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.
Your Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Is Now Banned From Flying
US authorities have banned the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from all flights "to, from, or within the United States". What's more, the Galaxy Note 7 is now considered a "forbidden hazardous material".
The Xbox One Is Slowly Catching Up With the PS4
The Xbox One has outsold the PlayStation 4 in the US for three months in a row. Is this the first sign of the Microsoft console staging a comeback?
Google Now Tells You When Politicians Are Lying
Google News has launched a Fact Check feature designed to separate fact from fiction. The question is, does anyone actually care about the truth any more?
Get More Right Swipes on Tinder With Smart Photos
Tinder is all about first impressions. So Tinder is employing Smart Photos to help you get more right swipes.
Galaxy Note 7 Owners Can Get $100 to Stick With Samsung
If you're a Galaxy Note 7 owner looking to ditch your phone before it sets fire to your hair, the company is willing to pay you cold, hard cash to stick with Samsung.
Netflix Now Offers Just 31 of the 250 Best Movies Ever Made
In terms of the best movies of all time, Netflix has fewer available to stream now than it did two years ago. Which is annoying.
Some Idiots Are Keeping Their Exploding Samsung Phones
In case you missed the news, the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is dead. And yet some Galaxy Note 7 owners are refusing to give up on their favorite smartphone. Idiots.
Amazon Launches Music Unlimited as a Spotify Killer
After months of speculation, Amazon has launched its own ad-free, on-demand music streaming service. So, what's the deal with Amazon Music Unlimited?
Playing Pokemon GO Could Help You Live Longer
It turns out Pokemon GO isn't just a fun game. It can also motivate you to move more, which could in turn help you live longer. Pika pika!
Yahoo Mail Stops You Forwarding Your Emails
Yahoo Mail has "temporarily disabled" the ability for users to forward their emails onto a different address. Which is suspicious, given everything that's happened of late.
Samsung: Power Down Your Galaxy Note 7 Immediately
The Galaxy Note 7 is done. Game Over. Samsung has admitted as much, telling owners to power down and stop using their devices. Please heed this advice. Please.
The New Microsoft Paint App Has Leaked Online
Microsoft Paint is being overhauled in a big, bold way. And the new Microsoft Paint for Windows 10 has now leaked online. Drum roll, please...
Samsung Kills the Galaxy Note 7, Because Boom!
If you're currently in possession of a Galaxy Note 7, then you may soon be holding a very rare item in your hands. This is because Samsung could be planning to kill it off entirely.
Dump Your Samsung Galaxy Note 7 for Something Less Dangerous
All four major US carriers are now letting their customers dump the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Customers can exchange their device for a less dangerous alternative.
Duolingo Chatbots Help You Learn a New Language
Duolingo already offers a fantastic way of learning a new language, but its new chatbots now add a friendly face to proceedings.
You Can Now Buy an Oculus Ready PC for $499
Cheaper computers capable of powering the Oculus Rift are now on their way. So much so you'll be able to pick up an Oculus Ready PC for just $499!
Use Spotify? You May Have Been Infected With Malware
Spotify is one of the best streaming music services available right now. Unfortunately, it's also been serving up malware to some of its users.
Apple Is the World's Best Brand... Again
Apple has been named the best brand in the world again in 2016. Apple is therefore considered more valuable than Google, Microsoft, Samsung, and Amazon, amongst many others.
Amazon Adds 1,000 Free eBooks to Prime
Prime Reading offers Amazon Prime subscribers unlimited access to more than 1,000 eBooks, magazines, short stories, comic books, and more. All for free.
You Can Now Enjoy Secret Facebook Messenger Conversations
Facebook now lets you encrypt all of your Facebook Messenger conversations. Once enabled, you can enjoy Secret Conversations safe in the knowledge nobody else is listening in.