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Deepfake Safety: Five Things You Can Do Today

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

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

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…

Download HotSpot Shield Now For Internet Security
Hotspot Shield is an internet security and privacy solution that builds a VPN between your device and its internet gateway. This stops any hackers or snoopers from spying on your online activities and protects sensitive information such as credit card details. The software also boasts features that include protection... Read more
In-flight Wi-Fi To Increase Speeds Due To Public Demand
Slow Wifi in a fast plane has never been a favourite for passengers.  However, that is all about to change as technology has been updated so that people can surf the internet as if they were on the ground!  Satellite technology has improved services for airlines as the public... Read more
Facebook Messenger For Windows To Be Shut Down Today
Time is now up for Facebook Messenger for Windows following Facebook’s announcement that would be shutting down the app on 3rd March 2014. “We’re sorry, but we can no longer support Facebook Messenger for Windows, and it will stop working on March 3, 2014,” the message states. “We really... Read more
You Can Use Smartphone Maps While Driving in California
If you live in California, you are undoubtedly aware by now that it is against the law for you to do almost anything while you are driving except, well, drive. It is illegal for you to talk on the phone while you are driving, and no surprise to anyone,... Read more
Seed Vault Adds 20K New Crops
Are you prepared for the end of the world?  The Svalbard Seed Vault has been preparing!  It is the agricultural Noah’s Ark where scientists have gathered together over one million seeds from all over the globe. National Geographic claims that the vault has just accepted 20,000 new types of... Read more
2014 Oscars To Be Streamed Live
Since May, ABC (American Broadcasting Company) has made moves towards the way current viewers watch television; that is, online and via mobile devices using their online application, Watch ABC.  In this regard, ABC will feature the 86th Academy Awards as a live streaming service.  The app has already offered... Read more
UltimEyes: The App That Improves Your Eyesight
Carrot Neurotechnology, the company known for its products aimed at improving vision, has developed an app which is designed to help users sharpen up their failing eyesight and improve their ability to see in low-light conditions. Named UltimEyes, the app was created by a neuroscientist from the University of... Read more
This Tiny Chip Will Help Doctors Unclog Your Arteries
In a day and age where more people are killed by heart disease than most anything else, it would make sense that doctors and researchers would spend a majority of their time trying to figure out how to change that statistic. And, in a day and age like today,... Read more
Google Hangouts 2.0 For iOS Brings A Fresh Look
Ever the innovators, Google have recently announced version 2.0 of their very popular communication app, Hangouts, for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The new look is fresh and it feels more intuitive.  There are also some big new features. Google Hangouts version 2.0 is the best yet. The app’s... Read more
Google’s Ara Developer Conference Coming This April
You may remember how we reported on Google’s announcement that it was working on a modular smartphone project named Ara, which would effectively allow users to build and customize their mobile phone handset. Well, now Google has revealed plans to host its first Ara Developers’ Conference in April this... Read more
Cloudwash: Smart Washing Machine – Orders Detergent From Amazon
Is the Internet Of Things nearly complete?  We have the smart TV, Refrigerator, Kettle and Cooker. The list goes on.  Has there been a massive impact on our lives?  One firm’s idea may clean things up a bit.  Cloudwash is the prototype from London-based technology company Berg, whose business... Read more
Netflix May Soon Cost More For You To Stream
Do you regularly stream Netflix? So do I. Maybe a better question would be, “Who doesn’t regularly stream Netflix?” Honestly, I find it hard to believe that most everyone isn’t already a subscriber. There aren’t too many deals out there for $7.99 per month which allow you to stream... Read more
NASA Admits Near-Death Spacewalk Could Have Been Prevented
Luca Parmitano became the first Italian ever to participate in a spacewalk, however it has been revealed that his near-death experience that occurred on July 16th 2013 could have been prevented. Forty five minutes in to the mission, which was to carry out works on the International Space Station,... Read more
Kaspersky Announces Anti-Phishing Browser
Cyber security specialist, Kaspersky Labs, have just announced ‘Safe Browser’ for Windows Phone.  Kaspersky announced the launch at MWC this week.  The browser is an alternative to Internet Explorer, which protects against phishing attacks.  It does this by automatically blocking dangerous links. The browser is available now on the Windows Phone Store... Read more
Latest iTunes Update Available Now
Apple has released its latest update for the iTunes software, fixing a bug that caused iTunes to quit unexpectedly while a device was connected. The update also improves compatibility with iBooks for Mac on OS X Mavericks. iTunes 11.1.5 can be downloaded now via FileHippo   Read more
Google Funds San Francisco Transport Program ‘Free Muni’
Depending upon whereabouts on the planet you reside, public transportation is expensive (it is where I live anyway).   It is especially so, if you are on a low income.  Wouldn’t it be nice if a wealthy benefactor helped you out now and again with some free rides to... Read more
Nike Claim Their New Vapor HyperAgility Cleat Improves Football
3D printers have allowed the designers at Nike to create the prototypes and test new footwear designs with a amazingly quick turnaround time.  Nike’s latest shoe is the Vapor HyperAgility cleat featuring re-engineered studs, which Nike claim will allow football players to have the necessary grip to burst from... Read more
Microsoft Wants Better Security than Passwords
Security is the biggest issue for technology users today. From online passwords to passwords and/or passcodes for devices – we there are always people on the lookout for a flaw so that they can take advantage of unauthorized access. And Microsoft is dead serious about finding something better than... Read more