Ransomware: should your company pay? By Mark Harris published 20 November 21 Choosing whether to pay a ransom is challenging, understanding what happens if you pay is key.
US online fraud and identity theft surges By Mark Harris last updated 9 July 20 Over 300,000 people suffered identity theft in 2008
20% of Americans have stopped shopping online By Mark Harris last updated 17 June 20 A majority of Americans say that the risks of identity theft have changed their online behaviours, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA)
Malware to target Macs in 2009 By Mark Harris last updated 17 June 20 Microsoft will continue to get hammered, too, says Trend Micro
Asus refreshes touchscreen Eee Top By Mark Harris published 24 September 09 Asus has launched two new Eee Top PCs, including a Full HD PC with Blu-ray support and a half terabyte drive.
Free Skype calls from any mobile with 3 By Mark Harris published 24 September 09 3 UK today launches a free SIM that lets you make Skype-to-Skype calls and send instant messages (IM) for free from your mobile phone to other people on Skype.
Swedish scientists unwrap paper batteries By Mark Harris published 23 September 09 Researchers at Uppsala University in Sweden have created a rechargeable battery made from cellulose, similar to that in normal paper.
Can Abramovich's anti-paparazzi laser shield work? By Mark Harris published 22 September 09 Probably not, according to its Georgia Tech inventors
Nanny-mobile spies on dodgy drivers By Mark Harris published 22 September 09 Scientists from six European countries have developed a new computer system so called Drivsco that allows vehicles to learn from the behaviour of their drivers at the wheel.
25% of publications to go digital in 5 years By Mark Harris published 21 September 09 A survey by the Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) found that publishers predict a quarter of all newspapers and magazines going digital only, within five years.
Dustbots clean up Bilbao By Mark Harris published 18 September 09 Tecnalia has introduced Dustbots robots at Euskotren's station in Bilbao to undertake a wide range of work from street cleaning and rubbish collection to accompanying elderly people.
Cambridge Audio's first Blu-ray player By Mark Harris published 10 September 09 Cambridge Audio has announced the Azur 650BD, featuring almost universal disc compatibility, the 650BD is equipped to handle CD, HDCD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD and of course Blu-Ray discs.
TPEG promises more in-car services By Mark Harris published 10 September 09 Super-TMC channel piggybacks digital radio broadcasts
Ultra-thin speakers now with added bass By Mark Harris published 4 September 09 IFA 2009 Fraunhofer scientists are presenting a completely new concept for ultra-flat loudspeakers that still deliver full sound reproduction.
Toshiba's first UK LED-backlit telly By Mark Harris published 3 September 09 IFA 2009 Toshiba UK today announced the market arrival of the REGZA SV series – the most advanced Toshiba LCD TV model launched into the UK market to date.
LG puts Blu-ray player in a home cinema speaker By Mark Harris published 3 September 09 IFA 2009 Packing 1,000 watts of power, the LG HB994PK comes with a front right speaker with player built right in, establishing a unique style and maximizing space.
LG launches 'borderless' and wireless TVs By Mark Harris published 3 September 09 IFA 2009 Invisible bezels, wireless HD and LED backlights galore
Sony unveils carbon-fibre Vaio X netbook By Mark Harris published 3 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony's 'just one more thing' at the IFA 2009 press conference was an ultra-thin carbon fibre netbook called the Vaio X.
Sony's PM1 life-cam Flips into action By Mark Harris published 3 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony today launched the Flip-alike MHS-PM1 Mobile HD Snap Camera, a 5MP/1080p camcorder that makes it easy to capture and upload high quality videos quickly to the web
Sony enters land of 'make.believe' By Mark Harris published 2 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony today announced 'make.believe' (pronounced: make dot believe), its new group-wide brand message.
Sony debuts 'invincible' 2.1 PC speakers By Mark Harris published 2 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony today launches the SRS-DB500 2.1 channel PC speaker system - also known as 'mu-te-ki' (invincible), with a performance level that it claims blows all other PC speakers off the stage.
Two new flagship ES receivers from Sony By Mark Harris published 2 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony is enhancing its flagship ES (Elevated Standard) range of home cinema products with two new receivers featuring its latest technology for the most cinematic experience at home.
Sony announces noise-cancelling in-ear 'phones By Mark Harris published 2 September 09 IFA 2009 Sony today launches the MDR-NC300D headphones which are the world's first in-ear headphones that use digital noise cancelling technology to eliminate outside noise.
Parrot's iPhone-friendly RKi8400 car stereo By Mark Harris published 1 September 09 Parrot has launched the Parrot RKi8400, an FM/AM RDS car stereo for iPhone and iPod, featuring all connections for digital music, USB and SD , as well as hands-free telephony.
Smart house remembers what you forget By Mark Harris published 31 August 09 RFID system lets you off-load daily chores to AI