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Not even two weeks have passed since Apple issued a security fix for iOS devices and we're already being prompted to update our gadgets again. The latest software download, iOS 4.3.5, is a minor update which fixes yet another rather pesky security vulnerability.
While Apple's description of the security update is a bit vague — it simply explains that if you don't download iOS 4.3.5, "an attacker with a privileged network position may capture or modify data in sessions protected by SSL/TLS" — the folks at Kaspersky Labs were able to clarify things a bit:
[T]he description implies that an attacker who has already compromised a machine on a given network and has the ability to see and identify SSL sessions might be able to decrypt the traffic and modify it. This kind of man-in-the-middle attack is quite common and would require the attacker to already have a foothold on the network in order to execute it.
In plainer words: Someone could intercept your web-surfing session and steal data — but only if he or she already has access to the network you're using.
You can get the update which will foil any plots to compromise your security in such a manner by plugging your iOS device into your computer and hitting the "check for updates" button in iTunes.
Do note that the 4.3.5 version is intended for the AT&T iPhone 4, the iPhone 3GS, the iPad 2, the iPad as well as third and fourth generation iPod Touch devices. Folks who own a Verizon iPhone 4 will find an update labeled 4.2.10instead — but it'll offer the same fix.
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Recognia, in partnership with missingSTEP, announced today the release of a unique stock chart pattern recognition iPad application available through the Apple Inc. AppStore. The application, titled “Stock Chart Patterns”, is the first of its kind to provide automated chart pattern recognition that offers a quick view of bullish and bearish stock chart patterns including “head and shoulders,” “double tops and bottoms,” “triangles,” “wedges,” “diamonds” and more.
“With increased use of mobile platforms for investing, creating an iPad application that gives traders the ability to access hundreds of trade ideas daily via our automated stock chart pattern recognition was a natural progression,” said Recognia’s Peter Ashton, Vice President of Products. “The development of this new application further demonstrates our dedication to bringing actionable investment research to self-directed investors.”
“This application brings, for the first time, Recognia’s unique investment research and automated chart pattern recognition tools to mobile traders,” said Alp Simsir, President and CEO of missingSTEP. “We are proud to provide easy access to the research necessary to make well informed investment decisions.”
About Recognia
Recognia provides intuitive, easy-to-use investment research for self-directed investors. Founded in 2000, Recognia today has more than 20 million provisioned accounts worldwide, with products servicing the largest and most successful institutions, stock exchanges and online brokerage firms, including Bloomberg, NYSE Euronext, Saxobank, HSBC, Charles Schwab, TD Waterhouse, ICICI Direct, Lightspeed Trading, and many more.
Contacts
for Recognia Kate Frankenberg, 312-346-7811 kate@vividascent.com
One of the highlights of CES 2011 was the Android Honeycomb OS and its new, interactive UI. Now the focus will likely shift to tablets that will run the software, and more specifically how they will fare against Apple’s soon to be released juggernaut, the iPad 2. One such device is the Motorola Xoom, a tablet which many feel will rival the iPad 2 in both popularity and functionality.
Wireless Carrier
The biggest announcement concerning both the iPhone 5 and the iPad 2 is the addition of Verizon as an optional carrier for its wireless network. There have also been rumors of 4G support for those who wish to go beyond WiFi and UMTS versions of the device. The Motorola Xoom, on the other hand, has officially announced it will be upgradeable to 4G LTE, making it an attractive choice for high volume data consumers. It will be initially offered on the Verizon WiFi and 3G Network.
Processor
The Motorola Xoom is powered by NVIDIAís Tegra 2 1GHz dual-core processor and 1GB of DDR2 RAM. Although the iPad 2 has been rumored to sport a dual-core PowerVR SGX543 processor, there is still no official word regarding its technical specs.
Display
The Motorola Xoom will feature a 10.1 inch, multi-touch capacitive touchscreen, with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. It will weigh 26 oz. and 12.9 mm thick, roughly the same size as the current generation iPad which is 13 mm thick and 24 oz. in weight. The iPad 2, on the other hand, is said to be only 10 mm thick with a flat backside as opposed to the curved chassis of its predecessor. The size of the display is rumored to remain 9.7 inches, possibly with the same critically acclaimed Retina display as the iPhone 4.
Storage
Rumors have speculated that the iPad 2 will come with an impressive 128GB solid state drive, which would significantly outshine the Motorola Xoom’s 32GB Flash Memory. The Xoom, however, will likely come with an expandable memory slot for additional storage.
Affordability
The iPad 2 is expected to be priced at $499 to $599, depending on the model. This in turn will drop the price of the original iPad as well. In contrast, speculation regarding the cost of The Motorola Xoom has eddied from $299 to over $1000 on some tech blogs. In all likelihood, given its hardware the Xoom will fall somewhere between the $500 to $800 range, making it highly competitive but not superior in price to the iPad 2.
Other Features and Add-Ons
As opposed to its earlier model, the iPad 2 will come with a USB port and a larger speaker on the bottom of the tablet. It will likely have both front and back cameras with Facetime support. The Xoom, meanwhile, is confirmed to have a 5 megapixel rear-facing and 2 megapixel front-facing camera. It also has a 3.5 mm headphones jack and both mini and full USB ports. Other features of the Motorola Xoom include:
GPS CapabilityEV-DO Rev. A Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDRThree-Axis Accelerometer Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor5.0-megapixel rear-facing with 720p HD video capture and 4x Zoom2.0-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat
Verdict
At this point it is a little too presumptuous to favor either the iPad 2 or the Motorola Xoom, given that many of the specifications regarding the iPad 2 have yet to be confirmed. What we do know is that the iPad 2 will be at the very least lighter and thinner than the Xoom and sold at a competitive price point. Both will feature dual-core processors and similar RAM and graphics capabilities. However, one area where the Xoom may have an edge is in terms of connectivity.
While there is much uncertainty over the iPad 2's 4G capability, Motorola has confirmed that the Xoom will be upgradeable to Verizon’s superior 4G LTE Network. Faster bandwidth will mean better video chat, streaming video, and gaming, and the Android Honeycomb 3.0 software also provides a far more open platform than the Apple iOS. Nevertheless, its likely that Apple, which recently released a beta version of iOS 4.3, still has a few surprises for tech enthusiasts, and it will be interesting to see how these two tablets compare once all the details are confirmed.
Author – Claire Dawson writes about mobile internet devices and technology with Mobile Broadband. Her latest guide looked at Android tablets.
According to a report this morning, OnLive is launching a subscription-based movie streaming service on an undisclosed date in 2011. The news comes from the Wall Street Journal (subscription required), who cites growing concern among media companies that Netflix has grown too large on its own and diversification is desired (read: they want a piece of the large, money-filled pie as well).
In other OnLive news, the streaming-only company released its first iPad app today (creatively dubbed "OnLive Viewer"). The application allows user to see what's available for instant streaming (on a computer, not on your iPad), see other players' "brag clips," and watch trailers. Though the app has an official page on Apple.com, we're having some issues downloading it at the moment, but that could just be release hiccups.
Then again, you're probably already watching trailers (and reading news, reviews, previews, and so much more!) on your Joystiq iPhone App, right? Good! Glad to hear it!
Update: The App is currently only available in New Zealand, which explains our downloading issues. We understand that the App goes live for US residents tonight at 11:00PM EST. Enjoy your temporary exclusivity, Kiwis!
HootSuite for iPad has arrived. With the release, the startup, which makes social media dashboards for web and mobile, has ported its business-targeted product for social media management across multiple services to the Apple device.
HootSuite for iPad includes support for multiple Twitter, Facebook (profiles and Pages) and Foursquare accounts, message scheduling, Twitter search, geo-location and click statistics. The application also offers a quick import option for existing HootSuite users looking to sync accounts.
The design of the application mirrors the column approach of other HootSuite products, and includes a stationary left-hand sidebar with a list of all streams being tracked.
HootSuite for iPad looks to be the perfect companion application for existing business users of the service who wish to manage their presence on a larger mobile screen. The multipurpose nature of the application might also help attract new users.
Just like the startup's other mobile applications, HootSuite for iPad is free with usage limitations governed by the company's previously introduced freemium business model.
Apple
on Dec 6th 2010 2:00PM