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Moshi releases first-ever certified 5K USB-C to DisplayPort cable

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 8:25pm CET par Brian Fagioli

While the MacBook Pro doesn’t have a dedicated video port, that really doesn’t matter. Thanks to its versatile USB-C ports, any port can output video with the correct cable or dongle. In other words, a USB-C to HDMI, VGA, or DisplayPort cable can allow you to easily connect a computer to a monitor or television. Most USB-C to DisplayPort cables claim 4K support at the most, but there is a new cable that takes things up a notch. You see, a new product from a company called "Moshi" can apparently do 5K at 60Hz. The company claims this is the… [Continue Reading]

American Airlines computer glitch gives all pilots Christmas off

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 5:16pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Christmas is quickly approaching and Santa is not the only one flying for the holiday. The yuletide season is one of the most popular travel times of the year. After all, as the song says There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays. If you've planned your trip out and already booked your flight then you may not want to start packing just yet. There may be a small problem in that well thought-out itinerary, so alert mom and dad now. American Airlines has had just one slight problem. Christmas week is a top choice for vacation for many reasons and because of that most companies are forced to ration it.… [Continue Reading]

Almost half of businesses think their leadership is digitally illiterate

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 4:31pm CET par Ian Barker

Digital transformation is increasingly critical to business success, yet a new survey of technology professionals shows that 47 percent lack confidence in the digital literacy of their leadership. The study by technology association ISACA shows less than 25 percent of organizations believe their senior leadership is very receptive to adopting emerging technologies, while 20 percent are believed to be not receptive at all. Big data analytics is ranked highest in the chance of delivering transformational value to organizations (38 percent), easily besting AI/machine learning/cognitive (20 percent), public cloud (18 percent), IoT (14 percent), blockchain (seven percent) and AR/VR (two percent). Technologies… [Continue Reading]

Toshiba unveils 2TB XG5-P NVMe SSD

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 4:22pm CET par Brian Fagioli

For computer enthusiasts, we are living in a very exciting time. Hardware is faster than ever, while prices for parts are quite reasonable. You can build a very capable PC without breaking the bank. One of my favorite components is the solid state drive. Not only are they much faster than traditional mechanical hard disk drives, but they can reduce power usage too -- a big win for battery life on laptops and tablets. Today, Toshiba unveils its latest such drive and it looks amazing. The 2TB XG5-P is NVMe based, meaning it will be blazing fast. "The XG5-P series also… [Continue Reading]

The crypto rally is over as market enters correction

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 3:52pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Fueled by Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash and other major players, the crypto market hit a new all-time-high yesterday, reaching a valuation of over $345 billion. But, as the saying goes, what goes up must come down. So, as the incredible rally finally came to an end, the market started to crash, big time. This is not uncommon for the crypto scene. This year we have seen three similar crashes happening. All coincided with Bitcoin setting a new price record. This one is no different, as the market entered a correction right after the most-valuable cryptocurrency broke $11,500, sending it back into… [Continue Reading]

Ivanti inventories and protects enterprise endpoints

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 3:28pm CET par Ian Barker

Endpoint systems continue to be the weakest point for most organizations, allowing a potential route for hackers to penetrate networks and steal data. IT and security operations specialist Ivanti is launching a new version of its Endpoint Manager and Endpoint Security aimed at simplifying endpoint management and security with an integrated console and workflows. Ivanti Endpoint Manager combines device discovery and inventory capabilities with secure configuration management to build an organization’s defense strategy. Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager extends prevention support with capabilities including device and application control and, in this release, provides new features to automate device isolation… [Continue Reading]

Google faces class action lawsuit for gathering personal data from millions of iPhone users

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 11:36am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

A group going by the name Google You Owe Us is taking Google to court in the UK, complaining that the company harvested personal data from 5.4 million iPhone users. The group is led by Richard Lloyd, director of consumer group Which?, and it alleges that Google bypassed privacy settings on iPhones between June 2011 and February 2012. The lawsuit seeks compensation for those affected by what is described as a "violation of trust." Google is accused of breaching UK data protection laws, and Lloyd says that this is "one of the biggest fights of my life." Even if the… [Continue Reading]

Google launches Datally for Android, a tool to monitor and control mobile data usage

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 9:41am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

For many people -- particularly in certain parts of the world -- mobile data is an expensive commodity. If you're someone who likes to keep an eye on exactly what's using up all of your allowance -- and take control of it -- Google's new Android app, Datally, can help. Datally has been designed to not only reveal which apps are using up data, but to provide a way to rein it in. Formerly known as Triangle whilst in beta, the app lets you block background data usage on a per-app basis, and makesit much easier to access data-related settings.… [Continue Reading]

Apple expeditiously patches embarrassing macOS High Sierra security bug, thereby regaining my trust

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 1:40am CET par Brian Fagioli

I am not a rich man. With that said, when I bought my first-ever Mac computer last year -- a 2016 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar -- parting with that much cash was a very big deal for me. I spent more on this laptop than my first car! Why did I buy it? After being impressed by iOS and liking the way the two operating systems worked together, I decided to use Mac OS X (now macOS) in addition to my favorite Linux distributions. To be honest, I feel more safe on Apple's desktop operating system than on Windows… [Continue Reading]

Windows 10 is now on 600 million active devices

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 6:52pm CET par Wayne Williams

At 2015’s Build developer conference, Microsoft announced that it anticipated over 1 billion Windows 10 devices to be in consumers hands within 2 years, but thanks to the failure -- and ultimate death -- of Windows 10 Mobile, that was clearly never going to happen, and Microsoft was forced to admit as much a year ago. When the OS was offered as a free download, initial growth was strong, with Windows 10 finding its way on to 350 million devices in the first year. But growth slowed significantly once the free period ended. SEE ALSO: Fall Creators Update already on… [Continue Reading]

Facebook may start using selfies to verify logins

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 4:16pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Some Facebook users have reported that the social network is asking them to upload a selfie as a means of verifying their identity. It seems that the company is testing out a new form of captcha as it asks that you "upload a photo of yourself that clearly shows your face." Just like Facebook's recent idea that users could protect themselves against revenge porn by uploading naked images of themselves, the test is likely to raise concerns about privacy. See also: Microsoft to drop Facebook login from Skype If you send nudes to Facebook for revenge porn protection, the photos… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft Edge beta for Android gains password syncing and more

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:58pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Microsoft has just given mobile users a more compelling reason to use Edge as their web browser -- and heaven knows one was needed. The latest update to the mobile browser brings a genuinely useful feature: password syncing. The announcement that Edge was coming to Android and iOS came somewhat out of the blue, and now it seems that Microsoft is intent on making it a real contender for the mobile browsing crown. Password syncing is the headline addition to the browser, but it's not the only thing that's new. See also: Download Microsoft Edge preview for Android Microsoft Edge… [Continue Reading]

Bitcoin sets new price record above $11,000

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:53pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

After hitting $10,000 for the first time yesterday, the latest rally continues to take Bitcoin to new highs. The most valuable cryptocurrency set another price record moments ago as it went past the $11,000 mark. And it did not stop there. On major exchanges, like Bitfinex, GDAX and Bitstamp, Bitcoin is trading for around $11,300. South Korean exchanges Bithumb, Coinone and Korbit, which offer BTC/KRW pairs, report prices of over $12,100. At the time of writing this article, Coinmarketcap, which aggregates data from dozens of exchanges, has the price average for Bitcoin at $11,400. The volume for the day so… [Continue Reading]

Lost time on conference calls costs businesses $34 billion a year

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:17pm CET par Ian Barker

Business people waste an average of 15 minutes on each conference call they make simply getting started or dealing with distractions throughout the call. This wasted time costs US and UK businesses over $34 billion/£26 billion according to a new report. Online meeting company LoopUp surveyed 1000 professionals in the US and UK and finds the cost of wasted call time is up by 46 percent since 2015. Dial-in remains the main way business people participate in conference calls, regardless of whether they have access to web or video conferencing tools. 61 percent of people (68 percent in bigger companies)… [Continue Reading]

'Unknown' antivirus tool tops independent tests

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 12:44pm CET par Ian Barker

German independent testing institute AV Test has released the results of its latest test of Windows home user antivirus programs. In a surprise result, Kaspersky Internet Security shares first place in the test with relative unknown AhnLab V3 Internet Security. Both achieved an 18/18 rating, the only two programs in the test to do so. Kaspersky just shades the detailed test scores with its 100 percent detection rating (opposed to 99.9 percent for AhnLab's product), and zero false positives (as opposed to one). Looking at previous tests AhnLab has had good ratings for a while but this is the first… [Continue Reading]

Over 90 percent of cryptocurrency mobile apps contain vulnerabilities

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 11:38am CET par Ian Barker

In the week when cryptocurrency values have reached new levels some worrying research from web security firm High-Tech Bridge reveals that more than 90 percent of the most popular cryptocurrency mobile apps on Google Play have common vulnerabilities and weaknesses. The company used its free Mobile X-Ray service to test apps for security flaws and design weaknesses that can endanger the user, data stored on the device or sent and received via the network, or the mobile device itself. Of the top 30 applications with over 500,000 installations, 94 percent contain at least three medium-risk vulnerabilities, and 77 percent contain… [Continue Reading]

Security: macOS High Sierra bug lets you log in as 'root'... without a password

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 9:53am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you thought that you needed a password to access a password-protected Mac, think again. A massive security hole has been discovered in macOS High Sierra that makes it possible to log in with admin rights without the need to provide a password. The problem appears to be specific to High Sierra, and the ease with which it is possible to gain unfettered access to a system has many people -- understandably -- concerned. Logging in with administrator rights requires little more than entering root as the username, and leaving the password field empty. It really is that simple. While… [Continue Reading]

Bad news for Windows 10 testers -- you may not get access to all future features

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 9:03pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is working in earnest on the next feature update of Windows 10, codenamed Redstone 4. It’s already released a number of builds to Insiders in the Fast ring, and today the software giant revealed some of the big new features users can look forward to. However, it also delivered something of a bombshell to Insiders keen to test forthcoming features and changes for themselves -- future additions aren’t going to be available to all. In a blog post, Windows Insider chief Dona Sarkar reveals that Microsoft is about to start A/B testing in new builds. She explains: We’re going… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft reveals some of the exciting new features coming to the next version of Windows 10 (Redstone 4)

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 8:54pm CET par Wayne Williams

Windows Insiders get to test up and coming Windows 10 features before anyone else. New features and updates appear in Insider builds on a regular basis, often with little warning or fanfare. Terry Myerson, EVP for Windows and Devices, today provides an insight into some new additions which will appear in the next big Windows 10 update, codename Redstone 4, expected to arrive next April. SEE ALSO: Fall Creators Update already on over 20 percent of Windows 10 PCs At this year's Build developer conference, Microsoft showed off a feature called Timeline that is integrated into Task View and which… [Continue Reading]

Are you ready for containers in your office?

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 8:45pm CET par Alessandro Festa

It happened again. You were attending a conference, or meeting with industry peers and someone said it: "Containers." No, that person isn’t talking about a method to package or ship products -- they’re talking about software. For those coming away from these scenarios scratching their heads, it’s time you ask yourself, "What exactly is a container, and what do I need to know about it for my organization?" Shipping containers were first created to provide an easy and universal way to ship products or goods around the world via any vehicle. Software containers do the same for IT teams, by… [Continue Reading]

Throw that new 4K TV into the garbage -- 10K is here thanks to HDMI 2.1

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 8:41pm CET par Brian Fagioli

This holiday season, many consumers are buying 4K televisions -- and rightly so. Look, UHD offers significant improvements over 1080p, while prices for these displays are at all-time lows. If you need a television, it would be foolish not to get a 4K variant at this time. What if I told you that 4K was old news? It’s true. While UHD is hardly obsolete -- it will be around for a very long time -- the future is starting to emerge. You see, today, the HDMI Forum releases the next standard -- HDMI 2.1. This will not only allow 10K… [Continue Reading]

Fall Creators Update already on over 20 percent of Windows 10 PCs

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 6:37pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft released the Creators Update for Windows 10 back in April, but it was a glacial, and at times problematic, rollout. A fortnight after the initial launch, Microsoft warned users to wait until they were offered it, rather than opting for a manual update, and even when it was finally made available to (almost) all, the take up was very low. Its successor, the Fall Creators Update, launched in October, at which point a quarter of Windows 10 users still didn’t have the Creators Update. SEE ALSO: Steam: Gamers abandoning Windows 10 in huge numbers StatCounter: Windows 10 narrowing the… [Continue Reading]

Most people would stop dealing with companies following a data breach

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 5:03pm CET par Ian Barker

If a company suffered a data breach, 70 percent of consumers would stop doing business with it, according to a new survey of 10,000 people worldwide. The study carried out for digital security company Gemalto also reveals that 37 percent now believe that they could be a victim of a breach at any time, compared to those surveyed in 2016 (35 percent) and 2015 (27 percent). In addition 58 percent of consumers believe that the threat to their personal information increases during high profile commercial events like Black Friday, Amazon Prime Day or Cyber Monday. Two thirds of respondents (67… [Continue Reading]

The strangest ways of stealing data

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 3:56pm CET par Ian Barker

Most data thefts are down to relatively simple techniques, like phishing, in order to get hold of login credentials. But even where systems are well protected, hackers can find ingenious ways of breaching security. VPN advice site Top 10 VPN has compiled information from research and from real world attacks to highlight some of the more innovative ways of stealing data in an infographic. Fairly obvious approaches include accessing IoT devices like smart coffee machines, and setting up fake access points to steal network login credentials. More ingenious techniques include using the motion sensors of a smartphone placed close to… [Continue Reading]

Bitcoin breaks $10,000 -- crypto market exceeds $310 billion

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 3:08pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

The fact that the price of Bitcoin today went past $10,000 for the first time ever will not come as a surprise to anyone familiar with this crazy market. The most-valuable cryptocurrency has had a fantastic year, setting record after record. On January 1, trading opened at $963. Considering that Bitcoin peaked at over $10,100 moments before writing this article, this means that it is up around 1,048 percent since the beginning of the year. Let that sink in for a moment, and let's move on to more mind-blowing figures. As a result of this insane growth, the market cap… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: a huge proportion of Android apps are secretly tracking you

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 2:08pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

A joint research project between Yale University's Privacy Lab and French non-profit Exodus Privacy has uncovered widescale tracking in a large number of Android apps. The likes of Tinder, Spotify, Uber, Twitter and Snapchat -- as well as masses of lesser-known apps -- were found to be riddled with snooping components relating to no less than 25 well-known trackers. In all, around three quarters of apps were found to gather personal information about users via a variety of third-party tracking techniques. Researchers have published their findings online so Android users can check if their favorite apps are snooping on them.… [Continue Reading]

TeamViewer 13 now supports remote iOS screen sharing

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 2:06pm CET par Chris Wiles

TeamViewer GmbH has released the final version of TeamViewer 13, its remote access tool for Windows, Linux and Mac computers, with ChromeOS, iOS, Android and Windows App editions. The primary focus of version 13 is iOS screen sharing, which enables a technician to troubleshoot an iPhone or iPad from their desktop, in real time. Ideal if a customer has support query from the iPad and you need to guide them through solving their issue. File transferring between remote and local devices has been improved. You can now quickly see and monitor the files being transferred and queue multiple stacks of files… [Continue Reading]

Ok, Google, call Santa

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 12:41pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Christmas is now less than a month away, and if you have any kids in the house, it won't be long before excitement reaches fever pitch. Helping to keep the magic alive this year, Google is giving your children (or you) the chance to phone Santa. If you have a Google Home, Google Home Mini, or an Android phone with Google Assistant, you can use a voice command to call the fat, festive fellow and have a chat and a sing-song with him. There's very little to it. Just say "Ok, Google, phone Santa," and a call will be placed… [Continue Reading]

Number of stolen credentials at top UK companies triples in 2017

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 11:47am CET par Ian Barker

A new study from threat intelligence platform Anomali reveals that the volume of credential exposures among FTSE 100 companies in the UK has dramatically increased to 16,583 from April to July 2017, compared to 5,275 in last year’s analysis. According to the findings 77 percent of the FTSE 100 -- the 100 largest companies listed on the London stock exchange -- were exposed, with an average of 218 usernames and passwords stolen, published or sold per company. In most cases the loss of credentials occurred on third party, non-work websites where employees reuse corporate credentials. In May 2017, more than… [Continue Reading]

10 surprising ways machine learning is being used

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 11:29am CET par Roxanna "Evan" Ramzipoor

Machine learning is taking the tech world by storm. Recently, an announcement that Google was open-sourcing Tensor Flow, their machine learning (ML) software, and Microsoft quickly followed suit. Baidu and Amazon unveiled their own deep learning platforms a few months later, while Facebook began supporting the development of two ML frameworks. But the revolution has spread far beyond the tech realm. In fact, some of the more recent applications of ML technology aren’t just innovative; they’re weird and surprising. As machine learning (ML) continues to take over the tech world, companies and researchers outside the tech bubble have started using… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft to drop Facebook login from Skype

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 11:23am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Starting next year, it will no longer be possible to log into Skype using your Facebook account. Thanks to the rollout of the updated Skype experience, as of January 2018, Skype users will need to log in using their Microsoft account. This is not a change that is likely to affect regular users of Skype, but for anyone who rarely uses it, it is something of a pain. Microsoft has not said anything about why it is introducing the change -- it would seem to make sense to make it as easy as possible for someone to sign into their… [Continue Reading]

Beta: Plex DVR strips out ads so you don't have to see them

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 9:21am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Over recent months Plex has made numerous improvements to its DVR feature, but the latest one is likely to go down particularly well with users: ad-stripping. Cord cutters rejoice. Many DVRs include a feature that lets you quickly skip through the ads so you can spend more time enjoying your favorite show, but the latest update to Plex DVR makes things even easier. It simply removes the ads from your recordings. See also: Plex Live TV and DVR features arrive on Android and Apple TV Plex backtracks on controversial privacy policy change Official Plex for Kodi addon now available to… [Continue Reading]

Linux Mint 18.3 'Sylvia' is here -- replace Windows 10 with the Ubuntu-based operating system now!

Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 1:21am CET par Brian Fagioli

Linux Mint is a great operating system. For those that want an alternative to Windows 10, it is a wonderful choice for two specific reasons. For one, it has a superior user interface. Whether you opt for the Cinnamon desktop environment or instead choose Mate, you will have a more intuitive experience than the insanity that is Windows 10. Secondly and more importantly, however, you don't have to worry about a billion dollar company tracking all of your activity. While telemetry sometimes has its benefits, Microsoft seems to have forgotten that their operating system is a guest on your computer.… [Continue Reading]

3 clever gift ideas using Raspberry Pi

Publié: novembre 27, 2017, 9:40pm CET par Zach Wendt

While thoughts of savory roast turkey and green bean casserole may come to mind when you hear mention of Raspberry Pi this holiday season, the credit card-sized computer is more likely to make you drool over techie gift ideas. If you want to get creative with your gift-giving this year -- and impress your friends and family with your technical skills -- consider tackling one of these projects that are perfect for RasPi beginners. From AI-enabled teddy bears to mini retro game arcades, these are memorable gifts that anyone would be happy to find under the tree. SEE ALSO: Beautiful… [Continue Reading]

Get a great deal on a Linux-powered System76 computer for Cyber Monday

Publié: novembre 27, 2017, 8:35pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Today is Cyber Monday, y’all! It’s basically Black Friday, but instead of shopping at brick and mortar retailers, you shop online instead. Oh yeah, it’s a Monday rather than a Friday too. For some people, today is the ultimate shopping day as you can score some amazing deals without leaving your house -- no savage fistfights at Walmart or Target. Before you head over to Amazon or Newegg to score some new technology devices, can I make a suggestion? Consider a Linux-powered desktop or laptop from System76. These are computers that come with an Ubuntu-based operating system pre-installed. Today only,… [Continue Reading]

Synology DiskStation DS218+ review

Publié: novembre 27, 2017, 7:29pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

The new DS218+ is the most impressive NAS in Synology's two-bay range for home users. It's got powerful hardware and lots of features that you expect in the high-end segment, like a versatile operating system, a solid selection of ports, and support for 4K video streaming. Those specs make it a very attractive option for power users and consumers who want a future-proofed NAS. Question is, does it have what it takes to also impress in real-life? I've tested the DS218+ to find out. Design and specs The DS218+ features a 64-bit dual-core Intel Celeron J3355 processor coupled with 2GB… [Continue Reading]

Find the best local craft coffee shop from your smartphone

Publié: novembre 27, 2017, 7:08pm CET par Chris Wiles

We can’t be the only people who make finding the best coffee one of our priorities when visiting a new city. Frankly, it’s become a bit of a mission. You could do some research in advance, scour websites and recommendations, but there’s an easy way of finding the best location for a good coffee without requiring tedious pre-planning. We’ve collated three of the most popular apps for searching, locating and enjoying the best coffee in your new city. First up is Beanhunter, which is a simple tool for searching for the nearest (but, sadly, not necessarily the best) local coffee shop. We were… [Continue Reading]

Oreo arrives on the OnePlus 5 through OxygenOS open beta

Publié: novembre 26, 2017, 1:24pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The OnePlus 5T may have just rolled out, but the Chinese smartphone maker has not forgotten its older handsets. Having rolled out a beta version of Android Oreo to the OnePlus 3 and 3T, now the OnePlus 5 is getting the same treatment. Making good on the promise it made at the launch of the OnePlus 5T, the company has launch the first OxygenOS Oreo open beta for the OnePlus 5. It is available for anyone to download and install, and the full, stable release of Oreo is due early next year. See also: Download the Android Oreo beta for… [Continue Reading]

Time to change your password: Imgur was hacked in 2014

Publié: novembre 26, 2017, 12:41pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

While much of the US was celebrating Thanksgiving, social image hosting site Imgur was made aware of a security breach that took place back in 2014. Around 1.7 million user accounts were affected. This is a relatively small percentage of Imgur users, and COO Roy Sehgal points out that the site has never asked for "personally-identifying information." Nevertheless, the company is contacting the owners of affected accounts, advising them to change their passwords. Hackers managed to steal email addresses and passwords. This might be a concern for anyone who reuses passwords across multiple services, but the data was hashed with… [Continue Reading]

G.SKILL announces CL17 Trident Z RGB 32GB DDR4-4266MHz memory kit

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 3:54pm CET par Brian Fagioli

When consumers buy RAM for their computers, they often look at the rated speed. That is a smart thing to do, although it is only part of the picture. Actually, CAS latency timings are just as important, if not sometimes more so. You see, it is sometimes possible to get better performance out of slower RAM with a lower CAS rating. In other words, throwing money at MHz and ignoring CAS is a big mistake. Here is a great video to learn more about RAM timings. Today, G.SKILL announces a 32GB CL17 Trident Z RGB DDR4-4266MHz memory kit, which the… [Continue Reading]

OnePlus 5T update will improve camera quality

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 3:50pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

The OnePlus 5T is undeniably the best flagship killer yet. It's got a gorgeous display, superb performance, premium build, a lovely dual camera and, to top it all off, it undercuts many of its high-end rivals by hundreds of dollars. However, if there is one area of the OnePlus 5T that could use some improvement it is the main camera. While overall it is very good, as noted in our review, in low-light the quality could be better. OnePlus is well aware of this, as it just promised that an upcoming update for OxygenOS will address this. OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei… [Continue Reading]

After a brief absence, CBS returns to DISH

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 2:25pm CET par Alan Buckingham

For those who have cable or a satellite TV service, you may be used to the occasional channel, or a few of them, disappearing. This is most frequently due to contract disputes as large conglomerate networks attempt to prop up channels that aren't doing so well. It's usually worked out, though it can take some time. That scenario recently played out between CBS and DISH. The former yanked its channel package off of the satellite provider's service in an effort to extort more money. After a 3-day stand-off, the CBS package has come back to DISH, making many people happy, but perhaps permanently losing others. The… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 12:38pm CET par Martin Brinkmann

Two-hundred-and-fifty-eight in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft started its Black Friday sale early this year. You can get discounts on hardware and software. Brian covered the details. As always, if I missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email instead. Discounts this week The following list is a selection of the best deals. Make sure you check… [Continue Reading]

Twitter is working on a 'save for later' feature called, uninspiringly, Bookmarks

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 11:48am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Twitter is one of the more divisive social media platforms out there, managing to attract passionate love and hate in just about equal measure. But even people who use and like Twitter freely admit that it has its problem, one of which is the lack of a bookmarking feature. There is the option to "like" tweets, but this can be an awkward way to save something you're interested in reading later. Recognizing that users need something rather more robust and useful, Twitter is working on a feature called Bookmarks. See also: Twitter outlines new verification policies and strips many right-wingers… [Continue Reading]

UK broadband companies banned from advertising misleading top speeds

Publié: novembre 24, 2017, 11:21am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The advertising of broadband services has long been fraught with complaints and controversy, but a new rule change should help to bring this to an end. Following an investigation by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), ISPs will no longer be able to advertise high "up to" speeds. Instead they will have to advertise the average speed achieved by at least 50 percent of customers at peak times. Previously, the rules permitted the advertising of headline speeds enjoyed by just 10 percent of people, and the ASA found that many broadband customers were disappointed with their connection speed. The change came… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft Black Friday 2017 sale goes live early -- score deals on Surface, Xbox, and Windows 10 devices right now!

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 4:57pm CET par Brian Fagioli

If there is someone in your life that loves technology, and you want to get them a really great Christmas gift, look no further than the Microsoft Store. Seriously folks, if you want to delight someone special, just get them an Xbox One or Surface. If Microsoft's Surface-branded computers are too expensive, there are plenty of other Windows 10 devices from which to choose too. Understandably, buying such extravagant gifts might be a hardship financially, so if you have been waiting for the best time to make that purchase, please know that now is when you should finally pull the… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft Black Friday 2017 sale -- score amazing deals on Surface, Xbox, and Windows 10 devices!

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 4:57pm CET par Brian Fagioli

AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard 6.6 adds support for exFAT, improves bootable media support

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 4:07pm CET par Nick Peers

Everyone needs a partition management tool. Windows ships with its own limited tool, accessible under Disk Management, but it’s restricted in a number of key areas, not least its inability to move files to help with the repartitioning process. AOMEI has just released a major update to its free partitioning tool: Partition Assistant Standard 6.6. It’s become our go-to partition editor, and version 6.6 makes it even more compelling than ever. Version 6.6’s headline new feature is partial support for the exFAT file system -- now users can create, delete, format, move and copy exFAT partitions alongside other supported formats,… [Continue Reading]

Millennials may prefer Bitcoin over savings accounts for storing their wealth

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 3:57pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

The insane growth of the cryptocurrency market is making Bitcoin very attractive as a store of value. Folks who have bought Bitcoin at the beginning of the year are now looking at an 820 percent return on investment, which is much more difficult to achieve in traditional markets and virtually impossible to match using savings accounts. Millennials are starting to take notice, with a new report suggesting that they are shunning savings accounts in favor of Bitcoin. Baby boomers, you can add this to the "millennials are killing" list. Joking aside, the report, which is based on a survey conducted… [Continue Reading]

The role of education in fighting security breaches [Q&A]

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 3:50pm CET par Ian Barker

When securing systems most people's thoughts turn to the technology of firewalls, anti-virus programs and so on. What’s often neglected is the human aspect. Many breaches are down to poor password practices or falling for phishing emails, things which can be prevented with better education. We spoke to Stephen Burke, founder and CEO of security awareness specialist Cyber Risk Aware to get his views on how awareness training can be used to drive better behavior and make businesses more secure. BN: What's the starting point for awareness training? Do you need to audit the data and who has access? SB:… [Continue Reading]

Ethereum passes $400

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 1:41pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

For the first time in the past few months we are starting a conversation about the cryptocurrency market that does not revolve around Bitcoin. The reason is Ethereum, which just went past $400 for the first time since the record high in mid-June. This is a pretty significant development, as Ethereum's performance has been lackluster since its peak. The only time it got close to $400 was on September 1, after which a ban on ICOs in China helped drive its price to under $200. Ethereum has had a pretty amazing year so far, regardless of the aforementioned struggle to… [Continue Reading]

Google finally fighting faux family-friendly YouTube videos

Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 1:38am CET par Brian Fagioli

YouTube is an amazing place to consume media. There is great family-friendly content from people like iJustine and Rosanna Pansino, for instance. Unfortunately, there is another side of Google's video site, where people such as Pewdiepie and Leafy post racist and sexist content. For parents, it can be quite difficult to know which videos are appropriate for children. Sometimes adult content can even show up in the YouTube Kids app. To make matters worse, some content creators have been disguising adult-themed videos as being family-friendly -- a wolf in sheep's clothing, if you will. For instance, what may appear to… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases Windows 10 Redstone 4 Build 17046 to the Fast ring

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 8:44pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is back to rolling out new Insider Preview builds to the Fast ring on a weekly basis. The latest release, Build 17046, introduces a number of improvements, changes and fixes. So what’s new this time around? SEE ALSO: Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time As sure as Winter follows Fall, so you can guarantee that a new Windows 10 Insider build will include some improvements for Microsoft Edge, and Build 17046 is no exception. The main new addition here is the ability to save and automatically fill preferred information in addresses and… [Continue Reading]

Facebook is developing a tool to let users know if they interacted with Russian troll accounts

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 6:29pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Russia's use of Facebook and other social media to try to influence the outcome of elections around the world has been the subject of investigation for some time now. Millions of Facebook users were exposed to divisive ads placed by Russia, and the social networking site is doing what it can to be transparent about what happened. Having admitted that Russia bought ads on the site, Facebook is now developing a tool that will enable users to determine if they interacted with the Internet Research Agency -- the propaganda company also known as the Trolls from Olgino. See also: Facebook… [Continue Reading]

SJCAM SJDASH dash cam review

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 5:59pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

SJCAM has become one of the biggest players in the action camera market thanks to devices like the SJ5000X Elite and SJ6 Legend. And now it's come up with a product targeting a different audience. The SJDASH is SJCAM's first dash cam and, just like the other devices in the company's range, it is designed to appeal to consumers looking for a good balance between quality and price. Question is, how does it perform? I've tested it to find out. What's in the box? The SJDASH comes with everything you need to set it up in your car. The package… [Continue Reading]

UC Browser returns to Google Play after tweaks to its policy-infringing settings

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 5:48pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

UC Browser was unceremoniously removed from Google Play last week after it was discovered that a setting within the app violated Google policies. Now the popular web browser is back with an updated version. The company behind the app is pleased to return its flagship title to the Play store, but also voices its delight that during UC Browser's brief absence, the cut-down UC Browser Mini proved fantastically popular. See also: UC Browser pulled from Google Play for shady activity UCWeb sheds more light on the disappearance of UC Browser from Google Play Adblock Plus tries to entice UC Browser… [Continue Reading]

UK government pledges cash to boost the digital economy

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 5:45pm CET par Ian Barker

In today's budget speech the UK Chancellor, Phillip Hammond, has announced a number of measures aimed at boosting the tech sector. These include £500m of support for 5G mobile networks, full fiber broadband and artificial intelligence and £540m to support the growth of electric cars, including more charging points. A further £2.3bn is allocated for investment in research and development and £30m to develop digital skills distance learning courses. Digital economy royalties relating to UK sales which are paid to a low-tax jurisdiction -- hello Amazon, Apple, etc -- are to be subject to income tax as part of a… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: Google caught tracking Android users' whereabouts even if location services are disabled

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 5:06pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

For those concerned about their privacy, location services is just one more setting to disable on their phone. But Google has now revealed that it is not only able to, but actually does track the location of Android users even if location services are disabled. More than this, Google records the addresses of nearby cell towers -- thereby giving a very good idea of location -- even when there is no SIM card in a phone and no apps are used. This data has been collected since the beginning of the year. See also: Privacy: Use of session replay scripts… [Continue Reading]

Net Neutrality will die, so let's take the profit out of killing it

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 4:59pm CET par Robert X. Cringely

The U.S. Federal Communication Commission, under the leadership of chairman Ajit Pai, will next week set in motion the end of Net Neutrality in the USA. This is an unfortunate situation that will cause lots of news stories to be written in the days ahead, but I’m pretty sure the fix is in and this change is going to happen. No matter how many protesters march on their local Verizon store, no matter how many impassioned editorials are written, it’s going to happen. The real question is what can be done in response to take the profit out of killing… [Continue Reading]

Amazon knocks big discounts off Nest products for Black Friday, deals start now

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 4:52pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Feeling cold, hot or insecure? There are many solutions provided by the Internet of Things, from lights, cameras, locks, thermostats and much more. You need to choose carefully though as not all work as claimed, and some have rather glaring security problems. But, if you're up for the challenge, then you can set up a fairly cohesive and secure system in your home. One of the top purveyors of some of these products is Nest, part of Google/Alphabet. If you have been looking for a smart thermostat or security camera then this may be a good time to pull the trigger. Amazon has begun… [Continue Reading]

Half of UK adults want to stop using the Uber app following breach

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 3:14pm CET par Ian Barker

The news that ride hailing service Uber has suffered, and covered up, a major hack means that millions of people could unknowingly have had their data put at risk. Data security company Egress Software Technologies ran a flash survey of 500 UK adults this morning to find their reactions to the story. Over half admitted that they weren't aware of the situation prior to being asked by Egress, however, having been made aware of the fact that Uber tried to cover up the breach, more than half (53 percent) of respondents say it has made them want to stop using… [Continue Reading]

Intel firmware contains serious Management Engine vulnerabilities, affecting millions of systems

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 11:52am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Security researchers have discovered critical issues with the hidden firmware used in some Intel chips. Security firm Positive Technologies discovered a series of serious vulnerabilities in Intel's Management Engine (ME), Server Platform Services (SPS) and Trusted Execution Engine (TXE). The security flaw could allow an attacker to run code that would be invisible to the operating system, opening up the possibility of invisible rootkit or malware infections, as well as the risk of exposing valuable data. The problem is believed to affect millions of computers and servers. Maxim Goryachy and Mark Ermolov from Positive Technologies made the discovery in the… [Continue Reading]

Uber pulls yet another boner by failing to disclose hack

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 1:50am CET par Brian Fagioli

The concept of taking a cab is hardly new. Any person in a major city can hold out their arm and hail a ride. In smaller communities, you simply call a cab company and schedule a car. You can pay cash for the trip and even be anonymous -- the driver doesn't have to know who you are. No private information to get stolen. Easy peasy. But OK, many consumers got "app fever" over the last decade, and as a result Uber was born. If you aren't familiar, it is a ride-sharing service where you summon a car using your… [Continue Reading]

Logitech launches 'Red Edition' of Spotlight Presentation Remote

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 9:39pm CET par Brian Fagioli

If you work in an office, you have undoubtedly sat through a boring PowerPoint presentation. Yeah, it is easy to criticize the people doing the presenting for being deficient, but quite often, it isn’t their fault. After all, giving a successful presentation is a skill that must be learned. True, some folks are naturally social, but overall, you need to work on it. It is wrong to just thrust an employee into the fire without training. Practice aside, hardware can help you better present too. A good remote/wireless presenter can improve your presentations dramatically. Not only will it give you… [Continue Reading]

FCC could repeal net neutrality rules in December

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 8:41pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

It is fair to say that many people want the net neutrality rules implemented during the Obama administration to stay in place. Even major tech companies support them. But not everyone feels the same -- just ask telecommunications companies what they think about it. The Trump administration is among the main opponents, with FCC Chairman Ajit Pai spearheading the efforts to repeal the rules. Today, the federal agency announces it's shared a draft, called Restoring Internet Freedom Order, that aims to do just that. In the statement released by the FCC, Pai says that while the framework set by former… [Continue Reading]

Amazon is becoming the new Microsoft

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 5:15pm CET par Robert X. Cringely

My last column was about the recent tipping point signifying that cloud computing is guaranteed to replace personal computing over the next three years. This column is about the slugfest to determine what company’s public cloud is most likely to prevail. I reckon it is Amazon’s and I’ll go further to claim that Amazon will shortly be the new Microsoft. What I mean by The New Microsoft is that Amazon is starting to act a lot like the old Microsoft of the 1990s. You remember -- the Bad Microsoft. Microsoft in the Bill Gates era was truly full of itself,… [Continue Reading]

Kodi boxes: UK government explains why you MUST stop using them now

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 4:32pm CET par Wayne Williams

Kodi boxes, and other so-called illicit streaming devices (ISDs), are the big-target for anti-piracy organizations at the moment. It’s a war being fought on many fronts. While bulling third-party add-on developers into retiring using legal threats is one of the most high-profile approaches, it’s far from the only tactic being used. Governments and anti-piracy organizations are also using heavy doses of FUD (fear, uncertainty and doubt) to persuade Kodi lovers to seek other -- legal -- methods for streaming content. SEE ALSO: Kodi: Covenant and other streaming add-ons shut down following legal threats The 'very last' Kodi 17 update now… [Continue Reading]

Adwind remote access Trojan makes a comeback and it's got smarter

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 4:07pm CET par Ian Barker

The Adwind cross-platform, malware-as-a-service Trojan has been around since 2012. Spread by phishing emails claiming to be invoices, purchase orders, and requests for quotations, it's aimed at high value targets like finance departments. While it never completely disappeared in recent years the number of attacks did die down. However, security awareness training company KnowBe4 has noted an upsurge in Adwind emails during October of this year. "In early October we noticed an uptick in the number of phishing emails reported by customers that were sporting .JAR (Java) attachments -- a hallmark of Adwind/AlienSpy," says Stu Sjouwerman, CEO of KnowBe4. "Occasional… [Continue Reading]

diskAshur DT2: A super-secure PIN-protected desktop drive [Review]

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 3:19pm CET par Wayne Williams

There are many ways to secure your personal data, but if you have a lot of files and folders you want to keep completely private, then you really need to be looking at a hardware solution. iStorage sells a range of external OS and platform independent USB drives that use hardware-level, real-time military grade AES-XTS 256-bit encryption to secure your content, with access via a built-in PIN pad. The company offers both PIN-protected flash drives and portable USB drives, and its latest offering is the diskAshur DT2, an ultra-secure USB 3.1 desktop hard drive that’s available in a range of… [Continue Reading]

New platform helps companies gain value from data

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 3:00pm CET par Ian Barker

Data is the lifeblood of businesses and many companies are now turning to DataOps methodology to create an agile, self-service workflow that fosters collaboration and boosts creativity, while respecting data governance policies. Data platform specialist MapR Technologies is launching its latest Converged Data Platform 6.0, offering new advancements to help organizations achieve greater value from all of their data through DataOps teams. "DataOps is an important movement, ultimately letting organizations turn their data into value as quickly as possible," says Anoop Dawar, vice president product management and marketing at MapR. "We continue to evolve the MapR Platform to accommodate the… [Continue Reading]

CBS blocks its network from DISH subscribers

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 2:55pm CET par Alan Buckingham

While many people opt for cable there are also a fair amount who go against that grain, subscribing to a satellite provider for various reasons -- maybe it's location, perhaps it's NFL Sunday Ticket. There are two major players in that market -- DirecTV and DISH. All sorts of problems can interrupt service, both to an entire system, or just certain provided networks. One of the biggest reasons for providers and customers alike is contract disputes. That's something we see all too often. The mess is generally sorted out, but it sometimes drags out for too long. The latest provider to suffer this problem is DISH, who has now been… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: Use of session replay scripts means many websites essentially have built in keyloggers

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 2:03pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The idea that what you do online is not a secret is something that we have all -- just about -- come to terms with. That said, most people still expect a modicum of privacy, and they certainly don’t expect literally every keystroke they type to be logged by the websites they visit. But, say researchers at Princeton University, this is exactly what is happening. Hundreds of the most popular websites are using "session replay scripts" that record every single thing a visitor does. They are designed to monitor how visitors interact with a site to help gather information that… [Continue Reading]

Scrivener 3 unveils major UI update and improvements alongside new features

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 1:41pm CET par Nick Peers

Literature and Latte has released Scrivener 3.0 for OS X, a major new version of its writer-centric tool. The app combines traditional word-processing features with project management and organization tools to provide a one-stop shop for any writing project. Version 3.0 unveils a number of new and enhanced features, alongside an updated user interface, Touch Bar support and rewritten codebase for 64-bit. Scrivener 3.0 opens with what Literature and Latte describes as an "overhauled and modernized" user interface. Improvements include new draft and session progress bars in the main toolbar, a new Quick Search tool for finding documents within the… [Continue Reading]

Kodi Linux distro LibreELEC gets final Krypton update

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 1:29pm CET par Wayne Williams

LibreELEC is a fantastic open source Linux-based operating system designed to run Kodi. It is particularly well suited for devices like Raspberry Pi. If you want to build your own Kodi box, it's ideal. Today, the LibreELEC team releases a new build that it expects will be the last from the current branch -- going forward the focus will be firmly on LibreELEC (Leia) 9.0 development. SEE ALSO: Kodi: Covenant and other streaming add-ons shut down following legal threats The 'very last' Kodi 17 update now available for download Your Kodi box could kill you, experts warn LibreELEC 8.2.1 is… [Continue Reading]

DoJ seeks to block Time Warner/AT&T merger

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 12:00pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit as it tries to block the acquisition of Time Warner by AT&T. The DoJ says that the merger would cause bills to rise and stifle choice for consumers. There is concern about the level of control such a merger would give the company over programming and distribution, but AT&T says that it will fight the lawsuit, saying that there is no reason for the merger to be blocked. If it was to go ahead, the merger would involve one of the largest transactions in US history -- $108 billion. But the lawsuit… [Continue Reading]

How Black Friday conquered the UK

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 11:54am CET par Ian Barker

There are various stories surrounding the origins of Black Friday, the most common being that it was the day retailers turned the corner from loss to profit and the figures in the ledger changed from red to black. Whatever its roots, Black Friday was a purely American phenomenon. That is until 2010 when Amazon first brought Black Friday deals on more than 500 products across to the UK. Since then it's caught on in a big way on that side of the pond. Loans company UK Credit has created an infographic charting the rise of Black Friday in the UK.… [Continue Reading]

$31 million in tokens stolen from dollar-pegged cryptocurrency Tether

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 10:47am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

All eyes may be on the meteoric rise of Bitcoin at the moment, but it's far from being the only cryptocurrency on the block. Startup Tether issued a critical announcement after it was discovered that "malicious action by an external attacker" had led to the theft of nearly $31 million worth of tokens. Tether is a dollar-pegged cryptocurrency formerly known as Realcoin, and it says that $30,950,010 was stolen from a treasury wallet. The company says it is doing what it can to ensure exchanges do not process these tokens, including temporarily suspending its backend wallet service. Tether knows the… [Continue Reading]

Alexa, help fight HIV/AIDS -- Amazon unveils Echo (2nd Generation) PRODUCT(RED) edition

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 12:52am CET par Brian Fagioli

If you want to get a hardware voice assistant, you cannot go wrong with Echo. Amazon's hardware is great, but more importantly, its "Alexa" assistant is much more capable than any of its competitors. This can largely be attributed to developers -- there are countless "skills" and compatible devices that make the entire Alexa experience a joy. Still haven't bought an Echo? Well, I have some great news. Waiting sometimes has its benefits, and today, those still on the fence about Echo should definitely pull the trigger. You see, Amazon will be selling a special PRODUCT(RED) version of its second-gen Echo.… [Continue Reading]

Verizon to offer discounted deal on FIOS for a limited time only

Publié: novembre 20, 2017, 7:55pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Internet, TV and phone have become, perhaps sadly, some of the most important services in our lives. The problem for many of us is getting the service we want as it's limited in most areas -- in fact, many people only have one choice thanks to monopolies by area. If you live in a location which has Verizon then you have access to one of the faster connections in the United States and now you can get a better deal on the service, although it's for a limited time only. Starting at midnight on Thanksgiving night and running through Cyber… [Continue Reading]

OnePlus 5T: Is this the best flagship killer yet?

Publié: novembre 20, 2017, 7:51pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

It does not take long to realize that the OnePlus 5T is designed to impress. The new flagship killer ticks all the right boxes with its high-end processor, cutting-edge display, dual camera and premium unibody construction. It is a tour de force, and that is before we even consider the price. But specs do not tell the whole story. There is more to the OnePlus 5T than meets the eye. It feels balanced, as my colleague Joe Wilcox would put it, unlike any other flagship killer before it and many of its rivals. Undoubtedly, it is the most attractive smartphone… [Continue Reading]

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Google donates £1 million worth of computer training to U.K. teachers

Publié: novembre 20, 2017, 1:35am CET par Brian Fagioli

It is imperative that students learn about computing in school -- the earlier the better. The problem? Sometimes teachers aren't very knowledgeable about computers. In other words, some of these educators simply aren't qualified to teach young people about computing. In order for these people to teach future generations about computing, they must first learn about it themselves. Today, Google announces that it is donating £1 million worth of computer training to U.K. teachers. Don't misunderstand -- the search giant is not just throwing money at the situation. Instead, Google will be having some of its employees provide actual time and… [Continue Reading]

Privacy: Germany bans kids' 'spying' smartwatches

Publié: novembre 19, 2017, 12:57pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Regulators in Germany have introduced a ban on children's smartwatches citing privacy concerns. Telecoms regulator the Federal Network Agency (FNA) describes the wearables as "spying devices" and advises parents to destroy them. The FNA said that parents had been using such smartwatches to listen in on their children at school, and warned teachers to be on the lookout for them. But a lack of regulation of the devices means that many have poor security, meaning they could be used by others to spy on wearers. This is not the first time German regulators have stepped into ban privacy-invading devices. An… [Continue Reading]

Voice-activated Siri could be coming to iMac Pro thanks to A10 Fusion chip

Publié: novembre 19, 2017, 9:33am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

It seems as though Apple's upcoming iMac Pro will feature an A10 Fusion chip as a co-processor. The inclusion of the chip -- the same one used in the iPhone 7 -- has led to speculation that "Hey, Siri" support could be making its way to macOS. A couple of developers cracked open Apple's BridgeOS 2.0 software package, and the code shows that the chip appears to be used to handle security and the boot process. But it's the prospect of always-on "Hey, Siri" support that will interest many people. See also: No HomePod for Christmas as Apple delays launch… [Continue Reading]

Was the PC's death fake news? More consumers want laptops than smartphones on Black Friday 2017

Publié: novembre 18, 2017, 9:31pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Next week is one of my favorite holidays -- Thanksgiving! I'm not gonna lie, I like to eat, and since this is a day dedicated to chowing down on some good food, I am beyond excited! Oh yeah, it is also a day in which we spend time with family and reflect on all the things for which we are thankful. Once the eating is done, the shopping begins. What used to just be "Black Friday" now begins the night before on Thanksgiving -- sacrilege to some. Yeah, while still digesting turkey and stuffing, consumers will queue up in front… [Continue Reading]

Windows 8 onwards incorrectly implements ASLR security feature, but you can fix it

Publié: novembre 18, 2017, 2:46pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Since Vista, Windows has included a security feature known as ASLR. Address Space Layout Randomization uses a random memory address to execute code, but in Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 the feature is not always applied properly. A security analyst discovered that in the last three versions of Windows, ASLR was in fact not using random memory addresses, essentially rendering it useless. The good news is that there is a fix -- but you will have to apply it manually. The idea behind ASLR is that by executing code in random locations, it helps to protect against exploits… [Continue Reading]

SmartThings introduces Lock Codes to help friends and family

Publié: novembre 18, 2017, 2:04pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Smart locks have become another popular product in the market commonly known as the Internet of Things, or IoT. It's designed to make a home safer, but also more accessible. It has its limitations though, and companies are constantly working to overcome those. Now SmartThings has a solution which utilizes Lock Codes. These allow the user to create temporary codes for friends and family, which will give the owner more control of comings and goings from their abode, hopefully leading to more peace of mind. "SmartThings now lets you create unique lock codes for your family members and regular visitors to access your home without sacrificing security or control. To give you… [Continue Reading]

Wal-Mart commits to the new Tesla Semi

Publié: novembre 18, 2017, 1:57pm CET par Alan Buckingham

You certainly know Tesla, the car brand launched by Space X's Elon Musk. It's an electric car that has had its ups and downs in its relatively short life. Musk is always looking to the future, though, so each of his current major companies continues to innovate in an effort to stay ahead of the market. This week the company announced its latest offering, simply called the Semi. The product -- as the name implies -- is an 18 wheeler which looks similar to those you see on roads every day, but perhaps a bit more sleek. So, who wants a product such as this? Apparently retail giant Wal-Mart is… [Continue Reading]

No HomePod for Christmas as Apple delays launch of smart speaker until 2018

Publié: novembre 18, 2017, 9:58am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The launch of the eagerly anticipated Apple HomePod has been delayed until next year. The iPhone maker had planned to release its answer to Google Home and Amazon Echo in December, but now admits that more development is needed. The delay means that anyone hoping to get a HomePod for Christmas is going to be disappointed. Apple has not elaborated on the exact cause of the delay, but with a "premium" price tag of $350 -- and this being a product coming from the Apple stable -- customers are not going to be happy with something that is less than… [Continue Reading]

DisplayFusion 9.1 arrives, tweaks multi-monitor display tool for Windows

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 8:12pm CET par Nick Peers

Binary Fortress Software has released DisplayFusion 9.1, a minor update of its multi-monitor management tool for Windows. It follows a month on from the major release of version 9.0, which added a single new feature (monitor fading) alongside compatibility improvements and a host of tweaks and fixes. Version 9.1’s most notable change is the use of a new code-signing certificate. Users are warned they may receive a Smart Screen warning from Windows -- although this didn’t appear on our test PC. Other changes resolve issues discovered since version 9.0 was released, including fixing a memory leak, a screensaver-related glitch and… [Continue Reading]

Want a Logitech Harmony Hub? Right now it comes with an Amazon Echo Dot

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 8:04pm CET par Alan Buckingham

If you haven't used a Harmony product and you have a home theater system then you may be missing out. The Logitech devices can control all manner of things from receivers, TVs, Blu-ray players, and so on, to many Internet of Things products in your home, such as light bulbs like LIFX and thermostats such as Nest. If you have an Amazon Echo, better known as Alexa, then you can already do a bit of that, turning your recliner into a throne from which you can oversee your kingdom. If you act now then you'll be able to take care of both needs in one shot… [Continue Reading]

Adblock Plus tries to entice UC Browser users to Adblock Browser

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 6:14pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Adblock Plus is using the disappearance of the popular Android app UC Browser from Google Play to promote its own mobile web browser. An open letter to people looking for the currently-unavailable UC Browser calls on mobile web users to give Adblock Browser a try. The privacy-focused browser includes, obviously, an adblocker and, as Adblock Plus cheekily points out, "we haven't been kicked out of the store." See also: UCWeb sheds more light on the disappearance of UC Browser from Google Play UC Browser pulled from Google Play for shady activity Adblock Browser 2.0 for iOS adds Ghost Mode for… [Continue Reading]

Bitcoin price nearly breaks $8,000 amid renewed Segwit 2x interest

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 5:23pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

It's been an interesting past couple of weeks in the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin set a new price record earlier this month near $7,800 as traders were eagerly awaiting the Segwit 2x hard fork, and the bonus coins that they would get as a result. When that was cancelled, the price plummeted. Bitcoin dropped to as low as $5,519, based on Coinmarketcap.com's historical data. At the same time, Bitcoin Cash started to gain a lot of traction, setting a record of its own close to $2,500 last week. For a while, Bitcoin Cash looked like it would rise even higher. The… [Continue Reading]

Get 'Smart Work -- How to Boost Your Productivity in 3 Easy Steps' ($10 value) FREE for a limited time

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 4:39pm CET par Wayne Williams

Are you drowning in constant emails, phone calls, paperwork, interruptions and meeting actions? Smart Work is the busy professional's guide to getting organized in the digital workplace You'll develop a simple and sustainable productivity system to organize your actions, manage your inputs and achieve your outcomes. SEE ALSO: Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time This ebook will help you: Get organized, focused and proactive Conquer the daily incoming deluge Spend more time on important work Leverage your desktop and mobile technology Get back in control so you can start performing like a star. Smart… [Continue Reading]

Cryptocurrency mining a growing threat to businesses

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 4:33pm CET par Ian Barker

The CoinHive malware, designed to mine the Monero cryptocurrency when a user visits a web page -- without the user's approval -- was the sixth most common malware during October. The latest Global Threat Impact Index by Check Point released this week shows the RoughTed ad-blocker malware and Rocky ransomware are still the top two threats. However, there's a new trend toward sneakier programs with Seamless -- which redirects the victim to a malicious web page -- at number three. CoinHive can have a particularly severe impact on systems. It implants JavaScript, which then grabs high levels of the end-users'… [Continue Reading]

100 percent of enterprises have suffered mobile malware attacks

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 3:06pm CET par Ian Barker

A new study of over 850 organizations around the world shows that all of them have experienced a mobile malware attack. The research by cyber security company Check Point shows an average of 54 mobile malware attacks per business with Android and iOS platforms both proving vulnerable. Other findings include that 89 percent of businesses have experienced a man-in-the-middle attack over Wi-Fi. Also 75 percent of respondents averaged 35 rooted or jailbroken devices on their networks. Looked at by industry financial services (29 percent) and government (26 percent) experience the most mobile malware attacks. Both offer attractive targets for hackers with… [Continue Reading]

Forever 21 becomes the latest retail chain to suffer a security breach

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 1:54pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Over the past several years we have seen a multitude of security problems plague major retail stores around the world. Breaches have come in many forms and have frequently targeted credit card information, though in some cases personal data has been part of the haul. Now we find ourselves looking at yet another incident. Retail chain Forever 21, which is wildly popular among young people in the United States -- you can barely find a mall that doesn't have one -- has officially announced that its systems were compromised. The extent of the damage is not fully known as of yet. The company posted a… [Continue Reading]

UCWeb sheds more light on the disappearance of UC Browser from Google Play

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 12:57pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The Android web browser UC Browser disappeared from Google Play recently, and there has been great speculation about just what caused the app to be pulled. Now the company behind it has spoken out, giving a little more detail about what has happened. While it was previously thought that "misleading and unhealthy methods of promotion" were to blame, it turns out that a setting within the app was problematic. See also: UC Browser pulled from Google Play for shady activity Despite an email sent out to partners of the UC Browser maker -- which made reference to "malicious promotion" --… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 12:32pm CET par Martin Brinkmann

Two-hundred-and-fifty-seven in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft announced recently that it will extend support for the Windows 10 November Update version that was released in 2015 for another six months for Enterprise and Education customers. As always, if I missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email instead. Discounts this week The following list is a selection… [Continue Reading]

Get 'Kali Linux 2 -- Assuring Security by Penetration Testing, 3rd Edition' ($22 value) FREE for a limited time

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 12:27pm CET par Wayne Williams

Achieve the gold standard in penetration testing with Kali using this great ebook, now in its third edition! Kali Linux is a comprehensive penetration testing platform with advanced tools to identify, detect, and exploit the vulnerabilities uncovered in the target network environment. SEE ALSO: Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time What you will learn: Find out to download and install your own copy of Kali Linux Properly scope and conduct the initial stages of a penetration test Conduct reconnaissance and enumeration of target networks Exploit and gain a foothold on a target system… [Continue Reading]

LastPass is working with Google to ensure its Android app is not delisted

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 11:38am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google recently announced that it was going to take action against apps that misuse its Accessibility Services API. There are a number of big-name apps that make use of this API, including the likes of LastPass and Tasker. Users of the password management tool were concerned to hear that their favorite app could be affected. But the company has spoken out to say that it is working with Google, and there will be "no immediate impact" to its users. See also: Google clamps down on apps that misuse accessibility API -- and it could affect your favorite apps Another password… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft starts charging for its beta exam program

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 10:10am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

It's always great when something is free, but there is the danger that it becomes undervalued. That's precisely what seems to have happened with Microsoft's beta exam program, so the company has decided to start charging candidates to sit exams. This is not so much about using the exams as a way of filling Microsoft's coffers, but more about trying to ensure that people who want to take the exams are able to. The Windows-maker says that there have been many instances of no-shows, and this is depriving others of a seat. Microsoft says that there are always high levels… [Continue Reading]

ASUS ZenFone V Live Android smartphone is beautiful, affordable, and exclusive to Verizon

Publié: novembre 17, 2017, 2:27am CET par Brian Fagioli

Apple is selling the $1,000 iPhone X nowadays, and yeah, there is a place for it. Shockingly, when the "X" first came out, people were not only willing to pay a high premium for Apple's latest, but they waited in line to do so. Think about that -- queuing up to part with a grand! If you have that kind of money, more power to you, but I know a lot of people are hurting financially out there -- the iPhone X is simply not achievable for them. If you don't have a lot of money, do not worry --… [Continue Reading]

Setup and access your own cloud service using Mountain Duck 2

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 8:15pm CET par Chris Wiles

Backing up your data to the cloud makes sense. But using an existing service such as Dropbox is more complicated as these cloud services insist on mirroring your content across your devices. The most obvious solution is to create your own cloud. This is easy to achieve through a service such as Amazon S3 (Amazon Simple Storage Service). The Amazon S3 is a cost-effective virtual hard drive in the cloud. You are charged depending the amount of storage you use, the number of times you access your content and the location. It’s competitively priced, too. We backup our server content… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases Windows 10 Redstone 4 Build 17040 to the Fast ring

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 8:07pm CET par Wayne Williams

Last week, Microsoft rolled out Windows 10 Insider Build 17035 to users on the Fast ring (and Skip Ahead), but didn’t make it available to all. A bug affecting PCs with AMD processors meant that Microsoft was forced to block the new release on those systems. The latest new build, Build 17040, fixes that issue, meaning it’s available for all Insiders to download from today. SEE ALSO: Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time In this release there are improvements for Settings, Touch Keyboard, and the Handwriting Panel. You can now adjust the brightness… [Continue Reading]

Get MacX MediaTrans V4.9 -- an iTunes alternative for Mac -- FREE for a limited time ($59.95 value)

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 7:41pm CET par Wayne Williams

MacX MediaTrans is the ultimate iPhone/iPad manager that lets users backup and transfer data between iOS devices and Macs in two ways. With cutting-edge tech, MacX MediaTrans delivers super-fast transfer speeds -- you can copy over 100 4K photos in just 8 seconds. SEE ALSO: Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time MacX MediaTrans' killer features include: Batch import/export/delete ebooks (Epub, PDF, MP3, etc.) between iPhone iPad and Mac, letting you manage your ebook collection easily. Directly transfer video, music, photo, HD movie, TV show, home video, podcast, iTunes U, VoiceMemo from iPhone to… [Continue Reading]

OnePlus 5T first-impressions review

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 7:00pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

When looking at the OnePlus 5T, it is difficult to believe that it is not a completely new flagship killer. You can thank the novel new display for that. It takes up more space on the front, giving you the impression that you are in for a completely different experience. The new display is also larger, but it has small bezels all-around, which means that the whole device feels manageable in the hand. The aluminum body, which sports a Midnight Black finish on my review unit, has a quality feeling, which is what you expect from a OnePlus device. Of… [Continue Reading]

This is the OnePlus 5T

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 6:02pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

OnePlus started a trend last year when it introduced the first "T" upgrade for its then-flagship killer, the OnePlus 3. On paper, the new model wasn't all that different to the original, but all the changes added up to make the OnePlus 3T much more refined. Now, it is the turn of the OnePlus 5 to receive the same treatment, as OnePlus today officially announces the OnePlus 5T. Unlike the first time around though, the differences are not as small. The new kid on the block looks like a completely different flagship, thanks in no small part to a new,… [Continue Reading]

Fake Black Friday apps look to steal consumer details

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 4:06pm CET par Ian Barker

As many as one in 25 Black Friday apps could be fakes looking to steal logins and credit card information according to a new report. Digital threat management company RiskIQ has used internet reconnaissance and analytics to identify digital threats against the top five eCommerce brands during the Black Friday shopping season. It finds that more than 32,000 malicious mobile apps are using the branding of the top-five online retailers. These apps seek to trick shoppers into entering credit card information, giving up Facebook and Gmail credentials, or downloading malware that steals personal information or locks devices until ransoms are… [Continue Reading]

Enterprises put at risk by employees' poor security habits

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 3:24pm CET par Ian Barker

According to a new study, 25 percent of employees have tried to look at data at work that they weren't supposed to, and 60 percent were successful at accessing that data. The survey by adaptive threat prevention company Preempt also reveals widespread bad habits, with 41 percent of employees using the same password for both personal and work accounts. In addition, 20 percent of employees were aware that their passwords had been compromised in a breach, but of those 56 percent say they only changed their passwords for the account that was breached, showing they are not aware of the… [Continue Reading]

Get 'Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators' ($36 value) FREE for a limited time

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 12:11pm CET par Wayne Williams

Learn the art of configuring, deploying, managing and securing Windows 10 for your enterprise. Microsoft’s launch of Windows 10 is a step toward satisfying the enterprise administrator’s needs for management and user experience customization. This book provides the enterprise administrator with the knowledge needed to fully utilize the advanced feature set of Windows 10 Enterprise. What You Will Learn: Understand the remote access capabilities Use third-party tools to deploy Windows 10 Customize image and user Interface experience Implement assigned access rights Configure remote administration Manage Windows 10 security Work with Azure AD and Intune management Windows 10 for Enterprise Administrators,… [Continue Reading]

Your Kodi box could kill you, experts warn

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 11:34am CET par Wayne Williams

Kodi, and "fully loaded" Kodi boxes in particular, are frequently in the news. Mainstream media likes to spread a lot of FUD about the hugely popular streaming software. If you’re a Kodi user streaming content via third-party add-ons, you know there’s a danger that those add-ons might stop working, or disappear altogether due to legal action, and there’s always the (very distant) threat that rights holders might start targeting end users. Now there’s another concern to keep you up at nights -- your Kodi box might kill you. SEE ALSO: Kodi: Covenant and other streaming add-ons shut down following legal… [Continue Reading]

Twitter outlines new verification policies and strips many right-wingers of their blue tick

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 11:20am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After awarding the coveted blue tick of verification to a white supremacist, Twitter recently announced that it would be pausing its verification program. Making good on this promise, Twitter says that it is not only no longer accepting public requests for accounts to be verified, it is also introducing new guidelines, and removing the verification tick from accounts that do not make the grade. This means that white nationalist Richard Spencer, far-righter Laura Loomer, English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson and others no longer have a blue tick next to their names. While Twitter is promoting this clamp down as… [Continue Reading]

Ecobee brings voice control to its thermostat through Google Assistant

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 10:47am CET par Alan Buckingham

While the Internet of Things, or IoT, has been around for several years, voice control is a more recent development. It is convenient for performing all sorts of actions, such as switching lights off and on, changing the settings on a thermostat, and countless other things that you may never have thought of. Of all the IoT devices on the market, the thermostat is one of the most popular and there are several competing brands on the market. While Nest is a well known name, Ecobee is another major player and the company's thermostat is now reaching its third voice platform -- Google Assistant.… [Continue Reading]

Google teams up with Ticketmaster to offer concert tickets through YouTube

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 9:38am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

YouTube is -- of course -- about video, but it is becoming more than that. Google has just announced that it is teaming up with Ticketmaster, giving people the opportunity to learn about concert dates and buy concert tickets while watching artists' videos. For now, the feature is limited to the US, but there are plans to roll it out on a wider scale. With YouTube increasingly used as a marketing tool by musicians, the progression to using it as a ticket outlet is hardly surprising -- but it's not clear what sort of cut Google is planning to take,… [Continue Reading]

UC Browser pulled from Google Play for shady activity

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 9:16am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

UC Browser -- the Android web browser with more than half a billion downloads to its name, and which has proved particularly popular in India -- has been pulled from Google Play. In addition to download from the Play Store, the browser came preinstalled on a number of handsets, and it gained popularity thanks to its speedy performance and low system requirements. But the fact that it "used "Misleading" and "Unhealthy" methods of promotion" led to it being nixed. There was some debate on Reddit about just why the app had been pulled from Google Play. Artem Russakovskii from Android… [Continue Reading]

Kodi: Covenant and other streaming add-ons shut down following legal threats

Publié: novembre 16, 2017, 1:27am CET par Wayne Williams

After the Exodus Kodi add-on shut-down many users switched to its replacement, Covenant. There’s bad news for users of that add-on however, as the Colossus repository has now been deleted following legal threats. This affects not only Covenant but other add-ons hosted there, including Bennu and DeathStreams. SEE ALSO: The 'very last' Kodi 17 update now available for download The situation reportedly arose when Kodi developer jsergio123, who was part of the Colossus group, was threatened by the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) and agreed to stop development on his add-ons, including URLResolver and Metahandler. While he isn’t directly… [Continue Reading]

Belkin launches USB-C Car Charger with fast charging for iPhone X

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 8:34pm CET par Brian Fagioli

The iPhone X, 8, and 8 Plus are all wonderful smartphones. Heck, you can’t go wrong with any of them. This trio of devices supports fast charging, although you need to use a compatible USB-C charger and Lightning cable. Today, Belkin announces an all-new car charger that supports fast charging with the newest iPhone devices. Of course, it will work with Android devices too. This is exciting, as it means you can charge your phone more quickly when driving. "With 36W of power, the USB-C Car Charger can charge all your devices in a flash. Enable Fast Charge for iOS… [Continue Reading]

Google updates Maps with a more modern look

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 8:01pm CET par Wayne Williams

Maps is one of Google’s best products, and it gets updated on a regular basis, with changes and new features debuting all the time. Today the search giant takes the wraps off a redesigned Maps, which sports a new look that Google says "better reflects your world, right now." Changes to the service include updating the driving, navigation, transit and explore maps in order to better highlight relevant information. The color scheme has been updated, and there are new icons for places of interest, such as cafes and hospitals. The new color scheme used throughout is as follows: These changes… [Continue Reading]

Google updates job search with estimated salary, location filter

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 5:20pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

As part of its Google for Jobs initiative, earlier this year Google introduced a new job search tool to help users better understand a prospective employer or how long their new commute might take. Today, based on feedback that Google has received, the job search tool gets an update that makes it a lot more useful. Among the new features are a salary estimator and improved location filter. Google says that the salary information is actually missing from the vast majority (85 percent) of job postings in the US, so, to make up for this, it's added a salary range… [Continue Reading]

Malware goes global with every nation affected

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 3:01pm CET par Ian Barker

Malware is a worldwide problem affecting every nation state on the planet according to the latest Comodo Threat Research Labs report. Comodo detected almost 400 million malware incidents around the globe in the third quarter of this year, with even the tiny island nation of Kiribati in the central Pacific being affected. The top five malware hit countries are, Russia, the US, Poland, the UK and Germany. The top 20 countries accounted for nearly 319 million detections, or over 80 percent of the global total. Most nations have Trojans as their number one threat, indeed Trojans with 13.7 million detections… [Continue Reading]

Beautiful blue Raspberry Pi 3 goes on sale, but you (probably) can't buy it

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 12:43pm CET par Wayne Williams

The Raspberry Pi is a fantastic, credit-card sized barebones computer that comes in a choice of models and sizes, all at very affordable prices. Today the Raspberry Pi Foundation announces it’s releasing a brand new blue model of the Raspberry Pi 3. Want to buy it? We’ve some bad news for you. SEE ALSO: Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton talks sales numbers, proudest moments, community projects, and Raspberry Pi 4 [Q&A] Raspberry Pi gets a major OS update -- download Raspbian Stretch now! The blue Raspberry Pi is only available to buyers in Brazil. It will be sold through FilipeFlop,… [Continue Reading]

The 'very last' Kodi 17 update now available for download

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 12:20pm CET par Wayne Williams

There’s a lot of negativity surrounding Kodi at the moment. The media center software is synonymous with piracy, even though you need to install third-party add-ons to use it for illegal streaming purposes. Team Kodi has been rolling out regular updates, but now says "enough is enough" as it pushes out the final release for the stable version of its media center software. It recommends everyone upgrade to this release, regardless of what platform they use. SEE ALSO: Do you have a jailbroken Apple TV running Kodi? You are in danger of being hacked! Kodi 17.6 doesn’t include any new… [Continue Reading]

Pandora for Sonos gets a major boost to blast your favorite music

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 12:09pm CET par Alan Buckingham

You are almost certainly familiar with Pandora, the popular music app that allows you to build stations based upon your favorite artists or songs. It's available in both free and paid versions, and you can choose which one to go for based on your tolerance for commercials. You may, however, be less familiar with Sonos. For those who don't know, it is a whole house music system that allows you to connect multiple speakers, each of which can be individually controlled -- you can have them all synced to play the same thing, or different songs in different rooms. Now… [Continue Reading]

Linux Mint 18.3 'Sylvia' BETA is here

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 3:06am CET par Brian Fagioli

Back in September, we told you some interesting Linux Mint news -- version 18.3 would be named "Sylvia." That is hardly the most exciting recent Mint news, however. Actually, the bombshell that the operating system would be abandoning KDE was far more intriguing. While some people will mourn Linux Mint KDE, I certainly won't. Quite frankly, it should never have existed in the first place as it fragments the user experience, but I digress. If you are a fan of Mint KDE, don't panic -- there is still one more release featuring the desktop environment. Yeah, the upcoming 18.3 "Sylvia"… [Continue Reading]

Forget Windows 10! Dell launches five new computers with Ubuntu Linux pre-installed

Publié: novembre 15, 2017, 2:28am CET par Brian Fagioli

Over the years, many people have bought Windows machines only to wipe the storage drive and install their favorite Linux-based operating system. For the most part, this practice works well, but you still may experience hardware incompatibilities, albeit far fewer nowadays than in prior years. The Wi-Fi card, for instance, may not have Linux drivers, leading to huge headaches. The better option is to buy a computer with Linux pre-installed. Why? Well, this lets you know that all the hardware is compatible, as the seller has tested it beforehand. Not to mention, you are supporting the Linux community this way.… [Continue Reading]

Fedora 27 Linux distribution now available for download

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 8:16pm CET par Brian Fagioli

If you want a pure, no-nonsense, Linux-based operating system, look no further than Fedora. It is stable as all hell, while also being fairly bleeding edge with up-to-date packages. Best of all, the distribution focuses heavily on open source ideology, using only truly free software. It is a great way to experience Linux as it should be. Hell, the father of the kernel, Linus Torvalds, uses Fedora -- that’s saying something. Today, version 27 of the operating system finally becomes available. Desktop users should love the GNOME 3.26 desktop environment, which offers many improvements, including color emoji support. Yes, emojis… [Continue Reading]

Thinkware F800 Pro dash cam now available in US

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 6:00pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

The F800 is an impressive dash cam, but it is not the ultimate high-end model that Thinkware has to offer. The F800 Pro is actually the one that sits at the top of the range, and, if you haven't heard of it before, that's likely because it hasn't been offered in the US or Canada so far. That changes starting today, as Thinkware announces that the F800 Pro is now available on Amazon and through major automotive retailers. Its latest flagship has the price tag to match its aspirations, being available from $329.99. For the money, you get the front… [Continue Reading]

Adobe releases Acrobat Reader 2018 -- Do you still use it? Perhaps you should

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 5:46pm CET par Chris Wiles

Let’s be fair, for reading a PDF your average end user will rarely need anything more than a simple reader, so Preview on the Mac or Edge on your Windows 10 PC will suffice. For business users, portable document format files offer a method for sharing commercial-grade documents which can be marked up before they are sent to a printer. Indeed, if you share your PDF through the cloud, anyone can download, view, add a comment and save it back for others to read the comments and make changes. Adobe has just released Acrobat Reader DC 2018 and it’s available free… [Continue Reading]

The Lord of the Rings -- Amazon plans to take you back to Middle Earth

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 5:16pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Did you read the classic JRR Tolkien books? Perhaps you saw the award-winning series of movies that did a phenomenal job of portraying The Lord of the Rings story. There are, of course, some things left out for brevity's sake -- it's hard to put that many words on the big screen. For everyone who reminisces about the books and/or the films there will soon be a way to get transported back to that magical land of elves, dwarves, wizards, orcs and other creatures that reside in a certain part of our psyche. Amazon is bringing The Lord of the Rings to the small screen in the form of a TV… [Continue Reading]

90 percent of organizations vulnerable to insider threats

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 4:38pm CET par Ian Barker

Most enterprises and government organizations fell vulnerable to insider threats and around half have experienced an insider attack in the last year, according to a new report. Commissioned by Cybersecurity Insiders, the study is based on a comprehensive online survey of 472 cyber security professionals. Among the main factors are too many users with excessive access privileges (37 percent), an increasing number of devices with access to sensitive data (36 percent), and the increasing complexity of information technology (35 percent). 52 percent of respondents confirmed insider attacks against their organization in the previous 12 months (typically fewer than five attacks),… [Continue Reading]

Experimentation platform aims to streamline software delivery

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 3:47pm CET par Ian Barker

Development teams have turned to continuous delivery to help them adapt software features whilst rolling them out to customers. At the same time project management teams have used feedback mechanisms to get information on how well the software is working. The problem is that in many businesses these two operations are separate, which leads to delays and duplication of efforts. California-based Split wants to empower enterprises to make smarter product decisions with the launch of its Split Feature Experimentation Platform, a unified solution for continuous delivery and full-stack experimentation. "Today's digital transformation -- where software is core to every business… [Continue Reading]

New platform aims to protect connected medical devices

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 3:20pm CET par Ian Barker

Healthcare providers are spending a lot of money on connected devices. But this comes at a time when cyber attacks on healthcare targets are increasing with medical devices a prime target. Israeli start up Medigate has secured backing for a technology platform, that lets security teams defend networked medical devices from cyber attacks. It combines knowledge and understanding of medical workflow and device identity and protocols with the reality of today's cyber security threats. SEE ALSO: A quarter of UK healthcare IT pros not confident in response to cyber attacks Medigate aims to provide visibility into all medical devices connected… [Continue Reading]

Preinstalled EngineerMode app on OnePlus phones gives root access without unlocking the bootloader

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 2:36pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Rooting Android phones is fairly common these days, and it opens up the possibility of doing things that would not otherwise be an option. But if you are rooting your phone, you want it to be you who is in charge of the process. If you have a OnePlus phone, you may be interested -- and a little disturbed -- to learn that the company is preinstalling an app that acts as a backdoor to root access. The app is called EngineerMode and it is preinstalled on the OnePlus 3, 3T and 5. It is possible to exploit the app… [Continue Reading]

A quarter of UK healthcare IT pros not confident in response to cyber attacks

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 1:15pm CET par Ian Barker

According to a new report, one in four UK healthcare IT professionals aren't confident in their organization's ability to respond to cyber attacks. Research from network intelligence company Infoblox finds that disruption caused to the NHS by WannaCry in May 2017 means many healthcare organizations are preparing themselves for further ransomware attacks. However, a disturbing quarter of participating healthcare IT professionals in both the UK and the US report that their organization would be willing to pay a ransom in the event of a cyber attack. Of these, 85 percent of UK respondents and 68 percent of US have a… [Continue Reading]

Xbox One digital game gifting now available to everyone

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 12:24pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Buying an Xbox One game as a gift for Christmas, birthday, or other occasion no longer means having to hit the stores, or buy a gift card. Microsoft has now opened up digital game gifting to everyone. While this is not a completely new option, it was previously only possible to send games to people via Xbox Live. Now you can buy a digital game for a friend or family member, and send it to them via email. This method of gifting has been tested out through the Xbox Insider Program, and now Microsoft is ready to make it available… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft announces Skype Professional Account Preview

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 11:28am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Microsoft has announced the upcoming release of a Skype Professional Account desktop client. Due to launch in the US as a preview very soon, this is a business-focused build of Skype that offers a host of extra features. This includes the ability to book meeting, make notes and take payments, all from the comfort of a chat client. The aim is to reduce the number of tools and services anyone conducting a business online needs to use. For anyone who is already using Skype, Microsoft says that it will be very simple to port across a list of contacts. The… [Continue Reading]

Teledildonics sex toy maker blames software bug for recording its customers' vibrator sessions

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 10:36am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Teledildonics (remote sex) company Lovense has apologized for what it describes as a "minor bug" that resulted in audio recordings being made by an app used to control a sex toy. The Lovense Remote app allows for remote control of a paired vibrator via a smartphone, but users discovered that lengthy audio recordings of their sessions were also being made. The Hong Kong-based company insists that the audio recordings never leave the device and are automatically deleted, but users are concerned nevertheless. A user on Reddit called tydoctor was one of the first to bring the matter to light, saying:… [Continue Reading]

Linksys unveils RE9000 Max-Stream Tri-Band MU-MIMO AC3000 Wi-Fi Range Extender

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 2:59am CET par Brian Fagioli

Mesh networking is all the rage nowadays. If you aren't familiar with the concept, a mesh network links several access points into a single wireless network, providing improved range and speed. The problem with a mesh network, however, is that it requires you to purchase all new hardware. If you already own a great router, but need to eliminate a dead zone in your home, it might not make sense to invest in mesh right now. If you love your existing router but want to expand your Wi-Fi coverage, a range extender is a smart buy. It is a device… [Continue Reading]

Do you have a jailbroken Apple TV running Kodi? You are in danger of being hacked!

Publié: novembre 14, 2017, 1:15am CET par Brian Fagioli

The Apple TV has long been a wonderful device for consuming media on your big-screen television. From video to music, it is a great experience. Some people weren't satisfied with the default functionality, however, opting to jailbreak Apple's media box. In fact, the jailbroken Apple TV 2 was one of the most popular XBMC/Kodi boxes for this reason. Are you running one of those jailbroken Apple TV 2 devices? You should be worried then. You see, as the folks over at TVAddons warn, the jailbreak process installed OpenSSH by default. This means your network could be compromised by the fairly outdated media… [Continue Reading]

Mozilla Firefox 57 unveils new speedy Quantum browsing engine, revamps user interface

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 9:46pm CET par Nick Peers

Mozilla has placed Firefox 57.0 on its servers for download, ahead of its official release tomorrow. Also due imminently is Firefox for Android 57.0. The new release sees the debut of Mozilla’s next-generation browsing engine, Quantum. The new engine is paired with a major user-interface revamp boasting a more modern, pared-down look, plus feature highlights include improved Address Bar and redesigned new tab page. In addition there are major changes (with potentially significant consequences) to the browser’s extension support. The new browsing engine -- codenamed Electrolysis during its development, but redubbed Project Quantum -- has been built from the ground up to tap… [Continue Reading]

Android 8.1 Oreo will free up space by shrinking apps you don't use

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 9:15pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

We all have apps installed on our phones that we simply don't use. It might be that they once served a purpose that they no longer fulfil, and we just haven't got around to uninstalling, or it might be that we've downloaded an app, tried it once, and then forgotten about it. These unused apps are, essentially, just wasting space, and now Google is doing something about it. With Android 8.1 Oreo, when a device is running low on space, an automatic cleanup process will tidy after these unused apps. See also: Google clamps down on apps that misuse accessibility… [Continue Reading]

Google clamps down on apps that misuse accessibility API -- and it could affect your favorite apps

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 7:13pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google is launching a crackdown on apps that misuse Accessibility Services, threatening to remove them from the Play Store. The API was created specifically to help users with various disabilities, but developers have latched onto it as a way of increasing the functionality of their apps. The likes of Tasker, LastPass and Universal Copy are among the titles that make use of the Accessibility Services API, and they have been warned to either explain why they are using the API, stop using the API, or unpublish their app. Google has emailed a number of developers, telling them that they must… [Continue Reading]

New Kubernetes certification program helps deliver consistency in the cloud

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 7:12pm CET par Ian Barker

Over the last three years open source container platform, Kubernetes has been adopted by a diverse community of providers including some of the biggest names in the cloud. Now the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) is launching a Kubernetes Software Conformance Certification program, which ensures Certified Kubernetes products deliver consistency and portability. "The new Kubernetes Software Conformance Certification gives enterprise organizations the confidence that workloads that run on any Certified Kubernetes Distribution or Platform will work correctly on any other version," says Dan Kohn, executive director at the CNCF. "The interoperability that this program ensures is essential to Kubernetes meeting… [Continue Reading]

Red Hat Enterprise Linux gets ARM server support

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 7:08pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

While ARM has been slowly making inroads in the server market, it still has a long way to go before it can truly challenge the x86 architecture. Today, it makes a big step in the right direction thanks to Red Hat. The enterprise open-source company has officially added ARM support to its Red Hat Enterprise Linux (also known as RHEL) server distribution, after two years of testing with partners like Qualcomm. The first RHEL release to come with this feature is Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.4, which, the company says, is only a first step towards increasing the platform's reach… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft's Black Friday deals could save you a bundle on Surface and Xbox devices

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 6:09pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

It may be more than a week until Black Friday, but the big-name companies are already releasing details of the money-saving deals that will be available. Microsoft is one such company, and today it has revealed price cuts for Surface devices, the Xbox One S, Windows Mixed Reality headsets, and more. As well as offering savings of $329 off the Surface Pro i5 256GB, Microsoft also shares information about savings available from its partners -- including up to $300 off Windows 10 laptops. If you've been considering a Windows Mixed Reality headset but have been put off by the price,… [Continue Reading]

Companies will waste over $10 billion in cloud spending in the next year

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 4:27pm CET par Ian Barker

Wasted cloud spend over the next year could top $10 billion according to cloud management company RightScale. Complexity in pricing and billing is a key reason for wasted cloud spend. A typical cloud bill can contain millions of items that represent tens of thousands of different resource types and price points. AWS alone has more than 70,000 price points for compute instances. Cloud providers are also constantly changing their pricing and discount models. A further cause of waste is a decentralised approach, where departments and business units are able to set up their own cloud instances with no need to… [Continue Reading]

Survey highlights disconnect between security expectations and reality

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 4:15pm CET par Ian Barker

A new survey of IT decision makers shows that 89 percent are confident their organizations are in a good position to protect themselves from attacks, but four out of 10 are not taking steps to lock down information, putting themselves at risk of data loss. The study from security software company Varonis polled 500 IT decision makers in the UK, Germany, France and the US. Fifty-four percent of respondents believe their company will face a major attack in the next year. Data theft and data loss are seen as the top concerns, with 26 percent reporting that their organizations have… [Continue Reading]

New container firewall solution speeds up enterprise integration

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 1:16pm CET par Ian Barker

Containerization is increasingly a part of enterprise IT strategy, and like any other systems it needs to be properly secured. Container security specialist NeuVector is releasing a new version of its container firewall security solution with key security, integration, and UI additions, along with a version aimed specifically at enterprises. NeuVector 1.3 enhances critical protection across several fronts, including the ability to detect attacks that rely on tunneling. The new release also adds automatic forensic capture on every detected threat, and makes it simple for security teams to safeguard connections to and from external and legacy networks. The NeuVector solution… [Continue Reading]

Samsung announces Exynos 9810 flagship processor likely to power Galaxy S9

Publié: novembre 13, 2017, 11:18am CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Samsung does not reveal much information about a new flagship smartphone before launch day, but the homebrew processor that powers it is introduced in advance. So, it did not come as a surprise to see the Exynos 9 Series 8895 making its official debut ahead of the Galaxy S8. Things appear to be no different this time around. The Galaxy S9 is months away, yet Samsung just announced the Exynos 9 Series 9810 flagship processor that is likely to underpin it. At this stage, there are not many details out about it. Samsung says that it features third-generation custom CPU… [Continue Reading]

CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX CMK32GX4M4K4333C19 is world's fastest 32GB (4x8GB) DDR4 RAM kit

Publié: novembre 12, 2017, 6:35pm CET par Brian Fagioli

For many home computer users, a five or even 10-year-old PC can be powerful enough for their needs. For some other people -- gamers and enthusiasts, primarily -- a computer can never be quick enough. These consumers will spend massive amounts of money for the latest and greatest hardware to achieve the fastest speeds. If you like having the fastest hardware on your block -- whether you actually need it or just for bragging rights -- Corsair has a new memory kit that will tickle your fancy. The VENGEANCE LPX CMK32GX4M4K4333C19 kit runs at an insane 4,333MHz. This is the world's… [Continue Reading]

US government uses Texas shooter's iPhone to support its case for encryption backdoors

Publié: novembre 12, 2017, 4:01pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The inability of law enforcement agencies to access encrypted data stored on smartphones is a relatively new one, but it's one that really came into the spotlight with the San Bernardino shooting latest year. With the recent shooting in Texas, the US government is talking about the issue once again. We've already learned that the FBI has been unable to access data stored on the shooter's phone due to the fact that it's encrypted. We also know that Apple has been in contact with the FBI to offer help -- despite having previously said there was no way it could… [Continue Reading]

iPhone X is unresponsive in the cold and has a green line screen problem

Publié: novembre 12, 2017, 3:20pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Just days after the launch of the iPhone X, problems are starting to emerge with Apple's latest handset. Users are reporting various issues with the screen including the fact that it becomes unresponsive in cold conditions. On top of this, other iPhone X users have found that the screen suffers with a green line appearing at the side of the display. These reports are in addition to Apple's own warnings of the OLED-centric screen burn-in problems, and in spite of the fact that the iPhone X has been found to have the best display of any smartphone. See also: The… [Continue Reading]

Leaked: Here is the OnePlus 5T

Publié: novembre 11, 2017, 5:21pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

As is often the case -- whether planned or not -- details of upcoming handsets frequently leak out. Things are no different with OnePlus phones; in fact, it's one of the leakiest companies out there. With the launch of the OnePlus 5T in just a few days, it should come as little surprise that leaks mean we now know just about everything there is to know about the smartphone. Not exactly a million miles removed from the OnePlus 5, the 5T's full specs have been leaked, complete with photographs and a detailed reviewers' guide. The major news is that the… [Continue Reading]

Twitter pauses verification program after giving white supremacist the coveted blue tick

Publié: novembre 11, 2017, 4:26pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Head of Twitter, Jack Dorsey, has admitted that the company's verification system is "broken" after a blue tick was awarded to white supremacist Jason Kessler. There was a backlash this week after Kessler -- who helped to arrange the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville earlier in the year -- had his Twitter account verified. Responding to the negative reaction this prompted, Twitter announced that its verification program has been paused. The company also said that the verification tick had been largely misinterpreted by people. See also: Twitter more than doubles the length of user display names Twitter lets everyone… [Continue Reading]

Roku's latest remote can control more of your home

Publié: novembre 11, 2017, 1:33pm CET par Alan Buckingham

If you aren't using a Roku then you may be missing out on something special. The tiny streaming device has many features such as Netflix, Hulu and hundreds of other apps, including music ones. There is, however, much more that can be done if you integrate other products into the entertainment setup, but that can get pricey when you begin bringing in other products to control different items. It could also mean you regularly having to reach for other remote controls. The latest Roku products released last month, Roku Streaming Stick, Streaming Stick+ and Roku Ultra, come with a more advanced remote that may be… [Continue Reading]

Almost half of consumers are in the dark about AI

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 3:33pm CET par Ian Barker

According to a new study, 43 percent of consumers in the US and 46 percent in then UK say they have 'no idea what AI is about.' The research by business management software specialist Sage looks at major public concerns about AI and reveals what consumers and the tech community believe to be the greatest areas of potential impact. The majority of respondents are optimistic about the potential for AI to manage both personal and professional tasks. However, the data demonstrates the need for more education on the new opportunities AI can create to increase productivity and help build businesses.… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 2:49pm CET par Martin Brinkmann

Two-hundred-and-fifty-six in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft added options to the Microsoft Store version 11709.1001.7 and newer to shop for Surface hardware. This is only available in the US, UK and Australia for the time being however. As always, if I missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email instead. Discounts this week The following list… [Continue Reading]

Gmail accounts make up 30 percent of marketing databases

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 1:03pm CET par Ian Barker

The number of Gmail users subscribed to marketers' email programs has increased from 17 percent in 2014 to 30 percent today, according to new data released by Yes Lifecycle Marketing. The company analyzed more than 7 billion emails sent through its cross-channel communications platform Yesmail360i. According to the findings, Gmail users make up nearly half (49 percent) of new subscribers -- those who opted into a brand's email program within the last 90 days -- and 38 percent of subscribers who opted in over the last year. The report also finds that users of the 'Big Four' mail services --… [Continue Reading]

WikiLeaks: CIA source code leak shows agency impersonating Kaspersky

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 12:57pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Following on from its Vault 7 series of leaks relating to CIA hacking tools, WikiLeaks has kicked off a new series -- Vault 8. The purpose of this latest series is to reveal the source code of previously exposed hacking and surveillance tools, and the first release relates to Hive. The tool itself is interesting enough, serving as backbone to the CIA's malware operations, but there's more. What's intriguing about the first leak in the Vault 8 series is that it seems to show the agency impersonating Kaspersky, by making use of a fake certificate for the anti-virus company. See… [Continue Reading]

Facebook explains its creepy-sounding anti-revenge porn plan

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 11:34am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Facebook has revealed more details about how its test program for combating revenge porn works. The social network has been trialing a system which allows users to upload naked images of themselves to Facebook so the company can look out for and block others from sharing them. People were rather shocked at this idea, but even more so when it transpired that the uploaded nudes would be reviewed by Facebook employees. Keen to calm the storm that has whipped up around the issue, Facebook's global head of safety, Antigone Davis, has penned a blog post explaining that "we want to… [Continue Reading]

Twitter more than doubles the length of user display names

Publié: novembre 10, 2017, 9:07am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Signing up for any service meaning facing the username battle. There are two obstacles: is your still username available, and does it meet the necessary requirements. With Twitter, getting an @YourName handle is tricky because there are simply so many users (and bots), but there has long been a highly restrictive limit on the length of names -- just 15 characters. Twitter has long offered something of a compromise in allowing display names that are slightly longer -- but only up to 20 characters. Now, the company has announced that there are now more than twice as many characters to… [Continue Reading]

Google helps fake Microsoft software con victims out of money

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 8:21pm CET par Wayne Williams

Most people rely on and trust Google's search results. It’s what the company is best known for, after all. However, anyone searching for a copy of Microsoft’s video editing software is in for a nasty surprise. Windows Movie Maker was put out to pasture in January of this year, but its appeal is such that a fake version has arrived, and is conning people into parting with money thanks to an unlikely ally -- Google. If you search for "Windows Movie Maker" on Google Search, the top result is for a site at www.windows-movie-maker.org. Click the link, and you’ll be… [Continue Reading]

New self-service tool helps unlock customer data across ad platforms

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 6:00pm CET par Ian Barker

Advertising via platforms like Google and Facebook is popular, but any insights gained from using these services are difficult to apply elsewhere. Identity management company Drawbridge is launching a new Self Service Graph dashboard that gives marketers transparency into their cross-device data by letting them tap into the service, without requiring any engineering on the client side. It applies large-scale AI and patented machine learning technology to datapoints, such as resettable device identifiers, that Drawbridge receives. The company then creates a Connected Consumer Graph of customers and touchpoints, which brands can use to build more personalized experiences for their customers.… [Continue Reading]

Google Files Go is a new Android app that lets you manage and share files

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 4:55pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Google is getting ready to expand its collection of Android apps once more, as it just introduced a new title on Google Play. Currently available as a preview, Files Go lets you manage and share files and free up space on your smartphone or tablet. The app is split into two tabs, one that's called Storage, which helps you delete the app cache, remove files and get notifications for unused apps, and another, named Files, which is where you will find the file manager and the option to send and receive files. The Storage tab is populated with cards for… [Continue Reading]

84 percent of enterprises plan to move workloads to the cloud

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 3:49pm CET par Ian Barker

The need for greater scalability and flexibility, and a desire to avoid capital expenditures are driving enterprises to move more of their workloads to the cloud. A survey by hybrid cloud operations company OpsRamp of IT professionals in organizations with over 500 employees reveals that 84 percent are planning to move more work to the cloud in the next two years. The rapid pace of change is indicated by the fact that over 40 percent say their organization only moved to the cloud in the past two years. 50 percent say their organization's cloud adoption level is still developing, while… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft brings Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection to macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 3:47pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Microsoft has announced that it is teaming up with Bitdefender, Lookout, and Ziften to expand the reach of Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP). By partnering with the three major security firms, Microsoft is set to bring ATP to macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices. Bitdefender, Lookout, and Ziften will all feed threat detection information into one central resource, and this can then be used by security teams to keep an eye on all threats in a single location. While a trio of partnerships has just been announced, Microsoft says that this is just the start. There will be more… [Continue Reading]

Comodo launches free service to remove website malware

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 3:17pm CET par Ian Barker

Many recent security breaches have been caused by poor website safety, allowing hackers to exploit vulnerabilities to steal data. Cyber security company Comodo is launching a free malware removal service for websites to help businesses stay secure. Once a business submits a request Comodo's security operations center analysts will instantly remove all malware, perform hack repairs, including checking the files, databases and any malicious code running to remove infection from the site, and keep the customer fully updated. The free service is powered by Comodo's cWatch platform, which is paired with security operation centers (SOCs) globally to help fight malware… [Continue Reading]

Apple has already contacted the FBI with help to access the Texas shooter's phone

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 1:20pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Following the shooting at the weekend in a Texan church, the FBI revealed that it was unable to access the encrypted phone belonging to the gunman, Devin Patrick Kelley. While the FBI said that it did not want to reveal any specific details of the phone, it was widely believed to be an iPhone -- and now Apple has revealed that it has already been in contact with the agency. The iPhone-maker says that it got in touch with the FBI "immediately" to offer help in accessing the gunman's phone. See also: FBI can't access data on Texas shooter's encrypted… [Continue Reading]

How machine learning is set to shake up marketing

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 12:39pm CET par Ian Barker

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are expanding their reach into many areas of business, and marketing is no exception. B2B marketing specialist Engagio has produced an infographic looking at how marketers can incorporate the latest technology into their own account based marketing strategies. Among its key points are that machine learning will have a $15.3 billion total market value by 2019, and while only 27 percent of marketers currently use AI, 51 percent plan to use it in the future. In addition 30 percent say automation saves them time and 25 percent say it provides insights into big data. More… [Continue Reading]

Apple expands its Everyone Can Code initiative around the world

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 12:00pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Originally limited to just the US, Apple's "Everyone Can Code" initiative has now been opened up to over 20 universities and colleges around the world. The expansion takes the coding curriculum to Australia's RMIT, Plymouth University in the UK and many other establishments. The aim is to give people the chance to learn how to code, using the App Development with Swift curriculum for online and on-campus courses. The year-long course serves as an introduction to coding, and is open to students of all levels of ability. The Everyone Can Code initiative was launched earlier in the year, spreading to… [Continue Reading]

If you send nudes to Facebook for revenge porn protection, the photos will be checked by humans

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 10:28am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Facebook caused more than a little eye-rolling with its anti-revenge porn program which requires users to upload the naked images of themselves that they would like to protect. It had been assumed that the entire process would be automated, making use purely of algorithms to analyze images and protect privacy. This assumption was wrong. Facebook says that in actual fact an employee -- an actual human being -- will have to review the nude images that are sent in. See also: Facebook: send nudes and we'll protect you against revenge porn Transparency: Facebook to force political ads to disclose funding… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft uses Artificial Intelligence for all-new LinkedIn-powered 'Resume Assistant' for Word

Publié: novembre 9, 2017, 2:12am CET par Brian Fagioli

If you are currently unemployed, underemployed, or simply looking to change jobs, I urge you to create a LinkedIn profile if you haven't already. The days of showing up at a job with a pen to complete an application is largely dead. Heck, many employers don't even want you to email them a resume nowadays -- some just ask for your LinkedIn profile instead. Don't have one? You are out of luck. But OK, some employers do still ask for a traditional resume, so it is good to be prepared just in case. Today, Microsoft announces that it will make… [Continue Reading]

Microsoft releases feature-packed Windows 10 Redstone 4 Build 17035 to the Fast ring... but not for everyone

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 8:58pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft is busy working on the next big feature update for Windows 10, codenamed Redstone 4, and today it releases a new build for Windows Insiders on the Fast ring (and Skip Ahead). It’s been a fortnight since we last had a new build as Microsoft encountered some major bugs that meant it wasn’t able to push out a new version last week. Build 17035 comes with some exciting new features and improvements, but unfortunately not everyone will be able to install it. Announcing the new build, Brandon LeBlanc, Senior Program Manager, Microsoft, explains: Due to a bug that causes… [Continue Reading]

Samsung Galaxy Note8 gets new 'Deepsea Blue' color option in the USA

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 8:34pm CET par Brian Fagioli

If you are in the market for an Android smartphone, now is an exciting time. There are so many excellent models from which to choose -- a great problem to have. Of course, you can never go wrong with a Samsung flagship, and the company’s latest such smartphone -- the Galaxy Note8 -- should delight you in more ways than one. It is powerful, beautiful, and offers one of the best cameras on the market. Today, Samsung announces that its popular Note8 will soon be getting a new color in the USA -- Deepsea Blue. "The Galaxy Note8 Deepsea Blue… [Continue Reading]

Controversial Bitcoin hard fork Segwit2x has been shelved

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 8:03pm CET par Wayne Williams

Bitcoin investors, myself included, have had November 16 marked on their calendars for a while. This is when (roughly) it was anticipated the latest Bitcoin hard fork -- Segwit2x, or 2x for short -- would take place. The aim of the plan was to trigger a block size increase at block 494784 via a software upgrade. As was the case with the Bitcoin Cash hard fork, investors were expecting to receive an amount of the new Bitcoin2x asset on the Bitcoin2x blockchain. As trading platform Coinbase previously explained to its users, anyone storing Bitcoin on Coinbase at the time of… [Continue Reading]

FBI can't access data on Texas shooter's encrypted phone

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 7:21pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

With echoes of the San Bernardino shooting from a couple of years ago, the FBI has revealed that it is unable to break the encryption on the phone belonging to Devin Patrick Kelley, the gunman who killed 26 people in Texas at the weekend. The agency has not said what make or model of phone they are not able to access, and this is information that will not be revealed -- and for very good reason, says the FBI. Despite the agency's desire for secrecy, there is strong speculation that the device is an iPhone. See also: FBI won't have… [Continue Reading]

Facebook: send nudes and we'll protect you against revenge porn

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 6:00pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Revenge porn is one of the latest online problems, and it's one to which it would seem difficult to come up with a solution. Facebook, however, thinks it has the answer. If you're willing to share your nude photos with the social network, it will use them to protect you against revenge porn attacks. It's an idea that sounds like utter madness, but Facebook is at pains to convince users that it's actually a brilliant solution. Compromising images that are shared with Facebook will be hashed to create a digital fingerprint which the company can then use to identify the… [Continue Reading]

Enterprises are risking an IoT technology time bomb

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 4:59pm CET par Ian Barker

The increased use of connected devices leads to significant security challenges for 77 percent of enterprises, according to a new survey. The study conducted by Forrester for IoT security company ForeScout Technologies also reveals that 82 percent struggle to identify all of their network-connected devices, and when asked who is primarily responsible for securing IoT, IT and line of business (LoB), leaders don't have a clear answer or measure of ownership. 54 percent of respondents say that they have anxiety due to IoT security, with LoB leaders showing more concern (58 percent) compared to their IT counterparts (51 percent). Budget… [Continue Reading]

SoftMaker releases Office 2018 with enhanced Thunderbird

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 4:22pm CET par Chris Wiles

You have to admire some of the recent design work from Microsoft. Windows 10 has transitioned into a robust and visually-appealing operating system, whilst Office 2016 really is a superb, well-designed, cross-platform office suite. In addition, Office 365 offers reasonably priced subscription and includes a fair number of licenses for your devices. We have Office 365 installed on our Mac and Windows computers and it’s seamless switching between the two platforms. So, why would you need anything else? That’s certainly a valid question. We do not see too many Office 365 subscribers complaining about the price and home users can pick… [Continue Reading]

90 percent of IT pros worry about public cloud security

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 4:15pm CET par Ian Barker

New research commissioned by network testing, visibility, and security vendor Ixia reveals that more than 90 percent of respondents are concerned about data and application security in public clouds. In addition nearly 60 percent report that public cloud environments make it more difficult to obtain visibility into data traffic. The study carried out by Dimensional Research among 350 IT professionals responsible for cloud deployments and management in companies larger than 1,000 employees also finds that 88 percent have experienced a business related issue from a lack of visibility into public cloud traffic. The three top challenges presented by this lack… [Continue Reading]

New endpoint protection platform aims to stop targeted attacks

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 3:04pm CET par Ian Barker

Increasingly attacks against businesses and government organizations are targeted against a specific entity. The latest platform from endpoint protection specialist Endgame uses enhanced attack mapping and automated guidance to empower users of any skill level to stop even the most aggressive attacks. Endgame realized that security technologies fail to protect organizations from targeted attacks for three reasons -- they lack sufficient scope of attack coverage, they're too slow to detection, and they lack the required guidance and skills to uncover malicious activity in time to stop it. With this new release, Endgame aims to solve those challenges by giving security… [Continue Reading]

SJCAM SJ6 Legend action camera review

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 2:54pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Of all the action cameras that I have used, the SJCAM SJ5000X Elite is probably the one I liked the most. The video quality was top-notch, it was well made and it also got lots of updates. The SJ6 Legend has replaced it, but does it live up to its predecessor? The new action camera is similar in terms of specs, but thanks to some key changes it makes for a much more interesting proposition. But how does it perform? I've tested the SJ6 Legend to find out. What's in the box Not much has changed in the accessory department… [Continue Reading]

More than seven billion records exposed in 2017 data breaches

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 12:09pm CET par Ian Barker

The first three quarters of 2017 have seen 3,833 breaches reported, exposing over seven billion records, according to a new report. But the study by Risk Based Security reveals that 78.5 percent of all records exposed came from just five breaches. Compared to the same period in 2016, the number of reported breaches is up 18.2 percent and the number of exposed records is up 305 percent. The number of breaches confirmed to have exposed a million or more records now stands at 69 for the year. Inadvertent online disclosure remains the leading cause of records compromised in 2017, accounting… [Continue Reading]

Twitter lets everyone send 280-character tweets -- and infuriates with maddening circle icon

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 11:54am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After a few weeks of testing with a limited number of users, Twitter is rolling out 280-character tweets to (nearly) everyone -- but says that very few of the testers reached this limit. With the 140-character limit, says Twitter, just 9 percent of tweets hit the upper limit; with 280 characters to play with, this drops to 1 percent. The increase has divided opinion on Twitter, but the company's decision to replace the simple character countdown -- to warn how much more you could type -- with a bizarre circular icon has been given a rather negative reception. See also:… [Continue Reading]

Opera 49 adds editable elements to its screen capture tool, rolls out VR headset support

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 11:00am CET par Nick Peers

Opera Software has unveiled Opera 49, the latest version of its Chromium-powered browser for Windows, Mac and Linux. Opera 49’s headline new feature is a major update to its new snapshot tool, with editing features, a selfie mode and support for emoji. Elsewhere, the VR headset support previewed in the Developer release has also been included, along with a new 'easy setup' button offering convenient access to key settings. Opera’s headline update sees its recently introduced Snapshot screen-capture tool gain several major features, chief of which are a selection of new annotation tools. Once captured, users will see a row… [Continue Reading]

Ubiquiti Labs unveils VPN-like AmpliFi Teleport to bypass location restrictions with Netflix, Hulu, and more

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 5:12am CET par Brian Fagioli

Ubiquiti Networks is a very respected company in the networking market. Its high-end hardware is used by many in the enterprise. Under its "Ubiquiti Labs" branding, however, the company recently entered the home consumer space with the "AmpliFi" mesh wireless router system. That product is exceptional -- my current recommended home router for anyone that will listen. It gets plenty of timely updates, looks beautiful, and offers both wonderful speed and coverage. Seriously, folks, it rocks. Today, Ubiquiti Labs unveils its next home consumer product. Called "AmpliFi Teleport," it is a little box that promises to route your on-the-go internet traffic… [Continue Reading]

SteelSeries launches 'Arctis 3 Bluetooth' gaming headset with simultaneous wired and wireless audio

Publié: novembre 8, 2017, 2:30am CET par Brian Fagioli

Wireless headsets are my favorite, although wired variants are my favorite too. Is that sentence nonsensical and devoid of logic? Not really, but sort of. All kidding aside, it is totally possible that someone can prefer using a cable in one scenario, while opting to go wire-free in another. Case in point, when I am at home on my gaming PC, I prefer a wired headset. Why? Because I am sitting in a chair in front of a monitor -- having to charge a headset in that case is silly. When I am in my living room or on the… [Continue Reading]

The myth of cloud insecurity

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 11:46pm CET par John B. Wood

It’s not exactly clear when the term "cloud" was first used to describe shared pools for configurable IT resources. However, it’s safe to say that it started creeping into our lexicon less than ten years ago. Back then, the official definition of cloud was even less clear than it is today. Regardless of what the cloud actually was, this mysterious cloud entity was widely assumed to be unsafe. That said, even from the beginning, I saw that the cloud offered many security advantages, especially to smaller companies that couldn’t afford to make infrastructure investments and hire many highly-skilled staff to… [Continue Reading]

Home tech gifts: Which products are topping consumer wish lists?

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 8:37pm CET par Christy Matte

Our ongoing obsession with electronics shows no sign of cooling off, but consumers are showing an increased interest in connected devices, according to CES trends, market research from Parks Associates, and Amazon Wish List rankings. While gaming and mobile devices continue to be favorite gift items, many consumers are just beginning to embrace the idea of a smart home. As they do, smart and connected products are seeing a rise in popularity. Some consumers shop independently for smart products, while others seek to purchase easy-bundled solutions from home security companies and ISPs. As consumers are creating wish lists for housewarming presents,… [Continue Reading]

A guide for mastering endpoint management

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 8:04pm CET par Dana Ragsdill

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) has emerged over the last couple of years as a new approach to help IT teams better manage a growing number of devices in an increasingly distributed work environment, by uniting traditional endpoint management and mobile device management (MDM). Yet successfully integrating the two commonly disparate approaches is easier said than done. In fact, many teams find themselves overwhelmed by the thought of figuring out where to even begin marrying both approaches, resulting in continued separate workflows and lingering inefficiencies. For the modern enterprise looking to maintain both its security posture and digital relevancy, however, the… [Continue Reading]

9th anniversary of Bitcoin: Is the war between cryptocurrencies and governments over?

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 7:51pm CET par Natalia Karayaneva

The global real estate market is worth $217 trillion, and one-third of income-generating real estate transactions are cross-border. But cross-border real estate transactions are notoriously complicated and rife with delays and impediments inherent to antiquated property rights registrations systems. However, an American’s purchase of $60,000 apartment in Kiev may change everything. In September, TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington remotely purchased a $60,000 apartment in Kiev in a deal that will change real estate forever. The transaction was the world’s first real estate transaction on the distributed public blockchain network Ethereum, and it has opened the floodgates for real asset transfers on the blockchain.… [Continue Reading]

Ethereum wallet vulnerability freezes hundreds of millions of dollars

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 6:32pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Ethereum is a hugely promising blockchain technology which has really taken off this year, thanks in no small part to the backing of major companies like Microsoft, Intel and Cisco. It is also super valuable as a cryptocurrency, being worth around $28 billion, and a great platform for ICOs (Initial Coin Offerings). So, many startups are now turning to Ethereum to raise money, and the way that they are doing it is through smart contracts. Only problem is, they are not bullet-proof, as a newly-uncovered vulnerability in a popular wallet puts hundreds of millions of dollars at risk. The wallet in question is… [Continue Reading]

Amazon makes Fire TV Stick available in over 100 countries

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 6:27pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Not long after releasing the original Amazon Fire TV as a small set-top box, Amazon shrunk its player down into stick form. It's a small dongle that plugs directly into an HDMI port on your TV or monitor, or even an HDMI switch if you'd like to easily move between sources. Now the retail giant is opening up the market for the Fire TV Stick to people around the globe, bringing entertainment to everyone. The new Basic Edition is available in over 100 countries and territories. "Last year, we made Amazon Prime Video available to customers globally, and today, we’re building on that momentum as… [Continue Reading]

Google adds restaurant wait times to Search and Maps

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 5:05pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Search for a restaurant using Google, and you're already told the times of day at which a particular place is busiest. But Google is about to make this information even more useful. The fact that a restaurant is busy at 3PM on a Thursday afternoon doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to wait ages for service -- there may be more staff working, for instance. A new update to Google Search -- and Maps is to follow -- means you'll be able to see estimated wait times as well. See also: Android users, you may soon be able to buy audiobooks… [Continue Reading]

Public cloud and SaaS monitoring added to security operations platform

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 4:48pm CET par Ian Barker

The use of SaaS applications and cloud infrastructure is becoming more widespread, but robust cyber security operations policies are often lacking for these environments. The proliferation of these services has blurred the traditional security perimeter of the enterprise, creating a growing need to unify the security and operational policies of on-premises, SaaS and public cloud infrastructure to ensure visibility into systems and data. Security operations center (SOC) as a service company Arctic Wolf Networks is meeting this need by adding SaaS application and public cloud infrastructure monitoring to its CyberSOC platform. This addition will help ensure customers stay secure and… [Continue Reading]

Twitter blames a failure to take context into account for its block on LGBTQ searches

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 4:05pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Over the weekend, users noticed that a number of search terms -- such as bisexual -- appeared to be blocked on Twitter. Having said "we've identified an error with search results for certain terms. We apologize for this. We’re working quickly to resolve & will update soon," Twitter has finally explained what happened. Perhaps predictably there's -- assuming you believe Twitter -- nothing sinister going on. Instead, the company's latest policy changes, which took extra measures to block sexual content, meant that its automated systems were being rather heavy-handed in censoring certain content, completely failing to take context into consideration.… [Continue Reading]

One in five security professionals still uses paper to manage privileged passwords

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 3:57pm CET par Ian Barker

A new study from identity management company One Identity reveals a worrying level of mismanagement of privileged accounts. The survey of over 900 IT security professionals carried out by Dimensional Research finds 18 percent of respondents admit to using paper-based logs, and 36 percent are using equally inadequate spreadsheets for tracking privileged accounts. The survey also finds that two-thirds (67 percent) of companies are relying on two or more tools to manage these accounts -- indicating widespread inconsistency in privileged access management (PAM). A majority (57 percent) admit to only monitoring some privileged accounts, or not monitoring privileged access at… [Continue Reading]

Threat intelligence platform adds analyst assessments to machine learning

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 3:10pm CET par Ian Barker

Companies are increasingly turning to AI and machine learning solutions to combat cyber threats, but sometimes there is no substitute for the insight that comes with human analysis. Threat intelligence specialist Recorded Future recognizes this and is expanding its platform to give security operations centers access to analyst-originated intelligence to offer relevant expert insights and analysis needed for operational improvements and targeted risk reduction. "To effectively combat the risks of cyber attacks, defenders need intelligence from the widest range of sources in real-time," says Dr Christopher Ahlberg, CEO and co-founder at Recorded Future. "The direct access to analyst insights combined… [Continue Reading]

The iPhone X has the best display of any smartphone

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 2:29pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

DisplayMate -- the display calibration and benchmarking firm -- has put the iPhone X through its paces and has come to the conclusion that it has the best smartphone display ever. This is an accolade that DisplayMate handed to the Samsung Galaxy S8 back in April, and with the iPhone X display having been supplied by Samsung, the new award is perhaps not a surprise. While there have been some minor concerns about Apple's switch to an OLED panel, the move has definitely paid off. Apple is praised for the careful calibration it has put into the iPhone X's screen,… [Continue Reading]

New partner program lets service providers offer erasure as a service

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 12:57pm CET par Ian Barker

One of the areas that can often be overlooked when companies are formulating data protection strategies is what happens to information at the end of its life. It's important to dispose of unneeded information securely and data erasure specialist Blancco Technology Group is offering a new erasure as a service (EaaS) process. It's making this available through a partner program so that managed service providers can integrate it into their IT service offerings. Since launching the EaaS program, the company has signed deals with 14 global and regional partners, some of which are the world's most respected IT service providers,… [Continue Reading]

EFF: Twitter users have a First Amendment right not to be blocked by President Trump

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 12:13pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The Electronic Frontier Foundation has told a court that Donald Trump's blocking of users who criticize him on Twitter is a violation of their First Amendment rights. The digital rights group says that people have a "constitutional right to receive government messages transmitted through social media and participate in the forums created by them." The EFF argues that Trump's use of Twitter has become a hallmark of his presidency, and by blocking individuals he is denying them access to the policy details and other information he frequently disseminates through tweets. See also: EFF criticizes iOS 11's 'misleading' Bluetooth and Wi-Fi… [Continue Reading]

Xbox One X celebration giveaway -- win a Microsoft console and free video game!

Publié: novembre 7, 2017, 1:07am CET par Brian Fagioli

Tomorrow is Xbox One X release day, and we here at BetaNews are very excited. Microsoft has created the most powerful video game console of all time. Besides playing 4K video -- including UHD Blu-ray -- it can handle 4K gaming too. Yes, folks, you will finally be able to leverage that new 4K TV for incredible graphic detail. To celebrate the Xbox One X release, we are giving away an Xbox One console. In fact, it is the exact console as seen in the video here. While it is "only" an original Xbox One, it is actually a fairly rare… [Continue Reading]

Paradise Papers: details of Apple's tax arrangements revealed in leaked documents

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 8:06pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The Paradise Papers -- a massive cache of documents leaked to newspapers and journalists -- reveal the tax avoidance strategies used by millionaires, billionaires and businesses around the world. The leaks comprise over 13 million documents, and it shows the financial structure and offshore accounts for many big-name companies. Included in the list is Apple -- a company already known to have taken advantage of the "double Irish" tax loophole in Ireland to massively reduce its tax bill. The Paradise Papers show that Apple made use of another tax haven after it faced criticism for its exploitation of Irish taxes… [Continue Reading]

AMD and Intel join forces for exciting new processors

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 7:52pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Coke and Pepsi. Ford and Chevy. Intel and AMD. These are examples of competing products where consumers are often very passionate. For instance, I would refuse to own a Chevy or a General Motors vehicle based on my love for Ford. I have a similar feeling for AMD, although I have strayed to Intel for my PC builds on occasion. Having competing companies work together is almost sacrilege, but not unprecedented. Bill Gates, father of Windows, now uses Linux by way of Android. Apple Music is available for Android. And now, the unthinkable has happened. AMD and Intel are partnering… [Continue Reading]

OnePlus 5T launches in Brooklyn on November 16 -- and you can be there

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 6:53pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Just a few days ago it was confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 5T will have a 3.5mm headphone jack. Rumors and leaks have already given a hint of the specs and a release date, but there has been very little official news from OnePlus. Until now. The phone maker has announced that the OnePlus 5T will be unveiled next week at an event in Brooklyn, New York. The event -- dubbed "A New View" -- will take place at 11:00AM EST (4:00PM GMT / 5:00PM CET) on November 16 and can also be viewed online. In a couple of days,… [Continue Reading]

Broadcom wants to buy Qualcomm for $130 billion

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 4:11pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Broadcom today officially reveals that it wants to buy rival chip maker Qualcomm, in a deal that is currently valued at $130 billion. If Qualcomm accepts, this would be the most expensive acquisition in tech history. Broadcom says that it is willing to pay $70 per share, $60 in cash and the remaining $10 in Broadcom shares, which represents a "28 percent premium over the closing price" for Qualcomm shares on November 2. That is when rumors of the deal started. Throughout the day, Qualcomm shares traded between $53.86 and $54.84, based on information from Google Finance. At the time… [Continue Reading]

New router-based solution protects home IoT devices

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 4:04pm CET par Ian Barker

As we bring more and more smart devices into our homes, we potentially open ourselves up to a variety of new risks with devices opening back doors into networks or falling prey to botnets. German antivirus company Avira is launching a new approach to home security which needs no new infrastructure on the domestic network and no configuration done by the user. SafeThings sits within the home router and works with cloud-based machine learning. Avira licenses the product to router manufacturers and internet service providers, enabling them to protect networks from misuse and to deliver value-added IoT security services directly… [Continue Reading]

Solix launches free GDPR readiness tool

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 3:13pm CET par Ian Barker

With the GDPR implementation date of May 18th 2018 drawing ever nearer, organizations are looking to review their data management processes in order to avoid being hit with fines. Big data application provider Solix Technologies is launching a range of new data governance capabilities and assessment services to address GDPR readiness and compliance, in addition to a free online GDPR readiness grading tool. The Solix Common Data Platform (CDP) is an application framework for data-driven enterprises. Key capabilities include uniform data collection of structured and unstructured data, data governance and retention management, data security and access control, enterprise archiving, and… [Continue Reading]

Amazon applies its own discounts to third-party sellers

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 2:56pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Amazon is gearing up for Thanksgiving and Christmas with a new discount scheme. The online retailer has introduced a new "Discount provided by Amazon" tag, discounting independent merchants' prices -- at its own cost -- by up to 9 percent. This is the first time Amazon has taken control of third party pricing, and in shouldering the cost itself the company is helping to ensure competitive pricing across the board, keeping customers on the site. The move sees Amazon effectively price matching the likes of Walmart and other retailers, without requiring merchants to take a hit on their own profits.… [Continue Reading]

Weird iOS 11.1 bug autocorrects i to A -- here's how to fix it

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 12:21pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you've updated your iPhone or iPad to iOS 11.1, you may well have encountered a strange autocorrect bug. Type an "i" and it could well be replaced by an uppercase A followed by a symbol. Apple is aware of the peculiar bug and is working on a patch. Until this is released, the company is suggesting a workaround. The predictive text issue has been spotted in iMessage, Instagram, Twitter and other apps, but it does not seem to be affecting everyone who is running iOS 11.1. There's no word on exactly when a patch will be issued, but there… [Continue Reading]

70 percent of European IT decision makers see Brexit as a business opportunity

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 12:19pm CET par Ian Barker

Britain's decision to leave the European Union has sparked mixed emotions in the business world, but a new survey of over 800 IT decision-makers across Europe reveals that most see Brexit as an opportunity. In the survey of over 800 European IT decision-makers by cloud and network provider Interoute, 70 percent overall believe that Britain leaving the EU is an opportunity for their company. Business confidence surrounding Britain leaving the EU was highest in France (83 percent) and Belgium (78 percent) but lowest in Sweden (49 percent). While the outlook surrounding Brexit was generally positive across Europe, 63 percent of… [Continue Reading]

One in four UK workers maliciously leaks business data via email

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 11:53am CET par Ian Barker

New research into insider threats reveals that 24 percent of UK employees have deliberately shared confidential business information outside their company. The study from privacy and risk management specialist Egress Software Technologies also shows that almost half (46 percent) of respondents say they have received a panicked email recall request, which is not surprising given more than a third (37 percent) say they don’t always check emails before sending them. The survey of 2,000 UK workers who regularly use email as part of their jobs shows the biggest human factor in sending emails in error is listed as 'rushing' (68 percent).… [Continue Reading]

Twitter pledges to fix 'error' that hides bisexual search results

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 10:51am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Twitter faced criticism over the weekend after it was discovered that the search term "bisexual" appeared to have been blocked. Users noticed that searching for the word returned no news or photo results, leading to claims of censorship and discrimination. The company refers to the issue as "an error with search results for certain terms" and is "working quickly to resolve" it. See also: Twitter clarifies rules about abuse, violence, adult content -- promises a further update on November 22 Twitter shares timetable for tackling abuse transparently between now and January Leaked email: Twitter introduces yet more rules in latest… [Continue Reading]

Apple warns of iPhone X screen burn-in problems

Publié: novembre 6, 2017, 10:07am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The iPhone X launched to much excitement last week, and Apple's latest handset has received glowing reviews. But the company has issued a warning about the Super Retina display -- despite describing it as the "best OLED display that has ever shipped in a smartphone." Just like Google's Pixel 2 XL, Apple warns that the iPhone X could suffer from "burn-in" issues. The company also refers to "slight visual changes" such as "image persistence" that may follow extended long-term use -- but offers up a few tips to minimize the problems. See also: iPhone X launches to lengthy queues as… [Continue Reading]

Altice USA to launch MVNO cell service using lowly Sprint network

Publié: novembre 5, 2017, 10:16pm CET par Brian Fagioli

While it has a large presence in Europe, Altice is a fairly new name in the USA. The company recently bought Cablevision -- the cable TV and internet provider that serves Long Island and other areas in the New York Tri-State area. The company even offers VOIP telephone service, making it a traditional "triple play" provider. Today, Altice USA announces its intentions to enter the cell phone service business too. No, the company is not putting up new cell towers or anything ambitious such as that. Actually, Altice USA will become a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO). If you aren't familiar,… [Continue Reading]

T-Mobile and Sprint kill merger talks

Publié: novembre 5, 2017, 12:08pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

After weeks of rumors and speculation about a possible merger between T-Mobile and Sprint, the two companies have spoken out and said their discussions have amounted to nothing. In joint statements, the telecoms firms announced that merger talks have come to an end. The companies were "unable to find mutually agreeable terms," and the decision has been made to "put an end to the extensive speculation around a transaction." President and CEO of Sprint, Marcelo Claure, said: "While we couldn't reach an agreement to combine our companies, we certainly recognize the benefits of scale through a potential combination. However, we… [Continue Reading]

Something you gotta know about iPhone X

Publié: novembre 5, 2017, 3:40am CET par Joe Wilcox

I consider myself lucky, although some commenters (you know who you are) will disagree, by successfully ordering from Verizon Wireless the iPhone X for delivery on launch day—November 3rd. A FedEx driver brought the anticipated package to my door yesterday afternoon. I hauled down to Apple Store to purchase AppleCare+ before my grubby paws caressed the steel rims (vroom) and generous glass (screen measures 5.8 inches diagonally). Replacing iPhone 7 Plus, which features and benefits greatly satisfy, is a bit extravagant. But I wanted the X to review and for its smaller size but larger display—understanding caveats: Home button's removal… [Continue Reading]

Broadcom may buy Qualcomm for $100 billion

Publié: novembre 4, 2017, 10:32am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Broadcom could be on the verge of carrying out the biggest technology acquisition in history. The chipmaker is said to be planning a $100 billion bid for smartphone chip supplier Qualcomm. It is possible that the bid could be even higher. While the deal has not been officially announced, people familiar with the matter say the offer could be just days away. If Broadcom does go ahead with the purchase of Qualcomm, it would create a $200 billion company. Neither company is speaking out about the potential deal at the moment, but the acquisition would create a wireless chip powerhouse… [Continue Reading]

TorMoil flaw leaks IP addresses of Mac and Linux Tor users

Publié: novembre 4, 2017, 10:01am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

If you're using Tor, you're almost certainly doing so because you're looking for privacy and anonymity. But a newly discovered critical vulnerability has been discovered in the Mac and Linux versions of the browser that means IP addresses may be leaked. The bug was discovered by security firm We Are Segment and was reported to Tor. While a proper patch is yet to be created, a fix has been released, and Tor users are strongly advised to install it. The problem was reported to the Tor Project on October 26 by We Are Segment CEO Filippo Cavallarin. The firm explains:… [Continue Reading]

Razer unveils 'Naga Trinity' gaming mouse and 'Tartarus V2' keypad

Publié: novembre 4, 2017, 4:33am CET par Brian Fagioli

Razer may be a smartphone maker nowadays, but don't think for a second the company has forgotten its roots. True, Razer is branching out to other businesses, but it is still a gaming peripheral company at its core. To drive that point home, today, Razer unveils two new hardcore PC gaming peripherals -- the "Naga Trinity" gaming mouse and "Tartarus V2" gaming keypad. These are two very intriguing products -- evolutions of prior peripheral generations -- both of which focus heavily on complicated multiplayer games, such as MOBA and MMO. The mouse has a replaceable left side, which can give… [Continue Reading]

Netflix reopens Android beta program on Google Play

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 9:29pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

This should not come as a surprise to anyone reading this wonderful website, but here at BetaNews we love beta software. The prospect of trying new features and changes before they make it into production gets us pretty excited. That's why, for instance, we check out every Windows 10 preview build we can install -- thanks, Microsoft! I also have to thank Google, this time around for feeding our addiction of betas on the mobile side. Many major developers have embraced this option, opening programs so that enthusiasts can help improve their favorite apps. Netflix is the latest to (re)join… [Continue Reading]

Audacity unveils new themed look along with other interface updates

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 6:11pm CET par Nick Peers

Open-source sound recording, editing and mixing tool Audacity 2.2.0 has been released for Windows, Mac and Linux, around two years after version 2.1.0 made its bow. Version 2.2.0’s highlights include support for themes -- with a choice of four provided, plus reorganization of the program’s menus, additional help buttons and a major code overhaul. Audacity opens with a significantly new look compared to the previous release -- by default, a new Light theme is set, with square buttons that attempt to emulate the flatter, more minimal look found on modern-day OSes. It’s more macOS than Windows 10, and if you… [Continue Reading]

Dashlane 5 and 1Password 7 support Face ID -- which password manager will you choose?

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 5:08pm CET par Chris Wiles

Using more than one password is somewhat essential. Remembering all your passwords is a lot trickier. Remembering them and keeping them safe is even tougher. There are plenty of password managers out there, but which one do you choose? We’re big fans of 1Password, primarily due to the seamless cross-device synchronization. Using a dedicated password manager offers a number of advantages. Every time you create a website login, the password is saved to your manager. If you need to create a secure password, it can do this too. Next time you open your smartphone, you’ll find your password has appeared… [Continue Reading]

Twitter clarifies rules about abuse, violence, adult content -- promises a further update on November 22

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 5:00pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Twitter seems to be fighting something of a losing battle against abuse on its platform, as well as failing to successfully clamp down on all manner of content that supposedly violates its terms of use. In its latest attempt to get things sorted, the company has -- once again -- updated its rules. The company's latest changes specifically take in the issues of abusive behavior, self-harm, spam, graphic violence and adult content. The announcement is in keeping with Twitter's recently announced timetable for tackling abuse, as is the promise that further changes will be revealed on November 22. See also:… [Continue Reading]

Steam: Gamers abandoning Windows 10 in huge numbers

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 2:34pm CET par Wayne Williams

Microsoft has -- for the moment at least -- stopped updating its official Windows market share page, which means if you want to see how well the various flavors of Windows are doing, you have three options. StatCounter’s latest update shows Windows 10 closing in on Windows 7, while NetMarketShare’s figures have the new OS still a long way off reaching that milestone. The third option is Steam’s monthly user survey, which shows the state of things from the gamers’ perspective. Usually Windows 10 is by far the most popular OS but in October its share tumbled, while Windows 7’s… [Continue Reading]

Best Windows 10 apps this week

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 1:38pm CET par Martin Brinkmann

Two-hundred-and-fifty-five in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Windows Store in the past seven days. Microsoft announced this week that it will end the free upgrade offer to Windows 10 for customers who use assistive technologies this year. As always, if I missed an app or game that has been released this week that you believe is particularly good, let me know in the comments below or notify me via email instead. Discounts this week The following list is a selection of the best deals. Make sure… [Continue Reading]

iPhone X launches to lengthy queues as Apple shares hit a record high

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 1:18pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

The day that millions of people have been waiting for has finally arrived: it's iPhone X launch day. Around the world, thousands of hopeful shoppers queued up to get their hands on the latest handset. And there was double cause for Apple to celebrate. The lengthy lines put pay to suggestions that there was little interest in the iPhone X, and the company also announced its fourth quarter earnings. The news was so good, Apple's shares soared to a record high in after-hours trading. See also: Privacy: 'Bottom feeders' could exploit the access Apple gives developers to iPhone X facial… [Continue Reading]

Data protection and edge computing in the Industrial Internet of Things [Q&A]

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 11:57am CET par Ian Barker

As the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) takes hold across multiple industries, buzz around edge computing is growing in parallel as operators evolve to push more and more computing power to the edge of their networks, where IIoT functions really live. The data being generated, however, is now becoming more and more critically important, requiring new levels of protection. We spoke to Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus Technologies, a provider of availability solutions for edge computing, IIoT and critical infrastructure. Jason offers his insights on the evolution of data criticality and protection as well as unified… [Continue Reading]

Android users, you may soon be able to buy audiobooks from Google Play

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 11:36am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

An APK teardown of version 8.4 of the Google Play Store app shows that there could be some exciting changes on the horizon for Android users. Perhaps the most interesting revelation is that Google appears to be on the verge of introducing audiobooks to the store. This means that you may soon be able to ditch the likes of Audible and buy your audiobooks direct from Google -- and there could also be free audiobooks! The teardown also shows that there are new notification and app update options to come as well. See also: Google Issue Tracker bug database found… [Continue Reading]

StarTech launches SDMSDRWU3AC card reader with both USB-C and USB-A connectors

Publié: novembre 3, 2017, 1:41am CET par Brian Fagioli

Having an SD card reader on a laptop nowadays is nice, but hardly necessary. After all, thanks to the cloud, consumers can easily transport files via the internet. As many photographers and videographers will yell you, however, the cloud is not always a viable solution for them -- working with local storage cards can be a must. The problem, you see, is that many creative people use macOS and the latest MacBook Pro laptops do not have such a card reader. What is the owner of Apple's latest laptop to do? Just buy an adapter, of course! There are many… [Continue Reading]

Speeding up product development with Infopresence

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 8:59pm CET par David Kung

True product innovation has long heralded not just greater growth for companies, but for nations and individual careers as well. (Apple is a great example of this.) Now take it a step further: the ability to repeat a successful product innovation model confers an even more important benefit: lasting competitive advantage. (Again you can look to Apple and its concerted efforts to continue innovation in the absence of Steve Jobs.) Yet we see successful innovation within large companies trending consistently downward, and according to the Journal of Product Innovation & Management, up to 49 percent of innovations now fail. So… [Continue Reading]

How self-driving cars will forever change California's cities

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 7:04pm CET par Vannya Kristich

With more than 46,500 miles of interconnected highways and minimally viable public transit in most parts of the state, California is undoubtedly a driving state. This is best evidenced in Southern California, where the freeway system’s notorious traffic and intricacy in design is a daily conversation piece. A novel concept at the time, California freeways expounded upon the rudimentary expressways that existed in New York, Detroit, and Chicago. What had once been an impromptu system of roads were revamped into streamlined boulevards. Highways were widened and streets were extended. Arteries like the Ramona Boulevard freeway and Hwy 101 linked metropoles… [Continue Reading]

The OnePlus 5T definitely has a headphone jack

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 4:49pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

While there have -- as ever -- been endless rumors about the next handset from OnePlus, there has been very little concrete news from the company about the OnePlus 5T. Today that changes. OnePlus has made numerous allusions to the successor to the OnePlus 5 -- including tweeting pictures of five cups of tea -- but now chief executive Pete Lau has officially spoken about the upcoming handset. He confirms that there is definitely a 3.5mm headphone jack. See also: Pre-order page leaks OnePlus 5T specs, price and release date Tweak and hack OxygenOS on your OnePlus phone with JOnePlus… [Continue Reading]

All you need to know about IoT Botnets [Q&A]

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 4:06pm CET par Ian Barker

Connected devices like smart TVs and webcams aren't new -- but since their inception 30 years ago, the number of humans connected to the internet has been surpassed by the number of devices connected to it. In fact, industry analysts estimate the number of connected devices will reach 50 billion by 2020. And as the number of connected devices increases exponentially, so the number of security risks grows as well. We spoke with Steinthor Bjarnason, network security research engineer for DDoS and advanced threat protection provider Arbor Networks' Security Engineering and Response Team (ASERT), to get a clear understanding of… [Continue Reading]

Google Issue Tracker bug database found to have its own security vulnerability

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 3:23pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google's bug-tracking database -- the Google Issue Tracker which is known as the Buganizer System within the company itself -- had its own security holes which left it vulnerable to hackers. Researcher Alex Birsan was able to exploit vulnerabilities so he could gain wider access to Google's database than he should have been able to. The trick was a simple matter of fooling the system into letting him register a @google.com email address that would ordinarily be reserved for Google employees. See also: Google launches Poly, a 3D object and scene library for AR and VR creators Google announces Fast… [Continue Reading]

Samsung opens Android Oreo beta program for Galaxy S8

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 2:08pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Samsung will release the Android Oreo update for a significant number of devices, and, just like last year, the latest flagships in the Galaxy S range are the first to receive this treatment. Android Oreo will initially be offered on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ through the Samsung Experience 9.0 beta program, which opens today, November 2, for users in US, UK and South Korea. Here is what you need to know. First of all, let's talk about the exact versions that are supported in this program -- because not everyone in the aforementioned markets can sign up to… [Continue Reading]

3 tips to guide your digital transformation efforts

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 2:04pm CET par Sunny Bajaj

A quick look at current rankings of the top Fortune 500 companies reveals a key finding -- most of today’s best performing companies have had to start from scratch when it came to digital transformation. Of the top 10, only one -- Apple -- started as a technology company. The other highest performers, Walmart, Berkshire Hathaway and Exxon Mobil, all had to strategize to become digital after their company was well on its way to success. Being digital today isn’t about having a website -- it involves redesigning the experience based on the way we work, live and interact. A… [Continue Reading]

WordPress users advised to update to version 4.8.3 following discovery of SQL injection vulnerability

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 1:34pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Anyone running a website powered by WordPress is being told to upgrade to version 4.8.3 immediately after the discovery of a serious security issue. The problem -- an SQL injection vulnerability -- affects millions of websites running WordPress 4.8.2 and older. In addition to installing the latest update, site owners are advised to update plugins that could be exploited. The vulnerability was discovered by Anthony Ferrara from Lingo Live who broke the news by saying: "Before reading further, if you haven’t updated yet stop right now and update." The SQL injection bug was supposedly fixed by WordPress 4.8.2 last month,… [Continue Reading]

One in four organizations use only passwords to secure BYOD

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 12:21pm CET par Ian Barker

Allowing employees to access corporate data via their own devices is increasingly popular, but it does present risks if not implemented correctly. A new report from data protection company Bitglass finds one in four organizations do not have multi-factor authentication methods in place to secure BYOD -- a well-known enterprise security gap. This is despite the fact that single-factor authentication, via passwords to control user access to corporate data, has resulted in several high-profile data breaches in recent months, including Zomato, Deloitte and Microsoft. "Enterprises often misjudge the effectiveness of traditional security solutions, many of which are readily bypassed," says… [Continue Reading]

Get 'Microsoft Office 365 For Dummies, 2nd Edition' ($13 value) FREE for a limited time

Publié: novembre 2, 2017, 12:01pm CET par Wayne Williams

If you want to get your head in the cloud and get up to speed on the features in Office 365, you've come to the right place. Inside Microsoft Office 365 For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you'll learn step by step how to use email, take advantage of SharePoint Online for collaboration, communicate with team members using Skype for Business, get work done with the latest version of Office Online, and how to make a plan for effectively migrating your company to Office 365. This ebook will help you: Understand cloud technology Dive into SharePoint Get social at work Learn about… [Continue Reading]

IBM launches container-driven private cloud platform

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 4:19pm CET par Ian Barker

While public cloud adoption continues to grow, organizations, especially in regulated industries like finance and health care, are continuing to use private clouds to quickly launch and update applications. To tap into this market IBM is launching a new Cloud Private software platform, designed to enable companies to create on-premises cloud capabilities similar to public clouds to accelerate app development. The new platform is built on open source Kubernetes-based container architecture and supports both Docker containers and Cloud Foundry. This allows integration and portability of workloads as they evolve to any cloud environment, including the public IBM Cloud. Features include… [Continue Reading]

Foxit Reader 9 unveils single-key accelerators, plus improves search, commenting and accessibility tools

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 3:55pm CET par Nick Peers

Foxit Software has released Foxit Reader 9.0, a major new version of its free PDF creation and reader tool for Windows PCs. The new release focuses on improving the program’s accessibility with new single-key accelerators among other changes, but also adds a new single-column Reflow view and features notable updates to the program’s commenting features and search tools. The headline new feature in version 9 is improved accessibility, with Foxit Reader now supporting single-key accelerators to access commands or perform specific actions. Examples include H to permanently switch to the Hand command, and Spacebar to temporarily switch. A new "Tell… [Continue Reading]

IT pros predict a long term future for the mainframe

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 3:17pm CET par Ian Barker

In spite of trends towards decentralization and the cloud, the mainframe remains a relevant and growing data center hub for many businesses according to a new report. In the 12th annual Mainframe Research Report from IT solutions company BMC 91 percent of respondents predict mainframe workloads will continue to grow, and 51 percent say more than half of their data resides on a mainframe. "Results from the 2017 BMC Mainframe Research Report provide a good indicator on the future health and viability of the mainframe," says Bill Miller, president of ZSolutions at BMC. "The survey shatters a prevailing variety of… [Continue Reading]

LastPass reveals the threats posed by passwords in the workplace

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 2:31pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Passwords are fundamental to modern life, both at home and at work. In the workplace, the security of passwords is paramount, and ensuring that employees are taking matters seriously is an important part of safeguarding any business. A new report by LastPass -- The Password Exposé -- reveals the threats posed, and the opportunities presented, by employee passwords. The report starts by pointing out that while nearly everyone (91 percent) knows that it is dangerous to reuse passwords -- with 81 percent of data breaches attributable to "weak, reused, or stolen passwords", more than half (61 percent) do reuse passwords.… [Continue Reading]

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Misuse of spreadsheets costs European businesses €55 billion a year

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 1:44pm CET par Ian Barker

Spreadsheets like Excel were never designed to handle complex analytics and big data tasks, but a growing demand for data insights is leading many businesses to waste effort manually handling data in spreadsheets. A study commissioned by self-service analytics company Alteryx and carried out by IDC reveals that advanced spreadsheet users spend on average nine hours a week on repeat effort manually manipulating data, wasting €10,000 per year. Across Europe this represents, on average, two billion hours of duplicate work, costing an eye-watering €55bn per year (around $64bn). According to the findings there are 30 million advanced spreadsheet users worldwide,… [Continue Reading]

Bitcoin breaks $6,600

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 1:32pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Just moments ago I was reading about Bitcoin setting a new price record above $6,400. The main cryptocurrency has been incredibly strong, and resilient during crashes, so this latest development does not surprise me one iota. What also does not surprise me is that Bitcoin kept going after reaching the $6,400 mark, settling above $6,600 at the time of writing this article, based on an average from major exchanges like Bithumb (where it's actually gone past $6,700), Kraken, GDAX and Poloniex. Based on data from Coinmarketcap.com, Bitcoin is up around 6.5 percent today, which has boosted its market cap above… [Continue Reading]

Why the cloud doesn't work for all businesses [Q&A]

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 11:52am CET par Ian Barker

As more and more applications move to the cloud there's an increasing assumption that it's the right approach for everyone. Indeed we've seen recently that many cloud investments are being made out of fear of missing out. But this one size fits all approach isn't necessarily the right one, and can put companies in a difficult position. We spoke to Michael Hiskey, Chief Strategy Officer from intelligent data management company Semarchy, to find out what businesses should consider before moving to the cloud and how they can avoid being forced down that route. BN: Are companies adopting the cloud for… [Continue Reading]

Apple releases macOS 10.13.1 and iOS 11.1 to add new emoji and patch KRACK... for some

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 11:23am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Apple has pushed out the latest updates to macOS High Sierra and iOS. macOS 10.13.1 and iOS 11.1 include a range of bug fixes, and also herald the arrival of a new batch of emoji. The two relatively minor updates also address the recently-discovered KRACK security vulnerability. But while the WPA2 patch will be welcomed by many people, it is not available for all iPhones and iPads, meaning that large numbers of people will be left exposed. See also: Apple unveils new emoji coming in iOS 11.1 KRACK warning: Severe WPA2 security vulnerability leaves millions of devices open to attack… [Continue Reading]

Google announces Fast Pair to speed up Bluetooth pairing for Android

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 9:46am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Google has announced Fast Pair, an update to Bluetooth connectivity that speeds up the process of connecting a Bluetooth device -- such as headphones -- to an Android phone or tablet. It's an idea that's not entirely dissimilar to the technology used by Apple to connect AirPods to iPhones. Using a combination of BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) for advertising and discovery, and traditional Bluetooth for pairing, the focus is on speed and security. It's compatible with devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above, and it's part of Google Play services 11.7+. While this sounds great in principle, the success of… [Continue Reading]

A $20 Wi-Fi camera? Yup! WyzeCam makes affordable home security a reality

Publié: novembre 1, 2017, 2:29am CET par Brian Fagioli

I am a strong believer in home Wi-Fi security cameras. Being able to monitor my house while away is a godsend. Yeah, it is great for security purposes, but you know where else these products shine? Pets! Yeah, with one of these cameras, you can keep tabs on your dog, cat, bird, lizard -- whatever. If you are at work and want to check in on your pup or kitty, just launch an app and there they are. Unfortunately, these cameras can be expensive and difficult to set up. But, what if they weren't? What if there was a Wi-Fi… [Continue Reading]

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Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 4:22pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 3:52pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 3:28pm CET par Ian Barker

Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 11:36am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

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Publié: novembre 30, 2017, 1:40am CET par Brian Fagioli

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Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:58pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:53pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 3:17pm CET par Ian Barker

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Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 11:38am CET par Ian Barker

Publié: novembre 29, 2017, 9:53am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

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Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 8:41pm CET par Brian Fagioli

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Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 3:56pm CET par Ian Barker

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Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 2:08pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

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Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 12:41pm CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

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Publié: novembre 28, 2017, 11:29am CET par Roxanna "Evan" Ramzipoor

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Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 3:50pm CET par Ian Barker

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Publié: novembre 23, 2017, 1:38am CET par Brian Fagioli

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 8:44pm CET par Wayne Williams

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Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 5:45pm CET par Ian Barker

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Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 4:52pm CET par Alan Buckingham

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 3:14pm CET par Ian Barker

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 11:52am CET par Mark Wycislik-Wilson

Publié: novembre 22, 2017, 1:50am CET par Brian Fagioli

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 9:39pm CET par Brian Fagioli

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 8:41pm CET par Mihăiță Bamburic

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 5:15pm CET par Robert X. Cringely

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 4:32pm CET par Wayne Williams

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 4:07pm CET par Ian Barker

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 3:19pm CET par Wayne Williams

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 3:00pm CET par Ian Barker

Publié: novembre 21, 2017, 2:55pm CET par Alan Buckingham

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