Saturday, 1 October 2016

You can now use an iPhone to log into a Windows 10 PC, Microsoft says

The Full Nerd Episode 8: Gaming laptops, 4K gaming, and a $500 PC build showdown

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Oct 01, 2016
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You can now use an iPhone to log into a Windows 10 PC, Microsoft says

Apple's iPhone isn't always a good pairing for Microsoft's Windows 10 PCs, but you'll be able to use the phone's biometric authentication features to log into PCs. Read More ▶

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Gordon, Brad, and Alaina show off awesome gaming laptops, talk 4K, and throw down in an epic $500 PC build contest. Read More ▶

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Android malware that can infiltrate corporate networks is spreading

An Android Trojan is spreading across app stores, including Google Play, and has the capability of stealing sensitive files from corporate networks. Read More ▶

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Firefox blocks websites with vulnerable encryption keys

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Facebook's new social network for businesses, Facebook at Work, launches Oct. 10

The Facebook at Work launch event will happen in London, the company says, as both a desktop and mobile social network for businesses and their employees. Read More ▶

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This week in games: Amazon reveals 3 games at TwitchCon, Steam Controller skins appear

Plus: New Battlefield 1 and Titanfall 2 trailers, Quantum Break hits Steam, Lo Wang meets Stan Bush, and more. This is gaming news for September 26 through 30. Read More ▶

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How to change default apps in Android Nougat

The ability to switch up the default browser, SMS app, and other essentials are much easier to find in the latest version of Android. Read More ▶

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Still on the fence about whether you should upgrade to the iPhone 7? Here's what you should know. Watch Now ▶

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Friday, 30 September 2016

Could Cortana 2.0 be a chatbot? Microsoft's new AI chief hasn't ruled it out

Salesforce tries to block Microsoft's LinkedIn acquisition

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Sep 30, 2016
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Could Cortana 2.0 be a chatbot? Microsoft's new AI chief hasn't ruled it out

As Microsoft considers bringing its successful Chinese chatbot to the United States, Cortana's new chief says that there will be more than one kind of intelligent agent in Microsoft's future. Read More ▶

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Salesforce tries to block Microsoft's LinkedIn acquisition

Microsoft made a splash earlier this year when it announced the largest acquisition in its history, signing an agreement to buy LinkedIn for $26.2 billion. But now, Salesforce is trying to convince the European Union to block the deal. Read More ▶

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HTC launches Viveport, a VR app store focused on non-gaming experiences

You still buy Vive VR games from Steam, but you can try HTC's Viveport for non-gaming experiences. Read More ▶

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Bounty for iOS jailbreak exploit jumps to $1.5 million

The value for zero-day exploits targeting Apple's iOS software is jumping. On Thursday, a company called Zerodium began offering as much as $1.5 million for them. Read More ▶

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Google rebrands Apps for Work as G Suite, adds intelligent features

Google rebranded and enhanced its productivity suite Thursday with new intelligent capabilities that help it better compete with Microsoft Office 365. Read More ▶

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Microsoft moves Cortana and Bing into Microsoft Research to accelerate new features

On Thursday, Microsoft moved Cortana and Bing into a new organization that combines the two product groups with Microsoft Research. Both products could benefit from closer proximity to the company's most advanced technologies. Read More ▶

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The FCC's plan to replace your cable box with apps hits a snag

The FCC shelves "unlock the box" cable vote amidst industry criticism and political cries for delay. Read More ▶

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Paris motor show turns on to electric cars

The soft whirring of electric cars was barely audible amid the pounding music and the babble of voices at the Paris motor show on Thursday, but we'll be hearing a whole lot more of it in the years to come. Read More ▶

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16 useful Windows 10 tools that help you get more done

Microsoft has stuffed Windows 10 full of productivity-enhancing tools and features that streamline common pain points. Read More ▶

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U.S. carriers will look to LTE-U tests to protect Wi-Fi

The biggest U.S. carriers planning to deploy controversial LTE-Unlicensed technology expect to use gear that's been tested for coexistence with Wi-Fi, their executives said Wednesday. Read More ▶

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Ransomware spreads through weak remote desktop credentials

Stolen or weak remote desktop credentials are routinely used to infect point-of-sale systems with malware, but recently they've also become a common distribution method for crypto-ransomware. Read More ▶

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How to watch the MLB playoffs and World Series without cable

Don't miss a postseason pitch, read our cord-cutter's guide to the 2016 MLB playoffs and the World Series. Read More ▶

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Firefox blocks websites with vulnerable encryption keys

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