LG Electronics has unveiled a 42.5-inch display that’s capable of showing four displays on a single screen. The LG 43UD79-B is now available to pre-order in the United States for $697 from some retailers, and it will start shipping on May 9. The LG 43UD79-B features a 42.5-inch IPS panel with a non-glare coating and a contrast ratio of up to 1000:1. The display itself has a … [Read more...] about LG Reveals Massive 42.5-Inch Monitor That Can Fit Four Displays At Once
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What Is Greyball? Uber Used Data Collection Tools To Avoid Authorities And Operate Illegally: Report
Uber used data collected by its app and a tool called Greyball to help avoid authorities in markets where its service was being resisted or outright banned, according to a report from the New York Times. The report describes Greyball as a tool that was part of a broader program called "violation of terms of service"—known as VTOS. Uber initially created the tool in 2014 to … [Read more...] about What Is Greyball? Uber Used Data Collection Tools To Avoid Authorities And Operate Illegally: Report
New Nokia 3310 Won't Work In The US; HMD Global Still In Talks With Carriers
The new Nokia 3310 was announced this week at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona with a $50 price tag. Unfortunately, it looks like the device might not even work properly in the United States. The new Nokia 3310, which is made by HMD Global Oy, doesn’t support the technology that U.S. carriers are using. The device runs on the 900MHz frequency on 2G networks. In order to … [Read more...] about New Nokia 3310 Won't Work In The US; HMD Global Still In Talks With Carriers
What Does Extreme Vetting Mean? Homeland Security Chief Suggests Requiring Social Media Passwords From Visa Applicants
The details of President Donald Trump’s often vague promise of “extreme vetting” is beginning to take shape. In a hearing Tuesday, Homeland Security Chief John Kelly told Congress the United States is considering requiring visa applicants to disclose passwords to their social media accounts. “We’re looking at some enhanced or some additional screening. We may want to get on … [Read more...] about What Does Extreme Vetting Mean? Homeland Security Chief Suggests Requiring Social Media Passwords From Visa Applicants