Ryan Nakashima Associated Press Published 11:08 p.m. UTC Aug 13, 2018 San Francisco – Google wants to know where you go so badly that it records your movements even when you explicitly tell it not to. An Associated Press investigation found that many Google services on Android devices and iPhones store your location data even if you’ve used privacy settings that say they will prevent it from doing so. Computer-science researchers at Princeton confirmed these findings at the AP’s request. For the most part, Google is upfront about asking permission to use your location information. An app like Google Maps will remind you to allow access to location if you use it for navigating. If you agree to let it record your location over time, Google Maps will display that history for you in a “timeline” that maps out your daily movements. Storing your minute-by-minute travels carries privacy risks and has been used by police to determine the location of … [Read more...] about Google tracks your movements, like it or not
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Google Maps motorcycle mode introduced in Malaysia
Three months after rolling it out in Indonesia, Google has now introduced its motorcycle mode in Malaysia – the new navigation mode is now available on the latest version of Google Maps, located along with the other modes of transportation offered by the web mapping service. Geared for two-wheeled travel, the dedicated mode is a significant jump for motorbike users who utilise Google Maps to get around. For one, it makes it easier to gauge travel times more accurately – previously, Maps would estimate motorcyclists’ travel and arrival times based on a combination of walking and driving routes. The motorcycle mode feature will provide more accurate travel times based on machine learning models that reflect riding speeds. Since lane splitting is allowed on Malaysian roads, motorcycles are able to move at different speeds, usually faster than four wheelers in heavy traffic. Motorcycles also have specific differences – there are road segments where motorcycles … [Read more...] about Google Maps motorcycle mode introduced in Malaysia
F1 chief Ross Brawn promises action over French Grand Prix traffic
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Legal firm warns of social media risks for business
A new survey found that 30% of businesses surveyed did not have a social media policy in place.This can potentially leave them exposed to reputational damage, disclosure of confidential information and inappropriate or harmful content or behavior, according to legal firm Howes Percival, which carried out the survey. The survey of 220 business leaders, representing a broad range of sectors and size of organisation, examined the way in which businesses engage with social media. LinkedIn and Twitter are the most used platforms for businesses and organisations, with the majority (86%) having a presence on LinkedIn and just over three quarters using Twitter. Creating a brand identity, positive brand associations, and raising brand awareness were the predominant reasons for businesses’ social media presence. In addition to building and raising brand awareness (49%), other core reasons businesses gave for maintaining a social media presence included … [Read more...] about Legal firm warns of social media risks for business
US-Spec Hyundai 2019 Kona EV Launched at New York
Hyundai today unveiled the U.S.-market version of its convention-breaking Kona Electric crossover at the New York Auto Show. Kona Electric rides on an all-new CUV platform and is Hyundai’s first compact electric crossover for the U.S. market, appealing to consumers with active, eco-focused lifestyles of all kinds. Kona Electric’s exterior styling features voluminous, aggressive body styling complemented by a low and wide stance for great looks and confident handling in a variety of urban and adventure-oriented driving environments. It joins Hyundai’s successful new Kona, Tucson and Santa Fe in a full line-up of Hyundai crossovers for the U.S. market. 2019 Kona Electric models will be produced in Ulsan, Korea and available in the fourth quarter of 2018, with initial availability in California and subsequently in the ZEV-focused states in the western and northeastern regions of the U.S. market. “Our new Kona Electric crossover is a stylish and efficient compact … [Read more...] about US-Spec Hyundai 2019 Kona EV Launched at New York