Just like in the last two years, Google is using the beginning of March to launch the first developer preview of the next version of Android. Android P, as it’s currently called, is still very much a work in progress and Google isn’t releasing it into its public Android beta channel for over-the-air updates just yet. That’ll come later. Developers, however, can now download… Read More
Just like in the last two years, Google is using the beginning of March to launch the first developer preview of the next version of Android. Android P, as it’s currently called, is still very much a work in progress and Google isn’t releasing it into its public Android beta channel for over-the-air updates just yet. That’ll come later. Developers, however, can now download… Read More
The UK’s data protection agency will push for increased transparency into how personal data flows between digital platforms to ensure people being targeted for political advertising are able to understand why and how it is happening. Read More
The Apple Watch introduced a fundamentally new way of interacting with a smartwatch. This means there are a whole lot of new tricks to learn about, of course. The latest software version, watchOS 4, brought a lot of new features to the Apple Watch. While we have extensively covered the headline features in watchOS 4, there are a few little-known Apple Watch tricks that aren’t apparent at the first glance. Here’s the scoop you have to know. 1. Set an Image From Gallery as Custom Watch Face Unlike Android Wear, watchOS doesn’t let you set custom third-party watch faces. If...
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Fans of particular platforms love to point out when competitors steal features. By now, it’s clear that Apple has copied Samsung, Google has copied Apple, and so on with dozens of other companies in a confusing diagram. However, what you might not have noticed is how much Windows 10 has borrowed from smartphone operating systems like Android and iOS. It’s all part of our digital evolution and how they go on to influence our habits. Let’s take a look at some of the many ways that the latest version of Windows breaks from earlier conventions. 1. Modern Apps Perhaps the...
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Fishbrain, the Sweden-made mobile app and social network for sport fishing, is disclosing $13.5 million in Series B funding. The round is led by B Capital Group, the VC fund founded by Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, with participation from SoftBank Ventures Korea, and existing investors Northzone, and Industrifonden. Read More
When future generations look back on 2018 what will they remember? Not much, I suspect, except for this amazing robot that can solve a Rubik’s cube in .38 seconds. The video, above, shows the cube in an unsolved position and then the actuators jump into action, slamming squares into place like some kind of crazed version of Will Smith’s character in The Pursuit of Happyness. Created… Read More
Gmail is one of the most popular email services on the planet, so it’s no surprise that people want to check it easily from everywhere. Thankfully, Gmail is integrated with so many services you’d be surprised just how many ways there are to check your Gmail inbox. Would you believe that there are over 21 ways to take a quick peek at new emails? It’s true. Whether it’s on your smartphone, desktop, laptop, browser, and even your smart home devices, you can stay aware of any new incoming email. What You’ll Get Out of This Article This article will guide...
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Nearly one in five U.S. adults today have access to a smart speaker, according to new research out this week from Voicebot.ai. That means adoption of these voice-powered devices has grown from around 1 percent reach among U.S. adults to nearly 20 percent in just two years – or 47.3 million U.S. adults. To clarify, “access to a smart speaker” means the adults have one in… Read More
Transferring data between two devices is often a time consuming mess. Cables, unreliable Bluetooth connections, and significant patience are all part of our collective suffering. Fortunately, an alternative exists in the form of Wi-Fi Direct. Developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance, Wi-Fi Direct promises to deliver the speed of a traditional Wi-Fi network. Two devices are able to communicate directly, without the need of an internet connection. Of course, no new technology is without downsides. According to research presented at Black Hat Europe 2017, Wi-Fi Direct may be compromising our security. In doing so, it unwittingly grants hackers an easy way...
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After bringing its pared-down Android app Messenger Lite to mature markets like the US and UK last autumn, Facebook is expanding its features to ramp up engagement. Today, the company announced that it is adding video chat into the mix. Messenger Lite, first launched in 2015 was initially part of an effort from Facebook to build more apps to boost usage in developing countries, where… Read More
Your Raspberry Pi can do a whole host of things that will take you by surprise. That little computer can run as a desktop replacement, or even a retro game station, and that’s just the beginning. It’s also capable of doing much more. But one of the most popular uses is as a media center. As with other platforms, the best solution is Kodi, but it comes in a number of different guises on the Raspberry Pi. So which one should you choose? The 3 Main Versions of Kodi for Raspberry Pi Running Kodi on any device in your home...
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Want to save some money on business cards? Create them with Microsoft Word templates. You don’t need great design skills as a variety of free business card templates for every profession have you covered. Spend a bit to purchase good quality printer paper from a place like Avery or Staples. Customize the business cards yourself and get ready to hand them out. It’s easier than you think. And we show you how. Use Built-In Business Card Templates One of the best ways to create your business cards in Microsoft Word is with the built-in templates. The reason is that you...
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It’s a common enough question: “Do Chrome extensions work on the mobile?” Sadly, the answer is… they don’t. And there doesn’t seem to be any plan to introduce that possibility. But what do you do if you come across a great Chrome extension while browsing on your mobile and want to install it on your desktop? Well, there’s a way to do that, and it is easy! This method works on Chrome for both Android and iOS. How to Install Chrome Extensions on PC From Mobile Log into Chrome on your phone with the same Google account you use on...
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Apple is notorious for giving users very little control over how their phones look and operate, and the dock is no exception. With a couple of small tweaks however, you can get a little bit more out of that precious screen real estate sitting at the bottom of your phone. When it comes to basic productivity, you can get more out of your dock by placing a folder in the dock, giving you immediate access to a lot more apps no matter which screen you happen to have open. And in terms of aesthetics, the light grey dock is something...
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If you’ve never tried Apple Pay or Google Pay, you might be surprised at their many benefits. Paying with your phone is simple even if you forget your wallet at home. And since these payment systems obscure your actual card details, they’re much safer than you’d think. But you don’t want to show up for a shopping spree without any cash, only to find that the store doesn’t accept Apple or Google Pay. Here’s how to find eligible stores for either payment system easily. How to Find Stores That Accept Apple Pay Open Maps (Apple Maps) on your iPhone. Search...
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Spotify appears to be cracking down on people using modified Spotify apps. These apps deliver a Premium-like experience for free, but they clearly violate Spotify’s terms and conditions. Spotify is therefore cracking down on anyone making use of them. Why People Pirate Spotify Premium Spotify offers two main tiers: Free and Premium. There are some big differences between the two tiers, with Spotify Premium users getting ad-free listening and unlimited skips, amongst other things. However, Spotify Premium will set you back $9.99/month. This has led some people to install modified Spotify apps. While these modified Spotify apps don’t add any...
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Whether you’re a developer who’s working on mobile apps, or just someone enjoying the millions of apps available for your phone, today is a very special day. It’s the 10-year anniversary of the original iPhone SDK. Read More
If you are a poly-device wielding enthusiast, at some point you may have wanted to cast your device to a monitor, TV, or projector. The problem with this is that there isn’t a universal casting standard that has been adopted by all manufacturers. AirServer aims to address this problem and allows you to cast all the devices! Let’s take a look at how it works. What Is AirServer? AirServer can transform a simple display or a projector into a universal screen-mirroring receiver. It does this by implementing all the major screen mirroring technologies such as AirPlay, Google Cast, and Miracast....
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Around these parts, VLC needs no introduction. It’s the world’s best media player, it’s open source, it’s free to use, and it will play almost any video or audio format, no matter how obscure. Now, after years of testing, VLC 3.0 has finally arrived. And this release is rather special because it brings version, feature, and visual parity between its desktop and mobile clients. VLC 3.0 Vetinari is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Apple TV, Android TV, Chrome OS, and Android. In this article, we take a look at all of the new features that come with it. Download:...
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Google Lens, the company’s visual search engine that can recognize what’s in your images and scan business cards, among other things, is now rolling out to all Google Photos users on Android. This marks Google’s first major expansion for Lens, which was previously only available to those who had access to the latest Pixel phones. On those phones, Lens is also available… Read More |
| Visualizations of neurons in GoogLeNet. Neurons in higher layers represent higher level ideas. |
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In this article, we’re going to look at some great deals: gadgets that boast rock-bottom prices paired with sky-high quality. We’ll also talk about a couple of devices which—although not cheap—still represent a steal in the price vs. quality battle. Keep reading to find out which devices offer incredible value for their price. 1. Kill A Watt EZ Electricity Usage Monitor P3 International P4460 Kill A Watt EZ Electricity Usage Monitor P3 International P4460 Kill A Watt EZ Electricity Usage Monitor Buy Now At Amazon Let’s begin with a gadget that can save you money: the P3 International P4460 Kill...
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HQ is redefining mobile, creating through its twice-daily trivia games a sense of urgency that pierces the monotony of our social feeds. Now it’s raised a big round of funding to turn its scrappy operation into the Jeopardy from tomorrow. But just like its 12-round games, we’ve got 12 questions (and some answers) for HQ. Read More HQ is redefining mobile, creating through its twice-daily trivia games a sense of urgency that pierces the monotony of our social feeds. Now it’s raised a big round of funding to turn its scrappy operation into the Jeopardy from tomorrow. But just like its 12-round games, we’ve got 12 questions (and some answers) for HQ. Read More
Netflix is introducing new parental controls in an effort to bolster its appeal to parents. With Netflix’s userbase growing, and children being trusted with their own profiles, this is a good way of ensuring kids aren’t watching anything inappropriate. Parents generally don’t want their children watching TV shows and movies aimed at adults. Unfortunately, the rise of streaming services makes that difficult to police. Which is why Netflix’s new parental controls are a welcome sight. Netflix has always given parents broad control over what younger members of the family can watch. However, parents will now be able to stop their...
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