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Deepfake Safety: Five Things You Can Do Today

Best Software Oct 7, 2025

The generation of images, videos, and voices through artificial intelligence is evolving at a pace that demands we establish clear criteria and good habits to defend ourselves from the dangers of abusing these technologies. Deepfakes are already part of our everyday online life, so it is a very good idea…

Top Online Scams to Be Aware of in 2025

Antivirus Jul 31, 2025

The internet is undoubtedly full of great content, hobbies, information, offers, products, and people, but there’s also a darker side to it. We might not realise it, but every day we’re exposed to threats and scams as we navigate the online world. Curiosity and trust can be exploited to lure…

Meet the new features for Avast Free AV and Avast Premium Security

Antivirus Jun 25, 2025

With millions of active users worldwide, Avast stands as a benchmark in cybersecurity. Why? Because of the quality of its solutions, the reach of its tools and because it is a platform in continuous evolution. A platform that today, once again, places our security at the forefront by reinforcing every…

Torrent Uploader Fined $652,000 For Uploading 1 Movie

Internet News December 20, 2013

In spite of the heat on torrent sites, as well as uploaders and downloaders, it seems that people are not really deterred from carrying on. Even The Pirate Bay, the world’s most resilient torrent site, continues to operate. Of course, we don’t know how much longer they can resist... Read more

Microsoft Tool Makes it Easier For Gmail Users to Switch to Outlook.com

Internet News December 18, 2013

So it’s been a year since Microsoft converted Hotmail to Outlook.com. Not only did the webmail service get a newish name, but it also got a new look plus some other features that were aimed at getting people to use the Microsoft product once again. Perhaps, the company was... Read more

The Biggest Free Public Wi-Fi Network Goes To Harlem

Internet December 17, 2013

What’s the deciding factor for you when you visit a coffee shop for the first time? I don’t know about you, but it seems that, for many people, it’s whether or not the coffee shop offers free Wi-Fi. If you have a good data plan, then obviously that is... Read more

Norway To Digitize ALL Norwegian Books

Internet December 16, 2013

This kind of news makes me want to go and live in Norway. This Scandinavian country is known for many awesome things – from fjords to salmon to the midnight sun – and now, there is another thing to add to the list: by the mid-2020s, all the books... Read more

Next iPhone Can Unlock & Hide Messages By Looking At Your Face

Mobile December 13, 2013

Every time Apple releases a new iPhone, we hold our breaths in anticipation of what we are going to get. With the fingerprint sensor on the iPhone 5S, I suppose that facial recognition is the next logical step; and it seems that that is going to be the case... Read more

Twitter Ousts Facebook As The Best Tech Company To Work For

Internet December 12, 2013

It used to be that every tech head wanted to work for Google. I suppose that still applies for many people, what with all the perks that Google gives its employees, not to mention the cred you rack up if you work for the Big G. In the past... Read more

No More Struggling: Next USB Connects Both Ways

News December 11, 2013

How many times have you tried to plug in a USB cable or device, only to be frustrated because you got the wrong orientation? In our household, we actually sometimes have a running tally that goes like this: USB – 5, Me – 0. Needless to say, I welcomed... Read more

NSA Knows Where Your Mobile Phone is – Wherever in The World!

Internet Mobile December 10, 2013

The NSA has been hitting the headlines these days, thanks to the uncovering of its illicit activities. From surveillance of what you watch online to having the ability to remotely activate Android and laptop mics (although that’s the FBI, to be accurate), the government is on the receiving end of... Read more

Bluetooth 4.1 Will Allow Headsets To Connect To The Internet Soon

Internet December 9, 2013

It’s been a couple of years since I first heard online professionals ask, “What is the next big thing after the Internet?” I am still not sure that the next big thing is around the corner, but the “Internet of Things” is certainly making waves. Already acronymized as IoT,... Read more

2014 Honda Civic Is The Car For iOS Fans

Mobile December 8, 2013

Car enthusiasts will rave – and rant – about anything and everything about every single car that rolls out of the factory. I suppose that we all have a bit of Top Gear thinking (well, wishing) in us, but the fact remains that it is rather hard to diss... Read more

Microsoft Under Pressure from China to Keep Windows XP

News Windows December 6, 2013

While the rest of the world probably is coming to terms with the fact that Windows XP is no more, the Chinese government is taking a stand. Call it the last stand, if you wish, but China is certainly putting pressure on the software giant to continue support for... Read more

Is TV On Its Deathbed?

Internet December 5, 2013

How often do you watch TV? While it has been called lots of derogatory names, idiot box being one that comes to mind, I do think that there are a lot of TV shows that are well worth watching. Needless to say, my biases are involved when I highlight... Read more

Angry Birds Go! Angers Players With Exorbitant In-App Purchases

Gaming Mobile News December 4, 2013

Have you had enough of Angry Birds yet? I am one of the countless who fell for it hook, line, and sinker – and more, if possible – but by the time Angry Birds Space came around, I was rather sick of it. It seems, however, that Rovio is... Read more

The NSA Knows What You’re Watching Online – Especially Porn!

Internet December 2, 2013

The NSA has not been too quiet about its elite hacking team, TAO, although it has not been as forthcoming with its other activities. Arguably, secrecy is inherent to the NSA, but recent turn of events have raised a lot of questions. Just last week, we wrote about Microsoft... Read more

Microsoft Suspects NSA Of Spying & Strengthens Encryption

Internet November 30, 2013

The NSA. Spying. Surveillance. Edward Snowden. We’ve been hearing about these left and right in the past year, and it seems that the issue is not going anywhere any time soon. In fact, major tech players have made their voices heard and are taking some steps to counter “alleged”... Read more

Meet The New Nokia Music Service: Nokia Mix Radio

Mobile Music News November 28, 2013

Music makes the world go round, and if you don’t believe that, just take a look at the countless music apps out there. Every brand has to have their own, and no wonder: people keep using them and spending money on them! I don’t know about you, but I... Read more

BlackJet – The Uber For Planes isn’t Taking off

Internet Mobile November 27, 2013

Everyone has heard about Uber, the startup that connects people with drivers with a tap – or two. For cities where Uber has a presence, commuters are treated to the convenience of finding a ride with ease, as opposed to flailing your arms about and perfecting your wolf whistling... Read more

Physical Google Wallet Card Now Official

Internet November 26, 2013

One of the things that technology has made much easier is shopping. Whether it’s online or at a brick-and-mortar store, credit cards and payment gateways have revolutionized how we spend our money. And when it comes to the point, Google, of course, will not let itself be left out... Read more