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  • The Dangers of VoIP Fraud [Sponsored post]

    The Dangers of VoIP Fraud [Sponsored post]

    VoIP Service: A Cost-Effective Replacement for Traditional Telephony

    As the VoIP industry has grown in both importance and economic potential, unfortunately this has also resulted in fraud incidents becoming more frequent and damaging. As such, fraud is a very expensive problem for the industry and needs to be combatted. Consequently, many anti-fraud websites and networks have been established to report fraud and to warn others against rogue operators.

    VoIP forums and social networks like LinkedIn are flooded with topics from users devoted to companies accused of non-payment and other fraudulent activity. However, not all of these media are moderated and sometimes the information cannot be verified. Suffice it to say, some of these claims can be very doubtful.

    For this very delicate situation, reputable resources with verified information are needed. Lots of companies use VoIPfraud.net to publish and check information about fraudsters and nonpayers. The website, 9 years old and with thousands of registered users, is devoted to fraudulent schemes and companies operating in the VoIP sector.

    Just like on the forums and social networks, users can publish information about fraudulent organizations they have had the misfortune to deal with. However, what makes voipfraud.net different is that each claim is checked and needs to be verified by an administrator before publishing. Only after the administrator has contacted the accused company to check the information can the warning appear on the website.

    Learn more at www.voipfraud.net.

  • Speedflow Announces MediaCore Mobile Web-interface

    Speedflow Announces MediaCore Mobile Web-interface

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    Speedflow, a telecom services provider and VoIP software developer with long-term industry experience, announced the release of a new version of its MediaCore Solution, which includes new “exciting and innovative” options adapted to all devices and applications.

    According to Speedflow, this is just one of many steps the company has taken to “keep up with modern technological trends” and to make MediaCore more user-friendly. Compatible with both smartphones and tablets, these features are available for current clients with the latest MediaСore version.

    The Mobile Web enables Speedflow customers to stay in touch with their business flow while on the move. Users can check financial performance on-the-go and make instant adjustment to the settings. 

    The web interface has been made compatible with all device resolutions, so access from mobile and desktop will use the same login information.

    It will be possible to see MediaСore in action throughout the autumn at international exhibitions and conferences. You can find more details on the company website. 

  • Apple and IBM partner to bring a ‘new class’ of business iPhone and iPad apps to enterprise

    Apple and IBM partner to bring a ‘new class’ of business iPhone and iPad apps to enterprise

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    Apple and IBM announced yesterday an exclusive partnership to transform enterprise mobility through a ‘new class’ of business apps – MobileFirst for iOS that will bring IBM’s big data and analytics capabilities to iPhone and iPad.

    The partnership aims to ‘address key industry mobility challenges’ by creating:

    • a new class of more than 100 industry-specific enterprise solutions including native apps, developed exclusively from the ground up, for iPhone and iPad;
    • unique IBM cloud services optimized for iOS, including device management, security, analytics and mobile integration;
    • new AppleCare® service and support offering tailored to the needs of the enterprise;  and
    • new packaged offerings from IBM for device activation, supply and management.

    As part of the agreement, IBM will also sell iPhones and iPads with the industry-specific solutions to business clients worldwide.

    Specifically, the two companies are working together to deliver the following elements of enterprise mobile solutions:

    – Mobile solutions that transform business: The companies will collaborate to build IBM MobileFirst for iOS Solutions—a new class of “made-for-business apps” targeting specific industry issues or opportunities in retail, healthcare, banking, travel and transportation, telecommunications and insurance, among others, that will become available starting this fall and into 2015.

    – Mobile platform: The IBM MobileFirst Platform for iOS will deliver the services required for an end-to-end enterprise capability, from analytics, workflow and cloud storage, to fleet-scale device management, security and integration.

    – Mobile service and support: AppleCare for Enterprise will provide IT departments and end users with 24/7 assistance from Apple’s customer support group, with on-site service delivered by IBM.

    – Packaged service offerings: IBM is introducing IBM MobileFirst Supply and Management for device supply, activation and management services for iPhone and iPad, with leasing options.

  • Live HD streaming of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from NY promises to be a spectacular show

    Live HD streaming of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from NY promises to be a spectacular show

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    This year, the 38th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks returns to the East River and lights up the night from one of New York’s most famous landmarks—the Brooklyn Bridge! You can watch it live on NBC at 8 pm EST!

    The event’s performers includes Enrique Iglesias, Zac Brown Band, country music superstars Hunter Hayes and Miranda Lambert, as well as chart-toppers Ariana Grande and Lionel Richie.

    The two-hour special is hosted by Nick Cannon of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.”

    Since 1976, Macy’s Fireworks have grown in scale and artistry as they burst to life over many of New York City’s waterways and neighbourhoods. Incorporating landmarks and milestones is a Macy’s Fireworks signature.

    Macy’s last showcased the Brooklyn Bridge in its fireworks spectacle in 1995. This year’s creative presentation of the bridge’s renowned architecture will reach new heights of imagination during the 25-minute display.

    The telecast is a production of Universal Television in association with Macy’s. It is produced by Brad Lachman Productions, with Lachman serving as executive producer. Bill Bracken is producer.

    The event will air Friday, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) with an encore presentation at 10 p.m. highlighting the second hour of the special.

    You can watch the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks live here.

  • Apple Announces iOS 8, “the Biggest Release Since the Launch of the App Store”

    Apple Announces iOS 8, “the Biggest Release Since the Launch of the App Store”

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    During today’s WWDC keynote Apple unveiled iOS 8, with tons of new features and developers tools. iOS 8 delivers a simpler and more intuitive user experience, including iCloud Photo Library, allowing users to enjoy their photos and videos more easily across their devices; new Messages features to easily share voice, video or photos; and an entirely new Health app that gives users an overview of their health and fitness data all in one place.

    iOS 8 also includes predictive typing for Apple’s QuickType keyboard, Family Sharing to share purchases, photos and calendars within the same household, and iCloud Drive, so users can store files and access them from anywhere.

    In iOS 8, the Photos app can automatically straighten horizons and with smart editing tools, users can quickly adjust light and color or access individual tools for deeper fine-tuning. With iCloud Photo Library, every adjustment and effect is automatically updated across user’s devices.

    The new Health app gathers the information users choose from various health apps and fitness devices, and provides users with a clear and current overview in one place. iOS 8 offers developers the ability for health and fitness apps to communicate with each other. With user’s permission, each app can use specific information from other apps to provide a more comprehensive way to manage user’s health and fitness.

    iOS 8 introduces Family Sharing, making it easier to communicate and share purchases, photos and calendars within the same household. Family members can browse and download each other’s iTunes, iBooks or App Store purchases. Up to six members can participate, each with their own Apple ID. Parents can create Apple IDs for children, which includes Ask to Buy, requiring parental permission for purchases.

    With iCloud Drive, documents of any type can be stored, accessed and edited across your devices. When a user makes edits on one device, the most up-to-date version of the documents will be available across all devices, whether an iOS device, Mac, Windows PC or on www.icloud.com. iCloud Drive provides seamless access and the ability to work on the same file across multiple apps.

    Additional iOS 8 features include:

    • design enhancements that build off the stunning interface of iOS 7, bringing interactive notifications, quick access to key contacts, the ability to quickly switch back and forth between the inbox and drafts in Mail, as well as intelligent suggestions;
    • extended Spotlight® capabilities that give you results beyond what’s on your device, including articles from Wikipedia, findings from the news and results from places nearby; and
    • greater continuity between iPhone®, iPad® and Mac, including Handoff to start an activity on one device and finish on another, along with Instant Hotspot and the ability to make and receive calls and send SMS and MMS messages from your Mac or iPad.

    The iOS 8 beta software and SDK are available immediately for iOS Developer Program members. iOS 8 will be available this fall as a free software update for iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPod touch 5th generation, iPad 2, iPad with Retina display, iPad Air, iPad mini and iPad mini with Retina display.

  • Slingshot For Android Now Available For Free on Google Play

    Slingshot For Android Now Available For Free on Google Play

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    Squirrels     has released an Android version of Slingshot, a service-based application allowing cross-platform screen and file sharing.

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  • Dell and Dropbox Partner on a Business Cloud Storage Push


    Hardware giant Dell has formed a partnership with cloud storage provider Dropbox to sell the business focused cloud storage product through its sales network. The deal aims at helping businesses "meet today’s employee’s expectations for cloud based services."

    Dell will bundle Dropbox’s corporate offering, Dropbox for business with its data protection cloud proposition. According to the company, the move will ensure that the IT Company meets regulatory requirements and also maintain control over sharing.

    Brett Hansen, the executive director of end user computing software at Dell noted that Dropbox was one of the fastest growing, most innovative and most popular solution of its kind. He further noted that through the Dell global ales team, both companies can help organizations of different sizes protect data while embracing consumerisation of IT.

    Global vice president of partnerships at Dropbox, Marc Leibowitz added that Dropbox has always focused in providing a simple and elegant way of accessing their most important stuff. He also noted that Dell offers scalable, innovative and back-end expertise that help to empower IT administrators as well as the end users. The shared values of manageability, simplicity and security make Dell an ideal strategic partner.

    Dell and Dropbox indicated that they will be announcing the developments across Dell’s commercial and consumer client platforms in the coming months. However, they did not expound on when the changes are likely to appear.

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  • LG releases 105-inch Curved 4K ULTRA HD TV – Model 105UB9


    LG is working hard towards being the leader in the smart-TV industry by creating a good number of impressive TVs. The company has released 105-inch corved 4K ULTRA HD TV: model 105UB9. 

    The 105” U-HD TV is LG’s first 100+ inch curved TV and the company plans to follow this up with 49”, 55” and 65” versions. This is another notable achievement after the company initiated the introduction of curved OLED TV screens.

    LG indicated that it would be releasing 68 new models in its 2014 releases, with 49” televisions leading the pack.

    The new smart TVs runs on the webOS Smart TV platform bought from Hewlett-Packard. LG had modified the OS after the purchase and brought it back as its own for its smart TVs.

    Over 70% of LG’s smart TVs will be running on the new operating system in 2014. Early January saw its presentation at CES.

    Its user friendliness is a feature that makes it stand out among other similar operating systems. The feature allows users to carry out tasks like content searching and connecting to other smart devices very easily.

    According to the President and CEO of LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company, the company is looking forward to making great strides in the smart TV market. Its webOS smart TV platform, ULTRA IPS, CINEMA 3D display technologies will play a significant role in placing LG on the ‘to watch’ list this year.

    LG's Ultra HD Engine Pro, which has a 3840 x 2160 resolution processing power, is responsible for its 4K quality.

    LG and Harman Kardon are working together to improve its sound system.

  • Squirrels Releases Slingshot, an iOS, Mac and Windows Screen and File Sharing App


    Squirrels, the maker of popular Reflector and AirParrot apps, has today launched Slingshot, a service-based application allowing iOS, Mac and Windows screen and file sharing. 

    Claimed to be “the first application that allows screen sharing from a mobile device while meeting with others online”, Slingshot lets you share your iOS, Mac or Windows screen with anyone in a Slingshot session – regardless of the device they are using (Android is supported too).

    The service also includes online collaboration and meeting tools. Meeting Minutes allows anyone in a session to take collaborative notes in real time, and instant file sharing shares files with everyone in a session. Users files appear instantly in the meeting for others to review and download.

    Slingshot also includes face-to-face chat with up to five streaming webcams in a session.

    The service is available free for 30 days. The individual plan allows one-on-one collaboration and screen sharing for $9.99 USD. Other plans are available that allow more users, more webcam feeds, dial-in access and more concurrent sessions.

    The developer offers special pricing and plans for corporations and larger groups with “unique needs.”

    Find out more about Slingshot in the original article posted on What’s on iPhone.

  • Sony Introduces Flagship W950B BRAVIA Series


    This year alone Sony has released a series of separate 4K TVs, keeping other companies on their toes. However, what has got people talking is their flagship product, the Sony BRAVIA W950B series, a direct successor to the W900A released last year. The W950B series packs a high performance and comes in two models: the 55inch and 65 inch displays. It features a full HD 3D imagery, smart TV platform and it is loaded with apps.

    If you’re looking for high end TV with top notch quality that maintains the current relevant content landscape the W950B would be more than a good fit, it could very well be your perfect fit. Sony has out done themselves with the BRAVIA W950B which packs an impressively high performance without sacrificing beauty. Incorporating a stylish wedge design which is thick at the bottom and tip resistant, this is a modern look and is enjoyed by most people.

    It packs an impressive long duct speaker and a stunning display characterized with rich color details and is bound to give you an immersive home experience. It has state-of-the-art-features incorporating a triluminos display (technology that allows for greater color tones and texture on the screen), X-tended dynamic range (technology that increases range of brightness and light output), social viewing and a long duct speaker. All these give you that unique realism, vivid scenes rich in color, a clear full-range sound, and the fun of sharing.

    It also comes with an array of ports including the HDMI port, USB 2.0, an Ethernet connection, digital and analog audio output(s), and a lot more. Other features include; BRAVIA sync, USB play, quick start,a built in webcam which is Skype ready, Wi-Fi connectivity, Facebook and Twitter. Sony has also added a second remote; it has a touch pad that responds to touch and drag gestures similar to a laptop. It’s on screen menu buttons are well refined and reduced.

    Out of the box, the W950B is well calibrated and there will be no need for further calibration. Sony’s user experience is not perfect, but newcomers may be overwhelmed by the picture quality. It is a solid performer that works right from the box.

    Cost

    It will set you back $1999 for the 55 inch with the price of the 65 inch not yet available. It’s a beautiful TV, with an astonishing great performance, a pair of 3D glasses, an attractive stylish modern look, smarty features, and all around great quality.