As Pinterest looks to further expand beyond just the audience you’d expect to use it, it’s going to have to start chasing down users and meet them on different territories — and that includes messaging apps. So today Pinterest is launching a pair of updates that is going to help it tap into that audience of people that are sharing content on Facebook Messenger. People… Read More
When you are buying a TV in 2017, it makes sense to get a model with HDR (High Dynamic Range) video. It’s a must-have feature now, but within it, there are two formats: Dolby Vision and HDR10. Before you pull out your credit card, understand the difference and buy what’s right for you. What Is Dolby Vision and HDR10? Dolby Vision and HDR10 are both types of HDR for televisions. This technology enables the TVs to display brighter images, more accurate colors, and deeper black or dark spots. Dolby Vision requires a special chip and is available on only a...
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Just like with a note or letter, a written communication should include a signature. Now that so much has gone digital, emails have become a common way to communicate, for both business and pleasure. And, a signature at the end of your message can make all the difference. This is especially important in the business world. We’ve previously explained the benefits of email signatures, including openness to communicate and professionalism as well as providing a networking and promotional tool. All of this can be done with a simple signature that includes your name and contact information, and optionally, your website...
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A peer-to-peer payment app that works similar to Venmo from startup Lydia in France now works with Apple Pay (a feature originally announced in July), making it possible to spend your balance from the app wherever MasterCard and Apple Pay are accepted. It’s a neat use of Apple Pay to make it possible to do mobile payments without requiring that a users have a credit card – and it… Read More
Animal Crossing is Nintendo’s community-based simulation game that’s incredibly popular. It’s well-known for open-ended gameplay and follows the passage of time in the real world. On top of that, Animal Crossing is full of adorable animals that inhabit your village. The series started out on the Nintendo GameCube in 2002, and now has a total of four main games and two spin-offs. It’s appeared on every Nintendo console since (sans Switch). And in November 2017 came the global release of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp on iOS and Android. While Pocket Camp is definitely a watered-down version of Animal Crossing, that...
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Instagram is copying Snapchat’s Memories feature and going a step further, letting you create a permanent home to show off formerly ephemeral content. Starting today on iOS and Android, Instagram Stories will now automatically Archive your Stories to a private part of your profile when they disappear 24 hours after being posted. You’ll then be able to create Stories Highlights,… Read More
How do you feel about spyware? Repulsed by the idea of software on your computer recording your activities? Tools that record what software you use, the websites you visit, and perhaps even access your webcam, are typically employed by hackers and scammers. You certainly wouldn’t expect to find such a tool pre-installed on your computer by the manufacturer, would you? Yet this is exactly what many have accused HP of recently. But surely a company of that size wouldn’t have put their hard-won reputation on the line… would they? Let’s find out what has happened, why HP installed the software,...
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Playdots, the company that lets gamers play with Dots, will soon have a new CEO as co-founder and current COO Patrick Moberg takes over for co-founder Paul Murphy. Murphy lead the company as CEO since the founding in 2013 and will stay with Playdots as a board member. Murphy and Moberg co-founded Playdots in 2013 and in 2015 led the company to spin out of betaworks on the back of $10 million… Read More
Consumer spending on all mobile app stores will surpass $110 billion in 2018, according to a new report from App Annie, out today, which forecasts the state of the app ecosystem for next year. The $110 billion figure represents a 30 percent increase from the year prior, the firm also said, adding that the majority of the overall spend will come from games, as before. However, the introduction… Read More
Nvidia just rolled out a very interesting selection of software for its over-the-top Shield TV box in China – Wii games, running in 1080p resolution, including New Super Mario Bros. Wii, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Prince’s, and PUNCH-OUT!!. It’s only in China, where Shield TV is launching for the first time, but it’s an official tie-up between Nvidia and Nintendo,… Read More
If you’re thinking about buying a new portable game system, you’re probably deciding between the Nintendo Switch and the New Nintendo 3DS XL. While the PlayStation Vita has some solid games, Sony seems to have forgotten its portable system and thus it’s not too popular. We’re here to help you figure out whether the Switch or 3DS is better for you. Read on to learn about both systems so you know which one to get. An Introduction to Both Devices Let’s get some basic details out of the way before diving into the specifics of either system. The Switch is...
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Revolut is merging traditional banking and cryptocurrency to let you buy, sell, trade, and hold Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ether alongside 25 world fiat currencies. The $90 million-funded mobile banking startup is trying to erase the divide between old and new money. Revolut‘s CEO Nikolay Storonsky announced on stage today at TechCrunch’s Disrupt Berlin conference that… Read More
Here are 15 true stories and quotes about Bill Gates and the rise of Microsoft Windows. Bill Gates became internationally recognized over the 1980s and 1990s thanks to his part in making personal computers a hugely important component of modern life. His exploits have been collected in books, movies, and countless interviews. Here are some of the most illuminating looks at a major figure in the history of computing. Gates has clearly changed a lot over the last thirty years, and some of these stories show just how different today’s philanthropist is from yesterday’s ruthless businessman. 1. Bill Is Pretty...
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Our verdict of the MGCool Explorer 2C:If you want a cheap action camera that shoots excellent video without any bells and whistles, then this is the camera for you! Don't buy it if you're after slow motion or a wonderful user experience.710The MGCool Explorer 2C is a tiny, $80 action camera. It has a built in stabilizer, is waterproof, and can shoot Ultra-HD 4k video. It’s cheap, but do you get what you paid for? Features The Explorer 2C will be instantly familiar to anyone who has used a GoPro before. Its tiny size measures 60mm x 40mm x 30mm, or...
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Maybe you and your child are on a long road trip, sitting in a waiting room, or traveling on public transportation. It doesn’t take long for an adult to become bored in these situations, much less a child. Technology brings us many benefits — these include ways to keep our kids entertained when they are stuck without toys, their favorite book, or their bike. If you allow your child to use your mobile device or they are lucky enough to have one of their own, then use it to your advantage. Instead of listening to “Are we there yet?” or...
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You live inside the Gmail inbox, but are you aware of its limitations and restrictions? For instance, did you know that Gmail has a sending limit? As soon as you hit the maximum number of emails, Gmail will put up a stop sign and won’t allow any more for the day. The reason behind this is online safety. The sending and receiving limits are designed to keep your account safe from spam attacks and excess automated messages. As soon as you hit the limit, you cannot receive any new email. All incoming messages are bounced back to the sender. Gmail’s Sending...
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Now that its bottom line is being affected, YouTube says it will begin to take additional steps to protect its advertisers and creators from inappropriate content on its network. In a blog post authored by YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki on Monday, the company said it will increase its staff to over 10,000 in 2018 to help better moderate video content.The news follows a series of scandals on the… Read More
Xbox Live Gold offers several benefits, like free games each month and online multiplayer. The $60 price tag for a year of service isn’t cheap though (especially if you can’t find a discount). Maybe you don’t bother with the free games or play online anymore. If you decide that you’re done with Xbox Live, it’s easy enough to cancel your subscription. How to Cancel Your Xbox Live Subscription Visit the Xbox website and click Sign in in the top-right corner. Sign into your Microsoft account. You’ll see your profile picture in the top-right corner of the page. Click it and...
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After what feels like an eternity, Microsoft has found a solution to the Windows updates conundrum — and more amazingly, users are happy with it. Windows Update now relies on a combination of active hours, customizable restarts, and manual pauses. The upshot is you can be safe in the knowledge that you’re running the latest version of the operating system without worrying about checking for updates every day. But there is still one part of Windows Update that needs your attention: the old files that are left behind. They can take up a lot of space. Rather than relying on Windows...
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Google’s made a number of tweaks since announcing Android Go back at I/O in May. The lightweight version is finally ready to launch, albeit with a slightly altered name. The OS is launching with the release of Android 8.1, now carrying the decidedly less catchy Android Oreo (Go edition) title. Read More
Google’s made a number of tweaks since announcing Android Go back at I/O in May. The lightweight version is finally ready to launch, albeit with a slightly altered name. The OS is launching with the release of Android 8.1, now carrying the decidedly less catchy Android Oreo (Go edition) title. Read More
It’s a hard job to keep your home clean and organized, but it’s a job that needs to be done. Still, with a few tricks and hacks, you can make this much easier than it is. Check out these household hacking experts for tips. While these bloggers are Americans, the tips aren’t for American households alone. Most of them are generic and applicable anywhere in the world, like saving money while decorating your home. 1. One Good Thing by Jillee Jill Nystul’s tips and tricks, found at her blog, have made her internet famous already. A simple writing style, plenty...
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Apple Pay Cash is finally starting to roll out to users in the States, bringing the ability to send other iOS users payments directly through iMessage. The update is arriving piece by piece to those who’ve downloaded iOS 11.2, which launched two days back with a not-yet-live version of the feature. Apple Pay Cash was announced back in June at WWDC. However, the company added ahead of… Read More
