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Apple: iOS to require explicit permission for contact data in 'future software release'

By Dieter Bohn on February 15, 2012 02:04 pm + 123 comments

Following a full week of drama about the unfettered access all apps have to iOS contacts, Apple has Continue reading…
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The Verge Mobile Podcast, live at 2:30PM ET / 7:30PM GMT!

By Chris Ziegler on February 15, 2012 02:02 pm + 7 comments

And we're back! We needed to delay yesterday's podcast for a spell — but just because we didn't Continue reading…
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Bluetooth-connected Beam toothbrush helps you brush better

By Andrew Webster on February 15, 2012 01:37 pm + 17 comments

There are already app-and-gadget-combos that help you take good care of your body, and soon there Continue reading…
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HTC Sensation and Sensation XE to get limited 'early access preview' of Android 4.0 in Europe

By Chris Ziegler on February 15, 2012 01:14 pm + 12 comments

We've just received word from HTC that it'll be releasing what it's billing as an "early access Continue reading…
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Congress sends Apple letter filled with questions about iOS address book privacy

By T.C. Sottek on February 15, 2012 12:39 pm + 70 comments

The iOS address book row is no longer just a tempest in the internet's teapot: members of the US Continue reading…
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Swiss janitor satellites will clean up space

By Adi Robertson on February 15, 2012 12:20 pm + 33 comments

Since our first forays into space, we've been leaving behind bits of debris: rocket stages, Continue reading…
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Windows Phone 'Tango' screenshots leak, reveal MMS improvements and memory limitations

By Tom Warren on February 15, 2012 11:57 am + 106 comments

Screenshots of an alleged Windows Phone "Tango" build leaked to the internet today and demonstrate a Continue reading…
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NPR Music iOS app updated with iPad support, will stream exclusive concert by The Shins on March 7th

By Nathan Ingraham on February 15, 2012 11:33 am + 21 comments

Almost two years after launching an NPR Music app for the iPhone and iPod touch, NPR has just Continue reading…
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Motorola Android 4.0 upgrade schedule released, many have a long wait ahead

By Dante D'Orazio on February 15, 2012 11:12 am + 279 comments

Motorola has just updated its large chart with its Android 4.0 upgrade plans, including specifics on Continue reading…
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Kobo Vox e-reader heading to Best Buy stores

By Laura June on February 15, 2012 10:52 am + 6 comments

Kobo has announced that its Vox e-reader will now be sold at physical Best Buy stores. The 7-inch, Continue reading…