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You can now buy Samsung’s Galaxy S10 range so… buy one?
Yes, the day has finally come – you can now actually buy one of the three brand-spanking new Samsung Galaxy S10s. These phones are: The S10e – a phone for the budget-conscious individual starts at $750 The S10 – the old classic that we’re all familiar with starts at $900 The S10+ – the huge version for folks with big hands starts at $1000 The 5G version of the S10 (the wonderfully named S10 5G) is not being released in this wave, so stay tuned for updates on that. äàëüøå »
2019-3-8 13:02
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The most troubling parts of Nintendo’s new Labo VR kit, ranked
You know Nintendo, right? Then you’ll probably be aware of the Labo, a set of cardboard add-ons that transform the company’s Switch console. Well, today the company announced the next instalment in the series: the VR kit. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 19:19
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CHEAP: These Sony WH-100XM3 noise-cancelling headphones are a steal right now
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Looking for a new pair of noise-cancelling headphones to drown out the morning commute? Well, Ion. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 17:18
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Video: Welcome to the wonderful world of Smell DJ’ing
Right, you see that video above? You should watch it. Why? Because it’ll show you exactly how you can use the Moodo to become the Smell DJ you’ve always dreamed of becoming. That’s cool and all, but I’d rather read something right now. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 16:37
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Video: Apple’s slowing down your old iPhone – here’s how to fix it
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Look, you haven’t lost your mind. Your old iPhone may actually be slower than before. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 13:52
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At $210, the Meizu Note 9 is one of the cheapest 48MP phones money can buy
I’m calling it. 2019 is the year of the 48MP phone. High-resolution sensors from Samsung and Sony are popping up all over the place, and they’re increasingly found in low-to-medium end phones. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 13:30
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Fitbit’s new Versa Lite is a $160 take on the smartwatch
Fitbit’s Versa was a big deal. After testing the water with the Surge, Blaze, and Ionic, the Versa has by far been the company’s most successful smartwatch. I even called it “the first smartwatch I can recommend to most people” in my review. äàëüøå »
2019-3-7 01:39
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Apple will reportedly allow repairs for iPhones with third-party batteries
Apple‘s always been really strict to deny any kind of service or repair when it comes to iPhones with third-party components. Now, it seems to have relaxed this policy, and will allow repairs for iPhones with aftermarket batteries at its Genius Bars and Apple authorized service providers internationally. äàëüøå »
2019-3-6 08:42
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Flip-phone foldables might be the next big thing in gadgets this year
After a bevy of foldable smartphones made the headlines over the past few months, it looks like the next trend in handset design will bring back the flip-phone aesthetic from the 90s and early 2000s. äàëüøå »
2019-3-6 08:18
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The Essential Phone 2 might hide its camera behind the screen
Ah, the Essential Phone. It was one of the most hyped devices in recent memory. It beat the iPhone X to a notched display by a significant margin and arguably kicked off the current trends in smartphone design. äàëüøå »
2019-3-6 04:09
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Xperia 1 and 10 hands-on: Sony makes the case for super-tall phones
It’s been a long time since Sony was a leader in the mobile industry – certainly not after the rise of Android and iOS. In the years since it’s delivered some decent handsets under the Xperia family, but few that have truly stood out in an increasingly crowded market. äàëüøå »
2019-3-5 03:42
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Analog synths are the perfect instrument for people who took all their toys apart
The world of analog synthesizers is a paradise for DIY-types. It doesn’t matter if you can read music: half the fun’s in creating new circuits and twisting knobs just to hear what happens. That’s why we think it might be the perfect instrument for the kind of people who, as kids, got more joy out of taking apart their toys than playing with them. äàëüøå »
2019-3-5 00:21
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Let us put pictures of genitalia on these speakers, you cowards
Here’s some news: Ultimate Ears (the company behind the greatest portable, bluetooth speakers ever) is launching a service that’ll let you customize your Boom speaker. Called MyBoom Studio, the service lets people select a range of fabric patterns, decide the colors of the volume buttons and other parts, and put text on the spine. äàëüøå »
2019-3-4 18:03
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The Planet Computers Cosmo is a laptop/phone hybrid that fits in your pocket
Some ideas are immortal. Take, for example, the humble Psion PDA. Although most people (rightly) thought it died in the early-2000’s, it’s since enjoyed an unlikely revival thanks to the efforts of British firm Planet Computers. äàëüøå »
2019-3-1 14:46
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These $56 wireless noise canceling headphones are perfect for coworking spaces and commutes
I love me a pair of audiophile-grade headphones as much as the next gearhead, but I’m also passionate about commute-friendly products that don’t cost the earth and can take a beating on the road. äàëüøå »
2019-2-28 17:55
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A love letter to Codenames – a brilliant, easy-to-pick-up board game
I’m not sure when it happened, but board games are cool again. Yeah, we all liked Cluedo as kids, but when you hit puberty the idea of staring at the Scrabble board, massaging your temples, and desperately trying to think of something better than a three-letter word doesn’t sound great. äàëüøå »
2019-2-28 13:58
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Hands-on: LG’s G8 uses a palm-reading camera instead of facial ID
In the race to shrink the bezel, phone makers have tried all manner of biometric security options. Most Android phones simply put the fingerprint reader on the back. Apple and copycats have advanced facial recognition. äàëüøå »
2019-2-27 04:37
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Fujifilm X-T3 review: a camera too good to be true (and yet, it is)
It’s been over half a year since Fujifilm unveiled the third iteration of its mirrorless interchangeable-lens X-T series, the X-T3. Fujifilm was kind enough to lend me an X-T3 unit for a month in November, and I was selfish enough to ignore their emails to return it for the past two months. äàëüøå »
2019-2-26 18:47
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A $20 phone for Africa is MWC’s unlikeliest hero
Foldable displays and 5G are the buzzwords that dominated this year’s Mobile World Congress. That said, the phone that most impressed me was a budget handset aimed at bridging the vast digital chasm between the developed world and the developing world. äàëüøå »
2019-2-26 16:30
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You’re thinking about foldable phones all wrong
The recently unveiled foldable phones are astonishing, both in terms of the technical aspects, but also their eyewatering price tags. The Samsung Galaxy Fold, announced mere days before MWC, will retail for ˆ2,000. äàëüøå »
2019-2-26 02:05
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Energizer’s ridiculous 18,000 mAh smartphone is an absolute unit
The stalls at this year’s Mobile World Congress have no shortage of bizarre phones – from devices that fold over, to somewhat sketchy handsets that mine cryptocurrencies. The Energizer Power Max P18K Pop, however, takes the biscuit. äàëüøå »
2019-2-26 22:24
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Nokia 9 Pureview’s five-camera setup promises quality over versatility
In the past six months, we’ve seen plenty of phones with three cameras, and a bunch with four cameras too. Now, Nokia has upped the ante with the launch of the world’s first phone with five rear cameras – the Nokia 9 Pureview. äàëüøå »
2019-2-25 11:26
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Huawei’s new MateBook X Pro makes one of the best Windows laptops even better
Huawei’s original MateBook x Pro was among the very best Windows laptops money could buy – and it was reasonably priced to boot. Today, a month after introducing entry-level MateBook 13, the company is refreshing its premium laptop with more competitive specifications. äàëüøå »
2019-2-24 21:13
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First look at the Huawei Mate X: attractive, powerful, and unspeakably pricey
When Huawei decided to unveil its latest phone in the surroundings of Barcelona’s ornate Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, it was undoubtedly dropping hints to the attending tech reporters for what they’ll see. äàëüøå »
2019-2-24 19:15
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Cheap all-display phones are coming to kill the notch
A good few months ago, TNW was utterly mesmerized by the Vivo Nex phone. This all-body handset concealed its selfie camera with an unusual pop-out mechanical mechanism. Although it didn’t make its way to the west, it was an interesting glimpse of what a post-notch future looks like. äàëüøå »
2019-2-22 22:32
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Can foldable phones deliver where tablets failed?
Yesterday, Samsung unveiled its most ambitious phone to date — the ultra-flexible Samsung Galaxy Fold. This 5G-enabled tablet-smartphone hybrid will retail at roughly $2,000, and is expected to hit shelves in April this year. äàëüøå »
2019-2-21 20:32
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S10, S10+, S10e hands-on: Samsung’s galaxy of Galaxies gets a little bigger
After months of seemingly endless rumors and speculation, the Galaxy S10 is here, and we had the chance to play with it – or rather, several versions of it. The 10th in Samsung’s Galaxy line, the S10 is the company’s chance to get back in the limelight after lackluster sales of the Galaxy S9. äàëüøå »
2019-2-22 20:06
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Why you should be excited for foldable phones — and why you shoudn’t
It’s been eight years since Samsung first debuted a prototype of a foldable smartphone, and the company finally revealed its finished product, the Galaxy Fold, at its Unpacked event last night. äàëüøå »
2019-2-21 11:03
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Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, and S10 5G: All the specs you need to know
Samsung announced four versions of the Galaxy S10 today multiple devices today, and frankly, it might be difficult for you to keep track of all the differences. That’s what we’re here for, so here’s a handy guide as to the specs and differences. äàëüøå »
2019-2-21 23:52
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Angel/Devil: Should I buy Apple Airpods?
The last quarter of 2018 was a watershed moment for Apple’s Airpods. The wireless earbuds went from being a (sorta) niche bit of hardware, to the must-have product. They’re everywhere. And, as is the case on the internet, so are the memes. äàëüøå »
2019-2-21 20:22
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How to choose the right musical instrument for you
This is the second article in a series imploring STEM workers, students, and entrepreneurs to learn to create music. The first article explained why playing an instrument or producing music has many benefits beyond just those associated with listening to music. äàëüøå »
2019-2-20 19:59
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Here’s how to watch Samsung’s Galaxy S10 event live
Yes, the time is upon us – today Samsung will unveil its new Galaxy range of devices! The event starts at 2PM in New York (EST) and you can livestream the whole thing here. Or, if you’re that way inclined, you can catch it all on Twitter. äàëüøå »
2019-2-20 17:54
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Xiaomi Mi 9 is a worthy competitor to Huawei Mate 20 Pro – on paper
We finally have 2019’s first flagship launch: the Mi 9. This is Xiaomi’s ambitious device, that has Qualcomm‘s new Snapdragon 855 processor, and a triple-camera system led by a 48-megapixel sensor. äàëüøå »
2019-2-20 16:14
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Logitech is bringing back its best gaming mouse with essential upgrades
More than a decade ago, Logitech delighted gamers with the MX518, a high-precision mouse tooled for players who wanted performance without all the bells and whistles – and a modest price point. äàëüøå »
2019-2-20 11:21
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Huawei Mate 20 Pro: A long-term review of 2018’s most ambitious phone
When I first laid my hands on Huawei’s Mate 20 Pro in October, I thought it was the most ambitious phone I’d seen in years. It checked off almost every feature you’d want in a 2018 phone: an in-display fingerprint reader, 3D facial identification, a triple-camera setup, a bezel-less screen, expandable storage, a gigantic battery, good design… the list goes on. äàëüøå »
2019-2-20 22:38
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4 unconventional phones we reviewed in the past 3 months, ranked
We test a lot of phones here at TNW, which is no surprise considering just how many handsets are released every month. Because we’re lovely, we’ve gone and rounded up four of the models we’ve reviewed in the last three months and ranked them. äàëüøå »
2019-2-18 19:03
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Haiku Review: Anker Powerport Atom PD 1 charger
Welcome to Haiku Review, a feature where we review gear and gadgets using the Japanese poetry form. Anker‘s Powerport Atom PD 1 is a laptop charger with a difference – it’s the world’s smallest. äàëüøå »
2019-2-18 13:57
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A love letter to the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 Bluetooth speaker
I’m gonna put this out there: the BOOM 3 is the best. I couldn’t ask for anything more from a Bluetooth speaker – it sounds great, it’s portable, and, excitingly, it’s also waterproof. God, I love it. äàëüøå »
2019-2-15 18:51
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Canon shows it’s serious about full-frame mirrorless with the affordable EOS RP
It was just a few months ago that Canon introduced its first full-frame mirrorless camera, the EOS R. The company’s previous mirrorless cameras gave you little reason to choose them over one of its DSLRs, but the EOS R was a sign the company was finally ready to prioritize mirrorless technology. äàëüøå »
2019-2-15 23:49
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Video: The Cotodama Lyric Speaker is the ultimate novelty product
Goddamn, I love novelty items. You know, those bizarre, kinda useless products that shouldn’t exist, but somehow they blessedly do. A wonderful part of my job is I get to try these devices out. äàëüøå »
2019-2-13 18:33
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Asus’ $190 ZenFone Max M2 Pro offers tremendous battery life – but little else
In India’s fast-growing mobile device market, phones priced between Rs 10,000-15,000 ($150-230) sell like hot cakes. In the past couple of years, Xiaomi has been a top choice for customers in the country buying a new device in that range. äàëüøå »
2019-2-13 14:43
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Focal’s $3,000 Stellia aims to be the best portable headphone money can buy
It was just a few months ago that Focal Audio revealed the Elegia, its first take on a premium pair of closed-back headphones. I liked the Elegia when I reviewed it, but given its $900 price tag and recent release, I thought it would be quite some time before Focal tackled closed-back headphones again. äàëüøå »
2019-2-12 17:00
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Everything to expect from MWC 2019, the world’s biggest smartphone show
Mobile World Congress is right around the corner, set to start on February 24. It’s the world’s biggest show on smartphones and mobile technology, and we’re expecting a ton of news. Leaks and rumors are rampant in the days leading up to the event, so there’s a lot of noise to sort through. äàëüøå »
2019-2-12 00:24
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Why stressed-out STEM workers should learn to play music
The facts that climate change is real and music relieves stress are the only two things scientists, by-and-large, seem to be in complete agreement on. That’s why we’re here to convince you to stop throwing plastic in the ocean and start playing a musical instrument. äàëüøå »
2019-2-9 03:09
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Review: Optoma’s UHL55 is a versatile and flawed 4K projector with Google Assistant and Alexa
There’s no home theater experience quite like a giant projected screen. TVs get bigger by the year, but once you cross the 65-inch mark, prices increase exponentially – and good luck trying to find a 150-inch TV. äàëüøå »
2019-2-8 03:09
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Davinci’s MIQRO is a near-perfect weed vape for the on-the-go pothead
Vapes are the future of weed consumption. I know it, you know it, and your mom probably knows it too (what, you think she didn’t get what was happening all those times you stumbled into the house with bloodshot eyes? Come on). äàëüøå »
2019-2-6 18:24
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Samsung Galaxy S10: Specs, dates, and everything we know so far
Samsung’s next phone launch is still weeks away, but there have been so many leaks and rumors surrounding the phone that we already have a pretty good idea of what’s to come. We’ve amassed a collection of all the biggest leaks are rumors so far so you don’t have to. äàëüøå »
2019-2-6 06:07
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Yes, you’ve forgotten it’s almost Valentine’s Day – we’re here to help
You may love Valentine’s day, you may hate Valentine’s day, but you can’t ignore that it exists. That’s something we all have to deal with. So, whether you’re looking for a little something for your new flame, want to surprise your long-term partner, or just need to treat yourself, TNW is here for you. äàëüøå »
2019-2-5 18:20
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Q Acoustics Concept 300: Magic happens when a budget audio brand makes $4,500 speakers
Ask an audio engineer what their biggest hurdle designing an awesome speaker is, and chances are it’s not a lack of knowledge or technology, but budget constraints. Any engineering team at a reputable audio company has the know-how to design an awesome speaker if price weren’t an issue. äàëüøå »
2019-2-2 05:24
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Review: Cambridge Audio’s Yoyo (L) is a hi-fi Sonos alternative with Google Cast
The most popular wireless speakers tend to be part of a walled garden. Sonos, Google, and Apple’s speakers force you into their own wireless protocols, with few or no inputs for wired sources. äàëüøå »
2019-1-31 20:59
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