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BlackBerry hired Kokes in mid-2014 to lead its patent monetization strategy, as the Canadian handset maker turned software company looked to turn a trove of foundational technology patents collected in its heyday into hard cash to help augment its shrunken revenue.

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BlackBerry's patent strategy head exits, joins health tech firm

Kokes is the second senior executive to move from BlackBerry to NantWorks this year after company's president for...

3 Oct 2017 10:00 AM IST

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Android wear beta launched: What's new

In this update, users can choose the types of notifications they receive via an app through notification channels.

3 Oct 2017 9:01 AM IST

Tech giants Apple and Amazon, too, have moved to limit their customers access to VPNs in China in what has been seen as a voluntary move to get ahead of the impending crackdown. (Photo: AFP)

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Apple faces down Qualcomm, Ericsson over EU patent fees

Regulators ponder whether a fridge maker should pay a different rate for patents than a carmaker, or whether a fixed...

3 Oct 2017 8:46 AM IST

$The Electronic Communications Privacy Act compels companies to divulge data stored in \third-party computers,\ such as Microsofts Cloud, and keep the move secret. (Photo: AP)$ Technology

Microsoft to end Groove streaming service; offers Spotify migration

The Groove Music app will no longer offer the option to stream, purchase, and download music after Dec. 31, the company...

3 Oct 2017 8:06 AM IST

The European Commission launched an initial investigation into Google in 2010. (Photo: AFP)

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Google relaxes rules on free news stories, plans subscription tools

Google's first click free policy ensures that non-subscribers won't be stifled by paywalls when they click on articles...

3 Oct 2017 7:58 AM IST

The gunfire reports emanated from the Mandalay Bay Casino on the Las Vegas famous strip. (Photo: AFP)

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False news of the Vegas attack spread on Google, Facebook

Erroneous posts on both Google and Facebook falsely identified the shooter as an apparently uninvolved person.

3 Oct 2017 7:42 AM IST

Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg again rejected the idea that the social network affected the US presidential election. (Photo:AP)

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Facebook says 10 million US users saw Russia-linked ads

The ads have sparked anger towards Facebook and, within the US, towards Russia since Facebook disclosed their existence...

3 Oct 2017 7:35 AM IST

To limit who can comment on a users images, the user will have to select the Options menu within the Instagram app and then scroll down to Settings.

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New Instagram feature to help curb online abuse

The updated app will give users the power to curate comments and will also provide resources to improve mental health.

3 Oct 2017 12:10 AM IST

Google is stepping up efforts to filter out annoying online ads as part of an effort to improve the browsing experience. (photo: AFP)

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Google's physical two-factor authentication to revolutionise account...

Google's new security authentication will involve hardware for added protection.

2 Oct 2017 7:42 PM IST

Facebooks facial recognition will work only when someone has been locked out of his/her account. (Representative Image: Apple)

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Now Facebook will scan your face for logging in

Leaks suggest that Facebook is testing facial recognition for logging into accounts in case you forget your password.

2 Oct 2017 6:21 PM IST

Its biggest highlights are its lightweight form factor and an eager performance.

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Ideapad 520S review: Lenovo's ultrabook without an ultra price tag'

The Ideapad 520S is a great option for those looking for a lightweight, yet powerful everyday laptop.

2 Oct 2017 5:27 PM IST

The ReTV X1 is a tiny smart media player that fits itself within a small formfactor the size of a regular stack of table coasters.

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ReTV X1 review: The magic box for all your media on TV

Media players have been here for a while, but Android TV players are still to set their mark.

2 Oct 2017 3:28 PM IST