Technology News
Review: Taraji P. Henson Redeems "What Men Want"
The New Yorker - 8 Feb 2019 01:00
Richard Brody reviews the movie "What Men Want," directed by Adam Shankman and starring Taraji P. Henson.
Google Boosts Encryption For Low-End Android Devices
Threatpost - 8 Feb 2019 23:04
Google's Adiantum boosts encryption for low-end devices with processors that do not have hardware support for AES.
Astronomers unlikely victims of Mexico's violence, crime
Phys.org - 8 Feb 2019 10:22
Astronomers have become the latest victims of Mexico's violence with activities at two observatories being reduced because their staff suffered crimes while travelling to the remote mountain sites, researchers said Thurs...
This Data Breach is Equal to 469,000 War and Peace Books
The Mac Observer - 8 Feb 2019 16:54
Last month we heard of the Collection #1 data breach, which contained 773 million email addresses and 21 million passwords. Now, Collections #2-#5 are here. Despite its unthinkable size, which was first reported by the G...
MRI cardiac stress test shows promise at identifying fatal heart disease
Science Daily - 8 Feb 2019 21:21
Results from a large, multi-center study suggest that cardiac magnetic resonance, or CMR, has potential as a non-invasive, non-toxic alternative to stress echocardiograms, catheterizations and stress nuclear exams in ide...
How hybrid IT can make your business more flexible and efficient
TechRepublic - 8 Feb 2019 20:37
Hybrid IT blends in-house resources and cloud resources to better meet the needs of businesses.
How Do I Handle Taxes For an Out of State Car Purchase?
Life Hacker - 8 Feb 2019 17:30
As Jalopnik's resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I've decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing taxes and fees when buying out of...
Study reveals complementary medicine use remains hidden to conventional medicine providers
EurekAlert! - 8 Feb 2019 07:00
(University of Technology Sydney) Research reveals that 1 in 3 complementary medicine (CM) users do not disclose their CM use to their medical providers, posing significant direct and indirect risks of adverse effects an...
How to create tables and add data to MySQL database with MySQL Workbench
TechRepublic - 8 Feb 2019 22:10
The MySQL Workbench GUI is cross-platform, open source, and incredibly easy to use.
Tesla's 7 percent workforce cut amounts to more than 1,000 jobs slashed in California - Roadshow
CNET - 8 Feb 2019 05:09
The layoffs take place amid accelerating Model 3 manufacturing.
Like it or not, Instagram is going to start putting IGTV previews on your feed
BGR - 8 Feb 2019 05:05
You're about to start seeing a lot more content from IGTV, the long-form video service Instagram rolled out last summer that was meant s to be kind of YouTube rival, but which hasn't managed to gain significant traction ...
Two vulnerabilities patched in iOS 12.1.4 were exploited by hackers, Google researcher says
AppleInsider - 8 Feb 2019 04:19
A pair of iOS bugs identified as resolved by Apple in its latest iOS 12.1.4 release were successfully exploited by hackers, according to a Google researcher who shared details of the zero-day vulnerabilities on Thursday.
Asteroid from 'Rare Species' Sighted in the Cosmic Wild
SpaceRef - 8 Feb 2019 04:18
Astronomers have discovered an asteroid looping through the inner solar system on an exotic orbit....
Engineered Silicone Extrusions
Medical Design Technology - 8 Feb 2019 23:51
Product Announcement Fujipoly® is a world leader in the design and custom manufacturing of silicone rubber extruded gaskets. From standard profiles to complex coextruded shapes, Fujipoly® offers expert engineering supp...
Genome scientists develop novel approaches to studying widespread form of malaria
Science Daily - 8 Feb 2019 23:14
Scientists have developed a novel way with genome sequences to study and better understand transmission, treat and ultimately eradicate Plasmodium vivax, the most widespread form of malaria.
Moto G7 Play vs. Moto G6 Play: Which is your perfect playmate?
Digital Trends - 8 Feb 2019 22:30
A good budget phone can provide all the features you need. The new Moto G7 Play is the latest cheap option from Motorola -- but is it better than last year's Moto G6 Play? We pitted them against each other to find out. T...
Keep Your Shower Clean With Car Wax and Salt Water
Life Hacker - 8 Feb 2019 21:30
It may seem ironic, but showers are filthy.
New target to prevent, treat alcoholism identified
Science Daily - 8 Feb 2019 21:21
Researchers have identified a gene that could provide a new target for developing medication to prevent and treat alcoholism.
Researchers Chart Path to Cheaper Flexible Solar Cells
Medical Design Technology - 8 Feb 2019 21:04
News There's a lot to like about perovskite-based solar cells. They are simple and cheap to produce, offer flexibility that could unlock a wide new range of installation methods and places, and in recent years have reach...
Sprint Sues AT&T Over '5G E' Marketing, Alleges False Advertising and Deception
Medical Design Technology - 8 Feb 2019 20:56
News Criticism over AT&T's '5G E' icon that began popping up on smartphones earlier this year and the carrier's related nationwide marketing push has now turned into legal action Staff Author: Bevin Fletcher Topics: Carr...
Dengue virus infection may cause severe outcomes following Zika virus infection during pregnancy
Science Daily - 8 Feb 2019 20:14
Prior Dengue virus infection may cause severe outcomes following Zika virus infection during pregnancy, a new study shows. The research points to a possible mechanism for the enhancement of Zika virus progression during ...
Higher sodium intake associated with increased lightheadedness in the context of the DASH-sodium trial
Science Daily - 8 Feb 2019 19:47
Researchers found that higher sodium intake, when studied in the context of the DASH-Sodium trial (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), increases lightheadedness. These findings challenge traditional recommendations...