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New USB Type-C connector and cable can also offer DisplayPort support
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Mojang will launch Scrolls for Android December 11 for $4.99
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Sony 'PlayStation 4.5' rumored with upgraded graphics; will Microsoft follow suit?
By John Callaham last updated
A new report claims that Sony has started to brief game developers on their plans to release a new version of the PlayStation 4 console with updated graphics and support for 4K TVs.

Verizon officially rolls out Wi-Fi calling to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge
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As promised earlier this week, Verizon Wireless has started rolling out Wi-Fi calling to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge via an over-the-air software update,

Skype for Android now lets you open your documents in Microsoft Office
By John Callaham last updated
Microsoft is rolling out a new update for Skype for Android devices. The new version now allows users to open Office file attachments directly if they have the Office apps installed on their phone.

Yahoo revamps its app and web site for faster access to news and comments
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Nexus Player expands its sales reach to nine more countries
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Amazon Echo can now play games and can let you know if your car needs gas
By John Callaham last updated
The Amazon Echo connected speaker can now play games with its owners, thanks to its latest update, and can also remind people if their car needs gas.

HERE Maps for Android updated to support Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch
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An update for the HERE maps app for Android is available to download. It adds support for the upcoming Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch.

Gmail update for Android will help organize all your email accounts, even if they're not Google's
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Transformers: Battle Tactics rolls out in the Google Play Store
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Virgin Mobile monthly plans get updated, including $20 a month Wi-Fi only plan
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Chevrolet dealers offering free Android Auto update for select vehicles
By John Callaham last updated
U.S. Chevrolet dealers can now upgrade a number of its cars with 8-inch MyLink systems to support Android Auto for free.

MetroPCS adding more high-speed data to some plans, Music Unlimited arrives to save your data
By John Callaham last updated
MetroPCS will add 1GB of extra high-speed data to many of its plans, along with T-Mobile's Music Unlimited, which allows users to stream from 33 music services without impacting their data plan.

Fleksy keyboard is now free, with previous owners bagging $8 worth of in-app gifts
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Archos reveals new budget-friendly Cobalt and Power Android smartphones
By John Callaham last updated
Archos is using CES 2016 to officially reveal two new Android smartphone lines. The Cobalt devices will go on sale in April while the Power smartphones will be available in May.

Pebble Time smartwatches get new Weather app and more with latest update
By John Callaham last updated
Pebble has released a new firmware update for its Pebble Time series of smartwatches. The update includes a new Weather app along with improvements to its health features.

One of the best Android podcast apps has been suspended from the Google Play Store [Update: It's back]
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Microsoft Translator for Android adds offline translation engine packs
By John Callaham last updated
The Microsoft Translation app for Android has been updated with a new offline translation engine, which allows the app to work without an Internet connection via downloadable add-in packs.

Sports Illustrated's 2016 swimsuit issue goes VR with 360-degree videos
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Family Locator is offering access to its flight tracking feature for free
By John Callaham last updated
Sygic has updated its Family Locator app, allowing all users of the popular app to access its flight tracking feature for the first time.

Batman v Superman content added to mobile version of Injustice: Gods Among Us
By John Callaham last updated
Warner Bros. Interactive has added characters and gear based on the upcoming movie Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice to their free-to-play mobile superhero fighting game Injustice: Gods Among Us.
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