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These threads can change color and could one day make your shirt a display

Imagine if instead of pulling your phone out to look at a notification you could just look at your sleeve? Color-changing threads could make that a reality.
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SkinTrack turns your whole forearm into a smartwatch interface

Imagine if you could use your whole forearm as as interface for your smartwatch, instead of the tiny display it comes with. That's the idea behind SkinTrack.
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Apple’s App Store got out of the wrong side of bed this morning

You may have had a bit of trouble looking for new apps this morning -- the Apple App Store went a little crazy, returning unrelated results in search.
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Ditch your cloud security storage subscription with Vimtag’s CloudBox

Wish you didn't have to pay that annoying monthly fee for storing your security footage on the cloud? With Vimtag's CloudBox, you don't!
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Fitbits are selling like hotcakes, but the company may face a rough year ahead

Fitbit may have had a great few months, but the rest of the year may not be as spectacular, if its dipping stocks are anything to go by.
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You can finally use Apple Pay and still get rewards points — if you shop at Kohl’s

Apple Pay is a conevenient way to pay for items in store, however, it hasn't offered the ability to gain rewards points as you go. Kohl's is changing that.
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PieMessage brings Apple’s iMessage to Android, but there’s a catch

iMessage is a great messaging app, but unfortunately, it's only available on Apple products. PieMessage, however, brings iMessage to Android devices.
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Don’t stop now! The Polar Running Program helps you train for a marathon

Training for a 5k, 10k, half-marathon, or marathon? The Polar Running Program is here to help, offering personalized advice on how to properly train.
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Facebook pays 10-year-old $10,000 for finding Instagram security flaw

A 10-year-old recently found a security flaw on Instagram that enabled him to delete any comment. His reward for reporting it? A cool $10,000.
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What’s the most influential gadget ever? According to Time, it starts with an “i”

Happen to be an iPhone user? You also happen to use the most influential gadget ever released, according to Time Magazine's new list.
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Twitter’s new ‘Connect’ tab helps you discover the best accounts to follow

Looking for some new accounts to follow on Twitter? Head over to the new 'Connect' tab, which will give you personalized recommendations.
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Leave headphone jacks behind with the water-resistant Apollo 7 wireless earbuds

It won't matter if the iPhone 7 doesn't have a headphone jack, thanks to these Bluetooth earbuds by Erato. They are available through Kickstarter for $289.
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This odor-fighting, bacteria-killing underwear is made with pure silver

Have trouble with body odor? Or perhaps you simply sweat too much? SilverTech is here to help! This silver-made underwear keeps you cool and odor-free.
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To download, or not to download: Ian McKellen’s new app teaches you Shakespeare

Ian McKellen has a serious passion for Shakespeare, and he wants you to as well. In fact, he's just launched a new app to help you understand Shakespeare.
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Put your hands together for one-handed typing mode in Google Keyboard update

Google Keyboard is a great keyboard app, but it has long been missing one thing -- one-handed mode. Not anymore!
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The Knox-secured Samsung Galaxy Tab E is on pre-order from AT&T starting this Friday

Looking for a highly secure yet not-too-expensive LTE tablet? You can get the Samsung Galaxy Tab E from AT&T starting this Friday for only $10 per month.
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Sorry, Oculus Rift pre-orderers: It's going on sale at Best Buy starting May 7

The Oculus Rift is arguable the most important virtual reality release to date, and you can get it for yourself from Best Buy starting on May 7.
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This may sting: Google's new patent describes a smart lens injected right into your eyeball

Smart lenses may be making headlines, but Google wants to take things further. The company just filed a patent for a lens that is injected in your eyeball.
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External battery sticks to your phone to offer a slim and stylish package

A new external battery combines the slim profile of a battery case with the convenience of being able to quickly unplug an external battery.
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These 11 Google Play apps are stealing your hard-earned cash

Be very careful which payment apps you download from Google Play -- a total of 11 apps were recently found on Google Play to be part of a phishing scam.
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60 percent of government data requests from Facebook come with a gag order

Facebook's new transparency report highlights that not only are government requests up, but 60 percent of them also come with a gag order.
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Ads begone! Here’s how the Google Play Store will save you from in-app ads

Wish you knew if an app had ads before downloading it? Well, now you can, thanks to these new labels that Google is using on the Google Play Store.
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Xiaomi Mi Smartwatch news and rumors

It looks like Xiaomi is finally getting into the smartwatch business. Here's everything we know about the Xiaomi Mi Smartwatch.
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Amazon’s FreeTime Unlimited loads up a slew of content for tweens

Older kids can now enjoy Amazon's FreeTime Unlimited just as much as their younger siblings. Amazon has updated the service to offer content for ages 9-12.
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Google exhibit lets you explore the Sydney Opera House from your couch

You can experience the Sydney Opera House from home thanks to the Google Cultural Institute, whose online exhibit explores the iconic building.
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The Apple iPhone SE gamble paid off — sales of device are outstripping supply

Apple took a big gamble with the iPhone SE, but it seems as though that gamble is paying off. iPhone SE sales are reportedly outstripped supply.
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You can now ‘find a time’ that works for everyone with Google Calendar for Android

Having trouble finding a meeting time with others? Google Calendar for Android is now able to look at the calendars of those involved and "find a time."
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The new YouTube app uses AI to learn just what you want to watch

An update to the YouTube app has been launched, offering a refined design and better video recommendations, thanks to AI.
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HTC launches the One S9 with a full HD display and Helio X10 processor

HTC isn't getting rid of the One brand just yet -- today the company launched the One S9, featuring a 5-inch full HD display and a 13MP camera.
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Want to eat better? Modus makes it easy to manage your nutrition

Looking to improve the quality of food you eat? Calorie counting can be time consuming, but Modus is looking to change that.
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Apple’s iPhone Upgrade Program is now online, so you can get your Apple fix at home

If you don't live near an Apple Store but still want to take advantage of the iPhone Upgrade Program, you're in luck! Apple has brought the program online.
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The Apple Watch is two times more popular than the first iPhone

While some don't see the Apple Watch as all that much of a success, the fact is that the watch may end up being an even bigger success that the iPhone.
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BlackBerry is finally giving up on smartphones and focusing on enterprise software

BlackBerry has been flailing in the smartphone market for some time, but it looks like the company is finally turning its attention toward something else.

Use only clean energy with the flip of a switch thanks to WattTime’s new system

Wish you could choose where your energy comes from? Soon you might be able to! WattTime is launching a new pilot that allows users to use only clean energy.