As developers for tablets and smartphones we like to keep abreast of the latest mobile technology developments . This is a daily digest of mobile development and related technology news gathered from the BBC, the New York Times, New Scientist and the Globe and Mail to name a few. We scour the web for articles concerning, iPhone, iPad and android development, iOS and android operating systems as well as general articles on advances in mobile technology. We hope you find this useful and that it helps to keep you up to date with the latest technology developments.
- UK to increase national cyber-defence grid
The UK will boost automatic defences keeping malicious hackers at bay as it reveals details of a £1.9bn cyber security strategy.
- Pokemon Go costume helps you really catch Pikachu – CNET
Grab some Pokeballs from the PokeStop and give it your best shot.
- Family sues Amazon after hoverboard burns house down – CNET
The device caught fire and destroyed the $1 million home in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Mopar's SEMA concepts are a crazy blend of old and new – Roadshow
A 1971 Challenger with 2017 fasciae, a 1966 CJ body on a TJ frame and a Durango with Viper seats — they’re all part of Mopar’s SEMA lineup, and they’re all pretty nuts.
- Retro 'Stranger Things' news report on Barb's disappearance – CNET
This archival newsreel from 5 WIYZ TV anchor Brenda Wood asks for viewer help in finding poor missing Barb and that mysterious grocery store waffle bandit.
- Here's what happens when Obama gives up his Twitter account – CNET
The White House has a digital transition plan for @POTUS’ social media accounts when he leaves office.
- Two women just changed pro wrestling forever – CNET
Commentary: Sasha Banks and Charlotte were the main event of a WWE pay-per-view — something no one thought could happen just a few years ago.
- Microsoft not happy with Google disclosing major Windows bug – CNET
Web giant says no fix or advisory has been issued even though it reported the flaw 10 days ago.
- Obama administration launches semiconductor study group – CNET
Group of industry veterans will focus on ways to strengthen the US industry, especially for nation’s economic and security interests.
- Galaxy S7 Edge gets a new coat of blue – CNET
How do you make an already gorgeous phone even better? For the Galaxy S7 Edge, Samsung added a new color: blue.
- IT industry development is an obvious choice for Bahrain
Bahrain is a gateway to the Middle East for multinationals, and to the world for locally grown IT startups
- Written off
Now that digital signatures are legally acceptable, what does this mean for the art of the hand-written signature and the venerable ink pen?
- The augmented reality apps helping to decorate your home
BBC Click’s Lara Lewington looks at some of the latest tech to help you decorate your home.
- 'Rogue One' droid K-2SO athletic, full of attitude, insider says – CNET
Special effects Jedi master Neal Scanlan also says “Rogue One” director Gareth Edwards stamps his personality on the Star Wars universe.
- Discriminated against by an Uber driver? Study says you're not alone – CNET
Black passengers using ride-hailing apps reportedly have longer wait times and more canceled rides than white passengers.
- Why your Facebook friends are checking in at Standing Rock – CNET
Messages on the social network appear to be part of an effort to confuse law enforcement officials.
- Apple leads in tumbling market for tablets – CNET
The tech giant still saw a decline in shipments, mirroring lower demand for tablets worldwide, says research firm IDC.
- Watch the moon shadow the sun with an eclipse seen from space – CNET
Get on board with the Solar Dynamics Observatory for a close look at a spectacular partial solar eclipse.
- 'The Walking Dead' nails how a 'zombie virus' could spread – CNET
For some fun, researchers at Argonne National Laboratory run a computer model to see how quickly Chicago residents would join the legions of undead.
