Google is testing a tool called Bulletin that would allow anyone to publish local news stories and events, according to a report from Slate, which Google later confirmed. The company described Bulletin as a way for others to communicate information of local interest, like bookstore readings, high school sporting events, or information about street closures, for example. Slate found a website… Read More
Google is testing a tool called Bulletin that would allow anyone to publish local news stories and events, according to a report from Slate, which Google later confirmed. The company described Bulletin as a way for others to communicate information of local interest, like bookstore readings, high school sporting events, or information about street closures, for example. Slate found a website… Read More
The world of DIY tech is filled with weird and wacky ideas with various motivations. From practical Arduino home automation projects to Raspberry Pi-powered Halloween scares, it seems there isn’t much electronics hobbyists can’t do. Every now and again however, we do find ourselves thinking: “We can see how you did that, what we don’t really know is why you did that!” This article covers some of the weirdest and worst projects we’ve seen in the DIY electronics scene. When we say worst, we don’t mean bad as such. There is nothing wrong with any of these projects, and the...
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Google is testing a tool called Bulletin that would allow anyone to publish local news stories and events, according to a report from Slate, which Google later confirmed. The company described Bulletin as a way for others to communicate information of local interest, like bookstore readings, high school sporting events, or information about street closures, for example. Slate found a website… Read More
Are you afraid of human contact? Do you like movies? Do you like buckets? Sister, have I got a product for you. Poptheatr is a bucket that you put over your head. You put your telecommunications device on top of the bucket and then look up at movies, television, and pornography while you lie comfortably on your back. This keeps your hands free to manage your video playback using an included… Read More
Setting up a computer for a child’s use? You have a lot to consider. From inappropriate content on the internet and even on your desktop to screen usage limits, it’s important to make sure your kids have a safe environment on their computer. We’ll show you how to find and set up Windows 10’s parental controls. We’ll also share some tips for making your PC as child-friendly as possible using third-party parental controls for Windows 10. Of course, nothing can replace parental guidance, but these will make your job a lot easier. 1. The Most Important Tool: Child Accounts If...
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It’s an exciting (and frustrating) time for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. In late 2017, numerous coins experienced soaring growth in terms of price-per-coin and market cap, and thousands of speculators hopped aboard the bandwagon to make a quick buck. And even though many of these coins experienced a correction in January 2018, the price still sits higher than it was last September and it’s possible you’ve made a hefty profit. What do you do with that money? Is cryptocurrency taxed? Here’s everything you need to know. This article is written for the 2017 tax year for United States residents and may...
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Once again Twitter stands accused of dodging questions from a parliamentary committee that’s investigating Russian bot activity during the UK’s 2016 Brexit referendum. Read More
Kodi and Plex are the two best home theater apps out there. Yes, competition is increasing from the likes of Emby, but the rivals still aren’t at the same level. In case you’re not aware, Plex is the more user-friendly of the two, whereas Kodi is a tinker’s dream. So, if you’re new to the world of home theater and you’ve decided Kodi is the right app for you, you’re probably wondering how you can install it. Well, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading to learn how. How to Install Kodi on Windows To install Kodi on Windows,...
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Having Wi-Fi issues on your PS4 is extremely frustrating. Without an internet connection, you can’t join friends in a party, play with others online, or even download updates for your games. If connecting an Ethernet cable to your system isn’t an option, we have a few tricks that should help you out. 1. Try Enabling Your Router’s Guest Network This sounds strange, but it’s worked for some people. If you have an original model PS4, it can only connect to the 2.4GHz band on your router. The newer PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro can both use either 2.4GHz or 5GHz...
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The BIOS is the first kick a computer needs to start working. In simple terms, the Basic Input Output System tells the hardware to load the software (i.e. the operating system) and speak to all the peripherals attached to it. It is also the first place to troubleshoot when a computer won’t boot. It is also the first door into your system. You can lock the BIOS with a password and stop any unauthorized entry into your computer. This low-level security obstacle can stop anyone with a bootable Windows flash drive or a Linux Live CD a way around the Windows login password. But what...
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China’s smartphone market is no longer growing after it witnessed its first annual decline in shipments during 2017, according to new figures released today. The writing was on the wall with a market decline first noted in Q2 but this is the first time a drop has been sustained over a twelve-month period. That’s according to data from analyst firm Canalys which reported that… Read More
It’s no secret that Facebook is big on both AR and VR, both for entertainment and communication purposes. And new research suggests it is working on AR applications that could not just modify or replace your face, but your entire body. Read More
It’s no secret that Facebook is big on both AR and VR, both for entertainment and communication purposes. And new research suggests it is working on AR applications that could not just modify or replace your face, but your entire body. Read More
French startup Blade, the company behind Shadow, is launching its cloud gaming service in the U.K. Just like in the U.S., the company is starting with a pre-sale before accepting all customers. For a flat monthly fee, you can rent a gaming PC in a data center near you. You can then access this beefy computer using desktop and mobile apps as well as the company’s own little box. Read More
Google has released Chrome 64 to the stable channel for desktop users, and this update makes browsing the web less annoying. This is thanks to Google now allowing users to permanently mute entire websites and/or those reminder ads that follow you around like a bad smell. While Chrome is now the most popular web browser available, it’s far from perfect. And with Firefox Quantum now out in the world, Google needs to do more to keep people using Chrome. Thankfully, alongside all of the necessary bug fixes, Chrome 64 adds some new tools. Mute Things That Annoy You Chrome 64...
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You’ve learned how to use Ableton Live or Garageband and free music loops and started making some sick beats. Everyone is telling you that your music is the best they have ever heard and that you should totally DJ for their brother’s cousin’s wedding next week. That means you’ll need DJ equipment. If you’re looking to DJ or perform digital music for the first time, then this guide will show you everything you need to get started. Let’s jump right in. Mobile DJ Prerequisites Before making any purchases, you’re going to need a few basics first: Laptop Speakers Lights Music...
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Every kid wants their own smartphone or tablet, and they’re getting them at younger and younger ages. If this makes you nervous as a parent, don’t worry. There are plenty of settings and tools that can make sure your child uses their phone safely, and they can keep you in control even when you aren’t able to directly watch what they’re doing. Let’s take a look at some of the best ways to set up your child’s Android phone. 1. Use Google’s Family Link Children need to be of a certain age before they can have a Google account. In...
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People like PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, the game where you basically re-enact a version of Battle Royale with you as one of the contestants in the human survival game. It had huge success in alpha prior to its full launch on PC, and now we know that console gamers also love the heck out of it – despite reports of buggy experiences with the Xbox One version. Bugs aside, Xbox… Read More
You know those ads that seem to follow you to every website? You went to one site one time to check out a thing and bam! that site’s ads now pop up on every site you go. Well, now Google will let you mute them. At first, it may seem an odd move. Google makes money on its ads business and giving advertisers free reign to stalk you on every site seems really good for companies hoping to… Read More
