Skype updates Windows Phone 8 app with new look and list filters

The new 2.9 version of Skype for Windows Phone 8 revamps its look and splits Windows Phone contacts and Skype contacts. The new Home Screen lets you easily pivot through the app’s functions and features smaller Favorite Contact tiles to make scrolling through your list easier. Meanwhile, the People List Filter allows you to either view all your contacts, your Skype contacts, or only those who are online.

You can download the updated version from the Windows Phone Store. 

LG's G2 photos and video leaked before launch

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

LG's big smartphone release of 2013 is the G2 which is the successor to last year's accomplished but tepid LG Optimus G. The device is slated to be revealed tomorrow in New York but the video above gives away what the device looks like and some of the features and functionality. Hit jump for more photos of the LG G2.

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Twitter introduces login verification and photo galleries

iOS and Android Twitter users are getting an update with new features including a new kind of two-factor authentication, gallery view for photos, improved list section, and other bug fixes and improvements. The new optional login verification allows you to approve login requests directly from the mobile app without relying on text messages.

You can find out how to activate login verification and more information about the new features here.

Vdio comes to Canada

Rdio’s online video service, Vdio, is making its way to Canada after its official US and UK launch last June. It allows to buy, rent, and share your favorite shows and movies with friends and discover new things to watch.

You can try Vdio out on the Web or download the iPad app.