Monthly Archives: August 2015

Motorola is the next to patch Android's big video security flaw

Motorola is the next to patch Android’s big video security flaw

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Chalk up one more big Android phone maker racing to patch its devices against that nasty Stagefright video security flaw. Motorola has explained that it will not only fix the vulnerability in phones from 2013 onward (such as the original Moto X and the Droid line), but make sure that its latest hardware is secure almost from the word go. Both theMoto X Style and Moto X Play will be secure on launch, while the recently-shipped third-generation Moto G is getting its update “soon.”

The company doesn’t say whether or not it’s hopping on the monthly security patch bandwagon. However, it does add that it’s working with Google and carriers to “simplify the process” of getting that code into your hands going forward.

Between this andexpected fixes for phones from Google, HTC, LG, Blackphone creator SGP and and Sony, you probably won’t have to worry if you’re carrying a recent or reasonably well-known device. The real question is whether or not other brands and older (or lower-end) hardware will get the same kind of attention — you don’t want to remain at risk simply because you bought the ‘wrong’ model.

(engadget.com)

Old Intel chips are vulnerable to a fresh security exploit

Old Intel chips are vulnerable to a fresh security exploit

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If you have an old, Intel-based computer hanging around, you might want to get rid of it post-haste. Security researcher Chris Domas has discovered a vulnerability in the x86 architecture of Intel processors made between 1997 and 2010 (pre-Sandy Bridge) that lets an attacker install software in a chip’s protected System Management Mode space, which governs firmware-level security.

Yes, that’s as bad as it sounds: an intruder could not only take more control than you typically see in attacks (including wiping firmware), but infect your PC even if you wipe your hard drive and reinstall your operating system. Domas has only tested against Intel-made CPUs so far, but AMD processors could be vulnerable as well.

A would-be hacker needs low-level OS access to get in, so you at least won’t face a direct assault — you need to fall prey to another attack before this becomes an option. However, this vulnerability might be difficult or impossible to fix in a timely fashion.

While it’s theoretically possible to patch a computer’s BIOS (or on relatively recent systems, UEFI) to prevent these attacks, the chances of that happening are slim. What’s the likelihood that your motherboard maker will support a product that’s at least 5 years old, or that most people are both willing and able to apply firmware upgrades? Not very high, we’d reckon. Although the inexorable march of time will eventually take care of this flaw, the only surefire solution is to upgrade your computer.

(engadget.com)

Verizon Nixes Phone Subsidies With New Plan, Following Trend

Verizon Nixes Phone Subsidies With New Plan, Following Trend

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Verizon Communications Inc. will require new customers to pay for their mobile devices up front or in monthly installments, following other wireless carriers who have phased out subsidies in two-year service contracts.

The new policy, effective Aug. 13, will apply to users who sign up for Verizon’s Small, Medium, Large and X-Large data plans, so named depending on the amount of shareable data they offer. Existing customers will be able to keep their plans or sign up for the new ones, the company said Friday in a statement.

Verizon Wireless is the latest carrier to shift away from subsidizing the cost of a phone over a two-year service contract and toward requiring customers to pay the full price for their phones. Verizon expects about 50 percent of new sales to come from its so-called Edge installment plan this year.

“The company has steadily deemphasized subsidized phones in favor of equipment installment plans, so the latter should dominate its postpaid growth,” Jonathan Atkin, an analyst at RBC Capital Markets LLC, said in an e-mail. “I suspect the two-year subsidy model will disappear from corporate stores. It could remain in parts of the business or indirect channels.”

(bloomberg.com)

Alfa Romeo plans two more crossovers, could revive factory Alfa Corse racing team

Alfa Romeo plans two more crossovers, could revive factory Alfa Corse racing team

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Alfa Romeo enthusiast site, ClubAlfa reports that the Italian automaker could have more models up their sleeves as they continue to overhaul their current lineup.

We already know of rumors floating about of at least one crossover due from the company in order to grab a piece of the hottest pie in the automotive market at the moment and for the predicted future. But apparently, Alfa’s also working on two additional crossovers to supplement their first one, and both are rumored to be loosely based off of the new Giulia sedan.

The idea is to have one premium crossover (most likely to compete with the likes of the BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE), a smaller version (for the BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC) and an entry-level model, for the market currently being led by the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and so-on.

On the flipside of things, to make sure Alfa Romeo continues to expand their presence in nearly all things automotive, ClubAlfa also reports that Alfa Romeo’s original factory racing team, Alfa Corse, could make a triumphant return.

Alfa Corse was responsible for many famous racing cars, mainly in touring car racing, to produce legendary competitors such as the 155 GTA from the 1990s. Since 1996, after Alfa Romeo withdrew from the world-famous DTM challenge, they merged with with an independent firm called Nordauto Engineering and has since remained rather dormant.

(egmcartech.com)

'World Of Warcraft' Sixth Expansion Announced, 'Legion' Has Too Many Goodies To Miss Out On

‘World Of Warcraft’ Sixth Expansion Announced, ‘Legion’ Has Too Many Goodies To Miss Out On

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“World Of Warcraft” has a sixth expansion as announced by Blizzard Entertainment.

A “World Of Warcraft: Legion” Expansion trailer was released on the WOW Official Youtube Channel. It opened in a very cinematic manner with a battle scene ensuing, and a voice over building up the suspense for viewers.

The video then continued on to show the new continent “The Broken Isles,” where the sixth expansion of “World Of Warcraft” takes place. The map of “The Broken Isles” shows the different places such as High Mountain, Stormheim, Suramar, Val’Sharah, Azsuna, and The Broken Shore.

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There are new dungeons and raids for players to explore and conquer, class order halls and a completely new player–versus-player honor system.

New and powerful artifact weapons that can be equipped and customized differently were introduced. While there are sure to be more weapons available once the expansion has been released, the video already revealed Ashbringer and Doomhammer. These weapons aren’t new in the WOW universe as they have long histories in the game.

According to Polygon, Blizzard noted that there would be 36 artifacts all in all with one weapon for each class specialization.

Another feature is where the level cap raised to level 110 from the original level cap of level 100.

The newest feature that fans can look forward to is the new hero class called “Demon Hunter.” Those in this class will start at a high level with their regular abilities, however they will have the ability to morph into a demonic figure similar to the enemies they are hunting.

Gamespot reported that a released date for the “World Of Warcraft: Legion” expansion has not yet been announced by Blizzard, but more information about it is available on the WOW website.

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Apple's senior executive bullish on growth in Chinese market

Apple’s senior executive bullish on growth in Chinese market

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Strong momentum in China is behind Apple’s record increase in transactions, said senior vice president of Internet software and services Eddy Cue in an interview with CNBC on Thursday.

“We are seeing more customers in China going to the App Store,” he said.

Contrary to what some analysts have claimed after the tech giant recorded sharp fall in earnings in late July, Cue said that Apple’s business in China is booming.

Its App Store saw a record US$1.7 billion (S$2.3 billion) in transactions in July. According to CNBC, Cue attributed that success in part to strong momentum in China, where the App Store set a new record in customer number.

He also said that the average spend per iPhone user in China continues to increase and the company has some one million developers in China, a sign that Apple continues to build and strengthen its ecosystem there.

“In its last reported quarter, the company said revenue in Greater China dropped 21 per cent sequentially, which concerned investors,” said CNBC.

Apple Inc’s iPhone sales grew 85 per cent in China, with revenue jumping to US$13 billion for the latest quarter that ended June 27, according to the company.

Apple's senior executive bullish on growth in Chinese market

“We remain extremely bullish on China and we are continuing to invest,” Apple CEO Tim Cook said at the earnings announcement. “We would be foolish to change our plans. I think China is a fantastic geography with an incredible, unprecedented level of opportunity.”

The market share of the US tech giant has been overtaken by domestic rivals Xiaomi Inc and Huawei Technologies Co Ltd in the second quarter of 2015, according to data released this Monday by Canalys, a mobile market research firm.

Xiaomi, headquartered in Beijing, holds a 15.9 per cent market share, according to Canalys estimates. Shenzhen-based Huawei, which Canalys said is the fastest-growing vendor in the top 10 at 48 per cent sequentially, has a 15.7 per cent share.

Apple came in third, followed by Samsung and Vivo.

(asiaone.com)

Sony unveils smartphones with dual 13MP cameras

Sony unveils smartphones with dual 13MP cameras

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Sony Mobile unveiled two new smartphones – Xperia C5 Ultra Dual and Xperia M5 Dual – enhancing the picture taking abilities on both devices.

Xperia C5 Ultra Dual

The Xperia C5 Ultra Dual is equipped with two 13 MP sensors on both the front and rear cameras.

The Xperia M5 Dual on the other hand has an improved 21.5MP rear camera and a 13MP front camera.
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Pebble Time Steel Review: Still Quietly Beautiful

Pebble Time Steel Review: Still Quietly Beautiful

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The original Pebble Steel was a great smartwatch in a surprisingly fashionable costume. Its successor, the Time Steel, keeps the sex appeal but crams more brains inside.

Pebble is one of the oldest smartwatch companies around, and its products have evolved over time. First was the original Pebble, a Kickstarter project with an e-ink screen and a cult following. Next came the Steel, the Pebble’s internals in a grown-up body. This year saw the launch of the Pebble Time, the replacement for the original Pebble. A color screen, new design and revamped software let the Time hold its own in a world with the Apple Watch.
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9 Free Web Apps to Replace Your Desktop Software

9 Free Web Apps to Replace Your Desktop Software

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A few years ago, trying to move to an online-only existence wasn’t a practical option, but now long-serving web apps have grown more powerful and you can now do almost everything in a browser that you can do on the desktop (albeit in more limited form). Here’s our current picks for the best online apps out there.

Outlook for email

Quite a few options to pick from here but Outlook gets the nod as it’s just been given a fresh lick of paint—the online version of Microsoft’s flagship email application now has a cleaner look, pinned messages, Gmail-style snippets and better contact and calendar integration. Embedded image support has been improved, too.
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Canon's New Camera Sees More In the Dark Than You Ever Thought Possible

Canon’s New Camera Sees More In the Dark Than You Ever Thought Possible

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Anyone who’s ever been frustrated at the task of shooting video in low light should be poised to freak out over Canon’s weird and amazing new camera. It’s a video camera that shoots full HD color footage in almost complete darkness.

The ‘multi-purpose’ camera, dubbed only MH20F-SH, has a full-frame sensor with 2.26 megapixels. The reason for the meager resolution is because each pixel is very large—19 microns to be exact. That’s 7.5x larger than, say, the pixels found on a flagship DSLR like the Canon 1Dx. Huge pixels mean they can capture a huge amount of light.
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YotaPhone 2 Review: More Than a Gimmick, Less Than a Good Phone

YotaPhone 2 Review: More Than a Gimmick, Less Than a Good Phone

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Being different can make or break you. Apple decided to do things different back in 2007, and now they make almost all dem smartphone monies. But being atypical for no real reason also means certain death. Yotaphone 2 lies somewhere in the middle—a great idea wrapped up in a phone you just don’t want.

What Is It?

The YotaPhone 2 is a Russian smartphone and Indiegogo darling that has this one really weird thing—it’s also an e-ink reader. So basically, it’s a two-for-one display special with a regular run-of-the-mill LCD display on the front and e-ink display on the back.
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14 Things You Can Do in Windows 10 That You Couldn't Do in Windows 8

14 Things You Can Do in Windows 10 That You Couldn’t Do in Windows 8

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Did you hear there’s a new version of Windows in town? If your Windows 8-toting friends ask you exactly what you can do with the new Windows 10 that they can’t do on their own machines, here’s what to tell them. These are some of the best new features and functions Microsoft has added to its all-encompassing operating system.

1. Get chatty with Cortana

Cortana arrives on the desktop! As on Windows Phone, you can ask questions about the weather or famous pop stars, get directions home, set reminders, and more besides—you can also get her to turn Windows settings such as wifi and Bluetooth on or off. Click the Cortana button on the Start menu to get started (the “hey Cortana!” voice activation feature is optional).
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Panasonic CM1 Review: Finally, a High End Camera Inside a Smartphone

Panasonic CM1 Review: Finally, a High End Camera Inside a Smartphone

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Most people are perfectly satisfied with the camera in their smartphone. But to photographers and hobbyists, even the latest iPhone doesn’t come close to emulating the capability of a full-fledged camera. Panasonic’s CM1 is the answer.

What Is It?

It’s a $1000 unlocked GSM Android phone with a 4.7-inch 1080p display, 2.3GHz quad-core processor, and by far the best camera you can find in a phone.
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Moto G Review: A Great Phone Doesn't Have to Cost a Buttload

Moto G Review: A Great Phone Doesn’t Have to Cost a Buttload

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What is it?

The Moto G is one of those “cheap” phones that defies the definition. It runs stock Android with Motorola’s excellent software additions and some other impressive specs: 5-inch 1280 x 720 screen, 2470 mAh battery, IPX7 waterproofing, 13-megapixel camera. The phone has LTE and is supported by all major U.S. carriers. It starts at $180 with 8GB of on-board storage and 1GB of RAM. I tested the $220 version which has 16GB of storage and 2GB of RAM.
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'Heroes of the Storm' adds three new characters - Kharazim, Rexxar, Artanis

‘Heroes of the Storm’ adds three new characters – Kharazim, Rexxar, Artanis

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Three more characters are now coming to “Heroes of the Storm.”

Each character comes from a different franchise under Blizzard.

First of the new additions is the monk known as Kharazim. Kharazim is an entry taking inspiration from the monks found in “Diablo 3.” This new character differs from many of the other ones in the “Heroes of the Storm” in part because he focuses more on supporting his teammates. Kharazim’s skills in the game are more geared towards healing other characters, though this monk can still pack a good wallop if needed. Kharazim can get stronger in the game by choosing one of three paths. He can either choose to emphasize his attacking power through Iron Fists, regain mana through Insight or heal himself by choosing Transcendence, according to PC Gamer.
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Xiaomi ties up with Redington as it takes offline route for sales in India

Xiaomi ties up with Redington as it takes offline route for sales in India

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Xiaomi expects 20-30 per cent of its sales to come from brick-and-mortar stores in the next few years as the Chinese handset maker strengthens its offline presence in India.

The company today said it has partnered Redington to make its smartphones available across physical retail stores. “We have partnered Redington. We will begin with select cities like Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore and later scale it pan-India,” Xiaomi India Head Manu Jain told PTI.
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Audi's first electrified car priced from $37,900

Audi’s first electrified car priced from $37,900

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On the heels of Wednesday’s global S8 Plus super sedan announcement, Audi has confirmed US pricing and availability for an important new model at the other end of its portfolio.

The 2016 Audi A3 e-tron plug-in hybrid arrives in dealerships this October, and it will be the German automaker’s first electrified car sold in America. Starting at $37,900 before incentives and government tax credits, the e-tron joins Audi’s burgeoning A3 small car lineup, which consists of the A3 sedan, A3 Cabriolet, and S3 sport sedan. For the moment at least, the A3 e-tron will be the only Sportback (Audi-speak for “hatchback”) model sold stateside.
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Self-driving car tech

Self-driving car tech lets computers see our world like never before

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Since their inception, computers have lived in a world of ones and zeros, doggedly processing if-then and and-or statements through multiple language layers.

One fascinating technology being developed for self-driving cars may change all that, giving computers a stronger visual understanding of our world, and could possibly be the first step towards an evolving computer self-consciousness.
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Want to be totally secure on the Internet? Good luck

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When it comes to being safe from hackers, we could all take steps to do better, myself included.

Less than a month into my new job covering cybersecurity, my personal site was hacked because I had failed to update some forgotten software for two years. It was a glaring hole with an easy fix, but it got me thinking: What does it take to be completely secure? What would I need to do that I wouldn’t have to in order to never worry about hackers again? Is being completely secure even possible?
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Chevy Volt an electric, smooth and silent operator

Chevy Volt an electric, smooth and silent operator

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With the usual Toronto traffic hell made worse recently by the Pan Am Games and the resulting temporary HOV lanes, and me, finding myself commuting daily from Oakville to the Royal Alex Theatre for the Mirvish production of Kinky Boots, it seemed like a pretty good time to book a 2015 Chevy Volt for a week of electric car nirvana.

Nirvana, in this case, meant silently cruising the HOV lanes courtesy of the Volt’s Green Car status. With an electric range of about 60 kilometres, I could cover most of my commute sans emissions before the Volt’s range-extender 1.4L four-cylinder gas engine fired up. According to GM, Volts cover about two-thirds of distance driven on grid electricity, so this experiment plunked me square into Volt poster-boy territory.
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Review: Andrew Shartmann explores the enduring legacy of Koji Kondo’s Super Mario Bros. Soundtrack

Review: Andrew Shartmann explores the enduring legacy of Koji Kondo’s Super Mario Bros. Soundtrack

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Isolation is inherent in Canada’s geography. We’re often called a country of two solitudes, but it’s really a land of thousands. Before the Internet, most shared experiences were the result of proximity – you were defined by who and what was nearby. Beyond that, all you had was what could be bought or beamed into your living room.

This is a feeling that music often responds to – like, in 1994, when Sloan named their sophomore record Twice Removed, pointing out just how far they felt from the world’s grander narratives. Back then, I was in their neck of the woods – the Maritimes – filling my time playing Nintendo in my parents’ basement. I felt far from just about everything, but playing games such as Mario and Zelda felt like sharing a common experience with people around the world.
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'The Legend Of Zelda' Wii U Fans Call Game's Debut 'Pathetic' After 'Tri Force Heroes' Trailer

‘The Legend Of Zelda’ Wii U Fans Call Game’s Debut ‘Pathetic’ After ‘Tri Force Heroes’ Trailer

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“The Legend Of Zelda” Wii U has been a subject of controversy lately. In fact, the discussion has gotten so heated that some of its biggest fans are now turning against it. Today, some call the game’s E3 2014 reveal “pathetic” compared to this year’s “The Legend Of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes” spread.

The news comes to Design & Trend via Nathanial Rumphol-Janc of Zelda Informer. The ardent follower of Link and his pals leveled some harsh criticisms against the upcoming Wii U title.
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Go inside a giant Japanese concrete-crushing robot

Go inside a giant Japanese concrete-crushing robot

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Japan’s got another robot. But this one isn’t selling coffee or checking you into a hotel. No, this one has industrial metal claws on both hands, monster truck tires and a seat for you to sit in. Taguchi Industrial makes heavy-duty construction equipment. Its vehicles, featuring the same claws, were used following both the Tohoku tsunami and Kobe earthquake to clear debris. “Super Guzzilla” (there’s no “Original Guzzilla” — we checked), is what future construction vehicles will look like — at least according to this company.
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The top 8 wearables you can buy right now

The top 8 wearables you can buy right now

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Fall is right around the corner and whether you’re looking for a fashionable accessory, fitness tracker or productivity wearable to see the season through, you’ve got plenty of great options.

Apple’s Watch has finally hit its stride, with a rich app selection and recent software updates, making it a top pick for the iOS crowd.

For those more interested in a casual colorful design and long battery life, the Pebble Time may be just right for your wrist.
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Verizon nixes phone subsidies and simplifies its data plans

Verizon nixes phone subsidies and simplifies its data plans

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Following the lead of alternative carriers like T-Mobile and Google Fi, Verizon announced today that it will be doing away with phone subsidies (the precise opposite of what it said last October) and rejiggering its data plans beginning August 13th. Don’t get excited just yet, though, since there’s no guarantee that your revamped service charges will be any less than what they are now.

The new structure has you paying $20 for each phone, $10 for each tablet and hotspot, and $5 for every smartwatch on your plan as well as one of Verizon’s four data buckets — 1GB for $30, 3GB for $45, 6GB for $60 and 12GB for $80. Any data usage over your bucket limit will cost $15 per gigabyte, though you can share the contents of your data bucket amongst 10 devices.
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Twitter hires Falcon Pro developer to make its Android app better

Twitter hires Falcon Pro developer to make its Android app better

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If you’ve been disappointed with the progress of Twitter’s official Android app, there may finally be reason for optimism. Joaquim Vergès, developer of the popular third-part Falcon Pro app on Android, announced this evening that he’s joining Twitter’s Android core UI team next week. In a tweet, Vergès said he wants to “make a killer official app with full API and a modern UI.” He plans to keep Falcon, and use it for experiments, so those who’ve paid for it should still have new features to look forward to, while the rest of us benefit down the line in the official app. Five years ago Twitter acquired the makers of Tweetie, a popular iOS Twitter app, and used it as a base of their software on that platform, so there’s already a framework for what we might be able to expect.
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LG joins monthly Android security patch promise

LG joins monthly Android security patch promise

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LG has joined Google and Samsung in promising timely Android patches, committing to monthly releases as exploits like Stagefright put security back under the microscope. Earlier this week, Google announced it would releaseAndroid security fixes on a monthly basis for its own Nexus handsets, which run unmodified versions of the search giant’s OS. Samsung swiftly followed with a similar promise.

Now it’s LG’s turn. “LG will be providing security updates on a monthly basis which carriers will then be able to make available to customers immediately,” the company told Wired.
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Lexus schemes second luxe flagship and no-haggle sales

Lexus schemes second luxe flagship and no-haggle sales

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Lexus will unveil a second flagship luxury car in January, the company has teased, while it explores with no-haggle pricing in its showrooms. The new high-end model will sit alongside – rather than replace – the Lexus LS sedan, and seems unlikely to be a four-door going by comments from one company exec. Meanwhile, a more stress-free experience in select Lexus dealerships is promised, as the company explores ways to boost sales.
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens toys mistakenly released early

Star Wars: The Force Awakens toys mistakenly released early

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Last month we got a look at the Star Wars: The Force Awakens toys, but they weren’t for sale, and still shouldn’t be. The toys aren’t supposed to be hitting retail shelves until September 4, which has been dubbed “Force Friday”. If you’re near at least one Toys “R” Us store, however, you might be able to waltz in get ahold of the toys early. The retail toy store has been spotted selling the toys prematurely, and we’ve gotten a look at a bunch of pictures of them.
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