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[Windows] Terminate malware (virus, spyware, etc.) and rogue software or processes with KillEmAll
Security utilities will always be around, and new security platforms will always be introduced. After all, you can never truly be 100% secure. Sometimes even with anti-virus software installed on a computer rogue software can still make it through the cracks. KillEmAll works like the Window Task Manager and it [...]
[Android] Help find a place to park your car wherever you go with ParkMe
One of the worst things about going to an event, especially one in a big city is that you have to find suitable parking. Finding a single place to park can definitely be stressful, and it can be expensive too! Wouldn’t it be great if you could plan your parking [...]
[iPhone] Amazing Breaker is an addictive, semi-unique puzzle game
There’s only one app that I’ve had on my iPhone since Day 1, and have never uninstalled or re-downloaded. That app is the addictive puzzle game Amazing Breaker. My only beef with this game is that it takes forever for new level packs to come out. Finally, Level Pack [...]
Apple files lawsuit claiming Google Now infringes on Siri patents
After what can be considered downtime between the two tech giants, Apple is out for Samsung’s blood yet again. Apple has recently filed an amendment adding Samsung’s latest device, Galaxy S4, to the list of infringing devices in a lawsuit that is schedule to take place in 2014. Of course [...]
Read More »HTC One sells 5 million units in roughly one month
An unnamed HTC executive has told The Wall Street Journal that 5 million HTC One units have been sold since its global release roughly one month ago. It isn’t clear if this 5 million is the actual number of devices sold to end users or the number of devices sold [...]
Read More »Samsung Galaxy S4 sells 10 million units in less than 30 days, beats last year’s record sales
After blockbuster sales of its Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note II handsets last year, Samsung is back with a bang. A bang worth 10 million units.
According to an official press release, Samsung has sold 10 million Galaxy S4 units in less than 30 days (the phone debuted globally [...]
Read More »Microsoft makes fun of iPad using Siri’s voice in latest Windows 8 ad [Video]
Now this is interesting. For Microsoft’s newest Windows 8 commercial, the company decided that they would use one of Apple’s own features against them — Siri.
The ad shows Siri highlighting all the different things that the iPad can’t do, and Microsoft’s Surface tablet can. Multitasking is of course one [...]
Read More »Engineer designs ring that illuminates during moments of romance
A geek’s dream is to one day marry a special geek, and have geeky kids. Then, that same geek probably wants to live a happy life filled with gadgets, nerdy goodness and more. I know this is true, because I qualify for that generalization. Unfortunately, my misses is not a [...]
Read More »NASA funds research for 3D printer that will print food — food you can eat
I don’t know about you, but I’m getting awfully tired of hearing about the latest 3D-printed guns. That’s why the news that NASA is funding research into a 3D printer with the goal of printing food is probably the best thing I’ve heard all week.
A mechanical engineer by the [...]
Read More »New study shows in-flight mobile use is on the rise
In March, the FAA made an announcement that they were considering allowing customers to use tablets and e-readers during takeoff and landings, so long as they are in airplane mode. They’re still not willing to allow smartphone use, but who doesn’t see that coming? Regardless of if the FAA is [...]
Read More »Now you can jam out to killer tunes while swimming with the Finis Neptune
Underwater audio devices are nothing new. For example, Finis –the company we’re going to talk about- has been making underwater audio devices or headsets for quite a while. The Finis SwiMP3 has been around for at least five years already. It’s a unique MP3 player that works underwater thanks to [...]
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Inventor of the GIF image format tells us how ‘GIF’ is properly pronounced
During the 17th annual Webby Awards, Steve Wilhite received the Lifetime Achievement award. He deserves it too, since he’s the guy that brought us the Graphics Interchange Format. Or the GIF, as everyone calls it today. GIFs have a very special place on the internet — you can’t go through [...]
Read More »[Windows] Backup and restore open windows, programs, files, tabs, and more across multiple computers with Cupcloud
There are many ways to sync content and files cross-platform. Google Drive is a great way to jump from computer to computer and keep all of your files. It’s always good to consider alternatives though, as there are quite a few of them out there. Cupcloud is a different kind [...]
[Android] RegawMod Rebooter allows you to easily reboot, power off, or go into recovery or bootloader by clicking a button on your Windows computer
For Android power users, the option to quickly reboot a device is pretty significant. Several mobile apps incorporate the function, like Titanium Backup for example. After performing various tasks and changing certain settings it’s necessary to restart the smartphone, just like a desktop computer. When an Android device is connected [...]
[iPhone] Research prices and reviews before you buy with Decide Shopping & Price Predictor
I’m a bargain hunter. I fully believe that paying full price is for suckers. I shop clearance and overstock sales, and generally find some amazing bargains. One of our recent acquisitions was a new H/K receiver that retails for about $500: we scored it for $175 thanks to careful shopping. [...]
The Leap Motion makes Windows 8 look… awesome [Video]
The Leap Motion controller is supposed to change the way we use computers. After seeing this video of the Leap controlling Windows 8, I’m starting to believe them:
Microsoft designed Windows 8 to be used with touch — that’s why so many PC manufacturers are now shoving touch screens into [...]
Read More »Stunning photos of a white tiger [Amazing Photo of the Day]
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These photos capture a Bengal white tiger in the Singapore Zoo during snack (feeding) time.
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Microsoft unveils its next-generation console, the Xbox One: Here’s everything you need to know
After several months of leaks and rumors, Microsoft officially announced the successor to the Xbox 360 at an event in their Redmond headquarters today. All signs pointed to the name, “Xbox Infinity,” but Microsoft amazingly kept its true name under wraps until the official reveal: the Xbox One.
In contrast [...]
Read More »[Windows] Backup and restore WiFi and wired network settings with Network Profiles Utility
If you manage multiple Windows installs or even configure various network profiles on a plethora of PCs, then the task can become quite tedious. It’s especially inconvenient if you need to set up a static IP or custom DNS server every time. Network Profiles Utility aims to eliminate that mess [...]
[Windows] Convert and optimize videos for various mobile devices with Click2Mobile
As mobile device screens and tablets get bigger over time, they become increasingly more useful for watching videos and movies. I mean seriously, they’ve successfully meshed a smartphone and tablet, to create a phablet (devices in excess of 5-inches). Quite honestly, especially when you have time to kill, watching videos [...]
How to read or view non-English text or font on Android, iOS, BlackBerry, Windows Phone, and Symbian [Guide]
![How to read or view non-English text or font on Android, iOS, BlackBerry, Windows Phone, and Symbian [Guide]](http://cdn.dottech.org/media/2013/05/opera-290x160.jpg)
Reading non-English text or fonts or scripts is relatively easy on traditional computers, thanks to Unicode and other protocols. However, doing the same on a mobile device such as a mobile phone or a tablet can be a pain since, more often than not, bizarre rendering of complex non-English fonts [...]
Read More »[Android] Automatically upload photos to Facebook with FaceDropt
One of the most common uses for a smartphone these days is to take pictures and videos of excursions, events or just daily activities. Pretty much everyone has a camera on them at all times now, and it’s safe to say that a lot of devices have their local storage [...]
[iPhone] Find local restaurants, gas stations, banks, and more with NearMe
I’ve been thinking about moving lately: some interesting job listings and offers from friends have come across my desk lately, and it might be kind of fun. One thing I wouldn’t relish, however, would be having to find new restaurants, hang-outs, and amenities in a new city. I mean, that [...]
Chinese hackers have resumed cyberattacks on the US
Remember all that hubbub over China hacking US companies a few months ago? It looks like they’re back at it. Surprisingly, the attacks have not only resumed but are originating from the same source – Unit 61398 in Shanghai. Why they chose to resume operations from a location that’s already [...]
Read More »There is a new 3D-printed gun, and its cheaper and more powerful than the Liberator
When the Liberator first made its way onto the internet, many people bemoaned the fact that a dangerous weapon could be easily made using a 3D printer. What they didn’t realize was that the 3D printer that was used to create the original Liberator costs around $8,000 — well out [...]
Read More »Amazing 18-year-old invents tiny device that fully charges in 20 seconds, could power mobile devices of the future
18-year-old Eesha Khare just won the Intel Foundation Young Scientist Award and $50,000. Why? Well, you know, no big deal, she just invented a new supercapacitor that charges in 20-30 seconds.
The device, which is small and around an inch in length, has the ability to “hold a lot of [...]
Read More »Yahoo completely redesigns Flickr — now provides 1TB of free storage, has new image-focused UI and sharing options
At an event in New York today, Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer made the expected acquisition of popular microblogging service Tumblr official. But before that, Yahoo also announced a massively redesigned version of Flickr (which was also rumored). After checking out the site and its new look, I have to say [...]
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Beautiful red mountain [Wallpaper]
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I’m not sure where this mountain is located, or even if it is a real mountain or not. I do know, however, that this is another awesome naturesque wallpaper.
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