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Microsoft announced the other day that there has been a critical security flaw in all versions of their operating system. It has existed in all versions of the Windows OS since Windows 95. So, I guess for the last 19 years the guys over at Microsoft have been looking... Read more
Prop Maker Turns His Sick Baby Into Iron Man for Halloween
Internet November 14, 2014
I love heartwarming stories, especially around this time of the year. Don’t you? New dad Eric Hart has a job many of us would probably envy; he’s a professional prop maker. Ever since July, though, he’s been spending his time in the hospital with his son who was born... Read more
Joseph Gordon-Levitt To Play Edward Snowden
Internet November 13, 2014
Christian Bale isn’t the only actor getting ready to play a noteworthy “tech” person in an upcoming movie. Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Dark Knight Returns, Looper, Inception, etc.) is preparing to take on the role of NSA leaker Edward Snowden in a forthcoming Oliver Stone flick. This movie will undoubtedly be controversial, and... Read more
The FCC’s “hybrid” net neutrality plan has not went down well with any sectors, with broadband companies threatening to sue and public advocacy groups calling the proposal a step backwards, with the potential to create pay-roads on the Internet. Another critic of the current proposal is U.S. President Barack... Read more
Street Photographer Proves Smartphones are Conversation Killers
InternetMobileNewsPhoto and Image November 11, 2014
When was the last time you were out with friends and family and managed not to look at your phone even once? Most of us will probably not be able to remember. It does raise the issue of whether technology is making us all anti-social, a point that street... Read more
12 Sports People Failing So Badly It Hurts!
Internet November 10, 2014
We all love a good fail, they remind us that we’re all human and capable of making a complete fool of ourselves. Even sports stars fail from time to time and as you’ll see from these short videos, sometimes it’s not just egos that get hurt! Forget belly flop,... Read more
Amazon Prime Members Now Get Free Unlimited Photo Storage
InternetNewsPhoto and Image November 8, 2014
I don’t know about you, but for me, the benefits of having an Amazon Prime account are starting to outweigh the benefits of not having one. I had a free 30-day trial some time ago and enjoyed it, but ultimately decided to save my money. I’m starting to reconsider.... Read more
If you like archaeology and you own a 3D printer then you could recreate some of the artefacts that are held in The British Museum. The British Museum has been working in collaboration with Sketchfab, an online platform, which allows you to share and download 3D scans. You now... Read more
Cruise Ship High Speed Internet Access Rolling Out
Internet November 7, 2014
The ability to access the Internet has become the status quo. It is the normal thing to expect whilst in towns and cities across different countries and different continents. The Wi-Fi network from various operators has never before been so freely available. We even have access to the Internet... Read more
Star Wars VII Finally Gets A Title!
Internet November 7, 2014
After months and months of speculating, the new Star Wars movie finally has a title! And, honestly, it’s nothing like what I expected, and looking at various websites, it’s nothing like what anyone expected. Are you ready for it? Here it is: Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I didn’t... Read more
Have you started thinking about what to get your friends and family for Christmas yet? Believe it or not, that time of the year is quickly approaching. If you have any Atari fans to buy for this year, I have the perfect gift for you. If you remember from... Read more
20 of the Funniest Grumpy Cat Memes
Internet November 6, 2014
The grumpy-looking dwarf snowshoe cat named Tardar Sauce became an internet sensation last year after her pictures appeared on Reddit. Since then hundreds of memes have been created in her honor, with funny captions accompanying her miserable poses, earning this famous cat the title of ‘Grumpy Cat’. The ironic... Read more
There’s good news and bad news for the music world. We’ll get the good out of the way first. Last week, Taylor Swift released her new highly-anticipated album 1989. This album is apparently a radical departure from the Nashville music scene and is actually marketed as pop music. (Not that... Read more
12 Stunning Places to Visit with Google Street View
Internet November 5, 2014
If you’ve always wanted to travel but had neither the time or the money then don’t worry, thanks to Google Street View you can visit some of the World’s most stunning places, all without leaving your armchair. So make sure you’re sitting comfortably and let’s begin our trip around... Read more
Virgin Media’s Tube Wi-Fi network has become a great service for commuters and passengers since it’s launch to help visitors for the 2012 London Olympics, stay connected whilst travelling. Now, thanks to deals with networks, it is essentially a free service to almost all people who use a mobile phone. If... Read more
Pirate Bay Co-Founder Jailed
Internet November 4, 2014
Last week, on 31st Oct, Pirate Bay co-founder, Gottfrid Warg, has been put in prison to start a jail sentence for three and half years for hacking. The prosecutors said that it is the “largest hacking case until today”. It is understood that Mr.Warg had spoken about appealing to a... Read more
Retailers Start Shutting the Door on Apple Pay
Internet November 4, 2014
Apple Pay has shook up the mobile payments world, even before launch retailers started taking sides, either for or against the new NFC payments service. Some retailers did hop on board the Apple Pay wagon, but in truth they had already been accepting NFC payments long before Cupertino came... Read more
Hungarian People Take to the Streets in Internet Tax Row
Internet November 3, 2014
There is a big issue in Hungary. When we say big, we mean huge! Thousands upon thousands of people have marched on Hungary’s economy ministry over the plans to impose a tax on people’s Internet use. The massive crowd held up smartphone torches outside the building in Budapest and in... Read more