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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…
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…
Lithium-Sulfur Battery Is Cheaper & Safer
News June 12, 2013
Scientists have been trying to find cheap, effective energy storage solutions for decades. Until now, lithium-ion batteries have been the norm, but a new discovery promises to replace them with a more affordable alternative. Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers have created a lithium-sulfur battery that is not only cheaper,... Read more
One of the masterminds behind of widely popular gaming franchise Assassin’s Creed, Patrice Desilets, has sued publisher Ubisoft for wrongful termination, after being fired last month. Desilets and his legal representatives claim the decision was abusive and without merit, but Ubisoft rejects the allegations and insists that it was... Read more
Mind-controlled Flying Robot Successfully Tested
News June 12, 2013
How would you like to be able to control your gadgets and electronics with the power of thought alone? It may sound like distant science fiction stuff, but we’re actually not that far off, as this mind-controlled flying robot proves. Minnesota University researchers have successfully tested a new system... Read more
Indie game developers, rejoice! And, if you’re an avid supporter of the indie concept, you have good reason to clap your hands – and get clicking – as well. Amazon has just launched a new dedicated storefront called the Amazon Indie Game Store. Obviously, this section is all about... Read more
Linux Releases Source Code for Rockchip RK3188 Devices
News June 12, 2013
Linux releasing its source code is seen as a major step, and those who are keen on operating systems will be pleased with this. Rockchip’s RK3188 processor is known to be among the fastest ARM Cortex-A9 chips around. The 28nm quad-core processor supersedes the Samsung Galaxy S III and... Read more
Q-FOG Personal Mist System for Cyclists
News June 11, 2013
If heat gets to you easily but you don’t want to stop taking long bike rides this summer, this may very well be what you need. To chill you out a bit during those rides in the sun, try this personal mister designed and developed by two Israeli cyclists.... Read more
Sony have released the PlayStation 4 during a press conference at E3 in Los Angeles. We knew there would be one on the way after an announcement made by Sony in February. They began to develop the new version of the device as soon as the PlayStation 3 was... Read more
Apple announced today, during their developer conference that the latest version of OS X, will be named Mavericks (after a popular surfing spot in California). The next version of OS X will focus on better battery life and more organisation for many of the day to day tasks on... Read more
Users Appreciate the Windows 8.1 Start Button
News June 11, 2013
Going over the plans that Microsoft has for Windows 8 can help you discover some pleasant things. It claims to increase Windows’ capabilities considerably, which will allow it to operate with a new category of smaller, more affordable devices. These devices will have enough power and portability but will... Read more
Recent rumors that Sony was considering a plan to split up its entertainment and electronic divisions into separate companies have been stoked by reports that the Japanese giant has hired financial experts for help. According to Bloomberg, Sony has already brought financial companies Citigroup and Morgan Stanley on board... Read more
Dell Sets Up Data Development Center in Austin
News June 11, 2013
Dell has established an innovation center that is designed to facilitate data storage and analysis. This center is geared to enhance its modular, open platforms for customers. There are other companies that are into this business as well, but Dell is a well known company that has now stepped... Read more
Facial recognition software can have many useful applications, most notably for online identification purposes and secure access to a location or an account. A new app is now taking this technology even further, using it to help find and identify missing persons. The facial recognition app was developed in... Read more
R-Kaid 42 Wooden Retro Console for Nostalgic Gamers
News June 10, 2013
Do you miss some nice joystick-driven arcade gaming like you used to enjoy back in the 1980s or ‘90s? Apparently you’re not the only one. A Swedish design company is trying to breathe new life into arcade gaming with an amazing two-player wooden retro console. Love Hultén’s R-Kaid 42... Read more
Linux Top 2013 Distros
News June 10, 2013
Linux gives its users a good variety to choose from due to its brilliant releases. Each new release outdoes the previous one. Linux makes it easy for you by giving you one version at a time that can be truly appreciated. With each release, its popularity has grown further,... Read more
When Any.DO first launched in 2011, The Next Web called it the “only productivity app you’ll ever need.” Even though, back then, it was only available for Android, the to-do app seemed to have impressed users by its simplicity and sleekness. Two years down the road, Any.DO is already... Read more
Xbox One players can trade their games but 3rd party publishers cannot. Microsoft announced on Thursday in an online statement that players will be allowed to trade their Microsoft Xbox One games at “participating retailers” without paying extra fees. However, it can’t say the same for other publishers’ titles.... Read more
User Satisfaction Lower For Windows 8 than Windows 7
News June 10, 2013
A survey was carried out in order to determine the satisfaction level among Windows users. More specifically, the survey was conducted in order to determine whether users were more satisfied with Windows 7 as opposed to Windows 8. This survey is called the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), and... Read more
This year’s edition of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles kicks off on Tuesday with plenty of goodies for video game fans, including new gaming systems and hundreds of exciting titles. This year’s E3 video game conference and show will run June 11-13 at the Los Angeles... Read more