Google today announced the beta launch of its enterprise edition of Dialogflow, its tool for building chatbots and other conversational applications. In addition, Dialogflow (both in its free and enterprise version) is now getting built-in support for speech recognition, something that developers previously had to source through the Google Cloud Speech API or similar services. Unsurprisingly,… Read More
OnePlus has carved out a nice niche for itself over the past couple of years. The company’s never been too preoccupied with the rush toward bleeding-edge tech. Instead, it’s worked to provide consumers with one of the best deals in smartphones. And the newly announced 5T is firmly inline with that mission statement. Read More
Dual booting is a great way to get the best of both worlds in modern computing. But sometimes it can be a problem. One of the biggest issues is accessing data between operating systems. It doesn’t matter if you’re booting two or more Linux operating systems or you’re using Linux and Windows together. Operational issues can occur that will hit your productivity where it hurts. Fortunately, there are solutions. This is how you can share your data across dual-booting operating systems. Why Share Your Data? Perhaps the most popular use for dual booting (as opposed to, say, switching to Linux...
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Instagram really wants the developing world on Stories. They won’t be able to use Instagram’s augmented reality masks or share videos, but starting today mobile web users can post to Instagram Stories. Previously, mobile web users could only view Stories, which have to be created in Instagram’s native apps. But now users can snap photos, overlay text captions, and share them… Read More
Instagram really wants the developing world on Stories. They won’t be able to use Instagram’s augmented reality masks or share videos, but starting today mobile web users can post to Instagram Stories. Previously, mobile web users could only view Stories, which have to be created in Instagram’s native apps. But now users can snap photos, overlay text captions, and share them… Read More
There are tons of deals on Amazon as the company’s Countdown to Black Friday rages on, and we’ve gone through all of top deals to bring you five of the very best! Yamaha Factory Refurbished Sound Bar Yamaha ATS-1060-R Factory Recertified Refurbished Sound Bar with Bluetooth and Dual Built-in Subwoofers Yamaha ATS-1060-R Factory Recertified Refurbished Sound Bar with Bluetooth and Dual Built-in Subwoofers Ultra slim design perfectly complements the look of your TV Buy Now At Amazon $89.95 Looking for a high-quality sound bar? You can get this refurbished Yamaha ATS-1060-R for its all-time low price right now. A new one...
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The iPhone X is not for everyone. It’s a peek into the future of the iPhone, and smartphones in general. The iPhone X rewrites 10 years of iPhone history, and with it 10 years of muscle memory. There’s no Home button here, no Touch ID, no dedicated Sleep/Wake button for turning off the iPhone. If you’re perfectly happy with how your iPhone works, there’s no need to upgrade to the iPhone X yet. Technically speaking, Face ID is a marvel. Yes, you’ll need to get used to a whole new way of interacting with your phone. Yes, it will take...
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Android’s biggest challenge has always been getting manufacturers to keep their devices updated. New versions of the operating system are released, and security patches are issued, but the time it takes to reach phones takes anywhere from a few weeks to never. Despite Google’s best efforts, it just doesn’t happen. A year after release, Android Nougat has less than 20 percent market share — less than even Lollipop from 2014. Oreo achieved a paltry 0.2 percent in its first month. If having the latest version of Android is important to you, and flashing a custom ROM isn’t an option, you...
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“Fake news” and other misinformation, online propaganda, and satirical content people believe is true have filled the web via search engines and social media, and have caused a rift in how people perceive today’s news organizations and the quality of their coverage. A nonpartisan effort called The Trust Project is working to address this situation by helping online… Read More
Programmers are more fun to date. Okay, that may not be completely true, and it shouldn’t be the sole reason to become a programmer, but it’s something to consider. Why do you want to be a programmer? For one, it could be the most important job in the future. Even though crystal gazing comes with risks, this is one conclusion based on data from sites like LinkedIn. The top 10 skills are all related to technology: “While some skills expire every couple of years, our data strongly suggest that tech skills will still be needed for years to come, in...
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Thanks to fast and nearly ubiquitous Wi-Fi technology, home security cameras have quickly become a great addition to any smart home. Instead of spending thousands to keep an eye on your home, there are a wide variety of different options that can even integrate with other smart home devices. And you can keep an eye on what’s happening anywhere in the world as long as you have an internet connection. While it’s easy to jump in head first to add security cameras to a home, there’s still one thing that might trip you up: a power cord. Almost every option...
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Finding gifts for photographers can be tough if you’re not into the hobby yourself. Camera equipment is really expensive. A framed print won’t cut it. And many products are tied to specific camera brands or models. But there are lots of great gifts for photography enthusiasts! You just have to know where to look. We’ve put together a list of 10 awesome gifts that your photographer friends and family will love. These gifts are novel, but practical; aren’t too technical; and are reasonably priced. Add Bling With a Unique Camera Strap Most cameras come with rather mundane straps, and a new one can...
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If you have any experience with streaming music, you’ve surely heard of Spotify. First launched in 2008 (and arriving in the United States in 2011), Spotify has changed the way that many people consume music. Whether you’re trying to decide on a music streaming service or are curious about what Spotify offers, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Spotify, including its subscription plans, how to find and listen to music, and some insider tips. Let’s dive in! 1. Spotify Basics First, let’s get some basic information about the service...
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Microsoft’s Surface Book 2 is the most powerful mobile Surface device yet. It easily blows away the Surface Pro, Surface Laptop and, of course, the old Surface Book. It’s also one of the odder devices in the lineup, though. It’s not just a Surface Pro with a rigid keyboard. It’s a relatively heavy base with a powerful processor and graphics card and a big battery… Read More
Programmers (hopefully) do their best when coding applications, but nobody is perfect. And that’s definitely evident when you look at some of today’s websites, desktop programs, and smartphone apps. Whether by accident, due to management requirements, or because of a lack of understanding of what users really need, programmers often end up creating annoying interfaces for users. Let’s take a look at some of the stupid quirks that baffle, infuriate, and make us laugh. 1. Unhelpful Error Messages There’s perhaps no element with more potential to confuse, anger, or otherwise elicit a strange emotional response than the error message. We’ve...
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Quality of service is a router feature that helps you gain control over how your bandwidth is divided between devices and apps. When your network is congested with too much internet traffic, quality of service prioritizes certain kinds of traffic over others. Let’s say you have an internet connection that’s capable of 10Mbps. You’re doing two things with your internet: watching Netflix and downloading a huge file. Let’s say Netflix is streaming at 6Mbps while the download is always going as fast as it can manage. Normally, routers handle internet traffic on a first-come-first-served basis. A Netflix data packet arrives?...
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How much do you know about music? More specifically, are you good with song titles and artist names? Can name a tune as soon as you hear a few notes? If this sounds like you, then it’s time to put that knowledge to the test. These fun, free mobile games will challenge your musical ear and have you singing a new song when you win. 1. SongPop 2 – Guess The Song Even if you’ve never played the original SongPop, SongPop 2 is a must-have music trivia challenge. You play against others in a race against the clock for correct...
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Another UK startup is using Pi electronics as the foundation for an edtech business idea, and Kickstarter to try to crowdfund their product: A learn-to-code retro games console. Read More
Amazon knows what you like. It records every product you’ve looked at and displays it on your account page. Do you find that creepy? Is even just an unnecessary distraction? When you shop at Amazon, you pay the price for temptation with your wallet: your previous shopping history is there to make you open your wallet again. But if you share your account with anyone, they’ll also be able to see all of your shopping quirks. In the case of a spouse, this could ruin a surprise gift you have in store. There are two ways to avoid this mishap. Hide What...
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The Fall Creators Update brought some considerable changes. These updates don’t radically change Windows 10, but they do make modifications around the operating system that you’ll notice. One of these is Windows’s new ability to re-open programs after you reboot. In prior versions, Windows would start you with a blank slate (aside from startup programs). Now, Windows tries to open the apps you had running when you last shut down. If you don’t like this, Microsoft’s solution is that you should simply close all programs before you shut down. But that’s not really a solution, is it? We can do better....
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There are many ways to remotely access your computer when you’re away from home. Two of the most popular are Google Remote Desktop and TeamViewer. But if you just need access to files and folder, there’s one solution that’s frequently overlooked: OneDrive. OneDrive has a curious history with remote file access. The feature, formerly called Fetch, was introduced in Windows 7, scrapped in Windows 8, then reintroduced in Windows 10. But what exactly is it? How does it work? And how do you set it up? How to Use OneDrive to Remotely Access Files Before we dive into the details, it’s important to clarify the following:...
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Background apps and processes are notorious for using up your bandwidth whether on your phone or laptop, and Windows 10 is no exception. There are lots of tools and tricks for limiting bandwidth usage in Windows, and now this one simple setting can be added to that list. When it comes to how much bandwidth Windows uses for background updates, Microsoft actually gives you complete control. To limit Windows 10’s bandwidth usage for updates, just do the following: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Click Advanced Options at the bottom of the screen. In the window that opens, click Delivery Optimization....
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A few hours after announcing a review of its verification program, Twitter began revoking the verified status of some accounts. White supremacists Richard Spencer and Jason Kessler are among the users who no longer have a blue checkmark displayed on their profiles. Read More
CCleaner to remove only what you want. Every time you surf the internet, websites leave their tracks on your computer, including cookies, cached images, a history of visited sites and searches, site preferences, and more. These data reveal your browsing habits. If your privacy is dear to you, you may want to delete them. This article summarizes different ways to automatically clear all your browser history, every time you exit your browser. We’ve previously explained what you need to know about the browser cache and what cookies are. Google Chrome To quickly launch Chrome’s Clear Browsing Data menu, press CTRL+SHIFT+DEL. Select the items you...
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Developers were pretty psyched by the announcement at Google I/O back in May that a new version of TensorFlow was being built from the ground up for mobile devices. Today, Google has released a developer preview of TensorFlow Lite. Read More
Google Maps is getting an upgrade. The company said in a blog post that it has updated driving, navigation, transit and explore maps to better highlight information that the company thinks will be most relevant. That means, gas stations when you’re driving or more prominently featured train and bus stations if you’re riding the rails or hopping on mass transit. Google also said… Read More
Twitter says that it’s making progress on its plan to review its authentication system, which it’s conducting in the wake of backlash against the social network verifying the account of a white supremacist rally organizer. In a series of tweets today, the Twitter Support account acknowledges that verification comes across as endorsement, and that the social network’s treatment… Read More
Google is making Google for Jobs even better, adding salary information, the option to customize location, the option to choose which job site you apply through, and the ability to save individual jobs in which you’re interested. Making it easier than ever to switch careers. In June 2017, Google launched Google for Jobs, a dedicated search engine just for job listings. Google for Jobs pulls in listings from job sites such as Monster, WayUp, DirectEmployers, and CareerBuilder. And Google is now adding extra features to help you find your perfect job. Google for Jobs Gets Even Better The first addition...
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Pixel Buds are a valiant effort to stand out while embracing a trend adopted by just about every name in the field, resulting in a product that’s sometimes inspiring, sometimes baffling and mostly just okay. They’re the kind of product you really want to like — but they’re just not there yet. Read More
The CompuServe Forums, which have existed in some form or another since the 80s, are shutting down. So if you want to experience the Reddit of its day before it disappears, you have until December 15 to check them out. And you won’t even have to pay an exorbitant fee to do so. What Is CompuServe Anyway? CompuServe isn’t a name the average millennial will be familiar with. However, anyone over a certain age will recognize the name, even if their memory has faded. It was the first major commercial online service provider in the U.S., letting people connect using...
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