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Google I/O to showcase new smartwatches

Now playing: Watch this: Google I/O to showcase new smartwatches 2:55 This episode of CNET Update will prep you for what news to expect at the Google I/O conference on Wednesday. One focus will be around smartwatches and the Android Wear operating system. CNET has learned that Samsung will use the event to debut its …

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iWatch may sport different styles

CNET Update sums up the top stories, yo: Now playing: Watch this: iWatch may sport different styles 2:51 In this episode of Update: Learn about the latest reports on Apple’s smartwatch. The Wall Street Journal says multiple designs are in the works for October. Get ready for a new type of BlackBerry phone. The Passport arrives in September. See if …

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CNET Update has a few new faces: Now playing: Watch this: T-Mobile’s new twist: Free music streaming, iPhone test-drives 2:53 In this tech-news roundup: T-Mobile turns to music apps and iPhone test-drives to attract new customers. Learn how the wireless carrier won’t count music streaming against monthly data limits. Skip the networking side of LinkedIn with a new spin-off app …

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Amazon Fire Phone packed with 3D effects

Now playing: Watch this: Amazon Fire Phone packed with 3D effects 2:57 In this CNET Update, get a quick breakdown of the Fire Phone’s unique features . The first smartphone from Amazon has extra sensors to create 3D effects on the screen, and there’s a smart-scanning program called Firefly . But what’s not unique is the price tag. The Fire …

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Amazon needs more than 3D to sell a smartphone

Now playing: Watch this: Amazon needs more than 3D to sell a smartphone 2:51 Amazon, you don’t have to play coy with us. We know your teaser video is about a smartphone with some sort of 3D effect. Today’s CNET Update goes over the rumors about Amazon’s phone and what else the retailer may need to do to win over …

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LG G3 loaded with laser, kill switch

CNET Update has frickin’ laser beams: Now playing: Watch this: LG G3 loaded with laser, kill switch 2:52 LG’s newest smartphone is packed with unusual features to against other Androids. Today’s video gives you a quick breakdown on this high-end phone that’s in . It may have a laser, kill switch and covert cover, but the LG G3 won’t be …

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Google sells pricey Glass to anyone in US

Now playing: Watch this: Google sells pricey Glass to anyone in US 2:50 This episode of CNET Update covers what’s new in the weird world of wearables: Google is calling for more Glass Explorer recruits. Anyone from the US can spend $1,500 (plus tax) to own the Explorer version of Glass, which is still in an experimental phase. Once Google …

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LG teases G Watch, Square offers new way to pay

CNET Update wonders if G Watch is worth the time: Now playing: Watch this: LG teases G Watch, Square offers new way to pay 2:55 In this tech-news roundup: Feast your eyes on LG’s new teaser video for the G Watch, which still doesn’t reveal much info about the Android Wear-powered smartwatch. We may have to wait until June to …

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Apple may buy Beats to challenge Spotify

CNET Update is straight outta Compton: Now playing: Watch this: Apple may buy Beats to challenge Spotify 2:55 In this tech-news roundup: Apple didn’t forget about Dre. A video posted to Facebook seems to confirm reports that Apple is buying Beats Electronics for $3.2 billion. If this happens, the deal means much more than headphones. Beats doesn’t make CNET’s list …

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Goodbye Nokia phones, hello Microsoft Mobile

CNET Update is playing snake: Now playing: Watch this: Goodbye Nokia phones, hello Microsoft Mobile 2:50 In this episode, take a journey down cellphone memory lane as we bid farewell to Nokia. Microsoft closed the deal to buy the handset division of Nokia, and the team runs under the new name of Microsoft Mobile. Nokia boss Stephen Elop, now under …

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