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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 there are limitations to the operation (including the cost), the developments by Cruise could force other self-driving car developers such as Google to make improvements of their own.

To read the rest of the article by Chris Velazco for Engadget.com, follow this link.

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 WiFi include configuring old routers as wireless access points (AP) and upgrading your routers antennas.

Click here to read the rest of the article by Michael Brown for PCWorld.com.

$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 to read the rest of the article by Jeremy Kirk for PCWorld.com.

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 with a smaller screen, the Google Nexus 7 offers a perfect balance between cost and performance.

Click here to read the rest of the article by Wendy Sheehan Donnell for PCMag.com.

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 gaming laptops, shrinking the gap between Origin and its competitors.

Click here to read the rest of the review by W. Bryan Hastings for PCWorld.com.

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 and improve upon the product after seeing how it performed among the buying public.

To read the rest of the article by Dana Wollman for Engadget.com, follow this link.

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 bar, the ability to use the omnibox as a calculator and conversion tool, and the ability to drag URLs directly from the web to your desktop.

Click here to see the full list of features by Evan Dashevsky for PCMag.com.

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 and iMacs/MacBooks without missing a beat.

Click here to read the rest of Seamus Condron’s article for PCMag.com.

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 make it easy to incorporate the work you do on your PC with your mobile device.

Click here to read the entire article by Tony Bradley for PCWorld.com.

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 of the article by Agam Shah for PCWorld.com, follow this link.

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.

Click here to read the rest of the article by Joel Santo Domingo for PCMag.com.

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 Matt Brian for Engadget.com, follow this link.

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