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Apple hires ARM chip designer Mike Filippo, takes another step from Intel CPU reliance

In what could definitely be considered a significant step in its transition form Intel to ARM processors, Apple has hired one of ARM Holding’s Inc.’s top chip engineers. This, in turn, could allow for Apple to create its own new hardware, including devices, new Macs, and a possible headset. Apple has hired Mike Filippo as […]

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USB Implementers Forum seeks to add cryptography standard to help authenticate, secure USB-C devices

In as much as USB-C might drive you nuts in terms of having to hunt down assorted USB adapters, you’re going to like this. An upgrade to the USB-C standard allows cryptography to be used to authenticate connected devices. It will ensure that devices are properly certified, but can also be used to enhance security […]

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Apple Watch ECG feature requires local regulatory approval before arriving in Canadian marketplace

If you’re north of the border, you might have to wait for some time for the ECG feature of the Apple Watch Series 4 to come your way. In response to a query on Twitter asking if the approval process has commenced to allow the ECG function to work, government agency Health Canada advised it […]

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Users can now take ECG readings via Apple Watch Series 4 units following watchOS 5.1.2 update

When the Apple Watch Series 4 shipped, its electrocardiogram (ECG) features were still in development. With the just-released watchOS 5.1.2 update, Apple has finally added its much-anticipated ECG app. While users have already been able to get notifications about irregular heart rhythms, the ECG will take things a step further. To take an ECG, you […]

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FCC approves exemption from EU’s European Commission, allows for U.S. satellites to receive European GPS data for the first time

You can’t say no to additional GPS data. As of last week, U.S.-based iOS devices, as well as other devices, will be able to receive European Galileo satellite navigation data for the first time, thanks to an order from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission. Smartphone makers have, until now, been legally required to block US […]