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IOS 10.3.3 released: Why it's an iPhone and iPad must-have
You're obviously noticing a trend by now, and macOS Sierra 10.12.6 isn't the release to buck that. A successful attack would basically hand your device over to attackers. Just like in iOS 10.3.3, there were a lot of WebKit fixes as well, which impact Safari and the various vulnerabilities from within the browser. tvOS 10.2.2 - Finally, Apple released tvOS 10.2.2, which includes 15 security f... [Full Article...]
Warren Buffett-target Unilever reports first-half improvement after failed Kraft bid
Earnings per share increased by 24.1 per cent to €1.09, while underlying earnings per share rose by 14.4 per cent. LONDON-Consumer goods company Unilever PLC (ULVR.LN) on Thursday posted a rise in first-half net profit and predicted that margins will be better than previously expected over the full year. [Full Article...]
New Nissan LEAF to boast 'e-Pedal' technology for ultra-simple driving
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The auto will feature the firm's Pro Pilot technology, which enables driverless operation on single-lane roads by controlling steering, acceleration and braking. The new Leaf e-Pedal system will accelerate and decelerate and stop or hold with intelligence even on a hill. NISSAN wants you to forget about the brake pedal. [Full Article...]
Microsoft unveils Cortana-powered thermostat
Its translucent touchscreen enables the owner to alter room temperature, track both indoor and outdoor air quality, check energy usage, adjust home and away settings, and more. A smart speaker in conjunction with Kardon is also reportedly in the pipeline as Microsoft looks to step up its IoT presence. Once released, it will provide an alternative to various players in the thermostat industry like ... [Full Article...]
Local man shatters record for longest career as airline mechanic
As part of its tribute to Blackman, airline officials promise to top the event American held five years ago for him when the mural was unveiled and a vintage Douglas DC-3 took Blackman and his family for a flight over New York City. The former U.S. Navy service member has dedicated his life to American Airlines aircraft. Every day since 1942, Azriel "Al" Blackman has worked out of hangar 10 at... [Full Article...]
Amazon Spark is a product discovery social network that looks like Instagram
To use Spark , you first need to be a Prime member and install the Amazon app on your smartphone (it's not available for desktop yet). The service also encourages users to tag products featured in their posts if they are available on Amazon , allowing others users to purchase the products by tapping on the image. [Full Article...]
WatchOS 3.2.3 update for Apple Watch is now available
Alternatively, you can instead download a 1.98 GB combo updater to update from any version of 10.12. macOS Sierra 10.12.6, however, brings few improvements to Macs as it gets released after two months of 10.12.5 release in May. iOS 10.3.3 includes various fixes for WebKit, including memory corruption issues that "may lead to arbitrary code execution", along with Kernel vulnerabilities that cou... [Full Article...]
Samsung Gets Deal To Make 7nm A12 Chipsets for Next Year's iPhone
The context to Huberty's forecast is that one of the iPhone models expected to launch this fall will be a complete redesign with a higher price tag. A Business Insider report says, "In light of the most meaningful feature and technology upgrades in iPhone's history - including OLED displays, wireless charging , and 3D sensors for AR - we believe it's reasonable to assume the new, higher-price... [Full Article...]