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Eric is a freelance writer for InformationWeek specializing in mobile technologies.

Articles by Eric Zeman

Google Kills Chromebook Pixel 2

9/1/2016
With the demise of the Pixel 2, Google is no longer making and selling its own Chromebooks. But it's unclear what's next for the tech giant in the PC space.
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Apple Bites Back At EU's $14.5 Billion Tax Bill

8/30/2016
The EU says that Ireland gave Apple illegal tax breaks over a period of 10 years and now wants the tech giant to pay 13 billion euros, or about $14.5 billion, in back taxes.
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One20 Shifts Social Network For Truckers Into Gear

8/29/2016
One20 is a mobile app, navigation specialist, and social network all rolled into a single service specifically for truck drivers.
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iOS 9.3.5 Fixes Massive Security Flaw: What IT Needs To Know

8/27/2016
An active threat using critical iOS zero-day vulnerabilities, which were dubbed "Trident," could allow hackers to install spyware on iPhones. IT managers should ensure employee devices are updated as soon as possible.
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HP EliteBook Gets Sure View To Block 'Visual Hacking'

8/25/2016
Privacy screens on the HP EliteBook 1040 and HP EliteBook 840 will keep shoulder-surfers from spying on your machine.
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France, Germany Push For Encryption Backdoors In Apps

8/24/2016
The controversial proposal would require app developers to provide access to encrypted messages at the request of law enforcement.
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Opera VPN For Android Targets Users, Not Enterprises

8/23/2016
Opera Software expanded the availability of its mobile VPN to Android devices, giving them the tools they need to circumvent workplace rules governing blocked sites and services.
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U-Blox, Startup Wirepas Offer Industrial IoT Module

8/22/2016
Wirepas and u-blox are working together on an IoT module for healthcare, manufacturing, and telematics.
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Apple Watch 2 Battery Problems Prevent LTE Connectivity

8/20/2016
Apple will debut a new Apple Watch this fall, but the so-called Apple Watch 2 won't include the cellular connectivity so many want, according to a published report in Bloomberg.
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Intel's Next-Gen Xeon Phi Geared Toward AI, Machine Learning

8/18/2016
Intel is targeting the nascent market for artificial intelligence gear with a new version of the Xeon Phi chip code-named "Knights Mill."
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Intel's Joule Maker Board Targets IoT Developers

8/17/2016
The Intel Joule developer module will help enterprises, developers, and everyday tinkerers tap into the internet of things. The chip maker also detailed its vision for 5G networks at its Developer Forum show.
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Google Hangouts Looks To Gain Enterprise Focus

8/16/2016
Google's Allo and Duo apps are meant for mobile texting and video chatting, but Hangouts will refocus on enterprise communications and compete with similar offerings from Skype, Slack, and Yammer.
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Tim Cook: Privacy Is Worth Protecting

8/15/2016
Apple CEO Tim Cook leans on the Founding Fathers to suggest the company did the right thing when asked by the FBI to unlock a terrorist's iPhone. It's an issue that affects IT professionals who need to protect company data, as well as consumers and their personal information.
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5 iOS, Android Apps To Follow The Olympics

8/6/2016
The 2016 Rio Summer Olympic Games are set to thrill the world with feats (and feets!) of glory over the next two weeks. Here are five apps to help you catch all the action.
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Intel Recalls Basis Peak Smartwatch For Overheating

8/4/2016
Intel is forced to recall all Basis Peak smartwatches because the wearable overheats, which could result in burns and blisters on users.
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Samsung's Galaxy Note 7: Smartphone Security Stepped Up

8/3/2016
The iris scanner and fingerprint reader bring a new level of security to Samsung's latest device, making it more attractive to business customers.
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Detachable Tablets Continue As Enterprises' Choice

8/3/2016
Sales of traditional slates continue to slip as the more productive detachable form factor finds favor with business users, according to an IDC report.
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Verizon Expands SaaS Offerings With Fleetmatics Buy

8/1/2016
Verizon says the $2.4 billion acquisition will help it expand its software-as-a-service and SMB offerings.
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Amazon Echo Can Now Pay Your Mortgage

7/30/2016
Capital One has expanded the number of actions account holders can take through the Amazon Echo.
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1 Billion iPhones Sold: A Look Back

7/28/2016
Apple says iPhone sales have surpassed 1 billion, a major milestone for any product.
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iPhone, iPad Sales Continue To Slow, Apple's Earnings Drop

7/27/2016
Despite ongoing declines in iPhone and iPad sales, Apple CEO Tim Cook says he remains hopeful, and states that the company continues to invest significantly in R&D.
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BlackBerry DTEK50 Android Smartphone Images Leaked

7/26/2016
BlackBerry's next Android device is no BlackBerry, it's a re-badged as the Alcatel Idol 4.
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Google Maps Gains WiFi-Only Mode, Transit Alerts

7/25/2016
People will soon be able to put Google Maps into WiFi mode in order to cut down on cellular data use.
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Apple Watch Sales Drop Dramatically Ahead Of Hardware Refresh

7/22/2016
The smartwatch market contracted for the first time, thanks to a plunge in Apple Watch sales, according to a report from IDC. However, the report showed that Samsung, Lenovo, LG, and Garmin made gains.
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Samsung: Galaxy S7 Active's Waterproofing Issue Fixed

7/21/2016
How do you restore confidence in a product that doesn't live up to its primary marketing message? Blame it on a manufacturing defect.
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iPhone 7 Design Deciding Factor For Buyers: Poll

7/20/2016
Only about 10% of potential buyers polled by Quartz reported that they will buy the iPhone 7 if it keeps the same design as previous models.
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iOS 10 Beta 3 Fixes Bugs, Adds New Functions

7/19/2016
Apple seeded a third round of beta operating systems, including iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, to its registered developers.
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Softbank Buying ARM For $32 Billion

7/18/2016
In a move to bolster its Internet of Things (IoT) push, Softbank announced plans to buy mobile chip designer ARM holdings for $32 billion.
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Google's Push For More Diverse Female Emojis Approved

7/16/2016
Google convinced the arbiters of all things emoji to add more professional women, and women of varying skin color, to the next batch of characters.
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Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera Unveiled

7/14/2016
Nest takes the wraps off its consumer-grade outdoor security camera that can guard over your house when you're not home.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Set To Launch Aug. 2

7/13/2016
Samsung has invited media to an event in early August to show off its next-generation phablet, which will skip a generation in naming.
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Google's Project Fi Offers Faster International Data Speeds

7/12/2016
Google improved Project Fi's coverage and speed for international travelers just in time for summer vacations.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 Mobile Chip Unveiled

7/11/2016
Qualcomm gave its top-of-the-line Snapdragon mobile processor a minor spec bump to target the best smartphones slated for the second half of the year.
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iOS 10, macOS Sierra Public Betas Released

7/8/2016
Apple released public betas of iOS 10 and macOS Sierra this week, providing early access to those willing to put up with bugs and instability.
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Google Nexus Smartwatches On The Way?

7/7/2016
Google is reportedly preparing two new Android Wear smartwatches, possibly carrying the Nexus brand, for debut later this year.
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iPhone 7 Will Offer 32GB Base Storage, Report Says

7/6/2016
Apple's next iPhone will finally increase the base storage amount from 16GB to 32GB, according to a Wall Street Journal report. It's a long overdue and welcome change.
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US Senate Ditches BlackBerry For Apple, Samsung

7/5/2016
Senators and staffers will no longer be given BlackBerry smartphones and will instead receive the iPhone SE or one of Samsung's S6 devices.
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Dell Kills Its Android Tablet Business

7/1/2016
Dell says that slate-style tablets aren't good enough for productivity and will focus on Windows 2-in-1s -- that is, detachable devices.
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Samsung Selling Unlocked Galaxy S7, S7 Edge In US

6/30/2016
In an effort to appeal to its growing base of customers, Samsung is now offering its Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge smartphones unlocked in the US.
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Amazon's Discounted Smartphone Stunt: Don't Fall For It

6/30/2016
Amazon will knock $50 off the price of select phones in exchange for viewing ads on the lock screen. Don't do it. You'll be better off paying the extra cash.
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HP's Chromebook 11 G5 Offers Touchscreen, Android Apps

6/28/2016
The Chromebook 11 G5 starts at $189, offers an optional touchscreen, and will run Android apps when it goes on sale later this year.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Specs, Release Date Leaked

6/27/2016
A flood of leaks suggest the next phablet from Samsung will arrive in early August with a new name and amped up specs.
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YouTube Mobile Live Streaming Launch Targets Facebook

6/24/2016
Google-owned YouTube plans to bring live streaming to its mobile app, a direct attack on recent moves made by Facebook.
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BlackBerry Earnings Shine Light On Its Struggling Smartphone Business

6/23/2016
BlackBerry's service revenue climbed during the last three months, but not enough to stem the hemorrhaging of its hardware business.
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iPhone 7 Release May Shake Up Apple's Upgrade Cycle

6/22/2016
The iPhone 7 will closely resemble the iPhone 6s, as Apple pushes major changes to its core product out to 2017, breaking the company's traditional two-year upgrade cycle, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
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FCC Aims To Accelerate 5G Rollout

6/21/2016
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler says 5G may enable autonomous cars, smart cities, efficient transportation, and immersive entertainment -- if we start as soon as possible.
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Apple Watch Price Cut To $49 At Best Buy

6/20/2016
Customers who buy an iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus from Best Buy will be able to score an Apple Watch for a mere $49.
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Asus Chromebook Flip First To Land Android Apps

6/17/2016
With the Chromium 53 update, Google Play Store and Android apps are coming to the Asus Chromebook Flip. The move marks the start of a new era for Google's laptops.
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Amazon Echo Gains Local NBC News Reports

6/16/2016
NBCUniversal has added its regional news networks to Alexa-powered devices, allowing Amazon Echo owners to listen to local news.
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iOS 10's App-Deleting Function Comes With A Catch

6/15/2016
In iOS 10, Apple will allow iPhone owners to delete unwanted pre-installed apps for the first time. But you're not really getting rid of them.
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WWDC 2016: What We Didn't Get

6/15/2016
Apple's WWDC keynote highlighted dozens of new features headed to iPhones, Macs, and other gear, but the company didn't cover everything on our wish list.
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Facebook's Safety Check Activated For First Time In US

6/13/2016
The Orlando nightclub shooting prompted Facebook to turn on its Safety Check tool so survivors of the massacre could let friends and family know they were safe.
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iPhone 7 May Get Intel Modem Chips In Some Models

6/10/2016
Bloomberg reported that Apple has selected Intel to provide the company with the wireless modems for some versions of the upcoming iPhone 7. It's a major victory for the chipmaker's efforts to crack the mobile market.
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Lenovo Unveils Project Tango, Moto Z Droid Smartphones

6/10/2016
The Phab 2 Pro will help people capture virtual reality content, while the Moto Z Droid and Z Droid Force feature swappable modules.
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Android Marshmallow Finally Hits 10% Adoption

6/8/2016
The 8-month-old version of Android has finally reached 10% of Google-based smartphones, even as a new version is almost ready to replace it.
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Samsung Bendable Smartphones May Come In 2017

6/7/2016
Samsung is preparing two smartphones with bendable displays for early 2017, according to a new report in Bloomberg. The company is hoping to create new technology to spur smartphone sales.
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Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones: Music To Business Travelers' Ears

6/6/2016
Bose has long pitched its active noise-cancellation headphones as the ideal travel companion, but they were always tied down with wires. The new QuietComfort 35 adds Bluetooth to the equation.
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Samsung's Gear Fit2, IconX Wearables Target Fitness Buffs

6/3/2016
Samsung's latest wearables include a fitness band and completely wireless earbuds. Both items can track your workout, play music, and manage notifications.
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Google's Sundar Pichai: Our AI Beats Competitors' AI

6/2/2016
Google CEO Sundar Pichai says he believes his company's artificial intelligence is smarter than Amazon's Alexa or Apple's Siri, but we're seeing only 1% of its potential.
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Echo, Alexa Are Only For Starters, Bezos Says

6/1/2016
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos dishes on the millions of hours of work the company has put into creating the Echo and its AI assistant Alexa, and explains what's to come.
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iPhone 7 Models May Start With 32GB Of Storage

5/31/2016
The iPhone 7 might introduce a new starting point for built-in storage while also improving RAM, according to a report.
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Apple TV: Revamped Version May Be Echo Competitor

5/27/2016
Rather than build a brand new device to compete with the Amazon Echo, Apple is working to improve the capabilities of its Apple TV product, according to a new report.
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Google May Shame Partners Into Ending Android Fragmentation

5/26/2016
Google might resort to naming and shaming smartphone makers and carriers who are behind in updating Android devices.
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Apple May Open Up Siri, Make Echo-Like Speaker

5/25/2016
Apple is reportedly preparing its response to the Amazon Echo by opening up Siri to developers and forging a home-based speaker of its own.
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Samsung Building IoT-Dedicated Network

5/24/2016
Samsung and SK Telecom have partnered up to create what they say will be the world's first network specifically for the Internet of Things.
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Motorola RAZR Resurrection Looks To Make 2004 Cool Again

5/23/2016
Motorola suggests that its future lies in its past with a new teaser video that features the 2004-era smash hit RAZR flip phone.
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Google I/O 2016: 5 Hot Takeaways

5/21/2016
At this week's Google I/O annual developer conference the company revealed dramatic products that will push the boundaries of technology further into what was previously the realm of science fiction.
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Google's Virtual Reality Vision Comes Into Focus

5/20/2016
Google makes several announcements, including its mobile virtual reality platform Daydream, that reveal its long-term strategy to bring VR to the masses.
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Android N Focuses On Performance, Productivity, Security

5/19/2016
Google revealed more details about Android N at its annual Google I/O developer conference and released a beta build of the refreshed mobile operating system.
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Apple OS Updates Fix Bugs, Brick Some iPads

5/17/2016
Apple released new versions of its iPhone, Watch, TV, and Mac operating systems this week, but not all of the updates went smoothly for some users.
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Fitbit Rules Wearables, Apple Dominates Smartwatches: IDC

5/16/2016
The first quarter saw wearable shipments increase across the board, but there's now a clear division between devices like the Apple Watch and Fitbit Flex, according to IDC.
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Apple's $1 Billion Didi Investment: Precursor To Project Titan?

5/13/2016
Apple plans to invest $1 billion in a Didi, a Chinese ride-hailing business. The move could be the first in a series of major changes at Apple, and a precursor to the company's much-rumored electric car, called Project Titan.
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Google 'Chirp' Aims To Silence Amazon Echo, Report Says

5/12/2016
Google is preparing a competitor to Amazon's Echo, reportedly called "Chirp," which will put voice-activated Google search into a device that's similar to Google's OnHub WiFi hotspot.
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Amazon Alexa Now Tracks Flights, Plans Trips

5/11/2016
The Kayak travel search engine is now accessible on Amazon's Alexa to let users search for and track flights.
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iPhone 7 Rumor Wars Confuse Apple Watchers

5/10/2016
Constantly changing rumors demonstrate no one knows anything certain about the iPhone 7 -- but we can catch the latest round of speculation.
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Opera VPN For iOS: Access Blocked Sites With iPhones, iPads

5/9/2016
Opera Software just handed people the key to unlock Facebook, YouTube, and other sites their organizations' networks may be blocking.
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Gogo's Faster WiFi Aims To Improve In-Flight Internet Access

5/6/2016
Gogo is deploying its 2Ku satellite-based in-flight WiFi service on select airlines to provide passengers with a faster browsing experience while in the air.
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Siri Creators To Unveil AI Personal Assistant Viv

5/5/2016
The team that developed Apple's Siri has a new type of artificial intelligence ready to help us do just about everything.
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Apple Music May Get A Needed Overhaul

5/4/2016
Apple Music caused major waves in Cupertino last year, resulting in a so-so product and employee departures. The company is hard at work on a redesign.
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Apple CEO Becomes TV Spin Doctor

5/3/2016
Tim Cook uses televised interview to claim Apple's best days are still to come, and calm investor fears.
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Google Play Store Drops Tablet, Chromebook

5/2/2016
The Nexus 9 Android tablet and $999 variant of the Chromebook Pixel laptop are no longer available for sale.
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Detachable Tablets, More Than Slates, May Displace PCs

4/29/2016
Tablet shipments declined during the first quarter, but a curious change is occurring. Interest in detachable tablets like Microsoft Surface is increasing, while interest in traditional slates decreases.
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Galaxy S7 Sales Boost Samsung Earnings

4/28/2016
Samsung earned a bit more than it expected to during the first three months of the year, thanks to robust sales of the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge smartphones.
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iPhone Sales Slump: How Apple Can Fix It

4/28/2016
Apple CEO Tim Cook is optimistic about the company's future even though it just posted its first-ever drop in iPhone shipments during its latest earnings report.
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BlackBerry Pushes Marshmallow Update To Priv

4/26/2016
BlackBerry's Android 6.0 Marshmallow update to its Priv smartphone this week comes with a significant security patch.
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Apple Watch Apps Will Have To Run Natively

4/25/2016
On the wearable's one-year anniversary, Apple told developers over the weekend that all new watchOS apps submitted to the App Store must be native apps starting June 1.
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Windows Mobile Slides Closer To Oblivion

4/22/2016
Sales of Lumia smartphones crashed and burned during the first quarter of the year, according to Microsoft's latest financial results released this week. The collapse is leading to questions about Windows 10 Mobile's future.
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Windows 10 Mobile Test Build Rolls Out Texting Via PC

4/21/2016
Microsoft is allowing Windows Insiders to test its Messaging Everywhere feature that lets people send and receive text messages on Windows phones and PCs. The feature strips Skype integration from the messaging app.
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Skype Bots Now Reach Mac And Web

4/20/2016
Skype users on Apple's Mac machines and the Web can now interact with bots from Microsoft.
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MacBook Line Gets Faster Chips, Battery Boost

4/19/2016
Apple updated its ultra-thin MacBook laptops with improved processors, graphics, storage, and battery life.
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Amazon Echo Now Offers Children's Health Advice

4/18/2016
The latest update to Amazon's Echo and Alexa lets people seek out health advice from Boston Children's Hospital, and even find home improvement contractors via HomeAdvisor.
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Apple's App Store May Adopt Paid Search

4/16/2016
A secret team is reportedly reviewing ways to shake up the iTunes App Store. One strategy under consideration would see developers pay to boost the discoverability of their apps.
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Android N Preview 2 Improves APIs, Emojis

4/14/2016
Google released a revised build of Android N to developers this week with updated APIs and a handful of new user-facing features.
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Amazon Oasis: Premium E-Reader For A Premium Price

4/13/2016
The Kindle Oasis -- the thinnest, lightest, and most expensive Kindle yet -- is a premium e-reader for those who demand the best reading experience possible.
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HTC 10 Takes Aim At iPhone 6s, Galaxy S7

4/12/2016
The newly unveiled HTC 10 is the company's most refined smartphone in years, making it a true challenger for market incumbents Apple and Samsung.
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iPad Pro 9.7 May Be Apple's Best Tablet Yet

4/12/2016
Apple's mid-size 9.7-inch tablet takes a big step forward in the new iPad Pro. This powerful slate offers plenty for mobile professionals to like. Here's an up-close look.
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HTC 10 Details Leak Ahead Of Official Debut

4/11/2016
The HTC 10, expected to arrive Tuesday, is an all-metal smartphone with top specifications and a few surprises, according to a promotional video.
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Senators Push For Tech Firms To Decrypt Smartphones

4/8/2016
A new bill, sponsored by US Senators Diane Feinstein and Richard Burr, would allow law enforcement to demand smartphone makers and other companies decrypt or otherwise unlock mobile devices.
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Galaxy S7 Propels Samsung Profits

4/7/2016
Samsung said it recorded a 10% jump in profits for the first quarter due to sales of its new flagship smartphones: the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.
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Galaxy S7, S7 Edge Help Boost Marshmallow Adoption

4/6/2016
The percentage of devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow doubled between March and April thanks to phones like the Samsung's latest flagship smartphones.
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