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Apple Has Great New Plans for Its Touch ID Technology
When the Apple iPhone 5s was first released, it came with an exciting new technology. This was in the form of the Touch ID, a type of fingerprint sensor. Basically, it made tasks such as unlocking the latest models of iPhones and iPads not only a lot easier, but also a lot safer. However, in a recent move, it was made apparent by the Cupertino manufacturer that it has even greater plans for the Touch ID technology.
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3 of the Worst New Technologies of This Year
Back in December 2013, a lot of people were expecting good things to be brought by the year 2014. Some of them were delivered to the satisfaction of consumers, but others were a complete disappointment. While it is true that plenty of new technologies released this year are impressive, the others that got people really excited were failures.
Dish Network Losses Fox News and Fox Business Network; Channel Owner Couldn’t Agree on New Distribution Pact
Another loss from Dish Network as the direct broadcast satellite service provider reportedly lost one of the most popular cable channel - Fox News. Modern Reader reported that both Fox News and Fox Business Network was pulled by Dish Network at 11:50pm ET on Dec. 20.
Back to Chernobyl: Brown Bear Appears in Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
It has been more than a decade since the Chernobyl incident took place. Now, it lies in desolation and has been reduced to ruins. Only authorized individuals with specialized equipment can come in under strict supervision, as the area is still believed to be covered in fatal radiation.
Is Facebook Really Losing Its Popularity? Study Shows Social Media Giant on the Decline
Social media giant Facebook is dubbed to be the most well-known social media network of all time; however, a recent study shows that it may be losing its popularity - to teenagers at least - over Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and other messaging application.
Avon China Unit Pleaded Guilty of Bribing; Agreed to Pay Hefty $135M
Avon Products Inc. violated Foreign Corrupt Practices Act when its Chinese subsidiary bribed local officials to sell products directly to Chinese consumers. The company pleaded guilty and will need to settle a hefty amount of $135 million.
First Virtual Driver’s License Being Pushed in Iowa - Is it Safe?
Driver's license is one of the most important ID to verify one's identification, next to social security number. It would be very nice to have a driver's license without carrying any physical plastic, but, is this safe?
NBC Launches Limited Live-Streaming Service To Compete With HBO And CBS
NBC launched its live-streaming service for desktop and plans to make it available on mobile in 2015.
Amazon News: German Amazon Staff Under Strike
Amazon, despite its significantly high number of successes this year and the years before, is not invincible to problems. A proof of this is the strike that has been called out by a group of employees working for the company's Germany branch, specifically those working for the Amazon Bad Hersfeld fulfillment center.
Uber Criticized For Increased Fare During The Hostage-Taking In Sydney
Uber received tons of criticisms on social media after they increased the fare during the Sydney siege.
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