About Dan Price
Dan joined MakeUseOf in 2014 and has been Partnerships Director since July 2020. Reach out to him for inquires about sponsored content, affiliate agreements, promotions, and any other forms of partnership. You can also find him roaming the show floor at CES in Las Vegas every year; say hi if you're going. Prior to his writing career, he was a Financial Consultant.
Why Data Cap Exemptions Are More Harmful Than You Think
At first glance, it's nice that T-Mobile lets you stream unlimited Netflix without counting towards your data cap, right? But this practice might be more bad than good.
Enable Speech-to-Text and Voice Control by Setting Up Speech Recognition in Windows
Speech Recognition remains more powerful than Cortana. It drives speech to text and voice control. This article will show you what Speech Recognition can do, how to set it up, train it, and use it.
Canceled Cable? 8 Streaming TV Apps to Fill the Void
If you have canceled cable you may be wondering what to watch next. These streaming TV apps may be the answer, as they offer a traditional viewing experience.
5 Reasons to Avoid Smart Assistants If You Value Your Privacy
So, you've bought a new speaker-based smart assistant and it's proudly sitting in the center of your coffee table. But what security risks and privacy problems are you now exposing yourself to?
5 Feng Shui Bedroom Ideas With Smart Gadgets
Feng Shui has five elements: water, fire, wood, earth, and metal. Mix these principles with smart home technology, and you'll create the perfect 21st Century relaxation space.
10 Questions to Ask Before You Cancel Cable
You're probably considering canceling your cable right about now. And you're certainly not alone. However, there are some questions you need to ask yourself before you cancel cable.
Let's Face It: Amazon Echo's Alexa Is Stupid
There's no doubt voice-controlled assistants are the future, but is Alexa the solution? Perhaps not. In this article, I'm going to argue Alexa is actually rather stupid.
Smart Home Feng Shui: How to Make Automation Stylish
Current interior design trends are all about keeping things minimal. Less is more. Unfortunately, tech gadgets can destroy your perfectly crafted plans. Here are seven tips for making your home automation look stylish.
10 Future Technologies You'll See In Your Home in 3 Years
What technology do experts think you'll have in your house by the turn of the decade? I'm going to walk you through a typical day in the smart home of the future.
5 Things That Make Smart Wi-Fi Routers Worth Buying
Today, you can buy a new class of "smart routers", specifically designed to cope with the demands of running a smart home. Here are five things that make smart Wi-Fi routers worth buying.
Hack Your Chromecast Experience With These Tricks
Did you know your Chromecast is capable of much more than simply streaming video? In this article we'll show you eight clever hacks which will make your Chromecast experience even better.
8 Easy Ways to Supercharge Your LastPass Security
You might be using LastPass to manage your many online passwords, but are you using it right? Here are eight steps you can take to make your LastPass account even more secure.
PDF Reader vs. Browser: Which PDF Viewer Is Best for You?
A PDF reader is often one of the first tools people install on their new computer. It's not glamorous or sexy, but it's a vital tool in your productivity arsenal. Or is it?
The Best Backup Software for Windows
Your data is fragile – it only takes one small accident to lose everything. The more backups you make, the better. Here we present the best free backup software for Windows.
A Printable Chart for Any Occasion
Charts are fantastic educational resources, can help keep you organized and, if you choose a good one, look awesome on your wall. Whatever chart you need, you'll find something here.
Craft a Printable Calendar for the New Year
Don't like the calendars you seen in the shop or want to create something unique? Here we show you the eight best tools for crafting you own printable calendar.
10 Free Apps for Solving Crosswords on the Go
Crosswords have moved into the modern era, and they're so fun on Android.
Ransomware's New Frontier: Here's What Will Be Targeted in 2017
Ransomware attacks are spreading, with centralized transport systems now likely to be targeted as much as your smartphone or PC. All the signs point towards these types of attacks becoming more common in future.
Windows 10 Is Coming to ARM: Here's What It Means for You
Microsoft has teamed up with Qualcomm to offer a fully-fledged version of Windows 10 to devices with an ARM processor. We'll explain what this announcement means for you!
The Truth About e-Waste Recycling and Its Effectiveness
The world is producing more e-waste than ever before. We should be recycling it, but there are some problems there that you may not be aware of.