Google Chrome Becomes First Browser to be Hacked at Pwn2Own 2012

Google Chrome HackedGoogle Chrome seems to be everybody’s favorite toy at this year’s Pwn2Own contest despite being the only browser that was able to survive last year’s similar hacking challenge. For those of you who are new to the Pwn2Own scene, it is an annual hacking competition that takes place every year at the CanSecWest security conference in Vancouver.  Contestants are encouraged to find vulnerabilities inside mobile devices and browsers and take full control of the system in order to win a cash prize.  [Read more...]

New iPad Features: It’s Thicker, Heavier and Ordinary

new ipad featuresApple has finally unveiled its next generation iPad tablet. The new device simple called “the new iPad” will hit stores on Match 16th and will start selling at $499 for the Wi-Fi-only model just like its predecessor, the iPad2. The device will be available in two variants (Wi-Fi and 4G LTE) with capacities of 16 GB, 32 GB and 64GB, preorders for the device have also begun.

Also, as previously announced, the device will be powered by an A5X processor with a quad core graphics chip to run the new Retina display screen which has been the talking point of the device so far. [Read more...]

How to Avoid Phishing Scams on Pinterest

Phishing Scams on PinterestWhen it comes to social networking sites, users should be aware of phishing scams appearing. The truth is nothing is safe when they go online. Protection and security should be their priority whenever they hit those keys and mouse. A couple of days ago, we ran a short review about today’s newest social networking sensation – Pinterest.

Pinterest is becoming popular as users get addicted to pinning and sharing photos. However, it was only a matter of time before these phishing scams started to show on this image-based social networking site. Phishing scams on Pinterest are now rampant and users of the different social networking sites should be keen on noticing these phishing scams. [Read more...]

Intel Outs Blazing Xeon E5 Server Processors

Xeon E5 Server Processors

Intel has rolled out its latest server processors – the Xeon E5-2600 series code named Sandy Bridge which promises to increase performance by as much as 80 percent compared to the current line of Xeon 5600 processors. The new processor is going to power servers, workstations and next generation storage and communication systems meant for cloud services. Graham Palmer, Managing Director of Intel for UK and Ireland released the new processor in London and expressed the chipmaker’s ambition to remain at the top spot in the future. [Read more...]

Google to Implement Encrypted Searches Worldwide

encrypted search technology

What is encrypted search technology?

A few days ago, Google said that their encrypted search technology which works for signed users is now expanding internationally. This means less search queries and lesser risks. The secret behind this is SSL or Secure Socket Layer – a default feature that Google has enabled for its search engine.

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Junglee.com: Finally Amazon comes to India

Junglee.comAmazon, the world leader in ecommerce was always expected to come to India at some point and this month finally they have launched their India venture, named Junglee.com. Junglee was originally an ecommerce company started by a bunch of Stanford students in 1996 that was acquired by Amazon in 1998. Now, Amazon is utilizing that brand name to goo effect. [Read more...]

Gadget Roundup: 7 Hottest Gadgets for 2012

7 gadgets you would love to have this year

Latest GadgetsPlenty of hot new gadgets are expected to enter the market this year and impress the gadget loving geeks. From iPad 3 to Nintendo Wii U to Apple’s new TV with Siri support there is much to cheer about. The most anticipated one is the iPad 3 that will further push PCs to obscurity and we could expect that to unleash far more quality competitor devices and more powerful apps that will utilize the upgraded hardware. [Read more...]

Find Out Who Unfriended You on Facebook with Unfriend Finder

Unfriend Finder is a browser extension that allows Facebook users to find out who among your friends have deleted you in their friend’s list. The application appears to be useful, in the sense that, if it’s installed, those who are curious can actually find out who’s been unfriending them all along. It also helps you socially, making you aware when something is wrong in a particular relationship. It can also give you the chance to fix the situation. Developed by Edouard Gatouillat, Unfriend Finder is compatible with Firefox, Internet Explorer, Chrome, Opera and Safari. It installs automatically on Chrome but the folks who use Firefox will have to add-on Greasemonkey before installing it. [Read more...]

Presenting Evi, the Siri Killer

When Siri was first announced last year, jaws dropped at the possibility of finally having a personal digital assistant straight from the iPhone. It was brilliant. In fact, we’re quite amazed at how Apple was able to pull off its marketing stuff once again for the umpteenth time. Simply put, Siri is considered by many, from all walks of life, as an important milestone and discovery in the field of technology. [Read more...]