Monday, April 30, 2018

Confirmed: Twitter Also Sold Data To Cambridge Analytica Researcher

Cambridge Analytica and Facebook have been in the headlines for past one month for all the wrong reasons. Now, as per the latest revelation, Twitter is facing flak for selling data to Cambridge Analytica-linked researcher, Aleksandr Kogan. In a statement to The Telegraph, Twitter has confirmed that Aleksandr Kogan’s commercial enterprise had purchased one-time Twitter API […] The post Confirmed: Twitter Also Sold Data To Cambridge Analytica Researcher appeared first on Fossbytes.
Confirmed: Twitter Also Sold Data To Cambridge Analytica Researcher
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Windows 10 April 2018 Update Features: What’s New In The Big Update?

Ever since Microsoft started offering Windows 10, the arrival of new features has become more frequent. Now, we can get a new Windows update once every six months instead of waiting for years. And if you’re one of the Insiders currently enjoying the goodness of RS4 and RS5, you get to try new changes and […] The post Windows 10 April 2018 Update Features: What’s New In The Big Update? appeared first on Fossbytes.
Windows 10 April 2018 Update Features: What’s New In The Big Update?
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This Code On USB Can Trigger BSOD Even On Locked Windows PCs

In the past, we’ve told you about the perils of picking any random USB drive and using it. It might contain malware and dangerous scripts to target your online accounts. A Bitdefender security researcher, Marius Tivadar, has underlined the importance of this issue with his proof-of-concept code (Via: CSO Online). When put on a USB stick, […] The post This Code On USB Can Trigger BSOD Even On Locked Windows PCs appeared first on Fossbytes.
This Code On USB Can Trigger BSOD Even On Locked Windows PCs
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Man Sues France For Taking Away His 24-Year-Old Domain “France.com”

Jean-Noel Frydman, a French-born American who is the founder of the company France.com, has started a legal war against the French Republic, Atout France, The Ministry For Europe And Foreign Affairs, and Versign. Inc. He filed a lawsuit in the US after his domain France.com was seized and its ownership was transferred to the French Ministry of Affairs […] The post Man Sues France For Taking Away His 24-Year-Old Domain “France.com” appeared first on Fossbytes.
Man Sues France For Taking Away His 24-Year-Old Domain “France.com”
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“Ocean Cove” Is Intel’s Next-Gen High Performance CPU Architecture, Leak Reveals

Who are you going to blame if you share your secrets in the most innocent manner via a job posting? Intel did the same and ended up revealing its next-generation high-performance CPU architecture named “Ocean Cove.” The name Ocean Cove was leaked in a job listing for a senior CPU microarchitecture. While Intel is already falling […] The post “Ocean Cove” Is Intel’s Next-Gen High Performance CPU Architecture, Leak Reveals appeared first on Fossbytes.
“Ocean Cove” Is Intel’s Next-Gen High Performance CPU Architecture, Leak Reveals
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Saturday, April 28, 2018

Windows 10 April 2018 Update Release Date Announced: April 30

After waiting for all these days, Microsft is finally going to push the new Windows 10 feature update to the users on April 30. The company delayed the unannounced update due to some BSOD-causing bug that appeared last minute. One good thing is now it has a more comprehensible official name: Windows 10 April 2018 […] The post Windows 10 April 2018 Update Release Date Announced: April 30 appeared first on Fossbytes.
Windows 10 April 2018 Update Release Date Announced: April 30
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Friday, April 27, 2018

Microsoft: Apple Is No More A Competition To Us

A lot of changes have happened since Satya Nadella took the command of Microsoft in 2014. After the recently known internal reshuffling, Microsoft isn’t a name synonymous with Windows anymore. The company’s main focus revolves around the cloud with attention to hardware and streamlined software experience. Microsoft is also foraying more and more into open […] The post Microsoft: Apple Is No More A Competition To Us appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft: Apple Is No More A Competition To Us
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“Fake Zuckerbergs” Are Tricking Facebook Users Into Sending Money

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! In a difficult phase where Mark Zuckerberg has pledged to clean up Facebook,  several fake Facebook and Instagram accounts are masquerading as Facebook’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg and COO Sheryl Sandberg, deceiving users into sending money to collect bogus lottery prizes. According to a report by the New York Times, multiple […] The post “Fake Zuckerbergs” Are Tricking Facebook Users Into Sending Money appeared first on Fossbytes.
“Fake Zuckerbergs” Are Tricking Facebook Users Into Sending Money
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8 Best Android Screen Recorder Apps With Professional Features | 2018 Edition

You can record your smartphone screen to make how-to videos, educational videos, or stream your gameplay. Many Android screen recording apps are available for both rooted and non-rooted devices that allow you to record your screen with a lot of powerful features. Some apps come with an embedded watermark on-screen. But there are even many […] The post 8 Best Android Screen Recorder Apps With Professional Features | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Best Android Screen Recorder Apps With Professional Features | 2018 Edition
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Thursday, April 26, 2018

Why Canonical Hasn’t Released Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Yet?

Today is 26th April: the Ubuntu 18.04 release day. As it’s an LTS release, this day has a lot of importance for a Linux enthusiast who loves Ubuntu–the most popular open source operating system around. The official and final release images of Ubuntu should be released anytime soon, but that hasn’t happened yet. The official […] The post Why Canonical Hasn’t Released Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Yet? appeared first on Fossbytes.
Why Canonical Hasn’t Released Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Yet?
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This ‘Skill’ Can Trick Amazon Alexa Into Eavesdropping For Hackers

A team of security researchers at Checkmarx have created a “skill” that can turn Amazon’s virtual assistant Alexa into an eavesdropping device. It abuses the built-in request capabilities of the device to record your conversation indefinitely and send the transcripts to any third party website or Amazon. Alexa has been designed to detect sound at all times to […] The post This ‘Skill’ Can Trick Amazon Alexa Into Eavesdropping For Hackers appeared first on Fossbytes.
This ‘Skill’ Can Trick Amazon Alexa Into Eavesdropping For Hackers
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Researchers Spent 10 Years Creating This “Master Key” To Unlock Millions Of Hotel Rooms

Almost every hotel we stay nowadays has started using electronic keycards instead of the old metal alternative. These computerized door locking systems could be considered safe until now. A team of security researchers at F-secure have created a device running custom software that can create a master key “out of thin air.” They’ve exploited vulnerabilities in the […] The post Researchers Spent 10 Years Creating This “Master Key” To Unlock Millions Of Hotel Rooms appeared first on Fossbytes.
Researchers Spent 10 Years Creating This “Master Key” To Unlock Millions Of Hotel Rooms
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Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver — Release Date And 13 Biggest Features

Following the release of Ubuntu 17.10 Artful Aardvark, Canonical CEO Mark Shuttleworth announced that Ubuntu 18.04, which would be an LTS release, is going to be called “Bionic Beaver.” While Beaver refers to a large, amphibious rodent with smooth fur and sharp teeth, Bionic is an ode to the robotics and artificial body parts. We […] The post Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver — Release Date And 13 Biggest Features appeared first on Fossbytes.
Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver — Release Date And 13 Biggest Features
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How To Get The New Gmail Web Interface Right Now?

Google has finally released the new Gmail web interface with a bunch of improved features. The new interface has a refreshed design and features such as snoozing emails, confidential mode, smart replies and several others. The new update will bring different layout and features users depending on the typed of Google account they have. How […] The post How To Get The New Gmail Web Interface Right Now? appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Get The New Gmail Web Interface Right Now?
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018

8 Free And Best Android Money Manager App List To Manage Finances In 2018

Keeping track of your income and expenses can help you to plan your savings, estimate tax returns, and make sure that you don’t spend more than you earn. In our day to day lives, we spend money to access a variety of services like transportation, internet subscriptions, etc. Some excellent Android money manager apps can […] The post 8 Free And Best Android Money Manager App List To Manage Finances In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Free And Best Android Money Manager App List To Manage Finances In 2018
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Difference Between RAM And ROM — What Is Their Use?

Various components of a computer house memory to store some sort of data. The hard drive is the primary storage device used to save all the necessary data like OS files, apps, music, videos, etc. Other than the hard drive, we have the RAM (Random Access Memory), ROM (Read-only Memory), etc. So, let’s tell you […] The post Difference Between RAM And ROM — What Is Their Use? appeared first on Fossbytes.
Difference Between RAM And ROM — What Is Their Use?
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How To Download Instagram Data? Save Your Pictures And Stories Offline

After receiving a lot of backlash post the Facebook data breach debacle, Instagram has finally decided to follow Facebook’s footstep and it now allows users to download Instagram data from servers. Instagram users will be able to export their photos, videos, saved stories, profile information, comments, direct messages as well as likes and searches through […] The post How To Download Instagram Data? Save Your Pictures And Stories Offline appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Download Instagram Data? Save Your Pictures And Stories Offline
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SurfaceConstellations: Microsoft’s Open Source Platform Is The Multi Device Setup You Always Wanted

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! At the Conference on Human Factors in Computing System, currently happening in Canada, University College London and Microsoft Researchers showcased their latest innovation — a modular hardware platform called SurfaceConstellations. The crazy idea could easily find a place in some science fiction movie. With the help of SurfaceConstellations, multiple mobile […] The post SurfaceConstellations: Microsoft’s Open Source Platform Is The Multi Device Setup You Always Wanted appeared first on Fossbytes.
SurfaceConstellations: Microsoft’s Open Source Platform Is The Multi Device Setup You Always Wanted
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10 Best Android Weather App And Widget List | 2018 Edition

Weather services have become a lot more accurate lately, thanks to meteorological advancements that use advanced techniques to make highly reliable weather models. Till a few years ago, people used to rely solely on TV, radio or the newspaper to know about the weather. But now we can see detailed information and prediction on our smartphones […] The post 10 Best Android Weather App And Widget List | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
10 Best Android Weather App And Widget List | 2018 Edition
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Open Source Smartphone Librem 5 Will Officially Support Ubuntu Touch

When Canonical decided to halt the development of Ubuntu Touch mobile operating system, it came as a surprise to many. However, due to the lack of interest of smartphone manufacturers and community, this tough decision was taken. Later, UBPorts decided to take up the Ubuntu Touch development work. Down the line when Librem 5 open source […] The post Open Source Smartphone Librem 5 Will Officially Support Ubuntu Touch appeared first on Fossbytes.
Open Source Smartphone Librem 5 Will Officially Support Ubuntu Touch
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Tuesday, April 24, 2018

“Unpatchable” Nintendo Switch Bug Lets Hackers Fullfill Their Wild Dreams

Hacker Katherine Temkin and the folks at ReSwitched have published a Nintendo Switch exploit. Like it’s the case in general, it could invite a host of custom stuff and piracy to millions of Switches currently alive. The coldboot hack, known as Fusée Gelée, targets Nvidia Tegra X1 chip present on the Nintendo Switch. One can access the USB recovery mode on […] The post “Unpatchable” Nintendo Switch Bug Lets Hackers Fullfill Their Wild Dreams appeared first on Fossbytes.
“Unpatchable” Nintendo Switch Bug Lets Hackers Fullfill Their Wild Dreams
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Scientists Found Weird Knot-Shaped DNA Structure In Human Cells For The First Time

What do you picture in mind when you think of DNA? Probably a double helix, right? But a new research upends everything we know about living cells. Apparently, the double helical structure isn’t the only form of DNA which exists in human cells. A newly identified structure which looks like a “twisted knot” in DNA is […] The post Scientists Found Weird Knot-Shaped DNA Structure In Human Cells For The First Time appeared first on Fossbytes.
Scientists Found Weird Knot-Shaped DNA Structure In Human Cells For The First Time
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How To Make Your Phone Look Like Android P

On March 7, Google Officially released the Android P Preview with many new features and improvements. There will be a lot of new visual changes in the new Android 9.0. As of February 2018, only 1.1% of Android devices run Oreo. Android P is expected to be released in August 2018. In the meantime, you […] The post How To Make Your Phone Look Like Android P appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Make Your Phone Look Like Android P
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CIA Has Plans To Switch Human Spies With Artificial Intelligence

The American security agency CIA knows that the future can’t go without artificial intelligence. The agency was all over the news last year because of Wikileaks which published their collection of hacking tools. CIA wants to deal with foreign spies, not human but AI-powered spies tracking CIA agents deployed overseas. An effective countermeasure would be […] The post CIA Has Plans To Switch Human Spies With Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Fossbytes.
CIA Has Plans To Switch Human Spies With Artificial Intelligence
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Amazon Working On Alexa Powered Robot Codenamed ‘Vesta’

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! We might soon see a walking Alexa. Within four years of its launch, Amazon’s digital assistant has already established its name across several households. Now, the tech giant is ready to take things a step further by turning Alexa into a robot for homes. Bloomberg has reported that the development […] The post Amazon Working On Alexa Powered Robot Codenamed ‘Vesta’ appeared first on Fossbytes.
Amazon Working On Alexa Powered Robot Codenamed ‘Vesta’
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Monday, April 23, 2018

Google Tracks So Much Data It Fills 23,000 Pages In 15 Days — Enough For A 7’9″ Pile

Let’s take a day out of our lives. We wake up, go to the toilet, take a bath, have breakfast, get ready for work, commute to work, get exhausted, come back, have dinner, do some unprotective tasks before bed, and finally go to sleep. Now, think how many times Google has its presence in our […] The post Google Tracks So Much Data It Fills 23,000 Pages In 15 Days — Enough For A 7’9″ Pile appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google Tracks So Much Data It Fills 23,000 Pages In 15 Days — Enough For A 7’9″ Pile
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8 Best Android Apps For Kids To Help Children Learn With Fun | 2018 Edition

Kids are full of curiosity and electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets easily grab their attention. Why not transform your smartphone into a platform for learning? There are many Android apps in the Play Store that can help your kids to cultivate creativity and develop analytical skills. We have compiled a list of best […] The post 8 Best Android Apps For Kids To Help Children Learn With Fun | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Best Android Apps For Kids To Help Children Learn With Fun | 2018 Edition
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What Is ‘Trustjacking’? How This New iOS Vulnerability Allows Remote Hacking?

Do you plug in your iPhone into someone else’s laptop for a quick charge? If yes, you might be at the risk of ‘trustjacking’ where your device could be hacked remotely. This new vulnerability called trustjacking exploits a convenient WiFi feature, which allows iOS device owners to manage their devices and access data, even when […] The post What Is ‘Trustjacking’? How This New iOS Vulnerability Allows Remote Hacking? appeared first on Fossbytes.
What Is ‘Trustjacking’? How This New iOS Vulnerability Allows Remote Hacking?
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Intel Stratix 10: World’s Fastest Chip Of Its Kind With 10 Trillion Calculations/Sec

In February, Intel began shipping Stratix 10 FPGA chips–the only field programmable gate array (FPGA) available with 58G PAM4 transceiver technology. For those who don’t know, FPGAs are a special class of computer chip that’s gaining popularity in applications like AI, speech recognition, 5G communication, high-performance computing, etc. In a recent blog post, the company has claimed […] The post Intel Stratix 10: World’s Fastest Chip Of Its Kind With 10 Trillion Calculations/Sec appeared first on Fossbytes.
Intel Stratix 10: World’s Fastest Chip Of Its Kind With 10 Trillion Calculations/Sec
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Cambridge Analytica Researcher Denies Stealing Data; Says Facebook’s Policies Were Flawed

Aleksandr Kogan, who is responsible for creating data harvesting apps, has finally broken his silence over the Facebook CA scandal saying that he did not steal the data, rather Facebook opened its doors for developers to access that data. In an interview with CBS News, Kogan said, “The idea that we stole the data, I think, is technically incorrect.” But he admitted of being […] The post Cambridge Analytica Researcher Denies Stealing Data; Says Facebook’s Policies Were Flawed appeared first on Fossbytes.
Cambridge Analytica Researcher Denies Stealing Data; Says Facebook’s Policies Were Flawed
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Windows 10 Is Getting Dark Themed File Explorer And New Stripped Down Edition

Even though it’s just black colored, a dark theme has its own importance in people digitals lives. YouTube added a dark theme mode last year, and Windows 10 also has a dark mode. But, the good old File Explorer still lives in the glory painted with white. It seems Microsoft is going to change this with […] The post Windows 10 Is Getting Dark Themed File Explorer And New Stripped Down Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
Windows 10 Is Getting Dark Themed File Explorer And New Stripped Down Edition
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Sunday, April 22, 2018

8 Best Android Wallpaper App List To Improve Looks Of Your Phone In 2018

Wallpapers give a unique look to our smartphone’s home screen. We use our phone for a hundred times every day, and the wallpaper is the first thing we lay our eyes on. Instead of searching images through the web and downloading them one by one, you can use the apps that are tailored for this purpose. […] The post 8 Best Android Wallpaper App List To Improve Looks Of Your Phone In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Best Android Wallpaper App List To Improve Looks Of Your Phone In 2018
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World’s Largest Superconducting Camera ‘DARKNESS’ Will Hunt Alien Planets

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! For a very long time, scientists have been on a lookout for exoplanets — Earth-like planets outside our solar system that might be inhabited by alien life. However, distinguishing a planet and its parent star has been a challenge because of the sheer amount of light emitted by stars making […] The post World’s Largest Superconducting Camera ‘DARKNESS’ Will Hunt Alien Planets appeared first on Fossbytes.
World’s Largest Superconducting Camera ‘DARKNESS’ Will Hunt Alien Planets
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Saturday, April 21, 2018

Ubuntu Linux Replaces Alpha/Beta Release Model With “Testing Weeks”

One of the biggest advantages of open source technology projects is that everybody from the community is free to float an idea and if it gains community support, it could be turned into reality. Along the similar lines, well-known Ubuntu developer Simon Quigley has suggested an idea that might change the Ubuntu Linux development process. […] The post Ubuntu Linux Replaces Alpha/Beta Release Model With “Testing Weeks” appeared first on Fossbytes.
Ubuntu Linux Replaces Alpha/Beta Release Model With “Testing Weeks”
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Facebook’s Audit Concludes: There Is NOTHING Wrong With Facebook Privacy

The “Big Four” accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) had been assigned the job of auditing Facebook’s privacy practices every two years by the US Federal Trade Commission. The audit was done to make sure that Facebook didn’t break the 2011 FTC consent decree and deceive customers. According to a heavily redacted copy of the latest audit published […] The post Facebook’s Audit Concludes: There Is NOTHING Wrong With Facebook Privacy appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook’s Audit Concludes: There Is NOTHING Wrong With Facebook Privacy
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Microsoft Improves Linux Subsystem Security; Adds Windows Defender Firewall Support

Things are really going great when it comes to Microsoft cozying up to Linux. Just earlier this week, Microsoft released its own version of Linux in the form of Azure Sphere OS. Prior to that, we told you about more Linux distros making an appearance on Microsoft Store. In the latest development, the company has […] The post Microsoft Improves Linux Subsystem Security; Adds Windows Defender Firewall Support appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft Improves Linux Subsystem Security; Adds Windows Defender Firewall Support
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Friday, April 20, 2018

This “Alienware Hotel Room” Is Built For Gamers On Vacation

Have you heard about the Netflix room on Airbnb? It’s the dream come true for binge-watchers who are away from their home and TV screen. Now, we have a similar concept for the gamer humans as well. The Dell-owned gaming company Alienware teamed up with Hilton Panama and designed an Alienware-themed gaming room. So, if you’re […] The post This “Alienware Hotel Room” Is Built For Gamers On Vacation appeared first on Fossbytes.
This “Alienware Hotel Room” Is Built For Gamers On Vacation
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How To Make Your Own Alexa Skills Even If You Don’t Know Coding

If you have an Amazon Echo device, you can take advantage of the 25,000 skillsets possed by Alexa — the digital assistant that brings these devices to life. Akin to smartphone apps, an Alexa skill adds new features to the digital assistant. The capabilities Alexa has are way more than any other assistants out there. […] The post How To Make Your Own Alexa Skills Even If You Don’t Know Coding appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Make Your Own Alexa Skills Even If You Don’t Know Coding
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10 Best Fitness Apps For Android To Track Your Workouts In 2018

Our smartphones can assist us in a lot of ways to keep us healthy. From sleep tracking apps that ensure a sound sleep to workout tracker apps, the Play Store has it all. Android smartphones have a wide range of sensors that can convey insightful information about our workouts. Such applications take data from sensors […] The post 10 Best Fitness Apps For Android To Track Your Workouts In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
10 Best Fitness Apps For Android To Track Your Workouts In 2018
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What Is Google’s ‘Chat’ For Android? An RCS-based Alternative To iMessage?

Google has been working on a new messaging service called ‘Chat,’ which will be soon released by the company to enrich the messaging experience of Android users. This won’t be the first time when Google has tried to launch a unified messaging system. The company has previously experimented in this direction with Hangouts, Duo, Allo, and […] The post What Is Google’s ‘Chat’ For Android? An RCS-based Alternative To iMessage? appeared first on Fossbytes.
What Is Google’s ‘Chat’ For Android? An RCS-based Alternative To iMessage?
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Apple’s “Daisy” Robot Can Recycle 200 iPhones Per Hour And Reclaim Precious Metals

Robots doing work in factories is now a common sight nowadays. In comparison to humans, these mechanical creatures can do work way faster and more efficiently. Apple has unveiled their new iPhone-recycling robot named Daisy. The robot can dismantle 200 iPhone per hours removing and sorting components and reclaim precious materials. Yes, iPhones, in fact, all smartphones, […] The post Apple’s “Daisy” Robot Can Recycle 200 iPhones Per Hour And Reclaim Precious Metals appeared first on Fossbytes.
Apple’s “Daisy” Robot Can Recycle 200 iPhones Per Hour And Reclaim Precious Metals
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Apple Open Sources FoundationDB, Releases Code On GitHub

Back in 2015, Apple bought FoundationDB, a NoSQL database company. It created a distributed database of the same name designed to deal with large masses of structured data across clusters of servers. In a recent development, Apple has shared the FoundationDB core and turned it into an open source project. It’s important to note that, […] The post Apple Open Sources FoundationDB, Releases Code On GitHub appeared first on Fossbytes.
Apple Open Sources FoundationDB, Releases Code On GitHub
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Thursday, April 19, 2018

Convert PDF Files To Word, JPG, Excel, And PPT Format For Free Using Hipdf

PDF files are a golden standard of file formats in the corporate space. It’s often used to share information at a fast pace and in a convenient manner. What makes PDF file format so popular is its ability to remain intact. In case you deal heavily with Word files, you might be struggling with ever-changing […] The post Convert PDF Files To Word, JPG, Excel, And PPT Format For Free Using Hipdf appeared first on Fossbytes.
Convert PDF Files To Word, JPG, Excel, And PPT Format For Free Using Hipdf
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How To Make Your Torrent Download Speed 300% Faster?

Is your torrent download speed slow and you want to speed it up? Here, we have written a comprehensive guide that covers different aspects of torrent downloading. Using torrent clients is one of the most popular ways to share the files over the web. There are many popular torrent sites as well. While there are […] The post How To Make Your Torrent Download Speed 300% Faster? appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Make Your Torrent Download Speed 300% Faster?
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‘Facebook Login’ Feature Abused By Third-Party Trackers To Steal Data

A new investigation reports that Facebook’s Login feature can be used to steal user information when you sign into third-party websites using your Facebook ID. This loophole allows many advertising and analytics services to harvest data for ad-targeting. The security researchers have found two types of vulnerabilities where third-parties: piggyback on Facebook access granted to […] The post ‘Facebook Login’ Feature Abused By Third-Party Trackers To Steal Data appeared first on Fossbytes.
‘Facebook Login’ Feature Abused By Third-Party Trackers To Steal Data
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Here’s A 1920s Radio Running Windows 10 And Playing Internet Radio

It can be any day when we get to see some interesting stuff, thanks to DIY enthusiasts and modders who don’t take a second in taking things to a whole new level. You might have seen many DIY projects, but these aren’t limited to modern gadgets. Some people like to fuse modern technology with vintage […] The post Here’s A 1920s Radio Running Windows 10 And Playing Internet Radio appeared first on Fossbytes.
Here’s A 1920s Radio Running Windows 10 And Playing Internet Radio
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Israeli Government Is Open Sourcing Its Software Code

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! Just yesterday, we told you about German government’s decision to go ahead with an open source solution for creating its private cloud. The government announced a partnership with Nextcloud, which is a popular open source solutions provider. In another encouraging development for the open source enthusiasts, the Israeli government has […] The post Israeli Government Is Open Sourcing Its Software Code appeared first on Fossbytes.
Israeli Government Is Open Sourcing Its Software Code
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Wednesday, April 18, 2018

How To Track Lost Android Phone? — Locate, Remotely Control, And Erase Stolen Device

Have you misplaced or lost your Android device and are looking for solutions? Don’t lose hope yet. In this guide, I will show you three easy ways by which you can easily locate lost Android phone. You will have to be logged in to your Google account on your lost or stolen device for these […] The post How To Track Lost Android Phone? — Locate, Remotely Control, And Erase Stolen Device appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Track Lost Android Phone? — Locate, Remotely Control, And Erase Stolen Device
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Cambridge Analytica Planned Its Own Cryptocurrency For Selling Your Data

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! A lot of bad things happening today on the web are tied to a single name: Cambridge Analytica. The firm–and Facebook–was first criticised for obtaining and using data of 87 million users to build psychological profiles for political campaigns. Just recently, the company’s former employee Brittany Kaiser, who’s the latest whistleblower in town, […] The post Cambridge Analytica Planned Its Own Cryptocurrency For Selling Your Data appeared first on Fossbytes.
Cambridge Analytica Planned Its Own Cryptocurrency For Selling Your Data
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“Internet” – Amazon Launches A Lightweight Web Browser For Android

The trend of integrating in-app browsing inside the apps is on the rise; popular apps like Facebook don’t want you ever to leave their platform. Still, you can’t imagine using the web without a dedicated web browser. Talking specifically about Android, there are lots of options available in the Play Store. Just recently, e-commerce giant […] The post “Internet” – Amazon Launches A Lightweight Web Browser For Android appeared first on Fossbytes.
“Internet” – Amazon Launches A Lightweight Web Browser For Android
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Bizarre Campaign To Crowdfund A New Couch For Elon Musk

If you are a billionaire who still cannot afford a decent sofa, the kind netizens are here to help you. This is what happened to Elon Musk, whose net worth is $20 billion, when he revealed his very uncomfortable-looking couch in an interview with CBS. With pressure mounting on Musk due to the delayed production […] The post Bizarre Campaign To Crowdfund A New Couch For Elon Musk appeared first on Fossbytes.
Bizarre Campaign To Crowdfund A New Couch For Elon Musk
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Microsoft Beefs Up Chrome’s Security With Windows Defender Extension

When it comes to security, Microsoft appears to be betting a lot on Windows Defender technologies that find a home in Windows 10, Edge browser, and other Microsoft products. The company has taken another step and brought Edge’s security features to Google Chrome in the form of an extension called Windows Defender Browser Protection. Microsoft […] The post Microsoft Beefs Up Chrome’s Security With Windows Defender Extension appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft Beefs Up Chrome’s Security With Windows Defender Extension
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This “Diamond Meteorite” Came To Earth From A Long Lost-Planet Like Mars

Almost a decade ago, a meteorite entered the atmosphere of the Earth, where it exploded and got scattered in the Nubian desert of Sudan. But the most exciting thing about this space rock is it contains tiny fragments of diamonds — yes, diamonds! This meteorite named Almahata Sitta belongs to a class of rocks known as Ureilites […] The post This “Diamond Meteorite” Came To Earth From A Long Lost-Planet Like Mars appeared first on Fossbytes.
This “Diamond Meteorite” Came To Earth From A Long Lost-Planet Like Mars
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Facebook Data Leak “Much Greater Than 87 Million,” New Whistleblower Reveals

While numerous concerns had been raised over the uninformed data collection of over 87 million Facebook users, the actual number of people affected may be far more. The CA data breach came to light when the company’s former director of research Christopher Wylie took charge and went into Edward Snowden-mode to break the news. It […] The post Facebook Data Leak “Much Greater Than 87 Million,” New Whistleblower Reveals appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook Data Leak “Much Greater Than 87 Million,” New Whistleblower Reveals
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German Government Chooses Open Source For Its Federal Cloud Solution

It’s not hidden that apart from costing tons of money, the use of proprietary software also brings along hidden security caveats. These are the two primary reasons why the usage of open source software is being pushed in public agencies all around the world, especially in European countries. Along the similar lines, the federal government […] The post German Government Chooses Open Source For Its Federal Cloud Solution appeared first on Fossbytes.
German Government Chooses Open Source For Its Federal Cloud Solution
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Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Microsoft Reveals Why It Delayed Windows 10 Spring Creators Update

Although there wasn’t any official announcement, Microsoft delayed the Windows 10 Spring Creators Update that was internally scheduled to launch on April 10. It was known that some technical issue was the reason the unknown release date got postponed. The Insider build 17133 was expected to be the RTM build for Windows 10 version 1803, […] The post Microsoft Reveals Why It Delayed Windows 10 Spring Creators Update appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft Reveals Why It Delayed Windows 10 Spring Creators Update
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Did Facebook Just Start The Blame Game? Says Google Also Sucks Your Data

Mark Zuckerberg’s testimony before the congress confirmed the somewhat known fact that Facebook collects data of non-users. Yesterday, the social networking giant dropped a blog post to clarify what data is collected off-Facebook and how it’s used. Facebook said it scoops people’s information outside their network, regardless of whether one has a Facebook account or not. […] The post Did Facebook Just Start The Blame Game? Says Google Also Sucks Your Data appeared first on Fossbytes.
Did Facebook Just Start The Blame Game? Says Google Also Sucks Your Data
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Google’s Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) Can Help In Cancer Detection

Google researchers have developed an Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) that utilizes artificial intelligence to help physicians diagnose cancer disease in patients. This prototype can analyze biological tissue samples to automatically detect the anomalies caused by cancerous cells in the body. With this development, pathologists would now be able to diagnose efficiently and faster than before. Hospitals or […] The post Google’s Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) Can Help In Cancer Detection appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google’s Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) Can Help In Cancer Detection
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Microsoft Creates Its Own Version of Linux For The First Time, Launches Azure Sphere OS

With the onslaught of Internet of Things devices, ensuring its security has become a major concern among the makers. In a bid to safeguard IoT products, Microsoft has introduced Azure Sphere, a technology that will revamp the security of microprocessors that powers the smart appliances and gadgets we use. Azure Sphere is a package of products […] The post Microsoft Creates Its Own Version of Linux For The First Time, Launches Azure Sphere OS appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft Creates Its Own Version of Linux For The First Time, Launches Azure Sphere OS
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Cops Can Unlock Your iPhone’s 6-Digit Passcode By Guessing It In Just 11 Hours

Almost a month has passed since the security firm Malwarebytes leaked the images of the so-called iPhone unlocking hardware GrayKey Box – a boon for the security agencies. The company named GrayShift developed the black box. The device comes in $15,000 and $30,000 variants with the former being geofenced and having an unlocking count of […] The post Cops Can Unlock Your iPhone’s 6-Digit Passcode By Guessing It In Just 11 Hours appeared first on Fossbytes.
Cops Can Unlock Your iPhone’s 6-Digit Passcode By Guessing It In Just 11 Hours
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Monday, April 16, 2018

8 Best Android Drawing Apps To Unleash Your Creativity | 2018 Edition

Although nothing can replicate the touch of paint brushes on canvas, we can’t deny that we are living in an era where digital art is highly valued. As evident from the popularity of posters and infographics, digital art is in a lot of demand these days. Apart from being a work of art, they also […] The post 8 Best Android Drawing Apps To Unleash Your Creativity | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Best Android Drawing Apps To Unleash Your Creativity | 2018 Edition
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TicHome Mini Review: Mobvoi’s Google Assistant Smart Speaker Packs A Punch

Mobvoi really made waves with the TicWatch and then again with the TicWatch2 which is currently only outsold by the Apple Watch. Did Mobvoi just get lucky with the TicWatch products? We’ll take a look at how this great product might be able to compete with Google’s own Assistant devices. Mobvoi really made a name […] The post TicHome Mini Review: Mobvoi’s Google Assistant Smart Speaker Packs A Punch appeared first on Fossbytes.
TicHome Mini Review: Mobvoi’s Google Assistant Smart Speaker Packs A Punch
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How “Fasal” Is Using AI And IoT To Help Farmers Grow More And Grow Better

Bhupendra Parmar, an Indian farmer who owns 8 acres of agricultural land and is consulting for more than 1000 acres, recently saved his crop from powdery mildew disease. He has also been able to save cut his irrigation water requirement by 50%. He did so with the help of Fasal, an AI-powered IoT platform developed by […] The post How “Fasal” Is Using AI And IoT To Help Farmers Grow More And Grow Better appeared first on Fossbytes.
How “Fasal” Is Using AI And IoT To Help Farmers Grow More And Grow Better
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Mark Zuckerberg May Not Be The Programming Whiz You Thought

Facebook is undoubtedly the most preferred social networking website for millions of users. The social media giant is now a significant part of our lives or should I say — we are living a significant part of our lives on Facebook. However, digging up Zuckerberg’s performance as a programmer revealed that he isn’t the genius […] The post Mark Zuckerberg May Not Be The Programming Whiz You Thought appeared first on Fossbytes.
Mark Zuckerberg May Not Be The Programming Whiz You Thought
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Facebook’s AI Predicts Your Future Actions And Uses It To Serve Ads: Report

During his Congress hearings, Mark Zuckerberg shed a little light on his plans to use artificial intelligence to combat the issue of fake news and hate speech on his platform. What he didn’t tell the world was how his company is already using AI to increase its advertising revenues. As per some confidential documents obtained […] The post Facebook’s AI Predicts Your Future Actions And Uses It To Serve Ads: Report appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook’s AI Predicts Your Future Actions And Uses It To Serve Ads: Report
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Google’s “Talk To Books” Search Engine Can Save Your Time Reading 100,000 Books

Last week, Google unveiled a new machine learning-powered tool that can read over 100,000 books in Google Books in less than a second. It’s named “Talk To Books” because of its ability to find answers to people’s random queries in the books without using keyword matching techniques. All you need to do is type your […] The post Google’s “Talk To Books” Search Engine Can Save Your Time Reading 100,000 Books appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google’s “Talk To Books” Search Engine Can Save Your Time Reading 100,000 Books
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Over 3,300 Android Apps on Google Play Store Are Improperly Tracking Kids

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! A recent study of Android apps conducted by researchers from the International Computer Science Institute shows that thousands of Android apps may be tracking the online activity of children as well as their personal information which is a violation of US privacy laws. The researchers conducted an “automatic evaluation of […] The post Over 3,300 Android Apps on Google Play Store Are Improperly Tracking Kids appeared first on Fossbytes.
Over 3,300 Android Apps on Google Play Store Are Improperly Tracking Kids
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Microsoft Launches “Defending Democracy Program” To Prevent Election Hacking

The rise of the internet has made things more accessible than ever. But the same is also allowing people to control and influence even highly sensitive stuff like electoral processes. People still remember the role of Russia in the 2016 US elections. Microsoft has announced a new initiative called Defending Democracy Program to safeguard the electoral […] The post Microsoft Launches “Defending Democracy Program” To Prevent Election Hacking appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft Launches “Defending Democracy Program” To Prevent Election Hacking
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Elon Musk: “Humans Are Underrated, Excessive Tesla Automation A Mistake”

Elon Musk’s Tesla and its autonomous systems are currently under a scrutiny after last month’s fatal crash. And it looks like such criticism has made him rethink about the excessive automation being used in Tesla’s manufacturing process. In a recent tweet, he appears to be contemplating his choices. “Yes, excessive automation at Tesla was a […] The post Elon Musk: “Humans Are Underrated, Excessive Tesla Automation A Mistake” appeared first on Fossbytes.
Elon Musk: “Humans Are Underrated, Excessive Tesla Automation A Mistake”
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What Are Some Android P Name Predictions? We Found 17 Desserts

Update: Google may have dropped a major hint on what the “P” stands for this time around when it posted some colorful Spring 2018 Wallpapers on its Instagram stories. Among the wallpapers, there is one with several Popsicles on it which might possibly be the next operating system’s name.    We just saw the release of […] The post What Are Some Android P Name Predictions? We Found 17 Desserts appeared first on Fossbytes.
What Are Some Android P Name Predictions? We Found 17 Desserts
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Sunday, April 15, 2018

Android P Might Get iPhone X-Like Navigation Gestures

Google might add a new navigation bar for the upcoming Android P and its design looks quite similar to Apple’s new gesture and UI on the iPhone X. This feature was accidentally revealed in an Android developers blog post where the redesigned navigation bar was seen in a screenshot of Android P device. Google has now […] The post Android P Might Get iPhone X-Like Navigation Gestures appeared first on Fossbytes.
Android P Might Get iPhone X-Like Navigation Gestures
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Saturday, April 14, 2018

AMD’s 2nd Gen Ryzen CPUs Now Available As Faster And Cheaper Options

AMD has finally released the second generation of its Ryzen processors. The new lineup consists of four different processors: Ryzen 7 2700X, Ryzen 2700, Ryzen 5 2600X, and Ryzen 5 1600. Compared to their predecessors, these new processors bring numerous advantages. For these releases, AMD has worked to improve the architecture powering the Ryzen chips. […] The post AMD’s 2nd Gen Ryzen CPUs Now Available As Faster And Cheaper Options appeared first on Fossbytes.
AMD’s 2nd Gen Ryzen CPUs Now Available As Faster And Cheaper Options
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Google Loses “Right To Be Forgotten” Case: Will It Erase Your Data From Search Upon Request?

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! How do you remove your sins from Google Search? Ask Google or go to the court if they don’t listen to your request. A UK businessman did the same and won a lawsuit against the search giant. The man whose name is not revealed spent six months in prison for conspiring […] The post Google Loses “Right To Be Forgotten” Case: Will It Erase Your Data From Search Upon Request? appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google Loses “Right To Be Forgotten” Case: Will It Erase Your Data From Search Upon Request?
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Friday, April 13, 2018

SpaceX To Launch NASA’s Planet Hunter ‘TESS’ To Seek Alien Life

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! Elon Musk’s rocket company SpaceX is going to send the most powerful telescope built by NASA in search of alien planets outside the solar system. This exoplanet-hunting telescope named Transition Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) will be launched on April 16 from Cape Canaveral, Florida. A 230 feet tall Falcon 9 rocket […] The post SpaceX To Launch NASA’s Planet Hunter ‘TESS’ To Seek Alien Life appeared first on Fossbytes.
SpaceX To Launch NASA’s Planet Hunter ‘TESS’ To Seek Alien Life
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Fake “Have I Been Pwned” Wants Bitcoin For Not Leaking Your Passwords

The website Have I Been Pwned is known for analyzing and storing database dumps and leaked account details. A user can simply visit the site to know if their account has been compromised in the recent past. The good part is that the service is completely free. Much to the concern of many users, a fake […] The post Fake “Have I Been Pwned” Wants Bitcoin For Not Leaking Your Passwords appeared first on Fossbytes.
Fake “Have I Been Pwned” Wants Bitcoin For Not Leaking Your Passwords
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Google’s New AI Tech Can Recognize Different Voices In A Crowd

We, humans, often face a hard time distinguishing a particular voice in a gathering of people. Imagine how difficult it is for a microphone to identify distinct sounds and this is observed in cases where a smart speaker is given instructions at house parties or crowded places. But it seems like humans are about to lose their supremacy […] The post Google’s New AI Tech Can Recognize Different Voices In A Crowd appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google’s New AI Tech Can Recognize Different Voices In A Crowd
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

10 Best Free Music Websites To Download Songs Legally In 2018

The internet offers a lot of things and among them is free music. You can find plenty of websites that offer free downloadable music; however, not all of them are legal. So if you are looking for songs that can be availed safely and free of cost, we have handpicked the best music websites for […] The post 10 Best Free Music Websites To Download Songs Legally In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
10 Best Free Music Websites To Download Songs Legally In 2018
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5 Best Free Email Clients For Windows 10 To Keep Your Inbox Sorted In 2018

We are living in the age of instant messaging and video calling apps that let us connect with our friends and family within seconds. All you need to do is open some app, type a message, and the other person can respond in almost no time. Still, even after more than five decades of existence, email […] The post 5 Best Free Email Clients For Windows 10 To Keep Your Inbox Sorted In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
5 Best Free Email Clients For Windows 10 To Keep Your Inbox Sorted In 2018
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Researchers Create An AI System That Thinks Like A Dog

To people who have a four-legged friend, it’s no doubt that it is an integral part of their lives. The dog moves around the house, steals our food, and sleeps on our bed. But most of the time we don’t know what’s on their mind, how and why they do what they do. The researchers at the University […] The post Researchers Create An AI System That Thinks Like A Dog appeared first on Fossbytes.
Researchers Create An AI System That Thinks Like A Dog
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1.5 Billion Sensitive Files Remain Exposed On Open Internet, Researchers Say

Researchers have found out approximately 1.5 billion files of sensitive nature such as medical scans, payment bills, and patent applications remain exposed on the open internet. At a cybersecurity firm Digital Shadows (Source: Phys.org), researchers used a scanning tool for three months which revealed huge amounts of private data amassed from people and companies across […] The post 1.5 Billion Sensitive Files Remain Exposed On Open Internet, Researchers Say appeared first on Fossbytes.
1.5 Billion Sensitive Files Remain Exposed On Open Internet, Researchers Say
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Zuckerberg: Facebook Collects Your Data Even If You’re Not A Facebook User

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! The second day of Zuckerberg’s mega roast wasn’t easy for him. Facebook CEO may have scored some sympathy votes by revealing that his data was also compromised in the Cambridge Analytica Scandal, but there were some hard questions as well. One of them was about Facebook’s data collection from people […] The post Zuckerberg: Facebook Collects Your Data Even If You’re Not A Facebook User appeared first on Fossbytes.
Zuckerberg: Facebook Collects Your Data Even If You’re Not A Facebook User
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Gmail Web To Get Redesigned: Here Are The New Features

Google has announced that Gmail for web interface is about to get a much-needed makeover in the coming weeks. In an email sent out to G Suite administrators, Google has confirmed that the new Gmail design will bring “several new features” for all regular accounts. The specifics of the new features haven’t been outlined as of […] The post Gmail Web To Get Redesigned: Here Are The New Features appeared first on Fossbytes.
Gmail Web To Get Redesigned: Here Are The New Features
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GameMode: Boost Your Linux Gaming Performance With This Open Source Tool

If you use Linux or macOS and you’re into gaming, the chances are that you might have heard about Feral Interactive. They’re known to develop and port games from their partners to other platforms, including Tomb Raider, Batman: Arkham, etc. To make sure that you can utilize your Linux machine’s horsepower to the fullest, Feral has […] The post GameMode: Boost Your Linux Gaming Performance With This Open Source Tool appeared first on Fossbytes.
GameMode: Boost Your Linux Gaming Performance With This Open Source Tool
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Zuckerberg’s Personal Data Also Leaked In Cambridge Analytica Scandal

Facebook’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg, while testifying before the House Energy and Commerce Committee, has revealed that his personal data was also a part of the 87 million users’ data that was exposed to Cambridge Analytica. The tech billionaire was summoned to the Capitol Hill for the second round of questioning on Facebook’s failure to protect user […] The post Zuckerberg’s Personal Data Also Leaked In Cambridge Analytica Scandal appeared first on Fossbytes.
Zuckerberg’s Personal Data Also Leaked In Cambridge Analytica Scandal
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Login To Any Website Without A Password, New Web Standard API Makes It Possible

Delight yourself with the news that your website experience is going to change a lot in the upcoming future. W3C and FIDO Alliance have announced a new web standard that eliminates the need for traditional passwords on websites on the internet. Instead, you can use other convenient login methods like fingerprint authentication, facial recognition, USB […] The post Login To Any Website Without A Password, New Web Standard API Makes It Possible appeared first on Fossbytes.
Login To Any Website Without A Password, New Web Standard API Makes It Possible
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Zuckerberg’s Congress Testimony Inspires Hilarious Memes On Internet

Facebook founder and CEO, Mark Zuckerberg appeared in front of the US Congress today, where he answered a series of questions regarding the massive data breach by Cambridge Analytica. The last time Zuckerberg faced this kind of heat was back in 2010 and the Facebook founder was seen struggling to answer awkward questions posed by lawmakers, […] The post Zuckerberg’s Congress Testimony Inspires Hilarious Memes On Internet appeared first on Fossbytes.
Zuckerberg’s Congress Testimony Inspires Hilarious Memes On Internet
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11 Big Moments From Mark Zuckerberg’s Mega Roast By Congress

Yesterday, Mark Zuckerberg spent five hours testifying against the senate judiciary and commerce committee at the Capitol Hill. Each senator was on a five-minute clock limit in which they had to squeeze as many words out of the Facebook CEO. According to NBC’s Savannah Guthrie, Zuckerberg took part in four mock hearings to prepare for his […] The post 11 Big Moments From Mark Zuckerberg’s Mega Roast By Congress appeared first on Fossbytes.
11 Big Moments From Mark Zuckerberg’s Mega Roast By Congress
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Paid Facebook Could Become A Reality But A “Free Version” Will Always Be There

During the Today Show on NBC, Facebook’s Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg indirectly suggested that the Facebook users who do not wish to share their private information might have to pay for it. She said that the service has an opt-out on different levels but there isn’t a universal ad opt-out. “That would be a paid […] The post Paid Facebook Could Become A Reality But A “Free Version” Will Always Be There appeared first on Fossbytes.
Paid Facebook Could Become A Reality But A “Free Version” Will Always Be There
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018

YouTube Hacked? Most Watched Video “Despacito” And Other Clips Deleted (And Restored)

Just five days ago, Luis Fonsi’s viral Despacito music video earned the title of world’s most watched video on YouTube with more than 5 billion views. Apparently, YouTube hackers managed to delete the video, along with other Vevo clips. However, as per the latest development, the deleted videos have been restored on the website. Earlier, after […] The post YouTube Hacked? Most Watched Video “Despacito” And Other Clips Deleted (And Restored) appeared first on Fossbytes.
YouTube Hacked? Most Watched Video “Despacito” And Other Clips Deleted (And Restored)
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10 Best Android Travel Apps To Carry Along In Your Trips | 2018 Edition

With the internet in the palm of your hands, you can travel anywhere in the world and gather all the information you need in the blink of an eye. There are a lot of useful internet services that can assist you in booking hotels, restaurants, flights and help you with all your travel queries. Such […] The post 10 Best Android Travel Apps To Carry Along In Your Trips | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
10 Best Android Travel Apps To Carry Along In Your Trips | 2018 Edition
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Instagram To Introduce “Nametags”: A Copy Of Snapchat’s SnapCodes

Once again, Instagram has been caught ripping off one of Snapchat’s famous features. As confirmed by an Instagram spokesperson to TechCrunch, the company is testing the Nametag feature (similar to QR Codes) which will allow users to create a customized image that can be scanned to find a profile on Instagram. A reader named Genady Okrain also found […] The post Instagram To Introduce “Nametags”: A Copy Of Snapchat’s SnapCodes appeared first on Fossbytes.
Instagram To Introduce “Nametags”: A Copy Of Snapchat’s SnapCodes
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North Star: This Open Source AR Headset Has The Motion Tracking You’ve Always Wanted

You might know Leap Motion for their motion tracking device of the same name. The company wants to enter into the world of augmented reality and create something with the “highest possible technical specifications” and strike a balance between “performance and form-factor.” They have named it Project North Star. North Star headset comprises of two 3.5-inch […] The post North Star: This Open Source AR Headset Has The Motion Tracking You’ve Always Wanted appeared first on Fossbytes.
North Star: This Open Source AR Headset Has The Motion Tracking You’ve Always Wanted
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How To Check If Your Facebook Data Was Leaked To Cambridge Analytica?

Facebook has taken upon itself to notify all the 87 million victims of Cambridge Analytica Scandal, whose data may have been leaked by creating a link at the top of their News Feed. Starting from April 9, users will be able to a see a link titled “Protecting Your Information” on their News Feed. Here, you can find out which apps are connected […] The post How To Check If Your Facebook Data Was Leaked To Cambridge Analytica? appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Check If Your Facebook Data Was Leaked To Cambridge Analytica?
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Monday, April 9, 2018

Apple Unveils Red iPhone 8 And 8 Plus

Following last year’s release, Apple has gone ahead and announced the new red colored models of its iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus smartphones. For those who don’t know, this release is not just an iteration with a new color. Instead, it’s a result of a partnership between iPhone maker and (PRODUCT) RED, which is […] The post Apple Unveils Red iPhone 8 And 8 Plus appeared first on Fossbytes.
Apple Unveils Red iPhone 8 And 8 Plus
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How To Download Windows 10 Spring Creators Update Before Anyone Else?

You might be eagerly waiting to get your hands on the upcoming Spring Creators Update for Windows 10. Well, it may be the case for most of the Windows users. It’s the fifth feature update that improves the cross-device experience through the Timeline. Basically, it’s way of using multiple Windows devices as one. So, how are […] The post How To Download Windows 10 Spring Creators Update Before Anyone Else? appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Download Windows 10 Spring Creators Update Before Anyone Else?
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Transform Your iPhone Into A ‘Game Boy Console’ With This Nostalgia-Filled Case

If you are looking for some cool cases for your iPhone, here’s an awesome looking (and functioning) Game Boy styled iPhone case that lets you play most popular classic games like Tetris from your childhood. Yes, you read it right! This iPhone cover called the Wanle Gamers Console For iPhone lets you play good old […] The post Transform Your iPhone Into A ‘Game Boy Console’ With This Nostalgia-Filled Case appeared first on Fossbytes.
Transform Your iPhone Into A ‘Game Boy Console’ With This Nostalgia-Filled Case
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Fake “Chrome Download” Link Tries To Install Adware And Potentially Unwanted Software

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! If you’re among the internet users who visit a search engine to open software download sites (basically everyone), you might want to hold your hands before moving further. That’s because any innocent software download advertisement could be hiding malicious apps or adware. Bleeping Computer spotted a fishy Chrome advertisement when […] The post Fake “Chrome Download” Link Tries To Install Adware And Potentially Unwanted Software appeared first on Fossbytes.
Fake “Chrome Download” Link Tries To Install Adware And Potentially Unwanted Software
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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Quits Facebook Over Data Collection

Another tech celebrity has abandoned Facebook–Steve Wozniak has erased his presence from the social network on Sunday. He made an announcement on Facebook that he is leaving the platform over the security of his personal information. “I am in the process of leaving Facebook. It’s brought me more negatives than positives. Apple has more secure […] The post Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Quits Facebook Over Data Collection appeared first on Fossbytes.
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Quits Facebook Over Data Collection
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Facebook Suspends Another Data Firm “CubeYou” For Misusing Users’ Personal Data

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! It seems like Facebook’s troubles aren’t going to end any time soon. Another data collecting firm named CubeYou has been suspended by Facebook after CNBC reported the company of CubeYou’s data harvesting activity through quizzes. Reportedly, the data analytics company was slurping millions of users’ personal information through personality quizzes such […] The post Facebook Suspends Another Data Firm “CubeYou” For Misusing Users’ Personal Data appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook Suspends Another Data Firm “CubeYou” For Misusing Users’ Personal Data
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Intel Working On Dedicated “Arctic Sound” Graphic Card To Challenge NVIDIA And AMD

At CES 2018, Intel officially released its unique Kaby Lake G chip that combined the power of an Intel CPU and an AMD GPU. Designed primarily for mini PCs, 2-in-1 computers, and other lightweight devices, it was seen as an effort to combat the increasing dominance of Nvidia in the silicon market. However, Intel might […] The post Intel Working On Dedicated “Arctic Sound” Graphic Card To Challenge NVIDIA And AMD appeared first on Fossbytes.
Intel Working On Dedicated “Arctic Sound” Graphic Card To Challenge NVIDIA And AMD
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Saturday, April 7, 2018

Facebook To Add “Unsend” Message Feature After Zuckerberg Caught Deleting Chats

Yesterday, we had informed you how Facebook had deleted Mark Zuckerberg’s messages from recipients’ inboxes. Now, a spokesperson for Facebook has confirmed the addition of a new ‘unsend’ feature which will allow you delete messages just like Zuckerberg does. At present, Facebook Messenger offers a Secret Conversation mode where you can enable a self-destruct timer to delete […] The post Facebook To Add “Unsend” Message Feature After Zuckerberg Caught Deleting Chats appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook To Add “Unsend” Message Feature After Zuckerberg Caught Deleting Chats
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Microsoft To Finally Make “Windows 10 On ARM” PCs Useful With 64-bit App Support

Last year in December, Microsoft launched “Windows 10 on ARM” to bring features like extra-long battery life and “Always Connected Devices.” To make this a reality, the company partnered with Qualcomm, Asus, HP, etc. to create and ship a new category of devices. However, as the expert reviews have pointed out, one of the biggest […] The post Microsoft To Finally Make “Windows 10 On ARM” PCs Useful With 64-bit App Support appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft To Finally Make “Windows 10 On ARM” PCs Useful With 64-bit App Support
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Slimbook Curve: Enjoy Using Linux On This 24″ Curved Screen All-In-One Powerhouse

Slimbook has added another machine to their PC lineup which lets people experience Linux on quality machines. Their latest offering is an All-In-One desktop computer called Slimbook Curve. As the name suggests, it lets you use your favorite Linux distro on a 24-inch FHD curved screen display that is enclosed in a beautiful aluminum body. […] The post Slimbook Curve: Enjoy Using Linux On This 24″ Curved Screen All-In-One Powerhouse appeared first on Fossbytes.
Slimbook Curve: Enjoy Using Linux On This 24″ Curved Screen All-In-One Powerhouse
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Friday, April 6, 2018

10 Reasons To Use Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu Linux is the most popular open source operating system. There are many reasons to use Ubuntu Linux that make it a worthy Linux distro. Apart from being free and open source, it’s highly customizable and has a Software Center full of apps. There are numerous Linux distributions designed to serve different needs. Being an open […] The post 10 Reasons To Use Ubuntu Linux appeared first on Fossbytes.
10 Reasons To Use Ubuntu Linux
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Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver “Final Beta” Released: Download Now

Almost two weeks are left for Ubuntu’s next long-term release Ubuntu 18.04 Bionic Beaver to arrive for Linux fans. Canonical has announced its Beta 2 release, a near-final build showcasing the changes that’ll arrive with Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. The final beta comes almost a month after the release of Ubuntu Beta 1 in March. From […] The post Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver “Final Beta” Released: Download Now appeared first on Fossbytes.
Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver “Final Beta” Released: Download Now
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Mobile Terminal: LG Patents Foldable Phone With Dual Screens, Headphone, & Batteries

A new wave of ‘foldable smartphones’ has hit the tech industry with several tech companies like Apple, Samsung, Oppo and Huawei already working on it. Now LG had also jumped on the bandwagon long ago by filing a patent for a flexible smartphone that features two screen displays, two batteries, and even two headphone jacks! The […] The post Mobile Terminal: LG Patents Foldable Phone With Dual Screens, Headphone, & Batteries appeared first on Fossbytes.
Mobile Terminal: LG Patents Foldable Phone With Dual Screens, Headphone, & Batteries
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Droplet Computing Claims It Can Run Any App On Any Device

As we are moving forward into the future of technology, a lot of emphases is given to cross-platform compatibility. Becuase users nowadays aren’t just confined to one device or a single operating system. They have always wanted solutions to run their apps on different devices. Apart from the solutions like Wine and CrossOver we already […] The post Droplet Computing Claims It Can Run Any App On Any Device appeared first on Fossbytes.
Droplet Computing Claims It Can Run Any App On Any Device
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Facebook Deletes Zuckerberg’s Messages From Recipient’s Inbox

A couple of days ago, it was revealed that Facebook scans all the messages and videos you send through messenger. As if this wasn’t enough to breach user’s trust, there is another report which confirms that Facebook deletes Mark Zuckerberg’s messages from inboxes of people while you cannot do the same to yours. TechCrunch has […] The post Facebook Deletes Zuckerberg’s Messages From Recipient’s Inbox appeared first on Fossbytes.
Facebook Deletes Zuckerberg’s Messages From Recipient’s Inbox
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Thursday, April 5, 2018

Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 To Launch With A New Windows 10, Report Says

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! It about time that Microsoft should come up with an upgrade for their mixed reality headset HoloLens. But it seems, Microsoft wants to launch it with a significant overhaul. The next generation of the headset could arrive by the end of this year or early 2019, the sources told Windows […] The post Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 To Launch With A New Windows 10, Report Says appeared first on Fossbytes.
Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 To Launch With A New Windows 10, Report Says
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Zuckerberg Is Still The Best Person To Run Facebook, According To Zuckerberg

The Cambridge Analytica fire has tarnished Facebook’s reputation like nothing else. Its boss is being continually being asked to justify the actions of the company in the past and what’s coming in the future. And why not? Not even a single day has passed in weeks when you don’t hear something new about Facebook. As […] The post Zuckerberg Is Still The Best Person To Run Facebook, According To Zuckerberg appeared first on Fossbytes.
Zuckerberg Is Still The Best Person To Run Facebook, According To Zuckerberg
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Cheaper Google Pixel 3 Is Codenamed Desire; To Be Powered By Android Go: Report

A few days back we reported that Google is planning to release mid-range Pixel smartphones for price-sensitive markets like India. Now, the latest rumor from China hints towards the launch of a lower-end Pixel 3 phone. This handset is most likely to be powered by Android Go, which is basically a stripped down version of […] The post Cheaper Google Pixel 3 Is Codenamed Desire; To Be Powered By Android Go: Report appeared first on Fossbytes.
Cheaper Google Pixel 3 Is Codenamed Desire; To Be Powered By Android Go: Report
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Apple Could Launch An iPhone With “Touchless” Gestures And Curved Screen

With the release of the original iPhone in 2007, Apple introduced the Apple fans to touch screens. Later, they went a step ahead and launched 3D Touch. Now, more than a decade later the company is planning to explore possibilities beyond touching glass screens all the time. Preferably, not touching them at all. According to a report by […] The post Apple Could Launch An iPhone With “Touchless” Gestures And Curved Screen appeared first on Fossbytes.
Apple Could Launch An iPhone With “Touchless” Gestures And Curved Screen
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Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Confirmed: Intel Will Not Patch Spectre And Meltdown Flaw In Older Processors

Intel has published a microcode update guidance that confirms that it won’t be patching up the Spectre and Meltdown design flaws in all of its processors — mostly the older ones. The company has rolled out microcode updates to fix the Spectre v2 vulnerability for many of its processors going back to the second generation Core […] The post Confirmed: Intel Will Not Patch Spectre And Meltdown Flaw In Older Processors appeared first on Fossbytes.
Confirmed: Intel Will Not Patch Spectre And Meltdown Flaw In Older Processors
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How To Put Multiple ISO Files In One Bootable USB Disk | Create Multiboot USB Disk

Creating a bootable USB disk comes handy when we have to reinstall our operating system in the case of a system failure. It’s effortless to put ISO files on portable flash drives by using various tools–like Windows USB/DVD tool and the Startup Disk Creator in Ubuntu. There are many operating systems available in the market, […] The post How To Put Multiple ISO Files In One Bootable USB Disk | Create Multiboot USB Disk appeared first on Fossbytes.
How To Put Multiple ISO Files In One Bootable USB Disk | Create Multiboot USB Disk
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8 Best Android Calendar App List To Keep You Organized In 2018

One thing that has become less and less common in our households is a calendar that hangs in every room. We carry a pocket calendar in our smartphones all the time, and it can do so much more than just display the dates. Apps such as clocks and calendars were among the first apps to […] The post 8 Best Android Calendar App List To Keep You Organized In 2018 appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Richard Stallman Proposes Ceasing Of Data Collection To Safeguard Privacy And Anonymity

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! The aftermath of Facebook CA scandal has attracted several comments and criticism from common people and prominent figures alike. Now Richard Stallman, the man behind GNU project and free software movement, has shared his views in a column on The Guardian on restoring privacy through stricter regulations for data accumulation. The […] The post Richard Stallman Proposes Ceasing Of Data Collection To Safeguard Privacy And Anonymity appeared first on Fossbytes.
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How To Link Your Android or iOS Device To Windows 10? | Connect Phone To Windows 10

One Windows 10 feature that’s quite handy is the option for users to link Android and iOS devices to their Windows 10 PCs and use the ‘Continue on PC’ feature. It lets you push web pages from your phone to your PC without the need to connect to the same network or use a USB […] The post How To Link Your Android or iOS Device To Windows 10? | Connect Phone To Windows 10 appeared first on Fossbytes.
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8 Best Music Streaming Services In India For “Desi” Audiophiles | 2018 Edition

Initially, the music streaming services in India wooed users by allowing them to listen to songs for free. Ad-fueled revenue models helped them survive piracy-driven market till the time people got used to the concept of online music streaming. Later, they introduced premium plans for users who are comfortable in paying money to remove advertisements […] The post 8 Best Music Streaming Services In India For “Desi” Audiophiles | 2018 Edition appeared first on Fossbytes.
8 Best Music Streaming Services In India For “Desi” Audiophiles | 2018 Edition
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Google And Amazon File Creepy Patents That Can Further “Sniff” Your Conversations

The world hasn’t even recovered from the user data breach following the Facebook CA scandal, meanwhile Google and Amazon’s virtual assistants are getting smarter at a scary speed by adopting advanced data spying methods. Recent patent filings of Google and Amazon “outline an array of possibilities” for how their smart devices could observe what users […] The post Google And Amazon File Creepy Patents That Can Further “Sniff” Your Conversations appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google And Amazon File Creepy Patents That Can Further “Sniff” Your Conversations
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Xiaomi’s Mysterious “Black Shark” Gaming Smartphone Is Launching Next Week

The Apple of China Xiaomi is expected to launch a new gaming smartphone on April 13 through their subsidiary Black Shark Technologies. Gizmochina dropped the details about the launch. The website shared an image of invitation for the launch event. The Black Shark phone is expected to arrive with a Snapdragon 845 SoC. It could feature a 2160×1080 […] The post Xiaomi’s Mysterious “Black Shark” Gaming Smartphone Is Launching Next Week appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Intel Launches First Ever Core i9 CPU For Laptops, Most Powerful Till Date

The first ever Intel chips with the Core i9 branding were released back in May with an 18-core beast. However, these powerful processors only supported desktops. Now, last year’s rumor has turned out to be true, and Intel has announced the 8th Gen Core i9 processors for laptops, along with Core i7, Core i5, and Core […] The post Intel Launches First Ever Core i9 CPU For Laptops, Most Powerful Till Date appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Microsoft Offers AI And Beginner Software Development Course For Free

Microsoft has added two new courses to its online Professional Program: Artificial Intelligence and an entry-level Software Development Course. These courses are aimed at helping developers seeking to enhance their AI and software development capabilities. Microsoft had developed these courses for its own employees, but now anybody can enroll themselves. The courses are available for free on edX.org […] The post Microsoft Offers AI And Beginner Software Development Course For Free appeared first on Fossbytes.
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8 Best Android Call Blocker App List For 2018 | Filter Spam Calls

Every one of us has been annoyed by unwanted calls such as those by telemarketing agencies or scammers. Fortunately, we can always block any number from calling our devices. Some Android phones offer the blocking function as a built-in feature, but many don’t. However, it is great to know that many third-party apps can shield […] The post 8 Best Android Call Blocker App List For 2018 | Filter Spam Calls appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Linux 4.17 Shredding 500,000 Lines Of Code, Killing Support For Older CPUs

Whenever a new Linux kernel is released, it adds tons of new code to support some new hardware. Coupled with driver changes, fixes, and networking code, each release gets bulkier by thousands of lines of code. In case of upcoming Linux 4.17, the kernel is expected to lose some weight. This change will take place […] The post Linux 4.17 Shredding 500,000 Lines Of Code, Killing Support For Older CPUs appeared first on Fossbytes.
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How To Stop Windows 10 Spring Creators Update Automatic Installation?

The fifth Windows 10 feature update, most likely named Spring Creators Update, is just around the corner. It will arrive with many new features including the timeline, fluent design changes, and more options merged into the Settings app. But just like every other Windows 10 update, it might arrive with problems for some users. So, […] The post How To Stop Windows 10 Spring Creators Update Automatic Installation? appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Android Trojan Steals Data From Messenger Apps Like Facebook, Skype, Twitter

A new Android Trojan could be stealing your data through mobile instant messaging apps such as Facebook Messenger, Twitter, Skype and other IM clients. This malware was detected by security researchers from Trustlook, a cyber-security firm. A report published on Monday describes the new trojan as a simple one with few abilities. After infecting the […] The post Android Trojan Steals Data From Messenger Apps Like Facebook, Skype, Twitter appeared first on Fossbytes.
Android Trojan Steals Data From Messenger Apps Like Facebook, Skype, Twitter
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Monday, April 2, 2018

Apple To Ditch Intel And Use Its Own Chips In Macs From 2020: Report

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! If you rip apart an Apple computer, you’ll find parts from different vendors like Intel, Qualcomm, etc. While the iPhone-maker now powers iPhones and iPads with its A-series chips, Macs still draw their power Intel’s silicon. Well, this is bound to change in the upcoming years. As per a report from […] The post Apple To Ditch Intel And Use Its Own Chips In Macs From 2020: Report appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Google To Launch Low Cost Pixel Phones In Select Markets

Do you fancy Pixel phones but couldn’t get your hands on one due to budget constraints? Well, here’s good news for you! Google is reportedly working on cheaper variants of Pixel phones to capture the emerging markets of mid-range smartphones. The company has already targeted the lower end market with Android One and Android Go […] The post Google To Launch Low Cost Pixel Phones In Select Markets appeared first on Fossbytes.
Google To Launch Low Cost Pixel Phones In Select Markets
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Site Isolation Coming With Chrome 67: Improves Security But Increases RAM Usage

Site Isolation has been enabled on Chrome Beta, and it will be released with Google Chrome version 67. This feature was first introduced in Google Chrome 63, but it wasn’t enabled until now. So what is Site Isolation? To understand it, let’s take a look at the sandbox process model of Chrome. Here, each tab […] The post Site Isolation Coming With Chrome 67: Improves Security But Increases RAM Usage appeared first on Fossbytes.
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“Safespaces” Is The First Open Source VR Desktop Environment For Linux

When it comes to VR, we are mostly familiar with Google Daydream and other popularized names. But VR has made its way into the Linux as well. Although, people’s experience of things like SteamVR hasn’t been that great. But how about getting your hands on a Linux desktop environment in virtual reality? The minds who […] The post “Safespaces” Is The First Open Source VR Desktop Environment For Linux appeared first on Fossbytes.
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How To Fix Your iPhone’s Slowdown With iOS 11.3’s Battery Health Feature

Last year in December, Apple conceded that it deliberately slows down iPhones with older batteries to cope up with sudden slowdowns. While the company might have done this with good intentions, it faced flak for keeping the users in dark. Making amends, Apple promised to soon deliver an update that would give users more control […] The post How To Fix Your iPhone’s Slowdown With iOS 11.3’s Battery Health Feature appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Smartphones Are Destroying Our Planet Faster Than We Think

Now listen to Fossbytes stories! The entire world knows that we are marching towards the brink of destruction while we enjoy our comfortable lives and fancy gadgets. But do you know that the end could be much nearer than we thought? A recent study has confirmed that the massive amount of carbon footprint released due […] The post Smartphones Are Destroying Our Planet Faster Than We Think appeared first on Fossbytes.
Smartphones Are Destroying Our Planet Faster Than We Think
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Use Cloudflare’s New 1.1.1.1 DNS And Make Your Internet Faster And Private

In the past, we have already told you about what is the Domain Name System (DNS) and what are its benefits. A DNS resolver returns the relevant IP address against a website name sent by the client device. Internet enthusiasts have always preferred custom DNS servers over the ones provided by the ISPs. The reason is […] The post Use Cloudflare’s New 1.1.1.1 DNS And Make Your Internet Faster And Private appeared first on Fossbytes.
Use Cloudflare’s New 1.1.1.1 DNS And Make Your Internet Faster And Private
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Linus Torvalds Releases Linux Kernel 4.16

I guess Linus Torvalds doesn’t like to make tons of jokes. That’s why after shipping seven release candidates for Linux kernel 4.16, he decided to released the final kernel on April Fools’ Day. He might have shipped RC8 just for the heck of it, with no changes, but that’s not his style. At the time of […] The post Linus Torvalds Releases Linux Kernel 4.16 appeared first on Fossbytes.
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Playing Grand Theft Auto Inside A Neural Network’s Hallucination? It’s Possible!

Ever imagined what a Neural Network's hallucination would look like? The post Playing Grand Theft Auto Inside A Neural Network’s Halluc...