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  1. Android News

    Honor 6X hands-on says it packs a punch

    Phandroid went hands-on with the all new Honor 6X at CES 2017. For $250, the phone is said to be killer and chock full of features, including dual-rear cameras, a 5.5-inch display, a fingerprint sensor and more. It looks great on paper, however more time will be needed to see if it can hold its...
  2. Android News

    Casio WSD-F20 unveiled with Android Wear 2.0, integrated GPS

    The new Casio WSD-F20 Android 2.0 smartwatch doesn't look much different than the company's last model, but the device features a low-power GPS chip and will come with Android 2.0 right out of the box. All other features are comparable to the WSD-F10. The Casio WSD-F20 will go on sale in April...
  3. Android News

    Flir introduces two new thermal imaging cameras accessories for Android

    The Flir One and Flir One Pro were introduced at CES 2017 with improved thermal imaging capabilities and a USB Type-C connector. At $199.99, the Flir One is $50 cheaper than the 2015 model, but the new Flir One Pro is significantly more expensive at $399.99. For that price, the Flir One Pro...
  4. Android News

    Honor 6X Nougat update scheduled for Q2

    The Honor 6X may be new, but the phone is running on Android Marshmallow. During yesterday's press event, the company revealed that the Honor 6X's Nougat update is already in the works and will be available in Q2.
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    Blackberry DTEK70 Android smartphone shown off in another 4-second teaser

    We're still not sure what Blackberry's new Android smartphone will offer, but a second 4-second teaser video has been shared by a TCL executive which gives us another look at the phone's design.
  6. Android News

    Whirlpool's new appliances will play nice with Alexa

    Whirlpool isn't building new appliances with Alexa built right in, but the company has announced that its new line of appliances will support Alexa integration. This means you'll be able to set the cook time and temperate of your Whirlpool oven with voice commands through Alexa-powered devices...
  7. Android News

    WooHoo is a smart home hud with a 7-inch touchscreen, running Android and Amazon's Alexa

    WooHoo from Smart Beings is the latest Alexa-infused device to show up at CES. WooHoo sports a 7-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree rotating camera with facial recognition and runs on Android, but it works just like the Amazon Echo since it's a speaker with Alexa built in. The final price hasn't...
  8. Android News

    Hands-on with the LG Stylo 3 calls it a solid mid-range phone with a mediocre stylus

    Chris from Engadget went hands-on with the LG Stylo 3 at CES 2017, and he felt it was a decent mid-range device. He feels that if you want a phone that has a stylus, but don't need high-end specs, the LG Stylo 3 could be a good option for you.
  9. Android News

    Huawei says the Honor 6X will be available in the EU and the USA this month

    Huawei recently announced the Honor 6X, and now we've learned that it will be available in both the US and the EU by January 10th. Pricing will be $250 for the 3GB of RAM variant and $300 for the 4GB of RAM model.
  10. Android News

    Qualcomm's goal for smarter cars includes sharing sensor data

    Big data is a big deal, and with more companies getting into the automotive industry, we can expect things like this to happen more often. At CES 2017 today, Qualcomm said they want to create ultra-precise maps (and more) from having car owners share sensor data with them.
  11. Android News

    Qualcomm officially announces the Snapdragon 835, brings 20% better performance than the 820

    We've seen the leaked slides and details of the Snapdragon 835 before, but today the company officially announced the chip at CES 2017. We're told to expect 20% more performance than the 820, and an extra 2.5 hours of battery life too (typical use, not screen on time).
  12. Android News

    Synaptics announces a multi-factor biometric fusion engine for mobile devices

    Synaptics recently announced an optical fingerprint sensor that is rumored to be used in the Galaxy S8, but today the company says they want to make biometric authentication more secure. To do this, they're combining fingerprint data with facial recognition to make it harder for someone to break...
  13. Android News

    Here are 5 things you can look forward to at CES 2017

    CES 2017 is happening this week, and Ashley from Phandroid has put together a list of some things you can look forward to this year.
  14. Android News

    Earin's M-2 earbuds take on the AirPods

    Audio company Earin is taking on Apple with a new pair of wireless earbuds. The M-2 is the second generation of their product and they've added touch controls and magnetic charging station capabilities to make the earbuds even more convenient to use. The earbuds will launch in Q1 2017.
  15. Android News

    WeMo's new LED light dimmer aims to eliminate flickering

    WeMo has announced a new generation smart dimmer. This dimmer controls LED light levels like many other products already do, however it's said that they have solved the issue of light flickering that can occur when making these adjustments. There's also a new line of WeMo smart home plugs.
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    ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 brings hinged design

    ASUS has introduced their latest Flip notebook. It's the Chromebook-running C302. The device can be propped like your typical notebook when you need the keyboard, or folded unto itself if you want to use it as a touchscreen tablet. This new generation boasts 10 hours of battery life. It will...
  17. Android News

    Acer's newest Chromebook is built tough

    Acer has announced a new line of Chromebooks aimed at classrooms. The Chromebooks are built on the MIL-STD 810 standard which should help it withstand drops and accidents. While the notebook isn't waterproof, it has a drain system that directs spillage away from the device's key components.
  18. Android News

    LeEco's Smart Bikes are coming to the US

    LeEco has introduced their line of smart bikes at CES 2017. The bikes run on an Android-based platform called BikeOS and they can give you metrics reports about your cycling. The bikes are scheduled to launch in the US later this year.
  19. Android News

    Linksys announces Velop, a mesh WiFi system

    Following Google's lead, Linksys is jumping into the mesh WiFi arena with Velop. Velop is a $199 router that can work with multiple other units to create a mesh WiFi network, something that lets you drive a fast and clear signal throughout your home. You can get a 2-pack for $349, and a 3-pack...
  20. Android News

    Dish's AirTV brings an Android TV unit with over-the-air TV capabilities

    After early hints from Sling TV, Dish has announced a new set-top box for cord cutters. It's called the AirTV, an Android TV box which also integrates an over-the-air antenna for digital TV streaming. It also includes Sling TV support for those who want access to premium channels. You can buy...
  21. Android News

    SpeedX introduces smart bike that runs Android

    SpeedX's Unicorn bike is a smart bike that runs Android. It has an integrated display which communicates your workout details to you, such as distance traveled, speed, and more.
  22. Android News

    Sleep Number's latest smart bed adjusts to your sleeping position in real time

    Sleep Number has introduced the next generation of their smart beds. Previously, the beds gathered sleeping data overnight to give you suggestions on how firm to make sure mattress in order to tune itself to your sleeping style. The new generation of the product can now detect adjustments in...
  23. Android News

    Altec Lansing introduces Google Cast-capable speakers

    Altec Lansing is the latest company jumping into Google Cast. The company has introduced SmartStream, a line of wireless speakers that you can beam music to from numerous smartphone apps. Its multi-room playback functionality makes it a direct alternative to Sonos.
  24. Android News

    Polar's smart shirt tracks your heart rate

    Polar has introduced a new fitness wearable. It's a smart shirt with contact fabrics embedded on the inside that can track your heart rate, something that does away with the need for a tracking strap. The shirt also includes a small pouch beneath the collar where an optional tracking pod can...
  25. Android News

    Honor 6X unveiled with dual cameras

    Honor has officially announced the 6X. It sports dual-rear cameras at 12MP and 2MP. The front camera comes in at 8MP. Other specs include a 5.5-inch full HD display, Kirin 655 chipset, and more. The device will start at $250 for 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, while a $300 price tag gets you...