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Will your Priv come with wireless charging? Photo: BlackBerry

Will your Priv come with wireless charging? Photo: BlackBerry

Wouldn’t it be annoying if you bought a smartphone with wireless charging, only to find out it didn’t have wireless charging?

That’s what some BlackBerry Priv owners are experiencing in certain markets, because it turns out that for some inexplicable reason, not all models have wireless charging capabilities.

Google Maps goes offline. Photo: Google

Google Maps goes offline. Photo: Google

Google Maps is getting offline navigation to ensure you never get stranded in a strange place when your data connection disappears. Users can download entire areas onto their smartphone, then get turn-by-turn directions even while they’re offline.

The Carrera Connected is pretty and pricey. Photo: TAG Heuer

Connected is pretty and pricey. Photo: TAG Heuer

Just as promised, TAG Heuer today unveiled Connected, its first smartwatch powered by Android Wear. The device is inspired by the iconic Carrera watch, and although it’s not quite as pretty, it is the most expensive Wear watch you can buy.

Samsung's original fitness tracker. Photo: Samsung

Samsung’s original fitness tracker. Photo: Samsung

Samsung is developing a new entry-level fitness tracker that will go head-to-head with the likes of the incredibly popular Xiaomi Mi Band, according to sources familiar with its plans.

The new wearable is expected to be a simpler and substantially more affordable alternative to the company’s new Gear S2 watch aimed at those who want to track their activities.

TAG's Android Wear watch is to be based on the stunning Carrera. Photo: TAG

TAG’s Android Wear watch is to be based on the stunning Carrera. Photo: TAG

TAG Heuer is ready to take on the Apple Watch.

Its first smartwatch, powered by Android Wear and called the Carrera Connected, is set to make its debut later this week, and it will retail for $1,500.

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