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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…

Is eBay Trying to Compete With Groupon?

Internet November 1, 2012

eBay is radically changing its image this year to try and capture more of the ecommerce market. While eBay has been a giant in the online shopping industry for years, its fanfare has quieted down as new stars like Amazon have taken center stage. All of that is changing... Read more

iPhone 5 Review – A Month On from Release

Mobile November 1, 2012

It’s been a month since Apple released the iPhone 5. Over the past four weeks or so, the hype and hullabaloo surrounding the smartphone has died down to a great extent. Like all Apple devices, the iPhone 5 was also released amid much fanfare and glowing reviews. The sales... Read more

Worst Passwords of 2012

Internet November 1, 2012

The year 2012 is not quite over yet, but we have had a lot of incidents of security breaches. Correct me if I’m wrong, but hackers seem to be getting smarter and more creative, while some users just continue being lazy and lax when it comes to security. How... Read more

Who Will Be The Next Steve Jobs?

Internet Mobile November 1, 2012

A visionary like Steve Jobs doesn’t come along every day. In fact, you could say he comes along once in a lifetime. However, that doesn’t mean that someone else won’t step to do what he did and create more than just a winning company. He created an intricate part... Read more

How Solar Development Failed in 2012

News October 31, 2012

Make no mistakes about it, solar power in the United States is thriving, in fact overall solar capacity has had annual growth rates topping 45 percent every year since 2005. Yet in 2012 we witnessed some of the biggest blunders in U.S. business history as Solyndra, Konarka and other... Read more

How Much is Your Browsing Data Worth?

Internet News October 31, 2012

It’s been said that if you’re not the customer, you’re the product that is being sold. Since you don’t pay for the Internet, you are what companies are clamoring to buy. So, how much are you worth? Companies make money showing products and ads to people who are likely... Read more

Google and Apple Eye Huge Holiday Sales

Internet Mobile October 31, 2012

Times have changed and how. Gone are the days when toys and clothing could be ideal Christmas presents. Now, it seems that everyone wants a new handheld device. A smartphone, tablet or other gadgets are on the wish lists for people of all ages, from early teens to sexagenarians.... Read more

Why Apple’s Fusion Drive Matters

Mobile October 31, 2012

It’s been more than a week since we all got suckered into staying up late – or taking an hour or so off from work, as the case may be – because of the Apple iPad Mini event. While most of us held our breaths till the iPad Mini... Read more

Microsoft Office Coming to Apple and Android in 2013

Mobile News October 31, 2012

Rumors have abounded for some time that Microsoft would be adding a version of their ever-popular Microsoft Office product to the Android tablets and the iPad with Office 2013. The Microsoft Office portfolio manager in the Czech Republic was quoted as stating that it would be released early next... Read more

Best Time Wasting Mobile Games For iOS

Best Software Gaming Mobile October 30, 2012

When it comes to wasting our time in the most fun ways possible there is almost no better solution than Apple’s iOS platform. Whether you take a moment or two with Bad Piggies or simple start 95 games at the same time with Words With Friends it is easy... Read more

Why Doesn’t Nokia Have Its Own Tablet Yet?

Mobile October 30, 2012

Microsoft is the latest brand to jump on the tablet bandwagon. Lured by the huge sales of handheld devices and having to deal with falling PC sales, the corporation is entering the market with its own gadgets. Seeking to appeal to the consumers of today, Microsoft is looking towards... Read more

Components Of The Ultimate Gaming PC

News October 30, 2012

If you want to build your own computer for gaming either to save money or get the best of the best, you need to know which ones are the top choices of each of the major components. Here is a look at each aspect and ideas to help you... Read more

Apple’s Commitment to Education

Mobile October 30, 2012

The special event that Apple held last week brought mixed reactions as usual. There were some things that only “meh” could be used to describe, but one thing that really caught my attention was iBooks textbooks for iPad. Dubbed “The next chapter in learning”, the improved platform highlighted one... Read more

Google Maps Goes Underwater

Internet October 30, 2012

Remember when Google first came out with 3D maps on Google Earth? It was amazing to see everything close up when you zoomed in, and everyone was looking for their street to find their house or car. Now Google has taken it a step further to allow you a... Read more

Apple to Phase Out iPad 2 to Make Way for iPad Mini

Mobile October 30, 2012

Apple has been the catalyst for its own success. The tech giant has engaged in constant innovation over the years and develops its own technologies. That makes Apple one of the few self-sufficient companies in the industry. They rarely have to rely on external help to get something done,... Read more

iPad Mini Alternatives

Mobile Software Reviews October 29, 2012

With the launch of the iPad Mini, many other companies are going to be looking to improve their own technology to compete with the superstar. However, you can already find options if you don’t want to buy the Apple product. Many of them have similar features with some great... Read more

Must-Have Safari Extensions

Best Software Internet October 29, 2012

We all have our browser of choice, and for me, that’s Safari. While I have had some issues lately with crashing when right-clicking to open a link in a new tab, I have to say that this browser still remains my default. That’s not saying I don’t use alternative... Read more

Driverless Cars Can Get California Licenses?

News October 29, 2012

Will you be safer or less so with driverless cars on the highways? You’re about to find out in California. Governor Jerry Brown took a spin in one in September on his way to sign the legislation that will make this possible. The bill provides for safety and performance... Read more