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Check out these 5 cool new apps for iOS and Android

Apps are a dime a dozen and it's hard picking new ones to try -- so we've done it for you. Check out these five apps of the week.
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Sprint to reportedly finalize cutting $1 billion through layoffs, moving cell towers

It's not looking good for Sprint. The carrier is reportedly ready to begin making layoffs, and will attempt to move its radio equipment.
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WaiveCar lets you rent an electric car, and it’s free for 2 hours

The new service lets you use the WaiveCar app to find an electric car, book it, drive it around for free for 2 hours, and drop it off at certain spots.
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Have Binge On? Want to make use of your full HD display? Now there’s a faster way

Previously you had to log on to T-Mobile's website to toggle Binge On, which lets you stream videos without it counting toward your data pool. Not anymore.
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Wistiki is a stylish tracker that helps you find your lost devices

Bluetooth trackers aren't really new products -- but they're becoming more stylish, if that's your thing. Wistiki boasts being designed by Philippe Starck.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly lashes out at the Obama administration on encryption, privacy

End-to-end encryption is a hot topic in the tech world right now, and Apple's CEO Tim Cook is not shy is taking a stance against it.
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Pack a week's worth of clothes into this smart carry-on

Need a smart carry on? The Kickstarter campaign for the ProGo says you can fit a week's worth of clothes into this carry-on-sized bag.
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Skype celebrates 10 years of video chat by adding free group calls to mobile devices

Skype launched its video calling feature in 2006 and has recorded nearly 2 trillion minutes in video calls.
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Apple is snapping up medical professionals

There are several job listings and recent hires that hint at a health-related product or service Apple could be working toward.
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Bored during your commute? Uber wants to change that with entertainment for your ride

Uber just announced a tool for developers, Uber Trip Experiences. It'll basically allow third-party apps to provide you with content, ads, and reminders.
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You can now use Visa Checkout for online purchases at Walmart and Starbucks

Visa announced that Walmart, Starbucks, NFL Shop, and a few other retailers support its online checkout tool, Visa Checkout.
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CEO John Chen reiterates company’s commitment to Blackberry 10

Holding out for future devices running Blackberry's operating system? Don't hold your breath, as 2016 will only see more Android phones from the company.
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Add the White House on Snapchat to get some different angles of the State of the Union address

Just before President Barack Obama's last State of the Union address, the White House made a Snapchat account and will be posting stories during the speech.
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Want to learn code? The cStyle bracelet wants to help make it fun and easy

PinkThink has launched an Indiegogo campaign to get its codeable bracelet off the ground, hoping to spark interest for girls in coding and STEM subjects.
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Bluetooth bow ties, kitty cams, and more weird wearables for your pet from CES

Wearable tech is a trend that can't go unnoticed at CES 2016. While pet wearables have been around for a while, here's a fresh look at a few from CES 2016.
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Jazz up your workout gear with these 11 awesome fitness wearables from CES 2016

You can find fitness tracking wearables everywhere you look at CES 2016. Take a look at a few we stopped to check out on the showfloor.
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Mio’s Slice band and PAI index want to increase your lifespan by 10 years

Calorie counters, step counters -- that's so 2015. At CES 2016, Mio announced a new way to measure your physical activity, tailored to individual factors.
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This Faraday smartphone case will make your device invisible to hackers

The Privoro is a Faraday cage you wrap your phone in, jamming anyone from using your microphone, camera, GPS, Wi-Fi, and other radio frequency tech.
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Sharecare adds Blackberry’s BBM into its app to make its medical app more secure

Sharecare has been working on a feature that recognizes the tone of a conversation and has now integrated BBM into its app for further security.
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Freetel is bringing its Japanese-designed phones to the US

Freetel is a Japanese phone manufacturer that has been around since 2013. The company offers sleek, budget Android phones and is coming to North America.
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Peri unveils a Wi-Fi connected multi-speaker system, gears for Duo launch

The Duo is an iPhone case that doubles as a battery pack and a high-quality speaker. The company will be shipping the device towards the end of January.
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Fossil adds a pilot watch to its Q wearable series

No, it's not powered by Android Wear, but if you're looking for a sleek watch that offers vibration and LED notifications, take a glance at the Q54 Pilot.
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Check out these five great new apps for to start off 2016 with a bang

Every week we parse through the various app stores so you don't have to go through the hassle. Check out these five apps to download.
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Looking forward to CES 2016? Here’s what to expect for smartphones and wearables

The Consumer Electronics Show is looming closer, and that means peering into a whole new world of products and gadgets. Here's what we can expect.
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OnePlus 2 Mini rumors and news

A new TENAA listing describes what could be the OnePlus 2 Mini. The device has a 4.99-inch display and a 2GHz CPU, with 3GB of RAM.
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Too many cards? Cardberry wants to take over your wallet

There's probably a lot of plastic in your wallet. You know, all those reward, gift, discount, and membership cards. Cardberry wants to change that.
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Google Glass lives! And the FCC just leaked photos of the next version

We haven't heard much about Google's wearable, which never really hit the market for consumers. A new FCC filing gives us a glimpse at the latest iteration.
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Check out the top 5 new apps you should download this week

Watch your temper with Swing Copters 2, the latest from the Flappy Bird developer, or take a trip to somewhere far away with Ascape VR.
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Try out these 10 Android Wear watch faces

Customizing your watch face is easy Android Wear, but it can be a little tough to find the best one. Here are 10 Android Wear watch faces to download.
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This bulky band wants to boost your Apple Watch's battery

The Apple Watch needs to be charged almost daily, so a new Kickstarter campaign wants to help by offering a band that charges the watch.
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Futuristic credit card maker Stratos sells out to Ciright One to stay alive

The company behind the smart card that offers a universal credit card experience is undergoing a restructuring due to financial challenges.
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Find the stranger causing mischief in Google's 360-degree video on YouTube

Google has paired with Aardman Animations to bring "Special Delivery" to YouTube. The 360-degree video is interactive and tells a festive story.
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This cool iPhone 7 concept kills the headphone jack and changes the home button

Here's something that might satisfy your iPhone 7 rumor cravings. Designer Eric Huismann has made concept designs for Apple's next smartphone.
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Astropad improves support for iPad Pro and Apple Pencil

Astropad, an iOS app that pairs iPads with Macs and turns the tablet into a drawing slate, has added improved support for the Apple Pencil and the iPad Pro.