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NSA to secure phones with virtualization

Corporate smartphones and tablets store a significant amount of valuable data. Combine that with their mobile nature and they’re particularly vulnerable to being compromised or stolen. Everyone, including the National Security Agency (NSA), is looking for the next big thing in mobile security, and it might just be virtualization. US government approved The NSA maintains… Continue reading NSA to secure phones with virtualization

Amazon phones to become a reality soon

Amazon is setting its sights on the VoIP market again and will use its Alexa technology to launch a new phone system. Based on a new patent, users of Amazon’s artificial intelligence (AI) devices might soon be able to enjoy a smart speaker and phone in one. This won’t be the eCommerce giant’s first attempt… Continue reading Amazon phones to become a reality soon

Alexa devices to become extension phones

Alexa, Amazon’s counterpart to Microsoft’s Cortana and Apple’s Siri, is an intelligent personal assistant that can perform various tasks for its ‘master.’ Based on a recently released patent, the eCommerce company is set to reveal a wireless phone system powered by this artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Here’s what you need to know. How it works… Continue reading Alexa devices to become extension phones

Amazon’s Alexa devices as extension phones

Amazon is using its Alexa technology to ensure success at its second attempt at internet-based telephony. The company’s newly released patent details a phone system that will use the voice-controlled technology of their Alexa-powered devices to make and receive calls. Here’s everything we know so far. How it works Amazon’s 3D-enabled Fire Phone was its… Continue reading Amazon’s Alexa devices as extension phones

The best features of Android’s Nougat 7.0

The good news? Google will be rolling out more features for Android 7.0 Nougat and Marshmallow devices earlier than expected! The bad news? Google hasn’t yet confirmed which devices are eligible for the latest upgrades. In the meantime, here are four prominent features you should be keeping your eyes on: Quick Switch What this feature… Continue reading The best features of Android’s Nougat 7.0

Four noteworthy Nougat 7.0 features

For Android users, not only does a new operating system entail a new, confectionary-inspired name, but also a handful of features to look out for — case in point, Android 7.0 Nougat. Even better, older smartphone users can expect to enjoy it too, thus revoking Google Pixel of its exclusive privilege. Read on for four… Continue reading Four noteworthy Nougat 7.0 features

Breaking down Nougat 7.0’s major upgrades

It’s official. Google Pixel users have lost one of their best bragging rights. The latest addition to the family is considered to be one of the most advanced devices on the market. But Android 7.0, one of the most recognized software features, will soon be available to users with older smartphones. Let’s take a sneak… Continue reading Breaking down Nougat 7.0’s major upgrades

Google’s War on Password Phishing

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Google have recently enrolled a number of their users in a trial to road test a new way of logging in to their Google accounts. The method aims to stamp out the increasing amount of phishing attacks, as well as the issues caused by people (who likely include some of your employees) from using passwords… Continue reading Google’s War on Password Phishing

Google Trials Password-Free Login

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Passwords such as “Password123”, “Mycomputer” and the classic “123456” can pose a very real threat to small and medium sized businesses everywhere. Easy to crack and hack, if your staff are logging in to company accounts with over simplified passwords, they are putting your business at risk. Adding to the danger, phishers also know that… Continue reading Google Trials Password-Free Login

Google Tests New Login Option

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It seems Google is taking the issue of online security increasingly serious as they have recently unveiled their latest attempt to stem the tide of phishing. Trialing a password-free login option, they also aim to curb the dangers caused by ineffective and over simplified passwords – something that every small and medium sized business needs… Continue reading Google Tests New Login Option