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Scientists Invent Medicinal Plaster Patches For Treatment Of Oral Conditions
Smart Patches Set To Dominate Wearables
Smart Patches Set To Dominate Wearables
Google may require manufacturers to issue timely security updates
Even though the Google I/O developer conference is officially over, there are still some interesting tidbits coming out of individual sessions from the event. For example, Android head of security David Kleidermacher spoke about security patches duri...
Netflix won’t reward kids with ‘patches’ for watching TV
Last week, reports surfaced that Netflix was testing a sort of rewards program wherein children could earn "patches" for watching shows like A Series of Unfortunate Events and Fuller House. While the patches didn't come with any additional benefits a...
Netflix test turns kids into binge scouts, rewards TV time with badges
Netflix is currently testing a feature that lets kids collect "patches" for watching shows, Variety reports. Those included in the test see red locks on children's shows that can get them a patch, which they can then earn by watching episodes of thos...
Intel’s latest Core processors have serious security flaws
Intel has confirmed previous reports that its recent PC, internet of things and server chips are vulnerable to remote hacking. The problem is with the onboard "Management Engine," which has multiple holes that could let remote attackers run malicious...
What to expect from the Nintendo Switch’s day-one update
The Nintendo Switch can't do much out of the box. It can play game cards (the system's tiny cartridges), but that's pretty much it. If you're getting a Switch tomorrow, you'll want to make sure you've got internet access to snag its day-one update, w...
FCC wants to know why mobile security patches take so long
A number of critical security flaws have hit mobile devices in recent months, prompting device makers and service providers alike to issue timely patches. Sometimes those fixes take a while to reach affected handsets, and the FCC wants to know more a...