Apple wowed the world with its iPhone X. Now it’s Samsung’s turn. The South Korean electronics giant on Sunday will unveil its latest phone, the Galaxy S9, at its Unpacked event at the Mobile World Congress trade show in Barcelona, Spain. Samsung’s invitation for the launch featured the number nine — for the name of …
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22 February
3 annoying Pixel 2 features and how to fix them
Every device, no matter how much you like it, can have quirks and features that simply annoy you. The Pixel 2 ($98 at Amazon) and Pixel 2 XL ($249 at Amazon) are no different. Below are three annoying features — or lack thereof — and how to fix them. Now playing: Watch this: The Pixel 2 gets camera, Bluetooth and …
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22 February
23 state AGs refile lawsuit challenging net neutrality repeal
A coalition of 23 state attorneys general refiled a lawsuit Thursday challenging the Federal Communications Commission’s rollback of Obama-era net neutrality regulations as the commission published its final notice of the repeal in the Federal Register. The coalition, lead by New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, filed a lawsuit in January to block the repeal of the rules but agreed …
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22 February
How to tell Microsoft Edge to let you download a file it’s blocking
One of the ways Windows Defender keeps your computer safe from internet evils is by employing its SmartScreen tool to keep you from downloading potentially harmful files or visiting malicious sites. On some occasions, however, you may find SmartScreen overstepping its bounds and blocking you from downloading a file you know to be safe. I don’t recommend turning SmartScreen off …
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22 February
This $129 Bluetooth headphone delights the Audiophiliac
I never heard of M&O Electronics until a few days ago when I first sampled their MOOH-BE00BT Beryllium Acoustic Bluetooth headphones, and came away impressed by what I heard. I’ve only reviewed one other Bluetooth headphone, the $350 Sony MDR1000x, but that model is a far more sophisticated performer than the $129 MOOH-BE00BT. The M&O Electronics MOOH-BE00BT Beryllium Acoustic Bluetooth …
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22 February
10 Facebook Messenger tips newbies need to know
Facebook’s Messenger app has a surprising number of hidden features. Here are 10 to get you started on your way to being a power user. Create your own chatbot You probably already know that you can talk to a Facebook chatbot, but you can also make your own… sort of. If you have a Facebook page, go to the page’s …
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22 February
BlackBerry and Nokia comeback, one year later: Did it work?
Last February, the once-great Nokia and BlackBerry brands each hoped to stage a triumphant return at the world’s largest phone show. A year on, we’re still waiting for a knockout device that will put either one back in the international spotlight in a meaningful way. Despite the brands launching eight Android phones between them in the past year, it’s …
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22 February
Galaxy S9 release date may be March 16
We know the Galaxy S9 will be unveiled on Feb. 25, but how long until you can actually hold one in your hand? Not too long, reports The Investor, which claims the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus will go on sale across the globe March 16. But if waiting 19 days after the phone is announced seems unbearable, you …
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22 February
Land Rover’s Explore phone won’t wimp out if it gets a bit cold
Ever had your phone battery flake out on you because it caught a chill? You’re not alone. On the surface, the modern smart phone is the ideal tool for the outdoor adventurer — it’s got maps, cameras, a clock, a compass, a torch and its lifeline to the civilised world. But the reality is that when you’re out in the …
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22 February
Windows Phone is dead, but its influence lives on (The 3:59, Ep. 359)
This audio show is just the first part of a marathon podcast we put together to celebrate our 359th episode. Instead of our typical 3 minutes and 59 seconds of tech headlines, we went live for 3 hours and 59 minutes. Plus, we partnered with the tech education nonprofit Mouse for the show. Watch the super-long podcast here. On this podcast, …
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