Avast! Introduces Free Mobile Security App For Android 2.1+ [News]
There are plenty of free mobile security apps available for Android. The market seems to be filled to the brim with them. Yet it’s hard to say if they’re trustworthy because often they’re developed by companies that don’t have a reputation. Fortunately, there’s now one more trustworthy free mobile security app on the market. It comes from Avast!
Quickly Create a Personal Cloud on Your Devices & Stream Media With Bdrive
You can’t walk five feet these days without bumping into a cloud storage service. Dropbox, Sugarsync, Box.net, Syncplicity…the list goes on and on. All of these services are easy to use, but they are true clouds. All of your data is kept in a remote location, which leaves you with limited control over its security and limited storage space.
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy A Cheap IPS Monitor
Computer monitor technology has long had a champion, and it’s called In-Plane Switching, or IPS. This display panel technology has often been praised because it is capable of fixing many issues found in cheaper TN panel monitors. Yet IPS also comes at a price, and as the technology has filtered down to less expensive monitors, some disadvantages have been exaggerated.
Rift Hacked, Accounts Compromised But Credit Cards (Mostly) Safe [News]
Hacking the servers of a major online video game seems to have become a popular pastime for online scoundrels, perhaps because they’re guaranteed to find a great deal of information about users on file. Trion, developer of the popular MMO Rift, has now joined the ranks of companies forced to send an apologetic email out to subscribers.
Google+ Receives Stream Control, Improved Notifications & More [News]
The holidays are here, and that means a lot of people are spending time on social networking sites spreading holiday cheer - and desperately trying to avoid relatives. If Google+ is your network of choice, you’ll likely notice that they’ve added a couple new features. Perhaps the most important is the new “volume control” added to your streams.
GameFly Opens Digital Download Service For Subscribers [News]
GameFly is essentially the Netflix of gaming (though the two have no official ties), and the company’s maneuverings have closely resembled that of its movie-oriented cousin. Offering some sort of online service similar to Netflix’s streaming is an obvious next move. Now, it’s finally happening. The new service is called Unlimited PC Play, and it does what it says.
How To Manage & Secure Your Internet with Windows' Internet Options
Many computers are owned by a single person, but many others are public or used by a family. It’d be nice to think everyone with access to a computer would follow the rules set up by the organization or family that owns it, but often, someone tries to tread where they shouldn’t. I mean, come on – It’s the Internet!
PopCap Brings Both Peggle & Plants vs. Zombies To The Android Market [News]
It seems that no matter where you shop for apps, PopCap is there. Steam, the iTunes Store, and even Amazon’s Android App Store have all featured the company’s games. Only the official Android Market has been left behind, leaving fans to make due with just Bejeweled 2. Now that has changed, as PopCap has introduced two of its greatest hits.
Android Users Lose 1 Million To Malware In 2011 [News]
Have you ever wondered how severely malware impacts Android users? Lookout Mobile Security has an answer - one million dollars. According to Lookout, these ill-gotten gains generally come from malicious websites and apps that contain Trojans. Once installed, the software sends messages to premium-rate numbers and services.
Skype 2.6 Comes To Android, Adds File Sharing [News]
Are you worried that the 26 different apps that show up when you want to “share” something with your Android device weren’t quite enough? Skype has you covered. They have just released Skype 2.6 for Android, and one of its major features is the ability to send documents, photos and video.
Computing Harmony: Seamlessly Blend Windows and OS X
If you know the right tricks – most of which are simple and free – you can easily manage both the Windows and Mac OS X under the same roof.
5 PC Games To Gift This Holiday Season [Gaming]
Games are an excellent gift to buy the geek in your life. They’re relatively affordable, and they provide a lot of enjoyment – far more than your average sweater, to be sure. And best of all, with digital distribution now common, you don’t have to suffer holiday crowds. But perhaps you’re not sure what is hot in gaming this holiday season (or ever). Never fear. I have a few ideas.
The 5 Best Strategy Games For Android [Gaming]
Of all the genres that can be played on a mobile device, strategy is my favorite. Touchscreens often aren’t the best choice for titles that rely on quick reflexes, but in strategy titles where planning is more important than reacting, that’s not a problem. It’s also a bit hard to look mature while tapping away in a game like N.O.V.A. 2.
Microsoft Flight Needs Pilots For Beta Testing [News]
Microsoft’s Flight Simulator was, up until its discontinuation in 2009, the longest running game franchise in history. The decision to stop production left many fans unhappy. Surprisingly, Redmond actually listened and began development of new flight simulator known as Microsoft Flight.
8 Geeky Ornaments For Your Christmas Tree
Christmas trees may all start out looking roughly the same (fake fiber-optic enhanced options aside), but once decorated, they show the personality of their owner. There are some excellent ornaments that will allow you to show your geek pride this holiday season. You just have to search for them.
The Best Printers & Scanners For Your Scanning & Printing Needs [Gadget Corner]
Okay, I know what you’re thinking. Printers & scanners? Yawn. Who cares about those? They’re not thin, they don’t run apps (usually), and they’re made by companies like HP, which as a brand, is every bit as interesting as Tupperware. Yet most people with a computer need to at least have a printer, and there have been advancements in printer technology over the past few years.
5 Reasons Why AMD Processors Are Doomed [Opinion]
Back in late 1999, I built my first computer. It used an AMD Athlon processor clocked at 500 MHz which was quick enough to play most games at the time, and also a better value than what Intel offered. I also liked supporting the underdog. During the early years of Athlon, it seemed as if AMD has a legitimate chance against Intel. Yet, as the years moved forward, the momentum disappeared.
LG Offers 50GB Of Free Storage For Android Owners [News]
LG has announced one heck of a deal for its Android phone owners. The offer provides 50GB (yes, that’s 5-0) of cloud storage through a service called Box. Dropbox would normally charge you $9.99 per month for the same amount of storage.
Researchers Discover Leaks In Pre-Installed Android Apps [News]
You may have heard about a recent surge in Android malware. Still, that malware comes in the form of apps. So long as you watch your permissions, you’re fine. Right? Wrong. Every Android phone comes with some pre-installed apps, and some more than others. A group of researchers at North Carolina State University were interested to know if these apps, which often can’t be uninstalled by the user, contain security flaws.
What You Need To Know Before Buying A Mouse [MakeUseOf Explains]
In its most basic form, the mouse is a rather simple piece of equipment. It has a sensor for determining position, and two or three buttons. Your typical Windows desktop PC doesn’t ship with a mouse more complex than this. Is all of this stuff useful, or just a way to charge you more? Let’s find out.