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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 11/06/2026

Even though wireless earbuds make up the bulk of our gadget and tech videos, cabled audio is still a MASSIVE market. Hidizs ST2 Pro delivering fantastic audio quality at a price undercutting Bluetooth! www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1BJ... #tech #audio #music #geek #gadgets #review #youtube #video

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Cabled Audio Never Went Away: Hidizs ST2 Pro USB-C Earbuds

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 29/07/2026

Outdoor cafe Peacock visit (vivo x300 ultra) A beautiful bird stopped by for a quick hello while eating lunch at an outdoor cafe. Vivo X300 Ultra with the 400mm telephoto adapter. flic.kr/p/2ss3bUp #nature #photo #photography #androidography #android #birds

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Outdoor cafe Peacock visit (vivo x300 ultra)

A beautiful bird stopped by for a quick hello while eating lunch at an outdoor cafe. Vivo X300 Ultra with the 400mm telephoto adapter.

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failbot.bsky.social @failbot.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

People want them, the only real impediments at this point are that they just want longer distance per cycle and faster charge times to make nearly as convenient to refuel as combustion vehicles. EVs are currently better for 99% of the population that don’t travel hundreds of miles daily.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 10/07/2026

I've recommended "face displays" for years now. It's a great experience for travel and privacy. They work with almost every phone, tablet, laptop, or game console. They can get pricey tho, so it's nice to see an option at a more wallet friendly price. youtu.be/hfERMLXV52U

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XBX A01+ Review: More Affordable XR Glasses from XREAL

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 14/07/2026

Treat your ears! youtu.be/Rhw91VEjoP4 Fosi Audio has a REALLY fun way to improve your audio quality on the go! It's the MAGDAC! And it sounds REALLY good! #tech #technology #technews #review #youtube #audio #music #video #geek #gadgets #audiophile #android #iphone

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Fosi Audio MD3 MagDAC Review: The FUN Magnetic Headphone DAC!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 22/07/2026

Seeing more posts like these around social media, acting like Apple execs were psychic in predicting the AI bubble bursting. Just a friendly reminder, Apple's greed worked out for them that they never got too deep into AI investments. Tim Cook wasn't AI Nostradamus. www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQif...

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 07/08/2026

Here we go. Pixel 11 is right around the corner. How has the Pixel 10 Pro aged? We should chat about that... youtu.be/SMhwtStekZ0 Long term review: Pixel 10 Pro XL. #tech #technology #technews #review #android #google #video #youtube

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Pixel 10 Pro Long Term Review (Before The Pixel 11 Launch)

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 08/08/2026

Black Eyed Susan summer bloom (Vivo X300 Pro) I never knew what this flower's name was LOL. Thought it was some kinda daisy... Telephoto sensor from the X300 Pro. Always coming in clutch. flic.kr/p/2stU7ZA

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Black Eyed Susan summer bloom (Vivo X300 Pro)

Black Eyed Susan summer bloom (Vivo X300 Pro) I never knew what this flower's name was LOL. Thought it was some kinda daisy... Telephoto sensor from the X300 Pro. Always coming in clutch.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 29/08/2026

Took a little longer to LIVE in the vivo X300 Ultra before wrapping up a review on it. It delivered an amazing first impressions, but over a whole summer, has the glow faded? youtu.be/q9JXjS8exYo #tech #technology #technews #android #photography #geek #gadgets #smartphone #review #video #youtube

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My Summer with the Vivo X300 Ultra

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 31/08/2026

People applauding MapQuest for a lake name. I feel Here Maps deserves a little love too.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 09/09/2026

They called it the iPhone Duo?!?! THEY CALLED IT A DUO!!! They're acting like they just invented folding phones, but they've just copied every trend from Huawei, Google, Oppo, and then had the gall to name it aftera Surface. #apple #iphone #tech #technews

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 17/09/2026

One of the most powerful thin Windows laptops of the year, and even with a GOOD amount of RAM, it's a surprisingly good deal. Just, it's not as good a deal as it USED to be... youtu.be/iw7fIWohbqg #tech #technology #technews #windows11 #laptop #qualcomm #geek #gadgets #youtube #video #review

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My Summer with the Asus Zenbook A16 (was very good)

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 17/09/2026

What the rich learned from the 2008 housing crisis, was they could lean on the middle class and small businesses, and when in a crisis, those businesses and individuals fold, they can scoop up the remnants for pennies on the dollar. Guess what we're in store for again? youtu.be/u8iqKpVSRJg?...

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Costs just raised 40% in 6 days. We likely will not survive this. A note on the economy.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 23/09/2026

Headphones at the intersection of "audiophile" and "repairability". Head(amame) claims their new Pro cans are "buy it for life". Let's check that out! youtu.be/OgXDwJoVUe4 #tech #technews #technology #music #audiophile #headphones #geek #gadgets #audio #video #youtube #review

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Buy-It-For-Life Headphones - Head(amame) Pro Review

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 25/02/2026

Phones are computers, and now phones around $500 have largely passed that threshold I describe as "overkill for daily needs". Testing the new Vivo V70, we can see how it hangs against some PREMIUM expensive devices as a pocket computer! www.patreon.com/posts/by-ben...

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By the Benchmarks: Mid-Ranger Battle with the Vivo V70 and a MYSTERY Competitor! | SomeGadgetGuy

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 27/02/2026

RayNeo has a new pair of Cinema AR Glasses out now! These are the first HDR10 certified glasses, and they're only $250! Here's a quick look! youtube.com/shorts/J1O0z... Why buy a phone for a privacy screen, when you could have your own travel private movie theater?

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RayNeo Air 4 Pro: The First HDR 10 Cinema Glasses, Better Sound, LOWER PRICE! #arglasses

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 02/03/2026

Just like when folks criticize "new" features on iPhones which Androids have had for years, we should be critical of influencers hyping a Samsung feature which a smaller brand pioneered. Horizon lock IS a cool feature (it was a cool feature 5 years ago on a Vivo too)! youtube.com/shorts/QX84C...

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Horizon Lock Video is AMAZING (on a Vivo from FIVE YEARS AGO)!!! #samsung #galaxys26ultra

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 04/03/2026

Seems like tech publications are SUPER anxious about criticizing big brands or AI, but now thanks to that complacency, their monetization is falling off a cliff while AI steals all their traffic. Well played techies! Well played! growtika.com/blog/tech-me...

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Tech Publications Lost 58% of Google Traffic Since 2024 | Growtika

We tracked the organic search traffic of CNET, Wired, The Verge, TechRadar, and six others from early 2024 to today. Combined, they lost 65 million monthly visits.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 10/03/2026

I waited to write my Xiaomi 17 Ultra review until we saw the new Galaxy S26 Ultra. More than just "which device is betterer" in some stupid singular benchmark, I tried to consider "which company's business model would I want to support more". youtu.be/2U8TuDc_BFs

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Review: Best Cameras, But What Else Does It Have?

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 11/03/2026

Free editorial on the Patreon: MacBook Neo: When Apple Defines the Mid-Range... www.patreon.com/posts/152795... Some thoughts on the media's response to the MacBook Neo, and a little snark for you reading pleasure... #tech #technews #technology #apple #macbook #laptop #geek #gadgets #patreon

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MacBook Neo: When Apple Defines the Mid-Range... | SomeGadgetGuy

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 13/03/2026

New Feature Drop for Pixels finally delivered the Desktop Mode, but how much has it REALLY improved over the last five years? Let's take a quick look back, and see if an Android phone really can replace your PC! youtu.be/KJMgCQ_Fyyc #tech #technology #technews #android #geek #gadgets #video #review

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Pixel Feature Drop: Welcome to Your New Desktop Mode!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 14/03/2026

Digg WAS back. A lot of us were excited, but after a couple weeks, the team at Digg just pulled the plug. No warning, no consideration for moderator efforts, just nuked the whole thing. I DEFINITELY had some thoughts... Free editorial on the Patreon www.patreon.com/posts/digg-c...

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Digg: Copycatting and a Crisis of Consistency | SomeGadgetGuy

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 18/03/2026

Tech IS politics. He's one of the most effective politicians of the modern age. Apple pours money into marketing and lobbying efforts, has tremendous influence over governments, and appeals against regulations. Apple is a political bully. Tim Cook is a liar. www.businessinsider.com/tim-cook-res...

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'I'm not political': Tim Cook responds to backlash against his relationship with the Trump administration

Tim Cook discussed his political stance on "Good Morning America," saying he focuses on policy over politics.

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Anshel Sag @anshelsag.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

I'm not sure what's crazier, how busy the gear store is or how expensive this sweater with Jensen Huang is. Or maybe the 5090 line that starts at 3am.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 13/02/2026

Can a PHONE camera be worthy of the Leica red dot? www.patreon.com/posts/xiaomi... Patreon exclusive: Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition Real Camera Review is LIVE! Let's spend a half hour looking at some photo and video samples!

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Real Camera Review: Worthy of the Leica Red Dot? | SomeGadgetGuy

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 16/02/2026

I have to take a sick day from the podcast today. My voice is shot. But I did TWO podcasts this week to help fill in the gap! Yesterday, had a chat about wacky acrobat robots and AI in movies with the Tech Disruptors Podcast: www.youtube.com/live/7aodJpf...

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Episode 6/26: Three Tech Amigos!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 16/02/2026

And I had a great chat with Average Dad Tech about tech influencers, fancy new batteries, and the phone import business. youtube.com/live/9vDYRuD... Enjoy! And have a GREAT start to your tech week!

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A Nerdy Phone Chat with @AverageDadOfficial: Imports, Mobile Cameras, and Fancy Phone Batteries

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 19/02/2026

And just for fun, folks on my Patreon got a slightly extended rant on influencers and battery tech. CRANKY RANT! www.patreon.com/posts/vivo-v...

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Vivo V70 Smartphone Review: Maybe you don't need the Elite? | SomeGadgetGuy

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Farhan Tajuddin (FAT8893) @fat8893.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

I didn't realized there have been new things brewing up over here. I first noticed the reply section now mimics Reddit style, and there's now the ability to go Live. Interesting.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 04/02/2026

The Shot on Android community on Digg has just passed 100 members! digg.com/shot-on-andr... It's fun celebrating little milestones for communities. If you like playing with the cameras on your phone, I hope you'll check it out. Share some fun captures from your Android cameras!

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Shot on Android Reaches 100 Members! | Shot on Android!

I'm so happy to see people posting and contributing to this little community! As Digg is maturing, these milestones are fun to celebrate, and I'm always happy to find more folks who appreciate this ...

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 07/02/2026

youtu.be/IKIZgePKA5A Xiaomi helped usher in some incredible phone camera tech. Few companies have delivered as consistently in the mobile camera space. Is the 17 Ultra really delivering an upgrade over previous Ultras? Let's take a look back at how we got here, and what the 17 Ultra can deliver!

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition: Is this REALLY Phone Camera Progress?

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 17/01/2026

Your phone is crazy powerful. It just needs some better hardware to USE all that power! youtu.be/4fAteJ-zkEc The new NexDock looks a little lacking on paper, but I think I like this experience better than the last model... #android #tech #technology #technews #review #video #youtube #PC

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Your Phone COULD Be Your Laptop, But is This New NexDock an Upgrade?

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 21/01/2026

There's NO reason why a decent mid-range phone couldn't be someone's main desktop or laptop. The NexPhone is a mid-range rugged phone which connects to a monitor to be a Debian or Windows 11 PC! youtu.be/qfY5t6N8YxM Phones are computers. I ramble about that a lot. This phone is LITERALLY that!

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NexPhone Hands On! The Android Phone Which is ALSO a Linux AND Windows PC!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 22/01/2026

My "fave" replies are from folks who DESPERATELY need to tell me this idea is worthless. "Maybe some day it will work when we can get REAL operating systems, and not this MOBILE garbage..." I mute all of them, because really, who needs that level of entitled weaponized ignorance in their lives.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 29/01/2026

I really thought we would have moved on by now, but I'm still getting requests to review USB drives based on a "standard" that doesn't really exist. youtu.be/Y_OCsYdSQ4k Moving forward, I'll only use USB4 ports, and show that you can only get HALF the speed advertised by the manufacturer...

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We can just admit that USB SSD speeds are basically lies now, right?

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 31/01/2026

My "favorite" is being subscribed to my friend's YouTube channel (TK Bay), and I've SMASHED THAT BELL, and I KNOW he put out a video yesterday, but I got no notification AND it's not in my subscription feed. Youtube is actively working AGAINST creators.

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 01/02/2026

Building a smartphone photography community for Android users on Digg. You should share some photos! digg.com/shot-on-andr...

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Shot on Android! Community | Digg

A Photo Sharing Community For Folks With Droids!

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Farhan Tajuddin (FAT8893) @fat8893.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Since my Reddit account got banned and won't be recovered despite multiple disputes, it's a good time I tried out the rebirth Digg. I already tested it while using Desktop Mode on my LG Wing, and I'm surprised how already usable it is on a large screen.

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まおだむ @toufu30.bsky.social · 09/03/2024

呪術廻戦好きな方大歓迎です！！たくさん呪術のお話し出来たら嬉しいのでよろしくお願いします！ #コスプレイヤーさんと繋がりたい #カメラマンさんと繋がりたい

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 25/10/2025

My old work laptop is too old to get an update to Windows 11. Funnily enough, my daughter's school laptop runs Ubuntu, and it's a LOT less powerful than my old work machine. Looks like it's time to swap the operating system and give her an upgrade! somegadgetguy.com/2025/10/24/r...

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Reviving My Ten-Year-Old Razer Blade Laptop! So Long Windows 10…

It’s OLD, but it still works! I have a lot of fond memories using the laptop, traveling, and producing content. It’s too old for me now, and Microsoft cut off updates for Windows 11. It…

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 05/11/2025

It's like living in the future! I'm 72 hours into using the vivo X300 Pro, and it's already one of the best phones of 2026. www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFFs... #tech #technology #technews #review #geek #gadgets #smartphone #google #android #video #youtube

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Vivo X300 Pro: One of the Best Phones of 2026 is HERE NOW!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 06/11/2025

Rugged tech is so much fun! RuggOn makes a MONSTER of a Windows tablet. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VElM... I hope we see more of these ideas in consumer grade gadgets. #tech #technology #technews #review #gadgets #geek #windows #tablet #video #youtube

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RuggON Sol 7 Windows Tablet: Rugged is Fun!

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 09/09/2025

It's clear YouTube has been reworking algorithms to devalue the relationship between creators and audiences. They want the same mindless open scrolling that TikTok has. ANOTHER YT channel discussing this openly... www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5-b...

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Obligatory "YouTube is Broken" Video

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Juan Carlos Bagnell @somegadgetguy.com · 09/09/2025

Of course Phone specs still matter. It’s silly to argue otherwise. somegadgetguy.com/2025/09/09/o... From a hardcore mobile junky, there's a LOT of information consumers are missing on their mobile devices, and it's probably costing them a lot in the long run... #tech #gadgets #android #smartphone

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Of course Phone specs still matter. It’s silly to argue otherwise.

Your phone is a computer. It’s a small computer that fits in your pocket. After years of refining, we should expect our pocket computers to be capable of accomplishing more work (and play) with eve…

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