About Ben Stegner
After joining MUO in 2014 and earning a degree in Computer Information Systems, Ben left his IT job to go full-time with the site in 2016.
As a writer, his specialties include Windows, Android, Gaming, and iPhone explainers and how-tos. He's been mastering Windows since 2009, got his first Android phone in 2011, and has used an iPhone daily since 2020. His work has been viewed over 100 million times.
Now, as the Editor in Chief of MUO, Ben leads the overall strategy for the site and guides the team of writers and editors to new successes. When he's not working, Ben is exploring a new indie game or explaining a technical concept to friends.
Latest Articles
Avoid a Gruesome Fate: The Evil Within Review
The Evil Within is a game that claims to bring survival horror back to its roots. Does it succeed?
How To Best Use Your 15GB Of Free OneDrive Storage
OneDrive gives you a healthy dose of cloud storage for free. Let's take a look at what you can do with that.
Almost WarioWare: 4 Mini Game Collections For Android And iOS
Mobile platforms are perfect for mini game collections like WarioWare, but there haven't been any nearly as good as the original. Let's take at what's available on mobile for WarioWare fans!
4 Annoying Browser Toolbars and How to Get Rid of Them
Browser toolbars just don't seem to go away. Let's look at some common nuisances and detail how to remove them.
Scam Apps in the Play Store You Need to Avoid
For every amazing app you can find on Android, there's a cheap knockoff waiting to waste your time and steal your money.
MakeUseOf Says Goodbye To Windows Phone
This is going to be a tearful goodbye, buddy, but it has to happen. MakeUseOf will soon be parting ways with Windows Phone.
Pushbullet Puts Your Android And PC On The Same Wavelength
Find out how you can keep your Android perfectly synced with your PC -- push your phone's notifications to your desktop, share files, and much more!
Interview With James. C. Burns Of Call Of Duty: Black Ops
MakeUseOf interviews James C. Burns, the man behind Call of Duty: Black Ops' Frank Woods. Learn about his acting and future plans!
Let's Put A Stop To Pop-Up Browser Ads Once And For All!
Pop-ups can catch you off guard, and if you're not careful they can create problems. Learn how to avoid them and how to handle them if they do come up.
How Bad Are Those Facebook Messenger Permissions Anyway?
You've probably been hearing a lot about Facebook's Messenger app. Let's quell the rumors and find out if the permissions are as bad as they claim.
Less Is More: 5 Small Games That Are Big On Fun
Hundred-hour games with loads of content are awesome, but sometimes you just want a focused, fun-filled experience. These 5 titles deliver just that.
Are The Super Mario Bros. Copycat Games On Android Any Good?
There are plenty of Mario copycat games on Android for platformer fans, but are they any good? Let's find out.
5 Ways To Spot Social Media Scams & Rogue Apps
Facebook is a huge platform for all sorts of scams. Cleaning up after falling for one is a pain; let's take a look at some ways to identify and avoid them.
New To Android? Part Two: Master Using Your Phone
Part two of the Android guide for absolute beginners. Get a grip on the basics of using your smartphone!
4 Nintendo Products That Were Way Ahead Of Their Time
Nintendo has always been an innovative company, but even their lesser-known products were ahead of their time.
New To Android? Make Your Smartphone Work For You, Not Against
Do you have a smartphone that you just can't seem to figure out? Learn the basics and start conquering your Android phone now!
4 Failed Video Game Mascots You've Probably Never Heard Of
Everyone knows about Mario and Sonic, but there have been plenty of weird mascots that didn't catch on. Let's talk about a few and see why they failed.
Addiction, Quantified: How I Measured My Smartphone Usage For A Week
For one week, I installed apps and set up counters to measure my smartphone usage. What did I find out about my own smartphone addiction?
Why RAM Boosters and Task Killers Are Bad for Android
Do Android RAM boosters really work? Here's what task killers and RAM boosters actually do to your Android device!
5 Best Retro Games That You Can Emulate On Android
Emulation allows you to play retro games on your PC, but have you tried it on your phone? Here are five fantastic titles to try on your Android device.