MakeUseOf

Dave Parrack-Deputy Editor for Creative, Entertainment, Gaming, and Social | Oversees Coverage of News and Current Events

Dave Parrack

Deputy Editor for Creative, Entertainment, Gaming, and Social | Oversees Coverage of News and Current Events

Page 62

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.

Readers like you help support MUO. When you make a purchase using links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Read More.
 1
Google Duo Now Lets You Make Voice Calls Worldwide

Google has added the ability to make voice calls to Google Duo. So what started out as an app purely for making video calls now does voice calls too. Which is... odd.

 1
It's Now Harder to Make Money Making YouTube Videos

Aspiring YouTubers now need to reach 10,000 views before they can even think about making money from advertising. Which sucks for smaller YouTubers, but is a win for everybody else.

 1
You Can Now Download Showtime Shows to Your Phone

Showtime is following in the footsteps of Amazon and Netflix by offering downloads for offline viewing. Which is making commuters' journeys to work more entertaining by the day.

 1
Facebook Offers Tips to Help You Spot Fake News

While Facebook doesn't produce fake news, it's at least partly responsible for its dissemination. Which is why it's now offering tips to help you spot fake news before it spreads.

 1
Twitter Launches Twitter Lite to Help You Save Data

Twitter has launched a new app aimed at persuading more people to use Twitter. The app, called Twitter Lite, loads faster, takes up less space on your smartphone, and uses less data.

 1
Facebook Wants You to Stop Sharing Revenge Porn

Revenge porn, which is when people share intimate photos of a former partner, is a growing problem. So the more that can be done to eradicate it, the better. Cue Facebook...

 1
Spotify Stops Freeloaders Listening to New Albums

A new deal forged between Spotify and Universal Music Group will see paying customers prioritized over users who listen to ads instead. Turning freeloaders into second-class citizens.

 1
Microsoft Launches a Camera App Called Sprinkles

Microsoft has launched a new iOS camera app called Sprinkles. Because the one thing iOS users need above all else is yet another camera app. Especially one called Sprinkles.

 1
You Can Now Shop on Amazon Using Cash

Some people get paid in cash, and pay bills and buy groceries using that same cash. Which is bad for Amazon. And the reason the online retailer has now launched Amazon Cash.

 1
You Can Now Download Netflix Content on Windows 10

Netflix subscribers can now download content to watch offline on Windows 10. This means there's finally a reason to install the Windows 10 Netflix app instead of visiting the website.

 1
Android Is Now More Popular Than Windows

There are some caveats to consider here, but Android is on the way up, passing Windows on the way down. And that has to be a cause for concern for Microsoft.

 1
Make Your Garden Smarter With Google Gnome

This is a smart product for smart people, with Google announcing that the arrival of Google Gnome means that, "The smart yard is finally here".

 1
Netflix Wants You... to Translate Its Content

As Netflix expands into new territories, it needs to translate content into languages other than English. So if you're bilingual there may be a job at Netflix waiting for you.

 1
You Can Now Make Encrypted Voice Calls Using Telegram

Telegram may be a little late to the voice-calling party. However, Telegram's focus on offering end-to-end encryption means it's bringing security to said party.

 1
Club Penguin Is Dead, Long Live Club Penguin Island

Club Penguin, Disney's social network/virtual world/MMO, is no more. However, Disney has already launched Club Penguin Island, its mobile-only replacement for the much-loved original.

 1
Samsung Launches the New Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus

Samsung has taken the wraps off of its next flagship smartphone. Or, more accurately, its two new flagship smartphones. And, on paper at least, these things look spectacularly good.

 1
You Should Probably Stop Using LastPass Temporarily

After having survived one security scare a couple of weeks ago, LastPass is now in the middle of another one. And this one looks a whole lot trickier to fix.

 1
You Can Now Play Final Fantasy XIV's Free Trial Indefinitely

In an effort to reinvigorate interest in its MMORPG, Square Enix has extended the trial period for Final Fantasy XIV to let you play for free "indefinitely". With some caveats, of course.

 1
Tinder Online Lets You Swipe Right on Your Laptop

Tinder now has a home on the web as well as on your phone. This is thanks to Tinder launching Tinder Online, a browser-based version of its infamous online dating app.

 1
Facebook Adds Live Location Tracking to Messenger

You have been able to share your location on a one-off basis for some time, but Facebook has now added real-time location sharing to the mix. What could possibly go wrong?!

60 61 62 63 64
Page 62 / 130