The Wall Street Journal is reporting from their series What They Know that, as a result of investigation, found Facebook apps sharing and selling information to advertisers that could identify users. The series has an alarmist tone but different factors are leading others to questions the authenticity of the article that focuses on Facebook. Here are some selections from the … [Read more...]
Adobe Announces Adobe Reader X and Acrobat X; Coming Next Month
In a blog post today, Adobe announced that the next version of Adobe Reader and Acrobat would be released next month. Currently being on version 9, the next version should be Reader 10 but... they're jumping to roman numerals, so Adobe Reader X, Acrobat X Pro, Acrobat X Suite, Acrobat X Standard will be available next month. They also included a list of features they wanted … [Read more...]
Streaming Netflix on PS3 Gets Updated Monday, No Disc Required, Higher Res, and More
On Monday, October 18th Netflix on the Sony PlayStation 3 will get a big update. It will remove the requirement of having the Netflix disc inserted. The interface gets updated, higher resolutions will be supported for select titles, and Dolby 5.1 surround sound will be supported. It seems the exclusivity deal Microsoft and Netflix had has expired so Netflix on the PS3 is able … [Read more...]
Java Updated to Version 6update22
Amongst other patches hitting the wire with yesterday's Patch Tuesday, Oracle addressed 29 bugs in Java with an update yesterday. Many of them, if exploited, could allow the remote attacker control over the computer. Along with Java being used on many different websites, it is highly recommended that individuals update Java as soon as possible. For more details on some of … [Read more...]
Facebook Announces Groups and Other Upcoming Features
Facebook held a live-stream just moments ago on Facebook Live where Mark Zuckerberg highlighted two things coming up. He also explained the "lock-down" that the press has speculated about which gave the Facebook dev teams 60 productive days wrapping up projects. He also highlighted the recent changes to photos with Photozap, making things look more professional by trimming … [Read more...]