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.
- Ground breaking tech
Virtual reality, drones and automation are making mining safer and more productive.
- Uber invests in Lime city scooter hire company
The deal with Uber means users will be able to hire scooters via the ride-hailing company’s app
- Nazi-themed goods found on Amazon marketplace
The sale of the merchandise was helping hate groups “prosper”, a report by rights groups says.
- Twitter 'shuts down millions of fake accounts'
Up to 70 million fake accounts are shut as Twitter seeks to limit abuse of its service, according to reports.
- Smart home gadgets in domestic abuse warning
New list aimed at women offers information and advice.
- Electric cars: Charge points could be requirement in new build homes
Hundreds of thousands more charge points could be installed under plans from the transport secretary.
- How WhatsApp has helped heroin become Mozambique’s second biggest export
As many as 40 tonnes of heroin could be passing through Mozambique every year, in a trade that is boosted by the use of mobile phone apps.
