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Finding a mid-range device that can be used as a daily driver with a relatively cheap price tag isn’t impossible, but picking out a good deal is still worthwhile for those in the market for a new phone. As far as specs go, the BLU Studio 6.0 HD features a 6-inch 720p HD display, a quad-core processor clocked at 1.3GHz, an 8-megapixel camera on the back with a 2MP front-facing shooter, 8GB of built-in storage and a microSD card slot....

This is when the scammer sends an email pretending to be from a legitimate organization in an attempt to trick you into clicking a boobytrapped file. These types of attacks can be a very effective tool for fraudsters, especially in tricking the untrained eye. But among all the file types that can be used for duping potential victims, this well-known format is the most popular for cyberattacks. Read on and you might be surprised....

You may remember a little hackery along these same lines for the ageing Samsung Galaxy Note II last year? In that case, I tested an after-market coil, concluding that it worked pretty well, if slowly, with installation that was practical, if a little fiddly. In this case, I’m going to go one better and explore both official and after-market options for the slightly newer (but still well out of warranty) Samsung Galaxy S4, with a nod to the current S5, for which almost identical options apply....

Paying for my ride, however, has been kept simple thanks to my iPhone and Apple Watch. Whether you want to use your city’s official transportation card or your personal credit card, here’s how you can use Apple Wallet to quickly “scan in” to your ride. Also: I made a huge Apple Watch mistake How to add your card to Apple Wallet Also: How to use Apple Pay in stores and online...

Air-gapped systems are isolated from the internet due to the nature of the information they handle. The idea is that by being completely removed from both the public-facing internet and the rest of the network, any information stored and processed within them remains secure from unauthorised access by outsiders. Typically, air-gapped systems are found in sensitive or high-risk environments – which are likely to be tempting targets for malicious hackers – including critical infrastructure, satellite and military networks....

The researchers from VTT Technical Research center are calling the technology as “the world’s first hyperspectral mobile device”. They had converted an iPhone camera into a new kind of optical sensor. The researchers claimed that the technology could bring new possibilities of low-cost spectral imaging to consumer applications. Although, hyperspectral cameras provide access to the optical spectrum at each point of an image and are used for medical, industrial, space and environmental sensing but it was traditionally expensive....

The impact on you: IFTTT lets you automate several tasks on your phone. Android’s expandability makes IFTTT especially powerful, with six other Android-specific channels available for doing things like sending yourself reminders or getting alerts for inclement weather. Check out these nine recipes for starters.

The new product in pure GeForce Now style aims to eliminate the site that your PC occupies on your desktop, so you can make way for a virtual computer service. Blade’s Shadow, your new virtual PC The startup Blade has spoken with the main hardware brands to carry out its virtual PC project. The best NVIDIA graphics, Intel Xeon processors and AMD APUs all have their place in the new streaming service....

“Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending the REAL ID full enforcement date by 19 months, from October 1, 2021, to May 3, 2023, due to circumstances resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has significantly impacted states’ ability to issue REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards, with many driver’s licensing agencies still operating at limited capacity. DHS will publish an interim final rule in the coming days to effectuate this enforcement date change....

If cybercriminals had a way to steal your 2FA codes, they could infiltrate your accounts. Unfortunately, that’s happening now with a dangerous malware variant making the rounds. The malware is an updated version of Aberebot, an old banking trojan. Read on to find out what the sneaky malware can do and how to protect yourself from it. Here’s the backstory Security researchers at Cyble got wind of an app that bears a striking resemblance to the popular McAfee anti-virus application, but with one difference....

A Tokyo hotel has a suite that contains a full-sized Boeing 737 Simulator in it. I know, right? It may sound crazy but it also sounds like fun. We have all the details in case you end up in Japan and want to try it out for yourself. This is your pilot speaking You can find the flight simulator at the Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu in Tokyo. The rooms there are not swanky by any means....

Flagships, flagships everywhere o will have the fanciest flagship phone? ll it be Samsung’s Galaxy S6? Both T-Mobile AT&T recently teased the S6 will be accompanied by a curved cousin. Or will it be the new thrice-iterated HTC One, which so many fan sites have ostensibly leaked on the Internet? Both phones will be top contenders for Android phone of the year. HTC’s One line already gets kudos for great industrial design, but now the ball is in Samsung’s court to improve the fit, finish, materials overall visual impression left by its flagship superphone....

In Summary Xiaomi has launched three smartphones in India recently – the Mi 11 Ultra, the Mi 11X Pro, and the Mi 11X. While most of the attention has been focused on the Mi 11 Ultra that comes with a number of flagship features including the biggest camera sensor ever seen on a phone, the Mi 11X Pro and Mi 11X could prove to be more disruptive. What makes the Mi 11X Pro and Mi 11X special is the fact that they come with what we like to call “Crazy Xiaomi Pricing,” with literally NO competition....

Flashing a custom ROM is a pretty tedious process, especially for first timers and requires users to take a lot of cautionary steps just in case things go wrong. There are a lot of things you must keep in mind before you decide to install a custom ROM and even after you have installed it. Continue reading this post to find out what they are. Backups The first step to do before flashing a custom ROM is to make a backup of all your data present on the device, including the contents on the external SD card....

As creepy as it sounds, it makes sense: Navigation apps need to know your location to help you find your way around. But you’d be shocked to find out just how much information they keep on you. And make no mistake: Google Maps keeps this data for a long time. Luckily, there’s a way you can take back some of your privacy. Tap or click here for one critical Google Maps setting to adjust....

This comes courtesy of “evleaks” Blass, who tweeted the above image as well as a picture of phones with Droid bring: — Blass (@evleaks) May 25, 2016 The Droid line has been a Verizon exclusive, though there’s no sign of the big “V” on these phones. It’s an early image, however, so it’s unlikely that Verizon would want to give up this particular mark. The MotoMods are picking up on the latest buzz with smartphones, performed most notably at the hardware level by the G5 ’s oject Ara....

It is not yet known when it will be the premiere of the first series produced by the social network giant Facebook, although the name of the same is known. From the first and second, two shows that will be broadcast through this social network for all its users. It remains to be seen whether they will leave the United States and, if so, when. More than the paid video platform model in streaming, the intention is to copy to YouTube....

Boeing is known for its world renowned airlines and jets. But the company was available at the MWC event in Barcelona to show off its new security oriented smartphone. Known as the Boeing Black, this phone will be targeted towards government institutions where privacy is of utmost importance. The Boeing Black runs Android with the company’s PureSecure software tailored to bring security and advanced data encryption to the device. It also comes with a nifty data self-destruct feature which erases all data from the device when someone tries to manually open the smartphone....

The evolutionary approach to IT security seems to be the most natural and efficient way to resist cyber-attacks. The Red Queen Effect describes the relationship between the attacker and the defender – the never-ending story of cyber battles, but can we minimize the ‘mean time to know’ and respond on time to any security intrusion? Integrated solutions, collaboration, and ‘shiny toys’ are still not enough – presented SIEM-based incident response methodology and intrusion life-cycle can bring relief to any computer security incident handler, and help those, who struggle with SIEM deployment and incident response process....

Another new feature is the Kindle’s 16GB of storage, twice as much as previous models. This much storage is enough to hold thousands of titles in the palm of your hand. This Kindle has one purpose — convenient, distraction-free reading. With the device you can access over two million books without the temptation of swiping over to view messages, emails or social media. SEE: The 5 best Kindle readers of 2022 The display on the device is also meant to facilitate reading in any setting with a 300 ppi high-resolution display for sharp text and images....