“Editor’s note: This post is the second in a two-part series on BGP. Read part one here. The last half-decade has witnessed a number of events that perfectly exemplify what happens when BGP goes wrong.”
Here’s how Google checks for lag on your Android phone
“Yes, Google hates lag on smartphones as much as you do — enough so that the search giant has a robot dedicated to spotting that delay between your finger input and what happens on screen.”
Apple is reportedly working on its answer to Google Now
“Apple has made some efforts to give you relevant info when you need it (such as iOS’ Today screen), but it hasn’t really had a response to Google Now, which brings you everything from timely directions to cheap flights. According to 9to5Mac’s sources, however, that’s going to change soon.”
PSA: Facebook Messenger Shares Your Location with Every Message
“You’re probably aware that Facebook collects a ton of information about you, but if you’re using the mobile Messenger app, that also means your location data as well. A new Chrome extension called Marauders Map lets anyone you’ve sent a message see that location information all at once.”
