Security Researchers Backtrack on Android Malware Claim
Internet security researchers said Thursday they may have been mistaken about claims that mobile devices powered by Google Inc.’s Android operating system were hacked and used to send spam emails. The researchers from security company Sophos Ltd. and Google rival Microsoft Corp. each had written blog posts in recent…
Samsung 75-inch ES9000 HDTV hands-on
Samsung’s ES9000 LED HDTVs were overshadowed by the company’s 55-inch OLED announcements, but the flagship LCDs are taking their turn in the spotlight now with the vast 75-inch model leading the way. SlashGear caught up with Samsung in London today, along with a hastily-freighted-in first 75ES9000 unit that had been…
Judge who shelved Apple trial says patent system out of sync
CHICAGO (Reuters) – The U.S. judge who tossed out one of the biggest court cases in Apple Inc’s (AAPL.O) smartphone technology battle is questioning whether patents should cover software or most other industries at all. Richard Posner, a prolific jurist who sits on the 7th U.S. Circuit Court…
Malware May Knock Thousands off Internet on Monday
Despite repeated alerts, tens of thousands of Americans may still lose their Internet service Monday unless they do a quick check of their computers for malware that could have taken over their machines more than a year ago. The warnings about the Internet problem have been splashed across Facebook and…
Japanese inventor hopes “ro-butt” can develop communication
TOKYO (Reuters) – The mechanical buttocks may look like a new low for the world of Japanese robotics, but they may actually mark a new leap into the future of humanoid development. Inventor Nobuhiro Takahashi programmed his creation, called “SHIRI” or “butt” in Japanese, to respond with different emotions to…
Apple iPad Mini and RIM News Show How to Reposition Your Company
New Apple iPad and RIM announcements following negative projections show how you, too, can reposition your company, ignore the critics, and reinvent your product or service. Setting a new direction may be the best way to beat competitors or turn your business around in tough times. Here’s more.The Tablet Shrinks…
Developers face Windows 8 conundrum
Microsoft faces a challenge convincing developers its upcoming Windows 8 operating system (OS) is worth investing and building software for, since many are already busy on iOS and Android apps. Market analysts say the challenge is compounded when developers would have to consider developing apps for either Windows 8 on Richard Edwards,…
More reports suggest a smaller iPad is coming
The screens of current iPads measure about 10 inches across diagonally, but reports suggest a 7-inch model may be coming. STORY HIGHLIGHTSNew reports say Apple could make a smaller iPad by the end of the yearSources tell Bloomberg “iPad Mini” would have 7-8 inche screenThat’s the same as the Kindle Fire…
YouView will be a big hit and could crush Virgin Media’s TiVo
After years of speculation and anticipation, YouView was finally unveiled to the UK’s tech and entertainment media including our good selves this morning. After a demo of the system I’m predicting the service is going to be a huge success, especially with Freeview homes looking to upgrade without committing to…
Samsung Q2 results boost through smartphones?
Samsung is expected to announce an operating profit boost due to smartphone sales in its Q2 results. The South Korean firm, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and developers of mobile devices and memory chips, will be releasing guidance documents for its second-quarter results this Friday. There will be full…
