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Samsung, LG experiment with virtual demo rooms of the future amid IFA conference

Tech events so far this year have made something clear — it’s not tough for giants like Apple and Samsung to go all-virtual with their launches. But one aspect of a typical tech event doesn’t translate to a computer or phones screen: the demo room. Samsung thinks it’s found a possible solution. The company on …

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Best streaming device, tablet, smart TV and soundbar: Roku, Apple and Amazon

After months of staying at home, chances are you’ve streamed your share of TV shows and movies. And maybe you’ve noticed a thing or two about whatever streaming device you’re using. Maybe Netflix doesn’t load as quickly as you’d like, maybe the remote is a pain to operate, maybe that old tablet is slowing to a crawl. In short, maybe …

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IFA is the first tech conference to host people since the coronavirus pandemic hit

After months of canceled events, the IFA trade show in Berlin is going to try something different: entertain actual attendees in person.  IFA will proceed from Sept. 3 to 5 with a scaled-back in-person component and other virtual events. Mainstays like Samsung are opting to forgo IFA entirely and instead host their own digital launches. The show will only let …

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Apple says iOS apps created some 300,000 US jobs since April 2019

Apple on Wednesday highlighted the estimated number of US jobs created by its iOS app ecosystem. It comes as the company battles Fortnite developer Epic over App Store commission rates, which can be as high as 30%. The iOS app economy has created almost 300,000 new jobs since April 2019 and supports more than 2.1 million US jobs across all …

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Education apps are sending your location data and personal info to advertisers

For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. With the coronavirus pandemic pushing schools online out of public health concerns, parents and teachers are turning to digital alternatives like apps to bridge the virtual gap. While kids can learn via these apps, hundreds of advertisers are learning about them, too.  Researchers …

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AirPods vs. AirPods 2: The main differences between Apple’s wireless earbuds

Apple’s now has several AirPods to choose from, including the second-gen AirPods (or AirPods 2) and the AirPods Pro, both released in 2019. If you have a pair of Apple’s original wireless earbuds, you may be wondering if you should upgrade to the AirPods 2. Here’s a breakdown of the differences between the latest AirPods and the first-gen models.  Want to step up …

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Samsung Unpacked Part 2: Everything announced, Galaxy Z Fold 2 launch and more

Update, Sept. 23: Samsung is holding a third fall virtual event, called Samsung Unpacked for Every Fan. Samsung today held its Unpacked part 2 event for its new Galaxy Z Fold 2. The event follows last month’s Unpacked event where the new foldable phone was announced alongside the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra. Keeping to a similar formula for product launch events by …

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Apple preps 75 million 5G iPhones along with new iPad Air, Apple Watches, report says

Apple’s holiday season should be a busy one, with several new 5G iPhones, multiple Apple Watches and a new iPad Air all on the way.  According to a new report from Bloomberg detailing the company’s fall plans, four new iPhone models will arrive in October and all will support 5G. The new iPhones will have a “different design and a wider …

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Google’s mysterious Android TV device makes an appearance at several major retailers

Google’s rumored Android TV dongle may be nearing a release.  After being leaked earlier this year, Google’s successor to the Chromecast Ultra has been spotted at a host of retailers for between $50 and $60. 9to5Google saw the device, codenamed “Sabrina,” priced at $50 at Home Depot while Android Police saw it set for a Sept. 30 release for $60 …

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Apple’s new App Store review policy goes into effect as drama surrounds store

As furor continues to surround its App Store, Apple on Monday followed through with some of its previously announced changes to improve its digital storefront for developers.  As part of the move, which the company again detailed on its developer site on Monday, bug fixes will no longer be delayed due to App Store “guideline violations,” except “for those related …

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