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Apple iPhone 6c, 7 Rumors: Early 2016 Release of 4-inch iPhone Predicted by Respected Analyst

Apple may have a new iPhone coming, and sooner than you might think. Apple may have a new iPhone coming, and sooner than you might think. According to a report released by KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who has a track record of successfully predicting what the Cupertino giant is planning on, Apple will release a new, smaller iPhone in the first half of 2016.

Is Twitter's Diversity Problem the Root of its Growth Problem? One Ex-Engineer Thinks So

In August, Twitter released a diversity report outlining how little diversity there is at the company, along with a set of goals to increase the presence of underrepresented voices in the company that could be described either as modest, or outright disappointing.

Volkswagen Emissions Scandal Update: Company Admits 800,000 More Vehicles Have Emissions Issues

The newly revealed problems could cost an additional $2.2 billion. Volkswagen (VW) on Tuesday added 800,000 additional vehicles to its list of models affected by emissions irregularities.

Apple iPhone 6s vs Samsung Galaxy S6: Sales Numbers Show Galaxy S6 Weaker than Expected

If you're wondering how Samsung is doing in the ongoing "Apple vs Samsung" battle, some recent market research figures suggest the Korean smartphone manufacturer's 2015 flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S6, isn't doing well against Apple's competing iPhone 6s.

Sprint Inks Deal With Cuba for International Wireless Roaming

Sprint announced this week that it has signed an agreement to introduce wireless roaming in Cuba. As the hermetic island nation continues to open itself to U.S. trade and commerce, Sprint's deal with Cuba's state-run telecommunications company marks a historic first, as well as a smart move by Sprint CEO Marcelo Claure.

Twitter Features: Favorite Stars to Be Replaced by Like Hearts

Twitter hopes to be less confusing. Twitter announced Tuesday it is getting rid of the "favorite" star and switching to a "like" heart in a move that the company hopes will make things less confusing for users of the social media service.

Google X News: Drone Delivery Could Start as Early as 2017

Google wants to start drone deliveries as soon as possible. Google wants to start delivering products with drones by as early 2017, despite the fact the Federal Aviation Administration has not yet developed a set of rules and regulations on commercial drones.

Colin Kaepernick Contract: San Francisco 49ers Can Save $100 Million If They Release Quarterback

Colin Kaepernick is regressing, and has now been benched for Blaine Gabbert. The 49ers may choose to release him this offseason.

Apple Watch: Smartwatch to Be Discounted by $50 With Purchase of iPhone

This is a rare discount from Apple Apple is offering a nice discount on the Apple Watch, but it comes with a catch and is for a limited time only. Apple will allow customers to purchase an Apple Watch for $50 less than its retail price, as long as they buy it with the new iPhone 6s, CNet reports.

T-Mobile Coverage: Wireless Carrier to Offer Free Mini Tower to Improve Indoor Reception

T-Mobile says customers will get full bars with the tower T-Mobile wants their customers to get better service while they are inside their homes. To make this happen, the wireless carrier is offering a free device that will help subscribers achieve "full-bar" coverage indoors.

US States Adopting 'Inclusive' Immigration Reform Seeing Improvements in Economy, Education, Workforce

Based on the latest research data, a nonprofit organization recognized that U.S. states are increasingly becoming more aware of pro-immigrant benefits and not waiting for Congress to act.

Javier Garcia Engineers Connections Between Culture, Entertainment, and Technology

This September, Comcast updated X1 with software designed specifically for bicultural Latinos. Dubbed "X1 en Español," it introduced a Spanish-language version the X1 interface, featuring voice control in Spanish, and the X1's voice recognition can now understand a broad range of Latino accents.

Social Media Sunday: Facebook's Week of Tweaks, Snapchat's Halloween Lenses

This week in social media, Facebook rolled out, experimented with, or otherwise promised a slew of changes to its platform, policies and mobile apps. Meanwhile, Twitter got hit on Wall Street again and Snapchat rolled out its first Halloween-themed sponsored "lenses." It's time for Social Media Sunday!

Smartphone Sales: Slowest Growth in 6 Years For Smartphones

Smartphones are hitting more markets, meaning most people already have one Smartphone sales are really slowing down and last quarter's growth should be the slowest in about six years, according to new analytics reports.

Top Tech Gifts of 2015: Best Buy Reveals Top Tech Gifts and Trends For Holidays

Apple is a popular brand on consumers' holiday lists This holiday season, some of the best technology gifts are from Apple, Samsung and Bose. Electronics retailer Best Buy searched for the top 15 tech gifts and trends with the help of a national survey, according to Business Wire.

Black Friday 2015 News: REI Closing its Doors on Shopping Day

In an unprecented move, REI has decided not to open its doors to customers on Black Friday this year. Instead, the outdoor gear and sporting goods retailer will encourage consumers and its employees to spend the day after Thanksgiving outside, or at least doing something else besides shopping.

US Senate Approves Two-Year Budget Deal; Bill Goes to Obama

The U.S. Senate passed a two-year budget deal early Friday morning that raises funding levels and suspends the nation's debt limit until March 2017. The approval of the bipartisan bill also prevents a U.S. default next week and a potential government shutdown in December.

Latinas Think Big Launches Startup Communities to Catalyze Latina Entrepreneurial Culture

Latinas Think Big is taking a crack at the diversity in startups problem by launching startup communities, designed for Latinas, across the country.

Republican Debate 2015 CNBC Review: Latinos, Groups React to Winners, Losers of GOP Debate

Latinos are responding to the third Republican presidential debate -- the winners, losers and how it reflected on the electorate.

T-Mobile Tries to Catch Up With AT&T and Verizon by Expanding 4G Coverage

T-Mobile says they can reach as many customers as their rivals T-Mobile wants to catch up to Verizon and AT&T and to do so the wireless carrier is expanding its 4G coverage.
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