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 Live TV for Free on Sling
Sling TV has launched Happy Hour Across America. This lets you watch live TV on Sling for free, every night of the week.
Airbnb Launches Online Experiences to Keep You Entertained
Airbnb has launched Online Experiences to help keep us all entertained during the coronavirus crisis.
Google Launches a Braille Keyboard for Android
Google has launched a new braille keyboard for Android. This is a virtual keyboard which works without any additional hardware.
You Can Now Use Google Stadia for Free
Google is giving away Google Stadia for free to help keep people entertained through the coronavirus pandemic.
WhatsApp Limits Forwarding to Fight Misinformation
WhatsApp has introduced new limits on message forwarding in an attempt to stop the spread of misinformation about COVID-19.
You Can Now Lock Your Netflix Profile With a PIN
Netflix has added new parental controls, including the option to lock your Netflix profile with a PIN code.
The New Firefox Address Bar Enables Faster Searching
The new Firefox address bar is designed to make it faster and easier to find what you're looking for when you search the web.
The First Harry Potter Audiobook Is Now Available for Free
You can now listen to the Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone audiobook for free as part of Harry Potter at Home.
You Can Now Watch HBO Shows for Free
HBO is giving away some of its best TV shows, movies, and documentaries, for free, for a limited time.
Google Can Now Turn Your Photos Into Works of Art
In this article we tell you how to turn your photos into works of art using the Google Arts and Culture app.
You Can Now Use Facebook Messenger on Desktop
Nine years after Messenger debuted, Facebook has launched a Messenger desktop app on Windows and macOS.
Apple Buys Dark Sky and Kills the Android App
Apple has acquired Dark Sky and has removed the Android version from the Play Store. The Dark Sky API is also under threat.
You Can Now Watch Live TV for Free on Plex
Live TV is normally only available to Plex Pass subscribers, but anyone can now watch Live TV on Plex for free until June 30.
Spotify Kids Is a Music Streaming Service for Children
Spotify has launched Spotify Kids, a standalone app designed as a music streaming service for children.
Reddit Polls Help You Gauge People's Opinions
You can now create a Poll on Reddit, with the social media platform finally supporting Polls as a new type of post.
Duolingo ABC Can Teach Kids How to Read
Duolingo ABC is a free app designed to teach kids aged between three and six how to read. With their parents' help, of course.
Anchor Makes It Easier to Record Podcasts With Friends
Anchor has launched Record With Friends 2.0, which makes it much easier to record a podcast with your friends far away.
You Can Now Browse Instagram With Friends Over Video Chat
Have you ever wanted to browse Instagram with friends? Well, now you can, with Instagram launching a Co-Watching feature.
The New Google Podcasts Is Available on iOS and Android
Google has released a new version of its Podcasts app. And the new Google Podcasts is available on iOS as well as Android.
Nextdoor's Help Map Helps You Help Neighbors
Nextdoor has launched two new features which could prove invaluable during the COVID-19 crisis we're currently living through.