Xbox Live’s upcoming Clubs feature helps you find and chat with like-minded gamers

Microsoft's launching a new Xbox Live feature, Clubs, aimed at helping members find like-minded gaming companions.

News         November 25, 2017

Lenovo’s Alexa-powered Smart Assistant is like Amazon’s Echo, but better

Lenovo's Alexa-powered Smart Assistant may look like Amazon's Echo speaker, but it improves upon the original in a few notable ways.

Smart Home News         November 22, 2017

Neura AI collects data from your devices to learn your routine, keep you healthy

Neura AI, an artificial intelligence startup, feeds on data from more than 55 Internet of Things products to build a perfect profile of you.

Android         November 22, 2017

Tumblr launches a live-video competitor for Periscope and Facebook Live

Social site Tumblr has launched a live video service that aggregates content from YouTube and other partners.

News         November 21, 2017

How Apple’s recycling robot, Liam, is going to turn your old iPhone into a new Mac

Apple, the world's second-largest smartphone maker, pledged to step up its recycling efforts in its annual Environment Responsibility Report.

Apple         November 21, 2017

Could Amazon’s Alexa soon be paired with a touchscreen device?

The Wall Street Journal reports that Amazon's working on a device, code-named Knight, that pairs its Alexa voice assistant with tablet-like hardware.

Smart Home News         November 21, 2017

Facebook’s OpenCellular makes it easier to start your own mobile network

Facebook's OpenCellular, an open-source hardware and software initiative, aims to lower barriers to entry for small mobile providers in developing nations.

Mobile         November 21, 2017

Hackers manage to fool the Galaxy S8’s iris scanner with a photo

Members of Germany's Chaos Computer Club managed to trick the Samsung Galaxy S8's iris scanner with a picture.

Android         November 21, 2017

The Moov HR is a superprecise fitness tracker that slots into a headband

The Moov HR, a fitness tracker in the form of a headband, tracks your heart rate with incredible precision. It's available now.

Mobile         November 21, 2017

Meet the 400-pound robots that will soon patrol parking lots, offices, and malls

Knightscope, a security startup that deploys 400-pound autonomous robots in office campuses, sports venues, and more, is expanding.

Videos         November 20, 2017

Google will delete your Android device backups if you’re not diligent

Google will automatically delete Drive backups from devices that have been inactive for more than two weeks, according to a support page.

Android         November 20, 2017

Microsoft and Amazon are allowing Cortana and Alexa to work together

Microsoft and Amazon are collaborating to make Cortana and Alexa work together. Later this year, the assistants will gain tight integration.

News         November 20, 2017

FCC fines T-Mobile $48M for allegedly misleading unlimited data customers

The Federal Communications Commission says T-Mobile has agreed to pay $48 million over claims that it misled subscribers on its unlimited data plans.

Business         November 20, 2017

A new report from Nokia warns infected smartphones are more common than thought

Nokia's quarterly survey of global smartphone infections found that mobile malware rose 400 percent in 2016.

Android         November 20, 2017

This startup wants to replace the silicon in your smartphone with diamonds

Chicago-based startup Akhan Semiconducton wants to replace the silicon found in most modern-day electronics with diamonds derived from methane gas.

Features         November 19, 2017

Most Android exploits mentioned in the Wikileaks dump have been patched

Among the CIA files dumped by Wikileaks were Android exploits, but Google said that most were patched in the latest version of Android.

News         November 10, 2017

Google confirms: Chrome OS is getting Android apps and the Play Store

The Google Play Store -- and most all the Android apps within it -- is coming to Chrome OS, Google's confirmed at its 2016 I/O conference.

News         November 9, 2017

Apple can celebrate now that the Supreme Court has rejected Samsung’s appeal

Remember when Apple and Samsung were at each other's throats in a United States courtroom? It may have finally ended its latest round.

Mobile         November 6, 2017

Motorola Moto Gamepad review

Moto Gamepad, a controller for Motorola's Moto Z smartphone family, promises zero-latency gaming and long battery life. Here's our review.

Android         October 26, 2017

MetroPCS offers treats this Halloween, with four lines of unlimited data for $100

MetroPCS, T-Mobile's prepaid brand, is offering four lines of unlimited data for $100. To sweeten the pot, it's throwing in a free phone.

Mobile         October 26, 2017

Caterpillar’s rugged Cat S31 and Cat S41 smartphones can take a beating

Construction company Caterpillar Industrial announced phones just as durable as its forklifts at IFA 2017: The Cat S31 and Cat S41.

Android         October 26, 2017

Huawei Mate 10 Pro vs. LG V30: Can Huawei’s A.I. beat LG’s edge-to-edge screen?

Huawei's Mate 10 Pro packs serious heat in the form of a cutting-edge processor and dual cameras. But how does it compare to the LG V30?

Android         October 24, 2017

The Misfit Vapor smartwatch will finally be available on October 31

Misfit's first smartwatch is called the Misfit Vapor. For $200, you get an Android Wear smartwatch that is water resistant.

Health & Fitness         October 24, 2017

Facebook is rolling out peer-to-peer PayPal payments for Facebook Messenger

Facebook and PayPal are joining forces to integrate the online payments system with Messenger. Now, users can pay each other with PayPal.

Mobile         October 20, 2017

WhatsApp rolls out real-time location-sharing feature for iOS and Android

WhatsApp's new location-sharing feature lets you publicize your whereabouts. It's rolling out to Android and iOS users in the coming weeks.

Android         October 20, 2017

Verizon extends Total Mobile Protection deadline for new customers

Verizon's Total Mobile Protection plan normally requires you sign up within 30 days of purchase but the carrier is extending the deadline.

Android         October 19, 2017

Boomerang's new Brief Me assistant uses AI to highlight important emails

Boomerang, the San Francisco startup behind the eponymous Boomerang email tools, is launching a new AI-powered productivity assistant.

Android         October 19, 2017

The Moto Smart Speaker adds a little Alexa to your smartphone

Lenovo's new Moto Smart Speaker adds the Alexa assistant, two speakers, and four microphones to the company's Moto Z series phones.

Android         October 18, 2017

Qualcomm unveils a new chipset and 5G reference design at an event in Hong Kong

At an event in Hong Kong, Qualcomm announced a 5G phone reference design and the midrange Snapdragon 636 chip. Here's what you need to know.

Android         October 18, 2017

Venmo users can now make purchases at 2 million online retailers

Venmo, the uber-popular peer-to-peer payments service, now supports payments at more than 2 million online retailers.

Android         October 17, 2017

Android phone startup Essential is sued for allegedly stealing trade secrets

Essential, the Andy Rubin-backed startup behind the Essential Phone, has been sued by Keyssa for allegedly stealing trade secrets.

Android         October 17, 2017

The Google Assistant makes ordering paper towels from Target easier than ever

Target is teaming up with Google to make it easier to shop the retailer's digital aisles -- and to get items delivered quickly.

Smart Home News         October 16, 2017

Microsoft Edge arrives on iOS and Android devices in preview

Microsoft is bringing its Edge browser to Android and iOS devices. Windows Insider users will therefore be able to give it a go.

Android         October 13, 2017

Duo-powered feature adds video calling to Pixel, Nexus, and Android One devices

Google is rolling out integrated video calling for to Pixel, Nexus, and Android One devices starting in October.

Android         October 11, 2017