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.
- Get to know the CNET family: Q&A with Josh Moffett – CNET
Get to know Josh, outdoor adventurist, master of dad jokes and the man who enjoys making data fun.
- Artist recreates Star Wars trailer on 1984 Apple computer
BBC Click’s Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best of the week’s technology news stories.
- Fidget Spinners exploding? Of course they are – CNET
The toy that skyrocketed in popularity over the past few months is suddenly facing a new and potentially dangerous problem.
- Robot furniture wants to make your apartment feel bigger – CNET
This system converts a small space into a living room, bedroom or closet at the touch of a button.
- Surge pricing
We are used to prices fluctuating on flights, taxis and hotels, but what if the same thing happened on the high street?
- Citizens Advice warning over 'phantom goods' scams
Cars, flights, and insurance are sold at bargain prices online, but some do not exist so buyers lose out.
- Online fraud 'overlooked' by government says watchdog
The growing problem needs “an urgent response” coordinated by the Home Office, says the NAO.
- Even GOP senators think Trump's tweeting has gone too far – CNET
Commentary: After demeaning comments aimed at MSNBC’s Mika Brzezinski, some Republican senators say the president’s tweets are becoming unbecoming.
- FCC gives over $1M in phone subsidies to dead people – CNET
A report from government watchdog GAO finds extensive fraud in the FCC’s Lifeline program for the poor.
- Facebook rules protect white men, not black kids, from hate – CNET
A ProPublica report says leaked documents show the social network may have different standards on who is protected from abuse.
- Samsung really wants your kitchen appliances to be smart – CNET
All of the products in the manufacturer’s new Chef Collection line of products will include Wi-Fi connectivity.
- August just made its smart lock and doorbell easier to use – CNET
August’s app updates make it simpler to keep an eye on your front door.
- 1 in 4 Google employees in leadership roles are now women – CNET
Google released a breakdown of the gender and racial representation of its employees.
- 'Inhumans' trailer: Marvel’s next project has humans unhappy – CNET
The trailer for Marvel’s “Inhumans” is finally here, but reactions from around the web say it’s not living up to many fans’ expectations.
- CNET asks: What do you want to see in the next iPhone? – CNET
We’ve seen a ton of amazing changes since the release of Apple’s first iPhone, both in design and performance. With all the iPhone 8 buzz, what changes are you dying to see?
- Four-cylinder a-peel: Line lock comes to 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost – Roadshow
An easier way to shred tires? Sign me up.
- PBS access extended by carriers like T-Mobile – CNET
T-Mobile and PBS partner to supply wireless coverage to millions of people in rural areas of America.
- 'Sense8' back from the dead, thanks to fans – CNET
Co-creator Lana Wachowski shares a letter announcing that “improbably, unforeseeably, your love has brought ‘Sense8’ back to life.”
- Vegas welcomes bar staffed by robots – CNET
Commentary: The Tipsy Robot bar sounds like an awful lot of fun. It has robot bartenders, but you’re still supposed to tip them.