A new report from Cybersecurity Ventures anticipates global cybersecurity spending will reach or exceed $1 trillion within the next four years, growing 12 to 15 percent year-over-year from 2017 to 2021. Cybersecurity spending reached more than $120 billion during 2017, growing 35 times higher than the original $3.5 billion in spending during 2004. Cybersecurity spending…
Samsung is anticipated to reveal its Galaxy Note 8 device at an event next month. Sunday, the company sent out formal invitations that told invitees to “unbox their phone,” at an event taking place March 29 in New York City. TechCrunch released pictures earlier today of what is suspected to be the Galaxy Note 8.…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 2/20-2/24 Survey indicates users prioritize mobile data security A new survey from Creative Strategies indicates users are most concerned about data privacy and security when using a smartphone device. The survey interviewed 800 U.S. consumers about the importance of data security and privacy…
A new survey from Creative Strategies indicates users are most concerned about data privacy and security when using a smartphone device. The survey interviewed 800 U.S. consumers about the importance of data security and privacy when using different devices and services. According to the firm’s findings, 60 percent of interviewees indicated security matters the most…
Mashable reports Apple plans to launch four new iPad Pro devices next month. If these reports are true, the company will release 12.9”, 10.5”, 9.7” and 7.9” versions during March 2017. The current iPad Pros available for purchase measure in at 12.9” and 9.7”, meaning the the 10.5” and 7.9” versions are new models. If…
Samsung recently released the official cause of multiple battery failures that led to an eventual recall of all Galaxy Note 7 devices. The company cited manufacturing and design flaws in batteries from two different suppliers as the cause of the device malfunctions. The Galaxy Note 7 recall costed Samsung an estimated amount of $5.3 billion,…
Last week, TechCrunch contributor John Biggs wrote a column stating 2017 may be the year of improving mobile security. With millions of smartphone users worldwide, the need for high-quality mobile data security is more of a reality than ever. For the first time, mobile devices are being used as primary computing devices. Smartphones, tablets and…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 2/13-2/17 Two educational technology concerns and their solutions Technology in the classroom brings opportunities for increased lesson plan flexibility, outside-the-classroom resources and improved teacher-student interaction. What to do with old devices after Valentine’s Day New tablets, smartphones and wearable technology are popular gifts…
Technology in the classroom brings opportunities for increased lesson plan flexibility, outside-the-classroom resources and improved teacher-student interaction. To use educational tablets to their best abilities, students and teachers can personalize apps and functions to ensure learning and instruction is functioning at their best level. The customization factor of all educational technology is a major reason…
New tablets, smartphones and wearable technology are popular gifts each Valentine’s Day. With new devices in-hand, old devices are no longer of use. Instead of storing unused cellphones, tablets or computers in a drawer, reselling and recycling bring further use to old devices. Many U.S. cities have electronics recycling collection sites to ensure responsible electronics…
According Android Authority, new Right to Repair bills have been proposed in five states, including Kansas, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Nebraska and New York. If enacted, Right to Repair legislation is a step towards a more sustainable electronics repair and refurbishment industry. This legislation would require manufacturers to sell replacement parts and provide service manuals to independent…
International Data Corporation (IDC) reports overall tablet shipments continued to decline for the second consecutive year during 2016. IDC indicates 52.9 million tablets shipped during Q4 of 2016, a 20.1 percent decrease from Q4 2015. Aside from Q4, 174.8 million tablets shipped during 2016, a 15.6 decrease from shipments during 2015. Decreasing tablet shipments could…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 2/6-2/10 10-year anniversary iPhone rumored to cost more than $1,000 With Apple’s newest iPhone reveal approaching, rumors about the device’s design are picking up. One rumor in particular indicates the 10-year anniversary iPhone could cost more than $1,000. Reported data breaches increased 40%…
With Apple’s newest iPhone reveal approaching, rumors about the device’s design are picking up. One rumor in particular indicates the 10-year anniversary iPhone could cost more than $1,000. Fast Company reports Apple may trade in the iPhone’s traditional LCD display for an OLED display, and upgrade the new device’s memory capabilities. If this is true,…
A report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) and CyberScout indicates the amount of data breaches reached an all-time high during 2016. According to the report’s findings, 1,093 data breaches were reported in the U.S. last year, a 40 percent increase from 780 during 2015. Last year, the business sector was the most targeted,…