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But can a gadget that small really help you manage your communication and information needs? 6 Creative Uses for an Old Smartphone You'd be surprised at some of the new tricks your old cellphones and smartphones can do. Brainwaves and 'Emotional ID' Could Replace Passwords and PINs "Brainprint" technology could replace fingerprint scans, and a Romanian scientist reportedly can judge whether you're in the right emotional state to be granted access. New MIT Headset Can 'Hear' Your Thoughts and Respond In-ear Tech Aims to Translate Spoken Foreign Language in Real Time 5 Ways to Donate Your Old Smartphone or Cell Phone to Charity Advertisement Trending in Electronics News 'Hour of Code' Demystifies Computer Programming for Kids December 9, 2019 How to Fake a GPS Location on Your Phone November 25, 2019 People Still Use Fax Machines, But, Um, Why? November 21, 2019 Family Tech There's a gadget for every family member, Mom and Dad included. 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Explore the possibilities. How Alan Turing and His Test Became AI Legend 10 Intriguing Facts About Elon Musk Deepfake Videos Are Getting Scary Good Gadgets "Gadget" is a catch-all word these days for nifty devices. We've covered the basics, such as clocks & watches, plus delved into the world of present-day and future high-tech gadgets, such as digital jewelry and restaurant pagers. People Still Use Fax Machines, But, Um, Why? How Rolex Came to Rule the Wrist New MIT Headset Can 'Hear' Your Thoughts and Respond Games & Gear Video games have come of age as an entertainment medium and the technology continues to mature. Learn about how your favorite video game consoles work, and see what's on the gaming horizon. The Super Mario Quiz The Candy Crush Quiz Noob or Not? How Much Do You Know About Fortnite? Home Audio & Video Home audio and video setups are as individual as the people who own them. At its most basic, a home theater includes a TV, some speakers and an audio/video source. 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