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Facebook launches a new version of Messenger in US that uses less data

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    Facebook launched Facebook Messenger Lite for Android in the U.S. this week. Facebook Messenger Lite originally made its debut in emerging smartphone markets where data networks are slower than what's offered by most U.S. carriers. The Lite version, however, measures just 10MB in size — which means it won't take up too much storage on your phone — and is watered-down as to not hog data each month. If your kids are constantly going over their data limits, you might want to think about installing the new version. It still offers plenty of features, such as the ability to chat with groups of friends, and send photos and videos. It just happens to use less data and will work even if you're not on a faster cellular connection. The app is available for Android only....
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10 Things about iPhone X

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On Tuesday, Apple unveiled new smartwatches, an Apple TV and the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus at a press event. But the showstopper was a premium device called iPhone X.
Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, framed the device as being nothing short of "the future of the smartphone."
Here are 10 things about iPhone X
  The X is silent
For starters, the new phone is pronounced "ten," not "X," at least according to Apple executives speaking about it on stage.
All glass
The iPhone X will have glass on both the front and the back, creating what Apple calls an "all-glass design." In case you're worried about that glass breaking, Apple stresses that the glass is "the most durable" ever used in a smartphone.
Edge-to-edge display
The front of the iPhone is all screen. Literally. The display covers the full face of the device, with the exception of a small sliver at the top for the camera. The screen measures 5.8-inches diagonally.
No home button
The secret to getting that full bleed screen is doing away with the home button. Instead, users can swipe up from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen or toggle between apps.
Face ID
Apple's other iPhones let you unlock the devices and many apps with your finger print. The iPhone X is offering something different: the ability to unlock by scanning and recognizing your face.
Animoji
Have you been feeling a hole in your heart because you can't send an animated panda emoji with your voice and facial gestures? Us neither, but soon you'll be able to anyway with the new animoji feature on iPhone X.
Longer battery life
Apple says the iPhone X has two hours more battery life than the iPhone 7.
Fewer colors
The iPhone X comes in just two colors: silver and space gray. The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus offer those same colors as well as gold.
RIP wires (good riddance)
The iPhone X, like the 8 and 8 Plus, will have wireless charging. It's based on Qi wireless charging, which Apple expects to be available at a wide range of public venues in the not too distant future.
October surprise
There is a notable delay. While the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus will go on sale this month, the iPhone X won't be available for pre-order until October 27. It is expected to begin shipping by November 3.


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