Stagefright, the massive vulnerability that affected more than 1 billion Android devices when it was discovered back in July, is back. It’s just as dangerous as it ever was, only instead of leaving your smartphone vulnerable to attack via text message, it is now at risk from dodgy music. Google and its hardware partners have

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After many leaks and teasers in recent weeks, LG’s new V10 smartphone is official — and it’s unlike anything you can buy today. Despite looking a lot like other LG devices at first glance, the V10 separates itself from the pack with two front-facing cameras for better selfies, and a second display that dedicates itself

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LG today unveiled a second edition of its Watch Urbane smartwatch, which finally frees Android Wear from your smartphone. Thanks to its built-in 4G and 3G connectivity, the new Watch Urbane makes calls and continues to receive notifications even when you leave your phone behind. Watch Urbane 2nd Edition isn’t the first smartwatch with a data

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Loot Crate is the first ever subscription service for those that live and breathe the geek and gaming lifestyle. With this 3-month subscription, you will join a network of “looters” who have access to the best gear, collectibles, toys, apparel, art, and other goodies made just for them. And thanks to Cult of Android Deals,

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OnePlus will launch an even more affordable alternative to its flagship OnePlus 2 this year, according to a new report. The device will supposedly be named OnePlus X, and it will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 801 processor. The OnePlus 2 is already an incredibly affordable smartphone at just $329 — especially when you consider it

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Sprint’s unlimited talk, text and data plan is about to get more expensive. The wireless carrier announced that the plan will jump from $60 per month to $70 per month starting October 16. Existing customers will be grandfathered in to the current price, but new customers will have to start paying up if they want the

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Samsung’s new Gear S2 and Gear S2 classic smartwatches, which were officially unveiled in early September, are about to make their U.S. debuts. Both devices will go on sale on Friday, October 2 — but they won’t be cheap. The Gear S2, which is the more affordable model in the lineup and comes with a plastic

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HTC has confirmed that it will begin rolling out its first Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates before the end of 2015. The company has also revealed which handsets are in line to get one, so if you’re wondering whether yours will get lucky, just check the list below. “Serving up Marshmallow sweetness real soon,” teased HTC America

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If you don’t want to pay the full cost of a Nexus 5X or Nexus 6P upfront, then there is a finance option that lets you spread out the cost of the device over 24 months. But it comes with a catch: It’s only available if you get your new Nexus on Google’s Project Fi network.

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Logitech wants to help keep your home safe — and push devices like the Nest Cam out of it. Its new Circle smart camera, which is being launched under the new Logi brand, delivers real-time HD video that lets you monitor your home remotely from an Android or iOS device. Circle sports a clean and

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