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.
- 'Institutes of Technology' to boost skills training
The locations of 12 Institutes of Technology – aiming to provide high-quality skills training – are revealed.
- How 3D printing aids mass production
A US tech firm is using 3D printing to mass produce metal parts more quickly than ever before.
- Flickr adds photo theft detection tools
The photo-sharing site will let subscribers see if people have used their images without permission.
- Facebook sorry for 'disturbing' disabled comment
The social network apologised for saying people might find images of disabled people “disturbing”.
- Lush quits social media in UK
The cosmetics firm is closing several of its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
- Sony creates colossal 16K screen in Japan
The tech firm is installing a screen that is bigger than a bus in the offices of a cosmetics firm.
- Men accused of $1m fake iPhone scam
Two Chinese men studying at an American university are accused of submitting fraudulent repair claims.
- Bitcoin mining ban considered by China's economic planner
China’s economic planning agency adds Bitcoin creation to a list of activities that may be outlawed.