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Multiple iOS apps are reportedly sharing sensitive data with Facebook (updated)
At least 11 popular apps are reportedly sharing people's sensitive data with Facebook, even if they don't have an account on the social network. The Wall Street Journal found that apps which can help track personal information such as body weight, menstrual cycles and pregnancy are sending such details to Facebook.
Natural Cycles says contraceptive app is more effective than the pill
Contraceptive app Natural Cycles is more effective than the pill, according to the latest and largest study into the app's efficacy. After testing 22,785 women throughout 224,563 menstrual cycles, the startup found the app provided 99 percent contraceptive effectiveness if used perfectly. If used "typically", the app was 93 percent effective. The contraceptive pill, meanwhile, is 91 percent effective.
DuoFertility skin patch keeps watch on ovulation
It's been quite a while since we've seen any significant advances in ovulation monitoring technology, but this new DuoFertility skin patch looks set to shake things up a bit, with it taking an always-on approach to keeping tabs on your (or your significant other's) fertility status. That's done with the help of a patch worn under the arm, which continuously monitors basal body temperature and can be read at any time in just a few seconds with the aid of the reader (pictured above). If you need a bit more information, you can then plug the reader into your PC and get your fertility status in chart and graph form. No word on a release 'round these parts just yet, but those in Europe will apparently be able to pick 'em up "later this year" for $1,000 apiece.[Via Coolest Gadgets]
