Google Play Store is now a little less secure after Google banned Disconnect Mobile, privacy and security app that disables third party apps from tracking personally identifiable data of Android phone users.
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The best Intel 2-in-1 Laptops that You Could Buy
In the past year, we have seen more and more 2-in-1 laptops introduced by Intel. They could be ultrabook, detachable or convertible but they all want to combine the laptop and tablet experience. Let’s see which one is worth our investment.
Nokia Here app arrives first on Tizen, delays launch on Android Wear
It seems a bit odd but understandable why Samsung has preferred to have the Nokia Here map application launched on the Tizen operating system first before Android Wear, the Korean phone maker is boosting the presence of its own platform. Nonetheless, there is still hope for Here to be introduced to the Android Wear ecosystem.
Apple announces official launch date of iPhone 6 on September 9
The long wait is over for those who have been waiting for Apple to introduce a new generation of its iPhone product, the iPhone 6, based on press invites the company issued to members of the press. On September 9, we will finally see the iPhone 6 and a lot more, the vague invitation suggests.
California imposes mandatory kill switch for smartphones
California Governor Jerry Brown has officially inked a legislation requiring smartphone makers to install the so-called “kill switch” feature on devices sold in the state, a measure many analysts view could keep phone thefts in the area at a minimum.
Data leaving iOS through Wi-Fi or USB open to breach
Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have discovered a weak spot in the connection between an iOS device and computer that leaves data in transit vulnerable to third-party manipulation and breach.