“We’ve seen a number of wearable devices that track your weightlifting sessions at the gym, but Rithmio has a new app that does so with a device you may already own.”
Windows 10 Mobile’s Anniversary Update to arrive on August 9th
“Microsoft just delivered Windows 10 Anniversary Update for PCs and tablets this week, and now it’s setting its sights on Windows-powered phones.”
BlackBerry makes its Hub software available for all Android Marshmallow devices
“BlackBerry has today announced that it’s making its Hub software available for all Android devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow or newer.”
90% of YouTube and Google Calendar connections are now encrypted with HTTPS
“Earlier this year, Google added a new section to their Transparency Report about services adopting HTTPS. With Search, Gmail, and Drive long serving pages over HTTPS, YouTube and Calendar are the latest products to offer encryption by default.”
Google updates Android with onscreen security notifications
“Google on Monday announced a new Android feature that alerts users of new devices and security events on their account via onscreen notifications.”
With keyboard shortcuts, Gmail = great mail
“If you spend hours each week using Gmail on a computer, these keyboard shortcuts can save you hours of your time. Gmail splits its keyboard shortcuts into two groups: those that are always on and those that need to be enabled.”
Uber to Invest $500 Million in Global Mapping Project Led By Google Earth Creator
“Ride hailing company Uber is planning to spend $500 million on a global mapping project in an effort to reduce its reliance on Google Maps, according to The Financial Times. The San Fransisco-based company already has mapping vehicles recording geographical data around the U.S. and Mexico.”
How Google and Facebook Are Battling Terrorist Groups Online
“For years, Islamic terror groups like ISIS and their followers have used the Internet and social media to recruit and spread propaganda, but now the tech giants are exploring new ways to fight back.”
Samsung mocks Apple, iPhone 7 during Galaxy Note 7 event
“During its big Unpacked event for the Galaxy Note 7 on Monday, Samsung couldn’t help but take some sly swipes at its biggest rival. Its targets were the Apple Pencil and the rumored lack of headphone jack on the upcoming iPhone 7 series. Samsung has a right to be cocky right now.”
Your battery status is being used to track you online
“Battery status indicators are being used to track devices, say researchers from Princeton University – meaning warnings of privacy exposure have come to pass A little-known web standard that lets site owners tell how much battery life a mobile device has left has been found to enable t”
