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.
Google Launches Android Go for Budget Smartphones
Android Oreo (Go Edition) is a pared-down version of Android Oreo designed for budget smartphones, and it comes with lightweight versions of Google's core apps preinstalled.
Vidme Shuts Down Because Google and Facebook
Vidme is shutting down, and it's all the fault of Google and Facebook. At least according to the co-founder of the site.
Facebook Launches Messenger Kids for Children
Facebook has launched a new standalone version of Messenger aimed at kids. And it is, rather inevitably, called Messenger Kids.
Apple Support Now Offers Tutorials on YouTube
Apple Support now has its own YouTube channel, and while pickings are slim at the moment, it looks like it will soon be filled with tutorials.
Waze Now Offers Hands-Free Navigation for Drivers
Waze has added three oft-requested features to its Android and iOS apps. This is reason enough to give Waze another try.
Google's Datally Helps You Save Mobile Data
Google has released a new app designed to keep your other apps in check. It's for Android, naturally, is called Datally, and is all about helping you save your mobile data.
You Can Now Remix Your Friends' Instagram Photos
Instagram has added a fun new feature which lets you "remix" photos your friends have sent to you. In other words you can now graffiti all over your friends' selfies.
Plex DVR Can Now Remove Ads From Your Recordings
Plex DVR has a new trick up its sleeve, and this one means you may never have to sit through another television commercial.
You Can Now Try Destiny 2 for Free
Earlier this year Destiny 2 arrived on the scene, and was immediately hailed an improvement over its predecessor. And now you can play (some of) Destiny 2 completely for free.
Google Finance Gets a Flash-Free Makeover
Alphabet (yes, we know it's confusing) is giving Google Finance a makeover. And it's about time too.
Facebook Is Now Using AI to Help Prevent Suicides
Facebook is ramping up its efforts to help people having suicidal thoughts. And the social network is using artificial intelligence to identify people at risk.
You Can Now Use Microsoft Office on a Chromebook
It looks as though Microsoft Office is finally available on Chrome OS. Thus, bringing to an end one of the major reasons people reject Chromebooks.
Celebrate Cyber Monday With a Firefox Download-A-Thon
Today is Cyber Monday. You could spend the day shopping online, but Mozilla is offering a tempting alternative in the form of The Firefox Download-A-Thon!
Twitter Bookmarks Let You Save Tweets for Later
Twitter is actively testing a new feature that will let you save tweets for later. It may have the unoriginal name of Bookmarks, but it could be almost as useful as the Mute button.
Amazon Echo Buttons Let You Host Quiz Nights
You can now buy a new accessory for your Amazon Echo, and the Amazon Echo Buttons are destined to add an element of fun to any family get-together.
YouTube Targets Inappropriate Videos for Kids
YouTube is taking steps to tackle the problem of inappropriate or exploitative videos aimed at children. But it's a huge issue that won't be resolved overnight.
Apple's First Holiday Ad Gives Thanks for AirPods
It's Thanksgiving. Which means Apple has released its first TV commercial of the holiday season. The first of many, it has to be said.
Valve Is Fixing Those Terrible Steam User Reviews
Valve is once again making changes aimed at making Steam user reviews more helpful. And this time it's employing cold, hard math mixed with a dose of logic.
ProtonMail Launches an Encrypted Contacts Manager
ProtonMail has launched a new contacts manager for its encrypted email service. And just like its email service, ProtonMail Contacts offers enviable levels of encryption.
You Can Now Send 4K Photos Using Facebook Messenger
Facebook is upping the maximum resolution Messenger supports, from 2K to 4K, meaning you can now send and receive photos at full resolution without Messenger compressing them.