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MWC 2016: Samsung-backed smart shoes to double as personal trainer
Samsung is slated to unveil its new IOFIT smart sneakers at the MWC.
Apple working on fix for 1 January, 1970 bug that caused iPhones, iPads and iPod touch to crash
Apple acknowledges issue and says fix will be issued in the next iOS update.
Barbie's all new hoverboard and smart home showcased at New York Toy Fair
Mattel showcased Barbie's new tech makeover at the 2016 Toy Fair held New York.
Huis: Sony's latest offering is a universal remote control
Huis offers unique features and can be used to operate TV sets, Blue-ray players, air-conditioners etc.
Facebook to offer free adverts for counter-terrorism advocates
Facebook's latest anti-terrorism tool rewards users who speak out against extremist propaganda with ad-credits of up to $1,000.
Syfy's new VR crime drama can now be watched on Oculus Rift
Syfy will make history by releasing the very first VR television show.
MyShake: Android quake app now available on Google Play Store
University of California, Berkeley scientists develop Android earthquake sensing app.
Google to shut down Picasa
Google Photos will be the new picture destination for all users.
Apple fixes Safari Twitter bug in latest 10.11.4 beta OS X update
Mac users have been experiencing issues with Twitter's short URLs after updating the OS X El Capitan.
Foursquare partners with Delivery.com to provide food, groceries and alcohol on demand in US
Foursquare users can locate Delivery.com supported restaurants, place orders get it delivered on demand.
Instagram will show how many people have watched your videos
Facebook-like video count feature being rolled out by Instagram
Google's hiring spree could suggest its driverless car project is on track
Alphabet's autonomous car project has advertised a series of job openings on its website, with emphasis on manufacturing.
US bill aims to prevent states from imposing ban on encrypted phones
California Congressman Ted Lieu's bill aims to stop state meddling with encrypted devices.
YouTube Red: Video-streaming giant launches original programmes for subscribers
Films and web series of Lilly Singh, Rooster Teeth and PewDiePie, will be available for Red subscribers.
Marc Andreessen stokes controversy with tweet on ban of Free Basics in India
Facebook board member contended India suffered economically for opposing colonialism.
Valentine's Day 2016: Paul McCartney and Skype team up to bring you love mojis
Former Beatle star has lent his voice and music to the newly created mojis, or short video clips based on GIF.
Google bulks up Gmail security by adding a warning to unencrypted emails
Gmail now adds visible icons to warn against insecure email communication.
Amazon launches free cross-platform game engine, Lumberyard
Amazon also launched GameLift, which helps develop backends for multiplayer games.
US intelligence chief says government security agencies may spy on citizens via Internet of Things
James Clapper indicated that in future the US government may spy on its citizens using integrated smart-home devices.
Sky Q set-top box with 'fluid viewing' technology goes on sale
Sky Q is available for purchase in Sky stores from 12 February.
Snooper's charter: MPs criticise draft bill as 'it fails to provide privacy protection'
UK's Intelligence and Security Committee pointed out that the bill fails as a spying tool.
DraftKings fantasy sports launches in the UK
The popular US fantasy sports firm will begin offering its skill-driven contests in the UK.
Google's DeepMind to compete with Go world champ live on YouTube
Go world champion Lee Sedol will take on DeepMind's AI in a match of the ancient Chinese board game.
Google may be working on VR headsets to succeed Cardboard
Smartphone-supported new VR headset part of strategy to take on Facebook's Oculus.
BBC3 to go online only: New shows will be available via BBC iPlayer
BBC3 has partnered with Idris Elba's Green Door Pictures to showcase new talent.
Amazon Echo can now hail you an Uber cab
Amazon's Echo has a new feature that lets users order a cab through voice command.
London looking to try out Google's autonomous cars
UK transport officials are attempting to lure Google to extend its driverless car trials to London.
Apple to let customers exchange broken iPhones for new ones
Apple customers will soon be able to trade in their damaged older model iPhones for new ones
Barack Obama to propose controversial $10 oil tax to fund clean transport system
Under the plan, a $10 surcharge will be levied on per barrel of oil produced or consumed.
Netizens slam Facebook's 'Friends Day' initiative
Facebook celebrated turning 12 by creating a 'Friends Day' video, which fell short in moving some of its users.