Thursday, September 07, 2017

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Tech News and Opinions

Hackers gain access to hundreds of global electric systems

Symantec warned that hackers now have login credentials and access to multiple power grids around the world, with the potential to cause blackouts.

The Google Drive app for PC and Mac is being shut down in March

Support will be cut off on December 11th and the app will shut down completely on March 12th, 2018.

Putin says the nation that leads in AI ‘will be the ruler of the world’

The Russian president warned that artificial intelligence offers ‘colossal opportunities’ as well as dangers.

Roku Channel delivers more free movies to cord cutters

The new channel creates a one-stop shop for free, ad-supported content on Roku streaming devices.

How to livestream NFL games when you don't have cable

Welcome to the cord cutter's guide to the 2017-18 NFL season.


Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Best PDF editors of 2017: Reviewed and rated

When you need to dig deep into a PDF file, these tools are your best friends.

How to delete Google from your life

Get rid of Google by deleting your account information and searching for alternative services

How Long Do Solid State Drives Really Last?

The market for SSDs has matured considerably, and we’ve got a lot more data on…well, data.

Best wireless keyboards: Cut the cord with Bluetooth and USB models offering extras galore

We hand-tested these wireless models to find better options for your daily driver.

Chrome 61 is now headed your way: Fixes 22 flaws, connects USB science kit to web

Chrome 61 for Windows, Mac, and Linux has started rolling out, with Android following in the next few weeks.


Mobile Computing Tips and Tricks

So, Are You Going to Buy or Lease Your Next Phone?

The question is this: should you drop hundreds of bucks to buy your phone outright, or is leasing your device the way to go from here on out?

When will the iPhone's price drop?

With an expected iPhone 8 announcement just a week away, when should you expect iPhone 7 deals? iPhone 6 deals?

25 iPhone tips and tricks for 2017

Want to know how to capitalize on your iPhone’s potential? Read on for a few little known but useful tips that make everyday use of your iPhone easier and more convenient.

8 tips and tricks for iOS 11's Notes app you should know

Though it once felt like an app that was going nowhere, Notes is getting much, much better in iOS 11.

Best Cheap Android Phones of 2017

These rankings are constantly updated when new phones are released. What if you don’t need the absolute best? What if you just want an affordable phone that won’t make you pull your hair out?

How to Block Text Messages from a Certain Number on Android

Maybe it’s spam, maybe it’s from someone you don’t want to talk to, maybe it’s some other third thing. The point is, you don’t want to get them. So let’s block ’em.

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