It’s 82 degrees outside right now here in Tucson, and I don’t have a whole lot to say about technology. So I am going to let you read all the stories without my help…while I head back outside and enjoy this beautiful weather. -JRC
News and Opinions
Verizon confirms 'More Everything,' brings price cuts, more data, global texting
The nation's largest wireless carrier is finally responding to the cuts taken by T-Mobile, AT&T, and Sprint.
Comcast to buy Time Warner Cable for $45.2 billion
This deal combines the two largest U.S. cable operators. It immediately raises questions as to whether it will pass the scrutiny of anti-trust regulators.
Google brings Windows apps to Chrome OS in latest Microsoft attack
The approach of low-cost devices and a modern cloud-powered OS has left Microsoft a little nervous, but Google is now launching the next stage of its continued attack: the enterprise.
The US is switching from credit card signatures to PINs
US banks and merchants may finally shift to a more secure way of authorizing credit card transactions in which customers will enter a personal identification number (PIN) at checkout instead of signing a receipt. The US is the last major market in the world using the signature system, which is part of the reason why a disproportionate amount of credit card fraud happens here.
Firefox's new interface is almost here
You may have to wait a few more weeks to get it, but here is a sneak peak (video) of the new Firefox Web browser, code named Australis.
Computer Tips and Tricks
13 tough questions about computer security
Security novices often ask great questions, and these student queries elicit responses worth a short security course. Some of their questions might be the same as yours.
Check Your Internet Security, Or Locate An IP Address
How can you test that your firewall is working? The answer is to perform a port scan. This means that you need to persuade another computer on the internet, outside of your own home or office network, to try connecting to your IP address on all the common ports (or channels). "
PhotoSift - A free utility to help you sort photos
PhotoSift can help you quickly organize unsorted images from one directory into multiple destination folders with the help of keyboard shortcuts.
Sorting out the revolution in PC backups
Over the past few years, backup technology has improved so much that you’re virtually guaranteed you’ll never lose important files or other data. But with so many good options available, it can be difficult to settle on the backup method — or methods — exactly right for you.
12 Most Efficient Ways To Use Evernote Beyond "Everything"
Deep down, Evernote is subtly whispering “productivity and efficiency” — if only everyone could hear it. Sometimes we need a recommendation or two for what’s best on the menu to get us started. Here are 12 of them
Portable Computing
iPad Tips: iOS 7 Gesture Guide
Gestures on the iPad can really speed things up on a productivity level. Here is a guide to all of the major gestures in iOS 7. Practice makes perfect here and the more you use these gestures, the more you will find yourself flying through your iPad.
30 iPhone and iPad tips and tricks to make you faster and more efficient
Here are a list of tip and tricks that will help you be more productive when using your iPad and iPhone, whether you use it for work or play.
How I learned to stop worrying and love my creepy smartphone
As our contextual information reaches the cloud, smartphones will get more personal and anticipate everything we want.
Best Free Radio Broadcasting for Android
TuneIn Radio wins this award and is undoubtedly one of the most popular apps giving you a great opportunity to tune in and listen to local and worldwide radio stations on your Android phones and tablets wherever you go.
Warning: Flappy Bird fakes are hatching Android malware
Security firms have found Flappy Bird-like applications running malware in a host of third-party Android app marketplaces
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