One Day Left: Google I / O 2016 Is Open for Registration
Google I / O, the tech giant’s annual development conference, is now open for signups, third-party Snapchat apps leaking user data, and more in today’s news.
- If you are a developer and would like to participate in Google I / O, you can register on their site . The event will take place May 18-20 in Mountain View, California. This industry event is not for casual googlers, but the keynote is often accompanied by product announcements . [Google]
- The nifty flight search tool Google Flights has received another feature to help you choose your trip: now you can get recommendations on where to go based on your interests . [The Next Web]
- The anonymous social network Yik Yak is becoming a little less anonymous due to the fact that users are asked to register usernames . Of course, they don’t have to be real names, but they are a small step towards harnessing a truly anonymous collective mind. [The Verge]
- Security researchers have discovered that third-party Snapchat apps are leaking account information using insecure, unencrypted connections. If you are using a third party app like Snapix, you should change your password and stick to the official app. [9to5Mac]
- The new phone is good . Gizmodo claims the Samsung Galaxy S7 has a great camera, a giant battery that can last for days, and is water resistant. Are wet phones a common problem? I never dropped my phone in the toilet. I think that’s why they pay me a lot of money. [Gizmodo]