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• Android co-founder Andy Rubin teases first smartphone from new company

  27-03-2017 23:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Rubin gives us the first look at his next big project, and it's missing a lot of bezel.
  
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• Samsung plans to sell Galaxy Note 7 units as refurbished

  27-03-2017 23:05 via zdnet.com
  
  It's not clear which markets the refurbished Galaxy Note 7 will be sold in, but the once-recalled handset is making a comeback. Samsung confirmed the US is not a market.
  
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• Red Hat Q4 tops estimates on strong subscription growth

  27-03-2017 23:01 via zdnet.com
  
  The bulk of Red Hat's subscription revenue came from its infrastructure-related products.
  
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• Only half of workers think their office collaboration system is immersive

  27-03-2017 22:05 via zdnet.com
  
  Workers want more immersive interaction with teams and information through their collaboration system to help them solve business problems. Yet incomplete toolsets still leave room for enhancement.
  
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• Cisco expands the reach of Spark, in the cloud and on premise

  27-03-2017 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  New security options, new hardware, and new capabilities and services for the Spark Platform are designed to help customers making their way to the cloud.
  
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• Cloudera focuses message, pleads the fifth on IPO rumors

  27-03-2017 21:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Cloudera pivots away from reputation as "a Hadoop software distributor", seeks to position company as a seller of enterprise data platforms based on open-source innovation. Executives keep mum about IPO and cloud services rumors.
  
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• NBN points to 'tight cap' on mobile data preventing streaming despite speeds

  27-03-2017 21:00 via zdnet.com
  
  While mobile operators are spruiking 'ever-faster speeds', their data caps are prohibiting consumers from streaming video content worry free -- something that NBN instead enables, the company has said.
  
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• How iOS beta testers can download the final release of iOS 10.3

  27-03-2017 20:58 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're an iOS 10.3 beta tester then you might have noticed that you're not being offered the final release of iOS 10.3. Here's how to force your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to download the update.
  
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• Waze Carpool to launch in Brazil

  27-03-2017 20:40 via zdnet.com
  
  The service is expected to be operational before September 2017.
  
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• Apple pushes security update to OS X Yosemite and El Capitan

  27-03-2017 20:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple has a surprise for OS X Yosemite and El Capitan users: A security update.
  
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• Get your iPhone or iPad ready for iOS 10.3

  27-03-2017 19:55 via zdnet.com
  
  iOS 10.3 is out, but before you rush out to download it here's some things you can do to get your hardware ready for the upgrade.
  
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• You must back up your iPhone and iPad before upgrading to iOS 10.3

  27-03-2017 19:48 via zdnet.com
  
  iOS 10.3 is out, and it's vital that you have an effective backup mechanism in place for your iPhone before you upgrade.
  
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• Samsung plans to relaunch refurbished Note 7 devices

  27-03-2017 19:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The technology giant says it may be able to offer the recalled devices as refurbished phones.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 10.3 update with 'Find My AirPods' feature

  27-03-2017 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple also released updates for macOS and tvOS.
  
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• Facebook Messenger adds live location sharing

  27-03-2017 19:01 via zdnet.com
  
  The feature allows users to share their location for up to an hour with another person or a group.
  
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• Digital Transformation with Accenture Digital

  27-03-2017 18:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The Group CEO of Accenture Digital, which employs 41,000 people, presents key lessons on running a successful program of digital transformation. He also offers important advice to Chief Information Officers.
  
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• 7 ways design thinking is percolating into the enterprise application space

  27-03-2017 18:02 via zdnet.com
  
  'Coding is not the only unicorn skill in demand; traditional markets begin to value design as a strategic lever.'
  
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• We need to talk about the internet's fake ads problem

  27-03-2017 18:00
  
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• Security Think Tank: Enable people using good security and risk methodology

  27-03-2017 18:00 via computerweekly.com
  How can organisations maintain usability and keep support costs low without compromising on security?
  
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• Intel Optane: Memory acceleration kicks PCs into warp drive on April 24

  27-03-2017 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The story of the PC industry for the past few years has been about incremental changes in performance. Intel says that's about to change, as it launches a new acceleration technology that represents "the first major step forward in decades."
  
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• The new pound coin is here – and it's so high-tech, it's 'impossible' to fake

  27-03-2017 17:52
  
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• The new pound coin arrives tomorrow – and it's so high-tech, it's 'impossible' to fake

  27-03-2017 17:52
  
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• The new pound coin arrives today – and it's so high-tech, it's 'impossible' to fake

  27-03-2017 17:52
  
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• Speciale Ict: terrorismo, Governo Uk contro crittografia end-to-end di WhatsApp - Agenzia Nova (Abbonamento)

  27-03-2017 17:37
  Speciale Ict: terrorismo, Governo Uk contro crittografia end-to-end di WhatsApp
  Agenzia Nova (Abbonamento)
  Roma, 27 mar 17:30 - (Agenzia Nova/Key4biz) - Più importante la privacy o la sicurezza anti-terrorismo? Il dilemma si ripropone dopo l'attentato che ha colpito Londra la settimana scorsa. A rinfocolare il dibattito ci ha pensato il ministro dell ...en meer »
  
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• Microsoft adds new calling features to Skype for Business

  27-03-2017 17:29 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is adding new features to its high-end Skype for Business service, just as Amazon and Google are trying to get into the enterprise cloud-conferencing game.
  
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• Nearly half of UK businesses lack a cyber security strategy

  27-03-2017 17:16 via computerweekly.com
  Commentators call on security industry to do more to help businesses understand the value of data and how best to protect it
  
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• Earth-like waves spotted around the Sun could help us predict space weather

  27-03-2017 17:00
  
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• Wells Fargo plans to accept Apple Pay for cardless ATM transactions

  27-03-2017 16:55 via zdnet.com
  
  The feature is expected sometime this year and will include other NFC-based wallets such as Samsung Pay and Android Pay.
  
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• Samsung is about to start selling the Galaxy Note 7 again

  27-03-2017 16:19
  
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• Passwords: Workers say they will hand them over for next to nothing

  27-03-2017 16:04 via zdnet.com
  
  One in seven employees would risk a data breach for a small amount of money.
  
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• Using IoT to stop saboteurs, save water and make money

  27-03-2017 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Griswold Water Systems explains how they modernized their business in an old-school industry and realized unexpected benefits along the way.
  
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• Xplore XSLATE R12 review: A high-quality rugged Windows tablet, but beware battery life

  27-03-2017 15:57 via zdnet.com
  
  Xplore's 12.5-inch Windows tablet is rugged, well designed and offers plenty of configuration options. Fan noise and battery life are potential issues with the Core i7 model though.
  
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• LG G6 review: This affordable big screen business flagship doesn't compromise

  27-03-2017 15:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Other than last year's LG G5 modular mishap, LG has been improving its G series with each release. The LG G6 is its best yet and competes with the other flagships at a lower price in a form factor fit for business.
  
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• This mini industrial robot costs less than $1k

  27-03-2017 15:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Niryo One is powered by Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and the same ROS software as the latest cobots, but at one tenth of the price.
  
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• The uncrackable problem of end-to-end encryption

  27-03-2017 15:41 via zdnet.com
  
  The government wants a backdoor into WhatsApp. But that won't happen - and it wouldn't fix the problem we have, either.
  
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• Consumers want to use retailer apps in-store

  27-03-2017 15:30 via computerweekly.com
  Consumers want retailers to implement applications that can be used in-store to offer personalisation and convenience
  
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• Microsoft's Spring fling: Is another new Surface device category coming?

  27-03-2017 15:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's anticipated Spring hardware launch is unlikely to feature the Surface Book 2. So what else might be on the docket?
  
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• ​Windows 10 upgrades: Microsoft sued for millions over lost data and damaged PCs

  27-03-2017 15:04 via zdnet.com
  
  A group of Windows 10 users have brought a new lawsuit alleging Microsoft's upgrade destroyed data and damaged hardware.
  
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• How to convert a standard PowerPoint deck to widescreen in 30 minutes or less

  27-03-2017 14:46 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need to convert a standard (4:3) PowerPoint presentation to widescreen (16:9), we have a simple, five-step guide that can save you a lot of time.
  
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• WhatsApp privacy

  27-03-2017 14:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Privacy measures offered by chat apps are called into question by last week's London terror attack.
  
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• Nokia to smartphone owners: Malware infections are far higher than you think

  27-03-2017 14:08 via zdnet.com
  
  Nokia warns that mobile malware infections grew dramatically in the second half of 2016.
  
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• UK business least likely to offer rewards to infosec professionals

  27-03-2017 14:00 via computerweekly.com
  UK firms need to rethink incentives to attract and retain people with cyber security skills, according to the findings of a recent global study
  
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• Security awareness relies on balance of technical, human-behavior skill sets

  27-03-2017 13:27 via zdnet.com
  
  On one side sits a technical security practitioner. On the other sits a person with advanced skills in changing behaviors and community engagement. Which creates successful security awareness?
  
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• Xiaomi Redmi 4A becomes the new budget king in India with 250k sold in four minutes

  27-03-2017 13:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Could it replicate the immense success of the Redmi 3S line with which it has much in common?
  
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• MillerCoors sues HCL Tech for $100 million over failure to implement ERP project

  27-03-2017 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  It is still unclear as to why the project went awry, as is the case with many complex ERP implementations.
  
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• ​Singapore begins final countdown to 2G network shutdown

  27-03-2017 12:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Some 123,00 subscribers in the country still on 2G networks will need to migrate from April 1, with shutdown of such services slated to complete by April 18.
  
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• Can hyperconvergence simplify storage?

  27-03-2017 12:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Q&A with Ron Nash, CEO of storage company Pivot3.
  
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• Dear Amber Rudd, don't use the Westminster attack to break encryption

  27-03-2017 12:32
  
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• Dear Amber Rudd, don't use the London terror attacks to break encryption

  27-03-2017 12:32
  
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• Robotic barista serves up coffee

  27-03-2017 12:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A robot coffee server is turning heads in San Francisco
  
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