Amazon Video could engage in virtual reality

A job offer posted today suggests that Amazon will soon offer video content for virtual reality.

This is probably the new trend of large companies. After HTC, Oculus, Sony, Samsung, Google , Apple, and probably soon, is that Amazon eyeing to virtual reality. Based on an ad spotted by UploadVR, the giant e-commerce would be looking for a manager "software development" that would be in charge of a team that specializes in virtual reality to develop content. A job that leaves little doubt about the intentions of Amazon.

"The future will not be limited to passive 2D"  reads the description. "  The virtual reality team will explore and create a platform and interface for immersive storytelling. This will include ingestion and playback platform for virtual reality experiences "  .

Amazon wants to imitate Netflix and Hulu

Featuring a video streaming service Amazon could use this virtual reality helmet to stand out from competitors such as Netflix , or Hulu. Netflix has already developed its own virtual reality application for Samsung Gear VR and Hulu is working on its own application.

At the Mobile World Congress, Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook CEO announced that nearly one million hours of virtual reality was viewed through the virtual reality helmets. A figure which would obviously benefit Amazon well. For now, Amazon has engaged in any comment.

We found the origin of ransomware KeRanger raging on Mac

Ransomware KeRanger, which demands a ransom to restore your data and targeting Mac, would actually derived from the best-known malware Linux.Encoder, plaguing him on Linux distributions.

There are some days, we learned that the environment OS X to Apple became vulnerable for the first time in a ransomware, named KeRanger . It hides in a version of the BitTorrent client Transmission. Yesterday, the company specialized in computer security Bitdefender Labs, announced that it would be a port of ransomware malware Linux .Encoder that target the Linux system.

KeRanger the first ransomware that affects Mac

Ransomware is a type of malware more and more widespread. Once the computer is infected, the malware encrypts your data. Then it asks you to pay a certain amount for that encryption is canceled and you have again access to your data. A hostage data somehow.

KeRanger part of this type of malware and we learned a few days ago he attacked the Mac. This is the first malware that arrives on Apple products and many machines have already paid the price.Fortunately, since the Cupertino reacted and blocked the malware that was found in Transmission, a BitTorrent Client widely used on this platform.

KeRanger would be a malware derived Linux.Encoder

Security experts from home Bitdefender, the publisher of the virus of the same name, analyzed KeRanger and realized it would be a remake of malware that had raged there for several months on Linux systems. The hackers responsible for KeRanger could therefore be the same that are behind Linux.Encoder.

KeRanger would be almost perfect copy of the latest version of Linux.Encoder according Cosoi, the head of security in Bitdefender. "  Encryption functions are identical and have the same names: encrypt_file, recursive_task, currentTimestamp and createDaemon to mention a few. The encryption routine is identical to that used in Linux.Encoder "he explained.

Facebook Launches WordPress plugin

Facebook has just put online a Wordpress extension to facilitate the creation of Instant items.

Facebook hopes to revolutionize the way we consume information and for this, including the US giant has created the service Instant items that can integrate editorial content directly on the social network.

A time dedicated to the most popular content creators, Instant items will open to all publishers.We may see them wash over our walls, especially since the announcement of a WordPress plugin which should facilitate their implementation.

Instant Articles WordPress plugin

If you are an avid user of Facebook on your smartphone, you do not miss out on these articles, symbolized by a small lightning whose sleek style makes reading without leaving Facebook.

At the F8 conference April 12, Mark Zuckerberg and his team will officially announce the availability of Instant items for all. This is to prepare the ground Chris Ackermann, an engineer at Facebook, in a note written blog to introduce the WordPress plugin that will allow any blogger to share these articles Articles Instant mode.

A complete guide for publishers

Like many WordPress plugin, it will allow any content creator to perform a complex operation very simply without too get their hands dirty. To install the extension and test it before its formalization, simply go for a walk on GitHub , download the file and transfer it via FTP to your WordPress site and enable the extension. The items will then automatically converted to Articles Instant format.

For those who would like to learn more about their functioning, Facebook has published a comprehensive guide for developers to better understand the technology.

Microsoft is pushing the adoption of Windows 10 Internet Explorer

 Latest update of Internet Explorer loads a pop-up that wants to force users to upgrade to Windows 10.

The least we can say is that Microsoft has put the dishes in large to encourage us to adopt Windows  10 , even if we do a little afraid about security issues. 

In early February, the Redmond company would raise the updated Windows 10 from "optional" to "recommended."

As the pace of adoption of Microsoft's latest OS seems to be marking time , the firm has decided to use means a bit borderline to make us strongly to upgrade to Windows 10 by hiding an update pop up in in the latest version of Internet Explorer 11.

Internet Explorer 11 hides a pub for Windows 10

If you use Windows 7 or 8.1 and you are still adept Internet Explorer (yes there are still), you've probably been prompted to download the latest patch MS16-023 browser that promises to fill several vulnerabilities.

But apparently this patch not only fixes sailed to believe what happened to some users who are entrusted to our colleagues at Neowin .

 Indeed, the first launch the browser, some were surprised (good or bad) of seeing an invitation to spend the pop-up to "Updating Windows 10 free"via an "offer limited time" with a button to access this update.

Apple: A virus requires a ransom for Mac users

CYBER - The malware "KeRanger" is likely to block all data from Mac users who downloaded "Transmission" since Friday

Mac users, attention to blackmail! Hackers have infected many computers with malware KeRanger. This software malveillant  

blocks data (files, photos, videos ...) of the machine until its owner has paid a bitcoin (about 370 euros) to address them.

Apple claims to have taken measures

According to Sky News, this is by downloading the transmission software, which can transfer data on BitTorrent, the Trojan invests computer.

 KeRanger remains inactive three days before moving on to work.

When hackers kidnap your data and demand ransom

Cybersecurity experts say that the first effects of the malware could occur on Monday as transmission would be affected by the malware since Friday.

 A spokesman for Apple said that steps have been taken to prevent new infections. 

Surface Pro 4 Type Cover Now Available with fingerprint reader!

The keyboard Type Cover for the Surface Pro 4 is available for pre-order since Wednesday.

The Surface Pro 4 was launched at the end of last year and is already accompanied by several accessories like a stylus or a cover with integrated physical keyboard. 

A new accessory is now available for pre-order, it is the keyboard Type Cover with fingerprint reader. This accessory is sold for a whopping $ 179.99 euros notice to interested parties.

A Type Cover keyboard with fingerprint reader

Since March 2, the keyboard Type Cover for the Surface Pro 4 is available for pre Microsoft. The Type Cover keyboard turns a tablet into a laptop to type text much easier.

 This new model for Surface Pro 4 is lighter and thinner than previous models, it also offers improved magnetic stability and is available in several colors (black, navy blue, sky blue, blue-green and red).

The Type Cover for Surface Pro 4 is quite similar to previous Type Cover, apart from a small square on the right of the touchpad. 

This small square is simply a fingerprint that allows the user to unlock the tablet reader and putting his finger on it.

 This fingerprint reader will also accept payments made ​​on the Windows Store and is of course compatible with Windows Hello.

A key to the high price

The Type Cover for Surface Pro 4 is available for 179.99 euros, a price above 30 euros compared to older models that do not exceed 150 euros. 

The keyboard is now available for pre-order, with deliveries expected to begin before March 15, according to Microsoft. 

This new Type Cover keyboard will also be compatible with the Surface Pro 3 but not with the Surface 3.

The best mobile 2016

The MWC 2016 is over, and what he left behind was the presentation of numerous high - end mobile that will give much to talk about during this year. 

Given that we talk about the most important event of the year mobile phone, this time we decided to do a review of the best mobile 2016, including higher-end models of each manufacturer.

We assume that this list could not do without the new flagship of Samsung , the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge , both called upon to represent the catalog of the best Android smartphones of the year .But beyond these two models, we can not forget bets high -end manufacturers such as Huawei , LG , Sony , Alcatel andZTE .

10.ZTE Blade V7 / V7 Lite

It was time to introduce the successor to the ZTE Blade V6 , and the Asian company ZTE has not only taken the opportunity to introduce the new ZTE Blade V7 , but also has also introduced the ZTE Blade V7 Lite , a somewhat more restrained version specifications -and size- techniques.

In the case of Blade V7 , we are talking about a mid - range phone that comes with a screen of 5.2 inches reaching resolution Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels). The performance of this terminal is powered by a processor MediaTek MT6753eight - core, and its features are complemented by 2GB ofRAM , 16GB of internal memory (expandable via microSD), a main 13 megapixel camera, Android 6.0 Marshmallow and 2,500 mAh battery.

ZTE Blade V7 and Blade V7 Lite

9.Alcatel Idol 4

It was, perhaps, one of the most anticipated renewals Midrange this year. After the success of the Alcatel Idol 3 ,Alcatel has unveiled its commitment to balance between quality and price for 2016: the Alcatel Idol 4 , next to Alcatel Idol 4S .

Besides having decided to maintain the characteristic of the reversible display , Alcatel has built into the new Idol 4 a touch of virtual reality: both the Idol 4 as the Idol 4S can be purchased with a box while containing the mobile itself , makes the role of virtual reality glasses .

As far as features are concerned, the Idol 4 is the model that incorporates the most humble features of the two models, but is far from a simple terminal midrange. This model can boast come with a screen of 5.2 inches with resolution Full HD , a processor Snapdragon 617eight - core, 2 / 3 GB of RAM , 16 GB of internal memory (expandable via microSD), a main chamber 13 megapixel camera, Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and 2,610 mAh battery capacity.

8.Xiaomi Mi 5

Xiaomi will not want to miss his opportunity to strike a blow at the table of the high - end Android, and has done so bypresenting the Xiaomi Mi 5 , which aims to be the alternative flagship for manufacturers operating in Europe.

After its high - end design, the My 5 of Xiaomi incorporates a screen of 5.1 inches with resolution Full HD , a processorSnapdragon 820 , 3 / 4 GB of RAM , up to 128GB of internal memory, a main 16 megapixel camera , Android 6.0 version of the Android operating system Marshmallow and a battery with a capacity reaches 3,000 mAh.

7.Microsoft Lumia 950

Although the Windows Phone operating system is not going through its best, Microsoft has launched in recent months some terminals very to consider for any user looking for a high - end mobile. That is precisely the case of Microsoft Lumia 950 and Microsoft Lumia 950 XL , both submitted during the month of November last year.

The Lumia 950 is a high - end model whose main difference from its competitors is its operating system, which corresponds to Windows Phone in the version of Windows 10 . Furthermore, we have a terminal that incorporates a screen of 5 , 2 inches with Quad HD resolution, a processorSnapdragon 808 six - core, 3GB of RAM , 32 GB of internal memory (expandable), a 20 megapixel camera and 3000 mAh battery

And if what we seek is a slightly larger screen, we can take a look at Lumia 950 XL with its panel of 5.7 inches . This model also features a processor Snapdragon 810 eight - core

6.Motorola Moto X Force

The launch of the Motorola Moto X Force dates back to late last year (to be exact, until November), and speak of a high - end mobile that, after all , was conceived to compete against the flagships manufacturers present during 2016 earlier this year.

Its technical specifications, Moto X Force of Motorolaincorporates a screen of 5.4 inches with resolution Quad HD (2,560 x 1,440 pixels), a processor Snapdragon 810 eight - core, 3GB of RAM , 32/64 GB of internal memory (expandable via a microSD card), a main 21 megapixel camera, Android 6.0 Marshmallow and a battery of 3,760 mAh. In addition, it is noteworthy that is resistant to water splashes.

5.Sony Xperia X

But if anyone can claim to have surprised all attendees of MWC 2016, that certainly is the Japanese company Sony .As was to intuit a few hours of the presentation of the new Sony Xperia X , Sony Xperia XA and Sony Xperia X Performance , the X range will replace the Xperia Z in the market , and the Xperia X - the most balanced the three variants- will be responsible for leading the high - end Sony in stores .

The Sony Xperia X comes with all the features that have made ​​the Sony Xperia Z range. A design with metal side, a fingerprint reader located on the right edge, speakers on the front ... all also contained in a standard size: five inches .

4.Huawei Mate 8

It 's been nearly four months since its introduction, but not the Huawei Mate 8 is no longer an undisputed candidate to become a flagship with many possibilities to compete against other manufacturers.

 In fact, in recent weeks we have had the opportunity to make a review of the Huawei Mate 8 , which leads us to be even more confident about incorporating this mobile in our listing.

And, because Huawei has focused its way through the MWC 2016 in Huawei MateBook , and given that there are still some months for the presentation of the new Huawei P9 ,Mate 8 has the responsibility to defend the high - end Huawei in the mobile telephony market .

3.LG G5

The LG G5 has been one of the surprises of this MWC 2016, and not because nobody apparent arrival of a successor to be expected LG G4 , but because we are talking about a terminal that boasts incorporate a design that partlyaccount a modular operation . The term "modular" in short, means that parts of the new G5 LG can be interchanged to suit the user.

And we say that its design is modular "in part" for the simple reason that the pieces can be exchanged are exclusively distributed by LG. Through the slot Magic Slot ,the LG G5 can extract the part containing the battery(which means that the battery is also removable) to replace it with another component that besides also contain battery, it includes additional features for the mobile.

For now, LG has announced that this mobile will be available two modules: CAM Plus , which adds a more professional camera (plus 1,100 additional for battery mAh), and controls B & O Hi-Fi , which adds greater quality audio sound emitted by the terminal when playing movies or songs.

2.iPhone 6s / 6s Plus

Both are, and will be until the end of this year, mobile highest range of Apple . The iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus were presented in the final last year, and both are the logical renewal of the two variants for some years this company offers its users.

The iPhone 6s incorporates a screen of 4.7 inches (with 1,334 x 750 pixels resolution), while the 6s Plus is chaired by a panel that reaches 5.5 inches (1,920 x 1,080 pixels).Both feature a metal design, and since the internal storage is not expandable, users have available memory capacities that pass through the 16, 64 and 128 GB.

1.Samsung Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge

It is called to be, without doubt, one of the best high - end mobile 2016 . The Samsung Galaxy S7 , accompanied by the S7 Edge , is the new flagship of Samsung, and reaches the market with the intention to succeed the Samsung Galaxy S6 , Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus the South Korean company launched last year.

The price of Samsung Galaxy S7 in USA is set at 699 USD for the version with the flat screen, while the Edge variant has a price that reaches 819 euros . The first units will begin arriving in stores from March 11.