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Recently speaking at the Interop IT conference, PayPal’s chief information security officer, Michael Barrett, stated that passwords and PINs were operating on borrowed time. Barrett hopes to replace online security keys with a setup that’s a blend of software and hardware-based identification. He also serves as president of the Fast Identity Online Alliance (FIDO) — the organization’s focus is to combine an effective mix of software (passwords and plugins) and hardware (USB drives and fingerprint scanners) for user authentication.

PayPal’s technology boss didn’t allude to his company adopting these new types of security systems for its customers anytime soon. Instead he announced that FIDO-enabled devices will be hitting the market sometime this year. Progress, yes, but until this hardware becomes more widely available, it’s likely that you’ll be spending more time getting acquainted with two-step logins.

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You might be inclined to think that airport security is not the best place to wear Google Glass. You’d probably be right, but given the amount that I travel it was pretty-well inevitable that I’d cross through some security checkpoint before the course of this testing would be through.

I’m honored to be part of the X-Prize Visioneering conference this week, a gathering of incredible minds putting their considerable brainpower behind the creation of competitions to make the world a better place. But, to take part I’d have to get out to California, and that meant yet another long flight across the country — and another trip through the full-body scanner. The question is, how would the folks at airport security react to it?

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It’s been a long time coming. Seriously. AT&T first teased us with Digital Life way back in February of last year. Now the home security and automation platform is finally ready for prime time. Starting today customers in the 15 launch markets (Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, LA, Miami, SF, Seattle, Austin, Philly, Riverside, St. Louis, Denver, Boulder and the New York/New Jersey metro area) can put in their orders, provided they live in a single-family, detached house. There will be two packages to choose from: Simple Security and Smart Security. The former is a pretty standard alarm system with sensors, an HSPA-based base station and a 24-hour backup battery, for $ 30 a month and a one-time installation fee of $ 150. Smart Security is where the real fun happens, though. The basic version starts at $ 40 a month, with a $ 250 installation fee, and includes your choice of three additional features including a motion sensor, carbon monoxide sensor, glass break sensor, smoke sensor or a takeover kit. From there you can add on additional packages, like energy management or a camera system, for between $ 5 and $ 10 a month, plus the cost of installation. Those costs can quickly add up too. Those two add-ons alone could push the price of installation as high as $ 650.

To go along with the launch AT&T is also releasing its remote control app, which will be available on iOS, Android, Windows Phone 8 and, “eventually,” BlackBerry. Through the app you can lock doors, adjust your thermostat, turn on and off lights or appliances and check your security cameras. The most powerful feature, though, is the ability to create programs that can automate tasks, send alerts and trigger events based on data from the sensors. For example, if the glass break sensor on the kitchen window is tripped, the system can be set to turn on the lights in the room and start recording a video. Eventually, AT&T even sees the ability to integrate with the location services on a cellphone for additional automation options. If you’re hankering for more details, check out the PR after the break.

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We know Google isn’t afraid to make it rain for the sake of Chrome’s security, but today’s provisions appear to be an inside job. Laying the smack down on toxic browser extensions, the company introduced a new set of security measures that label applications in violation of its safety guidelines as malware. These potential threats try to bypass the browser’s silent installation blockers by manipulating its management settings. Once installed, the malicious software is enabled by default and cannot be removed or disabled from within Chrome. Google cautions that within a week people will begin seeing download alerts when attempting to install an identified threat. In the meantime, we suggest you start making plans to check out your current extensions just to be sure your setup has a clean bill of health.

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While house security systems are definitely making strides towards modernization, we haven’t seen many that look the part. Nevertheless, Sandbox Industries’ Scout may be the first estate defense choice that manages to gel with even the most swanky digs. Available in 3 trendy trims (black, white and wood), this cordless setup utilizes a base receiver that interacts with its safety sensor panels by means of your house’s network. Like most estate protection systems, Scout offers remote control and monitoring by means of pc or mobile device, however the big draw right here is its cosmetically pleasing devices and streamlined setup process.

Set to deliver in August, bundles start at $ 120 with additional à la carte acquisition options depending on your household’s needs. For those of you aiming to additional safe and secure your bunker, Scout’s hardware loads backup batteries in case of a power failure as well as an optional 3G-powered tracking service with plans beginning at $ 10 per month. Obviously, if you’re not feeling such a high-tech setup, you could possibly always put toy vehicles and Christmas ornaments beneath your doorways and window seals. Hi, it worked for Kevin McCallister.

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The fiscal 2013 Q3 numbers from Logitech are in, and according to brand-new CEO Bracken P Darrell, the “unsatisfactory” results will require immediate action to reverse– action that includes selling off its remote (read: Harmony) and digital video protection divisions. At this time last year, we were still looking forward to a refresh of the line which led to the Harmony Touch, however that does not appear to have turned things around. Consistency remote sales fell off by 55 percent based on devices, although a concentrate on higher end gadgets like the brand-new Touch implied income decreased only 24 percent.

According to a slide in the discussion, after a strategic review, Logitech is focusing on tablet accessories, wireless speakers in addition to keeping its lead in PC-related products. Other “non-strategic” items are likewise on the chopping block, and we ‘d have to think that includes video conferencing after yesterday’s announcement. Present owners fretted about possible support ought to be looked after nonetheless, as a post on the support forums suggests company will continue to offer support during the sale process and all present warranties are still in result. There’s no word about a feasible purchaser, but we’ll be tuning into the earnings call tomorrow early morning to see exactly what additional details is exposed.

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