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What is Fuschia, Google's secret new OS?
If you enjoy Google software like Android and Chrome, then you may be excited about their new software venture. The tech giant has recently released a few details about their mysterious new third operating system.
The OS is called Fuchsia and there is fairly wide-ranging speculation on what it may be intended for. Could it be that Google is replacing their highly successful Android OS for smartphones? Maybe this is a new Windows replacement by Google.
You will be shocked at how much you are sharing with complete strangers on Facebook
Do you know anyone who doesn’t use Facebook at this point? Those people are hard to find now that there are 2 billion active monthly users worldwide.
Whenever a site has extremely high traffic like this it becomes a goldmine for hackers and scammers. That’s why you really need to be careful with what you’re posting.
HP recalls laptops for overheating batteries
What’s going on in the world of batteries? A couple of weeks ago, Apple admitted to slowing down iPhones with failing batteries.
This comes not long after Samsung’s nightmare with its Galaxy Note 7. The popular smartphone had an issue with overheating batteries causing them to explode.
You've been charging your smartphone wrong
No matter how vital a smartphone is in our daily lives, it is useless if it runs out of juice. That’s why the last thing that you need is a less than optimal, or worse, a dead smartphone battery. But are you charging your smartphone properly? According to research, you are probably making charging mistakes that are shortening your battery’s lifespan.
Some apps do listen through your phone's mic to track you
If you have been suspecting that something is listening, you are not imagining it. A new study found there are apps you download on your phone that can listen in on you. And it might not be what you think. If you have any of these apps on your phone, watch out!
Cold weather can ruin your phone - Here are ways to protect it
The winter freeze is in full swing and the cold can wreak havoc on many things in our lives. Don’t forget about your phones: The cold can actually ruin it! There are certain things you can do to keep your device safe.
Guide to streaming video services
Are you paying too much for cable or satellite? The cost to simply watch television these days can be outrageous. That’s why “cutting the cord” is all the rage. More people than ever are getting rid of cable or satellite TV and turning to online streaming services.
5 hidden Facebook tricks you need to start using
Facebook could be a boon or a bane, it depends on how you look at it, but with more than 1 billion active users, people are finding it to be the former. We could all agree that it is definitely an important tool for many people to connect with friends, family, acquaintances and to some extent, the world in general.
Listen to police and emergency radio broadcasts
One of the most valuable things in an emergency is real-time information. You can plan and strategize all you want, but up-to-date information could be the most useful tool you have. For any and all emergency situations you’ll want an emergency radio, and for everything else, you’ll want to check out your options for police scanners.
Grab these free Windows essential apps
Microsoft’s operating system comes with good, basic software that can you can use on your computer. For example, Windows 10 has the web browser Edge, a calculator, alarm clock, maps and other tools.
If you want it to do more than the basics, though, you can pay for Microsoft Office 365 and you can add third-party software, like photo editors, graphics programs, utilities, games, productivity software and much more. (Bonus: You can find many of those in the Komando.com Downloads section.)