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LG's Optimus G followup to feature a Snapdragon 800 CPU

LG and Qualcomm have enjoyed a close relationship for mobile phone chips, and it appears that will continue with the next Optimus G device, which is due in Q3.

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 revisits the FCC with AT&T-native LTE

Yes, we've seen Samsung's Galaxy Mega 6,3 at the FCC before. With its second visit, however, there's something special.

The extra-large phone is back as the SGH-i527, and it's carrying AT&T-native LTE that hints at a probable US carrier deal.

FTC planning to take on patent trolls, hopes to reduce frivolous lawsuits

Sick of endless patent wars yet? According to the New York Times, so is the Federal Trade Commission.

Logitech ships Harmony Ultimate Hub in August for $100, remote not required

To date, home theater mavens who've wanted Logitech's Harmony Ultimate Hub have had to buy it as part of a Harmony Ultimate or Harmony Smart Control bundle -- neither kit being a bargain for viewers with existing gear.

Engadget + gdgt Live is happening in NYC on June 24th, come join us!

What's better than an Engadget reader meetup? An Engadget and gdgt reader meetup! That's right, folks, Engadget + gdgt Live is a mere five days away, and you can (and should) come join us. Doors open on June 24 at 6pm at 82Mercer in Manhattan (the physical address is 76 Mercer Street).

University of Tokyo's fast-tracking camera system could revolutionize sports coverage (video)

Researchers at the University of Tokyo's Ishikawa Oku Lab have been hard at work on a camera system that can track fast moving objects incredibly well, and the technology may change the way sports like baseball and soccer are televised.

Microsoft demos real-time co-authoring for Office Web Apps

With Microsoft's Build developer conference kicking off in just a week, we're frankly surprised the company is choosing to release any news ahead of time. Today, though, the firm posted a video showing some changes to Office Web apps.

SiriusXM internet radio coming to Ford's SYNC AppLink, complete with in-dash controls

Ford said a while back that it wanted more applications with support for voice control inside its vehicles, and slowly but surely the company's getting what it wished for.

Twitter acquires Spindle, a 'news feed for your neighborhood'

Good news for the folks at Spindle came today, as the provider of hyperlocal offers from businesses was acquired by Twitter.

Stratasys to acquire 3D printing company MakerBot for $403 million in stock

Stratasys, an Israeli-based 3D printer and additive manufacturer has just agreed to acquire 3D printing company MakerBot for a proposed amount of $403 million in stock.