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We’ve touched on the risks that come with updating to the newest version of Windows. But the latest edition offers major changes that make an already solid operating system even more easy to use and master. Are these new features filled with glitches and bugs? We’ll break down the changes for you, as well as our take on whether you should make the jump.
Facebook’s at it again. Now you have to be careful about what you share on Facebook because it could let advertisers guess your credit score. We all know Facebook harvests our personal data and sells or gives it to third-parties. What you may not know is that it also siphons your past locations, interests, demographic information and friend groups.
If you’ve been patiently waiting for an updated iPod touch, Apple has a refreshed version on the way. It’s been 4 years since the previous model, and there are a few minor modifications with the latest. But why would Apple choose to release a new iPod touch?
You’ve got a song stuck in your head, but you can’t place the artist or name. Or, you’re out and about and you hear a great song and you must add it to your library … but what’s the name? There are several apps for that, and we’ve vetted three of them for you, that will identify songs based on your question, by tapping and listening, or by searching lyrics.
Regardless of whether it’s you or a close relative who has been diagnosed with a serious disease, it is important to understand the information a doctor is giving you. With consultations lasting only 20 minutes or sho, it is difficult to digest what is being said, much less understood. A new app has been developed to help you record the information the doctor is relaying to you and share it with members of your family.
Misinformation is a serious problem on YouTube, and it’s starting to get people hurt. A perfect example is “Miracle Mineral Solution,” a chemical tonic promoted by a healer and self-proclaimed “space bishop.” According to him, this medicine can cure a variety of ailments — including autism. But make no mistake, Miracle Mineral Solution does nothing of the sort. It’s actually a completely different chemical, one that’s poisonous if swallowed: bleach. Worse yet, people are actually consuming it!
Taking a dream vacation is something most of us, well, dream about. The fun begins as soon as you reach your destination. The hardest part is all the planning and keeping track of travel and events. Don’t worry, the Google Trips app and web portal has your back.
Taking a screenshot on your Android gadget is a great way to capture a moment. The problem with a screenshot is it only captures still images or single frames from a video. If you’re trying to give someone a step-by-step tutorial on how to do anything, you’ll wind up sending a ton of pictures. Fortunately, Android offers a better option for you than the typical screen shot.
People know it is you calling when your caller ID pops up on their phone, but it doesn’t have to be like that. There are two ways to keep your identity secret while making a call: one is permanent; the other is temporary on a call-by-call basis.
YouTube is the undisputed king of video-sharing platforms, but not everyone is on board with its brand of hosting and data collection. With growing scandals and moderation issues on YouTube’s part, many video-lovers are scrambling for alternative platforms to enjoy the content they crave. Thankfully, YouTube isn’t the only streaming video site on the web. A range of viable competitors exist, each with their own pros and cons that can easily satisfy YouTube expats hungry for fun, new material.