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Sprint’s Magic Box is a quick and small solution to building out their network
by Guest Jared Peters- 0 replies
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Sprint talks up their reliability next to Verizon, but when it comes to coverage and speed, it’s really tough to spin Sprint’s network as anything but mediocre. They’ve struggled to build up their network to stay competitive with the big guys, and T-Mobile has overtaken them from behind. Despite all of that, however, Sprint might […] Come comment on this article: Sprint’s Magic Box is a quick and small solution to building out their network Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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WhatsApp went down, and Gmail faced a phishing email scandal today
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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Not a fun day for the internet. Both WhatsApp and Gmail faced their own issues that left users very, very uncomfortable and wondering if their information is safe. An outage occurred for WhatsApp during the late afternoon hours in the United States, but the issues are widespread and affecting users worldwide. Facebook hasn’t yet commented […] Come comment on this article: WhatsApp went down, and Gmail faced a phishing email scandal today Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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How to change your Google app Home or Work locations
by Guest Brad Ward- 0 replies
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When you first configure the Google app, you can add Home or Work locations so that you get better contextual feedback on driving distances, traffic and so on. But, what if you move or change jobs? You need to update your personal information so that Google can adjust itself accordingly. Let’s show you how to […] Come comment on this article: How to change your Google app Home or Work locations Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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HTC U Ultra review: HTC is almost back in the game
by Guest Brad Ward- 0 replies
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The U Ultra might not be HTC’s flagship for the year, but it’s still a high-end device you should pay attention to. The company vowed to switch its focus to premium hardware in 2017, and the U Ultra is just one culmination of the efforts. It really is a premium device with most everything you’d […] Come comment on this article: HTC U Ultra review: HTC is almost back in the game Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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Watch the jokes that inspired the #FireColbert campaign
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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Fans of The Late Show are obviously familiar with Stephen Colbert’s many Donald Trump jokes. In fact, if there’s one thing that's certain about the show, it's that it’ll have plenty of Trump jokes inspired by the day’s events. On Monday, the host turned it up a notch in his monologue, taking a few hard hits at the president for the way he treated a colleague. His rant was hilarious, but it also rubbed some people the wrong way, and so the #FireColbert campaign was born. Continue reading... Trending right now: The best new Android feature might finally launch soon This sophisticated phishing scam has the entire internet terrified New iPhone 8 design leak may br…
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Forget the Amazon Echo, these new smartwatches let you use Alexa anywhere
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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Alexa-enabled speakers like the Amazon Echo (which is still on sale at its lowest price of 2017) and the Echo Dot are terrific, but they’re inherently limited. What happens when you’re in a room without an Echo speaker? What happens when you’re in the back yard? What happens when you’re in the car? What happens when you’re… anywhere other than the one or two rooms where you keep your Amazon speaker? That’s where Martian's mVoice Smartwatches with Amazon Alexa come in. These awesome analog/digital hybrid watches work with any iPhone or Android phone, and the give you instant access to Alexa’s 5,000+ skills no matter where you are. What’s more, they’re way more stylish t…
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7 paid iPhone apps on sale for free right now
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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What, yesterday's batch of all the best paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free wasn't enough for you? Well, there are still a few freebies in there, but we've got a fresh new batch today. Below, you'll find the seven best paid iOS apps on sale for free on Thursday. These deals won't last long though, so grab them while you can. Continue reading... Trending right now: The best new Android feature might finally launch soon This sophisticated phishing scam has the entire internet terrified New iPhone 8 design leak may bring some very good news Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Watch: Family with two young children booted off of Delta flight for the dumbest of reasons
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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Et tu, Delta? A new viral video making the rounds shows a family with two young children being kicked off of a Delta flight due to a strictly enforced airline policy regarding who is allowed to fly under a purchased ticket. You see, back in the day, if you purchased an airline ticket you were free to give it away to a friend if you couldn't make the flight, or even sell it if you so chose. Over the past few decades, though, security considerations prompted airlines to clamp down on such behavior. And let's be honest, it's primarily a way for airlines to squeeze even more money out of prospective passengers who are forced to purchase tickets directly or even shell out c…
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New iPhone 8 design leak may bring some very good news
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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Now that the LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 are here, Apple fans have gotten a small taste of what's next from Apple in 2017. Like these new flagship phones from Apple's rivals, the iPhone 8 is expected to feature a brand new design that includes a dramatically improved screen-to-body ratio. In order to achieve a ratio that's rumored to be even more impressive than the 83% managed by Samsung's Galaxy S8 and S8+, Apple obviously had to remove its standard home button from the bottom of the phone's face. The question, of course, is whether that move will lead to an exciting new feature or an awful design choice. Continue reading... Trending right now: This sophistica…
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Hulu introduces live TV streaming service alongside redesigned look
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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Today’s a big day for Hulu. The video streaming service shared a revamped look, fresh programming, and an entirely new service. Hulu’s goal, now more than ever, is to build an all-in-one spot for people who just love watching television shows, movies, documentaries, and more. These changes and additions give Hulu momentum as an increasing […] Come comment on this article: Hulu introduces live TV streaming service alongside redesigned look Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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Google Duo skyrockets to 50 million downloads in the Play Store
by Guest Brad Ward- 0 replies
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Google Duo has seen some high praise, unlike its counterpart Allo. The numbers really show how people have flocked to Duo, too. As of today, Duo on the Play Store is showing a whopping 50 million downloads. Of course, it’s worth keeping in mind that 50 million downloads doesn’t necessarily mean 50 million active users; […] Come comment on this article: Google Duo skyrockets to 50 million downloads in the Play Store Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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Android Distribution May 2017: Nougat up by over 2%
by Guest Brad Ward- 0 replies
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This month’s Android distribution numbers are in, and thanks to the launch of the Galaxy S8 and LG G6, we’re seeing a pretty substantial leap in Android 7.0 Nougat numbers specifically. Nougat last month sat at 4.9%. This month with the two flagship launches, we saw a pretty large leap, bringing it up by 2.2% […] Come comment on this article: Android Distribution May 2017: Nougat up by over 2% Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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The Honor 6X’s UI gets a major facelift with Android 7.0 Nougat update
by Guest Brad Ward- 0 replies
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The Honor 6X is getting a makeover with its update to Android 7.0 Nougat. This update brings its skin, EMUI to version 5.0. EMUI 5.0 has been around for awhile now, but not all Huawei or Honor devices have gotten yet (and some just won’t). It came out of the box with Huawei’s Mate 9 […] Come comment on this article: The Honor 6X’s UI gets a major facelift with Android 7.0 Nougat update Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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[TA Deals] Coding for Amazon’s Alexa? Grab this bundle for $22
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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Right now there isn’t a home-based digital assistant as popular as Amazon’s Echo. Why? Alexa, the mind within the device, is capable of responding appropriately to anything you say. Over the last two years, Amazon’s ecosystem for the technology has grown and left the competition behind. Developers are flocking to the Echo and Alexa because […] Come comment on this article: [TA Deals] Coding for Amazon’s Alexa? Grab this bundle for $22 Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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Are we looking hard enough for aliens? Astronomer says no
by Guest Mike Wehner- 0 replies
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Finding existing extraterrestrial life would undoubtedly be one of the crowning achievements of the human race, but with so much talk of the potential for life on exoplanets many light-years away, one astronomer is asking why we aren't looking harder for evidence of aliens right here in our own solar system. Penn State astronomy professor Jason Wright has written a paper suggesting that maybe we need to shift our focus from the deep cosmos and simply take a closer look in our own celestial backyard. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlus 5 teaser comes directly fr…
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Experts discover ‘Christopher Columbus’ anchor at Caribbean shipwreck site
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EXCLUSIVE: Experts have used a “space treasure map” to make a remarkable discovery in the Caribbean -- a centuries-old anchor believed to be from one of Christopher Columbus’ ships. Analysis of the anchor, which was found off the Turks and Caicos islands, reveals that it dates to between 1492 and 1550. The overall size of the anchor and its estimated weight of between 1,200 and 1,500 pounds indicates that it was a “bower” anchor from a 300-ton vessel, the typical size of a Columbus-era ship. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlus 5 teaser comes directly from th…
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NASA just discovered a massive tsunami of gas in space
by Guest Mike Wehner- 0 replies
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Some of the coolest discoveries made by NASA — like the personality of Martian soil, for instance — are often so small in scale that it's easy to forget just how big many things in space really are. A new discovery made by researchers working with data from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory helps put things in perspective. The group just reported its findings of an absolutely colossal "tsunami" of hot gas cruising through the nearby Perseus Galaxy Cluster, and it's so big that the wave alone absolutely dwarfs our entire galaxy. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlu…
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Windows 10 S users will have to pay $50 to upgrade to Windows 10 Pro
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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On Tuesday morning in New York City, Microsoft unveiled a streamlined, simplified version of its latest operating system called Windows 10 S. Unlike other editions of the OS, Windows 10 S will only run apps from the Windows Store, making it speedier and more secure than Windows 10 Pro. It's the company's long-awaited answer to Chrome OS, but there's one key difference between the two platforms. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlus 5 teaser comes directly from the company’s CEO The Galaxy Note 8 might fix everything that’s ‘wrong’ with the Galaxy S8 Via B…
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Everything you need to know about the first DLC for ‘Zelda: Breath of the Wild’
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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One of the best games of 2017 is about to get even better. On Tuesday, Nintendo shared new details about The Master Trials: the first DLC pack for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. We knew early on that the first DLC would add Hard Mode to the game, but as the press release reveals, that's just one of several major (and minor) additions that will be added to the game this summer. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlus 5 teaser comes directly from the company’s CEO The Galaxy Note 8 might fix everything that’s ‘wrong’ with the Galaxy S8 Via BRG - Boy…
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Microsoft’s Surface Laptop isn’t a Chromebook rival, but Windows 10 S threatens Google
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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Today was a big day for Microsoft. Google, too. An education-focused event in New York City hosted by Microsoft didn’t just involve its own future. Because of the products announced, Google will play defense until ready to go on offense again. The Surface Laptop, following in the footsteps of the Surface predecessors, is a stunning […] Come comment on this article: Microsoft’s Surface Laptop isn’t a Chromebook rival, but Windows 10 S threatens Google Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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Nokia 6 receives FCC certification as it heads for the U.S.
by Guest Kevin Arnold- 0 replies
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Nokia made a splash during MWC 2017 when it announced its new Android smartphones, the Nokia 6, Nokia 5 and Nokia 3. High-end, midrange, and lower end, respectively, Nokia is aiming to bring strong Android phones globally at lower costs. For those in the U.S. hoping to get their hands on the beast of the […] Come comment on this article: Nokia 6 receives FCC certification as it heads for the U.S. Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid
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The fix for the Galaxy S8’s screen problem has finally reached the US
by Guest Chris Mills- 0 replies
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Since launch, we've been hearing complaints about a red tint on the screens of the Samsung Galaxy S8. It was the kind of problem that had the potential to derail the entire launch, and with the Galaxy Note 7 disaster just past, that wasn't an option. Luckily, Samsung has managed to identify the issue and fix it with a software patch. The fix rolled out in Korea, India and Europe already, but it only reached US shores today. Continue reading... Trending right now: New Pokemon Go update brings an improvement so many players have been dying for The first OnePlus 5 teaser comes directly from the company’s CEO The Galaxy Note 8 might fix everything that’s ‘wrong…
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Netflix issues new statement on its most controversial original show ever
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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Netflix finds itself at the center of growing controversy in the United States and abroad surrounding the streaming giant's recent original series 13 Reasons Why. Based on a young adult novel of the same name penned by Jay Asher, the show follows a series of soul-crushing events that lead up to a young teen's suicide. The series, first released at the end of March, has received as much critical acclaim as it has criticism from concerned parents and even school administrators who fear that the show could push teens to harm themselves. Some argue that the show glorifies suicide while others applaud Netflix and the show's creators for drawing attention to difficult topics…
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Siri still sucks, and an Apple smart speaker won’t change that
by Guest Mike Wehner- 0 replies
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In case you haven't been keeping up with the Apple rumor mill this week, word on the street suggests that Apple is planning a standalone speaker with Siri built in. It's being touted as a competitor to Amazon Echo and Google home, and will reportedly "carry a premium price," and be packed with powerful speakers to give it an edge over its already established rivals. The possibility of a new Apple product category is always exciting, and if Apple positions the new device as a true piece of audiophile-friendly home sound equipment, it would be deal for a number of reasons. But if there's one thing that's going to hold the still-mythical Apple Alexa-alike back it's the fact …
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Amazon Echo is on sale right now at its lowest price of 2017
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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The Amazon Echo is the speaker that started it all. In fact, speakers like the Echo have grown so popular now that even Apple seems poised to copy them. Alexa is clearly still the best in the business, but $180 is a tall order for many people. Of course, that's why Amazon went on to release its less expensive Amazon Tap and Echo Dot speakers. They're both terrific products as well, but neither one can match the range or sound quality of the original Echo. Well guess what: now is your chance to get an Echo speaker at a big discount. While supplies last, Amazon is selling refurbished Amazon Echo speakers for just $134.99, which is the Echo's lowest price of 2017 so far. …