Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Jaguar I-Pace vs. Tesla Model 3: Which Is the Better Electric Car?

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Jaguar I-Pace vs. Tesla Model 3: Which Is the Better Electric Car?
To suggest that electric cars are having a painful birth would be a colossal understatement. Tesla clearly plowed this field and quickly recognized that the lack of a charging infrastructure was going to be a problem and, with reasonable effectiveness, dealt with it tactically. However, those "tactical" chickens are about to come home to roost and it probably won't be pretty. Jaguar, the first company to offer a true alternative to the Tesla, did some things very right and some very, very wrong.
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Slack Tips and Tricks: Notifications, Channels, Mute, Do Not Disturb
Slack Tips and Tricks: Notifications, Channels, Mute, Do Not Disturb
The deluge of notifications. The crowded list of channels. If it's all too much, follow our guide to Slack happiness.
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EasyJet says drone chaos was 'wake-up call' for airports
EasyJet says drone chaos was 'wake-up call' for airports
Airline says flight cancellations customers payments following Gatwick drone disruption cost it £15m.

Monday, January 21, 2019

Creative iPad Pro Apps: Procreate, SketchBook, Assembly, Comic Draw

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Creative iPad Pro Apps: Procreate, SketchBook, Assembly, Comic Draw
Creative iPad Pro Apps: Procreate, SketchBook, Assembly, Comic Draw
Whether you’re a casual scribbler or seasoned illustrator, the iPad Pro, paired with its Pencil, can be a serious artistic tool.
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WhatsApp restricts message-sharing to fight fake news
WhatsApp restricts message-sharing to fight fake news
The chat app will only allow users to forward messages five times to limit the spread of false news.

Sunday, January 20, 2019

Girl Scouts of America offers badge in cybersecurity

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Girl Scouts of America offers badge in cybersecurity
Girl Scouts of America offers badge in cybersecurity
It's part of a drive to get more girls involved in science, technology engineering and mathematics from a young age.
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The Best of Breastfeeding Tech in 2019: Medela, Willow, Lilu
The Best of Breastfeeding Tech in 2019: Medela, Willow, Lilu
From new breast shields to hands-free pumps, breast pumping technology just keeps getting better and better.

Saturday, January 19, 2019

Rise in nude photos sent to phones on public transport

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Rise in nude photos sent to phones on public transport
Rise in nude photos sent to phones on public transport
BBC Minute's Ione Wells investigates the rising trend of 'cyber-flashing' where naked photos are being sent by strangers to people's phones.
Are these the faces of the future?
Are these the faces of the future?
Are these the faces of the future? It's clear these robots are no ordinary machines.
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Gadget Lab Podcast: A Deep Dive Into Nike’s Adapt BB Smart Sneakers
Gadget Lab Podcast: A Deep Dive Into Nike’s Adapt BB Smart Sneakers
WIRED’s Peter Rubin joins the Gadget Lab podcast to talk about his experience wearing Nike’s newest self-adjusting sneakers. Plus: Nitasha Tiku weighs in on mandatory arbitration at tech companies.
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The Evolution of Software Security Best Practices
Independent software vendors, along with Internet of Things and cloud vendors, are involved in a market transformation that is making them look more alike. The similarities are evident in the way they approach software security initiatives, according to a report from Synopsys. Synopsys has released its ninth annual Building Security in Maturity Model, or BSIMM9. The BSIMM project provides a de facto standard for assessing and then improving software security initiatives, the company said.

Friday, January 18, 2019

Twitter warns that private tweets were public for years

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Twitter warns that private tweets were public for years
Twitter warns that private tweets were public for years
A security flaw meant many private messages were readable for years said Twitter.
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Is It Time for a Google Fitness Watch?
Is It Time for a Google Fitness Watch?
Fitness is what’s driving smartwatches.
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Lenovo, Verizon to Reincarnate Motorola Razr as Foldable Smartphone: Report
The Motorola Razr -- once the hottest flip phone available -- is being revived as a smartphone with a foldable screen, according to reports. It will be offered exclusively through Verizon in the United States, possibly in February, although the device is still being tested and the launch date is not firm. Its starting price reportedly will be $1,500. Unlike Apple and Samsung, Lenovo may not have the chops to push a $1,500 smartphone, suggested Ramon Llamas, a research director at IDC.

Thursday, January 17, 2019

GCHQ sets up all-female cyber-training classes

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GCHQ sets up all-female cyber-training classes
GCHQ sets up all-female cyber-training classes
The UK's intelligence services say there are too few young women working in cyber-security.
Ace Combat 7: Can it match flying in real-life?
Ace Combat 7: Can it match flying in real-life?
The latest version of the game has a new VR mode for more realistic aerial acrobatics.
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Court: Cops Can't Compel the Use of Body Parts to Unlock Phones
Authorities can't force people to unlock their biometrically secured phones or other devices, according to a federal judge. "The Government may not compel or otherwise utilize fingers, thumbs, facial recognition, optical/iris, or any other biometric feature to unlock electronic devices," Magistrate Judge Kandis A. Westmore wrote. An attempt by law enforcement authorities in Oakland, California, to force two suspected extortionists to unlock their mobile phones with biometrics violated Fifth Amendment protections against self-incrimination.
The Smartest Tech Products of 2018
Picking a product of the year is anything but trivial because the products I cover every week range from headphones to laptops to books, cars and more. So, I thought I'd try something different this year and pick six products that each deserve the title and then name a winner that stands out from the rest. This allows me to simplify the task and get around a bit of a writer's block I've been having on this subject. The six products will be a book, a car, a laptop, a smart speaker, Security, and a component. Let's get to it.
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Best Skiing and Snowboarding Gear (2019): Jackets, Boots, and More
Best Skiing and Snowboarding Gear (2019): Jackets, Boots, and More
From custom skis to the ultimate in-bounds backpack, everything you need to make the most of powder days.

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

The ultrasound scan you can do yourself

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The ultrasound scan you can do yourself
The ultrasound scan you can do yourself
A US company has produced an ultrasound scanner that plugs into an iPhone and costs $2,000 (£1,555).
Smartwatches: Switzerland's friend or foe?
Smartwatches: Switzerland's friend or foe?
The Swiss watch industry faced a near-death experience from quartz products. Is the smartwatch a similar threat?
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Nike's Self-Lacing Adapt BB Basketball Shoe Is Actually Smart
Nike's Self-Lacing Adapt BB Basketball Shoe Is Actually Smart
The Adapt BB isn't just an impressive riff on a sci-fi dream—it's a lightweight, NBA-ready kick that's ushering in a new age of smart footwear.
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Rumors Roil Ahead of Next Month's Galaxy Unpacked Event
Samsung is expected to unveil its new lineup of flagship smartphones on Feb. 20 at a Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, and the rumor mill has been operating on overtime. It's believed three new Galaxy S10 models will be announced at the event, as well as a folding phone. Banners promoting Unpacked are using the phrase "Unfolding the Future" as a tagline. Three models are expected: Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Galaxy S10 Lite. "That's a winning strategy," said Jack E. Gold, principal analyst at J.Gold Associates.
It's Time to Take a Hard Look at Healthcare Cloud Security
The healthcare cloud has been growing incredibly, becoming an ever-more-important element of health information technology, or HIT. There are many reasons why the HIT cloud has been becoming more prominent, such as research and development and collaboration. Since the cloud has been expanding so rapidly, this may be a good time to reconsider security -- and that means understanding the threat, reviewing best practices, and heightening awareness of emergent approaches. First, realize the cloud is only getting bigger.

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

CES 2019: A Tech Solution for a Standoff

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CES 2019: A Tech Solution for a Standoff
To say I'm typically not a fan of CES would be an understatement, but this year was very different. A combination of better logistics and fewer people at the show, coupled with some truly earth-shattering content, made CES a must-attend event this year. One of the things that jumped out at me is that IBM announced a compelling fix for the border wall controversy. It's a fix that actually could improve the U.S. government overall. In addition, I had an interesting chat that showcased the death of the tech market -- but that's a good thing.
'DNA Printing' in the Cloud, Part 2
In DNA printing, genetic code becomes computer code. This transformation occurs when the chemical bases adenine, thymine, cytosine and guanine present in a chemical mix or gene sequence are translated by computer through gel electrophoresis technology into their representative letters: A/T, T/A, C/G, G/C. This alphabet code was formalized in 1970 by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry for integration into a text-based bioinformatics format, called "FASTA," in which nucleotides are represented symbolically using single letters.
Location Data Selling Threatens Consumer Privacy
Selling location data collected by mobile phones has become a lucrative business, according to a report that noted location advertising sales are expected to reach $21 billion this year. At least 75 companies receive anonymous, precise location data from applications with the location services feature activated. Several of those outfits claim to track 200 million mobile devices in the United States -- about half of all devices in the country. The data is very accurate, coming within a few yards of a person's whereabouts at a point in time.
Pantheon Desktop Makes Linux Elementary
Developers of U.S.-based Elementary OS recently released the community's annual major update, Juno 5. What makes this distro so nontraditional is its own desktop interface, called "Pantheon." This desktop interface is somewhat of a hybrid, inspired by Apple's Debian Ubuntu-based OS X. It combines some similarities of the GNOME 3 Shell with the visual finesse of the OS X dock. Its Ubuntu underpinnings are anchored under the hood. What you see and use on the screen gives Elementary OS a distinct look and feel.

Monday, January 14, 2019

The Rise of the Swiss Army Gadget

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The Rise of the Swiss Army Gadget
The Rise of the Swiss Army Gadget
From mirrors with speakers to picture frame wireless chargers, we're deep into the age of multi-function devices.
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Instagram egg: Kylie Jenner's most-liked record beaten
Instagram egg: Kylie Jenner's most-liked record beaten
A single speckled egg, sitting on a white background, has toppled reality television star Kylie Jenner for most-liked picture on Instagram - and we have questions.
CES 2019: The sat nav of the future has arrived
CES 2019: The sat nav of the future has arrived
A car dashboard that can display directions and points of interest as holograms has been developed.
Dating apps: What are they doing to our mental health?
Dating apps: What are they doing to our mental health?
Will's a serial swiper, Alvin's 'addicted' and Meggy's giving up. Do we know how dating apps affect us?
Poland spy arrest: China telecoms firm Huawei sacks employee
Poland spy arrest: China telecoms firm Huawei sacks employee
The Chinese telecoms firm says Wang Weijing acted on his own and brought the company into disrepute.

Sunday, January 13, 2019

6 Ways to Safeguard Data Before an Emergency Strikes

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6 Ways to Safeguard Data Before an Emergency Strikes
Think about planning for a natural disaster emergency that might affect your home. You'd likely store some water, flashlights, food, blankets and other essentials. The key element of your planning would be proactivity. You'd do all of the work before an emergency occurred, not during the actual crisis. If your supplies were used up after the emergency passed, then you would restock before the next disaster might strike. Protecting data requires a similar approach: putting in place as many safeguards as you can before anything bad happens.
2018: The Year of Fighting for Positive Change
When I think of corporate responsibility, one company tends to float to the top, and that is Cisco. With massive efforts to train people all over the world in the critical networking skills needed to secure and expand global communications, Cisco has been taking a major chunk out of joblessness. It has invested millions to reduce homelessness near its headquarters -- something most of the tech firms seem to ignore -- and it has been aggressive in deploying crisis teams during disasters to ensure timely communications to first responders.
Who's Winning the Latest Tech Industry Battles?
December has become consistent with the Chinese curse, "May You Be Born In Interesting Times." We are up to our armpits in wars, and each is very different. Qualcomm and Intel are fighting for 5G control, and Intel is tearing itself apart. Microsoft passed Apple in valuation, largely because it has not been focusing on Apple. Canadian authorities just arrested the daughter of the Huawei founder, at the request of the United States, cratering the stock market again, and setting up a potentially costly chain of events.
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9 Best CES 2019 Devices You Can Buy Right Now: Suunto, Lenovo, Razer, and More
9 Best CES 2019 Devices You Can Buy Right Now: Suunto, Lenovo, Razer, and More
Has CES whet your appetite for gadgets? From Withings watches to Xbox keyboards, here are our favorite weekend picks.

Saturday, January 12, 2019

CES 2019: Hunting down the big beasts of tech

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CES 2019: Hunting down the big beasts of tech
CES 2019: Hunting down the big beasts of tech
Dave Lee goes on 'safari' in Las Vegas to find out what the tech giants are showing off.
CES 2019: Wristband 'can control' your body temperature
CES 2019: Wristband 'can control' your body temperature
BBC Click's Nick Kwek goes into sub-zero temperatures to test a wristband that can warm you up.
Google's parent company Alphabet sued over sexual misconduct policy
Google's parent company Alphabet sued over sexual misconduct policy
Google shareholders want the firm to change the way it deals with allegations of sexual misconduct.
Amazon and eBay evict sellers amid VAT crackdown
Amazon and eBay evict sellers amid VAT crackdown
Some overseas businesses were selling items - including British flags - but evading VAT.
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Gadget Lab Podcast: Robots, Smart Health, and Security Fails at CES
Gadget Lab Podcast: Robots, Smart Health, and Security Fails at CES
WIRED’s Gadget Lab team kicks off the new year with a wrap-up of the year’s biggest electronics show. Plus, an interview with Reddit’s Jen Wong.

Friday, January 11, 2019

CES 2019 Liveblog Day 4: Thursday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas

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CES 2019 Liveblog Day 4: Thursday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
CES 2019 Liveblog Day 4: Thursday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
This year’s CES, one of the biggest consumer tech showcases in the world, continues Thursday. Join us for live updates from the show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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CES 2019: 'Indestructible notepad' works underwater
CES 2019: 'Indestructible notepad' works underwater
A Ukrainian start-up has created a 'damage-proof' pad and a pencil that never goes blunt.

Thursday, January 10, 2019

CES 2019 Liveblog Day 3: Wednesday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas

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CES 2019 Liveblog Day 3: Wednesday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
CES 2019 Liveblog Day 3: Wednesday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
This year’s CES, one of the biggest consumer tech showcases in the world, continues Wednesday. Join us for live updates from the show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Ignore 5G, for Now
Ignore 5G, for Now
Want the super-fast mobile speeds promised by 5G technology? Come back in a year.
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CES 2019: The lightsaber you can strike with force
CES 2019: The lightsaber you can strike with force
The Star Wars inspired toy on show at CES can take a pounding but does not come cheap.
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IBM Chief Sounds Cautionary Note on Deep Data, AI, Quantum Computing
Powerful technologies like deep data, AI and quantum computing should be introduced into society carefully, IBM CEO Ginni Rometty declared in opening remarks at CES. "These tools are so powerful they will solve some of the most enduring problems -- like food safety, waste," she said, "but like all powerful tools, we've got to usher them in safely into society." In order for those technologies to thrive, trust and security will be necessary, Rometty observed. "A competitive differentiator for all ... will be trust."

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Apple, Samsung Buddy Up in Smart TV Deal

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Apple, Samsung Buddy Up in Smart TV Deal
Apple movies and music are coming to Samsung Smart TVs this spring. Samsung's 2019 Smart TVs will support iTunes Movies and TV Shows, and Apple AirPlay 2, Samsung said Sunday at CES. Smart TVs made in 2018 also will be able to play Apple content via a firmware update. Apple content can be accessed from the smart TVs via an exclusive app. Samsung customers will be able to use it to access their existing iTunes library, as well as browse the iTunes Store to buy or rent from a selection of hundreds of thousands of movies and TV episodes.
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CES 2019 Liveblog Day 2: Tuesday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
CES 2019 Liveblog Day 2: Tuesday’s News and Photos, Live From Las Vegas
This year’s CES, one of the biggest consumer tech showcases in the world, continues Tuesday. Join us for live updates from the show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES

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Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES
Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES
The concept car has wheels on robotic legs which can unfold in rough terrain.