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Matthew Hughes


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Amazon investing in renewables to cut its data center carbon footprint

In the fight against global warming, data centers are the rack-mounted, air-cooled elephant in the room.

On Oct 24, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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The Pixelbook Go is Google’s first attempt at a mid-range Chromebook

The Pixelbook Go is a pretty significant change in direction for Mountain View.

On Oct 15, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Google just announced a line of Nest-branded smart home products

The Google Nest Mini is here, and so is a new Nest WiFi router.

On Oct 15, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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WeWork pulls phone booths over formaldehyde concerns

Needless to say, this is exactly the type of chemical you don’t want to be in a confined space with.

On Oct 14, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Rumor: Apple to release $399 iPhone SE follow-up next year

The handset will come with a price-tag of $399.

On Oct 14, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Twitter used two-factor authentication details to serve targeted ads

The details, which include phone numbers and email addresses, were used as part of Twitter's Tailored Audiences and Partner Audiences advertising systems.

On Oct 8, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Tile’s new object tracker can stick to almost anything

The company behind Tile has overhauled its entire lineup.

On Oct 8, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Google’s Password Checkup aims to protect you against data breaches

Google plans to roll out the security tool to Chrome users.

On Oct 2, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Apple will relax control of Siri, letting users choose their default messaging apps

Apple wants to make Siri work better with third-party apps.

On Oct 2, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Reddit announces new moderation rules to tackle abuse and bullying

The change to Reddit’s policies against harassment and bullying is a landmark.

On Oct 1, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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WeWork’s IPO is dead, but at least we had a good laugh

It's nothing short of poetic that the main factor that derailed WeWork's IPO is the S-1 document it filed to go public.

On Sep 30, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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The new Apple Maps refresh is rolling out for more users

Apple Map is finally getting better. Can it compete with Google Maps?

On Sep 30, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Researcher discovers unpatchable iPhone jailbreak exploit

The tactic, called Checkm8, works on devices ranging from the iPhone 4s to the iPhone 8 and X.

On Sep 27, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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Uber adds real-time tools to report sketchy drivers

Uber is making it easier for passengers to seek help if they find themselves in dangerous or uncomfortable situations.

On Sep 27, 2019 by Matthew Hughes

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