Advertisement Smart home technology has matured a lot over the past couple of years, evolving from a novelty product into something that can be effectively and powerfully integrated into modern life. However, a process such as this puts forward a lot of difficult questions, many of which have to be answered by developers on behalf of their users.A recent update to the SmartThings app demonstrates that the California-based company might be departing from the course that has made it one of the most notable smart home manufacturers in the industry. This sort of tech is certainly changing — but it remains to be seen whether the shift is for better, or for worse.The Way Things WerePart of the appeal of the prior SmartThings experience was that it offered a surprising amount of flexibility. For one, the system supports a wide range of third party devices including Philips Hue lightbulbs The 7 Best Philips Hue Apps for Android and iPhone The 7 Best Philips Hue Apps for … [Read more...] about Here’s How the New SmartThings App Is a Major Step Backwards
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Tinder vs. OkCupid vs. Match vs. Happn: Differences Between Dating Apps
Advertisement In today’s world, dating can be difficult for some.Before the digital age, one could try going to bars or other public places to try and find “the one,” but this doesn’t work as well now, especially with introverts. Fortunately, we live in a time that’s ruled by apps and services on our smartphones to help us find our soulmate.However, with so many different dating apps out there, how do you know which one is the right one for you? Don’t worry, we’re going to break down four popular choices for you so you don’t have to guess which one fits your needs the best.TinderTinder is the app of choice for most younger people. It’s a location-based platform that is currently only available as an app on both iOS and Android. And while it has earned the reputation of being more of a hookup app for most, there’s more to it than that (we came up with several other ways to use Tinder 5 Ways to Use Tinder that Aren't Hooking … [Read more...] about Tinder vs. OkCupid vs. Match vs. Happn: Differences Between Dating Apps
Glenn Beck’s Media Empire Implodes. Again.
Conservative media firebrand Glenn Beck’s multimedia empire TheBlaze appears to be on its last legs after another round of layoffs and after a prospective high-profile buyer lost interest. The right-wing cable and digital media company—founded by Beck shortly before he exited Fox News in 2011—fired another round of staffers this week, shrinking a workforce that has already been reduced to less than 50 employees, according to two sources who spoke with The Daily Beast on the condition of anonymity. The two sources also confirmed that more than a dozen employees had been laid off over the past several days. Making matters worse, the company’s hopes for a bailout from a fellow right-wing titan did not go as planned. A potential lifeboat in the form of a proposed sale to the billionaire owners of conservative commentator Ben Shapiro’s website The Daily Wire now appears unlikely. A source familiar with the negotiations told The Daily Beast that talks between … [Read more...] about Glenn Beck’s Media Empire Implodes. Again.
4 Reasons Why Facebook Is a Security and Privacy Nightmare
Advertisement Facebook is no longer the king of the social media castle. More and more people are starting to turn their backs on the network for good. And while it’s still possible to contend that you shouldn’t delete your account 7 Reasons Not to Delete Facebook #DeleteFacebook 7 Reasons Not to Delete Facebook #DeleteFacebook A growing number of people are calling on us all to #DeleteFacebook. However, while it's not perfect, we believe there are multiple reasons not to delete Facebook. Read More , the arguments in favor of ditching the service are piling up at an alarming rate.If you value your security and/or privacy, keep reading.1. A Terrible Track RecordIn early 2018, Facebook hit the news headlines for its role in the Cambridge Analytica scandal Facebook Addresses the Cambridge Analytica Scandal Facebook Addresses the Cambridge Analytica Scandal Facebook has been embroiled in what has come to be known as the Cambridge Analytica scandal. After staying … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons Why Facebook Is a Security and Privacy Nightmare
10 Awesome Instagram Tricks You Should Definitely Check Out
Advertisement Whether you’re managing a team Instagram account or wanting to save your favorite photos automatically, there are lots of Instagram tricks waiting for you.You may or may not have a huge following on Instagram How Are You Doing On Instagram? These Websites Will Tell You How Are You Doing On Instagram? These Websites Will Tell You Within Instagram itself there aren't any tools to display statistics, but by connecting your account to these websites, you can get loads of interesting, useful and important information. Read More , but these tricks will make your Instagram use just a little bit better 9 Beautiful and Useful Instagram Tools to Get More Out of the Service 9 Beautiful and Useful Instagram Tools to Get More Out of the Service After telling you how you can browse Instagram on the Web and on your desktop, after teaching you how to backup your Instagram photo collection, and being pretty sure you all know how to use... Read More . … [Read more...] about 10 Awesome Instagram Tricks You Should Definitely Check Out
Think you can’t escape Google? You haven’t seen anything yet
More than any designer this side of Cupertino, Matias Duarte has made phones easy to use. During his tenure at Google—first overseeing the design of Android—the vice president of design watched Google’s operating system capture more than 85% of the global smartphone market. Duarte has likened his own work in mainstreaming these addictive devices to that of an arms dealer—”I just make the guns! I didn’t make you guys shoot each other!”—but he’s also not slowing down. advertisement advertisement After pioneering Material Design—a user interface metaphor that’s helped de-uglify and unify Google’s products—he’s here to stump for a new vision of Google’s computing future, one that extends well beyond the smartphone. “We’ve been calling this idea ambient computing,” says Duarte. “Where you are able to reach services wherever you are.” Ambient … [Read more...] about Think you can’t escape Google? You haven’t seen anything yet