Category Archives: devices

How to use an Android device as a light box for slides

Posted on 2016-12-25 by guenni

Today a small how to for photographers and enthusiasts in need for a light box to view slides (transparencies) or old photo negatives. Semi professional photographers own a light box (or a light table) to view slides. But you can … Continue reading →

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has sensor problems

Posted on 2016-12-07 by guenni

It seems that the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, a new camera from Canon, has sensor problems which can lead to stripes in images. Here are a few details.

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Android 7.1.1 for Nexus and Pixel; Android 7.0 Nougat for HTC One M9

Posted on 2016-12-06 by guenni

Google has released Android 7.1.1 for supported Nexus and Pixel devices. And HTC has begun the rollout of Android 7.0 (Nougat) for unlocked HTC One M9 devices.

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Android 7 (Nougat) comes to Samsung Galaxy A 2016 Series

Posted on 2016-12-05 by guenni

Galaxy A lineup consists of Galaxy A3, Galaxy A5, Galaxy A7, Galaxy A8, Galaxy A9 and Galaxy A9 Pro and has been shipped with Android 5.1 (Lollipop). According to a report from sammobile.com, Samsung is planning an upgrade to Android … Continue reading →

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Drivers and Firmware for Surface Studio available

Posted on 2016-12-04 by guenni

Users of a Microsoft Surface Studio may download now drivers and firmware from Microsoft's server. The announcement and details has beend mayte within a technet blog post Surface Studio Drivers and Firmware (Initial Release). The download may be found here.

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Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution

[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...

Blu will change Software on cheap chinese phones

Posted on 2016-12-04 by guenni

Last month security firm Kryptowire discovered some "telemetry" functions within Android ROMs, provided by chinese firm  Adups, shipped on cheap china phones ($50), shipped by Miami based vendor Blu. The phone was sending data to a server in China. Blu … Continue reading →

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Multiple vulnerabilities in Android AirDroid app

Posted on 2016-12-02 by guenni

AirDroid is a popular Android app used by over 50 million users to remote access devices. But security researchers from Zimperium found multiple vulnerabilities and recommend uninstalling this app.

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German eco warns: Smart Home systems are not safe

Posted on 2016-11-24 by guenni

[German]The Internet of Things (IoT) enables you to set up a smart home in which you can remotely control your door locks, lights, thermostats, and many other things via Internet, using your smartphone and an app. But is this environment … Continue reading →

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HP: New printer firmware re-enables refill ink cartridges

Posted on 2016-10-13 by guenni

[German]After a shit storm HP has released a new firmware update for its Office Jet printer, that re-enables third party refill ink cartriges.

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Google introduces Pixel phones and more devices

Posted on 2016-10-05 by guenni

Yesterday Google has announced several new products at a press event. Two new Pixel smartphones, a VR head set, Google Home smart speakers, 4K Chromecast Ultra and Google WiFi. Here is a short overview.

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