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How to Get an Amazing Movie Experience at Home

Everything you need to know to recreate the movie theater experience in your home.

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The New iPad Pro Delivers More Bang for Your Buck

The sleek new iPad Pro models pack more screen and power into the same size package as their predecessors. 

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Apple Unveils the Long-Awaited Redesign of the MacBook Air

Apple has finally unveiled an all-new redesigned Apple MacBook Air laptop, which is smaller, lighter and faster.

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If the Social Security Administration Calls, Hang Up

The FTC is warning that scammers are faking the Social Security Administration customer service phone number to trick you into giving up personal information. 

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Google Introduces New Pixel Phones, Pixel Slate Tablet & Home Hub Smart Display

See how Google's artificial intelligence technology is delivering innovative new features in the Pixel 3, Home Hub smart speaker and Pixel Slate tablet.

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Facebook's New Portal Smart Display Is Perfect for Video Calls

Facebook's voice-controlled Portal and Portal+ may look like an Amazon Echo Show or Google Home Hub, but they are purpose-built for video calling.

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Microsoft Upgrades Surface Pro, Laptop and Studio PCs, Unveils New BT Headphones

In what it called its largest-ever product introduction, Microsoft today unveiled four new devices: three next-generation Surface PCs and new active noise canceling headphones.

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Hackers Gained Full Access to as Many as 90 Million Facebook Accounts

The latest Facebook data breach not only gave hackers access to users' Facebook accounts, but also the accounts of services users logged into with Facebook. 

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Foreo Luna Fofo Monitors Your Skin to Create the Optimal Skin Care Routine

Smart skin sensors in the Foreo Luna Fofo sonic cleansing brush gather data on your skin's health, which is used to advise you on how to keep your skin glowing.

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An Easy Way to Watch & Record Over-the-Air Broadcasts

The Fire TV Recast makes watching over-the-air television broadcasts as simple as asking Alexa for your favorite show. But there are a couple of hidden costs.

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Amazon Expands Its Universe of Alexa-Enabled devices

Amazon has new and improved Alexa-enabled products for every room in the house (and even your car) and more advanced smart home features.

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Samsung SmartThings Tracker Can Find Your Kids, Pets or Keys Anywhere

Unlike most Bluetooth trackers, the tiny Samsung SmartThings Tracker has cellular service built-in so you can find it (and whatever it's attached to) anywhere it in the country.

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7 Features You'll Love When You Upgrade to iOS 12

iOS 12 adds a lot of quality of life improvements, including a number of ways to cut down on the time you spend on your phone. Here's what to try first.

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Withings Steel HR Sport Smartwatch Blends Style & Fitness Tracking

The budget-friendly Withings Steel HR Sport looks like an analog watch but it monitors your heart rate, tracks 30 different sports and gets 25 days of battery life.

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7 Smart Home & Health Gadgets to Improve Everyday Life

These nine products will help you live a healthier, more stress-free life and make a huge impact on your overall wellbeing.

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Apple Watch 4 FDA Approved for Heart Monitoring & More

Apple Watch Series 4 can perform an echocardiogram, warn you of an irregular heartbeat, detect falls — save your life.

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Apple Announces 3 New iPhones

Apple announces the biggest iPhone ever, plus better photo taking in low light, a 30% faster processor, better waterproofing and face recognition across the line.

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8K TV is Coming. Should You Care?

8K TVs may have a whopping 33 million pixels, which means they look great close up. But 8K isn't ready for primetime. Here's why.

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What You Need to Know About Android 9 Pie

Android 9 Pie is rolling out and you won't want to miss these awesome new upgrades.

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Fitbit's Charge 3 Combines Advanced Fitness and Smartwatch Capabilities

Fitbit Charge 3 houses advanced fitness sensors in a super slim tracker and delivers a solid smartwatch experience.

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Gmail Delivers New Level of Security with Confidential Mode

Gmail now lets you protect individual messages with a passcode, set an expiration date and prevent the recipient from forwarding or copying the contents.

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Dashlane 6 Offers One-Stop Identity Theft Protection

Already our favorite password monitor, Dashlane has added a pile of new features that make it even easier to keep your accounts and identity safe.

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Google Tracks You Even After You Disable Location History

If you don't want Google to know where you are at every minute of the day, you'll have to dig deep into your privacy settings.

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Hackers Exploit Voicemail Vulnerability to Access Financial Accounts

Hackers can crack the four-digit code protecting your voicemail to reset the password and gain access to your financial accounts.

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Samung Hits a New High with Galaxy Note9

The new Samsung Galaxy Note9 boasts notable improvements in battery life, S Pen functionality, camera and connectivity.

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Fortnite: Battle Royale for Android Rolls Out First to Samsung Galaxy Phones

Get details on the Fortnite: Battle Royale for Android rollout and watch gameplay of the Fortnite beta with the special edition Galaxy skin for Samsung Galaxy devices.

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Email Blackmailing You for Cheating on Your Wife is a Scam

Are you being blackmailed for bitcoins by someone claiming to have evidence of you cheating? It's just a scam.

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All Sites that Don't Use HTTPS to Be Marked as Not Secure

When your Chrome web browser updates, sites that don't use HTTPS will be labeled as "not secure."

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Headphones that Block Snoring

Bose Sleepbuds block and mask sound to help you sleep through snoring, loud neighbors and city noises.

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Microsoft Launches a Low-Cost Windows Tablet Computer

Microsoft's new Surface Go tablet has the power and portability to be the perfect entry-level Windows computer.

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Your Smart TV May Be Spying On You

Not only are some TVs spying on you at home, they're also keeping tabs on you when you leave the house.

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Google is Letting App Developers Read Your Gmail & Share Your Info

If you use third-party apps with your Gmail account, app developers could be quietly rifling through your mailbox to collect personal information.

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Turn your Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet into a Echo Show

Alexa is already available on Amazon Kindle Fire Tablets. Now you can get the Echo Show experience with the Show Mode Charging Dock.

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Samsung's Frame TV Gets a Makeover

Samsung's Frame TV is the centerpiece of the room even when you're not watching TV with 800-plus works of art available to complement your decor.

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T-Mobile Lets You Control Kids' Screen Time at Home & on the Go

Manage exactly what your kids can do online, whether they're on their computer at home or out using their smartphone.

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Get Great Discounts at Whole Foods with Amazon Prime

Your Amazon Prime membership now has a new perk: grocery bargains.

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An Easy Way to Find Your Compromised Passwords

Dashlane automatically checks to see whether your passwords have been compromised and changes them for you.

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TripIt's New Features Will Have You Traveling Like a Pro

TripIt now provides safety ratings for neighborhoods and international travel tips to make your next trip more enjoyable.

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Get Your Android Text Messages on Your Laptop

Read and respond to text messages that are sent to your Android phone on your computer.

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Emergency Services to Finally Get Accurate Location Info from iPhones

 

Starting in iOS 12, your iPhone will automatically send location information to emergency dispatchers when you call 911.

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Facebook's Latest Privacy Snafu May Have Set Your Posts to Public

A software bug caused everything on Facebook to be posted publicly by default for almost a week, affecting 14 million users.

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Must-Have Travel Tech for your Summer Vacation

From vacation to staycation, these high-tech gadgets will help you make the most of your summer.

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Onelink Safe & Sound Smoke Detector Brings Alexa to Any Room

Combining smoke and carbon monoxide detection with an Alexa-powered smart speaker makes the Onelink Safe & Sound a smart addition to any home.

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Facebook Wants You to Opt-in to Face Recognition & Personalized Ads

Don't give up your privacy to Facebook. These are the two key privacy settings you need to verify.

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Facebook Has Been Secretly Giving Away Your Data for Years

Through partnerships with big tech companies, Facebook has been sharing your personal information even if you told them not to.

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Small Improvements to WatchOS 5 Add up to Major Upgrade

The latest update to WatchOS makes small improvements to just about everything, including health features, app options and notifications. 

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MacOS Mojave Increases Privacy, Takes Design Cues from iOS

The latest update to MacOS comes with a new work mode and improvements to Safari security and Finder functionality.

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iOS 12 Will Make Your iPhone Faster and Smarter

Apple's latest iOS update speeds up older devices, adds big improvements to Siri and Photos, and provides screentime management tools.

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Your Smartphone Location is Public Knowledge

Cellular carriers have been selling your location information to third parties, who aren't doing much to keep it secure.

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The FBI Wants You to Reboot Your Router

New malware that may have infected 500,000 routers can spy on you and destroy your router. The quick fix is rebooting your router. Here's how.

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HTC U12+ Launches with New Camera and Convenience Features

HTC's U12+ has the power to compete with flagship phones from LG and Samsung and gets a few upgrades to make everyday operation easier. 

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Relay is a Screenless Phone that Keeps Tabs on Your Kids

There are no worries about screen addiction with this screen-free LTE device that lets you track and talk to your kids.

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Powered Up Lego Batmobile Zooms Around Under Smartphone Control

Lego lets kids program their new line of Powered Up smart toys, combining movement, speed, sound, and duration commands to create custom stunts.

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Lenovo's Mirage Camera & Headset Make VR Easy to Watch & Create

Lenovo delivers a completely stand-alone virtual reality (VR) headset and easy-to-use VR camera, making VR easily accessible for everyone.

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Google's Assistant Becomes More Lifelike, Apps Become Smarter

Google is using artificial intelligence to make using its software smarter and easier to use.

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The Next Best TV Under $1,000?

Our choice for best sub-$1,000 4K TV just became an even better value thanks to improved image quality.

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LG Brings Artificial Intelligence to its G7 ThinQ Smartphone

The LG G7 ThinQ is smarter than your average smartphone with its AI-assisted camera capabilities, Google Assistant camera controls and more. 

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Is Amazon Prime Still Worth It at $119 per Year?

Amazon has announced a 20% rate hike for Amazon Prime from $99 to $119 per year. We help you weigh the perks versus the price.

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Limit YouTube Kids Videos to Content Curated by People

The YouTube Kids app has had problems with inappropriate content slipping by their algorithms, but now it offers better tools to restrict what your child watches.

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Echo Dot Kids Edition Is a Smart Speaker Just for Kids

With FreeTime Unlimited and new kid-friendly Alexa skills, Alexa could become your child's virtual best friend.

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These 11 New Gmail Features Make It Easier to Manage Your Email

Google's popular email app has gotten a major overhaul that adds a ton of new convenience features. We highlight the ones you should try first.

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Easily Build Your Own Alexa Apps

Personalize your Alexa-enabled device with your own apps, including interactive stories, flashcards, and apps to help the sitter care for your child or pet. 

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FTC: Warranties are NOT Voided by 3rd Party Parts & Services

The FTC says it's illegal for companies to tell you how or where to repair your gadgets if you want warranty coverage.

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Don't Share Outdated Personal Information on Facebook

Online quizzes and memes that ask for outdated personal information like your first car or your first pet's name seem fun, but sharing could help hackers get into your accounts.

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6 Biggest Russian Cyberattacks on the U.S. Government

These Russian cyberattacks have deeply penetrated the US government and caused significant potential damage.

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How to Check if Cambridge Analytica Has Your Facebook data

Facebook has put up a link so you can easily check to see if Cambridge Analytica has your personal data.

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Amazon Makes It Easier Track Your Kids' Screen Time

FreeTime Unlimited now lets you monitor your kids' screen time on Amazon Fire tablets and Android devices from your smartphone or computer.

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Easily Delete Facebook Apps with Access to Your Personal Data

Facebook has made it easier to mass delete apps and control the information they can access. Here's how.

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Update to iOS 11.3 for More Privacy, Better Battery Health

The latest software update for iPhone and iPad gives owners more control of their device and how much personal information they share. 

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The Keys to Your Smart Home Are Available on the Web

Default passwords, used by many connected devices, let hackers into your home network — no hacking skills required.

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Dashcam Video of Uber Self-Driving Crash Fatality Raises Questions

Was the crash a technology or human fail? Watch the video and you decide.

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Beer Ripples Can 3D Print a Picture on Your Next Pint

Using a malt-based ink, Beer Ripples can print just about anything on the surface of beer.

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Fitbit Versa: a Light & Sleek Smartwatch

Fitbit's new health and fitness smartwatch delivers just the features you need at a lower price.

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New Philips Hue Lights Bring Smarts Outdoors

From adding security lighting to providing the perfect ambiance for your next party, these smart Hue outdoor-rated lights can help.

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Make a Personalized Photo Book in Five Simple Steps

Online photo design service Mixbook makes creating custom photo books as easy as taking a snapshot.

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A New Reason Why Your Computer is Running Slow

Browsing a website can be enough for a malicious script to slow your computer to a crawl and put pricy cryptocurrency into hackers' pockets.

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Samsung's 2018 QLED TVs Vanish into Your Room

In addition to top-tier picture quality, Samsung's newest TVs feature technology that makes them blend more easily with your decor.

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Find Out if Any of Your Passwords Have Been Compromised

A new tool will tell you if your password — not just your account name — has been compromised in a data breach

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Should You Turn Off Facebook Facial Recognition?

Even if you aren't tagged in photos, Facebook can notify you when they're published.

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Android Go Offers High-End Performance on Smartphones Under $100

Google is offering a streamlined version of Android 8.0 Oreo designed to make low-end smartphones run smoothly. Here's what you will and won't get.

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Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+

Samsung’s new Galaxy S9 and S9+ phones have a new camera chock full of new features, but is it enough to make you want to upgrade?

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Update Your iPhone & Mac Now to Prevent Text Messaging from Crashing

A recently-discovered bug could cause your messaging apps on your Apple devices to crash, but now there's a fix.

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Secure Your Smart Home from Hackers with Bitdefender BOX

Our connected devices aren't always very secure, but Bitdefender BOX keeps them (and us) safe anyway.

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Beware Phone Porting Scam that Can Empty Your Bank Account

Learn how this scam works and what you need to do to protect yourself.

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You Can Finally Watch YouTube TV on Roku

With the addition of Roku support, it's finally easy to watch YouTube TV on your actual TV

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Philips Hue Smart Lights Will Soon Sync with Movies & Games

Our favorite smart light is getting smarter with new software that will automatically sync its colors with what's on your screen.

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Top 10 Innovative Laptops for 2018

10 most innovative laptops and 2-in-1 from CES 2018. Find out what's new in laptops including Alexa, Dell Connect and fanless laptops.

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Anker Roav Viva Charger Brings Alexa to Your Car

The Anker Roav Viva USB charger brings Alexa into the car so you can play music, get directions, order coffee and control your Alexa-enabled devices at home.

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Snap a Selfie and Find Your Fine Art Doppelgänger

Google can compare your selfie to thousands of works of art in seconds and find a famous portrait that looks like you.

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Coravin Wine Preservation Opener Pours Wine Without Opening the Bottle

Coravin Model 11 Wine Preservation wine opener pours a glass of wine without opening the bottle and tracks how much left you have left in each bottle.

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Artificial Intelligence is Making Your Smart Home Smarter

Beyond voice control, smart homes now have artificial intelligence to learn your habits. Some AI devices will have personalities and emotion.

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Lenovo Smart Display Is the Perfect Digital Assistant

Upgrade your smart speaker to a smart display with this Google Assistant-powered gadget. 

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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2018 Awards

Our editors pick their favorite consumer tech products from the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show.

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Comcast Xfinity Offers Free Home Control to All Customers

Comcast Xfinity customers soon can use voice to control a smart home. Free to customers, they can add scenes that control lights, thermostat and more.

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Honeywell DIY Home Security System Has Alexa Built-in

Home security company Honeywell offers attractive Alexa enabled base-station speaker with camera as heart of a diy whole home security system. 

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NutriBullet Balance Smart Blender Calculates Nutrition Information

Avoid 2000 calorie morning smoothies with this connected blender that tells you the exact nutritional values of your smoothie as you make it. 

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Free ADT Go Personal Safety App Provides Safety Away From Home

The Free ADT Go app will make you and your family feel safe. Our video shows how features like a panic SOS button and monitoring kids driving habits work.

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5G Mobile Networks are Coming in 2018

The next generation of mobile networks, 5G, will be all the buzz at CES 2018. At speeds faster than gigabit internet, could this be the end of your home ISP?

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Voice Control Extends From Kitchen to Bathroom

Alexa voice controls everything from your toilet to shower, bath, to the kitchen sink as announced at CES 2018. Talk to a mirror, or to the wall. 

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4 Ways to Improve Your Skin Care Routine

Tech companies are looking to revitalize your beauty routine with smart products designed to improve your skincare regimen.

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