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.
- Virtual reality to aid Auschwitz war trials of concentration camp guards
The Auschwitz concentration camp has been recreated in virtual reality to help in war crime trials of former guards.
- 'Stargate' reboot gets put on hold – CNET
A new film trilogy was in the works from MGM and Warner Bros., but now it seems all systems are no for the time being.
- Millennium Falcon becomes a delicious pumpkin-spiced treat – CNET
Everything tastes better with pumpkin spice…even Han Solo’s spaceship. The fastest hunk of junk is also a delicious Star Wars dessert.
- Facebook's Zuckerberg speaks up about fake-news fixes – CNET
With the social network facing criticism for circulating sham news stories, CEO Mark Zuckerberg gives a glimpse of possible solutions.
- Trump takes to Twitter to shame cast of 'Hamilton' – CNET
Technically Incorrect: Tough night on Broadway for VP pick Mike Pence? He gets booed by crowd; then called out by actors. Donald Trump wants an apology.
- Metallica and Miranda Lambert release new albums as double discs – CNET
Sound Bites: Metallica, Miranda Lambert and Bruno Mars finally release their new albums for everyone — even CD shoppers — to hear.
- Facebook fake news: Zuckerberg details plans to combat problem
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg outlines plans for how he hopes to combat fake news on the site.
- Black Friday price drop: 200 more reasons to buy an OLED TV – CNET
From this Sunday through Cyber Monday, the best TV we’ve ever reviewed gets another $200 cheaper. The 65-inch LG B6 will cost $2,800, while the 55-inch model will sell for $1,800.
- Cooley's top tech from the L.A. auto show (CNET on Cars, Ep. 101) – Roadshow
If you’re going to the show — or can’t — here’s the tech you need to check.
- Tablets at 35,000 feet – CNET
From takeoff to landing, commercial airline pilots are using tablets to plan every phase of your flight.
- Sorry, Snapchat: The glassholes are coming – CNET
Commentary: Snapchat is trying to make glasses that record video seem normal with its new Spectacles — but that plan may backfire.
- 'Fantastic Beasts': Can a Harry Potter hater enjoy the new movie? – CNET
Find out what a Potter superfan and a confused muggle made of the new film set in J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world.