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US CBP Acknowledges It Doesn’t Have The Authority To Check Data Stored In The Cloud

by Staff on Friday, July 14, 2017

The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has admitted that they currently do not have the authority to examine any data stored in the cloud when performing phone searches on travelers coming to the country.

Appears in: Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

FCC Votes Unanimously To Review System That Lets Phone Companies Check If A Number Is Legit

by Staff on Thursday, July 13, 2017

Just this week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted unanimously to go over a system that would basically let phone companies determine if a particular number calling a customer is legitimate or not.

Appears in: Mobile, Wireless

Seeing AI: An iOS App From Microsoft That Describes Blind Users’ Surroundings

by Staff on Wednesday, July 12, 2017

While many tech companies nowadays continue to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can be put to good use in our daily lives, there are only a few who actually try to experiment with how today’s AI tech can help those with physical or sensory limitations.

Appears in: Apple, iphone, Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

Usage Of Siri Decreases Since 2016, While Alexa’s And Cortana’s Improve

by Staff on Tuesday, July 11, 2017

According to a new report recently released by Verto Analytics just this week, Siri is still the most widely used virtual assistant in the United States, with 41.4 million active users on a monthly basis.

Appears in: Apple, Mobile

Qualcomm Looking To Add 5G, UAS To Its San Diego 3.5 GigaHertz Trials

by Staff on Monday, July 10, 2017

Qualcomm is now requesting the approval of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with regards to an update to the chip maker’s current license so that it can include unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the license’s scope.

Appears in: Mobile, Wireless

Pokemon Go’s Success May Have Had A Bigger Impact On Mobile Than Anybody Expected

by Staff on Friday, July 07, 2017

Last year, virtual reality (VR) may have hit new heights in popularity, with various tech companies showcasing their cool new products and exciting breakthroughs in the field.

Appears in: Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

Study: We Still Don’t Like Digital Assistants That Much

by Staff on Thursday, July 06, 2017

Digital or voice assistants have immensely improved in the last half decade or so, but for the average mobile user, it may still feel weird interacting with them, let alone rely on one.

Appears in: Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

Your Guide To Facebook’s Wi-Fi Locator

by Staff on Wednesday, July 05, 2017

About a week ago, Facebook had announced that it was finally beginning to launch its Wi-Fi locator tool to all users around the world.

Appears in: Internet, Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones, wi-fi

Buy The Moto E4 From Republic Wireless And Enjoy A $30 Discount

by Staff on Friday, June 30, 2017

Republic Wireless, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that leases network capacity from major US wireless carriers T-Mobile and Sprint, is now selling the fourth generation version of Motorola’s Moto E handset (most commonly known as the Moto E4).

Appears in: android, Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

DHS Going For Tighter Security Measures Instead Of Expanding Laptop Ban

by Staff on Thursday, June 29, 2017

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has chosen not to further expand the scope of its ban on laptop devices inside the cabins of commercial flights bound for America. What the DHS will be doing instead is implement stricter security measures for all airplanes coming to the US and for all airports.

Appears in: Mobile, smartphone, Smartphones

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