A somewhat curious report out of Germany claims that Apple hasn’t abandoned work on developing its own branded car. Even more bizarre, though, is a tidbit that Apple’s long-rumored electric car may not be a car at all, but rather an electric van.

Originally posted in the German-language Manager Magazin, the report claims that Apple has been busy working on van prototypes as it continues to expend R&D resources investigating a wide array of auto-related components, from battery technology to advanced electric motors.

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Apple’s self-driving car might be a lot different than we think originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 18:35:33 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The smartphone wars are only going to get more interesting this year, especially now that Samsung’s Galaxy S10 is official. The Korean giant confirmed almost all the rumors that preceded the Unpacked press conference, but that doesn’t make the Galaxy S10 and its variants any less impressive.

From design to new features to software, the phone is decidedly more interesting than its predecessor. And the fact that Samsung’s biggest Android rival is already trolling the Galaxy S10 series is proof of that.

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Huawei trolls Galaxy S10 with a feature it copied from the iPhone originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 18:04:42 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As electric vehicles gain traction in just about every form, the line between true “cars” and other alternative forms of transportation continues to blur. Citroën is perfectly fine with that, and its all-electric Ami One is an almost-car that you can drive even if you don’t have a license.

The two-seater looks a lot like some of the other quirky electric concepts we’ve seen over the past half decade or so, but the company is positioning it as a shareable vehicle akin to electric scooters which have begun to take over large cities.

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You can drive this tiny electric vehicle without a license originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 17:33:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When you consider the latest global smartphone marketshare data from Gartner, which highlights a protracted industry slump in terms of handset sales, it starts to put things in perspective — Samsung, for example, deciding it needs to dramatically shake things up and give something new a try, like a foldable phone.

Gartner’s newly released data shows, among other things, that global smartphone sales was essentially flat during the recent holiday quarter — up just 0.1 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2017, with 408.4 million units shipped.

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Ahead of MWC next week, new data illustrates global smartphone slowdown originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 17:06:58 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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To say that NASA bet big on U.S. companies Boeing and SpaceX to provide solutions for manned spaceflight would be a colossal understatement. The space agency basically put all its eggs in two baskets, and neither of them seem to be capable of staying on track, with countless delays, setbacks, and the cost overruns that accompany them.

As Reuters reports, NASA’s recent rundown of “key risk items” heavily features the manned spaceflight hardware currently being worked on by SpaceX and Boeing, and warns that additional delays are likely in the cards. According to a source that spoke to Reuters, as many as 35 issues have been highlighted by NASA’s advisory panel, and addressing those problems will potentially push both companies even farther off schedule.

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NASA’s confidence in SpaceX and Boeing may be wavering originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 16:43:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Uber and Lyft always seem to be keeping pace with one another, whether its on prices or features, which is why we weren’t too surprised to learn this week that Lyft is introducing a new carpool option called “Shared Saver.” Much like Uber’s Express Pool option, Shared Saver offers rides at cheaper prices, providing you’re willing to wait a few extra minutes for a match and walk to meet your driver rather than have them come straight to you.

There is one major benefit to Shared Saver (other than the lower prices), as Lyft says that these rides will never be affected by surge pricing. In theory, any ride from one specific destination to another should be almost exactly the same price with Shared Saver, no matter what time of day or what the weather’s like.

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If you’re willing to walk, you can take advantage of Lyft’s ‘most affordable ride’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 16:20:54 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rumor has it Apple’s new AirPower wireless charging pad will finally be released at some point this year and you know what? We don’t even care anymore. Apple first showed it off all the way back in 2017 and it has been vaporware ever since. If and when it actually does hit store shelves, it’s definitely going to be painfully overpriced. If you want to charge your iPhone and your Apple Watch at the same time with a single device, you don’t have to wait another minute. Just pick up the brand new Anker PowerWave+ Pad with Watch Holder on Amazon and you’re good to go!

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• Optimized Charging: Provides a full 7.5W wireless charge for iPhone, faster than other wireless chargers.
• Flip it Up: Fold down the watch stand for easy storage, or flip up to obtain the perfect angle for the Apple Watch’s Nightstand Mode.
• Case Friendly: Charges phones through most protective cases (keys, metal objects, or credit cards will interfere with charging).
• Certified Safe: Works safety and flawlessly with all Qi-compatible wirelessly-charged phones.
• What You Get: PowerWave+ Pad with Watch Holder, Quick Charge wall charger, PowerLine micro USB cable (6 ft), our worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service (1 m Apple Watch charging cable not included).

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The new Anker PowerWave+ Pad wirelessly charges your iPhone and Apple Watch at the same time originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 15:57:51 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One of the biggest movies in the world right now has already surpassed half a billion dollars at the box office in China without even having completed its second week of release yet. That puts the movie, Wandering Earth, on par with some of the biggest big screen titles to emerge from the US in recent years, like Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War.

The movie, a sci-fi epic that tells the story of people trying to save earth from being destroyed by the sun, is already the second-highest grossing film in China ever. Which should explain why Netflix just snatched it up, in a deal that will introduce the film to an even wider audience via the popular streaming giant.

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We’re got good news and better news for all you iPhone XR users out there. The good news is that Apple finally released an official battery case for the phone! It’s a great new version that improves the older Smart Battery Cases in a bunch of key ways, and it’s perfect if you’re willing to spend $129. And now for the better news: if you’d rather get a much less expensive battery case that still has even more capacity than Apple’s pricey option, we found one that’s perfect. Definitely check out the Elebase iPhone XR Battery Case on Amazon, which costs a small fraction of what you’ll pay for Apple’s case.

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• EXTEND BATTERY LIFE — The 5000mAh rechargeable battery case provides up to 120% extra battery capacity whenever you need it, giving you the power to do more. With a series of four LEDs on the rear side, you can easily keep tabs on battery power of the case. Never worry about power again!
• USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN — The product is easy to attach with a slide-and-lock design and you don’t even need to remove the case to plug in your Lightning headphones or sync up your phone with a computer. Furthermore, you can also use this case with any magnetic mount as built-in magnets will hold your phone in place.
• ULTIMATE PROTECTION — By utilizing a more rugged design than other battery cases on the market, this battery case features a rigid plastic shell and raised bezel, to provide your iPhone with added protection against drops and hard falls.
• CHARGE WITH CONFIDENCE — Built-in fail-safe circuitry and temperature protection prevents over-charging and overheating. Besides, The first-class lithium-ion polymer cells also guarantee the most efficient charge for your device.
• WARRANTY — We back this iPhone battery case with one year warranty and friendly after-sale customer service. Please don’t hesitated to reach out if there is any problem for your order 🙂

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You should probably get this $24 iPhone XR battery case instead of Apple’s $129 case originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 15:11:34 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Zebras are one of nature’s most interesting creations. They’re like horses, only they have a distinct pattern and colors that are unlike just about any other species. Their stripped coats have been the subject of much scientific debate over the years, with a number of proposed theories attempting to explain its advantages.

You might remember being told in school that zebras have stripes because it makes it harder for predators to pick out one animal to chase, or that the patterns are unique to each animal and act like an identification for others in the group. Now, a new study suggests that the stripes may have a different purpose entirely.

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Science might have finally figured out why zebras have stripes originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 21 Feb 2019 at 14:48:41 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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