About Dave Parrack
Dave Parrack is a staff writer at MUO. He has previously been the news editor, a section editor, and a deputy editor.
He has been writing about technology since 2007, and has been with MakeUseOf since 2011.
He has bylines at various sites, including SlashGear, New Atlas, and WebTVWire.
Dave uses ChromeOS and Android, but isn't a Google fanboy. He has a particular interest in new and emerging technology, and thinks AI may well change the world. He is also addicted to the NYT's daily games such as Wordle, Connections, and Strands.
Latest Articles
Apple Music Has a Secret $99 Annual Subscription
Apple is now offering an annual subscription to Apple Music. And anyone taking the company up on the offer can save almost 20 percent every year.
It's Now Even Easier to Buy Gig Tickets on Spotify
Spotify is making it easier than ever for music lovers to buy gig tickets thanks to new partnerships with digital marketing platforms Eventbrite and AXS.
Microsoft Office Is Now Available on the Windows Store
You can now download Microsoft Office directly from the Windows Store for the first time. Unfortunately, at the moment the apps are only available to Windows 10 users at the moment.
Google Drive Will Now Backup and Sync Your Files
Google is replacing Google Drive for PC and Mac with a new tool that it calls Backup and Sync. This allows you to backup and sync all of your various files and folders.
You Can Now Use GIFs on Facebook (Here's How)
Facebook is finally allowing everyone to use GIFs in comments. So expect Facebook to become a mess of MySpace proportions in a very short space of time. Joy!
E3 2017: Super Mario Odyssey Steals the Show
Nintendo has used E3 2017 to show off Super Mario Odyssey in all its fantastically weird glory. We have a trailer, we have a release date, and we have more details about the game itself.
Best Buy Now Lets You Try Gadgets Before You Buy
Best Buy is offering you the chance to try gadgets before you buy them. It isn't cheap, but it should appeal to consumers unable to decide on a purchase.
E3 2017: You Can Now Play PS4 Games on Smartphones
Sony has unveiled PlayLink, which lets anyone and everyone play PS4 games on their smartphones. This is couch co-op gaming for 21st century millenials.
You Can Now Draw Your Own Emoji in Gboard
Gboard for Android is now capable of recognizing your hand-drawn emoji. This is just one of a number of improvements Google has made to its keyboard app for Android users.
E3 2017: Microsoft Unveils the Xbox One X
Microsoft has unveiled the Xbox One X, which the company describes as "the world's most powerful console".
Cortana Now Helps You Save Money When Shopping Online
Cortana, Microsoft's digital personal assistant, can now help you save money when you're shopping online. Which is nice of her.
Spotify Knows What You Listened to Last Summer
Spotify has created a playlist full of songs you've listened to over previous summers. Your Summer Rewind is a playlist packed with the songs Spotify thinks you like listening to during the summer months.
Pandora Adds Infinite Listening for Premium Users
Pandora has added a new feature to Pandora Premium. Called Autoplay, this means you'll never encounter dead air again while using Pandora Premium.
Amazon Kills Its Unlimited Cloud Storage Plan
Amazon is killing off its generous unlimited storage plan. In its place will be a set of plans which cost more for every terabyte of data you add.
Get Amazon Prime Cheaper If You're on Welfare
Amazon is now offering Amazon Prime subscriptions at a discounted rate for anyone receiving government assistance. Which means millions of Americans.
Google Teaches Your Kids How to Stay Safe Online
Google has launched a new initiative called Be Internet Awesome. It comprises of five key lessons which should help children everywhere navigate the online world.
How iOS 11 Makes Your iPad More Like a Mac
Apple has taken the wraps off of the new iOS 11, and it blurs the line between iOS and macOS. This is especially true when it comes to iPads, which are getting some awesome new features.
Google Home Beats the Amazon Echo to Canada
Canadians are about to get their first taste of a smart home powered by Google. Because Google Home is now available to buy in Canada, beating Amazon to the True North.
YouTube Explains How to Keep Advertisers Happy
In an effort to appease both creators and advertisers, YouTube has clarified what kinds of videos will be monetized going forward. But has YouTube hit that sweet spot appeasing everyone?
Pinboard Acquires Delicious Just to Shut It Down
Pinboard has acquired Delicious, a bookmarking site people from the dim and distant past may remember. So it looks like the end may finally be nigh for this relic of the old-skool interwebs.