Tuesday, February 07, 2017

New FCC Commission is Selling Us Down the River

Net Neutrality Tombstone

Tech News and Opinions

How the New FCC Plans to Dismantle Consumer Protections

Here’s what’s happening and how it affects the principle of net neutrality going forward. PS: It will be designed to protect giant media corporations contrary to any BS about promoting competition.

 

Congress just passed a law that tightens America's email privacy laws

This law, which has bipartisan support, requires the government to obtain a warrant before accessing the email of American citizens.

 

Vizio smart TVs tracked what viewers were watching without consent

As well as paying a hefty fine, Vizio has been ordered to delete all information collected before March 2016.

 

The Super Bowl live-streams crashed for both Comcast and Fox Sports

Folks watching on the Fox Sports app lost their stream during the game’s pivotal fourth quarter.

 

Web of Trust browser extensions yanked after proving untrustworthy

Mozilla decided to pull the Web of Trust add-on from its catalog, and the company behind the extension quickly pulled its software off of other browser platforms as well.

 

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How to Run Android on Your Computer

Android isn’t largely thought of as a desktop operating system, but if you’re curious about how Google’s mobile OS works, running it on a device you already have isn’t a bad idea.

 

First Steps: Scan Old Photos and Back Them Up to the Cloud

Those seeking to bring their old photo collections into the digital age face numerous challenges, not the least of which is the monotonous task of scanning individual photos or negatives. Here are a few thoughts about this process.

 

Netflix extension for Chrome is your shortcut to a ton of hidden categories

Available for free, Netflix Categories is a neat new Chrome extension that removes the hassle out of browsing the hidden categories of the popular streaming service.

 

Office 365 tip: Using 'Add to AutoCorrect' to make you more productive

Never make the same typos again by using AutoCorrect to make your typing much more efficient.

 

FAQ: How to manage Windows 10 updates

If you've spent years mastering the ins and outs of Windows Update, prepare to do some unlearning. Windows 10, with its emphasis on "Windows as a Service," rewrites almost all the rules of updates and upgrades. Here's what you need to know.

 

Mobile Computing

6 essential settings to make your iPhone and iPad display easier on the eyes

Make text larger, or just bolder. Zoom in on all of the screen or just parts. And finally get buttons to look like buttons again, with these helpful tips for iOS 9 and later.

 

Why your iPhone battery meter sometimes goes haywire

Even though many people complained to me about bizarre battery hiccups, I was unconvinced until I experienced virtually every one of them myself. 

 

How to Transfer Photos from Mac or Windows Computer to iPhone or iPad

Now you can manage all your sweet memories on different devices like Mac/Windows PC and iPhone or iPad. This information tells you how to transfer photos from Mac or Windows PC to iPhone or iPad.

Google Maps for Android now gives one-swipe access to real-time commute data and dining recommendations

Today’s update comes a few weeks after Google introduced a new feature in Maps that predicts how busy the parking is at your destination.

 

Google Now Launcher to be discontinued by Google

Google's first launcher, the launcher that shipped with the Nexus series and that helped define what much of the theming community views as 'stock', will be retiring soon.

 

How to protect your privacy with a VPN on Android

You don't necessarily have to spend money, but free VPN apps come with some drawbacks.

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