[Windows] Encrypt external USB drives and internal hard drives with Protectorion ToGo

Briley Kenney — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:55:23 +0000

Protection, protection, protection. Security, security, security. It sure does seem like we talk about both subjects a lot here at dotTech, and for good reason too. You can never be too safe, especially when it comes to your personal data and information. There are two types of apps that will [...]

[Android] Xday helps you easily calculate the days remaining until a specified date

Briley Kenney — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:54:04 +0000

One tool that would be incredibly useful is if you could calculate time just by entering a date. For example, what if you could enter the date of your next birthday, and find out exactly how long it will be until that date arrives? Of course, there are so many [...]

[iPhone] Buycott helps you spend money on products from socially responsible companies

Tucker — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:53:16 +0000

One of the most interesting books I read last year was “The New Rules of Green Marketing” by Jacquelyn Ottman. As a kid who grew up watching “Captain Planet” and had one parent working in the environmental/wildlife sector, I’ve always been a bit “green.” What I really enjoyed about this [...]

[Mac OS X] Minbox claims to be “the fastest file-sharing app in the world”

Tucker — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:52:38 +0000

I’m a sucker for any app that has a sleek, minimalist design. Design isn’t everything, but an app that has been thoughtfully designed almost always works better than an app that features a clunky aesthetic. So when I heard about Minbox, a file-sharing app that featured a very minimal [...]

Google is being investigated by FTC over anti-competitive practices in the US (again) [Rumor]

Enrique — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:51:22 +0000

Back in January, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wrapped up its investigation on Google’s alleged anti-competitive practices regarding its search business. Google promised to make the necessary changes and all was well and good. But now, Google is reportedly facing another investigation by the FTC over anti-competitive conduct in [...]

Doctors use a 3D-printed trachea implant to save a baby’s life

Briley Kenney — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:50:31 +0000

With the media all gung-ho about covering the worst news, sometimes it can be easy to lose sight of the good things that are accomplished with various kinds of tech. For example, 3D printing technology has been rampantly covered lately thanks to an increase in plans for 3D printed weapons.[...]

Microsoft has heard you: they have added a Start button for Windows 8… on a mouse

Enrique — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:49:11 +0000

Microsoft’s latest mice are designed to make Windows 8 a little easier to use for those that don’t use trackpads or touchscreens. If you’re a Windows 8 user and prefer to use a mouse for all your computing needs, you probably weren’t very satisfied with navigating Microsoft’s latest OS. That’s [...]

Microsoft’s next-generation Kinect motion sensor is coming to Windows PCs next year

Enrique — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:48:16 +0000

When Microsoft unveiled its next-generation video game console, the Xbox One, they announced that every system would come with the next version of its Kinect sensor. In fact, the Xbox One requires the Kinect to function. Now the company has confirmed that the new Kinect is also coming to Windows [...]

Apple’s latest commercial really pulls at the heartstrings [Video]

Enrique — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:47:30 +0000

Apple’s latest ad campaign continues with the newly released “Music Every Day” commercial. After the extremely relatable (and touching) commercial that highlighted how popular the iPhone is for taking pictures, this one is all about it being one of the most popular music players in the world.

It also seems [...]

HTC One with stock Android might be coming soon [Rumor]

Enrique — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:46:10 +0000

This is exactly what HTC needs amidst all the bad news of high profile departures and company instability. Although the company originally denied that this would be happening, it looks like an HTC One with a pure Google experience might be on its way. And very soon too.

Citing unnamed [...]

Walmart to sell cheap Android tablets, Hisense Sero 7 LT and Pro, for $99 to $149

Briley Kenney — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:45:39 +0000

Budget tablets are something of a running joke in the tech world, especially when you can pick up the stock Nexus 7 directly from Google for $199. It’s a relatively cheap tablet that also packs a nice punch thanks to subsidized pricing from Google.

Chinese manufacturer Hisense is going to [...]

Very creepy makeup [Amazing Photo of the Day]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:43:59 +0000

This person makes their mouth look like an eye. And it is bloody creepy.

Our powerfully gorgeous Sun [Wallpaper]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:40:12 +0000

I'm not sure if this wallpaper is of a photo take of the Sun or a digitally crafted image of the Sun; I do know, however, that this is an awesome wallpaper.

GIF vs JIF [Comic]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:35:53 +0000

Pronouncing 'GIF' as 'JIF' is "stupid".

A log file that is… 56 GB large?! [Image]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:29:20 +0000

'Toolbar_log.txt' is 59,366,624 KB in size.

Where there’s a will, there’s a way [Image]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:23:54 +0000

This person makes use of four adapters in order to read their microSD card on their computer.

“Can you send me a screenshot of the error?” [Image]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:18:57 +0000

When asked to send a screenshot of an error a user was getting, the person printed the screenshot and mailed it to tech support (snail mail, not email).

This password must be at least 6639 characters long [Image]

Ashraf — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:14:35 +0000

The password policy for this BIOS dictates the password must be at least 6639 characters.

[Windows] Terminate malware (virus, spyware, etc.) and rogue software or processes with KillEmAll

Briley Kenney — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:44:42 +0000

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

Briley Kenney — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:38:20 +0000

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

Tucker — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:26:50 +0000

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

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:20:56 +0000

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 [...]

HTC One sells 5 million units in roughly one month

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:08:59 +0000

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 [...]

Samsung Galaxy S4 sells 10 million units in less than 30 days, beats last year’s record sales

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:57:07 +0000

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 [...]

Microsoft makes fun of iPad using Siri’s voice in latest Windows 8 ad [Video]

Enrique — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:39:12 +0000

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 [...]

Engineer designs ring that illuminates during moments of romance

Briley Kenney — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:38:02 +0000

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 [...]

NASA funds research for 3D printer that will print food — food you can eat

Enrique — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:34:21 +0000

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 [...]

New study shows in-flight mobile use is on the rise

Briley Kenney — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:33:12 +0000

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 [...]

Now you can jam out to killer tunes while swimming with the Finis Neptune

Briley Kenney — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:25:56 +0000

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 [...]

Cats watching The Lion King [Amazing Photo of the Day]

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:22:58 +0000

Two cats watch The Lion King on a laptop, aspire to be as cool as Simba.

A sad planet [Wallpaper]

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:17:08 +0000

It is almost like this planet is crying.

This is why the government hates Google Glass [Comic]

Ashraf — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:05:09 +0000

"Google Glass could invade people's privacy..."

Inventor of the GIF image format tells us how ‘GIF’ is properly pronounced

Enrique — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:39:23 +0000

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 [...]

[Windows] Backup and restore open windows, programs, files, tabs, and more across multiple computers with Cupcloud

Briley Kenney — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:38:18 +0000

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

Briley Kenney — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:29:48 +0000

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 [...]