Dann Albright
480 articles published since January 22, 2014
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About Dann Albright
Dann is a content strategy and marketing consultant who helps companies generate demand and leads. He also blogs about strategy and content marketing at dannalbright.com.
The 7 Best Bike Computers You Can Afford Today
Cycling is thought of a low-tech activity; you jump on your bike and go. But some really cool devices can show you data about your ride, like speed and distance of your ride.
3 Magical Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Save Your Time
Artificial intelligence is cutting edge. But the ultimate goal is to simplify our lives We look at how AI can write your emails, schedule your meetings, and save you time.
How to Enjoy Life More With Smartphone Photography
Smartphone photography has made it easy to record your life, but how does it affect your experiences? Does it distract you from what you're doing, or does it help you become more engaged?
3 Complex Excel Extraction Problems Solved and Explained
Many people struggle with extracting information from complex cells in Microsoft Excel. We examined three special cases and here we explain the formulas used to isolate the data from the spreadsheet.
Do You Know These 4 Ways to Save Money with Groupon?
Want to save even more money with Groupon? Check out these four little-known tips to leave more cash in your pocket.
10 Geek Celebrities on Twitter You'll Really Want to Follow
If you're a geek on Twitter, you probably already follow some of the nerdiest celebrities. But there are a lot more geek celebrities on Twitter. These 10 geeks are a lot of fun to follow!
How Billboards Are Evolving to Track and Spy on You
Billboards are no longer passive entities. The next time you pass one by, it could be collecting information on you that is then sold to the highest bidder. Here's what you need to know.
Drinking the Kool Aid: 8 Reasons People Love Their Macs
When you can buy a laptop for under $500, and a Chromebook will satisfy most people's computing needs, why do people insist on spending well over $1000 on a Mac?
How Does Your Camera's ISO Setting Affect Your Photos?
Knowing when to adjust your ISO settings can make a huge difference to your photography.
How Should You Organize Your Photos? Try One of These 5 Methods
How can you keep everything organized so you can actually find the photos you're looking for? Just use one of these five easy methods!
Save Your Cash: These 5 Mobile MMORPGs Are Free
Want to try an MMO, but don't have the time to dedicate to a PC-based game? These 5 free, mobile MMORPGs are definitely worth a look!
Make Your Digital Photos Stand Out with These 6 Unique Photo Books
Photography is a great creative hobby, but when it comes to printing, everyone does the same thing. Here are six photo books that'll make your snaps unique.
7 Geeky Books Everybody Should Read In August 2016
Another month, another set of book recommendations direct from MakeUseOf HQ. This article highlights geeky books that we think our readers will enjoy reading over the next month.
Your Expensive Hobby Doesn't Have to Ruin Your Budget
Hobbies -- especially electronics-related ones -- can be really expensive. But they don't need to ruin your budget! Here's how to make financial adjustments for expensive hobbies.
8 Must-Play Challenges That Keep Destiny Interesting
Even if you've been playing Destiny since the day it came out, there are probably still a few things you haven't done. Try one of these adventures to keep it fresh.
Personal Finance Software for Your Mac: 5 Solid Options
There are lots of options for personal finance software on your Mac, but which should you use? These 5 options will get you up and running in no time.
Could Your Mobile Banking App Be a Big Security Risk?
Mobile banking apps bring convenience to your phone, but could they be a security risk? Banks tend to have pretty solid data security, but how secure are their mobile apps?
Is Your Router a Public Hotspot? Here's What It Means
Not many people are aware that their ISP-issued routers are being used as public hotspots that anyone can access. Here's what that means and why you may want to disable that feature.
Should You Accept LinkedIn Invites from Strangers?
A recent survey found that 24% of LinkedIn users have connected with strangers, despite LinkedIn's repeated warnings not to. Could this explain how LinkedIn has become a vector for spear-phishing and other scams?
7 New Books All Geeks Should Read In July 2016
Lots of fantastic new books are released every month, many of which are guaranteed to appeal to geeks. Here, we offer a selection of those titles we think you'll enjoy reading.