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.
- Zuckerberg says Facebook is 'not a traditional media company' – CNET
The CEO appears to be trying to arrive at a new definition for the role his company plays in the tech and media industries.
- Roadkill: DMV flattens Uber's self-driving car effort in CA – CNET
The ride-hailing company halts its controversial autonomous car program after defying state regulators.
- Uber halts California self-driving cars test
Uber halts its self-driving car pilot in San Francisco after regulators say it needs a special permit.
- Bizarre sea creatures pose in pictures – CNET
Fisherman Roman Fedortsov catches some terrifying-looking marine creatures in his net — and posts pictures of them on Twitter and Instagram.
- Here are the most-edited Wikipedia pages of 2016 – CNET
Politics and death dominated, but there are a few bright spots, especially if you like Van Gogh.
- Sex robots: Experts debate the rise of the love droids
Experts say it is inevitable people will have sex with robots, but warn it will raise ethical issues.
- The NFL just got hacked on Twitter – CNET
OurMine, a mystery hacking group, strikes again.
- Marvel — and several Avengers — just got hacked on Twitter – CNET
Self-described white hat security group OurMine claims responsibility for hacking the official Twitter accounts of Marvel and some of its most popular characters, including Captain America and Tony Stark.
- No opening crawl for 'Rogue One'? 'Huge mistake,' says creator – CNET
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, that familiar slow-moving Star Wars text seemed a staple. But not anymore.
- Broadband declared a basic service in Canada – CNET
Ruling creates higher speed targets and a fund to upgrade broadband infrastructure in rural and remote areas.
- Broadband boost for remotest parts of UK
The government plans to use £440m to connect about 600,000 more premises to superfast broadband.
- Honda taps Waymo for self-driving expertise – Roadshow
Honda announced today that it is in discussions with Google spinoff Waymo about incorporating the tech company’s self-driving technology in its cars.
- NFL kicks off search for startups to join pitch competition – CNET
The NFL is looking for sports startups for its second annual 1st & Future competition to be held during Super Bowl week in Houston.
- 'The Emoji Movie' looks like a big piece of… that one emoji – CNET
Commentary: It’s all right, world. We survived “The Garbage Pail Kids Movie,” we’ll get through this one.
- France will let drones deliver the mail (kinda) – CNET
The drone lands at a specific “delivery terminal” where packages can be safely removed.
- Disney to produce TV spin-offs for Snapchat, starting with 'The Bachelor' – CNET
In this case, “Disney” probably means ABC.
- The only true 15-inch MacBook Pro alternative is about to get even better – CNET
Dell’s new XPS 15 just got leaked — complete with never-before-seen Intel and Nvidia chips.
- Buying a laptop, last-minute holiday shopper? We can help – CNET
Want to give someone a laptop this Christmas, but can’t decide which machine to choose? CNET’s Marguerite Reardon offers some advice.
- Steve Ballmer brags he beat Bill Gates in math competition – CNET
Commentary: Talking to Conan O’Brien, the former Microsoft CEO can’t help but boast about his math prowess.
