technology
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Why is everyone covering up their laptop cameras?Stickers and slides serve to ease concerns that spooks could be watching our every move, as even the FBI director says he puts tape on his camera -
The female orgasm simulation game that's too hot for Apple to touchLa Petite Mort offers a ‘one of a kind digital erotic experience’ and aims to normalise discussion of female pleasure, but it has not been warmly embraced by all
privacy
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Mark Zuckerberg hacked on Twitter and PinterestFacebook founder apparent victim of 2012 LinkedIn password dump
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Federal Reserve was hacked more than 50 times in the past five yearsCybersecurity reports reveal only a portion of all cyber-attacks on US central bank and identifies 51 cases of ‘information disclosure’ involving the Fed’s board
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analysis & opinion
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Digital privacy activist Jacob Appelbaum denies colleagues' assault allegationsProminent figure in online privacy circles resigns from post at Tor after a series of anonymous accusations of repeated sexual and emotional abuse
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Human cost of the 35-mile Swiss rail tunnelLetter: It’s a pity you did not mention the nine workers who are reported to have died in accidents during the construction and are commemorated by a plaque close to the northern portal
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How I connected with my autistic son through video gamesA PlayStation game opened up a liberating world of play, interaction and co-operation for Keith Stuart and his young son
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reviews
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Cannondale Slate 105: bike previewEqually at home on tarmac and trail, this unusual hybrid from America offers the best of both biking worlds
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Nest Learning Thermostat third-gen: the simple, effective heating gadgetSmart home heating aid learns your schedule, turns off when you leave the house and increases energy efficiency with upgraded screen and workings
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devices
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WearablesWearablesWearables for babies: saving lives or instilling fear in parents?While some applaud new tech to monitor a baby’s breathing, heart rate and temperature, others think it goes too far
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SmartphonesSmartphonesWhy is everyone covering up their laptop cameras?Stickers and slides serve to ease concerns that spooks could be watching our every move, as even the FBI director says he puts tape on his camera
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TabletsTablets10 of the best cookery apps for iPhone, iPad and AndroidFrom soups and stews to roasts, vegetarian and vegan meals – here are some of the most helpful apps to get you cooking
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Internet of thingsInternet of thingsNest Learning Thermostat third-gen: the simple, effective heating gadgetSmart home heating aid learns your schedule, turns off when you leave the house and increases energy efficiency with upgraded screen and workings
in depth
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Mazda MX-5 car review: ‘It’s dead cute’Being so low-slung on the road makes you feel cunning and feline
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Airbnb faces outcry after transgender guest was denied stay by a host