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Dave Parrack

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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.

Dave has always been fascinated with tech, and has enjoyed charting the changes in this world for decades.

Latest Articles

Google Maps Now Warns You About Speed Traps

Google Maps can now display speed limits and the location of speed traps. Helping drivers to avoid breaking the law.

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You Can Now Tell Alexa to Delete Your Voice Recordings

If you own an Amazon Echo or another Alexa-enabled device, you can now tell Alexa to delete your voice recordings.

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It's Official: Video Game Addiction Is Real

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared video game addiction as a disease.

Google Makes Mobile-First Indexing the New Default

Google is making mobile-first search indexing the default for new domains. So you need to ensure your website is up to par.

Google Kills the YouTube Gaming App

The YouTube Gaming app is no more. Instead, YouTube Gaming is being incorporated into YouTube itself.

GitHub Sponsors Lets You Fund Open Source Software

GitHub has launched GitHub Sponsors, which lets you fund the development of open source software.

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Rotten Tomatoes Introduces Verified Ratings

Rotten Tomatoes has introduced Verified Ratings and Verified Reviews. The feature is designed to stop people review bombing films.

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Instagram's IGTV Now Supports Landscape Videos

Instagram has added support for landscape videos on IGTV. And it's about time too.

Valve Launches a Steam Chat App for Mobile

Available on Android and iOS, the new Steam Chat app brings most of the features from the desktop client to your smartphone.

You Can Now Use the Tor Browser on Android

You can now download the Tor Browser for Android from Google Play and start browsing the internet anonymously on your smartphone.

The Sims 4 Is Free on PC (If You're Quick)

EA is giving The Sims 4 away for free on PC for a limited time. You have until May 28, 2019 to claim your free copy of The Sims 4.

Pandora Launches a Native Desktop App

Pandora has finally released a native desktop app. Pandora for Mac is available right now, with Pandora for Windows coming soon.

This New Google App Helps Kids Learn How to Read

Google has launched Rivet, a free reading app designed to help kids learn how to read (and take the pressure off of parents).

You Can Now Sign Up to Try Minecraft Earth

Minecraft Earth is a new free-to-play augmented reality mobile game. You can sign up now for a chance to participate in the beta.

You Can Now Ask Your Uber Driver to Stay Quiet

Uber is rolling out a new set of features for Uber Black and Uber Black SUV riders. One of which is a Quiet Mode for drivers.

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Adobe Now Offers In-App Lightroom Tutorials

Adobe has added interactive tutorials to Lightroom. Which should be a boon to anyone who wants to learn how to edit photos using Adobe Lightroom.

Alexa Guard Turns Your Echo Into a Home Security System

While not intended as a replacement for a dedicated security system, Alexa Guard offers some safeguards to give you peace of mind.

Square Enix Reveals Final Fantasy VII Remake Trailer

Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy VII Remake. And while it's only a short teaser, it's enough to get us excited about the game.

Facebook Launches a New Way to Say Happy Birthday

Facebook is offering a new way for you to say Happy Birthday. And all you need to do is know how to use Facebook Stories.

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You Can Now Use Alexa Hands-Free on Windows 10

Until now, using Alexa on Windows 10 meant having to "push-to-talk". However, Alexa for Windows 10 now supports wake words.

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