How Does Autofocus Actually Work?
Autofocus is a feature of modern cameras that's easy to take for granted, but have you ever stopped to ask yourself how it works? How does your smartphone do it so easily?
Battle of the Selfie Sticks [Round-Up Review and Giveaway]
A week can't go by without somewhere banning their elongated presence. Despite this, selfie sticks are as popular as ever. We thought it was worth having a look at what's out there.
I Acted Like A Prick With a Selfie Stick, Here's How People Reacted
Basically, no one reacted. No glares, shouted warnings, or lobbed projectiles. People just weren't that fussed.
Take Beautiful Photos, Fast: The Quickest iPhone Camera Apps
The iPhone's camera app has certainly come a long way over the years, but there are several third-party camera apps that are faster to use when you're in a hurry.
A Quick Start Guide to the iPhone Camera
The iPhone is still the most popular point-and-shoot camera on the planet, but many users still aren't away of all that the camera can do. Here's what you need to know.
6 Technologies That Will Change How You Use Your Smartphone
What will our phones look like in five years? Let's talk about the exciting technologies that could change the way we use our phones in the near future.
Microsoft Overhauls Outlook, AdultFriendFinder Got Hacked, & More... [Tech News Digest]
Microsoft modifies Outlook, AdultFriendFinder data leaks, Internet Health Test, Need for Speed, Intellivision on Kickstarter, and the dangers of selfie sticks.
Why Selfie Sticks Should Be Banned From Music Festivals
This strange craze for taking selfies is going too far, with selfie sticks starting to ruin other people's experience of events like music festivals. Let's stop it before it's too late!
How to Shoot Instagram-style Hyperlapse Videos on Android
Microsoft Hyperlapse Mobile brings hyperlapse video to Android, a technique introduced to the iOS version of the Instagram app in 2014. The app is in beta, but is already capable of producing incredible results.
5 Cool Android Camera Tricks with Camera360 Ultimate
This app allows for some awesome photos on your Android smartphone or tablet -- here are its 5 best features!
Would You Pay for an Ad-Free YouTube? [MakeUseOf Poll]
There may soon be another way of enjoying YouTube without screwing over content creators by installing an evil ad-blocker. Paid YouTube subscriptions are on the way, but will you pay?
How to Backup Photos from a Mobile Device
It's never fun when your phone breaks and you lose all your photos -- but that never has to happen again! Learn how to backup your photos quickly and easily.
How Modular Smartphones Will Change Mobile Computing
Google's "Project Ara" is going to do for hardware what Android did for software.
How To Make Custom Filters For Instagram On iPhone Or Android
Instagram only has a certain set of filters, but what if you could make your own custom filters? Here's how.
How To Take Better Festive Photos This Christmas
Christmas is nearly here and the festivities are soon to begin. Are you ready to capture those wonderful moments with your trusty DSLR camera?
Meet Instagram's Five New Filters (And Learn What They Are Best For)
Photography social network Instagram has issued a new update, which brings five new filters, the ability to reorder the filters, and thumbnail previews. Instagram is releasing new filters for the first time in two years.
Sort Mobile Photos The Easy Way: Swipe Right to Keep, Left to Delete
Simplify the process of sorting out your smartphone snaps with two apps that take a Tinder-like approach to photo organization.
Make Stunning iPhone Time-Lapse Videos With iOS 8
iOS 8's new time-lapse feature can create some insanely cool videos -- here's how to get the most out of it.
Fit More Into 15 Seconds With Instagram's New Hyperlapse Videos
We live in an age of short-form content; say what you can in 140 characters, show what you see in 6 to 15 seconds. But there are always cheats and tricks, like Instagram's new app Hyperlapse.
Windows Store Loses Fake Apps, Apple iWatch Incoming, And More... [Tech News Digest]
Also, Twitter analyzes your tweets, Kinect for Xbox One, a side order of smartphones, selfish Olympus unveils selfie camera, and real life imitates art when a SWAT team stops a live stream.