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Movado Bold Motion

Movado Bold Motion takes less techy approach to the smartwatch

It has the look of a traditional analog timepiece. But it has the smarts of a smartwatch. With the Bold Motion ($695), Movado takes a decidely different approach to wearables. And in this nascent industry no doubt many be will be watching closely to see if consumers gravitate towards a watch that bridges...
Microsoft Arrow - Home Launcher for Android

Art of Simplicity: Microsoft Arrow Launcher for Android (Hands-on)

"Your relationship with your phone doesn’t have to be complicated," says Microsoft. Case in point: the company's new Arrow home launcher for Android.
Fossil Q Founder - Android Wear smartwatch

Fossil gets it right, prices debut smartwatches and fitness trackers from $125

When it comes to smartwatches, at least as it stands here in 2015, there are two schools of thought. On the premium side, you have makers like Apple, and Huawei -- those targeting the fashionistas. They suspect their buyers value luxury when it comes to timepieces, and will pay $350 or...
Samsung Gear S2 Review and Smartwatch Comparison

Verdict: Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch

Wrist Wars II. Is the Samsung Gear S2 an Apple Watch killer? Review, plus comparison to Pebble Time, and Android Wear.
Android 6.0 Marshmallow - What's new and download links

How to get Android 6.0 Marshmallow right now

It's Marshmallow day. And that can mean only one thing: a stampede to Google's Android images pages. There us eager early adopters can find links to download Android 6.0, aka "Marshmallow." Long-time Nexus users know the drill. Those new to Nexus should follow these instructions before attempting to upgrade your phone...
Google Event - Nexus 5X and 6P

Nexus 6P or Moto X Pure – Which is the best Android flagship phone?

Google today announced a pair of two Nexus phones in San Francisco. The event, as is increasingly common, was also live-streamed (replay on YouTube). The smaller Nexus 5X is made by LG, features a 5.2-inch 1080p screen. Starts at $379 (16GB). The Nexus 6P is made by Huawei (a first), features...
BlackBerry Priv Android-based Smartphone

“We have new life,” says BlackBerry CEO

BlackBerry chief John Chen explains why he's turning to Android operating system for new "Priv" phone.
Apple WatchOS 2 - Nightstand Mode

5 things Android Wear can learn from Apple WatchOS

WatchOS 2 is here, and improves significantly upon the Apple Watch, a wearable that if not necessarily a smash hit, at least gets the idea of a smartwatch mostly right. There's a lot to like with WatchOS 2, especially native apps, and I'll have more soon after I've spent...
Moto G - Android Lollipop

Mobile Adoption: Apple iOS 9 at 50% vs. Google Android Lollipop at 21%

Apple users upgrade their phone software faster. But many suggest that Android's so-called fragmentation actually works in Google's favor.

Top 5: Best unlocked Android smartphone deals

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