Cradle turns smartphone into handheld biosensor
(Phys.org) —Researchers and physicians in the field could soon run on-the-spot tests for environmental toxins, medical diagnostics, food safety and more with their smartphones.
View ArticleAndroid antiviral products easily evaded, study says
Think your antivirus product is keeping your Android safe? Think again. Northwestern University researchers, working with partners from North Carolina State University, tested 10 of the most popular...
View ArticleSome companies looking at retaliating against cyberattackers
Frustrated by their inability to stem an onslaught of computer hackers, some companies are considering adopting the standards of the Wild West to fight back against online bandits.
View ArticleTynker brings programming lessons into the home
(Phys.org) —Tynker announced last week that its educational system for teaching programming to students in elementary and middle schools will take on a new offering, and it is now for home use too. The...
View ArticleLive streaming enjoyment for multi-screen applications
Researchers have developed the FAMIUM development platform and are using it to create new application scenarios for adaptive video streaming in web browsers. One highlight is that content can be split...
View ArticleApps for electric cars
Siemens is equipping electric cars with completely redesigned information and communications technology (ICT). Basically, the idea is to control a variety of vehicle functions on a uniform, centralized...
View ArticleGoogle joins effort to boost genomics research
Google announced Wednesday it was teaming up with university scientists to use its computing platform to accelerate efforts in genomics research.
View ArticleAnnual Apple developers gathering set for June
Apple will hold its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco in June, the company announced.
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