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.
Facebook Plans to Merge Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram
Facebook is planning to merge Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram. This would allow the messaging apps to work seamlessly together.
Amazon Tests a Delivery Robot Called Scout
Amazon is testing a fleet of autonomous delivery robots. And Amazon appears to believe Scout is the future of home deliveries.
Hulu Is Getting Cheaper... for Some People
Hulu is getting cheaper for some, while getting more expensive for others. It all depends on what tier you're using...
Microsoft Edge Flags Fake News on Mobile
Microsoft Edge for Android and iOS now comes with NewsGuard built-in. NewsGuard ranks sites based on their journalistic integrity.
Twitter on the Web Is Getting a Makeover
While it isn't revolutionary, the new Twitter.com certainly looks pretty.
This Google Quiz Will Help You Spot Phishing Emails
How good are you at spotting phishing emails? To test your skills, Google has developed a Phishing Quiz using real-world examples.
WhatsApp Limits Forwarding to Fight Fake News
WhatsApp is limiting the number of times you can forward a message. This is an effort to fight the spread of misinformation.
Microsoft Ends Support for Windows 10 Mobile
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 Mobile. Which means Microsoft's foray into the mobile market is over.
YouTube Cracks Down on Dangerous Pranks
There are some dumb people making dumb videos. And YouTube is now cracking down on those doing dangerous challenges and pranks.
Monster Data Leak Exposes Millions of Passwords
Collection #1 contains hundreds of millions of email addresses and passwords. So it's time to check Have I Been Pwned again...
Windows 7 Support Ends in Less Than a Year
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, and at that point Windows 7 will become increasingly unsafe to use.
Netflix Hikes Subscription Prices... Again
Netflix is raising its prices again, and this time it's the biggest price hike in Netflix's history.
20 Bizarre New Year's Resolutions Made on Twitter
Everyone knows the standard resolutions, but some people think outside the box and make bizarre New Year's resolutions instead.
Chrome Will Block Bad Ads Worldwide From July
Google Chrome already protects users from the worst elements of the web. And now Chrome will filter out the worst online ads too.
The Instagram Egg Scores Most-Liked Instagram Post
A stock photo of an egg has become the most-liked Instagram post of all time. And it knocked Kylie Jenner off the top spot.
Google Makes It Easier to Resume Previous Searches
By using Google's new activity cards, you'll be able to build up a repository of research over time.
IMDb Launches Freedive, a Free Streaming Service
IMDb Freedive will offer a range of Hollywood movies and highly rated TV shows, all completely for free. With ads, of course.
Reserved Storage Will Make Windows 10 Updates Easier
Windows 10's Reserved Storage should ensure Windows Updates complete successfully without you having to delete programs and files.
DC Comics Joins ComiXology Unlimited
You'll now be able to read DC Comics titles using ComiXology Unlimited, Kindle Unlimited, and Prime Reading. Which is awesome.
Google Launches Doodle for Google 2019
Google has launched Doodle for Google 2019, with the theme of "When I grow up, I hope..." And there are some amazing prizes.