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A Shattered Collection of My Best Memories: An Immediate Solution Thanks to Stellar Photo Recovery

Desktop Jan 2, 2024

Who doesn’t love creating new memories and saving them as photos on a smartphone, PC, or any other digital media? While many of us share some on social media, we keep the most precious and private ones to ourselves. Sadly, my hard drive of photos became corrupted, which held images…

Adobe Acrobat Pro is the ultimate solution for increased productivity

Business Sep 1, 2022

Disclosure: Our team is always looking for things we think our readers will value. We have received compensation for publishing this article. Despite our many technological advances today, we still sit with situations where we open several apps for a task. You use one to compile a document, another one…

GOM Mix Max’s Big Launch

Video Dec 8, 2021

GOM & Company is releasing its newest video editing software, GOM Mix Max, with a big launch celebration. Focused on balancing high-quality and plentiful features, GOM Mix Max will be a powerful tool for new editors and veterans alike. Users who sign up now can get GOM Mix Max for free for…

Malware Attacks Point-of-Sale Systems

News Privacy and Security December 19, 2012

A kind of malware is attacking point-of-sale systems rather than personal computers or devices. It has hit retailers, hotel chains, restaurants, and other businesses. Named “Dexter” by those who discovered the malware, the attacks have been discovered in 40 countries. While this is not the first time that... Read more

Disney Mobile Gears Up For Christmas With New Games

Mobile December 19, 2012

The holidays are always fun because game companies seem to like spreading some cheer around. Earlier this week, I had a blast looking at Halfbrick’s games for iOS devices as the studio decided to have a zero dollar holiday treat. I am sure that some other development studios will... Read more

Broadband Bandwidth Data Caps Aim To Rip Off Customers

Internet December 19, 2012

Bandwidth data capping is an unnecessary practice used by some ISPs to pad their own profits, that’s the message delivered in a new paper published by the New America Foundation. The think tank suggests that ISP policies are used for nothing more than increasing profits out of thin air.... Read more

Best Photo Apps for Your Holiday Pictures

Best Software Mobile Photo and Image December 19, 2012

Millions of cameras will be capturing special moments through this holiday season. Thanks to technology, you aren’t stuck with the image exactly the way you captured it. You can make edits, add or take away certain elements, and create something infinitely more from your humble photo. Here are some... Read more

Twitter And Nielsen Ratings Team Up

Internet December 19, 2012

Nielsen Ratings are still considered a crucial television ratings tool for advertisers, yet the program still relies on antiquated sampling numbers to produce its results. Twitter on the other hand is heavily semantic, providing second-by-second updates to its users. Now the two company’s have announced a new TV rating... Read more

Yahoo! Mail Gets a New Look

Email Internet December 18, 2012

While it may not be the first thing you think of when you consider email accounts, new Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer just mght change that with the new look. Email account holders will notice a different design that is fresher and easier to navigate. And if it’s been awhile... Read more

Apple Attempting To Purchase Foursquare Location Data

Internet Mobile December 18, 2012

Apple is rumored to be in talks with location based services provider Foursquare, negotiations that could allow the tech giant to purchase locations based check-in data from Foursquare Labs. If the purchase is successful Apple will gain access to valuable data which could be applied to various apps in... Read more

How to Choose the Right Smartphone

How To Mobile December 18, 2012

Whether you are purchasing your very first smartphone or upgrading to a newer version, the choices can be daunting. There are many areas to think about to ensure you get a phone you will enjoy until the next upgrade. Carrier Obviously, the first decision is which carrier you want... Read more

Time To Say Goodbye to Last.fm?

Internet December 18, 2012

Internet-based radio services first came into existence in the early to mid 1990s. Since then, there has been a proliferation of Internet radio, some free, some for a fee. Hand in hand with Internet radio, services such as Last.fm have also risen in popularity. Last.fm has become a much... Read more

Cisco to Sell Linksys: A New Strategy

Internet December 18, 2012

It has been reported that Cisco is going to be selling off Linksys, a company that makes home networking equipment such as routers and wireless access points. Cisco bought Linksys back in 2003 for $500 million. This division has since focused on consumer products even though Cisco has mainly... Read more

Initial Reports Wrong – China loves iPhone 5!

Mobile December 18, 2012

Apple’s iPhone 5 is already being touted as the best selling iPhone yet, and it seems that launches in other countries are only adding to that statement. Over the weekend, Apple made a big announcement about its iPhone 5 launch in China. According to the press release sent out... Read more

Facebook Updates Privacy Settings Once Again

Internet December 18, 2012

Facebook has made new changes to its privacy settings to give users more control over who can contact them and see their information. Along with that, it has taken away some features that people may miss. Privacy Shortcuts This new feature is a big change in control and... Read more

Sprint Confirms Plans To Acquire Clearwire

Mobile December 17, 2012

Sprint Wireless has confirmed plans to purchase 4G mobile data provider Clearwire. The deal was first rumored last week with an estimated purchase price of $2.1 million. Sprint and Softbank discussions began on October 10, the buy price for Clearwire shares at that time would be a 128 percent... Read more

CoderDojo: Coding for the Next Generation

Development Software Reviews December 17, 2012

The first CoderDojo session took place in the United States in San Francisco as James Whelton teaches his successful platform to young Americans. What is CodoDojo? Whelton started CodoDojo during his last year of high school in Cork, Ireland as he began a computer club where kids could discuss... Read more

iOS Games Gift Holiday Gift Guide

Mobile News December 17, 2012

Games are the best time sink you can ever have, and when it comes to the point, iOS games are the best. I may or may not be biased in this regard, but let’s just say that for someone who has always been into time consuming games, iOS games... Read more

Instagram Alters Terms to Share Data With Facebook

Internet News December 17, 2012

Instagram on Monday morning announced changes to its Terms of Service (TOS) and Privacy Policy. Starting on January 16 Instagram will begin sharing private user data with Facebook. In an official Instagram blog the company explained that the move will allow both company’s to more effectively fight spam and... Read more

Foldify Brings Origami And Technology Together

Mobile News December 17, 2012

The art of paper folding is an ancient one. Perhaps the Japanese art, origami, is what usually comes to mind when paper folding is brought up. This is but natural, as origami is the most popular form of this practice. Then again, I have to question its popularity these... Read more