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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…

Flexible Chip Can Be Wrapped Around A Human Hair

News January 8, 2014

Scientists are clever people aren’t they? They research and develop all kinds of wonderful tech for use in the real world by people like you and me. I have no idea how this next innovation will be used but the possibilities are going to be far reaching, from medical... Read more

Control Your Garage Door With Open-Me App

Mobile January 8, 2014

Don’t you just hate that feeling you get when you can’t remember if you left the garage door open? And if you can’t remember that thought will just keep bouncing around in your head until you can actually verify whether your door is in fact open or shut. It’s... Read more

Councilman Writes Resignation Letter In Klingon

Internet January 7, 2014

What’s the most memorable way you’ve ever resigned from a job? Did you tell your boss to “shove it” as the old song says? Did you give him or her that piece of your mind you’d been wanting to give them for years? Or, did you just quit on... Read more

Samsung Launches Exclusive Apps For Windows Phones

Mobile News January 7, 2014

Samsung is not a company to be behind in the stakes when it comes to software for mobile phones. If Nokia can have exclusive apps for its Lumia model phones, then Samsung is not one to miss out on an opportunity, so the Korean company is launching two apps... Read more

Why Snapchat Turned Down $3 Billion From Facebook

Internet January 7, 2014

A few months ago everyone was shocked to hear that Snapchat had refused Facebook’s offer to buy the company for $3 billion. Now that everything has settled down again, CEO Evan Spiegal has decided to reveal the reasons why he didn’t accept the offer and sell the company. In... Read more

Muggers in Central Park Don’t Want Flip Phones

Mobile January 7, 2014

I’ve never been mugged, thankfully, but I’d assume that most muggers aren’t too choosy in what they decide to steal from people. And, like most of my assumptions, I’d be wrong. It turns out there are electronic devices that even muggers don’t want these days. Hey, it’s pretty bad... Read more

AT&T To Offer $200 Credit To T-Mobile Subscribers

Mobile News January 7, 2014

The telecom industry has never been as competitive as it is now, and its players vie hard and fast for our custom. We know that they have employed all sorts of stunts and tactics to gain new customers, as well as retain them, and as we start a new... Read more

Apple Acquires Snappylabs

Mobile January 7, 2014

Apple has reportedly bought the small firm that makes a popular photography app. This is the latest sign the high-end gadget maker is ramping up efforts to innovate through acquisitions. SnappyLabs is the company that makes an app called SnappyCam. The company was bought for an undisclosed sum, as... Read more

Nvidia Uses A Crop Circle To Launch its New Processor

Gaming Mobile January 7, 2014

The graphics technology company Nvidia has unveiled its new Tegra 5 mobile processor named the Tegra K1, which is hoped will bring a PC-gaming experience to smartphones and tablets. This replaces the Tegra 4 processor, which was released last year. CEO for Nvidia, Jen-Hsun Huang, said at a press... Read more

Wearable Tech to Wow At CES

Internet January 6, 2014

Wearable tech is the next big thing. That’s the general consensus. The question, however, is who will make that big leap from a brilliant idea into a practical, realistic, and usable device. Even Google Glass doesn’t seem to have a huge chance of making it big – at least in... Read more

Edward Snowden Sends UK Christmas Message

Internet January 6, 2014

Well, it seems Edward Snowden has even more to say to the world. Even while on temporary asylum in Russia, he is still finding a way to make the news headlines. And this time he decided get his message out there by delivering a message to the UK on... Read more

Samsung Wants to Link Home Devices, Utilities & Appliances

Internet January 6, 2014

Samsung has announced plans to develop a system that will link together gadgets, home appliances and utility controls. Named Smart Home, the system could potentially switch off lights and the TV if the user says “going out” in to a smartwatch app. The company are expected to demo the... Read more

Google Glass Now Available to All Access Subscribers

Internet January 6, 2014

The Google Glass device has, up until now, only been made available to a selected few individuals. All that is about to change, as Google has just opened up its Glass Explorers programme to subscribers of its All Access music streaming service. The worlds biggest search engine company has... Read more

Humans Plan to Settle on Mars in 2025

Internet January 6, 2014

I don’t know what your long range goals include, but I’d venture a guess that helping to build a human settlement on Mars isn’t at the top of your 20 year plan. That’s okay. Even if it isn’t part of your goal, it’s a part of the Mars One... Read more

Lenovo Announces its First 4G LTE Compatible Smartphone

Mobile January 6, 2014

Lenovo has revealed four new smartphones, with the Vibe Z being the most interesting because it’s the first to feature 4G LTE connectivity from the company. The Vibe Z is a 5.5-inch device, putting it directly in to the “phablet” category. At 0.31-inches thick, it is slightly thinner than... Read more

Early Warning System For Natural Disasters Tested In U.S

Internet January 5, 2014

Scientists are employing the use of GPS technology and other sensors in order to develop a better early warning system for earthquakes, tsunamis and floods. The minutes before a natural disaster strikes are crucial and so an early warning system would provide emergency services the opportunity to prepare and... Read more

Ford To Showcase Hybrid Solar Energi Concept Car

Internet January 5, 2014

Ford has come a long way since it’s creation 110 years ago. They have revolutionised the automotive industry with many advances in technology and style to ensure that you, the customer, receives the best possible product for your money. Times may have changed, but peoples outlook on matters haven’t... Read more