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Data Sent Between Smartphones and Smartwatches Vulnerable to Hacking
Researchers from security firm Bitdefender have discovered that data sent between smartphones and smartwatches is susceptible to hacking. The transmission of calendar entries, text messages, and biometric data between devices is done via Bluetooth with a six-digit encryption, but are sensitive to a ‘brute force’ attack in which every possible…
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The Sony E-Paper Watch Revealed
Remember that Sony Watch we reported on a few days ago? The one that’s made with ‘e-paper’? Well it has since been revealed. It turns out that it was in the public eye all along, as part of a crowdfunding campaign for a sort of secret part of Sony. The FES…
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New Moto X and Motorola Hint Go On Preorder
As you can imagine, Motorola’s fresh new 2014 mobile products have been flying off online shelves and store-fronts – with the Moto 360 inventory disappearing fast across the US. Good news is on its way however – with Motorola announcing pre-order dates for both its new Moto X handset and…
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Apple Watch Users Can Expect Nightly Charges
One of the biggest omissions from Apple’s press conference was battery life for the company’s upcoming watch – leaving a lot of onlookers and tech journalists wondering if and when the information would be announced. Sources have told Re/code that there was good reason for the omission – Apple simply isn’t happy with the…
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Leaked Images of Sony’s SmartWatch 3 and SmartBand Surface
These grainy images depict Sony’s recent leak of an unannounced product promotion. Pictured above you can see the Sony Smartband, now said to be dubbed the SmartWatch 3, and Sony’s more streamlined SmartBand Talk. 9to5Google previously reported on the SmartWatch’s features: “The SmartWatch 3 will feature a 1.68-inch 320 x 320…
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Another Smartwatch Contender – Samsung Curved Gear S
Rumors have been circulating of Apples apparent plans to release their iWatch on the 9th of September, in conjunction with their iPhone 6. Doing so has thrust smartwatches directly into the limelight. As with many other markets that Apple are involved in, Samsung wants their ‘thumb in the pie’, thus,…
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HTC’s Upcoming Smartwatch Leaked in Newly Uploaded Video
There has been a lot of talks about wearable devices such as smartwatches in the past. Manufacturers announced and even released their first versions since then, having Samsung and LG already revealing their Gear Live, G Watch and even Motorola is not far behind with its Moto 360. Aside from…
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Ritot – A Projection Smartwatch Excels Indiegogo Goals
Smartwatches have been growing in popularity over the last year or so and as more companies join the bandwagon and the technology that they pack increases, it is only a matter of time before something ‘out of the ordinary’ comes about that grabs the attention of the masses. This attention…
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Apple iWatch Will Reportedly Ship With Different Sizes, Customizations
Apple’s iWatch is expected to release later this fall with different screen sizes and designs, anonymous sources told the Wall Street Journal. If true, it makes sense to offer customization for users, opening up product selection to a larger audience of customers. Smartwatch supporters hope Apple is able to innovate…
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iPhone and Android Compatible Windows Smartwatch Rumored to be in Production
Apple, Samsung and other manufacturers to have announced their production of smartwatches may have yet another strong competitor coming at a rapid pace. According to Forbes, Microsoft is attempting to make its way into the wearable market with its own smartwatch gadget and rumours are that it will not be…
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New HTC Desire 8 Images and Specs Leaked, To Start Shipping On the 24th of February
It appears that new images of the upcoming HTC Desire 8 have been leaked, along with more details about the handset’s specification. Also, reports say that the mid-ranged handset will be released next week during or at the Mobile World Congress, while the more expected high-end M8 is said to…
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Google Now Smartwatch Reportedly In The Works
Reports reveal that a Google Now smartwatch may be in the works, however it will not be made by Google. It is said that the Google Now smartwatch is just one of three wearable concepts devised by HTC. In addition to the Google Now concept, HTC is also reportedly working…
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HTC Executive Confirms The Company Is Working On A Wearable Device
It appears that HTC is taking an interest in entering the wearable technology market as well in the near future. This is not surprising, since a lot of manufacturers are looking to make a name for themselves in with wearable devices as well. What is interesting though is the fact…
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iWatch Rumored To Cost Only $299, Rumored To Bring In $17.5 Billion In Just 12 Months
Smartwatches are still in their early days, having the first of their kind hit the market and manufacturers just started looking on how users are appreciating and utilizing the gadgets. Some may not be so awesome as the Galaxy Gear, but others have potential, having Pebble, Toq and other in…
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Pebble’s App Store Is Reported To Launch This Monday
It appears that Pebble officially confirms its app store will be launching tomorrow on iOS devices with the Android version not too far behind. The Pebble app store will integrate with the Pebble smartphone app for iOS and Android devices for searching, browsing and downloading new Pebble apps on the…
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