[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110624_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] According to a new survey of security professionals worldwide, data breaches are much more common than we’d expect. 59% of all companies have been victims of hacking two or more times in the past year. 41% of the attacks are costing companies more than half a million Continue Reading →
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According to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing to release the iPhone 5 this coming September. The new phone will include the faster A5 processor found in the iPad 2 and tout an 8-megapixel camera. Despite the upgrades, Apple’s newest iPhone hardware may still pale in comparison to other available smartphones. Read the full article at Bloomberg.com Continue Reading →
The Netherlands became the second country in the world to write network neutrality laws for telecom providers. The law bans carriers from blocking services or charging fees for using programs like Skype. The United States is trying to draft similar laws, but is running into legal battles with the telecom industry. Read the full article Continue Reading →
Lawmakers are trying to force wireless carriers to legally define 4G networks. The Next Generation Wireless Disclosure Act would make providers abide by standard speeds, coverage and reliability before marketing its product. All major providers boast 4G speeds, but it may not be as advertised. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →
Shelly Palmer chats with Simon Applebaum about Google TV. Continue Reading →
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has finally given Apple a patent for what essentially equates to a portable device that utilizes a touchscreen for input. Apple applied for the patent in 2007 and is notorious for getting in legal battles with other tech companies over patent violations. Will having this rather vague touchscreen patent Continue Reading →
[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110623_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] According to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing to release the iPhone 5 this coming September. The new phone will include the faster A5 processor found in the iPad 2 and tout an 8-megapixel camera. Despite the upgrades, Apple’s newest iPhone hardware may still pale in comparison to other Continue Reading →
Microsoft recently launched a new advertising platform that utilizes the Kinect to make the ads interactive. Typical spots like 30-second commercials will allow users to interact with a few hand motions or voice controls. Voice controls will allow users to request more information, tweet about the commercial or search for nearest locations. Read the full Continue Reading →
If you’re debating about signing up with Verizon for its unlimited data plan, you should do it now to reap the benefits. All Things Digital reports that Verizon is switching to tiered pricing starting next month, with a 2GB plan costing $30 a month. With exponential growth of smartphone bandwidth consumption, it’s no surprise carriers Continue Reading →
The waning phone manufacturer Nokia recently unveiled its N9 smartphone along with three new feature phones. While Nokia partnered with Microsoft to bring Windows Phone 7 to its handsets, these devices are surprisingly lacking the new operating system. Nokia has been facing declining revenues and market share and doesn’t expect a profitable second quarter. Read Continue Reading →