Why you should care about iPhone data collection
Not everyone is concerned that iPhones track and store information about user locations, but Wired explains why the feature creates a security risk. Original post
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Ray LaHood — A rising social media star
LA Metro’s blog The Source writes about U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood — an unlikely social media star — and his latest YouTube video. Original post
MBTA commuter rail apps coming soon
MBTA commuter rail customers will soon be able to track the location of their trains with some new apps, according to general manager Richard Davey. Original post
Feds have questions for Apple
A day after two researchers reported that the iPhone tracks and stores data about user locations, members of Congress want answers. Original post
Bike-sharing comes to Boston
Hubway, a new bicycle-sharing program for Boston (MA), will have 600 bicycles and 61 stations across the city starting in July. Original post
Pace adds real-time info for paratransit pickups
Pace (IL) is testing a system that will provide paratransit customers with an automated phone call 10-15 minutes before their ride is scheduled to arrive. Original post
Every little step you take: iPhone tracks user locations
Two researchers have discovered that the iPhone keeps track of location data in a hidden file on the device, raising concerns about user privacy. Original post
Cincinnati seeks feedback on Google Transit
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority is currently testing Google Transit and is looking for customer feedback. Original post
Amtrak taps into fan base to improve security
Amtrak announced its Partners for Amtrak Safety and Security program, which invites rail fans to stay on the alert for suspicious events or people. Original post
MBTA introduces Commuter Connect
The MBTA announced Commuter Connect, a tool to allow developers to incorporate the functionality of the MBTA’s customer comment form into apps. Original post