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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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Russian Government Considers RFID Tags On All New Clothing

News January 16, 2014

A branch of the Russian government, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, says RFID tags may be able to help fight against the problem of counterfeit goods. A report by the Russian daily Izvestia said the Russian government is considering using RFID tags on all labels in clothing and footwear fabricated... Read more

BMW Takes Its Self-Driving Car To The Limit

News January 16, 2014

BMW were out to prove a point at this year’s CES. The point being that self-driving systems will not be ready until they are able to handle every type of road situation and condition. The company was conducting autonomous driving demos at the event in Las Vegas, taking the... Read more

Google X Has Met With FDA To Discuss New Medical Device

News January 16, 2014

Bloomberg reports that employees from Google X, which is known for its secretive research and projects, have met with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), sparking speculation that Google is working on a new product that includes biosensors for use in contact lenses. At least four members of Google’s... Read more

Microsoft Accounts Hacked By Syrian Electronic Army

Internet News January 15, 2014

Microsoft’s authorised blog and some of its Twitter accounts were hacked over the weekend. Microsoft‘s blog and a couple of its Twitter accounts were breached by a group called the Syrian Electronic Army this past weekend. This hacking came after the New Year’s hack of Microsoft’s Skype blogging site... Read more

Audi Will Make Sure You Never Hit Another Red Light

News January 15, 2014

The great pet peeve of many a driver is nothing other than the red light. Can anyone out there honestly say they enjoy sitting at stoplights and waiting for them to turn green again? And, it never fails – whenever you are in a hurry, you are bound to... Read more

Passenger Records His Plane Crashing & Takes Selfies

News Photo and Image January 15, 2014

If you were aboard a plane that was crashing, what would you do when you realized all hope was lost? Would you say a prayer? Try and take charge and calm everyone down as much as possible? Maybe call your spouse, family or kids? Or, maybe you’d take out... Read more

OpenBCI Lets You Produce Your Own EEG Brainscanner

News January 15, 2014

With a little help from some DARPA funding, Conor Russomanno and Joel Murphy have created an open-source brain scanner that you can print in the comfort of your own home. You then have the technology to be able to hook up to your own brainwaves. The device has been... Read more

CubeSensors: Fitness Trackers For The Home

News January 14, 2014

Fitness trackers are all the rage, a result of the juxtaposition of the renewed interest in healthy living and the continuing attraction to gadgets. From FitBit to the Nike Fuel Band (and a bunch of other brands in between), gadget lovers who want to keep track of their fitness... Read more

Windows 9 Will Be Here April 2015 Says Microsoft

News January 14, 2014

The rumours are in: Microsoft is planning to unveil Windows 9 around April 2015 but will announce the release at its Build 2014 developer conference. This will be part of the company’s Threshold plans, says Paul Thurrott, all part of the many updates expected from Microsoft. Although we don’t... Read more

Fluent Forever: Language-Learning App

Mobile News January 14, 2014

I remember, a very long time ago when I was at school, I had the opportunity to learn a foreign language. I really wanted to learn Spanish, however the forces of darkness (my school education authority) decided that there weren’t enough students who wanted to learn Spanish and I... Read more

Microsoft Kills Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows XP

News Windows January 13, 2014

I think that by now, practically everyone has come to terms with the fact that we have to say goodbye to Windows XP. Starting August 2014, Microsoft will stop all support for Windows XP, forcing existing users to use more updated versions of the OS. Even with the pressure... Read more

Sleep Number Now Offers A SmartBed

News January 13, 2014

There are all kinds of apps out there nowadays that measure the quality of your sleep. They’re all really simple to use – most of the time, all you have to do is tell it you’re going to sleep, tell it the right time you need to wake up,... Read more

Smart Basketball: Improve Your Skills

News January 13, 2014

Basketball is all about skill, precision and accuracy. But what if you don’t have a personal coach but still want to improve your game? InfoMotion Sports Technologies has now created a smart basketball called 94Fifty. A basketball that can improve your game, reinforce skill level and basically help you... Read more

Pulsewallet Lets You Pay With Your Veins

News January 13, 2014

In recent times we’ve seen an increase in technology that focuses on quicker and easier payment transactions. Most people now use contactless credit cards in order to pay for something, whereas some smart cards will consolidate all your flexible friends in to one, like Coin. Yet a machine named... Read more

Motion-Tracking Stem Controllers, VR From Sixense

News January 12, 2014

Virtual reality is still too ‘virtual’ but Sixense’s goal is to change all that. The new Stem System uses a tracking system which follows body parts (up to 5) or peripherals, using sensors that which can be exchanged between them. Sixense aims to start shipping this product in July... Read more

Keep Your Hands Warm With A ToastyMUG

News January 12, 2014

How many times have you gripped your hands around your steaming coffee cup on those frigid mornings when you want to do anything but leave the house? This happens especially on those outdoor camping trips when the temperature is slightly less than ideal. We pour the coffee (or favorite... Read more

The Light Lead: Worlds First Optical Analogue Guitar Cable

News January 11, 2014

We all dream of being the lead guitarist in our favourite rock band, don’t we? The sound of a electric guitar brings chills down your spine. When a talented guitarist takes his solo, we are left in awe and wonder. But how is that amazing sound made? Enter The... Read more

AdhereTech Wireless Pill Bottle

News January 11, 2014

In the United States today, the healthcare system in under pressure financially because hundreds of millions of dollars each year is wasted on patients forgetting to take their prescription drugs. Not to mention the complications involved for patients who fail to adhere to their doctor’s orders. A startup company,... Read more