While high-profile spending on infrastructure and startups tends to dominate the headlines, a number of efforts designed to build IT skills and capacity are also underway, with coding being one area seeing considerable investment. According to Salim Abid, Google’s regional lead of developer ecosystem in MENA, Google trained more than 700,000 developers across MENA in 2021, 35% of whom were women. Participants were trained by Googlers and Google Developer Experts; local experts that joined events organised by Google Developer Groups, Women Techmakers communities, Google Developers Students clubs and other local organisations....

While Android 5.1 factory images are already available for older Nexus devices, Google’s new Nexus 6 is still waiting to receive the update over-the-air. But according to a Sprint support page, the device will receive the latest Lollipop firmware today. Sprint’s update page for the Nexus 6 clearly states a March 11 release date for Android 5.1, which has build number “LMY47D.” The carrier also lists a number of changes and improvements, including: Android 5....

These entertaining programs each perform helpful or fun functions, like revealing your bank account balance, sending messages back home or even helping you find a date. Learn to navigate the world of online dating and stay safe while looking for love. Tap or click here to download Kim’s eBook, “Seven Steps to Online Dating Success.” There’s a good chance you have too many apps on your Android smartphone. Don’t feel bad — we’re all guilty of downloading apps that sound cool at first but then we rarely use them....

By incorporating a system known as Host Card Emulation (HCE), KitKat lets apps mimic NFC-enabled credit cards, loyalty cards, even transit passes. th one of these apps installed, you can use your phone with compatible NFC readers just like you would a physical plastic card. Finding a working NFC card reader might prove to be a challenge, but there’s just something utterly futuristic about paying with your phone. If you have an app that supports it, KitKat includes a Tap & y option that streamlines the payment process....

The Alcatel 1x features a 5.34-inch 18:9 aspect ratio display set at a resolution of 480×960 pixels. The device is powered by an Octa-core MediaTek MT6739 SoC coupled with 1GB of RAM. On the storage front, the Alcatel 1x offers 16GB of internal memory that is further expandable via a microSD card slot. Camera options on the Alcatel 1x include a 13-Megapixel primary/rear camera and an 8-Megapixel selfie/front facing camera with autofocus and flash....

I am not going to write an article on the legendary Batman, but something very different. Neither is this article related to any gadgets that are used by Bruce Wayne in the famous movies. What is it then? Sorry for being a spoilsport, but the B.A.T.M.A.N we are talking about is a routing protocol. Let us get into the details of this routing protocol. According to the website, http://www.open-mesh.org, B....

That could happen if you buy counterfeit printer ink. It’s a huge market that adds up to about $3.5 billion in market value, according to the Imaging Supplies Coalition. Fake goods are a huge issue, from counterfeit ink and toner supplies all the way to fake toys and electronics. Tap or click here for fakes you’ll come across when Christmas shopping. If you plan to pick up any office supplies this holiday season, watch out....

Even as the world gradually reopens for face-to-face business meetings and kids go back to the classroom, video conferencing tools have proven their worth. That’s especially true for freelancers, small businesses, and informal work alliances. If you’re in that category, you don’t have a corporate budget to pay monthly per-user fees for a service that everyone in the company can use, nor do you have full-time support staff to deploy and manage the service....

Here’s a summary of our top picks for the best internet service provider in Kansas: How we found the best internet provider in Kansas Intro sentence explaining that there were a few key features we looked for: The one category that Comcast Xfinity really lags behind in is the cost of service; customers find that the pricing is a bit high for the service provided. Ultimately, it’s up to you as to whether excellent customer service is worth paying a bit more each month....

Other major security studies raise further alarm: According to a new study from Google, most phishing victims are unaware their accounts are at risk — up to 25% continue to use their credentials following a breach. It’s clear the phishing threat is here to stay and that many users are not prepared to fight this growing vulnerability. Fortunately, SecurityIQ’s new Phishy Domains feature can prepare your team for even the trickiest of attacks....

According to the Korean site ET News, both Samsung and LG will have devices out on the market by the end of this year that use flexible screen technology. Now before you get too excited, note that “flexible” in this case means screens that are bent on a single plane, then likely fixed in one position. Put another way, don’t expect to see a phone with a screen that can roll up like an Egyptian scroll....

The phenomenon is known as “pandemic fatigue,” and nearly everyone can agree that the interruptions to our way of life have gotten old by now. Some states are now trying to help you avoid being exposed to people who have the virus. Tap or click here to see if your state has an exposure notification app. With Christmas and the holiday season upon us, many families wonder if it’s safe to gather despite the pandemic....

Even companies like OnePlus have released non-compliant USB Type-C cables that did not work properly with other devices having a USB Type-C port. A non-compliant USB Type-C cable can potentially lead to serious issues, including completely destroying your smartphone or tablet, as a Google engineer Benson Leung found out. USB Type-C is soon going to become a commonplace in smartphones. Google already switched to the connector last year with the Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X and the Chromebook Pixel, and LG and HTC are following suit by using a USB Type-C connector on their flagship devices of 2016....

llipop was nice all, but it’s about time you get the newest version of ’s operating system. As for other updates, it was a good week for those with phones from startups: the Nextbit Robin Oneus 2. Each week, we compile all the major software updates to hit the Android ecosystem, including phones tablets on U.S. carriers, unlocked phones, Android ar smartwatches, Android TV devices. Making sure your device is running the latest available software is a good housekeeping practice, ensuring you have the latest features with fewer bugs gaping security holes....

The first smartphone showcased from the Android One program is made by MicroMax, bringing with it Dual-SIM card slots, a 4.5-inch display, SD card slot, FM radio. Best of all, this particular smartphone will run less than $100. Initially launching in India, the initiative has partnered with MicroMax, Sprice, Karbonn for the first devices. chai added that is working with the carriers to make affordable connectivity packages. Android One may have been inspired by recent efforts of Motorola’s Moto G for emerging markets, but chai called it an effort to reach “the next billion people”—past the one billion Android users already online worldwide....

According to ANU, AQN uses quantum technology to generate true random numbers at high speed and in real-time by measuring the quantum fluctuations of the vacuum. “Quantum physics practically provides an infinite source of truly random numbers. These quantum random numbers are guaranteed by the laws of physics to be unpredictable and unbiased,” AQN team leader Professor Ping Koy Lam said. “This technology relies on the detection of vacuum. Vacuum is not a region of space that is completely empty and devoid of energy....

But if you already know how awesome Google Now is, – and if you have an Android phone with Jelly Bean then you should now – then you understand the excitement behind bringing Google Now to other OS platforms. Google Now is the awesome feature that shows you search results without you having to look for them. Sure, this brings up again the issue of tracking and privacy, but if we believe Google abides by its motto (don’t be evil), this shouldn’t harm us that much....

The macOS Catalina (10.15) introduces three new apps to get rid of the iTunes app and simplify the way users discover and consume their favorite music, TV shows, movies, and podcasts. The Apple Music app will come with over 50 million songs, playlists, and music videos and allow users to have access to their entire music library, either downloaded, purchased, or ripped from a CD. Whereas, the Apple TV app, on the other hand, will bring along Apple TV channels, personalized recommendations, and over 100,000 iTunes movies and TV shows to browse, buy, or rent....

The Developer Beta Preview of iOS 11 is now available and it will be available for all this fall probably around the same time that Apple announces the upcoming iPhone. Here we are going to share few iOS 11 features announced at Apple WWDC 2017. Lets’ have a look: Turning iPad into a Laptop: Well, the new iPad Pro 10.5 will have the potential to replace the laptop for some people in some instances....

Apple Just Unveiled Its New Extraordinary Apple Card It seems that offering Apple Pay is no longer enough, hence, the CEO of the tech giant Apple, Tim Cook, and his company, of course, Apple recently announced a credit card conveniently known as the Apple Card. This new creation, of course, Apple Card promises very attractive benefits. The card has no annuity charge and offers an interesting cashback program. The new Apple card is built into the Apple Wallet of the iPhone and obviously works seamlessly with Apple Pay....