News: Verizon's $80 'Unlimited' Plan Actually Has Lots of Limits
Verizon launched the $80 unlimited prepaid plan this week and we've found that it actually isn't as limitless as they would have you believe.
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News: From Dogs to Clothes, New Roadie App Helps You Move Your Stuff
A new app called Roadie now makes life a little easier by connecting users to people who can transport their stuff. The app allows users to transport anything from dogs to getting rid of your ex's things. Furthermore, anyone can register as a sender, or become a driver to make an extra buck. The app is very easy to use: simply download (the app is available on both iOS and Android) and register using an email address or with Facebook. Using the profile you've created, users then select whethe...
News: Doctors Use 3D Holograms on the HoloLens to Aid in Collarbone Repair During Surgery
Late last year, two surgeons from the Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia de Jaraguá do Sul in Brazil started using a combination of 3D printing and the Microsoft HoloLens to help plan spinal surgeries. And now, with the rest of their team, they've successfully performed a surgical procedure on their first international patient using their 3D impression planning and augmented reality process.
News: Google's Battery Issues Seem to Be Affecting Pixel Users, Too
In recent weeks, thousands of Nexus 6P users have reported that their devices are shutting down with 30% or more battery life remaining. The phones won't start back up until they're plugged into a charger, so it's as if the battery completely dies even though there is plenty of juice left.
News: Microsoft's HoloLens Is Going to Transform How We Do Work
Mixed reality headsets have limited hardware capabilities and naturally imprecise interfaces. While that works just fine for games and entertainment, can they actually function as a tool for productivity?
HoloLens Feature: Voice Input
Like Gesture Input, Voice Input allows you to act on the focus of your Gaze. However, the commands you can use with Voice Input are only limited by your imagination.
LA Auto Show: VW Does Infotainment the Right Way
The 2015 LA Auto Show showcases the best of the auto industry—well, at least according to car companies. Increases in horsepower, better fuel economy, and most importantly—the latest tech—is all on display during the 10-day event in Southern California. Once of my first missions at the show was to figure out who is putting the most care and thought into in-cabin electronics, mainly the ones that guide us around and play our music, affectionately known as "infotainment."
How To: Increase TX-Power in Kali 2.0
Hello, *Note This is my first how to post on here, so please correct anything that I have missed and let me know if anything I explained is unclear and I will try to clearify. Also I am a NOOB when it comes to this art, so I might have missed something, if so please inform me so I can better myself*
How To: Block Porn Sites on Your iPhone
There are many reasons to keep adult websites off your iOS device. They can pop up accidentally at the least opportune moments, can give your device malware, and are not welcome in a kid-friendly home.
How To: Roll Back to the Old, Free Tinder App on Android
Tinder, the extremely popular dating app, has the wonderful tagline, "Any swipe can change your life." However, if you downloaded their most recent update, your next swipe could cost up to $19.99.
Hack Like a Pro: How to Anonymously Torrent Files with Tribler
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How To: Get Faster Access to Your Favorite WhatsApp Contacts on Your iPhone
WhatsApp is the go-to application for sending a message (or 100) to friends at home and abroad. And the best thing is, the service has remained true to its roots after Facebook acquired the company for $19 billion.
How To: Track Data Usage in Real Time with This Status Bar Meter for Android
When you're on a limited data plan, bumping up against your monthly cap is a major concern. Overage fees are incredibly high these days, and being throttled down to 2G coverage almost renders a smartphone completely useless.
How To: Watch Sony's "The Interview" Right Now (Update: Now on Netflix)
Surely you're aware of the Sony hacking scandal by now (here's a quick primer if you're not), as well as the multi-billion dollar company initially bowing to threats by canceling the Christmas release of the The Interview, the film at the center of the whole debacle.
How To: The Trick to Inserting Line Breaks into Instagram Captions & Comments
Line breaks signify not only the ending of one line of thinking, but the beginning of another. We use them to emphasize points, to fragment information, to shift tone, and more. They're important in getting our message across properly, which is why I'm always disappointed when I can't insert a line break into my masterful Instagram caption.
How To: Prevent Red Ring of Death on Xbox 360.
Hello everyone. The red ring of death of Xbox 360 has been a huge problem since the beginning of Xbox 360. Many gamers like me have faced this problem and the red ring of death (RROD) is one of the biggest reason behind all the rant on Xbox 360 gaming console.
How To: Take Ultra-Slow Motion Video with Your Galaxy S5
The Galaxy S5's camera is amongst the most capable smartphone shooters on the market. With a 16-megapixel sensor that is capable of recording 1080p video at 120 frames per second, the stat sheet was officially stuffed when Samsung brought this device to market.
How To: Rid Your Kitchen of Fruit Flies Once and for All
Even the best-maintained kitchens occasionally get a fruit fly infestation. These critters descend, lay eggs (up to 500 at a time!), and then disappear usually only after extreme cleaning efforts (i.e., finally attacking that weird puddle of goo behind your refrigerator).
IFA 2014: Lenovo's 8-Inch Intel-Powered Android Tablet
Lenovo didn't have as much to show off at IFA 2014 as Samsung and Sony did, but its new Android-powered Tab S8 is certainly worth a look.
How To: Finally, an Easy Way to Share Large Video Files from Android
Sharing files has always been one of Android's greatest strengths. A system of "share intents" allow apps to freely exchange data with each other, making it possible to take a picture with your favorite camera app, then send it over to your choice of photo-sharing apps, for instance.
How To: Get an Unlimited Call Log on Your Nexus 5 or Other Android Phone
In the past few weeks, the internet has been abuzz with nightmarish horror stories of Comcast's questionable decision-making and downright terrible customer service. The central theme of many of these disputes with the nation's largest cable provider is that without evidence, the conglomerate will refuse to acknowledge its mistake and place the burden of proof on the customer.
How To: Secretly Record Videos Using the Volume Keys on Your Galaxy S4 or Other Android Phone
Unlike the suave 007 that Daniel Craig portrayed, I am not a spy, nor am I that charming, but I do occasionally enjoy taking a stealthy video. Maybe I'm a jerk, but I often catch people doing ridiculous things and just think, "Aren't you embarrassed?"
The Nexus Killer: OnePlus One Phone Review
A month ago, we showed you what I, and many around the web, dubbed the "Nexus Killer". That device is the OnePlus One, a low-priced, high-powered, CyanogenMod-run Android device.
How To: Make Incompatible Apps Work in Multi-Window View on Your Galaxy Note 2
Multi Window, a feature that was greatly improved with the release of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, is still quite limited on the older Note 2, allowing only the use of a few stock applications to multitask with.
How To: Add Custom Words & Phrases to Your Status Bar on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3
I love my status bar. Not only does it tell what time it is and how much battery juice is left, but it gives me cellular connection info, text alerts, and app update notifications. However, one thing is does not give me is customization. Since you're looking at it all the damn time, why not personalize it?
News: Google Beat Apple in the Next-Gen Smartwatch Race—And It Looks Incredible
Watch out Samsung (and you too, Pebble, Sony and the still unrealized Apple), your hold on the smartwatch market is about to get a lot less firm. Announced today, Google has released Android Wear, their platform for developing smartwatches, along with a preview of the Moto 360 smartwatch from Motorola.
How To: Scan Multiple Docs into One PDF on Your iPhone with FineScanner (Free for a Limited Time)
Mobile scanning applications are nothing new in the world of Apple, except that the majority of them usually come with pesky in-app purchases that stifle the entire experience and render some features useless until you pay for them.
How To: Add Your Favorite Apps to the Pen Window Drawer on Your Samsung Galaxy Note 3
There wasn't really anything too special about the S Pen on the Samsung Galaxy Note 2, with its limited capabilities and finicky sensitivity. Luckily, the S Pen was greatly improved on the Note 3, the biggest enhancement being Air Command, a floating menu that appears when the S Pen is removed that gives quick access to all the new features.
How To: 5 Secret Codes You Need to Know About Costco's Prices to Get Even Better Deals
It's no surprise that Costco has great deals, and that's why millions pay annual fees for the privilege to shop in their wholesale outlets. Just take their hotdog and soda combo for $1.50—it's the same price now as it was 27 years ago.
How To: Sony Offers Digital PS4 Upgrades for Select PS3 Games—Here's How It Works
The next generation gaming systems are so close to release I can almost taste the plastic. The new PlayStation 4 is set to be released in just a couple days on Friday, November 15th, but if you're like me, there's only one thing preventing you from upgrading in a second.
How To: Use Pattern Blocks Art in the Classroom
This HowTo is about using Pattern Blocks in the classroom. All you need is a classroom set of pattern blocks and a camera. Each student or group of students is given a set of pattern blocks and a time limit. The assignment: make an artwork that illustrates the concept of symmetry, small enough to fit on a single student desk. When the art is finished, take a photograph of it and then let the students vote to choose their favorites.
How To: Track a Package with UPS
UPS Tracking provides several convenient ways to track packages online, including on-the-go with your mobile device. Track your package using UPS Quantum View Notify to get real-time updates on packages in your supply chain or send delivery notification alerts.
How To: Replace the Steering Gear Boots on a VW Passat
The video gives you a step by step tutorial how to replace the steering gear boots of a Volkswagen Passat B3 without dismounting the steering gear.
How To: Turn Your Old iPhone into a Hidden Live-Streaming Security Camera
If you're tired of your roommate stealing your Cheetos out of the pantry or simply want to indulge in something creepy, then keep reading. With the iPhone 5 finally released, many people will soon be selling or giving away their older iPhones. But should they? Instead of ditching your old iPhone, why not use it to engage in some Big Brother type espionage? There are some really awesome ways to use your old iPhone, but spying on people is definitely the most bang for your buck. First, you'll w...
How To: Attach Large 100MB Files in Gmail with Attachments.me
Attaching files to an email is way more convenient than trying to link people to third-party file transfers. Unfortunately, the standard 25MB limit is far too small to send some files, like large videos or multiple audio files.
How To: Stream media from a Droid X phone to a PlayStation 3
Okay, just because the new Verizon Wireless Droid X comes with an HDMI-out port doesn't mean you're limited to just that. Motorola has made it possible for you to play video, music, and pictures to your television without any wires at all. With the Droid X's DLNA media sharing application, you can easily stream to an PS3 or Xbox, send pics to your PC, and stream videos to your TV. Check out this video walkthrough to learn how to use the DLNA services to connect your Droid X to the PlayStation 3!
How To: Stack crops in FarmVille (02/16/10)
This is an easy glitch in FarmVille that's been around for a long time. Stacking crops. If you want to learn how to stack your crops in FarmVille, just watch this video tip on how to do it (02/16/10). This glitch allows you to grow many more crops than usual, using your limited space on your farm to maximize the most crops in the least amount of space. By doing this glitch, you can easily achieve mastery for all crops in a quicker time frame.
How To: Share files between Ubuntu (host) & Windows XP (guest)
New to Ubuntu Linux? This computer operating system could be a bit tricky for beginners, but fret not, help is here. Check out this video tutorial on how to share files between Ubuntu (Host) & XP (Guest).
How To: Pronounce hospital clinic related words in Russian
Check out this instructional Russian language video to learn Russian as Russians speak it. This is Theme 10, Lesson 3 in the series. Practice your Russian listening skills by listening to the dialogue presented in this language video. Learn words related to your health, being sick, and visiting a doctor or hospital clinic.
How To: Say informal phrases in Russian with friends
Check out this instructional Russian language video to learn Russian as Russians speak it. This is Theme 11, Lesson 1 in the series. Practice your Russian listening skills by listening to the dialogue presented in this language video. Learn words related to meeting your friends in public.