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.
- Sundar Pichai: Google 'exploring' censored China search app
The firm’s CEO defends a possible return to China, a market Google abandoned over censorship concerns.
- Paul Allen: Microsoft co-founder and billionaire dies aged 65
The billionaire businessman, who also owned the Seattle Seahawks NFL team, died in Seattle on Monday.
- Could chip fat help dirty shipping clean up its act?
Ships are the lifeblood of global trade, but their fuel is highly polluting. What’s the answer?
- UK cyber-centre thwarts hostile hackers
The National Cyber Security Centre has combated about 1,200 attacks since it was created, it reveals.
- Robot seeks out skin cancer with suction
Fitted with a dermatoscope, the prototype can check for signs of skin abnormalities.
- Virgin Media faces 'power issue'
A fault with Virgin Media has left many customers in London without internet access and TV.
- Twitter exposes X Factor 'first class' trickery
The final 24 contestants were seen in business class on a flight to LA – but then went back to economy.
- UK seeks to secure smart home gadgets
Makers of small, smart home gadgets will be encouraged to do more to protect them against hack attacks
- Snapchat adds selfie filters for cats
Snapchat’s augmented-reality selfie filters now work on cats.
- Bloodhound supersonic car hits financial roadblock
The UK-led supersonic car project goes into administration. There are just weeks to save the venture.
