Category: Google
The Digest: Social media told to simplify terms… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] MPs say they need 'serious discussion' with social networks over users' data | The Guardian "Social networks should simplify their terms and conditions, to ensure that their users fully understand how their personal data will be collected and used, MPs have concluded. A report by the Commons science and technology committee calls for…
The Digest: Steve Jobs moves to Universal… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Universal acquires Aaron Sorkin's Steve Jobs biopic | The Verge "Rumors of Universal Pictures taking over Aaron Sorkin's Steve Jobs biopic have proven true. A studio spokesperson confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that a deal has been reached less than a week after Sony Pictures dropped the movie. Rights to the project were reportedly priced at…
The Digest: New computer spying bug found… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Symantec uncovers sophisticated, stealthy computer spying tool | Re/Code "Computer security researchers at Symantec say they have discovered a sophisticated piece of malware that appears to be used for spying at internet service and telecommunications companies, and was likely created by a government agency. The team has dubbed this newly-found Trojan 'Regin' and…
The Digest: Russian webcam spies… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Russian webcam spy site 'may take time to shut down' | The Telegraph "A Russian website allowing voyeurs to watch people in their homes via their own webcams may take some time to shut down, the Information Commissioner has warned. Images of children's bedrooms and views into family living rooms and kitchens can…
Now you can embed Google Street View and Photosphere imagery
Google has updated its maps software so that website developers can now embed Google Street View images directly into web pages. The update also works for "Photospheres" - which is what Google calls Street View for the insides of buildings - like you can see in the above embed. The even better news for developers…
The Digest: Serial breaks iTunes record… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Murder mystery podcast Serial breaks download records | The Telegraph "A podcast about a real-life murder presented in a format that its creator says is 'as old as Dickens' has become the fastest ever to pass five million downloads. The podcast, which issues weekly 40-minute episodes, is a spin-off from broadcasting sensation This…
Nexus 6 launching in the UK on 1st December – pre-orders from today!
Carphone Warehouse has announced that it is now accepting pre-orders for Google's eagerly awaited Nexus 6 phone - with the launch date pencilled in for 1st December. The new phone, which boasts a 6" screen and the latest Android Lollipop operating system was announced a few weeks ago. Apparently at Carphone Warehouse it'll start from…
The Digest: Uber under fire… and 5 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Uber executive suggests digging up dirt on journalists | BuzzFeed "A senior executive at Uber suggested that the company should consider hiring a team of opposition researchers to dig up dirt on its critics in the media — and specifically to spread details of the personal life of a female journalist who has…
The Digest: Android Lollipop is here… and 4 other things people are talking about today
[nextpage title="Next"] Hands-on with all things Android 5.0 Lollipop | Cnet "Android Lollipop is here, and likely making its way to your phone or tablet in the coming months. The update is packed with exciting features, including a new design, revamped notifications, device sharing and more. I go hands-on with the most-talked-about features in the…
What’s the deal with YouTube Music Key?
Google/YouTube has announced a new service called YouTube Music Key... but what exactly is it, and why has Google launched it? What is YouTube Music Key? Music Key is a new premium service on YouTube. It is currently only available to a select few users but we expect it to be rolled out soon. In…