What to expect at Apple's 2017 developers conference?
With Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) just around the corner, technology enthusiasts the world over are speculating on what new revelations the Cupertino-headquartered tech giant will make.
Topping them would be clues to the next iPhone.
To be organised from June 5-9 in San Jose, California, this year's conference might see plenty of surprises.
According to a report in The Verge, Apple would announce the next iterations of iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
"All four of Apple's big platforms are on yearly release cycles, with announcements in June, developer previews shortly thereafter and public releases in the fall. This year shouldn't be any different," the report said.
Last month, Bloomberg reported that iOS 11 would have "an updated user interface" and we could possibly see this announcement being made at the event.
Reportedly, Apple is working on a "dark mode" for the entire operating system, which changes most backgrounds from white to black.
If Apple introduces the rumoured OLED iPhone, the dark mode would save battery by letting the screen keep more pixels turned off.
Also, Apple might update its apps, like Mail and Safari, to allow the stylus to be used for annotations. Users can also expect improvement in the iPad with the introduction of support for multiple user accounts.
Given the success of Samsung Pay and the recent launch of LG Pay, Apple might also bring improvements in Apple Pay.
Last year, Google Assistant gave a tough competition to Siri. The competition went to another level with the launch of Samsung's Bixby. Apple's digital assistant Siri might get smarter to counter its rivals.
As far as hardware is concerned, Apple might launch Siri speaker to rival Amazon Echo and Google Home.
The tech titan could also bring updated MacBooks and MacBook Pros with some spec bumps.
The company might also bring an update for the MacBook Air. It has been two years since Apple updated the device.
It is a possibility that tech affectionados might be in for a treat if Apple decides to delve out some information regarding the iPhone it will launch to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the revolutionary device.
Topping them would be clues to the next iPhone.
To be organised from June 5-9 in San Jose, California, this year's conference might see plenty of surprises.
According to a report in The Verge, Apple would announce the next iterations of iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
"All four of Apple's big platforms are on yearly release cycles, with announcements in June, developer previews shortly thereafter and public releases in the fall. This year shouldn't be any different," the report said.
Last month, Bloomberg reported that iOS 11 would have "an updated user interface" and we could possibly see this announcement being made at the event.
Reportedly, Apple is working on a "dark mode" for the entire operating system, which changes most backgrounds from white to black.
If Apple introduces the rumoured OLED iPhone, the dark mode would save battery by letting the screen keep more pixels turned off.
Also, Apple might update its apps, like Mail and Safari, to allow the stylus to be used for annotations. Users can also expect improvement in the iPad with the introduction of support for multiple user accounts.
Given the success of Samsung Pay and the recent launch of LG Pay, Apple might also bring improvements in Apple Pay.
Last year, Google Assistant gave a tough competition to Siri. The competition went to another level with the launch of Samsung's Bixby. Apple's digital assistant Siri might get smarter to counter its rivals.
As far as hardware is concerned, Apple might launch Siri speaker to rival Amazon Echo and Google Home.
The tech titan could also bring updated MacBooks and MacBook Pros with some spec bumps.
The company might also bring an update for the MacBook Air. It has been two years since Apple updated the device.
It is a possibility that tech affectionados might be in for a treat if Apple decides to delve out some information regarding the iPhone it will launch to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the revolutionary device.
China Has Launched A Train Which Doesn’t Need Tracks! This Is Seriously Heights Of Progress!
Indians should learn something from China; here, people are busy creating controversies on matters of least importance and there in China, new technologies are being developed at a super-fast speed. Don’t you think India must concentrate on technological advancements rather than debating on worthless issues?
On Indian TV channels, you will find headlines about peacock mating or gau-rakshaks or plans of “Gaddha-Mukt” roads, but on Chinese news channels, you will always get to see something innovative. After building the world’s complex overpass, China has now introduced a trackless train. Yes, it’s the latest development by the nation; must say, China has some really brilliant engineers.
Details about the trackless train!
This train runs on various virtual rails and has been introduced for speeding up public transportation. The trackless train was introduced in China’s Hunan Province, Zhuzhou, on the 2nd of June. If reports are to be believed, these trains are non-polluting
On Indian TV channels, you will find headlines about peacock mating or gau-rakshaks or plans of “Gaddha-Mukt” roads, but on Chinese news channels, you will always get to see something innovative. After building the world’s complex overpass, China has now introduced a trackless train. Yes, it’s the latest development by the nation; must say, China has some really brilliant engineers.
Details about the trackless train!
This train runs on various virtual rails and has been introduced for speeding up public transportation. The trackless train was introduced in China’s Hunan Province, Zhuzhou, on the 2nd of June. If reports are to be believed, these trains are non-polluting
Facebook will bring different messaging app for teenagers
The social networking company Facebook, which is allegedly launching a separate messaging app for teenagers, is trying to protect the victim from being victim of online harassment. This app will allow the teen's family to keep an eye on who their children are in touch with on the social network.
This app 'talk' of Facebook can not be searched by ordinary people, but only teens can use it. If an unknown person tries to use the app by taking advantage of a teenager, the app itself will be closed.
According to the website 'The Information', this new app code from Facebook has revealed that it will have kin to control.
According to the code of this app, "Talk is a messaging app, where you can have full control over all the contact and your child can talk to you in Messenger using the Talk app."
This app can be used by teens over the age of 13 years and will not need a Facebook account for its use.
Motorola Moto X Play receiving Android 7.1.1 Nougat update
As this is a Nougat update, you will get features like bundled notifications, improved Doze mode, multi-window, quick reply and more. Besides, you will also get app shortcuts which is our favorite Nougat feature. Apart from this, the update also comes with Google’s May 1, 2017 security patch for Android and the update will also install Google’s video calling app Duo on your Moto X Play.
This update is rolling out over-the-air, and, if you receive an update notification, just tap on Yes, I’m in > Install now. The update can take a couple of days to reach all the units, however, if you don’t receive a notification or can’t wait for it, you can check for the update manually by going to Settings > About phone > System updates > Yes, I’m in > Install now.
Also, its worth mentioning that after you have updated your Moto X Play with Android 7.1.1 Nougat, you can’t go back to the older version of Android that you have right now. Moreover, it’s highly recommended that you have at least 50% charge in your phone and are connected to a Wi-Fi network to download the update.
Having said that, this might well be the last Android version update that’s being rolled out to Moto X Play, hence, don’t expect to receive Android O or even the Android 7.1.2 Nougat.
Snapdeal crosses 50-million-mark on Google Play
Snapdeal has crossed 50 million downloads on the Google Play Store. "Achieving the milestone figure of 50 million downloads is a sure sign that more and more users are seeing value in the experience we provide," said Rajiv Mangla, Chief Technology Officer.
"Through billions of daily clicks on our platforms and monthly consumer connects, we are constantly listening to our consumers' feedback and improving our offerings accordingly," Mangla added.
"Through billions of daily clicks on our platforms and monthly consumer connects, we are constantly listening to our consumers' feedback and improving our offerings accordingly," Mangla added.
World's smallest 4G smartphone, Jelly features Android Nougat
From amazing specifications to design, ever brand is now realizing its potential market and developing niche according to it.Samsung has introduced the infinity display, while the next HTC flagship will be squeezable. Amazing advancements are being made but the major bullet points around which a phone is designed are almost the same; a thin casing, narrowest bezels and large displays.
In a world where an over 5-inch smartphone is a standard, a smartphone named Jelly has dared to introduce the world's smallest 4G smartphone. Jelly is not a real smartphone yet but the manufacturers have started a campaign to raise funding which has already resulted in a whopping $180K.
The world's smallest 4G smartphone will have a 2.45 inches display with a screen that has ways less resolution than today's smartphones but still more than what the iPhone 3Gs had when it was introduced a decade ago.
It will be 3.6 inches tall, 1,7 inches wide and half an inch thick and runs on the latest Android Nougat. Jelly has a 1.1 GHz Quad-core processor and dual sim slot as well. The phone will come in two variants, one will have a 1GB RAM and 8 GB internal storage while the Pro version will double these specs.
Other features include WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and 4G connectivity. Moreover, rear and front cameras are also present on the world's smallest phones which will cost $69 when released.
This Device Can Fix Bad Wi-Fi In Your Home
Comcast is taking steps to improve the value that customers get from its routers. This year Comcast will begin rolling out a service to its 10 million current Xfinity internet customers during the first half of this year that features a host of benefits we’ve seen from companies like Eero and Starry. It won’t cost anything extra. New customers will be able to get the new Gateway router too. Comcast will also start offering a new router with faster connection speeds and other internal upgrades for improved WiFi.
Here’s a rundown of the most important things you’ll be able to do with your Comcast Xfinity service when it starts rolling out soon:
- Easily set up your network: The Comcast router has a QR code that you take a photo of with the Comcast app. This will guide you through an easy setup process.
- Monitor connections and enable parental controls: Using the Comcast app, you can manage who has access to your network by creating profiles for each person and their devices. For parents, you can disable a device’s connection when your kids are supposed to be doing homework, eating dinner, going to bed, or any other boring activity you can think of. Go wild.
- Troubleshoot connections and extend your WiFi’s range: If you live in a large home or one with thick walls that interrupt your WiFi connection, Comcast’s app can help optimize your network. You can also add extenders that automatically boost your primary router’s signal to hard-to-reach areas of your home. It’s very similar to what we’ve seen with routers from Google and Eero.
Comcast estimates 15 million customers will have the service this year. You may not save any money like you can using your own modem or router, but it does give you a peace of mind that it’ll be a lot easier to manage your WiFi, especially since those similar products from Google, Eero, and Starry can get pretty expensive.
Build Your Own 1G Network For About $400 Only
If you feel insecure using smartphone then build your own 1G cellphone network for just $400 and the cost of a few old brick phones. Hackaday posted the DIY 1G project this past weekend at Shmoocon, a Washington, DC-based hacker convention. The scheme is the brainchild of Brandon Creighton, who previously helped build a small GSM-based phone network at DEF CON, an annual hacker conference in Las Vegas. But unlike GSM—which is currently used for phone service in the US by AT&T—his 1G phone network is a tad less sophisticated.
In fact, it won’t broadcast very far. You’ll probably only be able to make lots of free wireless calls in your neighborhood. But they’ll still be free calls, and they’ll be made with a sweet old school brick phone the only kind capable of working on a 1G network.
Since most cellphone networks have moved onto 2G, 3G and 4G, the bandwidths 1G operates on are a relative ghost land. 1G was the first generation of wireless phone technology, and it only works with older phones think the chunky Motorola DynaTAC and those sweet ones built like purses or installed in your parents’ old Suburban.
The first step is to download Creighton’s code, which you can find on GitHub. Then you’ll need to spend about $400 to build a software-defined radio to handle cellphone tower duties. With a lot of tinkering and some telecom know-how you should conceivably be able to get your own 1G network up and running.
Of course, 1G isn’t the most useful network in today’s world, so don’t plan on replacing your expensive smartphone with an old school flip phone anytime soon. But if you’ve ever wanted to turn yourself into Gordon Gekko for a weekend, this is a useful way to start.
This Simple Text Will Break The Messages App
A new hack, discovered by hacker Vincedes3, can crash and disable the Messages app on any device running iOS 8 through to iOS 10. The revelation was made popular by YouTuber EverythingApplePro, who uploaded a video presenting the exploit’s destructive impacts. Additionally, Vincedes3 has documented the exploit on his own channel.
The exploit works by overloading a vCard – typically used to exchange contact information between devices – with thousands of lines of code to such an extent that the Messages app freezes and cannot process any further information. Messages subsequently crashes. Vincedes3 has reportedly included 14,281 lines of code in the vCard file, working out at roughly 70 times the amount of code found in the average vCard.
Along with access to a copy of the vCard, Vincedes3 has thankfully detailed multiple ways of restoring the iOS device to normal. The exploit works on the premise that Apple’s iOS will always try to open the most recently opened text. By sending yourself a message and then opening it via Siri, the exploit will move down the list of messages and become ineffective. Alternatively, the hacker has supplied a link which can be opened in Safari to restore the iOS device to normal.
‘Pokemon Prism’ is not dead
After Nintendo released a cease and desist to the developers of Pokémon Prism, it appears the fan-made game is not as “dead” as it seems. Some leakers have obtained the Pokémon Prism project and released it on the internet.The pirates posted a notice on 4Chan claiming that they are “a group of people interested in seeing ROM hacks succeed.” The document also states that they have no affiliation with Pokémon Prism developer Koolboyman and the rest of the team and got the files because “a developer got careless.”In a chat with Kotaku the pirates explained their actions and why they believe Nintendo is wrong for handing out the C&D.
“Regardless of Nintendo’s legal rights, we do believe that they are destroying their fans’ hard work for no reason and at no gain,” they said. “Nintendo could have used this (and any other good ROM hack) as an opportunity to promote the Pokémon series in general. They don’t even have to do anything other than let the games live.”
Pokémon Prism was a ROM Hack of Pokémon Crystal that introduced two new types of Pokémon (Gas and Sound-type), allowed for trainer customization, the ability to play as your region to explore.The game was in development for eight years and gained a following when the Twitch Plays Pokémon community began to play one of the earlier versions of the game.Gas and Sound-type), allowed for trainer customization, the ability to play as your Pokémon and a new
Exploiting Mobile Apps Can Increase Business Risks
The increased adoption of enterprise mobility solutions by a growing number of businesses is opening up new avenues for cybercriminals to launch attacks with devastating impact on a brand’s reputation and stock prices, an industry expert said.
According to Rajat Mohanty, CEO & Co-Founder, Paladion, a leading security solutions provider in the region, says that,”As businesses capitalise on new opportunities by providing mobility services, they continuously face security breaches.”“A recent study discovered that 90% of mobile banking applications for instance, have serious security problems that could potentially compromise user data. On the same lines, following a breach to one of their mobile applications, a financial institution turned to Paladion to ensure that all future applications were tested, compliant and above all secure for their customers.”
According to Mohanty, the bank identified that its mobile banking application had suffered a major security breach, which put many of their customers at risk of exposing or losing their banking data. After a lot of research, the bank chose to work with Paladion because of its experience in cyber security and risk management.
According to market research firm IDC, ICT spending in the MEA region has exceeded $270 billion in 2015, making it the second-fastest growing market worldwide. The adoption of smart devices in the Middle East and Africa is set to grow from 133 million in 2014 to 598 million devices in 2018. As far as the enterprise mobility and bring-your-own-device (BYOD) market is concerned, research firm MarketsandMarkets predicts that it will surpass the $284 billion mark by 2019 worldwide.
“However, while these devices might be empowering businesses and organisations, the many benefits that come with increased mobility, BYOD, has become a focus for cybercriminals to launch attacks,” explained Mohanty.“The increase in mobile penetration and the massive growth of an unregulated app market in Android-based devices have enabled cybercriminals to introduce infected applications,” he added.
In order to put an end to such security issues, securing remote access through mobile devices and protecting the data and applications on those devices becomes critical for organizations in the region.
“Mobility initiatives should be a collaborative effort between management and the CISO to map out policies and objectives and ensure they are aligned with operational imperatives, digital strategy, and IT architecture developments. Third-party expertise can be massively beneficial in this rapidly evolving area, so organizations should not hesitate to engage their trusted security partners in determining requirements and planning deployments,” added Mohanty.
Paladion’s Mobile Application Security Testing Program includes code review, mobile application penetration testing, web application penetration testing, and security configuration audit among other features. It makes sure that the client creates more durable mobile apps based on improved threat elimination approach that can identify potential risks.
“Awareness sessions are also conducted and continuous communication is provided with development teams to help eradicate security issues with quick turnaround time and remediation validation. Thus, we build the trust and resilience needed to seize opportunities, reduce risks, and deploy new security models with minimal downtime,” concluded Mohanty.Comparison Between Various Sorting Algorithms
Sorting is one of the fundamental aspects of computer science. Throughout the short history of computer science sorting algorithms matured in a rapid pace and from the early day’s computers started using sophisticated methods to sort the elements in a collection data structure.Before we start you have to notice this is not about finding out the best sorting algorithm. As any other aspect of life, there is no clear best way here. A lot of things affect our choice of using a sorting algorithm such as the number of elements, the available space, budget, the priorities in our application etc.SELECTION SORT
Selection sort is an exception on our list. This is considered an academic sorting algorithm. Why? Because the time efficiency is always O(n2) which is not acceptable. There is no real world usage for selection sort except passing the data structure course exam.pros
- Nothing
cons
- Always run at O(n2) even at best case scenario
Practical usage
- Help students to get some credits towards their degree, nothing to be precise
BUBBLE SORT
This is the other exception in the list because bubble sort is too slow to be practical. Unless the sequence is almost sorted feasibility of bubble sort is zero and the running time is O(n2). This is one of the three simple sorting algorithms alongside selection sort and insertion sort but like selection sort falls short of insertions sort in terms of efficiency even for small sequences.pros
- Again nothing, maybe just “catchy name1”
cons
- With polynomial O(n2) it is too slow
Practical usage
- Implementing it makes for an interesting programming exercise
INSERTION SORT
Insertion sort is definitely not the most efficient algorithm out there but its power lies in its simplicity. Since it is very easy to implement and adequately efficient for small number of elements, it is useful for small applications or trivial ones. The definition of small is vague and depends on a lot of things but a safe bet is if under 50, insertion sort is fast enough. Another situation that insertion sort is useful is when the sequence is almost sorted. Such sequences may seem like exceptions but in real world applications often you encounter almost sorted elements. The run time of insertions sort is O(n2) at worst case scenario. So far we have another useless alternative for selection sort. But if implemented well the run time can be reduced to O(n+k). n is the number of elements and k is the number of inversions (the number of pair of elements out of order). With this new run time in mind you can see if the sequence is almost sorted (k is small) the run time can be almost linear which is a huge improvement over the polynomial n2.
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