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IBM AppScan is Secure For IPhone Developers Against Hackers

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IBM has recently launched a new application to help developers secure their code and data in iOS applications. AppScan 8.7 searches through iOS application code and alerts developers when it finds any flaws. This software also analyses the apps that developers might want to use on Apple devices to check for vulnerabilities. Meanwhile it alerts the IT security personnel’s about the potential threats.

IBM said that over 45.6 billion siOS app were downloaded in 2012, which is why securing Smartphone and other iOS devices should be a top priority for organizations. IBM has developed AppScan Source application after analyzing over 40,000 mobile APIs by using Apple’s Software Development Kit (SDK). These API profiles were added to the IBM AppScan Source Security Knowledge-base and tied to the analysis engine.

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IBM AppScan Source 8.7 for iOS is expected to hit the market on 25th of March. IBM claims that it will facilitate the users the ability to improve security quality without sacrificing the time to market of mobile application projects. It will also allow the FIs and others, to protect each mobile application release in the face of constant updates. The new security protocol is part of IBM’s over-arching Mobile First initiative.

In addition, IBM AppScan 8.7 can reduce the cost of developing secure applications by finding early security vulnerabilities in the development cycle. It provides developers with a view where flaws may surface in their applications, allowing potential security drawbacks to be handled at an early stage and avoiding further pitfalls in development process.

New Features in IBM AppScan 8.7 include:

Multiple Language Support:

The software also features language support for Objective-C, JavaScript, Java which includes the ability to call APIs and data flow analysis that would generate trace information. This new feature enables organizations to build secure enterprise mobile apps, regardless of technology, employees and partners.

US Government Regulation Compliance:

Provides compliance with two crucial standards – Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) Publication 140-2 and Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6).

“This project showcases IBM’s execution of its [Mobile First] strategy to help clients incorporate security into their infrastructure and solutions from the design, development and testing phases rather than leaving security to become an afterthought,” said Caleb Barlow, director of application, data and mobile security, IBM.

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Most companies have stated that their customers are looking for ways to secure their apps and data. Hence secure mobile apps and auto security tests are a must to ensure their customers that their data are safe.

With respect to iphone development, Caleb Barlow also quoted “security into the infrastructure and solutions from the design, development and testing phases rather than leaving security to become an afterthought.” AppScan Source for iOS is said to be available from 25th of March. IBM started its AppScan range of products in 2008, and has previously launched a version that scans Android apps.

Top 6 Speculations For Cloud Technology in 2013

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Technology enthusiasts have already considered Cloud computing as the hottest topic of this year. Almost every industry, from Finance to IT sectors is shifting their attention to use cloud services as an essential tool for faster development.

Here we have outlined some analysts’ predictions for this year of cloud technology:

  • Private clouds will be more widespread: Over the coming months, there will be a massive shift to private clouds, performed by almost every Industry. It might even bring to an end the need of on-site cloud admins and managers. The cloud services will then be managed off-premises, remotely by someone else.
  • Cloud and mobile will unite to work as one: Many cloud projects are motivated by the extensive use of mobile devices to access back-end cloud applications. Virtually every SaaS applications are connected to a mobile client. It also seizes the database and traffic, so it is predicted that all the major cloud computing services would be united with the mobile technology to solve the issue.
  • There will be more personal clouds than ever: The personal cloud will increasingly replace the PC usage. It will be more convenient for the users to find their contents and services without depending on the location. The personal cloud will shift the focus from specific client services to comprehensive cloud-based facilities delivered across the devices.
  • More cloud services provides: The IT organizations will gradually be starting internal cloud services provider roles by administering the requirements, and utilization of mixed and complex cloud services for their own users as well as business partners.
  • Industry-specific cloud solutions:  There will be cloud solutions, specifically designed to serve various markets, such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, R&D etc. And also the need of specialized security features and processes for each vertical market
  • Cloud will be ubiquitous with a more generic view:  It is predicted that people will finally stop saying that everything is going ‘cloud,’ and they will actually get real about the fact. Cloud would not need any special notice or training. Any IT professional of user can set a cloud service up and running.

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New Features Updates Of IOS 6.1

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Earlier this week, out of uncertainty, Apple released an iOS 6.1 update for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This update is the first major update to iOS 6, since its launch in the last year. There have been minor updates before this, such as iOS 6.0.1 and iOS 6.0.2, but they were flawed with issues. The features introduced in iOS 6.1 are not necessarily groundbreaking, but as a fix and improvements to its previous mistakes. Let’s take a look at these features.

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  • ‘Siri’ Integration To Search Movies:

Siri has made it extremely simple to find movies, and then buy tickets from Fandango. It is also required to install the Fandango iPhone application to make this feature actually work.  Movies lovers would find this feature to be an extremely fitting update.

  • Apple Maps App:

Apple has definitely improved its Map App with this update. Some of the previous bugs are fixed but hasn’t been solved completely. Along with this it has also added a prominent ‘report a problem’ button.

  • Music Controls:

There is a newly fashioned Lock Screen Music controls in iOS 6.1. When the home button is pressed twice, the music controls pops up. It has been featured to access the music even if the screen is locked. The control interfaces and theme also go well with the Music app itself.

  • Fixed Wi-Fi Issues:

iOS 6.1 on iPhone 5 has resolved all issues from iOS 6.0.2 update. The network connection seems to be strong and stable.

Along with all these features it has also fixed the issue of unexpected OS boot where as the power management is still not satisfying with this update.

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Andolasoft is a leading iPhone application development company offering a comprehensive range of iOS solutions to our global customers. With expertise in HTML 5, CSS, iOS, iPhone SDK, and Cocoa framework, we develop stunning applications to reach a wider audience. With the release of iOS 6.1 it has facilitated our developers to explore new possibilities for application development.

Technology to run Android on Windows without emulation

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android31There are numerous operating systems available in the market such as windows, MacOSX, Linux etc. But there is no way to run Android OS natively on a computer. In order to carve this problem, advancements have been made to run Android on a windows system without a simulator. It will enable the Android operating system to run on ‘Windows’ kernel instead of its usual ‘Linux’ kernel. This system will detach the need of an emulation layer, therefore making the android OS performance ultra-fast.

Some of the first hand users said that this wasn’t the first application to run Android on windows but its ability to negate the use of emulation layer, is what makes it welcoming.

The system is currently believed to be working with Android 4.0 and could be installed on Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista. But in order to set-up the application, it would require a little android application development familiarity, more than the basic knowledge of using an android Smartphone. Once installed, it can be used like a native android OS on a computer. It will be enabled to run all kinds of android applications including the 3D games. This technology will bring new possibilities to run simulated environment on a different OS, without any hindrances.

At Andolasoft we develop the most intriguing android mobile applications for individuals and from start-ups to established companies. We’ve an expertise team of android application developers developing the most innovative apps for all android devices.

How to do tagging in Rails with gem ‘Acts_as_taggable_on’

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ror41Tagging is a way to give a keyword and search by that particular keyword. In Rails “acts-as-taggable-on” is one of the popular gem for tagging. With ‘acts_as_taggable_on’, you can tag a single model on several contexts, such as skills, interests, and awards

Below is an example to describe how to implement it in a Rails application:

    Step#1

  • Add the gem to your Gemfile:
    • gem ‘acts-as-taggable-on'
  • Then run the bundle
    • bundle install

    Step#2

  • Run the generator command
    • rails g acts_as_taggable_on:migration
  • Run the migration file
    • rake db:migrate

    This migration will create two tables in the database: tags and taggings.
    Step#3
    Now you have to modify your model where you want to implement tagging.
    For example, we like to implement the tagging on Post model.

  • Add the following codes to the “Post” model to have acts_as_taggable and also add a “tag_list” field to the attr_accessible list.
    • attr_accessible :content, :name, :tag_list
acts_as_taggable

    Step#4

  • Add a new field to your post form.
    • <%= f.label :tag_list, "Tags (separated by commas)" %>
<%= f.text_field :tag_list %>

    Step#5

  • Add the following codes, if you want to show the tags for the tagged posts in the listing page:
    • <% @posts.each do |post| %>
<h2><%= link_to post.name, post %></h2>
<%= simple_format post.content %>
<p>
Tags: <%= raw post.tag_list.map { |t| link_to t, tag_path(t) }.join(', ') %>
</p>
<% end %>

    Step#6

  • Modify your route file to get the tags
    • get 'tags/:tag', to: 'posts#index', as: :tag

    Step#7

  • Modify your controller:
    • class PostsController < ApplicationController
def index
if params[:tag]
@posts = Post.tagged_with(params[:tag])
else
@posts = Post.all
end
end
end

Voila! You have done it.

Role of Cloud Testing in Applications

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All business applications are now becoming more dynamic and component-based. Industries are now shifting towards cloud computing for better productivity. But to ensure the functionalities of these cloud-based applications, Cloud testing plays a major role in the Cloud industry. 

Cloud testing is the testing processes which are executed with the use of cloud resources. It is helpful when the testing process includes many test machines like several workstations for load testing. It is also helpful while testing application that operates over a LAN or the Web like on a client’s server.

Now let’s take a look at some of the major requirement of Cloud testing

  • Sufficient test models and criteria

QA engineers should be provided with sufficient test models and criteria that support cloud and web application testing. These test models and criteria should be in areas like SaaS and Cloud-based application. This scalability model is used to validate or measure the performance of the system. It also requires Integration models and criteria to address cloud-based connectivity protocols and APIs for end-to-end application integration across the cloud.

  • Proper test methods and solutions

The requirements and features of cloud applications are in continuous change, for which it requires newer test methods and solutions. Methods like continuous validation and regression testing solutions for the applications which change continuously due to bug fixing and feature updates. Application tester should also be given automatic testing facilities for the multi-lease feature of cloud computing.

At Andolasoft we have expertise team of quality annalist and testing engineers with strong market specific testing experience to provide extensive Quality Assurance services throughout the product life-cycle. We also execute cloud-based testing to provide the best in quality product services.