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

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

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

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…

Broadband Without a Landline? You Can With Relish
Now most of us have mobile phones, an odd situation has arisen where the only reason many people really need a landline now is for their internet connection. Some don’t bother having a landline phone at all, they use a mobile for calls and texts and the landline is... Read more
Windows 10 Will Be Free, And All The Details From The Windows 10 Event
Microsoft’s event has finally revealed all its secrets surrounding Windows 10; some were expected, while others not so. There is clearly something to appeal to everyone in this major update, whether you are a heavy Internet browser or a gamer. Microsoft’s focus seems to be set on providing cross-platform... Read more
Google Possibly Interested In Acquiring Softcard
Google rumours are rife. It seems as though everyone has something to say about the tech giant. Well, if the latest rumours from Silicon Valley have any credibility, then Google is seriously thinking about making another acquisition. This time its in the form of a mobile payments service called Softcard.... Read more
Marriott Hotels To Offer Netflix & Hulu In The Room?
I really enjoy staying in hotels while I’m traveling. However, I always have a bit of a panic attack when I turn on the television. Due to the smorgasbord of channels offered, I never seem to know what’s on/what channel it’s on. (And yes, I do realize there’s a... Read more
The Mario AI Project

The Mario AI Project

Internet January 21, 2015

Artificial Intelligence researchers are always looking for new, innovative applications to push the limits of how their creations think and react. In Germany, Cognitive Modelling researchers at the University of Tubingen have created an artificial intelligence in the familiar shape of Nintendo‘s premiere plumber – Mario. The Mario AI... Read more
Apple Launching 12.9-Inch iPad Pro In 2015
Apple is reportedly working on a 12.9-inch iPad Pro with stylus support, according to KGI Securities analyst Ming-chi Kuo new report, citing industry sources. The larger iPad Pro will fit into Apple’s growing range of tablets, currently including the 10-inch iPad Air and smaller 7.9-inch iPad Mini. Apple is... Read more
Facebook Messenger Voice Transcription Trial Begins
Social networking giant, Facebook, has begun trialling a new feature for the highly criticised Messenger app; voice transcription. As you may or may not be aware, Facebook Messenger can send and receive voice clips. Sometime you can get inundated with these and just not not been able to play them because... Read more
Robot Fails Prove They Will Never Take Over The World!
Thanks to scientists and sci-fi movies everyone seems to have a genuine fear of a robot uprising but take solace from these following GIFs. They prove that at best, most robots are still just clumsy pieces of metal that are reliant on humans to program them properly. Here are... Read more
You Can Become A Mech Warrior For $1 Million
One of the first computer games I can remember playing was Mech Warrior. It was (and still is) an awesome game which spawned tons of different spinoffs. There was something about piloting one of the mechs that just made me feel powerful in a way few other games ever have.... Read more
Google Ceases Glass Sales, but is the Wearable Dead?
It had to happen someday, I just thought that it would take while longer than it has done. Google has made the decision to put the current Glass programme on the shelf. The company will stop producing the wearable “in its present form.” Although Google has apparently decided to end... Read more
LA Is Getting WiFi & Cell Service In The Subway
For being one of the largest cities in the United States, Los Angeles is sure behind the times in one area: Having WiFi and cellular service in the subway. That’s right – if you’re riding the subway and need to make a call you’re out of luck. Riding the... Read more
How To Watch Microsoft’s Windows 10 Event On Wednesday
Microsoft’s first event of 2015 will cover the consumer edition of Windows 10, featuring virtual assistant Cortana, Xbox One integration and the formation of one platform for mobile, tablet and PC. Brandon LeBlanc announced the event would be webcast on January 21 (tomorrow), saying “you’ll hear directly from senior... Read more
Bioengineered Human Muscle Contracts As Real Tissue
Researchers at Duke University have announced this week, that they have bioengineered human skeletal muscle tissue that is capable of contracting like real human tissue. The announcement is sending waves through the medical community and the research is being hailed as a medical first. The team of scientists have... Read more
The TechBeat Windows 10 Rumor Round-Up
Microsoft’s Windows 10 event is upon us and we will finally get to see what the company has planned for the future of its operating system. This could be a pivotal moment for Microsoft; most new PCs now run Windows 8 but it is surprising how many people never... Read more
Researchers Create Flexible Temp Tattoo To Test Blood Sugar
Diabetes affects lots of people. Whether it be Type I or Type II, the patient needs to check their blood sugar levels on a regular basis. This usually involves a painful prick of the fingertip to gain the required information. The healthcare professionals that treat diabetes have for a... Read more
How To Set Up Chrome Remote Desktop For iOS
Chrome Remote Desktop has been a service from Google that has been around for a while now, in fact, it’s been knocking around for years. The service basically allowed users to gain access to a Mac or Windows computer from another computer or an Android device. Up until now... Read more
Virgin Active Tech Gyms To Giver Members Smart Wristband
As part of a multimillion-pound push to bring its gyms into the 21st century, Virgin Active will offer it’s members smart wristbands, which keep track of their workout history. Virgin Active has launched the ‘Always Discovering’ campaign and has also opened two ‘tech-centric’ gyms in central London,UK as part... Read more
PlayBox: PS4 and Xbox One Combo Laptop
Microsoft and Sony have been at each other’s throats in the console wars for many a year now and the rivalry doesn’t seem to be letting up anytime soon.  I have owned both Playstation and Xbox consoles and have liked and disliked certain aspects of both systems.  I have... Read more