Latest Apple iOS Update Patches a Serious Security Vulnerability

Latest Apple iOS Update Patches a Serious Security Vulnerability

23.07.2017

After a couple of months and six beta versions, Apple has finally shelled out the software update for their handheld devices - the iOS 10.3.3. But that's just because those are the only devices that can run iOS 10 . This is great for those of us who feel like a tool speaking to Siri in public places.

Neil Armstrong's bag of moon dust up for auction

Neil Armstrong's bag of moon dust up for auction

23.07.2017

Armstrong's bag had been forgotten for a while until Carlson saw it on a government auction website. On the 48th anniversary of "one giant leap for mankind", a moon dust-encrusted bag long overlooked in Kansas storage bins sold at auction Thursday for $1.8 million.

Verizon Admits To Throttling Netflix Streams, Blames Network Optimization Trials

Verizon Admits To Throttling Netflix Streams, Blames Network Optimization Trials

23.07.2017

Verizon Wireless users over at Reddit have been complaining this week that the company has started throttling their connections to Netflix without informing them of the change. Arstechnia said it ran the test itself on an iPhone handset and got a 10Mbps download speed on fast.com, which is Netflix's speed test tool. Net neutrality advocacy group Free Press said Friday that Verizon's move raises questions.

Real Madrid turned down chance to sign De Gea - Mourinho

23.07.2017

De Gea's proposed transfer to Real Madrid collapsed in September 2015 at the 11th hour because the requisite documents were not uploaded to Fifa in time. "My feeling is that it would be very hard for him to go". I see him very happy and focused and working better than ever, so for me 100 per cent he stays with us'.

Chicago festival to mark Pokemon Go anniversary goes awry

23.07.2017

Frustrated, the fans chanted "fix the game" during game developer Niantic's opening presentation and Niantic CEO John Hanke was booed when he took the stage, according to the Chicago Tribune . "So, I want to ask you guys, please know, we've got the whole Niantic team working against this, so please be patient with us". Tickets to the event sold out within around 10 minutes of going on sale, leading to many tickets being resold at nearly 10 times their face value.

Don't Mess With Ford's First 'Pursuit-Rated' F150 Police Pickup Truck

Don't Mess With Ford's First 'Pursuit-Rated' F150 Police Pickup Truck

23.07.2017

Ford's 2018 F-150 Police Responder will join sheriff's offices, border patrol, and state and local agencies this spring. Together, they give the F-150 Police Responder a 7,000-pound tow capacity. With an all-terrain four-wheel drive system, Ford's latest law enforcement vehicle is ready to tackle all manner of road conditions. . A high-output 240-amp alternator helps power the onboard computer and other devices, as well as a police-calibrated speedometer and meters to track engine hours ...

Sensex ends higher; Reliance Industries leads

Sensex ends higher; Reliance Industries leads

23.07.2017

Wipro was biggest gainer among Sensex stocks, up 6.5 percent after higher-than-expected worth (Rs 11,000 crore) of share buyback and good June quarter earnings despite subdued Q2 dollar revenue guidance and analysts' negative stance. Coal India (up 2.66 per cent), Kotak Bank (1.90 per cent), TCS (1.87 per cent) and Infosys (1.11 per cent) had a field day. The broad based Nifty traded near life time high.

Ghost Recon Wildlands Ghost War PVP Beta Finally Gets a Trailer

Ghost Recon Wildlands Ghost War PVP Beta Finally Gets a Trailer

23.07.2017

Those who've been waiting to frag their friends in Wildlands' narco state needn't wait much longer, however, as today Ubisoft announced an open beta for Ghost War , a brand new player-versus-player mode coming this fall. Ghost War will reportedly sport large maps that challenge players to contend with unsafe terrain and weather conditions in addition to enemy players.

YouTube employs the Redirect Method to counter searches for violent extremist videos

YouTube employs the Redirect Method to counter searches for violent extremist videos

23.07.2017

She and France's President, Emmanuel Macron, said they would evaluate the proposals that impose a penalty on Internet companies that fail to remove extremist content online. Their research informed the creation of the Redirect Method , and Google has adopted it to prevent people from encountering harmful content on YouTube.

Lugia is the first Legendary for Pokemon Go, Articuno coming next

Lugia is the first Legendary for Pokemon Go, Articuno coming next

23.07.2017

Pokemon GO is available on iOS and Android . It was only a victory for those of us who stayed at home and watched it unfold in the comfort of our computer chairs. It was supposed to be an all-day festival welcoming thousands of the world's biggest Pokemon Go fans into Chicago, but technical glitches left attendees angry on Saturday, and without catching any rare Pokemon , leading organizers to offer refunds.