Internet Explorer security flaw puts users at risk

Security firm FireEye has discovered a security flaw in Internet Explorer, particularly version 9 to 11, that lets hackers gain full access to your computer.  FireEye said the active exploit also targets Adobe Flash and it lets hackers install programs on your PC, view and delete information, etc. by just visiting a site. A quick remedy is to stop using IE and opt for Chrome or Firefox. But if you are sticking with IE, Microsoft has published advanced methods you can use.  There is no patch at the moment but Microsoft is reportedly working on it.

Source: The Verge

WhatsApp updates Android app to let you mute groups for up to a century

Found yourself part of a group on WhatsApp you don’t want to hear from? Well, a new update for the messaging client on Android lets you mute a particular group for up to 100 years. It now even lets you hide notifications from the group past a week (a feature that wasn’t previously available). Perhaps leaving the group would’ve been an easier option. But if you don’t feel like offending anyone, then just mute away. The update isn’t up on Google Play yet so you’d have to download the app from WhatsApp’s site.

Source: GSMArena

SlideShow: Samsung's Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Gear Fit

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

We didn't get enough time with the Samsung Galaxy S5 and Gear Fit review units to bang out a proper review but we did get various photos of the devices and were generally impressed byt the Galaxy Gear Fit's screen, touch functionality and multi-functional health-tracking features. The Gear Fit's curved screen stands out, although the device is thicker and heavier than we expected. As for the GS5, we're digging the white variant a bit more than the darker coloured version but overall, these are the best Galaxy smartphones we've seen.

MakerBot and The Foundry announce new partnership

MakerBot, a global leader in desktop 3D printing, and The Foundry, the global CG software provider, announced a unique partnership Thursday evening at The Foundry’s San Francisco launch event for MODO 801, the latest edition of the popular 3D modeling, animation, visual effects and rendering software package. MakerBot was one of the sponsors of the live-streamed event, which featured a range of leading speakers from a variety of industries.

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