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A software bug in the Apple iPhone caused alarms to fail globally on January 1st, 2011, with some devices not self-correcting until January 5th. Tech journalists are criticized for failing to perform a technical analysis of the clock synchronization error, instead relying on official corporate statements. The incident raises concerns about Apple's ability to perform silent over-the-air updates without user notification.
A widespread software glitch in the Apple iPhone 4 prevents non-recurring alarms from sounding on January 1 and 2, 2011. One host describes oversleeping after his device failed to trigger, leading to a debate regarding the reliability of smartphones versus traditional battery-backed alarm clocks. The discussion highlights Apple's perceived corporate arrogance and the tendency for modern users to rely on mobile devices for timekeeping.
FBI Cell Phone Tapping, Roving Bugs, AT&T Spook Central
The FBI has the capability to remotely activate cell phone microphones to listen to conversations even when the device is turned off, a technique known as a "roving bug." This surveillance method was reportedly used against organized crime families in New York. A specific AT&T building in San Francisco is identified as "Spook Central," a windowless cube suspected of being a major intelligence hub for the West Coast.
