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Health
Risks feared in medical apps
Andrew Masterson Diagnosis by device looks to become common practice, but 'mobile health' is not without risks.
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Broadband
Want faster internet? Move to Asia
JAMES W MANNING Australia's broadband speeds improved over the past year, but continued to lag behind the US, Britain, and Asia.
Surveillance
NSA, UK spy agencies scour mobile phone apps for personal data
As personal data pours onto mobile networks, US and British eavesdroppers are prying into so-called leaky apps to extract geographical data, address books and phone logs.
Telcos
Vodafone v Telstra v Optus
BEN GRUBB We compared 3G and 4G mobile broadband speeds, and the results may surprise.
Science
Printer uses water instead of ink
A new printer uses water instead of ink and the used paper fades, allowing it to be reused.
Tech
Turkey PM speaks via hologram
The Turkish Prime Minister couldn't attend a meeting so he sent a hologram of himself.
Digital currency
Bitcoin start-up CEO arrested
Bitcoin tycoon Charlie Shrem has been arrested and charged with money laundering.
Security
Angry Birds website hacked
8:24am The Angry Birds website was hacked after reports its customer data was spied on.
Astronomy
Destination:
the moon
A new moon this weekend brings the opportunity to see an enchanting crescent.
Gadgets
Google Glass gets a makeover
Google Glass now has an optional attachment for prescription lenses and sunglasses.
Surveillance
Data requests gag relaxed in US
Tech companies win permission to disclose more about US requests for data.
Blogs & Columns
Gadgets on the go
Google Play movies come to iOS
Adam Turner 9:58pm The Google Play Movies & TV app has finally come to Apple's iTunes store, letting iGadget owners watch movies they've hired or purchased from Google.
Screen Play
Thief: Staying true to a classic while evolving into something new
James Dominguez 3:16pm DexX recently spoke with the director of the team reviving the classic Thief, and learned about the balancing act they are performing.
Bleeding Edge
Progress in healthcare IT
Health sites and apps can produce widespread benefits but Australia is late to the party.
Astronomy
Destination: the moon
A new moon this weekend brings the opportunity to see an enchanting lunar crescent.
