Sick of it
Virtual keyboards suck and the KEY2 is the answer
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I'm pretty tired of virtual keyboards in general, and I think this new BlackBerry might be my next because of it.
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No shortcuts
This is how Xiaomi wants to eventually win the U.S. market
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In the wake of Huawei and ZTE being forced out, Xiaomi is taking a slow yet deliberate approach to U.S. consumers.
Precision when you need it
How to add a keyboard and mouse to your PlayStation 4
You don't really need to go mouse and keyboard for a good gaming experience on your PlayStation 4, but it has some upsides.
Safe, simple, Kid-friendly
Relay by Republic is a better smartphone for kids
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Republic Wireless made a phone specifically for kids, but it doesn't look or act like any phone you've ever used. And for once, that is a good thing.
Not even close
Chromebook vs. iPad: Closer than ever to being actual computers
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With Android apps on Chrome OS and tablet hardware profiles coming to Chromebooks, is Google's platform really ready to take on the iPad?
Keep me safe
How to adjust your Oculus Go privacy settings
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Your Oculus Go headset connects you to a lot of people, but you may not always want everyone to know what you're doing in your headset and when. Here's how you deal with that!
Getting more done
I, for one, am totally OK with Chromebooks replacing Android tablets
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Tablets running Android have never really been a complete thought, but Chromebooks with Android apps are getting better all the time.
One-handed grip
Google is all-in on PopSockets
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Every demo station at Google I/O this year had something in common - the demo phones are all rocking PopSockets.
FAQ
What's new in AR at Google I/O 2018
Increasingly, we're seeing Google's AR and VR ambitions align with its developer community, so it's no surprise ARCore and Daydream were front and center at Google I/O 2018.
safety first
Oculus Go: A Parent's Guide
As a parent, there are a lot of questions regarding the safety of Oculus Go when used by children. This guide offers guidance on keeping your child safe, as well as a collection of apps that are safe and educational!
Swipey goodness
Android P gestures vs. iPhone X: A swiping comparison
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Google looks to be ditching the three button navigation in favor of gestures, and the results aren't entirely unlike what you find on Apple's flagship experience.
All of the games
How to connect a Bluetooth gamepad to your Oculus Go
Some Oculus Go games require a gamepad. Here’s how you add one to your headset.
Make your special nerd happy
The Star Wars fan in your life wants this stuff
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Star Wars fans are practically swimming in options for cool things to show off their love, but it's up to you to find the quality gifts in the pile.
This could be so much more
Lenovo Mirage Solo review: Two steps forward, one step back
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Google's plans for the next phase of Daydream are full of promises, but they're not in this container.
More like this, please
Lenovo Mirage Camera review: Simple, solid VR photography
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Google wants to encourage creators to do more in VR, and this is going to make that much easier.
Promises promises
The Google I/O 2017 report card: Successes, failures and no-shows
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We always see plenty of cool things shown off on stage at Google I/O each year, but how many actually pan out?
Automate your world
Best Amazon Alexa Routines
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Amazon has made it easy to create your own task combinations. These are my favorites.
functional protection
Samsung Galaxy S9 LED Cover Review
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Keeping the screen safe while also feeding your information is a tall order, but this case gets you most of the way there.
Build your own cool things
How to create an Alexa Blueprint on your Amazon Echo
Amazon now lets you build Skills just for your house, and it actually works really well.
Not exactly reliable
Six months later, Google Lens still isn't great
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It's early days for Google's real-time image recognition platform, but what we have right now still feels very Alpha.