About Dave Parrack
Dave Parrack is a Deputy Editor at MUO and also oversees the site's coverage of current events. He has been writing about technology since 2007, and with MakeUseOf since 2011.
He has previously written for various sites, including Blorge, WebTVWire, and New Atlas.
Dave uses ChromeOS and Android, but isn't a Google fanboy. He thinks AI will change the world sooner than people think, for good or for bad. He has a particular interest in new and emerging technology.
Square Enix Reveals Final Fantasy VII Remake Trailer
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy VII Remake. And while it's only a short teaser, it's enough to get us excited about the game.
Facebook Launches a New Way to Say Happy Birthday
Facebook is offering a new way for you to say Happy Birthday. And all you need to do is know how to use Facebook Stories.
You Can Now Use Alexa Hands-Free on Windows 10
Until now, using Alexa on Windows 10 meant having to "push-to-talk". However, Alexa for Windows 10 now supports wake words.
You Can Now Delete Your Google Data Automatically
Google will now automatically delete your activity data after a set period. So here's how to make Google auto-delete your data.
Twitter Now Lets You Add GIFs to Retweets
You can now add a GIF, a video, or photos to retweets. Because actually writing out a comment is too much like hard work.
CC Search Helps You Find Creative Commons Images
CC Search lets you search through 300 million images that are free to use under a Creative Commons license.
Netflix's High-Quality Audio Makes Streams Sound Better
Netflix's new "high-quality audio" means your Netflix streams should sound better from now on.
Facebook Dating Now Has a "Secret Crush" Feature
Thanks to a new Facebook Dating feature called Secret Crush, you can now see which Facebook friends fancy you.
Facebook Is Getting a New Redesign for 2019
Facebook has redesigned the Facebook website and app. It's now much whiter and cleaner, and built around Groups and Events.
Amazon Alexa Will Soon Be Able to Speak Spanish
Spanish speakers in the United States will soon be able to interact with Alexa in their native language. And it's about time too.
Spotify Now Has 100 Million Paid Subscribers
Spotify now boasts 100 million paid subscribers, making it the biggest streaming music service in the world. Sorry, Apple Music.
Google "Thanos" for an Avengers Endgame Easter Egg
Google has a new Easter egg for you to try out. And it involves Avengers Endgame, Thanos, and that pesky Infinity Gauntlet.
Tim Cook Reveals How to Beat iPhone Addiction
If you're constantly looking at your smartphone then Apple CEO Tim Cook has some advice to help you beat your iPhone addiction.
Mark Zuckerberg Launches His Own Podcast
In Tech and Society with Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook CEO explores the effects technology is having on society.
Reddit Launches New Events and Collections Tools
Reddit is making it easier to follow what's happening. This is thanks to two new tools called Events and Collections...
Microsoft Paint Remains Part of Windows 10
Microsoft appears to have backtracked on removing MS Paint from Windows. Because who needs Paint 3D anyway?!
Google Maps Now Shows Realtime EV Charging Data
Google Maps will now display the availability of EV charging ports, with realtime data helping you avoid unnecessary diversions.
SiriusXM Essential Means You No Longer Need a Car
SiriusXM has launched SiriusXM Essential. And as Essential is just for streaming, you no longer need to own a car to listen to SiriusXM.
Amazon Music Is Now Free for Amazon Echo Owners
If you own an Alexa-enabled device such as an Echo speaker you can now listen to Amazon Music for free (with a side of ads).
YouTube Music Is Now Free on Google Home Speakers
If you own a Google Home speaker (or another Google Assistant-powered speaker) you can now listen to YouTube Music for free.