By Mikey Campbell Friday, May 24, 2019, 04:35 pm PT (07:35 pm ET) Apple on Friday confirmed plans to activate Apple Watch Series 4's ECG feature for users in Canada after receiving approval from the country's regulatory body, though the company failed to disclose a specific timeline for launch. The ECG app's upcoming arrival in the Great White North was confirmed by Apple in a statement issued to The Canadian Press. An Apple spokeswoman said the company is working to bring Apple Watch Series 4 heart health functionality to Canada "as quickly as possible," but failed to detail when, exactly, that would occur. Confirmation arrives three days after Health Canada granted Apple a pair of licenses for ECG-related Apple Watch functions. Specifically, the company was issued license numbers 102864 and 102866 relating to an "ECG App" and "Irregular Rhythm Notification Feature," respectively. While the ECG app is restricted to Series 4 hardware, irregular heart rhythm notifications can be … [Read more...] about Apple confirms Apple Watch ECG function to roll out in Canada
Security Gap Leaves 885 Million Mortgage Documents Exposed
Sections SEARCH Skip to content Skip to site index Technology Subscribe Log In Log In Today’s Paper Technology | Security Gap Leaves 885 Million Mortgage Documents Exposed Advertisement Supported by ByNicole Perlroth and Stacy Cowley May 24, 2019 SAN FRANCISCO — First American Financial Corporation, a provider of title insurance, said Friday that it had fixed a vulnerability in its website that exposed 885 million records related to mortgage deals going back 16 years. The vulnerability would have allowed anyone to gain access to Social Security numbers, bank account details, drivers license and mortgage and tax records. The security failure was first reported by Brian Krebs, the cybersecurity writer who last year reported a flaw in the way Facebook was storing hundreds of millions of user passwords. First American, based in Santa Ana, Calif., said in a statement Friday afternoon that it addressed … [Read more...] about Security Gap Leaves 885 Million Mortgage Documents Exposed
OnePlus 7 Pro camera upgrades are reportedly coming
The OnePlus 7 Pro is getting a couple of improvements to its camera system, according to a report.HDR and Nightscape mode will both be improved in an update, TechRader said, citing a OnePlus staffer.Other changes will also make "photos look substantially better," TechRadar quoted the source as saying.The OnePlus 7 Pro, which CNET has reviewed as being the best Android phone value of 2019, already has a substantial camera system with 48-megapixel standard, 8MP telephoto, and 16MP ultra wide-angle cameras on its rear. The phone has 3x telephoto zoom and 10x digital zoom.It also has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera embedded in the top, which pops out of the handset.OnePlus didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.Read: OnePlus 7 Pro: 9 tips and tricks you need to know … [Read more...] about OnePlus 7 Pro camera upgrades are reportedly coming
CNCing An X-Acto Knife Holder
X-acto knives are popular as the scalpel of the craft world. Obviously, holders for the blades are available off-the-shelf, but you needn’t settle for store bought. [Ariel Yahni] set about making an X-acto handle of their own, and it shows just how quick and easy making your own tools can be. The blades are first measured to determine the appropriate dimensions for the holder. With this done, the basic shape of the handle is drawn up in CAD software using simple primitive shapes and lines. Then it’s just a simple matter of jigging up a piece of aluminium stock in the CNC machine, and letting it do its thing. The final result needs minimal finishing – primarily just an inspection of the parts, minor deburring and the drilling and tapping of the mount holes. With a couple of socket head cap screws and an X-acto blade installed, it’s ready for work. We see a lot of interesting tool builds around these parts. You might consider making your own ultrasonic cutter if … [Read more...] about CNCing An X-Acto Knife Holder
EastEnders reveals Dean Gaffney’s return date
EastEnders favourite Robbie Jackson is set for an explosive return in the next few weeks - and he won't be coming back alone. Dean Gaffney's popular character has not been seen on screen since he flew out to India to see his son at the start of the year. Robbie got on a last-minute flight out of the country after Stuart Highway generously stumped up the cash for a ticket. EastEnders have revealed on their website that Robbie will finally be returning to Albert Square in just under two weeks. In the episode synopsis for Monday June 3, it reads: "Kat drops a bombshell leaving Stacey furious. Robbie returns to the Square but he’s not alone. Tensions simmer between Phil and Louise." Actor Dean previously explained his character has been soul-searching in India - and he might not be coming back alone. On Robbie's return, Dean told the Daily Star : "He's gone to right some wrongs, cross some T's and dot some I's. "When he comes back, which is not too long now, is he alone, has he … [Read more...] about EastEnders reveals Dean Gaffney’s return date