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HTC CEO Yves Maitre resigns after less than a year

September 3, 2020
Earlier today, HTC announced that its President and CEO Yves Maitre has resigned due to personal reasons, making his stint at the company just a few days shy of a full year. Chairwoman and co-founder Cher Wang has once again assumed the CEO position. According to HTC’s statement, “the strict international travel restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic… have had an impact on”…
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YouTube for Android adding big ‘create’ button to bottom bar

September 3, 2020
For most, YouTube — especially on mobile — is primarily for content consumption. The app can also be used to upload video or go live, and Google is now better emphasizing that with a giant “create” button in YouTube for Android and later iOS. A video camera icon in…
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Samsung's Galaxy Fit 2 can run for two weeks on a single charge

September 3, 2020
When it comes to fitness trackers, consumers are spoiled for choice. Between devices from Fitbit, Garmin and now even Amazon, there&aposs probably a device out there suited for everyone, no matter their specific needs. But that same amount of choice can make it difficult for some trackers to stand out. Samsung&aposs Galaxy Fit is the perfect example. It&aposs a capable device that does…
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Apple Support app for iOS expands Wallet passes integration

September 3, 2020
Apple has released a new version of the Apple Support app today with useful new integration with the Wallet app. With today’s update, users can now add a pass from the Apple Support app to the Apple Wallet for “easy check-in” at Genius Bar locations. Interestingly…
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Tested: Anker PowerCore Play 6K is an affordable iPhone and Android controller

September 3, 2020
. A month ago, Anker introduced its PowerCore Play 6K Mobile Gaming Controller, which is a sort of hybrid accessory that checks many boxes. It’s a battery pack while also serving as a controller. There’s also a universal build, which makes it a suitable companion for iPhones and various Android devices. Being that it covers so much ground, the PowerCore Play 6K is a unique offering that…
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Samsung’s Galaxy Fit 2 can last for up to three weeks on a charge

September 3, 2020
Samsung has a new fitness tracker on the way called the Galaxy Fit 2. It’s an updated version of the original Galaxy Fit band that offers a larger display and more battery life — much more battery life, in fact. Samsung is promising that the new model can last for at least 15 days on a single charge and up to three weeks depending on your settings. That’s a big jump over the original model…
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