The newer phones are quieter, more comfortable, have a removable audio cable to avoid accidental entanglements, and fold mostly flat to fit in their case.

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Much like Samsung's 10-inch deep DLP from CEDIA, these are designed for shallow cabinets and stands made to fit flat panel displays or even hung on a wall.

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In the past decade, with the silhouette of menswear getting slimmer, flat-front pants fit right in.

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The system is not only attractive and clever, but is also uniquely designed to fit on the relatively flat surface of a watch dial and movement.

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The NVIDIA GRID Platform builds on this capability by moving high-end gaming to the cloud, eliminating the need for consumers to manage game discs or fit game consoles next to flat-screen TVs.

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In its modern-fit Regent suit line, 90% of the pants are flat front, compared with 70% two years ago.

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It is thought Mr Menezes left his flat, which he shared with cousins Vivian and Patricia, in order to fit a fire alarm.

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Aside from ultra-lux furnishings, a bounty of Jacuzzis and enough flat-screen LCD panels to tile a roof, Connor says "Solemates" also lets guests keep fit in style.

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