By NICOLE PERLROTH

On Tuesday, Google announced plans to provide a new way to encrypt information that will make government snooping and hacking more difficult.

Published: June 3, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By FARHAD MANJOO

The picture-sharing app is rolling out a set of robust new tools to allow users to quickly and easily enhance the images they post.

Published: June 5, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By MOLLY WOOD and FARHAD MANJOO

On the heels of Apple’s WWDC keynote presentation, New York Times tech columnists Molly Wood and Farhad Manjoo discuss the hits and misses in the big announcements.

Published: June 3, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By REUTERS

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed and finding it difficult to fit everything into the day? New apps are designed to help people pace themselves better to achieve a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

Published: June 2, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By J. D. BIERSDORFER

Plus, how to move photos from a cellphone to a Kindle Fire.

Published: June 5, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By THE NEW YORK TIMES

Apple is said to be ready to introduce mobile apps that will track a user’s health and fitness routine, and smart home devices, potentially turning niche categories into consumer must-haves.

Published: June 2, 2014 at 12:00AM

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By CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE

Customers pay in advance for Fairphone’s handset as it aims to produce devices using only conflict-free raw materials and to provide fair job conditions during assembly.

Published: June 2, 2014 at 12:00AM

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