Boeing unveils details of secure Black smartphone

Boeing has released the details of its locked-down and secure Android smartphone called the Boeing Black. The American multinational corporation is seeking to answer data security concerns of the government. The handset is designed to lock Android apps and data using Boeing’s PureSecure architecture. It combines hardware media encryption, option to plug in modular components, and a trusted boot to cater to specific requirements. The module port is a 24-pin connector that works alongside the USB, microSD, and PDMI to be used with different sensors or a satellite radio. It can also be used to plug into alternative power sources, such as solar panels, to charge the 1590mAh Li-Ion battery.

Other specs of the Boeing Black include 1.2GHz dual-core ARM Cortex A9 processor, tri-band LTE, quad-band GSM/EDGE, tri-band WCDMA, dual-SIM capability, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, and a 960 x 540 qHD resolution. It’s not really flagship material but it secure as secure gets.

Source: Slash Gear

Google Street View documents conservation work for Canada's polar bears

Google partnered with Polar Bears International to bring its Street View cameras to Churchill, Manitoba. The area is said to house one of the biggest polar bear populations in the world. Not only we get great shots of polar bears wandering around the tundra but the conservationists plan to compare future images with the current Street View image to see how the bears’ environment is changing due to climate change. You can view the images over here.

Source: The Verge

Facebook drops the ax on Messenger for Windows

Facebook decided to withdraw support for Messenger for Windows starting March 3. PCWorld reports the social networking service did not divulge its reason for pulling support for the app. Facebook users on Windows though can still access messaging features on Facebook’s site. The messenger app is barely two years old and had been well-received by Windows users with over half of the ratings worth five stars.

But Facebook is pushing through with plans developing Messenger for Windows Phone. Perhaps, this is the social network’s way of transitioning to mobile.

Netflix evolves, will show Pokémon movies and TV shows starting March 1

Netflix is adding Pokemon movies and TV shows to its growing lineup of animated shows starting March 1. Included in the exclusive are  “Pokémon: Black & White” which is the 14th season of the animated series comprising 48 episodes, which will be available in all Netflix territories.  They are also including the first season of the “Pokémon: Indigo League” series will be available in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Ireland. That series introduces the world of Pokémon through Ash and his partner Pikachu as Ash strives to become a Pokémon Master.