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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…

Zeoform: Building with Water and Cellulose

Internet September 9, 2013

A new building material invented by Australian company Zeo has every chance to become the next big thing in the industry and a viable alternative to the traditional use of wood, plastics and resins. Called Zeoform, this new building material is made only of cellulose fibers and water, but... Read more

LG Reveals G Pad 8.3 Tablet Ahead of IFA

Mobile September 9, 2013

On Sunday, LG revealed some more details about the 8.3-inch tablet it plans to show off at this week’s IFA trade show in Berlin, Germany. The LG G Pad 8.3 tablet is the first 8-inch tablet to offer a Full High Definition display, the company said. It has a 1,920-by-1,200... Read more

Ads Could Be Appearing On Instagram Within The Next Year

Internet September 9, 2013

Instagram has revealed it now has more than 150 million people visiting its site every month and that more than 60 percent of users are from outside the United States. It seems that in view of such results, Facebook are ready to to see a return on its investment... Read more

Does Life on Earth Come from Mars?

Internet September 8, 2013

We’ve all heard the theory that life on Earth originated on Mars, but now there is fresh evidence to support it. New research presented at a recent scientific conference suggests that the Red Planet was actually a much better place for life billions of years ago and therefore the... Read more

Self-healing Fluid That Can Help Nanosatellites Travel Through Space

News September 8, 2013

It is thought that one day tiny satellites known as nanosatellites could propel themselves in space by expelling fine streams of liquid, in the same way that a squid shoots jets of water to move itself forward. At the moment researchers use tiny, fragile needles to build tiny jet... Read more

Microsoft Surface Price Cuts Are Permanent

Mobile News September 8, 2013

About two months ago, Microsoft users were treated to the slashing of Surface RT prices. I think you’ll have to pay me to actually use one of those things, but no one can deny that there is still a market for Microsoft Surface tablets. Then again, the market does... Read more

Crucial New Breakthrough For Quantum Cryptography

News September 7, 2013

Finally there is some good news for cryptography. Even though it was discovered that the NSA could overcome the most common web encryption standards, a Toshiba research lab has announced a crucial breakthrough in quantum cryptography, potentially making way for a new generation of private communications networks. Quantum cryptography... Read more

Microsoft Patent Allows Parents To Remote Lock Kids Phones

Mobile September 7, 2013

A new patent application filed by Microsoft would give parents ultimate, absolute control over their children’s smartphones and tablets. Indeed, Big Brother is watching…but in a kind and loving way. As the mobile market expands, so does the amount of people with devices. More and more children are getting... Read more

NASA Orbiter Brings Broadband Capabilities To The Moon

News September 7, 2013

NASA plan to launch an orbiter this week that will bring broadband capabilites to the moon. The orbiter, which is called the Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE), has on board technology to enable two-way laser communication between the moon and Earth. Nasa explained this technology by saying,... Read more

Kisai Blade Puts Unique Spin on Telling Time

News September 6, 2013

If you’re a fan of planes and fancy cars and are looking for an accessory that would match both, this new funky timepiece from Tokyoflash may be the answer. The Kisai Blade is an interesting blend of aviation and automotive themes with a unique design that turns reading the... Read more

Mobilizer Inc: Helping Hospital Patients

Internet September 6, 2013

For medical patients, one of the best ways to reduce the time of hospital stays and also decrease the risk of complications such as blood clots and pressure ulcers is to simply get up and walk around. But some patients still have attached to their person, medical equipment, such... Read more

Qualcomm Releases A Smartwatch

News September 6, 2013

Despite the hype surrounding Samsung’s Galaxy Gear, it is not the only company to release wearable tech. Qualcomm has arrived to the market with a device called Toq, a touchscreen smartwatch that is designed to be used with android devices. The Toq is showcasing Mirasol, Qualcomm’s low-energy display technology,... Read more

Bang With Friends is Back

Internet News September 6, 2013

The Internet is the wild, wild west, though there are many pockets of civilization to be found. There is no doubt that anonymity plays the largest role in this thriving wilderness, and those who may want to let their hair down in secret can do so in a variety... Read more

Newkia Aiming to Take Nokia Talent to Android Platform

Internet Windows September 5, 2013

Out of the ashes of what many perceive as the burning death of Nokia, comes Newkia. It is the Singapore-based company that was founded the same day the US$7.2 billion Microsoft-Nokia deal was announced, with the single aim of acquiring Nokia employees and knowledge, but to focus on the Android... Read more

A Flying Car For $279,000

News September 5, 2013

The company Terrafugia is close to producing a flying car that consumers could actually afford, with a possible price tag of $279,000. Carl Dietrich, Terrafugia’s co-founder, CEO and CTO, has been working on the project since 2006. He has had a lifelong passion for flying and for many years... Read more

Xbox One to Launch November 22

Internet September 5, 2013

After much speculation, Microsoft has officially announced a release date for its next generation console. The Xbox One will launch on November 22, a bit later than anticipated and a week after its main rival, Sony’s PlayStation 4. The Xbox One will retail for $499 and will be available... Read more

Nissan Self-Driving Cars Available by 2020

Internet September 5, 2013

Japanese car maker Nissan is joining the big league of Google and auto manufacturers working on the development of autonomous vehicles. The company is planning to have such self-driving cars ready by 2020. The Nissan self-driving cars would begin to undergo road testing as of 2014 and the company... Read more

Foursquare To Be Bought By Microsoft?

Internet September 5, 2013

Yesterday, the Internet was abuzz with the news that Microsoft bought Nokia. As a friend put it, Bill Gates’s phone broke down, and he instructed Ballmer to go get him a Nokia instead. He got what he wanted, of course, albeit for a whopping $7.2 billion! But Microsoft’s not... Read more