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T-Mobile has been hit by another data breach, this time impacting approximately 37 million customers. The wireless carrier said a bad actor obtained basic customer information — such as names, account numbers, and billing addresses — but did not access any sensitive customer information, including government ID numbers or payment card information. According to a […] More
Maria Diaz | ZDNET An Apple AirTag can be useful to help you keep track of your most important items like keys, wallets, remotes, and even bikes. But reports that they were being used to track people without their consent cast a negative shadow on the use and application of them. Also: 5 ways AirTags can simplify […] More
Getty Images Adopting a reliable Virtual Private Network (VPN) is an excellent way to help protect your privacy online and disguise your activities from the companies collecting data on you over multiple websites. ZDNET Recommends However, as with all forms of software, sometimes signing up for a new VPN service or transitioning to a new […] More
Price: $325.00Recommended age: 4-7Features: Screenless learning | Whiteboard top | Fosters creativityI am completely enamored by the idea of Kibo. As an educator in 2022, I consider programming a critical skill for everyone. Nearly anyone can benefit from understanding how to describe steps in a clear and coherent manner. So the idea that Kibo can begin teaching this to very young children is fascinating.Kibo is a kinetic STEM kit. Best of all, it’s a tool for learning that doesn’t require the use of a screen. By combining physical blocks in the right order, kids can instruct Kibo to take action. Kids can also add on capabilities like light, sound, and sensors, all with large, easy-to-attach add-ons. I can see this in use in a kindergarten or nursery school, as well as at home. If you’re considering Kibo, keep in mind two issues. First, it comes in a plain cardboard box with a KIBO label, so if you give this as a gift keep in mind that the gift opening experience might not be as exciting as getting a LEGO. Also, at nearly $300, this is not an inexpensive gift. Still, it could unlock something wonderful in the little ones and set them on a path to master technology later in life. More
Getty Images/Bloomberg If you’ve been following the ongoing Twitter saga, you know that there have been many changes at the company. Just this week, Twitter dropped its API for third party apps, leaving some long-time developers more than a little peeved (warning: link has profanity). One area where there’s been substantial change is with the […] More
Image: Getty Cybersecurity analysts have released a decryptor for BianLian ransomware that could allow victims to retrieve their encrypted files for free — and avoid paying a ransom demand to cyber criminals. BianLian first appeared in August last year, with a series of attacks claiming victims in industries including media, manufacturing, and healthcare. The attacks […] More
Image: Getty Images/Dani Serrano UK consumer advocacy body Which? is calling on big name smart device makers to guarantee security updates for more than just two years. The organization points out that household appliances like washing machines, dishwashers, and TVs are expected to last for a decade, yet many big brands are now offering smart […] More
Flipper Zero running DarkFlipper and running Wi-Fi Marauder Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I’ve talked a lot about the Flipper Zero, the multi-functional cybersecurity tool that slips into your pocket and looks like a toy. For the price, it’s opens up a lot of doors, and can be used as both a serious pentesting tool, and also a […] More
