Unsolicited robocalls have become a bit of an epidemic lately. A recent study shows that the number of spam calls has been rising across the country at an extremely rapid pace. Here are 3 ways to help stop them!
Get Firefox’s new browser that’s super fast
Our gadgets are constantly being upgraded to be faster and more powerful. Think about how much more advanced today’s smartphones, tablets and desktop computers are compared to just a few years ago. It’s been an amazing leap forward.
But to get the most out of what your gadgets can accomplish, we need software technology that can keep up. For example, your web browser of choice needs to be as efficient as possible in both speed and memory usage. I have good news, a new and improved version of Firefox has been released that will cover those requirements.
Firefox Quantum launched November 14, 2017.
Mozilla said Firefox Quantum is powered by a new, cutting-edge engine and is twice as fast as the current version. Not only that but Quantum’s new engine uses 30 percent less memory than Chrome, so other programs won’t slow down during browsing.
The new Firefox browser also comes loaded with intuitive features like in-browser screenshots and more. Here are some of Quantum’s features:
- New Tab – Search across multiple sites, view your top pages and discover new content.
- Library – You can enjoy everything that you have saved to Firefox while browsing in one, easy place.
- Extensions – Personalize Firefox with your favorite extras.
- Mobile browsing – Access your bookmarks, open tabs and passwords across all your devices.
To learn more about Firefox Quantum and download the browser when available, click on the link we’ve provided below in the blue boxes. You can enter your email address on its site to be notified on launch updates and announcements. Or, click here if you’re reading this article using the Komando.com app to visit the Quantum site page today.
Free PDF file creator that's so easy to use
In the digital world, PDFs meet all of the industry standards for publishing. For example, have you ever emailed a document to someone and had them complain the formatting was all messed up when they opened it? Maybe they couldn’t even open the file because they didn’t have the right program.
A simple new way to make money on YouTube
Google is making it easier than ever to make money on YouTube. If viewers like what they’re watching, they can now “tip” the video creator to support new content in the future. It’s like crowdfunding for YouTube!
How to manage devices for Apple Music
If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, you might be running into a snag. In this Komando.com Flash Tip, we help you avoid reaching your device limit to keep the music playing.
Check out this weird Swiss sport that's a cross between baseball and golf
Unless you’ve spent some time in Switzerland, you probably have never heard of “Hornussen.” It’s this weird sport that looks like a mix of baseball and golf, and you play it with this really long, whip-like stick. Watch this video to see how it’s played.
ULTRA-RARE footage of the most famous fighter pilot ever
If you’re interested in history or aviation, you cannot miss this footage. It was just posted online, and I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s from 1917, and it’s an up-close and personal look at the most legendary combat pilot who ever lived, the infamous Red Baron, Manfred Von Richthofen. Watch the extremely rare, extremely old footage and relive history.
Watch the beautiful, controversial body image video that created a firestorm online
When you’re sitting at home on your computer or tablet, it’s so easy to add your commentary to the popular issues of the day. That’s one of the things I love about the Internet. But there’s a dark side. I’ve been on the receiving end of some outrageous online comments so I can relate to this woman. Watch her excellent video about body image and cyberbullying.
Watch an old-fashioned scythe DESTROY a modern weed wacker in a race
It seems like in our endless quest to improve our lives with technology, we sometimes end up just making things worse! Exhibit A: the scythe. It’s thousands of years old, but we still can’t make a handheld machine that cuts grass as fast! Watch an experienced landscaper go head-to-head with the British scythe champion.
One guy set up a hidden camera in his hotel room. You'll be shocked at what it recorded
Do you ever leave items laid out in your hotel room while you’re away? You might want to stop – but only if this hidden camera video is any indicator. This happened at a “brand named” hotel. Watch what happened in this outrageous video.
Your favorite Southern belle comedienne is back with a new stand-up bit
Who doesn’t LOVE Jeanne Robertson? I’ve shown you some of her stand-up comedy before and it’s hilarious. This one’s about finding the humor in Halloween as a 6-foot-2-inch seventh grader. I laughed so hard at the punch line near the end!
David Blaine steals George W. Bush's watch during impressive magic tricks
The famous street magician starts off by explaining a card trick to the former president. But then, Blaine surprises him with a bunch of tricks that President Bush can’t believe.
Most dangerous intersection in the world
Thousands of vehicles and pedestrians travel through one of the busiest intersections in the entire country of Ethiopia every day. Not one of them stops at a stoplight or stop sign – because there aren’t any! You have to see this insane time-lapse of the square. It looks like utter pandemonium!
Unbelievable! You have to hear this insane real-life 'Hunger Games' bird call
If you’ve never heard of the Lyre bird, you’re in for a treat. I had to pick my jaw up off my desk. I won’t spoil what it sounds like for you. You just have to hear its incredible call for yourself.
No way! This teenager sounds JUST LIKE Elvis
Get ready to pick your jaw off the floor. Seriously. This 16-year-old kid from Quebec sounds EXACTLY like Elvis Presley. Apparently the King ain’t dead, he’s just been living in Canada all this time! You have to hear his version of “Blue Christmas.”
What does a porcupine sound like?
Everyone knows what noises dogs, cats and cows make — but what does a porcupine sound like? You’d never guess they could sound so adorable. This rescued porcupine is named Kemosabe and he’s quite the chatterbox!
The tragedies of texting and driving
Texting and driving is an epidemic that claims more and more lives every day. Here are just a few stories out of thousands of heartbreak and loss. Please, put your phone away. There’s no call or text more important than a life.
Hilarious Japanese gymnastics comedy
No words can describe this side-splitting comedy routine. All I can say is it deserves a perfect 10! Two guys perform on the pommel horse for a Japanese comedy show.
Girl survives with half her brain
At the age of 3, Cameron Mott began having debilitating seizures. She was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition that only has one treatment: removal of one half of the brain.
Giant squid attacks boat
Talk about an extreme close-up! This film crew caught the first-ever footage of a living giant squid, and the squid didn’t seem too happy about it. Maybe they just didn’t film its good side.