It sounds incredibly dystopian, and like a nod to Spike Jonze’s 2013 movie Her, but Viv Labs CEO Dag Kittlaus shared his quirky-sounding vision for the future of gadgets and machines during a discussion this week as part of the Samsung Developer Conference. One day, he imagines, you’re going to make a tech purchase of some kind, take it home, pull it out of the box, plug it in — and it’s just going to start talking to you. Politely, like a friend, in a kind of high-tech superseding of the days when you had to navigate start menus and read instructions. It will just know who you are, what you like (thanks to pre-loaded data), and will ask you what you want to do next.

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This Samsung exec wants gadgets to start talking to us like friends right out of the box originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 21:34:58 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After so many years of building its own phones, Google still struggles with some of the inherent problems that come with making hardware. The days when you couldn’t find a Pixel in stores are long gone, but that doesn’t mean Google has been able to sell boatloads of Pixel phones since launching the first model.

Nevertheless, Google just launched a new generation of devices in more markets than ever, but the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL were plagued by various issues when they came out that Google will fix via software updates . But if you happen to drop the brand new phone, which can cost north of $900, you’re on your own. Google can’t help you, and the same goes for any repair shops that are trained to replace the damaged glass.

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Google isn’t yet ready to repair your Pixel 3’s broken screen originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 20:08:37 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There have been a ton of headlines over the last day or so about Disney’s new streaming service, which will launch next year and host everything from Star Wars and Marvel movies to spin-off TV series that features characters from those entertainment franchises and more. Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger on a conference call earlier this week finally revealed the name of Disney’s video streaming service — Disney+, as well as the fact it will go live about a year from now.

This sets up 2019 to be a super interesting year as far as streaming content providers go, with Netflix perhaps finally having its hands full warding off its strongest competition yet once Disney’s service is up and running.

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Disney is actually building two Netflix rivals – its own service, plus a much bigger Hulu originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 19:06:12 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Late last month, I wrote about an auction for a whole bunch of very cool items once owned by Stephen Hawking. There was a classic bomber jacket, his official script when he made an appearance on The Simpsons, and even some of the medals and awards he won during his incredible science career.

There was also an old wheelchair which the famous thinker used between the late 1980s and mid ’90s. It was a somewhat odd item, if only because it was the only thing on the auction block that related to Hawking’s disability rather than his scientific work, but it still managed to fetch an absolutely astronomical price.

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You honestly won’t believe how much someone paid for Stephen Hawking’s wheelchair originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 18:04:21 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The only thing more beautiful than sitting under string lights in your backyard on a warm summer night is seeing snow collect on them during the winter time. If you want to step up your game and create a true winter wonderland in your backyard ahead of the holidays, today is your lucky day. The top-rated AmazonBasics Weatherproof Outdoor Patio String Lights are on sale right now ahead of Black Friday, with 48-foot strings slashed to just $25. They usually cost $43, so definitely get in on this sale before it sells out.

AmazonBasics Weatherproof Outdoor Patio String Lights G60 Bulb, White, 48-Foot: $24.96

Here are the key details from the product page:

• 48-foot patio string of lights with 15 clear incandescent G60 globe bulbs; SJTW rated for year-round outdoor use
• End-to-end connectable design; male plug with 3-foot lead to first bulb and female connector with 3-foot lead to last bulb
• UL listed; rated for 1440 total watts; safely connect up to 8 48-foot strands for a total of 384 feet of continuous lighting (each string sold separately)
• Each bulb evenly spaced 3 feet apart; 11-watt G60 globe bulb casts a warm glow; E26 medium base, 120V
• White string color; 1 replacement bulb included; backed by an AmazonBasics one-year limited warranty

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Get 48 feet of outdoor string lights for only $25 originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 17:33:55 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We’ve told you in the past about estimates suggesting that your cell phone is going to be bombarded with a ton more spam calls next year. Estimates vary, but the increase is forecasted to mean around half, and maybe more, of all mobile traffic in 2019 will be attributable to such calls.

That’s not to say preparations aren’t being made to fight them. Indeed, T-Mobile today has touted its record over the last 18 months of having blocked 1 billion such spam calls to its customers’ phones, and that its Scam ID and Scam Block technology has helped the so-called Un-carrier flag more than 6 billion calls as “likely” spam.

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T-Mobile has blocked one billion spam calls in the last 18 months originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 17:02:16 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The only thing worse than when you’re feeling sick is when you have a small child that’s feeling sick. In either case, every little annoyance is always amplified, including having to deal with finicky thermometers that are way more complicated and less reliable than they should be. If you want to save yourself a headache (while you probably already have a headache), check out the iHealth Infrared No-Touch Forehead Thermometer. It literally couldn’t be easier to use. Just point it at your forehead or your child’s forehead, press the button, and you have an accurate temperature reading in less than a second.

iHealth Infrared No-Touch Forehead Thermometer for Baby, Kids and Adults,1-Second Instant Read…: $21.59

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• iHealth Thermometer PT3 is an infrared No-Touch forehead thermometer that gives you 1-second testing to know the current body temperature of someone you care.
• High precision: ultra-sensitive infrared sensor measures IR energy emitted from the forehead and collects more than 100 data points per second.
• Fast testing in just 1 second, get reading instantly.
• Safe & Hygienic. No-Touch design, non-invasive measurement.
• Gentle vibration to alert when a reading completed. No annoying beeps.
• Hold. Aim. Press. Only 3 steps to test, easy for self-measurement.
• Readable at night with LED backlit.
• FDA Listed and Medical CE Approved and meets ASTM E19650-98 performance standards.

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The no-touch forehead thermometer with 1-second readings is on sale for the first time originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 16:31:15 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Black Friday 2018 is just two weeks away, which gives you plenty of time to plan for this shopping season, given that most retailers have already released their ads. We saw Best Buy and Walmart reveal their offers just the other day, with Target launching its deals brochure last week. But we’ve got plenty of brand new Black Friday ads to show you from various other online and brick-and-mortar retailers, including Jet, Kmart, Office Depot, and Sears.

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More Black Friday 2018 ads: Jet, Kmart, Office Depot, and Sears originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 15:58:14 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There are thousands of portable chargers on Amazon so it’s difficult to say this with 100% certainty, but we would be the barn that the CHOETECH 5000 mAh Portable Power Bank for Apple Watch and iPhone is the best one on the whole site. This portable charger packs more than enough power to refuel your iPhone multiple times, and it also has a built-in wireless charging disc for your Apple Watch. Capping everything off is the fact that if comes with an awesome charging dock. This way anytime you’re not using it, you can pop it on the dock to make sure it’s all powered up when it’s time to go!

CHOETECH [MFI Certified] 5000mAh Apple Watch Power Bank Magnetic Portable Charger with USB Char…: $49.99

Here are the highlights from the product page:

• 【Apple MFI Certified】: Approved by MFI (PPID: 229515-0072) and made for Apple Watch, compatible with Apple Watch Series 1/ Series 2/ Nike +/ Edition/ Hermès and other 38mm and 42mm Apple Watch.
• 【Charge Apple Watch and Phone Simultaneously】: It is with integrated magnetic charger module for Apple Watch and 1 built-in intelligent USB charging port, which can detect your devices automatically and deliver its fastest charging current at max 2.1A, a good emergency power bank for your iPhone, iPad, Android Smartphones, etc.
• 【Large Battery Capacity】: With built-in 5000mAh rechargeable battery, this power bank could fully charge your Apple Watch approx. 6 times from 0% to 100%. 4 LED Status of charge indicators displays remaining capacity.
• 【Integrated Magnetic Charger】: Built-in integrated magnetic charging module, just place your Apple Watch on the magnetic charge module of power bank and the magnets will align the connectors automatically, then inductive charging begins instantly. An easy and convenient way to charge your Apple Watch.
• 【What You Get】: 1 * Power Bank, 1 * Charging Dock with USB Cable (Attached 38mm Foot Pads), 2 * Silicone Foot Pads (38mm and 42mm), 1 * User Manual, 18-Month Warranty & Friendly Customer Service.

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A single portable power bank can charge your iPhone and Apple Watch on the go originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 15:27:56 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple and Amazon have had something of a contentious relationship over the past few years, but the two tech behemoths recently decided to embark on a new partnership in the name of commerce. According to a new report from CNET, Apple products like the iPhone, the iPad, and the Apple Watch Series 4 will be available for purchase on Amazon’s website in just a few weeks.

Though some Apple products were previously available for purchase on Amazon via third-party sellers, the new deal will bring Apple-authorized sellers into the mix. What’s more, the new agreement will make Apple products on Amazon available across a number of different countries, including the US, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and India.

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Apple strikes a deal to bring the iPhone, Apple Watch, and more to Amazon originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 9 Nov 2018 at 14:56:48 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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