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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 Is Launching a New Version of Gmail

Gmail for the web hasn't had an update in quite a while. However, it turns out Google has been working hard behind the scenes, and a new version is on the way...

HBO Rickrolls Reddit Over Westworld Spoilers

Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, the showrunners for Westworld, have pulled off a publicity stunt by Rickrolling the whole of Reddit. Which may be the final nail in the Rickrolling coffin.

How to Check If Your Facebook Data Was Sold Off

You can now check to see if your data was accessed during the Cambridge Analytica scandal without having to wait for Facebook to post the information on your news feed...

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You Can Now Use Your Amazon Echo As a PA System

Thanks to a new feature called Alexa Announcements, you can now broadcast messages to everyone within earshot of the Echo devices in your home. Which should cajole the kids into action.

Facebook Is Spying on Your Messenger Chats

While Facebook maintains Messenger conversations are private, automated tools scan the contents, and if someone reports a message for violating community standards, human employees may review them.

The New Reddit Redesign Is Rolling Out Now

Reddit has started rolling out its redesign, the first the site has undertaken in years. Which should be good for attracting newcomers, but may upset longtime users.

Google Bans Cryptocurrency Mining Chrome Extensions

Google will no longer accept extensions that mine cryptocurrency, and any existing Chrome extensions that mine crypto will be removed from the Chrome Web Store in June.

Snapchat Adds Group Video Chats and Voice Calls

Snapchat is rolling out group video chats and group voice calls. This allows you to video chat with up to 16 people, or voice chat with up to 32 people.

You Can Now Play Fortnite on iOS Without an Invite

You can now play Fortnite Battle Royale on iOS without needing to bag an invite to do so. All you need is an iPhone or iPad running iOS 11, and you're good to go!

It's Now Easier to Manage Your Facebook Privacy Settings

Facebook is making it easier to manage your privacy settings. You might still want to delete Facebook, but the social network clearly hopes you won't.

Apple Unveils a New iPad Aimed at Students

Apple has updated its entry-level iPad, adding some improved specs and support for the Apple Pencil. But this isn't the budget iPad for students some were expecting.

This Firefox Extension Stops Facebook Tracking You

In light of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, people have been deleting Facebook. However, Mozilla's new Facebook Container extension for Firefox offers an alternative.

The Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Is a Chrome OS Tablet

This 10-inch tablet is designed to beat Apple and the iPad into submission, and cement Chrome OS as the number one operating system in the education market.

Over Half of Americans Don't Trust Facebook

In light of the Cambridge Analytica scandal people have lost trust in Facebook. So much so that less than half of the Americans polled think Facebook would obey privacy laws.

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Netflix Launches a Bug Bounty Program

Netflix has launched a bug bounty program. This means that anyone who uses the streaming service can report any vulnerabilities and receive a cash payout for their trouble.

Facebook Addresses the Cambridge Analytica Scandal

Facebook has been embroiled in what has come to be known as the Cambridge Analytica scandal. After staying silent for a few days, Mark Zuckerberg has now addressed the issues raised.

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Amazon Echo Owners Can Now Get a Free Audible Book

If you own an an Amazon Echo device, you can now listen to one audiobook for free. Because Amazon is giving away one free audiobook to Audible newbies who own an Echo.

Google Play Instant Lets You Try Games With No Installs

With so many great mobile games to choose from, Google Play Instant, which lets you try games on Android without installing them, could be a Godsend.

PUBG Goes Mobile on Android and iOS

You can now play PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) on your smartphone, with a version of the popular battle royale game now available on Android and iOS.

NASA Needs You... to Take Photos of Clouds

Your hopes of becoming an astronaut may be slim to none, but that doesn't mean you can't work for NASA in some capacity. By taking photos of clouds. Seriously.

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