What’s happened with the iPhone SE is downright bizarre. For reasons that remain unclear, Apple discontinued the device this past September, essentially leaving iPhone users interested in a more compact form factor with literally zero options. Meanwhile, Apple’s entry-level iPhone XR is closer in size to an iPhone 7 Plus than an iPhone 7. Put simply, Apple has seemingly abandoned a large contingent of users who prefer a device that can easily be managed with one-hand.

For a while, there were quite a few rumors regarding Apple’s plans to introduce a next-gen iPhone SE. Unfortunately, those rumors died down months ago and there hasn’t been any evidence pointing to an iPhone SE 2 hitting store shelves anytime soon. In the meantime, we’ll simply have to make do with iPhone SE 2 concepts until Apple, hopefully, comes to its senses.

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New video highlights the iPhone SE 2 we wish Apple would make originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 18:04:52 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NASA’s Curiosity rover has been exploring Mars for quite some time now, vastly exceeding expectations and already nearly tripling its expected mission length. With the rover still in fine working order, NASA has sent it to a new area after it spent over a year at a location on Mars known as Vera Rubin Ridge.

Now, with the rover on its way to a new location, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory released a stunning 360-degree video that shows the rover’s previous location in stunning detail. Check it out!

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Pretend you’re on Mars with this 360-degree video of the Vera Rubin Ridge originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 17:33:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Save for an optional feature of Pokemon Go, augmented reality has yet to have the kind of impact that many analysts and developers seem to have expected. Conceptually, AR is fascinating — capable of turning your surroundings into an interactive computer screen. But in practice, we’ve yet to see a killer app that truly delivers on the promise of the technology. Thanks to Google, though, we might be one step closer to getting there.

Over the weekend, The Wall Street Journal’s David Pierce shared his thoughts on an upcoming AR navigation feature for Google Maps, which the company announced at Google I/O last May. He doesn’t think it will replace the standard navigation functionality, but he came away impressed with the “early version” he tested.

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Google rolls out augmented reality navigation for select Google Maps users originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 17:02:42 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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All hopes are on Mars to be the next big adventure for mankind, with groups like NASA working hard to make a manned mission to the Red Planet a reality and companies like SpaceX betting big on Earth-to-Mars travel.

SpaceX boss Elon Musk has long promised that living on Mars will be a reality within our lifetimes, even suggesting that he himself might move there at some point in the not-too-distant future. But once all the kinks are ironed out, how much is it going to cost to leave Earth behind and become a full-fledged Martian? Musk thinks he has the answer.

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Elon Musk reveals just how much a ticket to Mars will cost originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 16:37:49 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Activision Blizzard isn’t having the greatest start to the week, dealing as it is with the effects of a protracted sales slump as well as a refund program that’s been announced for Activision’s ill-fated Guitar Hero Live.

The refund is for US consumers who bought the game between December 1, 2017 and January 1, 2019, and while the publisher didn’t say, it’s assumed the refund is a result of the shutdown of the Guitar Hero TV streaming music service in the game. Engadget notes in a piece today that with the shutdown of the game’s streamer, that also culled its library of songs from 484 to just 42 — no doubt frustrating gamers who paid for more songs.

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Woes mount for Activision Blizzard, which is planning layoffs after a sales slump originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 16:14:04 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you’d like a new desk lamp for your home or office and your style is sleek and modern, it really doesn’t get any better than the TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp with Fast Wireless Charger. This combo gadget is a top-notch desk lamp with five different hue modes and seven different brightness settings. But it also has a fast wireless charger built right into the base, so you can refuel your smartphone whenever you want without taking up more space with a dedicated wireless charger.

TaoTronics TT-DL036 LED Desk Lamp with Fast Wireless Charger, 7.5W for iPhone X, Plus, 10W for…: $46.99

Here’s more info from the product page:

• Note: Please remove all metal cases and metal or magnetic objects from the back of your phone prior to wireless charging, as these may overheat and damage your device
• Qi Wireless Fast Charge & Wide Compatibility:Qi Fast Wireless Charging: Integrated with HyperAir wireless charging pad, 7.5W for iPhone X, 8 & 8 Plus, 10W for Galaxy S9, S9+, S8, S7 & Note 8 and All Qi-Enabled Devices
• 5 modes & 7 brightness levels: adjust the light of the wireless charging lamp to meet your eyes’ needs and match your activity
• USB charging port: lets you connect and recharge your smartphone or tablet up to 5V/1A if your device does not support wireless charging
• Conveniently adjustable build: table lamp’s head tilts up to 135 degree and rotates up to 180 degree; and the arm can be tilted up to 150 degree and swivels a full 90 degree
• Time-saving memory function: restores the latest settings so you don’t need to adjust every time

TaoTronics TT-DL036 LED Desk Lamp with Fast Wireless Charger, 7.5W for iPhone X, Plus, 10W for…: $46.99

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This futuristic desk lamp can also wirelessly charge your phone originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 15:51:18 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Marvel’s partnership with Netflix appears to be coming to an unceremonious end. After producing an ambitious series of interconnected, live-action comic book shows — which culminated in the crossover event The Defenders — Netflix canceled Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and Daredevil last fall without any warning or explanation. The Punisher and Jessica Jones are still hanging on for now, but might not be long for this world either.

But with Netflix on its way out of the picture, Marvel has instead opted to strengthen its ties with Hulu, as news comes out of the Television Critics Association winter press tour that four animated series are in the works for the streaming service: Howard the Duck, M.O.D.O.K., Hit-Monkey, and Tigra & Dazzler.

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Marvel announces four animated series for Hulu, including ‘Howard the Duck’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 15:27:59 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When the DxO ONE 20.2MP Digital Connected Camera for iPhone and iPad was first released, it cost a whopping $450. As awesome as it is to have a tiny accessory you can connect to any iPhone or iPad to instantly transform it into a DSLR camera, that’s a lot of cash to part with. Thankfully this terrific camera accessory is much more affordable now than it was at launch, and it’s currently available on Amazon for close to its lowest price ever.

DxO ONE 20.2MP Digital Connected Camera for iPhone and iPad with Wi-Fi (Current Model): $159.99

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• Direct connection to iPhone or iPad via high-speed Lightning connector – large viewfinder, touch control and instant sharing. WiFi connectivity for remote camera controls
• 20.2MP 1″ CMOS-BSI sensor and f/1.8 prime lens (32 mm equiv) – capture details even in extreme low light and take gorgeous portraits with soft bokeh
• Fast shutter speed (to 1/20000 sec), Long Exposures to 30 seconds, high ISO (51200), full HD video (1080p/30, 720p/120)
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery and micro SD card slot (stores high-quality RAW format files; 8GB microSD card included)
• Instantly share your DxO ONE images from your iPhone to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. Battery life – Up to 200 images

DxO ONE 20.2MP Digital Connected Camera for iPhone and iPad with Wi-Fi (Current Model): $159.99

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Jay Brodsky is an Apple customer from California who has a bone to pick with the iPhone maker. He’s not happy with the way the company handles two-factor authentication, being so displeased with everything from the way it’s set up on iDevices to how it works that he’s taken a dramatic step — he’s actually filed a lawsuit against Apple that seeks class action status related to all of his complaints about this extra security layer.

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California man sues Apple because two-factor authentication works the way it’s supposed to originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 14:42:55 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do you really somehow still not have a video doorbell installed at your home? Dude… come on. Forget the fact that simply installing one of these nifty devices makes nefarious types less likely to mess with you, and forget that it makes your life easier by letting you see who’s at your door from anywhere in the world. It’ll also stop package thieves from swiping all the awesome discounted gear you buy based on the BGR Deals team’s recommendation! Amazon just slashed $30 off the price of the Ring Video Doorbell 2, dropping it to its lowest price of the year so far. Definitely grab one while it’s on sale.

Ring Video Doorbell 2: $169.00

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• Works with Alexa to illuminate and send announcements to Echo devices when your doorbell is pressed or motion is detected, allowing you to hear and speak to visitors with two-way talk
• Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet and PC
• Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected or when visitors press the Doorbell
• Powered by the rechargeable battery pack or connects to doorbell wires for a constant charge
• Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision
• Lets you check-in on your property at anytime with Live View on-demand video
• Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Doorbell gets stolen, we’ll replace it for free

Ring Video Doorbell 2: $169.00

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Stop package thieves in their tracks with a discounted Ring Video Doorbell 2 originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 11 Feb 2019 at 14:19:03 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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