NBC: "You Probably Don"t Need to Rely on a VPN Anymore"
NBC News writes: VPNs, or virtual private networks, continue to be used by millions of people as a way of masking their internet activity by encrypting their location and web traffic. But on the modern internet, most people can safely ditch them, tha.....»»
Voice Message Updates for WhatsApp
New Voice features bound for Whatsapp The post Voice Message Updates for WhatsApp first appeared on Phandroid. I rely on WhatsApp everyday to keep me in touch with people from all around the world, and something that I use regularly is the.....»»
Standard method to evaluate emerging flat lens technologies
Perhaps you are wearing glasses while reading this or have a cell phone, binoculars, a virtual reality headset or telescope. All of them rely on high-quality lenses, which are bulky, expensive and heavy—especially when considering drones and satell.....»»
Feds allege destructive Russian hackers targeted US oil refineries
Unsealed indictments: Hackers targeted US energy infrastructure for nearly a decade. Enlarge / Critical infrastructure sites such as this oil refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, rely on safety systems. (credit: IIP Photo Archive).....»»
Study shows advances in street lighting are reducing the efficacy of coastal species" camouflage
Species that rely on darkness to forage and feed are losing the gift of camouflage thanks to advances in the lighting used to illuminate the world's cities and coastlines, a study has shown......»»
What is email spoofing?
Attempts at online theft often start with a phishing scheme -- and phishing attempts often rely on email spoofing. Here's how spoofing works and how to spot it......»»
Canine TV preferences could lead to answers in protecting dogs" eyesight
Television: It's not just for people anymore......»»
Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands review: We’re not on Pandora anymore
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is a delightful Borderlands spinoff that paves a path toward more new expansions......»»
8 deals on projectors, screens, and accessories to enhance your home theater experience
You don't need to be a celebrity to live like a celebrity anymore. Instead of investing thousands into a home theater, pick up any of these eight accessories to upgrade your setup in a snap.For a limited time, you can save up to 63% on mini projector.....»»
How to download movies from Netflix for offline viewing
Taking a long flight somewhere? Don't rely on expensive public Wi-Fi, and load up your device with downloaded movies and shows from Netflix instead. Here's how......»»
Google Play users can"t buy apps in Russia anymore
One by one, the U.S.-based tech products and services are disappearing from Russia.The latest in line are all payment-based Google and YouTube services in Russia, as the country's war with Ukraine continues. Reuters, which first reported the news, sa.....»»
The best and worst dating apps that don’t exist anymore
Sex & relationships reporter Anna Iovine dives into some of the forgotten dating apps that are no longer helping people find love......»»
A Detailed Guide to Cloud E-Commerce Platform Considerations for Businesses
Most businesses have gone online in one way or another. Even if there is a physical outlet, most entrepreneurs still rely on digital solutions such as a web shop, digital marketing tools, cashless payment solutions, and online CRM. Many others have c.....»»
Lost Ark Trade Skills guide: How they work and tips for leveling up
Trade Skills in Lost Ark offer an easy way to make money, although they rely on a time-gated resource. Here's what you need to know about all six Trade Skills......»»
Nanomodulators of light on optical micro-probes to study the brain
When it comes to recording and stimulating brain activity, scientists can rely on a formidable tool: light. An international research team, coordinated by IIT- Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (Italian Institute of Technology), has developed nanometri.....»»
Counties that rely on the courts for revenue sentence more women to incarceration
In Washington state, many counties in recent years have supplemented their revenues through court-imposed fines such as traffic citations and court processing fees......»»
Study details how some fish cope with parasites, with implications for human health
They thrive everywhere from bustling cities to remote rainforests—even in our own backyards. Pervasive and unapologetic mooches, parasites rely on other organisms for their survival......»»
Apple’s AR/VR headset isn’t just a prototype anymore, sources say
Supply chain sources say Apple is looking to ship in August or September. Enlarge / An augmented reality demo by Apple, using a smartphone instead of a headset. (credit: Apple) Apple's mixed reality headset has moved beyond th.....»»
Slack went down today, but work wasn"t canceled
Slack went down for many users Tuesday morning, throwing off companies that rely on the popular workplace communication platform just as workers returned from the extended holiday weekend......»»
Slack welcomes users back to work with an outage
Slack went down for many users Tuesday morning, throwing off companies that rely on the popular workplace communication platform just as workers returned from the extended holiday weekend......»»
AT&T"s 3G shutdown won"t just affect old phones
On February 22, AT&T plans to close the book on 3G to make room for the upgrade to 5G. It says it has given companies and consumers that rely on their networks three years' notice about this, but the Alarm Industry Communications Committee (AICC) wan.....»»