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.
- Best pre-Black Friday deals you can get right now – CNET
If you are waiting until Black Friday to score some sweet deals, wait no more. Here are some of our favorite pre-Black Friday deals.
- 2016 gift guide: 'Doctor Who' edition! – CNET
These quirky gifts are sure to please any companion this side of Gallifrey.
- This star is the roundest natural object in the universe – CNET
Well, that has been observed, anyway.
- Clever cockatoos fashion tools from cardboard – CNET
Cockatoos have shown the capacity to shape tools, skills not inherited or learned from other cockatoos.
- Apple’s new SOS feature for iPhone will call 911 and automatically notify family members
Apple’s SOS feature from Apple Watch is now coming to the iPhone in a new software update.
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- 'Black Panther' adds Angela Bassett as T'Challa's mother – CNET
Long live the king! Long live the king’s mother! The Academy Award nominee is joining the 2018 Marvel film.
- 'Dune' spiced up for 'Legendary' TV and movie comeback – CNET
Frank Herbert’s iconic science-fiction novel has wormed its way into a new life.
- Amazon reportedly in talks to carry live sports – CNET
Internet retailer could offer games through a premium sports package tied to Amazon Prime, the Wall Street Journal reports.
- Walmart to start 'Cyber Week' sales on Black Friday – CNET
Retailer says it has tripled the number of items it is offering online shoppers this year.
- What's really going on with the iPhone 7 antenna issue? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast Bonus Show) – CNET
Apple has different antennas in the iPhone 7 but it’s not going to kill you. Plus, Apple is saying goodbye to it’s AirPort Wireless routers.
- My Snapchat Spectacles quest: Lessons from six hours in line – CNET
CNET’s Alfred Ng succeeded in buying the video-recording glasses at an NYC pop-up store Monday. But he could have used an extra pair of socks.
- Coinbase fights IRS efforts to obtain customer records – CNET
Bitcoin exchange calls agency’s request for “John Doe” summons overly broad.
- 5 oddly satisfying posts from Reddit's OddlySatisfying – CNET
Social Studies: You know that feeling you get when the last dirty dish fits in the dishwasher to make it perfectly full? Or maybe when the last book fits on your bookshelf just right? That’s what Reddit’s OddlySatisfying is all about.
- Future of Apple Pay Australia still unresolved
There are still uncertainties over Apple Pay among Australia’s big banks, but smaller finance firms are looking at ways to offer the payment service to their customers
- Uber gently reminds users they've waived the right to sue – Roadshow
An update to Uber’s terms and conditions includes a whole subsection waiving the right to sue in favor of arbitration.
- Hiring headache
The self-employed often have to wait weeks before they can start the new job they’ve been offered. Why? Can tech speed things up?
- Microsoft CEO laughs at Apple for making iPad Pro like Surface – CNET
Technically Incorrect: Satya Nadella says it’s remarkable how its competition has decided that two-in-ones aren’t like mixing a toaster and a refrigerator.
- Government pledges faster broadband funds
Chancellor Philip Hammond will announce a multi-million pound investment fund for digital infrastructure in his first Autumn Statement.
- In California, the 'big one' could be an even bigger quake – CNET
If much of the San Andreas fault ruptured at once, what would that look like? A new analysis puts a figure on some of the damage a rare quake could cause.