Windows 7 Battery Problems Could Slow Migration by Notebook Users
February 3, 2010 – For many users, the migration from Windows Vista to Windows 7, immediately upon its release, was a no-brainer. Why? In addition to improvements in OS stability and security, from Windows Vista to Windows 7, the possibility of increasing battery life for notebooks was welcomed with open arms. Unfortunately, it seems that this last potential benefit may now be in doubt, if widespread reports of severely reduced battery life are true. Complaints include the diminishing of battery performance from 6-8 hours to 40 minutes. Other state notebooks enter into premature sleep mode, with 40% of the battery power remaining.
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iPhone 3.1.3 Firmware Update Released but Jailbreakers Should Beware
February 3, 2010 – Yesterday Apple released firmware update 3.1.3 for the iPhone. Unlike software updates, which usually add some sort of new or updated functionality, firmware updates are normally released by vendors to make their operating systems more stable or secure. Included in this update are reportedly minor fixes that include improving the accuracy of the 3GS battery meter, resolving problems in which third-party Apps refused to launch, and solving an App crashing issue for users of the Japanese Kana keyboard.
As usual the update will report itself as being available when Apple Software Update runs. For most users, its click and install. For those with Jailbroken iPhones, though, it’s important to remember to wait to update, until a new version of your jailbreak tool of choice is tested and released. So, when it asks you if you want to update, for now, say No! If not, you could end up with a really expensive paperweight.
Geek Shui Living on MWD: Google Offers Reward for the Identification of Chromium Security Bugs
February 2, 2010 – In a bit of news that seems to have slipped under the radar, the Google Chrome Security Team announced, via The Chromium Blog, that an incentive program has been established to solicit and encourage the assistance of external researchers in the continuous improvement of the Google Chromium browser. What is the goal? They hope to identify potential security problems that may exist in current versions of the company’s flagship browser, known as Chromium, and correct them for future releases. According to Chris Evans, of Google Chrome Security, a number of previously fixed bugs have been identified and submitted by third-parties. In the January 28, 2010 post, Evans writes, “Thanks to the collaborative efforts of these people and others, Chromium security is stronger and our users are safer.”
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