The mobile security market is taking off due to high-profile hackings. Is there such a thing as an unhackable phone? Consider this: The smartphone in your pocket is 10 times more powerful than the fastest supercomputers of just 20 years ago. The complexity is mind-boggling — and so are all the security vulnerabilities. Anyone claiming to sell an “unhackable phone” is… Read More Why an unhackable mobile phone is a complete marketing mythThis entry was posted in Column hack hacking Mobile smartphones TC on October 8, 2016 by David Jevans
Children love birding, hiking, star-gazing, and sleuthing—especially if you give them the power of magnified vision. The post Power Up Those Wee Peepers With Some Kid-Friendly Binoculars appeared first on WIRED. Power Up Those Wee Peepers With Some Kid-Friendly BinocularsThis entry was posted in Gadget Lab Gear Magazine parenting Sports & Outdoors on October 8, 2016 by Adrienne So
Alphonse Pénaud's model plane was rigged with a propeller powered by a tightly twisted rubber band. Nearly 150 years later, it still makes a delightful toy. The post Take a Flight Back in Time With History's First Flying Toy appeared first on WIRED. Take a Flight Back in Time With History’s First Flying ...This entry was posted in Gadget Lab Gear Magazine toys on October 8, 2016 by Brian Barrett
The kids are finally down for the evening—or, better yet, spending the weekend with Nana. Make the most of your little slice of you-time. The post Parenting Is Tough. Relax With These Downtime Goodies appeared first on WIRED. Parenting Is Tough. Relax With These Downtime GoodiesThis entry was posted in Gadget Lab Gear Magazine parenting on October 8, 2016 by Brian Barrett
When your kid wants to watch <em>My Little Pony</em> for the zillionth time, take a breath and substitute one of these brain-boosters instead. The post 5 Great Toys to Get Your Kid's Brain Tickin' appeared first on WIRED. 5 Great Toys to Get Your Kid’s Brain Tickin’This entry was posted in Gadget Lab Gear Magazine parenting toys on October 8, 2016 by Adrienne So