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Google/ Motorola deal okayed: Time for Motorola Nexus line | Product Watch

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Google/ Motorola deal okayed: Time for Motorola Nexus line

The Google/ Motorola Mobility merger has received regulatory approval, so the Android creator will soon have the ability to control the entire Motorola product development. Jump on it Google!

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Torn between two smartphones...feeling like a fool

As a person who owns multiple smartphones, it isn't often that a couple make such an impression that they battle daily for my smartphone heart.

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Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab 2, its first Android 4.0 tablet

The latest tablet from Samsung may not have much reason to exist, but it does have Android 4.0.

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iPad 3 to come in March--maybe a 7" iPad, too

The iPad 3 is all but officially confirmed. What will it sport and will we see an iPad mini?

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Family plan powered by Windows Phone, Galaxy Nexus love, Chrome for Android (MobileTechRoundup show #260)

Kevin and I had plenty to talk about as we covered the last two weeks in mobile tech. Things are heating up after the holidays with lots of mobile shows coming our way.

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Hands-on with the Digital Innovations Speaker Dock for Android (review)

The new Digital Innovations Speaker Dock for Android lets you connect just about any Android device and enjoy audio while charging your device.

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iPad 3: Voice will be the next big thing

The next iPad is getting close to launch, and there are some things I expect we will see unveiled at the big event, including one change you don't expect.

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Latest Reviews

 

HP X7000 Wi-Fi Touch Mouse
The HP X7000 Wi-Fi Touch Mouse frees up USB ports by pairing through a wireless adapter, but its hypersensitive touch dial and accident-prone design make it frustrating to use.

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Satechi Sound-Fly View Bluetooth FM transmitter
The flexible Satechi Sound-Fly View has the right features and the right connections, but it needs a bit more design and polish.

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HP Pavilion Dm4-3090se Beats Edition
The only real knock against this chic-looking 14-inch multimedia laptop is its plastic body; other than that, this is a great midrange laptop with a unique, eye-catching design.

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Samsung Galaxy Note (unlocked)
With its huge screen and throwback stylus, the Samsung Galaxy Note is a polarizing smartphone that winks at tablet territory. Those who like their screens XL will find a top-notch device that lets multimedia shine. The S-Pen adds some artistic potential, but for some, the phone will just simply be too big.

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Olympus PEN E-PM1 (pink, with 14-42mm lens)
If you're looking for a step-up model that's still pretty compact, the Olympus PEN E-PM1 is a solid, affordable choice.

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[TechRepublic] Don't blame Motorola for not wiping returned Xooms

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Don't blame Motorola for not wiping returned Xooms

Consumers must take responsibility for protecting their personal data and stop relying on manufacturers or retailers to wipe returned devices. Read more

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Ultrabooks cheat sheet cuts through the hype

Are ultrabooks a unique category of computer or just the next step in the laptop's evolution? This cheat sheet helps you decide. Read more

Three protective cases for different smartphone needs

William Lewis takes a look at three protective cases for your smartphone: The Callet, the iPhone 4/4S Soft Touch Pong, and the OtterBox lineup. Read more

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DOJ, EU approve Google, Motorola Mobility merger

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DOJ approves Google, Motorola Mobility merger

Following a seal of approval from the European Commission, now the U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly following suit in the matter of Google's proposed acquisition of Motorola Mobility.

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Do happier Chinese workers spell the end of affordable tech gadgets? | ZDNet's Great Debate Series

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Do happier Chinese workers spell the end of affordable tech gadgets?

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