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iOS 'backdoor' entry is real, says Jonathan Zdziarski. Not for NSA, says Apple
Forensics expert Jonathan Zdziarski exposes backdoor for iOS devices in hacker event presentation, argues there's no reason for its existence. Apple counters, rejects spying claim.
Nissan CEO: Self-parking cars by 2016? Yes. 30 percent female bosses in Japan by 2020? No
A Nissan executive announced that the automaker will launch its self-parking vehicles by 2016 and will lift its percentage of female employees in top management positions to 10 percent by 2017.
Samsung Galaxy Alpha 'metal case' could delay or limit smartphone's release, thanks to Apple and iPhone 6
Production of Samsung's expected metal-encased Galaxy Alpha has reportedly hit a snag and it can thank Apple. The metal case required for the smartphone will only yield one million units per month since manufacturers are contracted to Apple.
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Global warming pause natural, says McGill researcher
A reduction of rising global temperatures is only a natural variation, says a new study, and it won't last long.
Smartphone
Microsoft to sell Dash 4.0 and Dash 5.0 unlocked Windows Phone 8.1 smartphones for $99 and $199
A new report claims Microsoft will soon begin selling two unlocked Windows Phone 8.1 smartphones. The Dash 4.0 will retail for $99 and the Dash 5.0 will cost $199 off-contract.
Business
Ford recalls more than 100,000 vehicles for various defects
Ford Motor announced it is recalling over 100,000 of its vehicles from different models for various safety concerns. Here’s a list of the vehicle types and what the company offers.
Earth
Tracking the cell: Scientists reconstruct animal development
Scientists team up microscopes and computers to track cells in a developing embryo. Technique yields a 3D view of how each cell grows and changes, they say.
Computers
Verizon fields 150K law enforcement data requests in just six months
In six months, Verizon had 150,000 requests from various law enforcement agencies. The agencies ranged from local to federal.
Health
Deadly MERS virus might be airborne
Finding of deadly MERS virus in infected barn suggests disease might spread through the air. If true, disease might spread to humans more easily, researchers say.
Earth
The power of gravity: How nature holds up stone arches
A new paper published in Geoscience explains the mystery behind stone arches.
Environment
June hottest since 1880 - May was sweltering as well NOAA says
June 2014 saw rising temperatures around the world, following May - another record breaker.
Health
80 new genes discovered to play role in schizophrenia
Genetics study provide more evidence of biological origins of schizophrenia. Finding could improve detection, treatment.
