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.
You Can Play Overwatch for Free Next Weekend
If you have been tempted to buy Overwatch, but haven't yet dipped your hand into your pocket, Blizzard is making the game free-to-play for one weekend only.
You Can Now Send GIFs on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has added support for GIFs. This means you can now send those annoying repeating images to friends and family, whether they'll appreciate them or not.
Apple Now Sells Refurbished iPhones, But They're Expensive
Potential iPhone owners who balk at the price of the new iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus can now buy a refurbished iPhone 6S or iPhone 6S Plus from Apple.com. Unfortunately, they're not cheap.
You Should Uninstall Web of Trust Right Now
You should consider uninstalling WOT right now. Why? Because Web of Trust has been caught collecting and selling user data. Even worse, this data hasn't always been successfully anonymized.
You Can Now Watch HDR Videos On YouTube
YouTube has added support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) videos. And if one thing's certain, it's that HDR videos haven't been filmed using a potato.
Google Kills Showtimes, Annoying Moviegoers Everywhere
Google has quietly killed Google Showtimes, a standalone website telling you where and when you could see a movie in your local area. Fans of Showtimes are revolting against the decision.
Google Really, Really, Really Wants You to Vote
America is finally set to choose the next President of the United States. Regardless of who you're voting for, it's important to just vote. At least according to Google.
Apple Is Forced to Make USB-C Dongles Cheaper
Apple has cut the price of its USB-C adapters. Because it turns out people still use USB-A and HDMI, and don't want to pay top dollar to use their own peripherals.
Samsung Recalls Millions of Exploding Washing Machines
Samsung is being forced to recall 2.8 million of its washing machines due to the possibility of them shaking themselves apart. Or, to put it another way, exploding. Sound familiar?
Windows Updates Are Set to Get Less Annoying
Under the new system, Windows 10 updates should be smaller in size, be downloaded more efficiently, and put less strain on your system resources. A change you probably won't even notice.
Android Now Powers 9 Out of 10 Smartphones
The mobile operating system war is now over. And Android won. Because while Apple still sells shedloads of iPhones, 9 of 10 smartphones sold around the world is now powered by Android.
Why the New MacBook Pro Has No SD Card Slot
Why has Apple dumped the SD card slot from the new MacBook Pro when most people still use one? Only Apple has the answer...
Instapaper Premium Is Now Free For Everyone
Instapaper is dumping its paywall and offering its premium features to anyone and everyone at no extra cost. Result!
Microsoft Stops Selling Windows 7 & Windows 8.1
Microsoft is no longer selling Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 licenses to OEMs. This effectively means that Windows 10 is the only version of Windows available to the companies building new PCs.
You Can Now Control Your Sonos With Spotify
If you own a Sonos speaker, today is your lucky day. You will no longer have to make do with the underperforming Sonos app. Instead, you can now control your Sonos with Spotify!
Google Just Outed an Unpatched Windows Vulnerability
Google has disclosed a 0-day vulnerability in Windows which is currently unpatched and being actively exploited in the wild. Microsoft is, unsurprisingly, none too happy with this situation.
How Netflix Decides How to Spend Your Money
Why does Netflix make the original shows it makes? And buy the classic movies it buys? It's all about the joy. Your joy. Apparently.
Imzy Plots to Kill Internet Trolls With Kindness
A new social network has just become available to everyone. Its name is Imzy, and it bills itself as a "friendlier" alternative to Reddit. Which is nice.
Apple Unveils New Touchy-Feely MacBook Pro
Apple has taken the wraps off of its brand new MacBook Pro. It's a beautifully designed piece of hardware, with several innovative touches and some annoying caveats potential buyers will have to beware.
Twitter Is Killing Vine, Letting Instagram Win
Twitter is killing Vine, with the social media company shuttering the short-form video-sharing service for unknown reasons. Rest in Peace.