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3 PC Games Like Angry Birds That You Can Play Offline
Like any popular game, Angry Birds has spawned clones. These games are often flash-based, and though most aren’t up to par with Angry Birds, they’re a nice diversion for someone who has slaughtered their fill of hogs. Just one problem – most of these games require an Internet connection. So what are you supposed to do when you’re offline?
The 3 Best Google Analytics Apps [Android]
If you’re running a blog, Google Analytics may be the best single tool in your arsenal of traffic-generating weapons. Available for free, and capable of providing excellent data, Analytics is a must-have. The basic site isn’t well optimized for mobile devices however, which can be frustrating for webmasters who want to keep tabs on sites without dragging around a laptop.
Are Ad Blocking Browser Extensions Killing The Internet?
One of the reasons for the Internet’s surge in popularity is the cost of most online content – or rather, the lack of cost. That’s not to say the content is free, however. Almost every site is supported by advertisements (including MakeUseOf), and sites are paid for displaying them either per-click or, in some cases, via a flat monthly fee.
5 Must-Have Podcasts That Manly Men Need To Listen To
As other manly men know, it can be a difficult lifestyle. Chopping down trees with your bare hands sounds awesome, but after doing it for an hour or two it can become a bit dull. That goes double if there are no bears to wrestle nearby. Podcasts have always been a great way to reduce tedium, but a real manly man can’t listen to just any podcast.
Automate SMS Replies & Schedule Messages With Auto SMS [Android 2.1+]
Texting has become a common and very popular method of communicating with friends. Shooting off a quick text is much quicker and easier than calling, and it’s possible to text while distracted by other tasks. Of course, those other tasks sometimes need to take priority. Fortunately, the Auto SMS app for Android makes texting possible even when you’re not available.
Why Tablets Shouldn't Have Keyboards Included With Them [Geeks Weigh In]
Once the love of all geeks, laptops are now defending their turf against smaller, lighter tablets that provide excellent battery life. While it’s not clear if tablets are the cause, laptops have seen their sales stall out recently. Yet in spite of their position as the new gadget wonder-child, some tablets try to be more like their older brethren by offering a physical keyboard.
5 Ways to Improve the Battery Life of Your Tablet
Tablets are becoming a popular mobile device, and their impressive endurance is one of the greatest draws. Most tablets can last eight to ten hours even when displaying mobile video or surfing the web. This is plenty for most users, but there may come a time when you need even more life. These five tips can help you extract every second from your tablet’s battery.
How To Restore Data Service To Your Smartphone [Android]
Mobile data service is ubiquitous in most major cities, making it unlikely that an Android user will ever go without seeing the 3G or 4G logo lit up on their device. There are still many places however, that don’t have access to mobile data – and unexpected interference can also disrupt your connection.
5 Alternative Uses For An Old & Out Of Date Android Phone
If anyone were to craft a Toy Story homage based on smartphones, it would be a depressing tale. Smartphones are bought, loved, and then discarded – often all within two or three years. While these older smartphones can sometimes be sold or traded, they’re usually left to be forgotten in a bottom drawer or the bottom of a trash can.
Watch YouTube Videos With Friends On Google+ Hangouts [News]
Google+ Hangouts, the group video chat feature that lets friends talk face-to-face online, is adding another trick up its sleeve – live streaming YouTube. This new feature lets up to ten people watch YouTube live streams together. Currently, it is possible to use live feeds with hangouts, but only through the following 5-step process.
How To Use Windows’ Parental Controls To Restrict Your Child's Use Of The PC
Computers can be intimidating to parents. Allowing children the opportunity to understand computers is important, but a PC can be used to explore curiosities that are inappropriate. They also can turn into massive time sinks thanks to the games and movies available on them.
4 Great Tetris-Like Games For Your Smartphone [Android]
Tetris was the first video game I remember playing. It came with the Nintendo my grandfather purchased for me. Games like Tetris remain popular because they’re easy to understand, fun to play, and don’t rely on fancy hardware. There are quite a few great Tetris-like games available on Android, and some put a twist on the basic concept.
The 3 Best Modern Alternatives To SimCity
One game genre that’s unfortunately withered is the city simulator. This type of game was never a huge success compared to action-packed shooters and real-time strategy games, but it’s always had a place in the hearts of some PC gamers. While the vaunted SimCity series has ended (for now), there are a few games that carry on the legacy.
The Kindle Vs. The Sony Reader – A Head-to-Head Comparison
Although it will still be some time before eReaders largely replace books, they’re certainly a successful new gadget. Over the past few years they’ve become both better to use and much more affordable, so much so that anyone who might buy a few new hardbacks can easily purchase an entry-level eReader.
Gs & LTEs: Understanding Mobile Broadband [Technology Explained]
Connecting to the Internet was once all about big honking cords. The cords might be telephone lines, or cable lines, or FiOS lines specifically installed for Internet service, but the running theme is a line of wire connecting you to the Internet. Today, that’s not always the case as mobile broadband becomes ubiquitous in major urban centers.
3 Apps to Benchmark Your Smartphone [Android]
Benchmarking has long been the best way to objectively explore the performance of a device. By using a standard test, it’s possible to throw mere opinion to the wayside and obtain reliable results that can be reproduced by others. PCs have been benchmarked by reviewers for years, and it’s not hard to find free benchmark software for Windows.
3 Great Free Alternative Apps To Replace The Default Android SMS & MMS App
As you might expect, all Android phones come with a stock messaging app that handles SMS and MMS messages. This app provides basic functionality, and may be modified in different ways based on the phone you’re using. It works well enough, but just well enough. If you’re looking for more options, however, you’ll need a third-party SMS app.
The Three Best 3D Tower Defense Games For The PC
Tower Defense is one of the most popular game genres today, and it’s easy to see why. The basic idea – mowing down enemies as they approach your fortifications – is both satisfying and easy to learn. Yet, on the other hand, this formula can be twisted to create extremely complex gameplay.
The 5 Best No Contract Smartphones With Premium Data Features
Smartphones are great. They offer access to the Internet, to your email, and thousands upon thousands of apps. They’re basically pocket PCs, and for geeks, that’s only a step away from heaven. There’s just one problem though, and that’s contracts. The phones are great. The two year contracts with outrageous pricing? Not so much. There are however a handful of choices that are available without a contract.