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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…

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GoKey: Charge, Sync, Store & Never Lose Your Phone Again!

News July 18, 2014

It is not often that I come across a really nifty idea on a crowdfunding website that catches my attention so much, that I want to pledge my funds to. In fact, I can think of only one in the last year that I really wanted, the TILT Stealth... Read more

WinUtilities Update Now Available To Download

News July 17, 2014

WinUtilities is a selection of tools, which are designed to help you optimize your PC’s performance by undertaking tasks such as fixing broken shortcuts and removing unnecessary files from your system. Key features of WinUtilities: With WinUtilities you are able to delete your Internet and application history and you... Read more

Check Out This AirType Keyboard-less Keyboard

News July 17, 2014

It doesn’t really matter what you use to do it – typing is just about the same on all devices. Oh, sure, it’s bigger on some devices and smaller on others, but the letters and the keys are pretty much all in the same spots, and you have to... Read more

Check Out The Latest Version Of Aimp

Multimedia News July 17, 2014

AIMP is a high quality, free audio player that supports a large number of formats. The software works with multiple playlists, allows creation of bookmarks and also has a playback queue function. Aimp Key Features include: Crystal-clear sound, technology of reproduction essentially differs from Winamp and WMP. Sensitive equalizer.... Read more

Eye Exams Could Detect Alzheimer’s Disease Before Onset

News July 17, 2014

Apparently getting your eyes checked can help you with more than just your vision. A new study has shown signs that Alzheimer’s Disease can be predicted 10 to 20 years before the disease sets in by a visual test of a person’s retina. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s... Read more

Battlefield Testing Begins For Alpha Dog LS3

News July 17, 2014

Boston Dynamics have now started trialing the LS3 Alpha Dog with the U.S. Marine Corps. As with most technology that has been designed with warfare in mind, it is very scary to watch. Just imagining the implications of this giant robotic dog being deployed on a large scale is a... Read more

Philips in Talks With Nest Regarding Smart Bulbs

News July 16, 2014

Philips and Nest are currently exploring the technical possibilities of integrating the hue smart bulbs as a potential part of the “Works with Nest” program. As of this time, however, there is no formal agreement between the two firms. A Phillips spokesperson said, “We are working with Nest to investigate what new features we... Read more

This Star Trek Phaser Remote is For The Trekkie in Us All

News July 16, 2014

Even if you were never of huge fan of Star Trek while it was on TV, you’d probably admit to at least thinking some of the technology featured on the show was pretty neat. For instance – having a tricorder around could really come in handy sometimes. And, who wouldn’t... Read more

Google & Novartis Join Forces For Smart Lens

News July 16, 2014

Google and Novartis have recently announced their collaboration with an agreement to work together on the further development of the smart contact lens, which was unveiled by the research team, Google X, back in January. The lens promises to analyze tear fluid in the eye to provide constant measurements of a person’s... Read more

Star Wars VII Will Be Shot In IMAX

News July 16, 2014

I don’t know about you, but I’m interested to see the direction the new Star Wars movies take. Probably more than anything else, though, I’m anxious to see the old cast together once again. One thing’s for sure, though – these new Star Wars films will be much more... Read more

Microsoft Flight Simulator is Taking Off Again

Gaming News July 15, 2014

As a kid and teenager, I really enjoyed “playing” with the Microsoft Flight Simulator. I know technically it wasn’t really a game per se, but there was just something about putting my hand around the joystick yoke and maneuvering a huge aircraft on the computer screen. I loved watching the... Read more

The Latest Version Of Skype is Now Available

News July 15, 2014

Skype is the world’s most popular free VOIP and instant messaging service. It allows users to text, video and voice call over the Internet. Users can also call landlines and mobiles at competitive rates using Skype credit, premium accounts and subscriptions. Skype’s UI is intuitive and very easy to... Read more

Amazing Eagle Picture Wins Drone Photo Contest

News July 15, 2014

With all the talk in the air (pun intended) about drones these days, I wonder if you’ve stopped to think about all of the possibilities they offer to the world. Yes, they can be used for weapons and military warfare, and yes, they can spy on people in the... Read more

This DARPA Bullet Can Change Directions

News July 14, 2014

I don’t know what you envision when you think about the future of military technology. Do you see robots all over the battlefield? Do you picture drones doing most of the fighting? Do you view human soldiers as becoming obsolete at some very real point in time? I don’t... Read more

Military Design ‘Transformer’ Aircraft

News July 14, 2014

The UK defence and aerospace contractor, BAE Systems, have unwrapped several concept designs, which it envisions as possible tools for the military in the future. If these designs are anything to go by, I think Shia Labeouf or Mark Wahlberg need to be ‘de-briefed,’ as the battlefields of tomorrow are... Read more

Apple Holds Patent For ‘Glass Only’ Device

News July 14, 2014

Apple has always been at the forefront of great design and the use of glass, as material of choice of loved by people the world over. Interestingly, it has come to light that the technology giant is interested in the possibility of using only glass for the future of... Read more

TSA Requires Devices To Be Charged Before Flying To U.S.

News July 14, 2014

If you thought getting on an international flight was hectic before, security is about to get a little bit tighter, at least on flights that are heading into the United States. In fact the TSA has revealed that airports in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe are now putting... Read more

MIT Finger Reader Helps Visually Impaired Read

News July 13, 2014

The FingerReader ring has been designed by researchers at MIT’s Media Lab in hopes that people with visual disabilities will be able to have the freedom and independence to read printed text or electronic devices. The device will be worn on the index finger and will be an audio... Read more