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August 24 Tech news roundup: Windows will remove Control Panel soon, Chrome gets a critical security update, Access Apple Podcasts on any browser

News Aug 24, 2024

Windows 11 Control Panel will be removed soon Microsoft has confirmed it will remove Control Panel from Windows 11. This has been coming for a long time, since 2015 to be precise. A recent update to a document on Microsoft’s website reveals that the legacy app is being deprecated, in…

July 6 Tech news roundup: Netflix is discontinuing its Basic Ad-free plan, Authy suffers another security breach, Google Translate supports 110 new languages

News Jul 6, 2024

Microsoft’s Weather app is displaying more ads Microsoft has made a server-side update to its Weather app. The desktop app, which is pre-installed in Windows 11, now displays multiple advertisements. This is not the first time that the Redmond company has made such a change, it did something similar last…

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Is Microsoft Making A Free Version Of Windows 8.1?

News March 4, 2014

The word is that Microsoft is “experimenting” with a “new” version of Windows 8.1; new because it is supposed to be free. Obviously, if this is true, and Microsoft actually comes out with a free version of Windows 8.1, the chances are that the adoption rate of the operating... Read more

Oscars Selfie Breaks ReTweet Record

Internet March 4, 2014

She is known for her amazing dance moves and generous attitude but now her face is plastered across Twitter for literally the entire world to see! It’s Ellen DeGeneres and the most popular selfie tweet in all of Twitter History! Ellen DeGeneres has officially had the most retweeted post... Read more

Netflix May Soon Cost More For You To Stream

Internet March 2, 2014

Do you regularly stream Netflix? So do I. Maybe a better question would be, “Who doesn’t regularly stream Netflix?” Honestly, I find it hard to believe that most everyone isn’t already a subscriber. There aren’t too many deals out there for $7.99 per month which allow you to stream... Read more

Kaspersky Announces Anti-Phishing Browser

Internet Privacy and Security Software Reviews March 2, 2014

Cyber security specialist, Kaspersky Labs, have just announced ‘Safe Browser’ for Windows Phone. Kaspersky announced the launch at MWC this week. The browser is an alternative to Internet Explorer, which protects against phishing attacks. It does this by automatically blocking dangerous links. The browser is available now on the Windows Phone Store... Read more

Microsoft Wants Better Security than Passwords

News March 1, 2014

Security is the biggest issue for technology users today. From online passwords to passwords and/or passcodes for devices – we there are always people on the lookout for a flaw so that they can take advantage of unauthorized access. And Microsoft is dead serious about finding something better than... Read more

Physicist Thinks He Can Stop Tornadoes in Tornado Alley

Internet March 1, 2014

There’s a reason parts of the midwest are referred to as Tornado Alley – year after year, more and more tornadoes seem to make themselves at home throughout this stretch of the United States. As someone who has spent a big chunk of their life living in and around... Read more

Woman Robbed & Assaulted For Wearing Google Glass In A Bar

Internet March 1, 2014

A woman has claimed she was assaulted and robbed in a bar in San Francisco. The reason for the attack? The woman was wearing Google Glass. Sarah Slocum who is a contributor at Newsdab, arrived at Molotov’s bar early Saturday morning at approximately 1:45 a.m., according to her YouTube page. The alleged... Read more

Offshore Wind Turbines Can Reduce Hurricanes

News February 28, 2014

A large arrangement of wind turbines off shore may help to protect coastal areas that are in danger from hurricanes. The journal, Nature Climate Change, discovered that sizeable turbine arrays (they must produce at the very minimum, 300 gigawatts of electricity) can greatly lower a hurricane’s surface winds as well... Read more

Once More, Microsoft Pushes For Users to Ditch Windows XP

News Windows February 28, 2014

When will it end? I suppose only when Windows XP ceases to exist? Earlier this month, Microsoft urged techies to help their friends and families transition from Windows XP to Windows 8.1. Via a blog post, the company highlighted – not for the first time – that support for... Read more

SGP Technologies Offer Secure Blackphone For $629

Mobile February 28, 2014

Approximately a month ago, I wrote an article covering the issue of privacy and the use of mobile devices. We live in a world where people trust the governments who preside over them less and less. A world where whistleblowers like Edward Snowden bring new, albeit, controversial light on... Read more

Replace Your Credit Cards With The Loop Payment Fob

Mobile February 27, 2014

While credit cards are great in theory, they are also somewhat of a pain in the rear. They get old, and when they get old, their magnetic strips get worn out and though you try everything to get that card reader to read your card, it’s most likely not... Read more

Huawei Announced New Hybrid Talkband At MWC

Mobile February 27, 2014

The Chinese electronics giant, Huawei, has unveiled numerous new and interesting products: including, what they call, the “world’s first hybrid smart band”. The technology firm has also re-energized its smartphone line-up with the release of the Ascend G6 and also they have announced two new “phablets”, which they are... Read more

Playing Tetris Could Help With Weight Loss

Internet February 27, 2014

Psychologists have made the claim that playing Tetris may help with weight loss and smokers’ cravings. According to a new study, playing the classic puzzle game for just three minutes might cut cravings by almost 25%. Researchers claim the visual stimulation offered by the game provided an “essential boost... Read more

Intel Announces Two New Mobile Processors

Mobile February 27, 2014

Many people are focussing on the smartphone and tablet manufactures at MWC 2014. Other firms are there to present their technology, which actually powers those latest, must have gadgets. One such company, that is always a smart move to keep an eye on, is Intel–and they rarely disappoint people.... Read more

US Military To Replace Blackberry With iOS Devices

Mobile February 26, 2014

This just in. Even the US AirForce is turning to the dark side (or light side, depending on your point of view). They are replacing all BlackBerrys with iOS or other approved android mobile devices. Considering BlackBerry is supposed to be one of the most secure devices you can... Read more

Sony’s PS4 Virtual Reality Headset Is On The Way

News February 25, 2014

According to sources, Sony’s rumoured virtual reality headset is near completion and is nearly ready to be unveiled. The little bird, who wants to remain anonymous for obvious reasons, told TechRadar: “The quality and resolution are really, really good. People will definitely be impressed with what Sony’s built”. Sony’s... Read more

Woman Manhandled By Police For Jaywalking While Wearing Earbuds

Internet February 25, 2014

Most all of us learn the proper etiquette for crossing the street when we are young children. You know the rules – be sure to look both ways before you cross, make sure it is safe to cross in the first place, etc. And, depending on where you lived... Read more

Armatix iP1 Smart Handgun Will Only Fire When Used by Owner

News February 24, 2014

The Armatix iP1 handgun comes with a waterproof wristwatch, which only allows the weapon to be fired when within a range of around ten inches. Inside the wristwatch is a RFID chip, which detects whether the watch is in the correct proximity to the gun. A green light indicates... Read more