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.
- Meet the forensics queen debunking 'NCIS,' 'Silent Witness' – CNET
Xanthe Mallett, a university professor of forensic anthropology and criminology, unravels what’s real and what’s ridiculous in the land of TV crime shows.
- Can you leave the iPhone's Home button behind? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 98) – CNET
The iPhone 8 will reportedly change how you use an iPhone, Apple shows off its first batch of AR apps and those crazy AirPods are dominating the wireless earbud market.
- Caught in the act
A BBC experiment gains an insight into the range of attacks companies and other organisations suffer every day.
- TSA asks passengers not to carry battle-axes on planes – CNET
Hey all you wannabe Vikings, your weapons, even replicas, need to be packed in checked luggage.
- Hey Siri, you've got a new boss – CNET
Craig Federighi, who oversees Mac and iPhone software, is now also in charge of the voice assistant, replacing internet and software services chief Eddy Cue.
- Roku files for IPO, seeks to raise $100 million – CNET
Roku’s streaming devices routinely beat out similar products from the likes of Amazon, Google and Apple.
- Instagram flaw lets hackers sell celebrities' data at $10 a pop – CNET
Hackers set up a searchable database that allows people to find contact info for hundreds of stars, at ten bucks per query.
- Get to know the CNET family: Q&A with John Kim – CNET
Meet the thrill-seeker who whips CNET videos into shape for your viewing pleasure.
- Retro Atari Handheld unveiled, preloaded with 50 classic games – CNET
An Atari hybrid handheld/home console in the vein of Nintendo Switch is on the way from seller Funstock Retro and is slated to arrive in time for Christmas.
- YouTube TV expands to 12 more markets – CNET
Google’s paid streaming service launched in a dozen more cities including San Diego, Cleveland and Salt Lake City.
- Celebs raise millions in crowdfunding to help Harvey relief – CNET
Athletes like football star JJ Watt and CEOs like Houston native Michael Dell are using online fundraising to help Texas rebuild after Hurricane Harvey.
- Squeezed dry: Juicero shuts down – CNET
The company suspends sales of its $400 Wi-Fi connected juicer and offers customer refunds.
- Apple, Google, Facebook and more speak out on Trump and DACA – CNET
Silicon Valley once again is speaking out against President Donald Trump, this time about rumors he will end the “Dreamer” program.
- Cadillac's semi-autonomous Super Cruise will be super-expensive – Roadshow
Hopefully, you’re willing to pay Tesla money for a Cadillac CT6.
- Toyota's plans for Frankfurt go big and small at the same time – Roadshow
Whether you’re after a hulking mass or hybrid cute-ute, Toyota will have something for you.
- The 404 Show 1711: In the path of totality (podcast) – CNET
Steve Guttenberg briefly lands on our planet to discuss solar eclipse reviews, his new YouTube channel, aliens and more.
- 'iPhone 8' rumored to be called iPhone Edition – CNET
Commentary: Murmurings reported by 9to5 Mac from IFA in Berlin suggest that the two other phones will be called iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.
- FCC closes virus upload loophole on its website
Digital defences on the site have been improved after users found it was possible to upload malware.
- Check out the future of appliances and smart tech at IFA 2017 – CNET
From an electromagnetic oven, to a roaming mini-fridge, to a scanner that can figure out what that stain is, here’s everything we’ve seen at the big tech show of Berlin.
