New Technology Could Turn Current Cars into Self Drivers
Tech startup Cruise has developed a working prototype that would allow you to turn your existing car into a self-driving vehicle. The setup would include a sensor mounted just above the windshield to map the road, actuators in the gas pedals and wheels, and a computer in the trunk to control the whole operation. While […]
Improving the WiFi Strength in Your Home
Fast internet connections are better than slower connections, so here are a few tips to improve the effectiveness of your wireless connections throughout your house. Obviously, placing the router in a central location in your home is one of the most important steps in improving your WiFi coverage. Other things to consider to improve your […]
$400 Billion in Cybercrime Losses
It is estimated that cybercrime across the globe results in $400 billion in losses annually. While lower than the $1 trillion figure that McAfee claimed back in 2009, most estimates for damages in cybercrime range from $375 billion to $575 billion, which is more than the gross domestic product of most countries worldwide. Click here […]
Some of the Best Tablets on the Market
There are a number of high-quality tablets now on the market, and each one offers a different combination of design, price and usage. The Apple iPad Air rates as the best traditional tablet, while the Asus Transformer Book T100TA offers a great compromise between a tablet and a laptop. For people searching for a tablet […]
2014 Origin EON 17-S Review
Origin has released a new version of its EON 17-S gaming laptop, with the updated model featuring Intel’s best mobile CPU. While the performance of the PC is top-notch, its design is both bulky and delicate, making it a less than ideal laptop to travel with. Further, several other PC makers offer similarly performing custom […]
Acer’s First Leap into Smartwatch Market Not Its Last
With PC sales plummeting, Acer is attempting to makes its mark in the tech industry with other products, and has released a tablet, phone and smartwatch. According to Acer CEO Jason Chen, the first smartwatch that the company released is not perfect, but they felt it was more important to break into the market first […]
Features that Make Google Chrome Experience Even Better
Google Chrome is the preferred browser of individuals searching the Internet, with over 58 percent of people favoring it over the likes of Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari. There are several hints and features that make the experience on Google Chrome even better, including the ability to search directly within other websites using the search […]
Apple Close to Singular Operating System
With the announcement that Apple will release new versions of both iOS and OS X, it is becoming clear that Apple is well on its way to completely integrating its mobile and desktop operating systems. In the future, it is envisioned that a singular operating system will allow users to seamlessly transition between their iPhones/iPads […]
iPhone Apps for Windows Users
There are an increasing number of people who have both PCs that run Windows and Apple products such as iPhones and iPads, which can make it difficult for smooth integration of the two operating systems. However, there are a wide range of apps, such as OneNote, Mobile Office for iPhone, Skype and Remote Desktop, that […]
Dell to Market Recycled Plastic PCs
Hoping to become a more environmentally friendly business, Dell is making a line of computers that are made from recycled plastic. While Dell had ranked behind Apple, IBM, Microsoft, HP and others in its use of sustainable materials, this does appear they are taking steps towards becoming greener in their production. To read the rest […]
Surface Pro 3 Pricier Than MacBook Air
PCMag.com took the time to compare the new Microsoft Surface Pro 3 against the MacBook Air, as the two are both advertised as ultra-portable, full-blown computers. While the Surface does offer touchscreen capabilities that the MacBook Air does not, it is significantly more expensive, especially if people wish to include the type pad with it. […]
Windows 8 Banned from Chinese Government Computers
China has banned Windows 8 from being installed as the operating system on government computers, believing that the OS could pose a future security risk. The Chinese government will reportedly look to implement a Linux-based operating system, first in government offices and then on a consumer-wide basis. To read the rest of the article by […]