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'Stingray' Spy Devices Are Eavesdropping in Washington, D.C.: Here's How
By Tia Ghose published
Government officials admitted that rogue spying devices are being used in Washington, D.C., to intercept people's cellphone data. What exactly are these devices?

Man Bites Phone Battery, Exploding Battery Wins
By Philip Michaels published
What happens when you bite down on a smartphone battery? The results are fairly shocking.

Can You Photograph the Solar Eclipse with Your Phone or Tablet?
By Calla Cofield published
Can you photograph the phenomenon with my cell phone or tablet? With a few caveats, the answer is "yes."

How US Navy's Futuristic Laser Weapon Uses Old-School Telephone Tech
By Jesse Emspak published
The U.S. Navy's recent demonstration of its new laser weapon, designed to blast enemy drones out of the sky, proves that these systems no longer solely exist in the world of science fiction.

This New Cellphone Uses Such Little Power It Doesn't Need a Battery
By Sarah B. Puschmann published
The battery-free device can stay on 24/7.

No More Glare: 'Moth Eye' Smartphone Coating Doesn't Reflect Sunlight
By Tracy Staedter published
Unusual structures on moth eyes that help the insects see at night have inspired a new anti-reflection film for electronic devices.

Cracked Cellphone Screens Could Soon Be a Thing of the Past
By Leah Rosenbaum published
Researchers have developed a durable and energy-efficient material that could replace today's fragile screens — and might one day even charge your phone's battery.

Spray-On Touch Screens? How to Turn Any Flat Surface into a Touchpad
By Tereza Pultarova published
With just a can of spray paint, researchers can turn flat surfaces of any shape or size into touchpads.
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