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Google Chrome 46 to include Mac-specific changes, reduce memory consumption, boost performance

If the current builds of the Chrome web browser have been driving you mildly nuts, Google might have some fixes on the way. A test build of Google’s forthcoming Chrome 46 makes substantial improvements to the performance of the Web browser on the Mac. The build appears to halve Chrome’s memory consumption, and make formely […]

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Google Translate app update, now supports 27 languages

A nifty thing just got a hefty upgrade. The Google Translate app, which previously allowed you to visually translate printed text in seven languages, has now been updated to 20 more languages, for a total of 27. The app also allows for real-time voice translations with greater fluidity. The app now supports English, French, German, […]

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Apple begins labeling Apple Maps camera vans in US, UK

The good news is that Apple is now labeling the camera-laden SUVs that may or may not be taking a picture of your house. Weeks after confirming the existence of the vans, the minivans now sport a simple “Apple Maps” decal along the rear quarter panels, with the address of Apple’s Maps microsite below. Both […]

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iOS News security Software

Research team finds major zero-day security flaws in both iOS, OS X operating systems

Well, this is a bit awkward. A group of researchers from Indiana University and the Georgia Institute of Technology have stated that security holes in both iOS and OS X allow a malicious app to steal passwords from Appleā€™s Keychain, as well as both Apple and third-party apps. The claims appear to have been confirmed […]

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Google Slides app for iOS, Android updated, content can now be shared via Chromecast

This could be useful. Google on Friday updated Google Slides for Android and iOS with streaming support via Chromecast and AirPlay to your TV. The update allows you to wirelessly share Google Slides content to the big screen. To do so, all you need is a smartphone or tablet with the Slides app.