Apple's Review: Atari Arcade brings retro joystick gaming back on iPad

The only way to play classic arcade games is with a joystick and buttons.

While all eyes are on Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft to deliver the next-generation of gaming in portable and console form, one old-time friend is making a silent return. Atari is partnering with DiscoveryBay Games to launch the Atari Arcade — an iPad dock that enhances old-school arcade classics with the tactility of a joystick and four physical buttons.

Right off the bat, you're probably thinking the Atari Arcade is an iCade knock-off. It certainly seems so at a glance; the Atari Arcade is the second joystick dock for the iPad, but the similarities pretty much end there.
Read on to find out if the Atari Arcade is up to snuff to make you want to play games like Pong, Asteroids and Centipede all over again.

Where iCade Ends And Atari Arcade Begins

The iCade is a mini arcade cabinet that connects to an iPad via Bluetooth and houses the tablet. The Atari Arcade, instead, connects via the 30-pin dock, which allows it to be more than a tablet holder. Once docked, either generation of the iPad can be locked securely in place with two switches, and then you're ready to play.

The 30-pin dock connection gives the Atari Arcade another advantage over the iCade: the joystick is powered entirely by the iPad, no batteries required, and no battery-chugging Bluetooth. With the Atari Arcade, we got anywhere between 8-10 hours, which is within the iPad's normal battery life.

That advantage also brings about a downside, which is the iPad can only be positioned in portrait mode and not landscape. Ideally, an open dock such as the Atari Arcade would leapfrog the iCade with this low power consumption, but DiscoveryBay Games clearly chose to make some sacrifices in favor of longer battery life.

How Does Gaming On The Atari Arcade Feel?

To answer that question in one word: average. A modern joystick experience can be pretty hit or miss. Sometimes they move around smoothly and sometimes, as with Atari Arcade, they're really stiff. There's nothing wrong with the Atari Arcade — it's a very sturdily built peripheral and feels like it could survive a few hard drops — but it's just that controlling games with the joystick feels imprecise.

We're not sure if it's the stiffness to the stick or that game apps need better optimization and sensitivity or what, but when you're missing easy blocks in Pong and the ball's only just bounced back and forth two or three times, you know something is off.

The four buttons are nice and springy — going as far as sounding super clicky and there are some nice rubber pads on the Atari Arcade's base to prevent it from slipping around — but that's really the only standout point in regard to the controls.

What Can I Play On The Atari Arcade?

As of right now, the only iPad app the Atari Arcade is compatible with is Atari's Greatest Hits — a free app that comes with Missile Command, though if you want anything else you have to pony up.
That said, the selection offered isn't going to blow anybody away, except for those looking for a nostalgic trip through classic Atari 2600 games, or grown up golden-era gamers looking to introduce Super Breakout to their kids, who only know what's on today's PlayStations and Xboxes.

Games can be purchased within the app at $1 for a set of four, or you can buy the entire bundle of 100 Atari 2600 games for $15. We poked around with a few of the games and while we'd love to recommend springing for the full 100 games, we can't — even at $15. Most of the games like 3D Tic-Tac-Toe, Golf and Home Run are pretty bland and generic — hardly offering much replay value.

We really like what DiscoveryBay and Atari are trying to do here with bringing us back to that arcade feeling of wobbling a joystick around and tapping buttons with fingers, but we can't help but feel the Atari Arcade is a huge missed opportunity to give modern day games the retro control treatment.

The Verdict

DiscoveryBay Games' Atari Arcade is filling a very small niche. It's the same market that those Atari Plug and Play TV joysticks occupy — only those come with a whole bunch of actually, dare we say, "fun" games. At the very least, the iCade finally has some competition.

We're really hoping partnerships are formed with other iOS developers to enable the Atari Arcade as a controller. As it stands, not being able to play a superb fighting game like Capcom's Street Fighter IV just doesn't seem to sit well. Asteroids is still great fun, but it's not quite as purdy as watching Ryu hadouken the hell out of Ken.

The Atari Arcade is scheduled to drop on October 2 at Target and then in November at Toys "R" Us and Walmart for $60. Take your pick, the iCade sells for a whopping $100. They're both considerably expensive peripherals, but when has any decent "appcessory" made for the iPad been cheap?

Make us proud Atari and give us a wider variety of game support and, please. Smoothing out those sensitivity issues would be nice, but as pointed out, that could be a issue problem than just Atari's hardware here.

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Wireless Security Cameras - Advantages And Disadvantages

Wireless security cameras are emerging as a very important tool for security purpose, whether it is the security of offices, streets, government building or bungalows. These cameras have proved a great help in tracking criminals or law breakers and minimizing the rate of criminal activities in a city. These are used in many ways like home security cameras watching the cars parked in no parking area or people breaking traffic rules in case of traffic controlling of city.

In government buildings and business offices these can be used to keep an eye on the people entering and leaving the premises or in parking area where visits are less, or watching the whole premises by the security officer sitting in the control room. It helps in round the clock surveillance and wireless security cameras thus security team can easily know whether there is any breach in security or not.

There are some advantages of these wireless camera security over the wired one.

1. These are not limited by cables. So it is easy to install them and get the signals sitting far away. It helps the monitoring on roads and in government buildings. Also it increases the area of functionality for these type of cameras.

2. The signals are transferred via Dome CCD Cameras air with the help of broadcast signals that make it possible to view them from anywhere if permission is granted. Like if you the access then you can see the signals with the help of internet also.

3. There are options for variety of images. You can get one of Box Cameras quality also. These come in 5:1 compression ratio that increases the image quality.

4. Now these are coming with options like email and SMS alerts so that the owner can know about wrong doing anytime even if he is not monitoring them. This is gaining popularity among people specially business class people.

But as we know that every coin has two faces, similar is the case with these security cameras. They are helpful in ensuring proper safety but also have some disadvantages like

1. They transfer signal via air with the help of broad cast signals so they can be jammed. If anyone knows the traveling frequency of signals then he can jam them or include distortion in them so that they can't be received properly at the other end.

2. Digital video recorders can sometime catch the signals and thus can hinder the security.

With good knowledge of wireless camera security, one can minimize these threats and can make effective use of these cameras.

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Top 10 ways to secure your smartphone

With smartphone ownership on the rise and users increasingly store important content on their phones, cybercriminals are more and more interested in these devices, which makes mobile security more pertinent than ever.

With the IT consumerization trend, there is a blurring of lines between personal and corporate devices, Myla Pilao, director of core technology marketing at Trend Micro's TrendLabs, told ZDNet Asia in an e-mail.
Citing research released last week by Ovum, she noted that Asia-Pacific mobile phone shipments is expected to hit 836 million by 2016. The market for smartphones will continue to grow and remain a key target of cybercriminals, Philippines-based Pilao added.

A Symantec report also revealed an increase of 42 percent in the number of new vulnerabilities detected in mobile operating systems. According to David Hall, Symantec's Asia-Pacific consumer product marketing manager, they jumped from 115 in 2009 to 163 in 2010.

In an e-mail, Hall noted that smartphones have paved the way for a single communications device, adding that people forget that they are susceptible to hacks and data leakages.

"We can anticipate that these earlier threats will continue to evolve," he said. "While these threats are limited and not likely to make significant inroads right away, their impact is likely to increase in the near future."
That said, there are ways for smartphone owners to minimize impact from data loss when their handsets are lost or stolen. ZDNet Asia uncovers from insiders in the IT security industry 10 measures users can take to secure their smartphones.

1. Set passwords

A simple password protection using a strong password or PIN makes it difficult for thieves to gain access, Hall of Symantec said.

Paul Ducklin, Asia-Pacific head of technology at Sophos, highlighted that a recent survey found that 22 percent of users had lost their mobile device in the past 12 months, of which nearly 70 percent of the phones were completely open to the person who found or stole them. The finder of a lost smartphone would be able to make calls, read e-mail, access private photos and even access online services, he explained in an e-mail.
"That's unacceptable in the modern Internet-connected world. Being slack about your own security actually affects other people," Ducklin said.

The security expert added that the main reason people don't protect their phones even with an elementary passcode is because they find it a hassle."They don't want the inconvenience of having to type in four extra digits before they make a phone call, or send an SMS, or indulge their Twitter addiction."

But Trend Micro's Pilao advised that even though typing in a password is time-consuming and tedious, this step ensures data is safe when the phone is physically lost. Passwords were after all created for a reason--to deter cybercriminals from accessing your data, she said.

2. Utilize all security features

People often forget to use the features in the smartphones that are already available at their disposal, Pilao said, and that a simple change in the settings is all it takes to add that level of security and safeguard privacy.
Most smartphones come with a phone lock option to enhance privacy, Pilao said, yet people do not use this feature and leave their phones unlocked and unsecured.

Smartphones that are equipped with a fingerprint lock option, such as the Motorola Atrix which has a biometric fingerprint reader, ought to be employed, Pilao added. "Currently, this is the safest option as it ensures that you are the only one who can access the information stored in your smartphone," she explained.

3. Download apps from reputable sources and update regularly

When downloading apps, users often unknowingly allow malware to be installed in their phones without even knowing how or why, Pilao noted.

Hall cautioned that users have to be wary of applications that do not cost anything. "Consumers sometimes forget to question the authenticity of free applications and downloading such applications can put them at risk of being attacked by criminals."

Only apps from reliable sources should be installed, such as official stores and developers, advised Luis Corrons, technical director at Panda Security's PandaLabs.

The Spain-based expert noted that there have been a number of cases this year whereby cybercriminals have taken legal, non-malicious apps, added malicious items and uploaded them to the Android Market as a free offering. This resulted in thousands of downloads and infections, he said.

Users should also ensure that they regularly update their apps to patch them as soon as a new security patch becomes available, Hall added.

Concurring, Corrons warned: "Many attacks use known security vulnerabilities which are already fixed, but many users don't regularly update and they get infected this way."

4. Disable Wi-Fi auto-connect option

With the promise of ubiquitous Internet, mobile phone users may have a tendency to enable their devices to automatically connect to Wi-Fi networks. Pilao pointed out that cybercriminals may take advantage of this by setting up phony Wi-Fi networks in popular areas to attract unsuspecting users and hijack their personal information.

Hall agreed, adding that often, consumers will use any wireless connection available without checking if they are secure.

Elaborating, Pilao said connecting to an open network may be easy, free and convenient but the process is risky. There is the potential for intrusion and identity theft because the information stored in the smartphone transits freely to the wireless router or access point and vice versa.

"Anyone on the same network can access your information," she said. "Turning the automatic wireless connection off is thus another mean to keep mobile threats at bay."

5. Consider a mobile security app

According to the Trend Micro spokesperson, being cautious about downloading and installing apps "just isn't enough because cybercriminals will never tire of coming up with ingenious ways to trick you into giving out personal information".

To that end, Pilao urged smartphone owners to use an effective security solution as it is still their "best bet".
Trend Micro's Mobile Security protects digital files stored on phones and secure mobile banking transactions, Pilao said, and identifies and stops malware before they infect devices and reduce vulnerabilities.
Android users can also protect their phones with Symantec's Norton Mobile Security, which upgrades that control over Android devices with antitheft, antimalware and call or SMS blocking capabilities, Hall said.

6. Use a SIM code

Sophos' Ducklin advised users to add a SIM (subscriber identity module) card code, which is only required when phones are rebooted. However, he noted that many users seem to think that a device password also protects their SIM so they don't bother to set a SIM-specific code, he said.

"SIMs are intended to allow you to plug your phone's identity into any other device, which is what a crook will do if their goal is to make free calls on your account," he explained.

Ducklin warned that if someone steals a user's SIM overseas and roaming is enabled, calls made by them will be extremely expensive and could quickly "cost thousands of dollars".

7. Sync phone for backup

Users should use syncing software to backup their digital data and secure crucial data on their computers, so nothing will not be lost should the mobile device be misplaced, said Symantec's Hall.
"Smartphones contain so much personal information that backing up should be standard practice," Hall noted. "Consumers often become complacent and forget to backup their data by syncing with another computer at regular intervals."

This makes it even more difficult to recover from loss of their device, he said.

8. Reduce location-sharing

Checking in and GPS capabilities on smartphones have opened up a "whole new world" of staying in touch with family and friends, Hall added, but these sharing come at a cost to personal privacy.
"Users should ensure they understand the privacy settings of location-aware applications and set them to a level that is suitable for them," Hall said.

Pilao added that users should keep their smartphones safe by properly configuring location and security settings. "Do not disclose your location so easily to strangers," she said. "Keep location broad instead of being specific."

9. Check before clicking links

Like computers, smartphones require certain levels of permissions especially when visiting Web sites they are not familiar with, Pilao noted, adding that users should still be wary of what they click.
"Many people make the mistake of clicking on links without checking their authenticity, especially URLS received via social media channels," she said. "Many links could potentially be malicious when executed without permission."

10. Understand permissions

Users should also be cautious when accepting requests for personal and device information, or when they come across other actions that aren't necessary for a certain app to work, Pilao warned.

"Giving your permission allows cybercriminals to use them as a backdoor program," she warned. "Cybercriminals can gather and send device information to a remote URL, or perform other functions without your authorization."

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Sony lifted the curtain on its upcoming Tablet S and Tablet P Officially Unveiled

Sony has finally lifted the curtain on its upcoming Tablet S and Tablet P, formerly known as the S1 and S2, at today's IFA event. While there is little left to known about this dynamic duo, it's nice to finally get an official look at each of them.

Previously known as the S1, Tablet S is a 9.4-inch Honeycomb 3.1 tablet that comes in the normal 16GB and 32GB variants, along with the dual-core Tegra 2 processor clocked at 1GHz under the hood. Around the outside of this wedge-shaped handheld you'll find a full size SD card reader, and five megapixel rear shooter. The S is set to hit the streets in a few weeks for $499 and $599, depending model.

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The clamshell S2 has taken on the name Tablet P, presumably for its Playstation-centric nature, rocks two 5.5 inch displays at 1024x800, a 1Ghz Tegra 2 processor, 5MP and VGA front and rear cameras, 4GB of storage, SD card slot, and a microUSB port. The P will also run on AT&T's network, but no word of pricing or availability just yet.

Sony laid the cross device connectivity on pretty heavy, as both devices are made to interact, control, and otherwise manipulate other Sony devices, such as Bravia HDTVs, via infared.
For full details, check out the press release below.

Two Optimally Designed Android™ Devices Deliver Portability, Easy Handling and an Immersive Entertainment Experience

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony today announced the market launch of its first two Sony Tablet™ devices. The Android-powered Sony Tablet S and Sony Tablet P devices combine unique hardware, content and network services with seamless usability to create a world of engaging networked entertainment experiences.

Available for pre-sale today and on shelves next month, the Sony Tablet S device is optimized for rich media entertainment on its 9.4-inch touchscreen display. With a powerful NVIDIA® Tegra™ 2 mobile processor, the Sony Tablet S device lets you enjoy the web as well as your favorite content and applications on its large, high-resolution screen. Weighing in at just about 1.33 lbs., its unique asymmetric design allows for hours of comfortable use and built-in Wi-Fi® compatibility means Internet connectivity virtually anywhere there's a hotspot.

Available later this year, the Sony Tablet P device is ideal for mobile communication and entertainment. With its innovative folding design, two 5.5-inch displays and weight at about 0.83 lbs., it can easily fit into a pocket, purse or backpack. It features the same NVIDIA® Tegra™ 2 mobile processor and is both Wi-Fi compatible and 4G capable exclusively on AT&T's mobile broadband network,(1) offering users access to digital content including videos, games, and e-mail, while on the go, nearly anytime.

Both devices run on Android, Android 3.1 on Sony Tablet S devices(2) and Sony Tablet P devices will be equipped with Android 3.2 by the time they ship. Both models feature front and rear facing cameras that allow for video recording and capturing still images. The devices also support micro USB interface and SD card.

Sony Tablet devices are also distinguished by four key features that set them apart from any other tablets on the market. These include: optimally designed hardware and software, a "swift and smooth" experience, network entertainment services and cross-device functionality.
"These devices truly represent the best of everything Sony has to offer," said Mike Lucas, senior vice president of Sony Electronics' Networked Technology and Services Division. "From hardware to software and services, Sony Tablet devices embody all our innovations rolled into one."

Optimally Designed Hardware and Software

Unlike other tablet devices, Sony Tablet S device has an ergonomic, asymmetric design which allows it to be easily held or carried for long periods of time. The unique form factor shifts the device's weight closer to your palm, making it feel lighter and more comfortable while reading an e-book or watching a video. The screen is sloped when placed on a flat surface, enhancing visibility and making typing more comfortable. Placing a Sony Tablet S device onto a specialized charging cradle (sold separately) converts the device into a digital photo frame, a digital clock that displays customizable information or chumby with access to over 1,500 fun and entertaining apps.

Software taking advantage of the unprecedented design of the Sony Tablet P device allows its dual screens to be used for different functions simultaneously such as playing video on one screen while using the other as a controller or reading email on one screen while using the other as a virtual keyboard. The displays can also be combined to form a single large screen for Internet browsing and more. By holding the device vertically, you can also read eBooks much in the same manner you would a physical book.

Both Sony Tablet devices are equipped with Sony's TruBlack™ displays which reduce reflection and glare from sunlight or fluorescent light for high-contrast visibility both indoors and out.

Swift and Smooth Experience

A combination of Sony technologies, Quick view and Quick touch, allow for faster loading of web pages, a highly responsive and fluid touch screen as well as an exceptionally intuitive user interface. The large keys of the virtual keyboard take full advantage of screen real estate while automatically adjusting to the task at hand. A numeric keypad pops up when inputting passwords and word suggestions or auto word complete make email and texting a breeze.

Networked Entertainment

Both Sony Tablet devices come complete with access to a full suite of Sony's network entertainment services.

• Sony Entertainment Network services: Video Unlimited is your ticket to the latest releases from every major movie studio to rent or own. A pre-open campaign for the Sony Tablet devices will be offered at device launch with limited content and more content will continue to be released over time.

• Music Unlimited, available in October, offers instant access to a global catalog of over 10 million songs from every major record label (numbers vary by country). Simply sync to the cloud and enjoy the music you love on Sony Tablet devices or any other Internet-enabled Sony device. A six month trial basic membership from Music Unlimited and a free movie download from Video Unlimited come with the purchase of each device.  

• PlayStation® Certified: Sony Tablet devices are the first PlayStation® Certified tablets that provide out-of-the-box gaming with included favorites "Crash Bandicoot" and "Pinball Heroes."

• Reader™ Store: Access bestsellers, new releases, classics, magazines and more from more than 2.5 million titles at Reader™ Store by Sony. The store's intuitive reading interface is ideal for on-the-go reading, allowing book lovers to set bookmarks, make highlights and adjust font sizes as they read. A free eBook download is included with the purchase of the device.

• Personal Space™ by Sony: This free service allows you to easily share pictures and videos captured on Sony Tablet devices. You can also access albums that were previously uploaded from other devices.

Video, music, games and other content can be directly accessed by way of the "Favorites" menu without the need to re-launch any of the respective applications.

Cross Device Connectivity

Control your home entertainment system and enjoy content in new ways. With Sony Tablet devices, you can "throw" personal pictures and video to DLNA compatible televisions such as BRAVIA® HDTVs with the touch of a button. You can also throw music to compatible wireless speakers such as Sony's HomeShare™ speakers. The Sony Tablet S device, which is equipped with infrared technology, can act as a remote control for multiple home entertainment components such as TVs, Blu-ray Disc™ players, cable and satellite boxes, and more. The built-in Universal remote not only controls your Sony products, but other brands as well. Sony Tablet S device is the world's first Android Tablet running Honeycomb with a built in A/V remote control. Both Sony Tablet devices are compatible with the Media Remote™ app which allows you to control Sony devices, including BRAVIA televisions, through Wi-Fi® technology.

Wide Range of Applications

A variety of applications add to the entertainment options. With access to the Android Market™, you can browse thousands of useful time-saving and fun apps. Sony Tablet devices also provide instant access to Google™ mobile services and applications, including 3D maps and easy web search with Google Voice Search. To make app discovery even easier, Sony offers its Select App site which highlights new and unique Android applications in a number of categories, recommended for Sony Tablet devices. Recommended applications will be spotlighted at launch with more to come in the following weeks and months.

Accessories, Pricing, Availability

A range of optional accessories includes a cradle, AC adapter, LCD screen protector, carrying case and USB adaptor cable for Sony Tablet S devices, and a rechargeable battery pack, AC adapter, LCD screen protector, carrying case and detachable panels for Sony Tablet P devices. A Bluetooth keyboard is also available for both models.

The Sony Tablet S device is available in both a 16 GB and 32 GB version and will be sold at Sony Stores including online and other authorized retailers nationwide for about $499 and $599, respectively. For more information, please visit www.sony.com/tablet or check out www.sony.com/tabletvideo for a video unboxing.

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Help Me, LAPTOP: How Do I Move Windows 7 to My New SSD?

Some say the best thing you can do for yourself is get a massage or start an exercise program or go on a (gasp) diet, but if you really wanna improve your life, get an SSD. Reader Osama plans to buy a new Corsair SSD at the same time he purchases an HP dm1z laptop, but he’s wondering how he’ll move the Windows 7 OS and programs from the old drive to the new. He writes:

A few months ago, I read an article in LaptopMag which suggested installing an SSD to improve a PC’s performance, among a list of other changes and upgrades. I have done a fair bit of research, and wish to install an SSD in the next laptop I purchase, in order to get a faster boot time and slightly better battery life.

I am about to purchase an HP dm1z (Specs: AMD E-350 Processor, 4GB RAM, 750GB 5400rpm HDD). I want to change the HDD with a Corsair 120GB SATA Solid State Drive. The HP will ship with Windows 7 installed on the 750GB hard drive (along with the other usual ‘bloatware’), and I intend to swap the HDD with the SSD before any installing any additional software. The HDD will later be formatted for use as a data storage drive.

My problem (or question) is: How can I smoothly transfer the Windows 7 on the 750GB HDD to the 120GB SDD, without causing any major problems for any of the related hardware? Bearing in mind that the HP dm1z does not have a DVD drive and I do not plan on buying an external DVD drive.

Most of the articles and/or forum posts I’ve read so far recommend a clean install of Windows 7 on the SSD. How can that be accomplished legally, without purchasing another copy of Windows 7?

Another circulating opinion suggests shrinking of the partition containing Windows 7 and using Acronis to clone that partition on the SSD. How will it be possible to go about this approach, and how feasible will it be?

The answer to Osama’s problem is really simple; he just needs the right disk imaging program and a wire to connect the SSD to the notebook while he performs the cloning. There’s no need to reinstall Windows or any other program on the SSD as the software will copy every piece of data bit by bit to the new drive.

Before you begin, purchase an external enclosure that will let you connect your SSD to the notebook’s USB port and use it as an external drive during the copy process. You can get a SATA to USB hard enclosure like this Vantec NexStar for under $10 on sites such as NewEgg. You’ll also need to download and install cloning software on the notebook. We recommend Acronis Migrate Easy, which costs $39.99, but has a free trial version that may run long enough to do the copy for you.

We have a full tutorial with pictures and video that explains how to do the drive cloning and SSD install. Follow those instructions and you should be good to go.

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Microsoft Plugs IE Hole Exposed in Contest - akkuschnell.de

Microsoft last week patched the last vulnerability in Internet Explorer (IE) used by a researcher in March to win $15,000 at the

The company had patched IE twice before to quash bugs exploited by Stephen Fewer of Harmony Security to bring down IE8 on Windows 7 at Pwn2Own. For his efforts, Fewer was awarded a cash prize of $15,000 and a Sony notebook.


 

Fewer chained three exploits , each for a different vulnerability, to bypass IE's sandbox, called "Protected Mode," and compromise IE8. Pwn2Own sponsor HP TippingPoint called the feat "impressive" at the time.

Microsoft patched the third IE bug in a multiple-flaw update to its browser, part of a 13-bulletin collection .
Although Microsoft credited Fewer in the MS11-057 bulletin for reporting the third vulnerability, it said the bug wasn't a security flaw. "Yes, this update addresses a Protected Mode bypass issue, publicly referenced as CVE-2011-1347," Microsoft said in response to an FAQ query, "Does this update contain any non-security related changes to functionality?"

At Pwn2Own, Fewer used the bypass bug to escape Protected Mode so he could circumvent the browser's sandbox, which allowed him to add a file to the machine, a task that mimicked a hacker's insertion of malware.

Fewer confirmed that last week's IE update fixed the final flaw he used at Pwn2Own.

"Yes MS11-057 patches the final bug, the protected mode bypass, that I used in my Pwn2Own exploit, the other two being a use-after-free which was patched in MS11-018 and an information leak patched in MS11-050," Fewer said today in an email reply to questions.

Earlier Flaws Addressed

MS11-018 and MS11-050 were the designations of the April and June bulletins, respectively, that patched the two other vulnerabilities he reported to Microsoft via TippingPoint's bug bounty program.

According to Aaron Portnoy, manager of TippingPoint security research team and the company's Pwn2Own organizer, Tuesday's IE update wraps up patching for the 2011 contest.

During Pwn2Own, Microsoft said that IE9, the browser that launched shortly after Fewer's hack, did not contain the bugs he exploited.

Including Tuesday's update, IE9 has been patched twice since its March launch. Of the August bugs Microsoft acknowledged as security issues, one was reported by Fewer.

"Yes, I have been doing some research into IE9 and actually my first IE9 vulnerability was also patched this Tuesday as part of MS11-057," Fewer said, referring to a separate bug he was credited with this week.
That flaw, dubbed "CVE-2011-1964," was reported via TippingPoint to Microsoft in May, and was ranked critical for IE9 when run on Vista or Windows 7.

Fewer wouldn't commit to taking on IE9 at next year's Pwn2Own, but he left the door open to a repeat performance. "I don't have any plans as of yet for next year's competition, but if I have a few new bugs handy closer to the time, who knows?"

August's security updates, including MS11-057 for IE, can be downloaded and installed via the Microsoft Update and Windows Update services, as well as through Windows Server Update Services.

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How to Choose the Right Mobile Browser for Your Android Phone?

Choosing a mobile browser is a lot like choosing a browser for your desktop. Do you want something light and speedy? Or is the ability to customize your online experience with add-ons and themes more important to you? Here's a look at some of the most popular Android browsers, to help you decide which browser is right for you.

Dolphin Browser HD

Dolphin Browser HD presents simplified versions of Web pages.If you're an RSS fiend, the Dolphin Browser HD may soon become your new best friend. Dolphin lets you create a webzine from the RSS feeds of popular websites. The webzine format presents simplified versions of Web pages, with much of the clutter removed to make them easier to read. Though Dolphin can't transform every website into a webzine, it's a handy tool for staying up-to-date on current events in any case. If a Web page can be turned into a webzine, the word 'Webzine' will be next to the URL in the address bar; tap Webzine to see the page in webzine format.

Aside from its webzine functionality, the Dolphin Browser HD supports gesture commands and tabbed browsing. With gesture commands, you can draw shapes on the touchscreen to issue specific instructions to your mobile device. You can draw a circle to reload the page, for example, or you can draw an F to instruct the browser to load Facebook. The Dolphin Browser HD loads Web pages fairly quickly, and it supports a few add-ons such as Read It Later and AdBlocker.

Firefox for Android

The Firefox for Android browser works with a multitude of add-ons.Love add-ons but don't feel satisfied by Dolphin HD's offerings? Then consider Firefox for Android, a portable version of the beloved desktop Firefox browser. Like its desktop counterpart, Firefox for Android is all about the add-ons.

Tons of add-ons are available for Firefox for Android, including URL Fixer, which corrects common typos in URLs, and Reading List, which lets you save Web pages for offline reading. You can even give your browser a custom skin after downloading the Personas add-on. Firefox for Android is great for users who want to tweak and tune their browsers, and add their own personal touches. Unfortunately, the app can be a bit slow to start up; and if you have an older or underpowered Android phone, you might want to steer clear of it because it uses a lot of RAM. Firefox for Android also supports tabbed browsing, and you can sync between it and Firefox on your desktop to pick up on one device right where you left off on the other.

Opera Mobile and Opera Mini

Speed is the strong point of Opera's two mobile browsers.Opera has two mobile browsers: the full-size (12MB) Opera Mobile, and the smaller (767KB) Opera Mini. Opera Mini sends your page requests to a server, which compresses them before sending them to your device. This arrangement makes browsing with Opera Mini much faster than browsing with Opera Mobile. On the other hand, Opera Mobile does a better job than Opera Mini of rendering pages to look the way they would on your desktop.

Opera Mini can load image and Flash-heavy sites in seconds, and it supports tabbed browsing so you can open multiple websites at once. The Opera Mobile browser is quite fast, too, and it offers the same features as the Mini. Unlike Firefox and Dolphin, however, the Opera browsers don't support add-ons. Instead, Opera loads its browsers with its own Android app store--accessible through the start page--so you can download Android apps like Angry Birds and sideload them onto your device. Because Opera's apps are curated, there are a lot fewer junk apps to contend with; but if you don't have a device that can sideload apps, the store will be useless to you. Both apps also have a synchronization feature for syncing your mobile bookmarks with the desktop version of Opera.

Stock Browser

The stock Android browser handles online searches, integrates with other preloaded apps, and works right out of the box.It's hard to beat the stock Android browser. With pinch-to-zoom, Flash capabilities, and a decent downloads manager, the Stock browser can handle just about anything you throw at it. It may not have the speed of Opera Mini or the customizability of Firefox and Dolphin, but it is handy for quickly searching online, and it integrates well with other preinstalled apps. You can share pages via email, Facebook, Twitter, or even text message. Unfortunately the stock browser gets updated only when Google updates the operating system--so if something isn't working, the patch may take a while to arrive. Regardless, the stock Android browser is great for people who want something that works right out of the box.

So Which Browser Is Right for You?

Choosing the right browser depends on what you value most while surfing the Net. If you want Web pages to load quickly and you don't care about add-ons, grab the Opera Mini browser. If you like to tweak settings and customize your browser, Firefox mobile will satisfy your need for browser control. News addicts will love Dolphin's webzine capabilities for easy reading on the go. If you don't want any fancy extras and just want to get online through your phone, the stock Android browser should meet with your approval.

Though we looked at only the most popular browsers in the Android Market, plenty of others exist as well. With a little digging, you can probably find a mobile browser that does exactly what you need. If you have a favorite browser that you use on your mobile device, tell us about it in the comments below!

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