SmartPhones stories - Page 86
Sophisticated malware resurfaces in Google Play apps
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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The Android.Trojan.MKero.A malware was originally distributed via third-party marketplace and local social networks in Eastern Europe late 2014.
Retailers to spend billions on IoT technologies
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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According to Juniper Research, retailers will spend an estimated $2.5 billion on hardware and installation costs by 2020.
Unsecure Apple devices a 'huge' liability
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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A lack of security and management of Apple devices in the workplace is exposing businesses to significant liabilities, according to Centrify.
iOS vulnerability targets corporate data
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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cybersecurity
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apps
Appthority has identified a critical iOS 'Quicksand' vulnerability that enables malicious apps to harvest enterprise credentials.
Healthcare wearables trigger privacy concerns with consumers
Tue, 11th Aug 2015
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Wearable and mobile health app users have concerns about the security of their personal health data, according to a survey by Healthline.
New security flaw on Samsung, LG Android devices
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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technology gifts
A new security vulnerability has been discovered within the Android operating system that affects devices made by several major manufacturers.
Blue Coat forms endpoint security alliance
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
Blue Coat unveils an endpoint alliance ecosystem, allowing intelligence from partner endpoint solutions to be shared with the entire Blue Coat range.
Hands-on Review: Garmin nüviCam
Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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gps
In car GPS makers have struggled to compete with smartphones in recent years. Garmin are hoping that the nüviCam LMT will help turn the tide.
100% of smartwatches have security flaws, says HP
Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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wearables
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public cloud
A study by HP Fortify reveals all tested smartwatches have security flaws, potentially exposing sensitive data to cyberattacks as the IoT market advances.
Why Microsoft should kill off Windows now
Tue, 21st Jul 2015
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windows
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tablets
Microsoft faces stark reality as Windows' relevance wanes in an era where operating systems are free and the cloud reigns supreme.
Intel revenues down in lead up to Windows 10 launch
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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fintech
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pc hardware
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intel
Intel's 2015 second quarter profit fell 3.2% as a result of the slump in PC sales that is impacting the majority of the chip sector.
Technology: Just one part of the security problem
Tue, 30th Jun 2015
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byod
Companies face security risks beyond just technology, says industry association CompTIA. Lack of security policies and human error are key vulnerabilities.
Major security flaw in Samsung Galaxy devices
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Samsung says the flaw is extremely difficult to exploit, but if successful, an attacker could have an enormous amount of access to an affected device.
Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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uc
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wireless networks
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ethernet
Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.
Landesk looks at employee satisfaction and BYOD
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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byod
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productivity
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landesk
The majority of employees are satisfied with their IT departments, and BYOD is aiding productivity but is still a security gap, says Landesk.
Wynyard Group and Motorola Solutions, using data to fight crime
Fri, 12th Jun 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Motorola Solutions' Smart Public Safety Solutions and Wynyard Group's analytics software will help public safety quickly gain actionable intelligence.
Are Kiwi SMBs dismissing BYOD threats?
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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cybersecurity
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byod
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kaspersky
Small business owners are not concerned about the security risks of BYOD, leaving their company vulnerable, according to a study by Kaspersky Lab.
Apple's new streaming service - the Spotify killer?
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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digital entertainment
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apple
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spotify
Apple is set to unveil its eagerly anticipated streaming service, Apple Music, potentially disrupting the market dominated by Spotify.
Lifting the lid on major enterprise security threats
Thu, 4th Jun 2015
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Today's cybercriminals are sophisticated and ruthless: they prey on the weaknesses in a network, approaching any security layer as an open invitation.
Thriving IoT market heads towards trillion dollar mark
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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iot
The IoT market's rapid growth is set to hit USD $1.7 trillion by 2020, driven by massive investments in devices, connectivity, and IT services, says IDC.