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Smartphone innovation: How iOS and Android 'borrow' from each other | TECH(talk)
Computerworld’s Ken Mingis, Android expert JR Raphael, and Apple expert Michael Simon are talking about Smartphone innovation – How iOS and Android “borrow” from each other.
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Android 10's gestures: How they work, what Google changed | TECH(talk)
Android 10 delivers new gestures for quick navigating around your phone. But not all gestures are created equally, and some can be downright confusing at first.
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AI and your smartphone: How AI is transforming mobile apps
Computerworld’s Ken Mingis and Michael Simon from PCWorld and Macworld talk about how more mobile apps use artificial intelligence and how it improves features.
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Coming soon: Huawei's new OS | TECH(feed)
Although the Huawei ban is no longer in full effect, U.S. companies still need a license to work with the Chinese tech company. And Huawei may be slowly preparing for life without U.S. vendor support by developing its own mobile...
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How the U.S. ban on Huawei is affecting business | TECH(feed)
The U.S. ban on Huawei business has already affected small telecom carriers in rural areas. And, unsurprisingly, Huawei responded to the ban with increased legal pressure. This fight is far from over, and Juliet has the latest updates...
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Android swipes right on Apple's iOS gestures | TECH(talk)
At this year's Google I/O, the company highlighted new gestures for navigating in Android Q – gestures that will look surprisingly familiar to iPhone users. Computerworld's JR Raphael and Ken Mingis talk about what's changed and why...
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Android Q's new 'Bubbles' feature | TECH(talk)
Google has added a new multi-tasking feature in Android Q: Bubbles, which will allow users to perform tasks across different apps without having to actually switch apps.
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Why Android updates are so late | TECH(talk)
The yearly release of a new version of Android always causes a hopeful stir among users. But most of them have to wait months, or even longer, to get the update on their devices.
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The sad state of the smartphone market | TECH(talk)
With smartphone sales slowing – even for the iconic iPhone – have we reached 'peak smartphone'? And if so, how does the industry innovate its way out of the funk?
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Mingis on Tech: All about the Google Pixel 3
The Pixel 3 (and the larger Pixel 3 XL) arrive this week, and after a few days of hands-on time with the new device, Computerworld's Dan Rosenbaum has some thoughts. He joins Executive Editor Ken Mingis and IDGE video producer Chris...
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Mingis on Tech: 3 big slices of Android Pie
The newest version of Android is rolling out for Pixel devices already and – eventually – it'll arrive on other Android phones. Computerworld's JR Raphael details what users can look forward to, and why it matters.
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Mingis on Tech: Why BlackBerry's Key2 phone is for 'masters of the universe'
BlackBerry's latest smartphone has a full-featured physical keyboard – no surprise there – and is aimed at users who want to really want to get work done, says reviewer Dan Rosenbaum.
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Android data tips that will save you money
Cutting back on your Android data use can make your phone bill plummet, and it's easy to do with a few key tweaks. Ready to start saving?
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Mingis on Tech: For Android phones, a 'notch' too far?
The all-screen design of Apple's iPhone X necessitated a 'notch' at the top of the display for various cameras and sensors. Now, Android phone makers are going with the same design. But why?
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Android Oreo tips: Learn what your software can do
Google's Android Oreo release is full of fresh flavor for your phone. But some of its most useful touches are all too easy to overlook. Whether you've had Oreo for months or are just now getting a taste, it's time to learn something...
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How to turn your Android phone into a powerful collaboration hub
With the right set of apps, you can turn your Android phone into a collaboration hub — and then stay connected and productive -- wherever you might be.
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How to find handy but hidden Android features
Android's practically overflowing with options, and it's easy to lose track of some useful features along the way. Here are a few handy but hidden capabilities you probably forget to use.
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