Google finally gets serious about protecting you from malicious Android apps

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Every so often, we report on discoveries from security researchers who warn of newly identified batches of bad Android apps, often only after they’ve racked up millions of downloads. Back in September, for example, we mentioned this discovery by researchers at Wandera of a group of apps that requested sketchy permissions and included intrusive ads, among other problems, while garnering more than 1.5 million downloads before Google booted them from the Play Store.

It’s a constant game of Whack-a-Mole Google has seemed content to play when it comes to its app store. The bad stuff keeps sneaking in. Google kicks it out after-the-fact once it’s identified (often by third-parties). Rinse, repeat. But maybe now that pattern will start to change a bit.

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iOS 13.2.2 update now available on iPhone with fix for multitasking bug

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Apple rolled out an update for iOS 13.2 on Thursday that should address the terrible multitasking issue that has been plaguing iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users for the past several days. Apps running in the background were resetting almost immediately, which was causing some users to lose progress and data.

This update comes just two days after the first iOS 13.3 beta was seeded to developers. The background refresh bug is the highlight of this update, but there are other bug fixes included as well, so if you’re ready for a better overall iOS experience, this is one you’ll want to download and install right away.

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T-Mobile just launched a new 5G wireless plan that only costs $15/month

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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In an effort to try and win support for (and to speed along) its still-pending merger with Sprint, T-Mobile has rolled out a suite of initiatives that include everything from “Project 10 Million” (which will bring free internet to 10 million households) to a new wireless plan announced Thursday that costs a shockingly low $15/month.

About the latter, the plan is called T-Mobile Connect and costs only half as much each month as the lowest-priced T-Mobile plan currently offered today. With it, users would get unlimited talk and text, as well as 2GB of data.

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Sale slashes Lenovo’s best 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook to $247

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Windows is still obviously the most dominant PC platform out there, and it’s great. It’s also expensive, and there are other options available these days that are just as capable at a fraction of the price. Here’s a perfect example: the wildly popular Lenovo Chromebook C330 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop is on sale today on Amazon for only $246.99. Considering how lightweight and fast Chrome OS is, a comparable Windows 10 machine would probably cost nearly twice that price!

Lenovo Chromebook C330 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop, 11.6-Inch HD (1366 x 768) IPS Display, MediaT…: $246.99

Here are the key details from the product page:

Get high performance when you need it – the Chromebook C330 boots up in seconds* and features easy-to-use Chrome OS, plenty of memory and storage, and so much more
Sleek, stylish, and secure, this 360⁰ convertible laptop is less than 1-inch thin and about the weight of a hardback book, with an 11-inch touchscreen display that’s perfect for day-to-day computing and multimedia, on or offline
The Lenovo Chromebook C330 is easy to use, offers built-in virus protection and keeps going with long battery life. No setup needed – just login with a Google account so emails, maps, documents, and photos stay with you via cloud storage
Built to connect, this notebook computer includes a variety of USB ports for effortless connectivity. Plus, stay in touch with the built-in camera
Users love it! “High end features for a low price,” says one happy reviewer. Another adds, “This Chromebook has far exceeded my expectations. … The speed is snappy and the device responds quickly to gestures and commands.”

Lenovo Chromebook C330 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop, 11.6-Inch HD (1366 x 768) IPS Display, MediaT…: $246.99

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Microsoft just launched the $3,500 HoloLens 2 augmented reality headset

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Announced back in February at the Mobile World Congress, the HoloLens 2 — Microsoft’s second-generation augmented reality headset — is ready to go on sale in several markets, including Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, UK, and the US, where it’s previously been available for preorders.

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Google Stadia now available on the Play Store, but you can’t stream games yet

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Google wants you to play console-quality games on virtually any device you own. That’s the conceit of Google Stadia, a service that streams gameplay to your device as Google’s servers handle all the necessary processing. You will still have to buy games separately, but this might be the first truly capable cloud gaming service.

Stadia isn’t ready quite to beam those games to your Android devices just yet, but if you want to get a head start, the Stadia app is available to download from the Play Store right now.

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Sony wireless headphones with crazy bass and 30-hour battery life are under $100 today

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Everyone knows that Sony is the way to go if you want Bluetooth headphones with killer sound and tons of bass. But everyone also knows that they can be pretty expensive, with prices that climb as high as $350. Lucky for you, one of Sony’s best pairs of wireless headphones is on sale right now on Amazon at an awesome price. Hurry and you can snag Sony WH-XB700 Wireless Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones for just $98!

Sony WH-XB700 Wireless Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones, Black: $98.00

Here’s some of the important info from the product page:

Feel the power of extra bass
Up to 30 hours of battery life for long-lasting listening
Listen in comfort with an on-ear design and swiveling ear cups
Optimize your sound settings with the Sony Headphones | connect app
Easily take calls wirelessly with the built-in mic
Access your smartphone’s voice assistant with a push of a button
High quality wireless audio with Bluetooth and NFC
Sub-c connection for fast and efficient recharging
In the box: connection cable, USB cable, card, operating instructions, Reference guide

Sony WH-XB700 Wireless Extra Bass Bluetooth Headphones, Black: $98.00

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Nintendo boss confirms that N64 Classic Edition isn’t coming anytime soon

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Following the success of the NES Classic Edition and SNES Classic Edition, it seemed inevitable that Nintendo would release another miniature retro console as quickly as possible. But it has now been over two years since the launch of the mini SNES, and there’s no sign of another Classic Edition console on the horizon. So what happened? Why didn’t Nintendo continued to capitalize on nostalgia and release more retro-themed hardware?

On Thursday, Nintendo of America’s new president Doug Bowser finally gave us a fairly definitive answer.

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Early Black Friday sale live at Best Buy with huge discounts on new iPad, iPhone 11, and more

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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Best Buy unveiled its Black Friday 2019 ad on Thursday, listing all the deals it has prepared for the upcoming Black Friday weekend. But sales start a lot earlier than November 28th, and Best Buy is hosting a couple of early Black Friday events, including a sale on plenty of hot Apple products. The newest iPad, the iPhone 11, and Apple’s latest MacBooks are already on sale on BestBuy.com, as are plenty of other discounted gadgets.

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Today’s top deals: $65 Instant Pot, $40 Anker earphones, Chromebook sale, $20 wake up light alarm, AA battery sale, more

Posted on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 by Authcom

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We’ve got a ton of great daily deals for you to check out today since early Black Friday sales are in full swing. Highlights include the best-selling Instant Pot on Amazon for only $64.99, $72 off the best wireless noise cancelling headphones money can buy, a rare discount on the wireless meat thermometer that makes anyone a chef, a regular instant read meat thermometer for only $8.49, freshly upgraded Anker true wireless earbuds for just $39.99, up to $70 off two different best-selling Lenovo Chromebooks, the hot new Roku Express HD for just $29, $10 off the Fire TV Stick 4K if you want to upgrade, a wake up light alarm clock that’s just as good as the $140 Philips model for just $19.99 with coupon code FJLMEMY2, Amazon’s best-selling Wi-Fi range extender for just $14.99, Sony’s wireless headphones with extra bass for $98, blowout prices on 100-packs of AA batteries and AAA batteries, $100 off the most popular 23andMe DNA test kit, and more. See all of today’s top deals below.