The Tilt stand lets you use your smartphone without removing it. Photo: Tilt

It’s pretty difficult to use your smartphone while it’s standing vertically. That’s why when we place our phones on a dock or stand, we tend to neglect them until they’re done charging. Challenging this habit are the makers of the Tilt stand, who seem to think you should be able to use your phone while it’s getting juiced.

Samsung’s new Note is coming. Photo: Samsung

Samsung’s Unpacked event is about to kick off live from New York City, and fans of the Galaxy Note series are going to watch to tune in. We’re expecting the new Galaxy Note 5 to make its debut alongside the Galaxy S6 edge+ — and possibly even more.

Watch the whole thing live right here, right now!

Fallout Shelter is finally here. Photo: Bethesda

Fallout Shelter, the hit mobile game from Bethesda, is finally available on Android, giving fans of the franchise the opportunity to live out the next few months in an ever-expanding subterranean cave while they await the release of Fallout 4 on consoles this October.

Haptic feedback is a major component in this new technology invented at the University of Tokyo. Photo: Shinoda Lab

HaptoClone is a new creation from researchers in the Shinoda Lab at the University of Tokyo that can let you practically feel what isn’t actually in front of you. It at least gives you the illusion that you’re feeling it. The technology is trippy in theory, but in practice it very well may lead to a more personal level of communication through our smartphones and computers – or dare I say more intimate.

Moto X Pure Edition is coming soon. Photo: Motorola

The new Moto X Pure Edition, or Moto X Style for international customers, is set to go on sale on Thursday, September 3. The device will be priced at $399 off-contract, and buyers get a whole lot for their money.