About James Frew
James is an experienced technology journalist and was formerly MakeUseOf's Buyer's Guide Editor. His goal is to make tech accessible and safe for everyone. While graduated with a BEng in Mechanical Engineering, he's also passionate about mental health, sustainability, and music.
Why Wi-Fi Direct Isn't as Secure as You Think
Wi-Fi Direct is great for easily transferring data between devices, but it's vulnerable and insecure.
4 Best Free and Open Source Android Keyboards
Looking for an open source keyboard for your Android device? These are the best options available.
How Websites Secretly Record Your Activity With Session Replay Scripts
The internet is the world's greatest surveillance tool, and now Session Replay Scripts have been discovered. Enabling websites to track your every action, and record what you type, they're a massive security issue.
Ticwatch S Review: An Affordable Smartwatch For Everyone?
The Ticwatch S is a functional, reasonably priced smartwatch. If you aren't a Android Wear fan, then this is unlikely to convert you. However, the Ticwatch S is a respectable entry to the market, even if the lack of NFC and cellular support disappoint.
Meltdown and Spectre Leave Every CPU Vulnerable to Attack
A huge security flaw with Intel CPUs has been uncovered. Meltdown and Spectre are two new vulnerabilities that affect the CPU. You ARE affected. What can you do about it?
The Magic of Disney: How Technology Makes It Happen
Just the word "Disney" conjures up images of fantastic cinema and innovative technology. But how do they use technology to create that classic Disney "magic"? Let's take a look.
How Bitcoin's Blockchain Technology Is Changing the Media
The blockchain is the technology behind Bitcoin. But it can do more than power cryptocurrencies. The media industry needs shaking up, but how can blockchain technology change our relationship with the news?
20 Essential Photography Accessories for Beginners and Newbies
Photography is all about talent and creativity. However, the best photography accessories for beginners can make things a lot easier.
The 10 Best Cybersecurity Books Everyone Should Read
Want to learn about online security, privacy, and surveillance, or give the gift of knowledge to someone else? You need these 10 cybersecurity books.
Get Geeky and Fix your PC with HijackThis
Browsing the internet means avoiding viruses and malware that lurk around every corner. Sometimes it's tricky to find these threats on your PC, which is where Hijack This comes in useful.
5 New Security Threats in 2017 You Should Watch Out For
Each passing year brings a new set of technologies, with new exploits in tow. We've collected together some of the most important security threats of 2017, and what you can do about them.
How Government Propaganda Is Undermining Your Online Security
Thanks to the internet, government propaganda comes from all directions, and the messages are mixed. In a world of cyber warfare and hacking, who can you trust? Even then, can you really rely on them?
How Your Job Hunt May Be Harming Your Privacy
These days, no one needs a job center -- the internet has changed everything. But is it better? Here's how the recruitment sector's lack of privacy and security could harm you and your prospects.
Fitbit Ionic Review: Great Fitness Tracker, Rubbish Smartwatch
Fitbit's third smartwatch struggles to find a reason to exist beyond fitness tracking and excellent battery life. It offers a tantalising glimpse into the future of Fitbit but, for now, the Ionic feels half baked.
Bose QuietComfort 35 II Review: Now Featuring More Google
Bose updates their almost flawless QC 35s to include seamless Google Assistant integration. At $350, they are relatively expensive, but all the original's best features sit neatly alongside the Assistant.
Equihax: One of the Most Calamitous Breaches of All Time
The Equifax breach is the most dangerous, and embarrassing, security breach of all time. But do you know all the facts? Have you been affected? What can you do about it? Find out here.
All the Ways You Can't Trust Facebook
As of June 2017, Facebook has over two billion active users. But despite superficial changes, Facebook also still has a problem respecting privacy and protecting your data.
A Short Guide to the Fantastic AMD Threadripper CPU
AMD was in the CPU wilderness for several years, but is back with a massive bang. The AMD Threadripper is one the most powerful consumer CPUs on the market, but is it right for you?
Can You Actually Speed Up Your Smartphone (Or Is It All Lies?)
A new smartphone usually means a faster or better experience. But what about your old device? Are there magical methods to squeeze performance from an aging handset?
VPN Unlimited: A Reasonably Priced, Solid, and Reliable VPN
KeepSolid makes a great case for its VPN Unlimited offering, which promises security and performance for a reasonable price. We put VPN Unlimited to the test to see if it makes a worthy choice.