About Dave Parrack
Dave Parrack is a staff writer at MUO. He has previously been the news editor, a section editor, and a deputy editor.
He has been writing about technology since 2007, and has been with MakeUseOf since 2011.
He has bylines at various sites, including SlashGear, New Atlas, and WebTVWire.
Dave uses ChromeOS and Android, but isn't a Google fanboy. He has a particular interest in new and emerging technology, and thinks AI may well change the world. He is also addicted to the NYT's daily games such as Wordle, Connections, and Strands.
Latest Articles
You Can Now Watch IMDb TV on Android or iOS
IMDb TV is now available on the IMDb mobile app for Android and iOS. Allowing you to stream movies and TV shows for free.
You Can Now Pre-Order Mario Kart Tour on Mobile
After an extended delay, Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will be available on Android and iOS on September 25, 2019.
Google Celebrates The Wizard of Oz With an Easter Egg
Google has hidden a tribute to The Wizard of Oz in its search results. In this article we explain how to trigger the Easter egg.
Google Ditches Desserts: Android Q Is Android 10
Google is changing the way it names new versions of Android. So Android Q is going to be known simply as Android 10.
You Can Now Get Spotify Premium Free for 3 Months
Spotify is extending its free trial for Spotify Premium from one month to three months. Putting Spotify on a par with Apple Music.
YouTube Kills Its Direct Messaging Feature
YouTube is killing its native messaging feature, which means you'll no longer be able to send direct messages on YouTube.
For Honor Is Free on PC for a Limited Time
Ubisoft is giving For Honor away for free on PC. But only until August 27, 2019. So be sure to grab it while you can.
Google Go Is Now Available Worldwide
Google Go, a lightweight alternative to the standard Google app, is now available to download around the world.
Spotify's Family Plan Gets New Parental Controls
Spotify is upgrading its Premium Family Plan. And the headline is a new Explicit Content Filter within the parental controls.
You Can Now Assign Google Assistant Reminders to People
Google Assistant's Assignable Reminders let you remind friends and family to perform certain tasks at certain times or locations.
Amazon Will Now Donate Unwanted Items to Charity
Amazon is launching an initiative called Fulfillment by Amazon Donations, which will donate unwanted items to charity.
You Can Now Make Your Own Instagram AR Effects
You can now create your own augmented reality effects for Instagram using Studio AR. With Facebook releasing Studio AR in beta.
Roku Adds 5 Free Channels for Cord-Cutters
Roku has added five new channels to The Roku Channel. All of which offer free content to Roku owners.
Spotify Wants to Help Podcasters Get More Listeners
Spotify has launched Spotify for Podcasters, a dedicated platform just for podcasters and the podcasts they record.
Telegram Adds a Slow Mode to Combat Spam
Telegram has added new features, including a Slow Mode to combat spam and silent messages to help you avoid disturbing people.
Google Maps Now Offers Augmented Reality Directions
Google Maps' Live View uses augmented reality (AR) directions to make it easier for you to get from A to B without getting lost.
Google Makes It Easier to Find New Podcasts
Google is making it easier to find the best podcasts covering a particular topic. With playable episodes within Search results.
You Can Now Ask Alexa to Speak Faster or Slower
Amazon has introduced different speed settings for Alexa. Which means you can now ask Alexa to speak more quickly or more slowly.
You Can Now Play Journey on Your iPhone
Journey is now available to play on iOS, with the PlayStation classic getting a surprise release on Apple's mobile platform.
HBO Offers Free Episodes of Shows Recommended by Humans
Recommended by Humans features video testimonials for HBO shows, movies, and documentaries. Some of which you can watch for free.