Return of Remote Workers Brings New Challenges to IT Heads
For those business that got it right reopening their workplaces the first time around, they should be in pretty good shape for round two. But others that struggled to get a handle on operations will likely find themselves again in chaos -- especially where IT is concerned for the transplanted work-from-home employees.
The Critical Nature of Qualcomm's Appellate Court Win
Last week Qualcomm won its appeal long after settling with Apple. This decision is critical to the long-term position of the U.S. in the technology market, and showcases that the U.S. legal system, while clearly under a lot of stress, still works.
The power and promise of holographic technology have been depicted in science fiction stories for years. Today, several companies are at work to bring immersive transportation to the real world.
To be sure, there are specialized circles that make regular explicit use of PGP. My aim in treating PGP here is twofold. The first is to shed some light on it for the uninitiated. The second, and more importantly, is to teach the daring among you how to wield this powerful tool.
5G Rollout Includes Challenges to Supply Chain, WFH Value
The growing work-from-home movement amid the coronavirus and its likely continuing challenges has created the need for additional broadband capacity in more places. Mobile telco and other service providers are rallying around 5G wireless as the most promising solution for reliably faster Internet connectivity. But the path to rolling out 5G has been rocky and spotty.
California's Early Warning Quake Alerts to Be Standard on Android Phones
Earthquake alerts are being incorporated into Android, Google's mobile operating system. The feature will be included in a refresh of Google Mobile Services, so a full operating system upgrade won't be necessary.
Counterfeit hardware, especially in corporate settings, is a recurring problem that often goes unnoticed. Having such gear online poses serious financial, operational, and security risks.
Amazon has cleared a major regulatory hurdle in its quest to deliver Internet service to unserved and underserved areas of the earth. The FCC has approved Amazon's Kuiper Project, with some conditions.
Verifying Global Identities at Scale: August 25 Webinar
With so much identity data flying around online these days, fraudsters can easily impersonate your customers or create fake identities to exploit your business. Learn how Ekata helps organizations with their fraud risk assessments.
Women in Tech: 20 Trailblazers Share Their Journeys
Successful women in the tech trenches share their insights and tackle subjects ranging from how to search out a strong mentor to how to be one -- from how to advance in a large company to how to start your own firm.
This book is an excellent guide for students considering STEM courses, graduates pondering job choices, and career changers at any stage in life. It's also a useful tool for school and career counselors, recruiters, and HR pros eager to diversify their workplaces.
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Am I the only PS4-owning gamer who hasn't finished Ghost of Tsushima yet? Sucker Punch's smash hit samurai game is one of the great last efforts of this console generation, and if you're already looking for a new challenge, then one is on the way — and you'll need to bring friends.
Sucker Punch
A new cooperative multiplayer mode will support two- or four-player missions that play out separately from the campaign. Start your morning off with a peek at the ominous trailer.
— Richard
Apple will give third-party Mac repair shops its stamp of approval
It started verifying iPhone repair shops last year.
Apple is planning to add authorized Mac service locations to its existing list of verified iPhone repair shops. That program kicked off last year, and 140 businesses have reportedly signed up. It's a good sign for right-to-repair advocates, as Apple had previously limited warranty-related work to its own locations and large operations, like Best Buy, that could meet volume requirements. The new Mac program will provide parts and training to qualifying repair stores, but there's no date yet for stores to pick up verification. Continue reading.
Upcoming Chrome tweaks will point out fast-loading pages and insecure forms
Breaking browser news.
Google
Starting in the M86 build, Chrome will raise a red flag on forms that are on secure HTTPS pages but aren't actually submitted securely. Details sent through these "mixed forms" are potentially visible to lurkers, who might read or change information. Meanwhile, on Android, Google will start surfacing a new Web Vitals metric. It's a tiny label that marks a "Fast page" based on how quickly it loaded for users in the past. Continue reading.
A quick read that you'll finish before your first cup of coffee.
The best accessories for Nintendo Switch
Congratulations, you beat the bots and bought a Switch — now what?
Engadget
A better Switch experience isn't just about a better gamepad or charging dock; different setups may call for different accessories, and we've got a few recommendations for every kind of gamer. Continue reading.
Colgate's latest AI-powered smart toothbrush starts at $50
And it stores info on brushing sessions to sync later if your phone isn't around.
Colgate
If you're coming up on a toothbrush replacement (the ADA recommends every three to four months) then here's another one to consider when you're standing in that endlessly long aisle. The 'hum' by Colgate aims to prove that smart toothbrushes are indeed beneficial, largely due to an app that'll teach you better brushing skills.
It claims the app can analyze how well you're doing and offer tips on areas you've missed. The app also slowly awards points you can redeem for items like spare brush heads. Still, assuming the tracking doesn't weird you out, the hum could be your entry-level gateway to smart toothbrushes. Continue reading.
Life online: Subscribe to everything, own nothing
Welcome to the future, where everything is leased.
There is one industry that seems to thrive on life's current level of unpredictability: subscriptions. No, not just to Netflix and Spotify, but to physical items, like cars, clothes and furniture. It's a trend that's been slowly catching on over the past couple of years, and in a lot of ways, we have technology to thank for it. Nicole Lee explains how we got here — and where we're going next. Continue reading.
