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Optimus G Pro to be center of LG’s ‘Share the Genius’ event

Slowly but surely, LG is releasing more details about its “Share the Genius” event, that’s scheduled for Wednesday, May 1 in New York City. Related stories TV in the Bathroom: Technically Doable but a Very Bad Idea Best Laptop for 2022: The 15 Laptops We Recommend Best TV Deals of 2022: Save Up to $1,500 …

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How to get your hands on the HTC One

Now playing: Watch this: Sprint’s HTC One is stunning, fast, and feature packed 2:53 The HTC One, otherwise known as the phone that we’re sort of in love with right now, hits various online and retail stores today. Two carriers that offer the device, AT&T and Sprint, start selling the device today via both their respective online and retail stores. …

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Archos throws hat into Android smartphone ring

From left to right: The Archos 35 Carbon, 50 Platinum, and 53 Platinum. Archos Archos announced today that it will release its first family of Google smartphones in Europe by the end of May. Each handset will feature dual SIMs, a pure Android OS experience, and cloud storage capabilities. Its most entry-level device is called the 35 Carbon. For $99.99, …

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Eye Tribe for Android tracks eyes, makes fingers obsolete

Now playing: Watch this: TheEyeTribe software lets you browse and game using your… 1:23 Today, during the Demo Mobile conference in San Francisco, The Eye Tribe, maker of eye-tracking software for Android, announced that in June it will release a developers’ kit for games and apps. Related stories Please, Clear Your Android Phone’s Cookies and Cache Right Now Best Samsung …

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LG Revere 2 and Cosmos 3 available on Verizon

Sneaking under the radar this week are two new feature handsets available on Verizon Wireless. Known as the LG Revere 2 and Cosmos 3, the devices are available for free under a two-year contract. Without one, however, they cost $199.99 and $189.99, respectively. Related stories TV in the Bathroom: Technically Doable but a Very Bad Idea Best Laptop for 2022: …

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Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update available for LG Escape

Now playing: Watch this: LG Escape 2:07 AT&T announced today that customers that own an LG Escape can update their devices to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean through a Wi-Fi connection. Related stories TV in the Bathroom: Technically Doable but a Very Bad Idea Best Laptop for 2022: The 15 Laptops We Recommend Best TV Deals of 2022: Save Up to …

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LG to hold ‘Share the Genius’ presser on May 1

In what can only be seen as one of the vaguest invitation ever, LG sent out a notice that it will be holding a press conference two weeks from now, on May 1. Set for New York City, the event’s headline reads, “Share the Genius,” followed by the subhead, “Capture the Spotlight in True Brilliance.” In the background is an …

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How do I look? Glasses.com app lets you try on shades at home

Here’s a common scenario: You’re looking for new frames at your optometrist or local sunglasses shop, and you realize you don’t like anything in stock. You could look through their additional catalogs, but you’re wary of ordering anything that’s not in front of you. You could also sign up for those try-at-home sites that send sample frames to you, like …

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Choosing an iPhone 5 carrier

Apple’s iPhone 5 iPhone 5 review: Finally, the iPhone we’ve always wanted iOS 6 review: So-so Maps mar otherwise stellar upgrade Comparing the iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 Samsung Galaxy S4 vs. iPhone 5, HTC One, and BlackBerry Z10 One of the most important aspects of a handset’s overall user experience is which carrier it’s operating on. Now that T-Mobile …

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Two weeks ago, when T-Mobile announced that its 4G LTE had launched, CNET’s own Brian Bennett gave the network a test run in New York across three handsets: the iPhone 5, the HTC One, and the BlackBerry Z10. Related stories When Does My Phone Unlock? And How Can I Get My Carrier to Do It? Best T-Mobile Deals Available Now …

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