Under the deal, vendors using Qualcomm’s chips will get special terms to offer Kaspersky’s software preloaded on their devices. In that sense, we expect to see both Kaspersky Mobile Security and Kaspersky Tablet Security solutions installed on many of the future smartphones and tablets.

Qualcomm Snapdragon processors power-up more than 770 commercially available or announced products, with another 550 product designs in the pipeline, from 70+ device customers…

It’s kinda nice to see two pretty different companies agreeing to make Android more secure. One of the downsides of an open platform like Android is security and deals like these are struck to address that problem. Kudos to both companies for taking this route.

Initially, Boingo will let AT&T customers access Wi-Fi hotspots at major international airports with service continuing to expand throughout 2013. So if you plan to travel around, you’ll be able to freely browse the web, check your email and cyber-schmooze while waiting for your plane to take-off (instead of paying airports’ premium access fees).

Both AT&T and Boingo Wireless are Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) member companies, and both are participating in the WBA’s Next Generation Hotspot trials for seamless Wi-Fi roaming…

In that sense, the collaboration between the two companies involved systems-level performance enhancements related to key Snapdragon processor technologies including GPU, CPU and 3G/4G modem. The end result is a performance optimized solution that delivers a “great Facebook experience while minimizing power and improving data efficiency.”

Sounds cool and I’m wondering what will other chip makers make of it. Will they also jump in bed with the social network to make Facebook running on other smartphones (those not using Qualcomm processors) equally great. We’ll see and in the meantime, I’m sure that the two companies will find way to make Facebook “properly” work on lower-end phones, not just the likes of HTC First, HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4…

The problem today’s mobile web browsers have is that they don’t use all the processing power modern smartphones and tablets have. WebGL, which uses the graphics processor; and HTML5 Web Workers, which bring a multi-threading approach to JavaScript; are the only exceptions to the rule and Mozilla thinks there’s room for improvements.

According to the company’s CTO Brendan Eich, parallel computing is the future though today’s web standards themselves make it hard to move away from the sequential processing.

Mozilla Research started working on Servo as a research project in 2012. Their browser engine is still far away from being available in any commercial project so we’re not sure when we’ll see it in our mobile devices.

Samsung on its end seems to believe that such a browser could give it an edge in the long-term and who knows – we may see the next-gen Firefox available not only for its Android but also for Tizen smartphones…

[Via: TechCrunch]

The module itself is hooked to the vehicle’s ODBII port, and once plugged – it automatically starts sending data back to your web dashboard and an Android app relying on the built-in mobile Internet connection. Among the data you’ll be able to check out are things like gas mileage, tire pressure, battery status and remaining fuel. Moreover, you can even check engine code to track down a problem, set RPM and speed alerts, and unlock/lock/start/turn off your car remotely.

Of course, this module also comes with a built-in GPS receiver, allowing for fleet management services as well as “good ol’” stalking. You do want to know your kids’ / spouse’s whereabouts, right?

If all this excites you enough, feel free to proceed to this page at Verizon’s website for all additional information. The free to download Android app is linked below.

Delphi Connected Car (FREE) [Google Play Store]

[Via: AndroidPolice]

Under the deal, Intrepidus will evaluate the security mechanisms of ZTE-made smartphones, including identifying potential vulnerabilities; conducting penetration testing of ZTE device management interfaces and ZTE device features; and performing reverse engineering and source code review. As a result, ZTE should be able to deliver a wide range of “smart, stylish choices” for smartphone users with the added peace of mind that their device is secure.

The press release goes on suggesting that this is just a first step in a series of actions the Chinese company plans to take regarding smartphone security. In other words, ZTE is preparing to enter the enterprise market and offer products that come with a “great dose of security” out of box. We’ll see how that goes…

The Croods movie promises a ton of fun and funny characters, and I can’t wait to see it hitting the theaters. In the meantime, we’ll have a mobile game to enjoy (for Android and iOS). It is launching before the movie itself, on March 14th, and while you wait, we have the game trailer to show you. Unfortunately, it doesn’t reveal what the game will be all about, but knowing Rovio we’re expecting a funny little puzzler. And yes, we’re looking forward to try it out…

Bob Ishida, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Head of Products Business Group, Sony Mobile Communications went one step further saying that Sony’s engineers are “now working with Firefox OS Mobile and HTML5, evolving technologies which show great potential.”

The result of these efforts should apparently be visible at some point next year, and in the meantime, we hope to catch a glimpse (i.e. in-the-wild photo) of the upcoming device when we’ll get back to you with new information…

Rest of the press release talks about how great partnership Telefónica and Sony have, and how they’re looking forward to launch the new Xperia Z. In other words, nothing too exciting.

Carriers committed to special pricing for Facebook messaging include TMN in Portugal, Three in Ireland, Airtel and Reliance in India, Vivacom in Bulgaria, Backcell in Azerbaydzhan, Indosat, Smartfren, AXIS and XL Axiata in Indonesia, SMART in Philippines, DiGi in Malaysia, DTAC in Thailand, Viva in Bahrain, STC in Saudi Arabia, Oi in Brazil, Etisalat in Egypt, and Tre in Italy.

If you’ve been living under a rock you should know that Messaging on Facebook allows users to connect with their e-buddies while on the go. It is said that three out of every four people on Facebook send a message on the platform each month, making messaging one of the social network’s most popular activities…

[Via: Engadget]

The pair say they will “explore efficient ways of providing global advertisers and agencies with new and easier options to plan multi country mobile campaigns.”

Initially, they will target the US (via Sprint), and European and Latin American markets (Telefonica) with plans to grow “further in scale, particularly to include Asia.”

According to Vice president of Sprint’s New Ventures division Mike Cooley, through this alliance, the two giants are seeking to efficiently expand capabilities to deliver mobile marketing solutions for US-based advertisers into Europe and Latin America, while Telefonica Digital aims to do the same for their regional customers in the United States.

Sounds like a plan…

[Via: MobileWorldLive]

We don’t have any additional details (like an image), but boy does it sound exciting. While I personally like MetaWatch I know many folks who can’t imagine wearing one of them due to its “too techy” look and feel. Morons…

Anyway, the prospects of collaboration excites both companies with MetaWatch’s CEO saying it’s about “building beautifully designed, functional and wearable objects of desire.” And I guess by that he means watches everyone, not just the tech savvy, will want to wear. Not that we geeks care about that part, but we’re open to surprises… as long as MetaWatch keeps its “smart component,” informing us about calls, messages, weather and other stuff…