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
Steam Tries to Stop Haters Review-Bombing Games
Valve is attempting to make Steam's user reviews of games more useful by trying to lessen the effect review-bombing has on certain titles. And it's all PewDiePie's fault.
What the Early iPhone 8 Reviews Are Saying...
The iPhone X isn't yet ready for its moment in the spotlight, with tech reviewers focusing on the iPhone 8. So we thought we'd digest the juiciest details from the early iPhone 8 reviews...
You Can Now Download iOS 11 on Your iPhone or iPad
Apple is finally releasing iOS 11 to the general public. And all you need to download iOS 11 is a compatible Apple device.
Microsoft Adds Fake News Fact-Checking to Bing
Microsoft is jumping on the fake news bandwagon, adding a "Fact Check" label to Bing. And you'll soon see the fruits of these labors in Bing search results.
CCleaner Was Distributing Malware for a Month
CCleaner, a popular piece of security software with a squeaky clean reputation, was distributing malware for the best part of a month. Which means you need to update ASAP.
Google Maps Now Helps You Find a Parking Space
Google Maps is introducing new tools to help you park your car. And in one fell swoop, Google Maps has eased the worried minds of drivers everywhere.
You Can Now Pay Tinder to See Who Swiped Right
Tinder has launched its new paid subscription tier around the world. And Tinder Gold offers a new Likes You feature that reveals everyone who has swiped right on you.
Uber Stops Tracking You After Your Ride Ends
Uber is set to stop tracking riders after they have reached their destinations. This is the latest in a long line of changes Uber is making in order to improve its terrible reputation.
Amazon Echo Now Supports Multi-Room Music Streaming
Amazon is introducing multi-room music streaming. This is great news for those who host raucous house parties, but bad news for your neighbors.
Google Wants You to Buy Certified Android Devices
Recognizing certified Android devices is about to get easier. This is thanks to Google launching a new program which adds Google Play Protect branding into the mix.
Giphy Reveals How Popular Your Favorite GIF Is
Giphy is adding view counts to its GIFs. These will allow us all to see which GIFs become part of the zeitgeist, and which just fall to the wayside.
KFC Is Training Staff Using Virtual Reality
KFC is developing a virtual training escape room designed to teach its employees how to prepare that greasy but oh-so-good chicken. Probably.
Facebook Adds More Memories to On This Day
Facebook is making its Timehop-style feature, On This Day, bigger and better than ever before. Which is perfect for those who love a daily reminder of the past.
More Viewers Are Choosing Netflix Over Live TV
There's currently a huge revolution happening in the world of television. And Netflix is spearheading this revolution. So much so that viewers are increasingly choosing Netflix over live TV.
Google Now Helps You Diagnose Your Depression
Google is hoping to help people suffering from clinical depression. To accomplish this noble goal the search giant is adding a questionnaire to specific search results.
CrashPlan Shutters Cloud Backup for Home Users
Code42, the company behind CrashPlan, has announced that it's ditching home users. CrashPlan for Home is being killed off, with Code42 instead focusing entirely on enterprise and business customers.
The HTC Vive VR Headset Is Cheaper Than Ever
The HTC Vive is now more affordable than ever before, thanks to HTC knocking $200 off of the price of its VR headset.
Android O Is Oreo and Rolling Out Soon
After months of speculation, Google has confirmed that Android 8.0 is Android Oreo. And for the lucky few who own the right devices, Android Oreo will be rolling out soon.
You Can Now Pre-Order the Xbox One X
Microsoft is finally ready to unleash the Xbox One X onto the world. And despite its truly terrible name, the Xbox One X is a beast of a machine.
Microsoft Claims "Bing Is Bigger Than You Think"
It seems no one openly admits to using Bing. And yet, according to market share statistics released by Microsoft, it turns out that plenty of people actually do use Bing. And not ironically.