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Random Tech Stuff for the geek in you

Android malware pandemic by year’s end

Interesting news article from Cnet. I guess this risk is bound to happen to any open environment.
Maybe instead of an approval system for apps we could instead have a developer registration program, this way you know at which door to knock if there is problem.

Security firm: Android malware pandemic by year’s end
Trend Micro warns that cyberattacks and malicious apps targeting Android smartphones are higher than previously expected.
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New toy

Just got an android phone just for the fun of it, I got a cheap Samsung Galaxy 550.

I mainly use my Ipad and will still do so, but I thought it could be interesting to see what is on the other side after all theses years of using apple’s product.

So far I am impressed with what this little 98$ phone gives. Android itself is o.k. but it is no ios. I think it is easier to work with an iPhone/iPad, you can still get a lot done if not more with Android, but you will need to be a geek to do so.

Will keep you updated on how is life with this.

Telus want you to use your unlocked phone with them

I was cheking for new products and rates on thiers site and found this :

Telus’ Sim Card

This is a great move from Telus, being open to unlocked phone will certainly help to kick innovation in this sector in Canada. Now it will be interesting to see if others player in Canada will follow.

From good to bad!

Originally it was thought it could give you brain cancer, now it might protect your from Alzheimer’s.

this is according to a study published by Gary Arendash, a research professor with the Florida Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.

Check this article : Could Your Cell Phone Help Shield You From Alzheimer’s?