Archives for October 2015

HP awakens the force to power the Dark Side

October 9, 2015 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

While there are a plethora of definitions, going to the Dark Side for computer users often means switching sides with respect to operating systems. But in a bold move, Hewlett Packard (HP) has taken a page from Hollywood and has truly gone to the “Dark Side”, unveiling its Star Wars Special Editionnotebook in anticipation of Star Wars: “The Force Awakens,” the next instalment of the blockbuster franchise.

Patreon database hack forces password strategy review

October 2, 2015 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

The other day I received an “Important Security Notice” by email from Patreon (above) telling me in so many words that basically, they’ve been hacked. Then, they go on to reassure us that everything is really okay but it might be a good idea as a precaution to update my passwords. And while I appreciate the alert and understand the calmness of the tone of the email as to not alarm us, it’s that what really scared me.

Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog

Filed Under: Canoe Technology, GadgetGreg, In the news, Taking care of business · Tagged With: breach, passwords, security

iRig Keys and iRig Keys PRO go universal

October 1, 2015 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

October 1, 2015 – IK Multimedia announced today that its iRig Keys range of mobile keyboard controllers is going universal, meaning they will be compatible with Lightning-compatible iOS devices and Android devices as well as Mac/PC right out of the box and at the same price as before.

Both the ultra-portable iRig Keys and mobile full-size keyboard iRig Keys PRO controllers will now come with a Micro-USB to OTG cable for Android devices in addition to their Lightning and USB cables. (30-pin cable is still available as an option)

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Filed Under: Android, Announcements, Apps Alive, Audio, GadgetGreg, Press Releases · Tagged With: app, Keyboards, music