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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.

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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.

• Uber says it knew nothing of downloaded files in Waymo suit – CNET
  Ride-hailing startup seeks to distance itself from allegations it conspired to steal confidential documents on self-driving car technology.
• Google News facelift focuses on showing you the facts – CNET
  A new card format aims to make it easier to browse through news and adds tags that label a story’s context, publisher and whether it’s one of the most fact-checked stories of the day.
• Ocado trials driverless delivery van in London
  Ocoado’s driverless pod is designed to deliver goods but is not big enough for the weekly shop.
• Ocadao supermarket trials driverless van deliveries
  Internet-based grocer Ocado teams up with a robotics firm to test driverless deliveries in London.
• Future Energy: LA crystals turn cars into energy source
  How California is turning its car problem into a way to make LA greener.
• Boaty McBoatface returns from its inaugural mission – CNET
  The most famous little submarine in the world has returned from a 110-mile-plus journey, bringing back heaps of ocean temperature data from the Antarctic.
• From Ukraine with ransomware: How the global mess all began – CNET
  Researchers found it only took one victim in Ukraine to infect computers around the world with ransomware.
• iPhone's AR could make staying in an Airbnb a lot less awkward – CNET
  This concept imagines what the Airbnb iPhone app could do with AR.
• Laptop ban on planes to US replaced by tighter security – CNET
  The US Homeland Security Department opts for enhanced security measures over expanding a ban on laptops in the passenger cabins of planes.
• Which of Amazon's new Prime-only phones should you buy? – CNET
  OK, that’s kind of a loaded question, but it’s a discussion worth having: The reseller now offers 10 models priced between $50 and $200. Plus: Get Portal 2 for just 2 bucks!
• NASA orbiter snaps the 'Niagara Falls of Mars' – CNET
  You won’t want to book your honeymoon there, but there’s a place on Mars where the landscape reminds scientists of the epic formations of Niagara Falls.
• This is why AI shouldn't design inspirational posters – CNET
  The results are kind of like if Commander Data from Star Trek tried to be your motivational therapist.
• Google must yank search results globally, says Canada court – CNET
  In a case involving pirated goods, the country’s top court says removing results only on Google’s Canada site isn’t enough. But critics worry about free speech.
• Here's what the Galaxy Note 8's back could look like – CNET
  Note 8 renders are coming in force. Here’s how some predict the back of Samsung’s next big phone will look.
• Twitter has issues, and President Trump is on the cover – CNET
  Twitter users react to the president’s fake Time magazine cover by making a pile of parody versions.
• Ford issues three recalls, two of which cover fewer than five cars – Roadshow
  The first recall makes up for the other two, though, since it covers 400,000 vehicles.
• Lego builders click 25,000 bricks into a Statue of Liberty – CNET
  See some of Lego’s master builders take on the epic challenge of building a massive scale model of Lady Liberty in her trademark shade of green.
• Verizon says T-Mobile's service doesn't work on Thursdays – CNET
  Commentary: After a T-Mobile outage, a Verizon executive tweets that his company’s service works every day. Does it?
• Rob Lowe says he saw Bigfoot, was afraid it would kill him – CNET
  Commentary: The actor is launching a new TV series in which he and his sons try to solve famous mysteries. On one adventure, he says he saw a wood ape.

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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.

• Google Earth takes students globetrotting from the classroom – CNET
  Using Google Earth’s Voyager, students can explore remote places, all from the safety of their classroom.
• HMS Queen Elizabeth sets sail from Rosyth for sea trials
  HMS Queen Elizabeth – the largest warship ever built for the Royal Navy – leaves Rosyth for sea trials.
• Social media giants step up fight against terrorist content – CNET
  Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Microsoft launch a joint forum to beef up efforts to remove extremist content from their sites.
• Sprint reportedly talking wireless deal with Charter, Comcast – CNET
  The cable companies could take an equity stake in the wireless giant, The Wall Street Journal reports.
• Ant power
  The drive to find more sustainable transport fuels has been given a boost by some Dutch students.
• The first cash machine came into use 50 years ago today
  It is 50 years to the day that the first cash machine came into use. How has it changed over the years?
• The robot that can pick up virtually any object
  Scientists at UC Berkeley have created a robot that has learnt to pick up virtually any object.
• Scottish areas worst for broadband speeds, says Which?
  The slowest speeds in the UK are experienced in three Scottish local authority areas, Which? says.
• Cash 'lives on' after 50 years of ATMs
  Bank of England chief cashier says all future plans include the use of cash despite new technology.
• Middle East retailers urged to embrace e-commerce platforms
  E-commerce in the Middle East makes up a tiny proportion of the region’s GDP, but this will change as Amazon stokes the market
• I found a rare 1st edition of 'The Hobbit' on a desert island – CNET
  A completely expected journey around the world yields an unexpected (and exorbitantly expensive) piece of literary treasure.
• Win* a Lightning McQueen RC toy! – CNET
  For all you “Cars” fans, we are giving away the new Sphero Ultimate Lightning McQueen! This sweepstakes ends July 9, 2017.
• Apple buys German maker of AR/VR tech – CNET
  SensoMotoric Instruments makes a range of eye-tracking hardware and software perfect for augmented and virtual reality.
• Apple's iOS 11 public beta is now available – CNET
  Apple’s next iPhone and iPad OS is here in public beta form, should you choose to experiment.
• Apple working with Hertz for self-driving cars, report says – Roadshow
  The iPhone maker has been leasing sport utility vehicles from Hertz as it tests autonomous tech on public roads, Bloomberg reports.
• Algorithm turns Trump tweets into verse. Sad or covfefe? – CNET
  After reading a few poems created from the president’s tweets, it’s probably safe to say the next Walt Whitman isn’t inhabiting the White House.
• Netflix teases Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It' TV reboot – CNET
  The millennial version of the filmmaker’s groundbreaking debut will arrive on November 23.
• How iOS 11 makes the iPad (mostly) better – CNET
  iOS 11 delivers more software changes to the iPad than anything in the past two years. Here’s what you can expect when it hits later this year.
• Why it's so crazy Star Fox 2 will be on the SNES Classic – CNET
  It took more than 20 years, but Nintendo is finally releasing the second Star Fox game on the SNES Classic.

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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.

• Hyperlane: A special lane for self-driving vehicles
  A US company is proposing special lanes on roads purely for self-driving vehicles.
• 'Game of Thrones' author says spinoffs are 'moving forward' – CNET
  George R.R. Martin isn’t revealing much, but us “Thrones” fans will take any tidbits we can get about the mysterious new shows.
• Ohio sites hacked with IS message
  Governor John Kasich’s site is one of those attacked, posting a threat to President Donald Trump.
• Australia pushes for weaker encryption at 'Five Eyes' meeting – CNET
  Australia says tech companies should be “thwarting” messaging encryption to stop terrorists, and it’s pushing US companies in particular.
• SpaceX doubleheader is a home run – CNET
  Elon Musk’s private space company proves it can handle the pressure of rapid launches, which is key to its pitch of sending more people to space.
• 'Flawless': 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' earning social media raves – CNET
  With great power comes great reviews: Lucky folks who received an early peek at the film are praising it as one of Spidey’s best.
• Anthem agrees to pay record $115M to settle data breach suit – CNET
  The settlement, subject to a judge’s approval, would be the largest to date for a data breach case, according to lawyers for the plaintiffs.
• Prada sells $185 paper clip, and Twitter can't hold it together – CNET
  Sure you could just stuff your cash in your wallet and buy a whole box of paper clips at Target for $1.29, but where’s the decadence in that?
• Tech investor accused of sexual harassment takes leave – CNET
  Justin Caldbeck, co-founder of Silicon Valley VC firm Binary Capital, apologizes to those he hurt and “to the greater tech ecosystem.”
• Czech power company holds Facebook bikini contest to choose interns – CNET
  Commentary: Power conglomerate CEZ seems to think making potential interns wear bikinis and hard hats is cultural enrichment.
• How I tried to get Microsoft to turn me away from MacBooks – CNET
  Commentary: How is Microsoft selling its new laptop? I went to a couple of Microsoft stores to see whether they could persuade me to give up my MacBook.
• Windows 10 source code leaked to the web – CNET
  Though the potential for serious exploits maybe limited due to what was included, according to some reports.
• What it will take for cybersecurity to become common sense – CNET
  Changing your password needs to become like washing your hands after the bathroom — a habit. We’re a long way off from that.
• Parliament cyber-attack 'hit up to 90 users'
  Fewer than 1% of 9,000 parliamentary accounts were affected, says the House of Commons.
• Happy 20th, Harry Potter, and thanks for teaching me English – CNET
  Two decades after J.K. Rowling published the Harry Potter book that started it all, CNET’s Patricia Puentes muses on the magic the franchise has brought to her life.

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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 Parliament gets hit by hackers – CNET
  Some members’ remote email access is cut off as part of efforts to secure the computer network against a cyberattack.
• 'Flawless': 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' earning social media raves – CNET
  With great power comes great reviews: Lucky folks who received an early peek at the film are praising it as one of Spidey’s best.
• Sorry iPhone, you’re not the only great dual-camera phone – CNET
  The iPhone 7 Plus has Portrait Mode, but so does the OnePlus 5.
• 'Looking for Leia' film shines light on Star Wars fangirls – CNET
  Annalise Ophelian talks about her crowdfunded documentary, which asks women inspired by Star Wars about their love for a galaxy far, far away.
• If you’re into high-end headphones, this amp is for you – CNET
  If you’re the kind of person who owns more than one high-end headphone, the Rogue Audio RH-5 is the amp for you.
• Technics SL-1200GR turntable, for DJs or audiophiles or both? – CNET
  The Technics SL-1200GR may look like a DJ turntable, but it’s also a superb turntable for everybody else.
• Is Uber 2.0 now possible after CEO’s departure? – CNET
  Uber may get a fresh start after Travis Kalanick’s resignation this week. But any new CEO needs to own up to the company’s past —
  and watch out for the old one’s continued involvement.
• A 'cutting-edge' Confederate death trap inspired today's sub – CNET
  From CNET Magazine: The H.L. Hunley was the first sub to sink an enemy ship. It was also a playbook on how not to design a submarine.
• Our favorite summer blockbusters of all time – CNET
  Each week we take a poll around the office to see what makes our colleagues tick. This week we asked which are the best summer blockbusters ever and why.
• Instagram 'Favorites' list lets you control who sees your pics – CNET
  Not everything on Instagram is worth sharing to the world.
• Cannabis World Congress lights up New York – CNET
  Just how much tech does it take to get to the center of the emerging marijuana market? We found out at the fourth annual Cannabis World Congress in New York City.

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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.

• 'Looking for Leia' film shines light on Star Wars fangirls – CNET
  Annelise Ophelian talks about her crowdfunded documentary, which asks women inspired by Star Wars about their love for a galaxy far, far away.
• Tech investor accused of sexual harassment takes leave – CNET
  Justin Caldbeck, co-founder of Silicon Valley VC firm Binary Capital, apologizes to those he hurt and “to the greater tech ecosystem.”
• Is Uber 2.0 now possible after CEO’s departure? – CNET
  Uber may get a fresh start after Travis Kalanick’s resignation this week. But any new CEO needs to own up to the company’s past —
  and watch out for the old one’s continued involvement.
• 20 of the best 'Game of Thrones' fan theories – CNET
  Who’s going to kill whom? Who’s already dead? And who will ride the dragons?
• Instagram 'Favorites' list lets you control who sees your pics – CNET
  Not everything on Instagram is worth sharing to the world.
• Tweeters riled by CEOs 'experiencing' homelessness via VR – CNET
  Commentary: A video of business people donning VR headsets posted to Twitter by a homelessness charity in Australia makes many think of a painful dystopian future.
• Sheryl Sandberg: Tools like Facebook 'used for evil and good'
  How Facebook’s new initiative plans to tackle extremist and hate speech online.
• Russians make a fidget spinner out of… cars? – CNET
  This trend has officially gone too far.
• New Apple Store gets a MacBook roof – CNET
  The roof of Chicago’s new Apple Store has been revealed. The real question is: Is it an Air or a Pro?
• Samsung Galaxy Note 8 said to cost $900, launch in September – CNET
  If rumors are true, the Note 8 will be Samsung’s most expensive Galaxy phone to date.
• The 3:59 extended edition: Are you an iPad Pro or Surface Pro? – CNET
  Here’s the full podcast and YouTube post-show from one of our favorite episodes this week.
• The 404 Show 1704: What is Amazon gonna do with all these Whole Foods? (podcast) – CNET
  Who else better to talk about Amazon’s jaw-dropping purchase of Whole Foods than the man who covers the company for CNET? Ben Fox Rubin is back to share his thoughts on the deal and sticks around long enough to get an E3 2017 debriefing.
• Laugh it up! 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' marathon on the way – CNET
  In the not-too-distant future, 38 classic episodes of the movie-mocking show will be livestreaming.
• Google won't scan your Gmail anymore for ad targeting – CNET
  The tech giant will stop combing through emails to tailor ads. But it’s not like it doesn’t have all your info anyway.
• Facebook wants to save the world. You've got work to do – CNET
  The social network, dealing with existential questions about its role in the world, isn’t just about connecting everyone. It now wants to try to help people get along.
• How the iPhone came to be (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 89) – CNET
  It’s the 10-year anniversary of the iPhone, and Apple’s Scott Forstall talks about how the iPhone happened. So which came first — the iPhone or the iPad?
• Dodge Demon acknowledgement letter ensures owners don't screw it up – Roadshow
  Owners can still do what they want, but Dodge gives some pretty good advice in this document.
• Tech Tent: Uber at a crossroads
  On the Tech Tent podcast this week, we explore the stunning resignation of Uber chief executive Travis Kalanick.
• Router hack risk 'not limited to Virgin Media'
  A weakness in some Virgin Media routers also affects routers by other providers, experts warn.

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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.

• Google Maps dismissed as 'unreliable' by Indian government – CNET
  Use Google Maps when you’re hunting for food, but not when you need it for something important, advised the government.
• 20 percent of planet Earth visits YouTube every month – CNET
  While we can’t say for sure all 1.5 billion people are watching cat videos, it’s a good bet.
• Watch a robot that irons clothes (and dream) – CNET
  Commentary: Spanish robot TEO does something that you’ve always wished someone else could do for you.
• Super Mario fan makes augmented reality game
  Abhishek Singh was testing out the Microsoft Hololens headset when he came up with the idea.
• Bone-sniffing dogs to search for Amelia Earhart's remains – CNET
  Four border collies will head to an uninhabited island where some believe the pioneer aviator died after disappearing in 1937.
• Facebook brings anti-terror initiative to UK following attacks – CNET
  “We know we have more to do,” says Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg on tackling online extremism.
• Weekend Streaming: Get ready for 'Glow' on Netflix – CNET
  Netflix’s newest original goes online and since we’re running out of June find out which titles to catch before it’s too late.
• Facebook launches initiative to fight online hate speech
  Move is a response to UK government criticism that the firm doesn’t do enough to curb online hate.
• Uber 2.0: Girt by CNET podcast 113 – CNET
  Following news of Uber CEO Travis Kalanick stepping down, the Girt team looks at what it means for the company and its customers.
• Mexican president denies spying on journalists, lawyers and activists
  Enrique Peña Nieto says his government did not use spyware against journalists, lawyers and activists.
• Virgin Media urges password change over hacking risk
  The company tells 800,000 customers with Super Hub 2 routers to change their passwords immediately.
• When is Amazon Prime Day 2017? Start by asking Alexa – CNET
  Amazon’s big summer sale is coming back in July, but the date isn’t yet official.
• Amazon envisions giant drone towers to speed up delivery – CNET
  A patent application lays out plans for a robot-powered fulfillment center where drones can zip in and out to deliver packages around your city.
• Google Glass announces update and other tech news
  BBC Click’s Kathleen Hawkins looks at some of the best of the week’s technology news stories
• Could XPrize tablets replace teachers in Tanzania?
  Teams around the world are competing to develop tablet software to replace a teacher in developing countries.
• 'I lost my eye'
  About two billion people have no insurance, but “pay-by-mobile” policies are growing in popularity.
• This iPhone rival's touchscreen could read your finger first – CNET
  Chinese phone maker Vivo is dropping some hints that it’ll be first to unveil an onscreen fingerprint sensor.
• Jump for joy: See Super Mario through a HoloLens AR headset – CNET
  Goombas don’t stand a chance against a HoloLens-wearing first-person Super Mario player who conquers a mixed-reality version of the classic game.
• Stream music around your house with Dish Music – CNET
  Just 18 months after announcing it, satellite TV provider Dish has released a multiroom music app that lets you stream around the house using DTS Play-Fi.

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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.

• Star Trek virtual reality game boldly goes with IBM Watson
  IBM Watson is being used in a Star Trek virtual reality video game to decipher players’ audio commands.
• Hubble find shows how dead galaxies evolve – CNET
  An ancient galaxy that stopped producing new stars a very long time ago shows how dead galaxies could continue to change shape.
• Imagination Technologies put up for sale amid Apple dispute
  The UK chip designer, which is in dispute with Apple, says it is in talks with potential bidders.
• Samsung developing dedicated chip for the Internet of Things – CNET
  The electronics giant has started manufacturing the Exynos i T200, its first processor designed for the Internet of Things.
• WannaCry malware hits traffic cameras in Australia – CNET
  The ransomware that shut down Britain’s healthcare system still seems to be going strong.
• Robert Downey Jr. forks out 'Avengers: Infinity War' set photo – CNET
  See Downey Jr., Benedict Cumberbatch (dressed as Doctor Strange), Mark Ruffalo and Benedict Wong sharing a meal on the set of Marvel’s “Avengers: Infinity War.”
• Marvel's 'The Defenders' debut powerful new poster and key art – CNET
  Netflix released a new poster and motion key art of Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist in “The Defenders,” debuting on August 18.
• Social media pressure is linked to cosmetic procedure boom
  More must be done to protect young people from cosmetic procedure industry, a report says.
• New 'Game of Thrones' trailer, broken down shot by shot – CNET
  Summer just started, but HBO wants to remind us winter is coming in less than a month.
• Is Uber 2.0 now possible after CEO’s departure? – CNET
  Uber may get a fresh start following Travis Kalanick’s resignation. But any new CEO needs to watch out for the old one’s continued involvement.
• Google gets musical to celebrate filmmaker Oskar Fischinger – CNET
  The 117th birthday of the influential filmmaker and artist is marked with a Google Doodle that invites you to make a visual music composition.
• 'Rogue One' will stream exclusively on Netflix in July – CNET
  Netflix’s exclusivity deal with Disney is a Force to be reckoned with.
• WhatsApp rises as a major force in news media
  The private instant messaging app is surging in popularity as a way to share and discuss the news.
• Aadhar: Why is India's biometric scheme so controversial?
  More than a billion biometric cards have been issued, but the scheme is deeply controversial.
• Green light for UK driverless car road trials
  A demo in Nuneaton is the last in a series of trials for driverless cars before they move onto public roads.
• Apple wants to rework streaming terms with labels, report says – CNET
  The company reportedly wants a rate closer to what rival Spotify pays major record labels.
• New 'Game of Thrones' trailer teases epic battles to come – CNET
  Get a new glimpse at what’s promising to be the hugest war Westeros has ever seen as forces converge from all directions in HBO’s hit series.
• Energy revolution
  China consumes more electricity than any other country but is also the world’s biggest solar energy producer.
• HBO fills Reddit, Twitter with 'Game of Thrones' Easter eggs – CNET
  As the summer solstice rolls around, HBO is using social media to remind us that winter, and a new season of “Game of Thrones,” is on the way.

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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.

• Uber chief executive Kalanick resigns
  Travis Kalanick, chief executive of ride-sharing service Uber, resigns following pressure from investors.
• China looks to streaming to find its next wave of pop stars – CNET
  The country has over 300 million livestreamers, and BMG hopes one of them is the next big thing in music.
• Travis Kalanick steps down as Uber CEO – CNET
  After co-founding the company in 2009, Kalanick has resigned from his position as chief executive officer after pressure from investors, reports The New York Times.
• Just how many products have Alexa built in? – CNET
  Check out and see just how many smart devices have the Amazon’s Alexa AI built inside.
• Apple ad admits employment of tired old man – CNET
  Commentary: In a new ad for the iPhone 7, Apple features the Memories tab, run by an old man in a vault.
• Apple started making iPad because Jobs 'hated' a Microsoft exec – CNET
  Scott Forstall, the former head of software for Apple, made the comments during a talk at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California.
• Not even Apple's first iPhone engineers knew all it could do – CNET
  Former Apple engineers Hugo Fiennes, Nitin Ganatra and Scott Herz talk about the development of the iPhone a decade after its release.
• Apple's Tim Cook falls 45 places in employee CEO ranking – CNET
  Commentary: Glassdoor issues its annual ranking. Apple’s Tim Cook falls to No. 53, while Microsoft’s Satya Nadella leaps to No 29.
• 'Baby Driver': A 2-hour trailer as familiar as a favourite song – CNET
  Music drives Edgar Wright’s car chase caper to high-octane thrills but few surprises (spoiler-free review).
• ETrade wants you to rage against the rich – CNET
  Commentary: The rich are awful, so use ETrade to become one of them. That seems to be the logic behind the company’s new ad campaign.
• Star Wars Han Solo directors no longer with film – CNET
  Phil Lord and Christopher Miller aren’t directing the upcoming Han Solo Star Wars standalone film anymore, because of creative differences with Lucasfilm.
• Apple: Qualcomm's 'illegal practices' hurt entire industry – CNET
  Apple lobs new complaints in an updated filing as the legal fight between the two escalates.
• Trump to meet with tech execs on drones, universal broadband – CNET
  President Donald Trump will reportedly meet with executives from AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and other firms to discuss emerging technologies.
• The soft 3D printed robot that could come to the rescue
  Engineers at the University of California are working on a soft legged robot.
• Marital strain? Try puppy pictures for a better relationship – CNET
  Next time you’re in the doghouse, whip out the adorable animal pics to get back on your spouse’s good side. It’s way cheaper then couples counseling.
• Behind the scenes of sci-fi spectacular 'Valerian' – CNET
  “Fifth Element” director Luc Besson says he’s waited his entire life to adapt the influential sci-fi comic into this eye-popping movie.
• Jaguar has a baby F-Pace on the way, and it's called E-Pace – Roadshow
  It’s not to be confused with the I-Pace, which is the electric one.
• 'The Last Knight' needs to be the last Transformers film – CNET
  Director Michael Bay’s latest robot flick disappoints, but then again, expectations weren’t high. Here’s our spoiler-free review.
• Can you find the Mars rover in this incredible orbiter photo? – CNET
  NASA shares a fascinating view from its Mars-orbiting spacecraft that challenges you to find the Curiosity rover tucked into the rocky landscape.

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• You're about to see a lot more Nokia health products – CNET
  Existing Withings scales, blood-pressure cuffs and trackers are getting Nokia branding, with new health products taking the name as well.
• Tesla found ‘not guilty’ of fatal crash, says report – CNET
  In the crash last year, the man driving kept his hands off the wheel despite numerous automated warnings telling him not to, found the report.
• Twitter takes Chance to claim it's fair and balanced – CNET
  Commentary: In a new campaign, the social media site uses Chance the Rapper to show how you can “see every side” of the conversation. Well, if you can bear it.
• Working Apple-1, Apple’s first computer, sells for $355K – CNET
  The 1976 Apple-1 PC is a rare find, and as a recent auction revealed, an expensive one at that.
• NBA stars Iguodala and Curry to co-host players tech summit – CNET
  Golden State Warriors stars to team up for thee-day event connecting pro athletes with Silicon Valley tech companies for possible ventures.
• Whole Foods CEO explains his giddy love for Amazon – CNET
  Commentary: In a company town hall meeting, John Mackey tells his staff that he’s in love with Amazon and it’s not a Tinder relationship.
• Apple's Cook, Amazon's Bezos converge on White House – CNET
  Tech summit hosted by the White House Office of American Innovation tackles cybersecurity and government IT needs.
• Apple Music for $99 a year, without the gift card – CNET
  The 12-month option is hidden deep within the Music app, but works out to less per month than subscriptions from rivals Spotify and Pandora.
• Ikea and Apple will put virtual furniture in your living room – CNET
  Ikea is making an augmented reality app to help you size up and map out furniture before you buy.
• Nearly 200 million US voter records leaked – CNET
  Personal details of American voters were stored on an unsecured and exposed server.
• Grand theft auto
  Connected cars are becoming the norm, but how secure are they and how safe is our personal data?
• The robots attending arts class
  Artist Patrick Tresset is using robots to draw and create art.
• Awesome aerobatics at the Paris Air Show – CNET
  On the first day of the Paris Air Show, aircraft from Boeing, Airbus and others perform low flybys and aerial stunts.
• VR and AR headset shipments to hit 100 million units by 2021 – CNET
  Virtual reality and augmented reality are expected to become more mainstream in the next five years, says a new forecast by IDC.
• Asteroid buzzes Earth ahead of Asteroid Day – CNET
  As we get ready for a day dedicated to space rocks, a few make an appearance for the occasion.
• Get notified of Amazon price drops – CNET
  Deal-finding browser extension Honey just added a super-simple price tracker.
• Time Warner will create new shows just for Snapchat – CNET
  The parent of HBO and Warner Bros. has made a deal said to be worth $100 million to develop original programs and advertise on the popular messaging app.
• Watch as old Hot Wheels cars are restored to greatness – CNET
  The Hot Wheels restoration channel on YouTube is mesmerizing and sucks you in. Where did that 20 minutes go?
• The extra-rugged Galaxy S8 Active is looking pretty certain – CNET
  Documents on Samsung’s website mention the Galaxy S8 Active, which is the closest we’ve gotten to an official announcement.

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