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Social Media Saturday: Facebook's Hoax-Killing Machine & Google+ Still Exists (No Hoaxing), But Barely

This week in social media, Facebook began cracking down on hoaxes, Twitter launched a new feature for infrequent iOS users, and -- this just in -- Google+ still exists!

Surface RT Tablet Specs: Surface RT Will Receive Upgrade That Gives Some Windows 10 Functionality

Many wonder if the Windows 10 subset update will only for the Surface RT/2 devices. Despite Microsoft's Executive Vice President of Operating Systems Terry Myerson saying at Microsoft's Windows 10 event that the Surface RT would be getting Windows 10, that is not the case, reports Paul Thurrott, founder of SuperSite for Windows.

NHL All-Star Weekend 2015: Players to Be Equipped With GoPro

Players will wear cameras to live broadcast the game The NHL plans to allow GoPro to strap some of their wearable cameras to players during the All Star Skills Challenge Jan.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Update Release Date for Samsung Galaxy S5 Rumors: Lollipop OTA Looks Imminent, Given Recent Developments

Is the Samsung Galaxy S5 in the U.S. going to get its (Android 5.0) Lollipop soon? All signs point to yes.

Why Pope Francis is Urging Families to Put Down Their Phones

His holiness is pleading with families to put aside their iPhones and Twitter feeds and simply learn to talk to one another again.

Scientists Successfully Administer Drugs to Mice Using Tiny Self-Destructing Micromotor Machines

It may sound like something from a science fiction movie: tiny medical nanobots propelling through the body taking tissue samples, performing surgical repairs or delivering drugs. For the first time, however, researchers at the University of California, San Diego tested such devices on animals and successfully administered zinc-based, acid-powered, self-destructing micromotors inside living mice.

Galaxy Note 4 vs iPhone 6 Specs: Samsung Releasing Faster Version of Phablet Version With Better Camera Than Apple iPhone 6 Plus

Samsung called the Galaxy Note 4 the "single best big phone you can buy in 2014." Now, the company is trying to make the phone even better. A new version, to debut this week in South Korea, of the Galaxy Note 4 will make the phablet (phone/tablet) even faster, especially its LTE speeds.

Apple Watch Release Date Rumors: Battery Life Goal for Smartwatch Revealed, But Is It Enough?

Apple is considering a smartwatch that will provide 3.5 hours for continuous use of standard apps, 2.5 hours of continuous use for intense applications like games and four hours of background fitness tracking.

Best iPhone Cases & Accessories: Show Your Vote for President With These Cases

Maybe you already have a personal favorite for the White House gig. If so, it's never too early to start campaigning. And what better billboard to voice your political preferences on that the back of your smartphone, which we carry around anywhere we go anyway.

HoloLens vs Glass vs Oculus: Three Reasons Microsoft's Headset Is Poised to Succeed

On Wednesday, Microsoft unveiled a sneak peak at Windows 10, along with several reasons to believe the company has been refreshed and reinvigorated under its new CEO Satya Nadella. One of those reasons is the Microsoft Hololens.

OkCupid Tips, Tricks & More: How to Delete Old Messages and Create New Space in the Online Dating App

Save yourself headaches with this handy tip for OkCupid. OkCupid users have been there before; they're messaging people, going about their business, only to run into a roadblock: Their inbox is suddenly full, and they're no longer able to send or receive messages.

'The Sims 4' Cheats: Codes for Free Mansions, New identities, Giant Toilets and More

The "Sims 4" creators have included a few cheats that allow players to cut corners and make their Sims' lives that much easier. In order to take advantage of those magic options, one simply needs to open a text box and enter a command.

Gamer Gets to End of Super Mario World in Less Than 6 Minutes Using Glitch: Super Nintendo Video Game Cheat Sets Record [Watch]

Speed-running through a game eliminates all the need for time-consuming video game sessions. For example, one YouTube user has successfully beaten Super Mario World for Super Nintendo in just minutes.

TAG Heur Executive Changes Tune, Praises Apple Watch: Swiss Watch Brand to Make First Smartwatch With Help From Silicone Valley, California

The Swiss have always made good watches, but they have not been able to produce a smartwatch. Now, one Swiss watchmaker is changing his mind on Apple's upcoming smartwatch.

Windows 10 for Phones Release Date: Features to Include Apps That Connect to Your PC, Skype While Texting and More

Windows 10 will be coming to Windows smartphones. The new operating system (OS) wants to be a versatile OS that can be used on multiple platforms (computers, tablets and phones). Until a further announcement is made it seems like Microsoft wants to call it "Windows 10 for phones." The features added to Windows 10 will play nicely on phones. Let's take a look at a roundup of all the features Microsoft previewed at CES 2015.

Windows 10 Free, Release Date & Preview: Microsoft Virtual Assistant Cortana Coming to PC Desktops

What sets the Windows Phone apart from competiting smartphones is Cortana, Microsoft's digital assistant that reminds of Google Now and Apple's Siri. Now the company is unifying the experience between all of its products by incorporating the "Halo"-inspired voice in Windows 10 for the desktop.

LG G3 vs. Moto X Comparison: Price, Specs, Pros and Cons You Need to Know

Here’s our breakdown of how the LG G3 stacks up against the Moto X. Here's our breakdown of how the LG G3 stacks up against the Moto X. Pros and Cons of the LG G3: The LG G3 has a slightly larger display with a pixel density advantage of 110ppi, which means a brighter and more colorful screen.

Galaxy Tab S vs. Nexus 7 Comparison: Price, Pros and Cons, and Specs You Need to Know

Here’s our breakdown of how the Galaxy Tab S stacks up against the Nexus 7. Here's our breakdown of how the Galaxy Tab S stacks up against the Nexus 7.

Best PS4 Apps: Stream Personal Media to PS4, PS3 With 'Plex' Media Center App

The company raised $10 million from Kleiner Perkins last year with the intention of taking on iTunes.

SpaceX Receives $1B from Google and Fidelity to Develop Space-Based Internet

New Internet system will use satellites in space SpaceX will try to help more people throughout the world get Internet, and they will do it from space.