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By now most of you know that the last presidential election had more to do with Russia and Facebook than pure voter preferences. Many of those who might have been inclined to vote for Clinton were discouraged from…
Read More »EU Watchdog Accuses Facebook, Google of Privacy Shenanigans
Facebook and Google have manipulated users into sharing data using so-called “dark patterns,” such as misleading wording and confusing interfaces, according to a report the Norwegian Consumer Council released Wednesday. The practices nudged users toward accepting privacy options…
Read More »The IoT’s Perplexing Security Problems
Worldwide spending on the Internet of Things will total nearly US$773 billion this year, IDC has predicted. The IoT will sustain a compound annual growth rate of 14.4 percent, and spending will hit $1.1 trillion by 2021, according…
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Apple plans to expand its audio product line next year with new AirPods, HomePods and possibly studio-quality over-the-ear headphones. The new generation of AirPods will feature noise cancellation, be water resistant, and have greater range. Apple also may…
Read More »Breaking the Fraud Chain
Retailers’ biggest worry is increasing e-commerce fraud according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. Online fraud is one of the biggest challenges facing retailers, with card-not-present (CNP) fraud being one of their top worries….
Read More »New Xbox Controller Could Open Whole New World to Gamers With Disabilities
Microsoft introduced its new Xbox Adaptive Controller, designed specifically for gamers with disabilities. The new hardware can be used for game play with an Xbox One console or Windows 10 PC, and it offers Bluetooth plug-and-play compatibility. It…
Read More »Fire Cubes, Home Theater Beams, and X-ray Cases
Welcome to Gadget Dreams and Nightmares, the column that’s breaking its World Cup obsession for a brief moment to dissect the latest gadget announcements, determining which are worthy of a highlight-reel play, and which are destined for a…
Read More »Upcoming iOS Access Restrictions Could Stymie Law Enforcement
Apple plans to equip iOS 12 with USB Restricted Mode, a feature that requires users to unlock their iPhone with their passcode before USB accessories can connect if the phone last was unlocked more than an hour earlier….
Read More »Nintendo Leans on Fan Favorites and Fortnite
Nintendo called in fan favorites, including Mario and Smash Bros., at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles. Super Mario Party will be heading to the Nintendo Switch this October, joined by Fire Emblem: Three Houses and…
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