Mercedes-Benz to introduce door-to-door navigation with Apple Watch

Mercedes-Benz aims to create intelligent  and intuitive integration between Apple Watch and Mercedes-Benz vehicles with its new MB Companion App.

The MB Companion App allows Mercedes-Benz costumers to search for directions on the Apple Watch or on iPhone initiating a complete door-to-door experience. A seamless integration unfolds: giving walking directions to the car on the Apple Watch, driving directions on the vehicle navigation system and again walking directions on the Apple Watch from the car to the final destination.

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Pebble Time set to start shipping to backers on May 27

Pebble has announced that it expects to start shipping the first models of the Pebble Time on May 27th, which means that the company has somewhat delivered on a May shipping promise for early backers but this means most will likely get their new watches in mid to late June.

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Video: Event footage and demos from the Asus Zenfone 2 launch in New York

Video by Maarten Heilbron

Maarten Heilbron was on hand in New York for Asus's big North American launch event for the Zenfone 2 which is now available in North America including Canada. The video focuses on the finer points of the launch as well as some hands-on time with the Zenfone 2 and many of its features including its camera and ZenMotion gesture control on screen. Maarten also covers some of the intriguing accessories that round out Asus' impressive contract-free flagship offering.

Review: LG G4

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The LG G4 is speedy and offers lag-free performance even when running more demanding games and apps as well as more complex camera and video features. Battery life is quite good, requiring a charge every other day with moderate use.

2015 has been an outstanding year for smartphones. Manufacturers have certainly upped their game in terms of features, battery life, design and materials. One could almost say that there are no bad flagship smartphones out there, and while some newer models may seem  like iterative takes on last year’s models, few will fall short of most user’s needs and wants.

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