“Microsoft has figured out why the Windows 10 October 2018 Update deleted data from some systems and produced a fixed version.”
Google Drops Bid for Massive Military Cloud Computing Contract Amid Employee Pressure
“Google has dropped out of the competition for a Pentagon cloud computing project that could be worth as much as $10 billion and last up to a decade, citing a possible clash with its corporate values, Bloomberg reported on Monday.”
Microsoft Pulls the Windows 10 October 2018 Update for Deleting Files
“Over on Microsoft’s support site, they’ve updated with a note saying they are pausing the update while they look into the issue more—and they say very clearly that if you have already downloaded the update, you should not install it for now.”
Microsoft Warns Windows 10 Update Has A Serious Problem
“Although Microsoft introduced new Windows 10 monthly charges, that has not improved the quality of its updates. In fact, Microsoft has just warned all Windows 10 users that its latest upgrade may permanently delete their personal data…”
You Can Now Record a Police Stop With a Siri Shortcut
“It’s the kind of thing you hope you never really need, but it’s there just in case. A new shortcut called “Police” is now available that has Siri discreetly record audio if a driver is ever pulled over by law enforcement.”
Malware Has a New Way to Hide on Your Mac
“Malware on Apple’s MacBook and iMac lines is more prevalent than some users realize; it can even hide in Apple’s curated Mac App Store.”
Apple’s iOS 12.1 Update Includes Over 70 New Emojis
“Apple recently announced that it will add more than 70 brand new emojis as part of its iOS 12.1 package. Earlier this summer, the tech giant teased a small sampling of what users could expect, unveiling images of a kangaroo, lobster and a cupcake, as well as a selection of superheroes.”
Consumer Reports: Most notable iPhone XS improvement is battery life, but Note 9 is still #1
“Consumer Reports this evening has published its full review and testing results from the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. The site says the “most notable improvement” this year is battery life, while camera technology is a “bit better.”
Huge Facebook breach leaves thousands of other apps vulnerable
“Remember the Facebook hack last week that compromised at least 50m accounts? It’s worse than you think. Last Friday, the social media company revealed a vulnerability that allowed attackers to steal automated log-in credentials (or “tokens”).”
Huawei trolled people lining up for the iPhone XS in the best possible way
“It’s no surprise to see Apple rivals come up with ways to mock the iPhone just as a new models launch, and the same happened this year.”
