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Backfire! Sleep apps may actually be causing insomnia
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This one browser blocks tracking cookies by default
You can’t think of the modern internet without thinking of cookies. No, not the delicious kind that you eat — the digital kind. The kind that attaches itself to your browser, saves information about your computer and tracks what you do online. Nobody wants to sacrifice privacy for a more convenient online experience, but one software developer is taking a firm stand against activity tracking cookies. Its browser is one of the most popular on the internet, and now, it’s getting a new set of privacy-enhancing features — including the ability to block cookies right from the get-go.
Beware! There's a clever new way hackers can break into your phone
If it’s not one thing, it’s another. Smartphones and tablets are great to have, but hackers keep finding ways to get into our devices. And new technology brings about more dangerous hacks. Well, get ready — a new hack may be on the horizon.
What is an RFID blocker and how can it protect you?
RFID technology is everywhere. It’s used on your credit cards, car keys, ID badges and any device that reads information wirelessly. It also makes our devices vulnerable to thieves. We’ll explain how these wireless radio frequencies can be used to hack your stuff, as well as ways to protect yourself.
5 royalty-free music sites to use for your projects
Video technology has advanced to the point where almost anyone can make professional-quality films at home. You just need a little time and know-how. Once your masterpiece video is complete you’re going to want to add some cool music. But, where can you find royalty-free tunes without violating copyright laws? Check this article out and we’ll tell you about five sites that let you download free music for your projects.
FCC says your phone carrier can block robocalls by default - here's what that means
The U.S. government stepped up and made it easier for your carrier to block robocalls. What does that mean for you? We’ll explain the FCC’s new rule, and how it might reduce (but not eliminate) annoying telemarketing calls.
Analyze and diagnose your PC's hardware issues
With a world of intertwined parts housed in ever-smaller housing, it’s easy to be oblivious about what’s going on ‘ under the hood’ of a PC. Unfortunately, with daily wear and tear, it is anticipated a desktop will become sluggish, overheat or require a replacement part during its lifespan. While performance and other issues occur with any form of technology, determining the root of the problem can be quite a challenge.
How to turn off autocorrect on your Android
Autocorrect is everyone’s best friend and worst enemy. When you’re texting a big message, you’re bound to misspell a word, especially when using the small buttons on a smartphone. However, it’s also probable you are typing some words correctly and autocorrect doesn’t interpret your idea properly. It can be very frustrating. Luckily, Android has simple solutions to help fix the small bugs of autocorrect.
Do you power down your home network when you're not using it? Should you? Here's why and how.
We all get a little better about turning off lights and electronics when we leave the house once we start paying our own power bills. But what about electronic systems that have to be powered constantly, like your home internet network? Should you keep that on when you’re out of the house? Read this article and we’ll tell you why it’s a good idea to power down along with the easiest ways to do it.
Look, up in the sky! It's my package. Amazon to start drone delivery 'within months'
In 2013, Amazon announced radical new plans for its next-generation delivery system: unmanned, autonomous aerial drones that deliver packages in record time. These miniature robots would be able to ship cargo from warehouse to doorstep faster than mail carriers can. For the first time in history, a major company will be working to standardize robot delivery on a massive scale — and Americans will be among the first to see it in action. Though it sounds futuristic, it’s coming sooner than you think.
Why autocorrect makes so many mistakes on iPhone and iPad and how to correct it
Autocorrect is everyone’s best friend and worst enemy. Yet, it can be frustrating, especially when it misses things it should have caught and when it corrects things it shouldn’t — we’ve all experienced that. Apple has simple solutions to help fix the small bugs of autocorrect.