Most Viewed Posts This Week: November 25 to December 2
This week we dived into fake online news and how to debunk it, discussed why you might opt out of translation apps when you’re abroad and grab a phrasebook, looked at common holiday scams to avoid, and more. Here’s a look back.
How to detect and refute fake news
It’s easier than ever for some to create a website and publish completely fictional stories that are becoming international headlines. This makes it harder to tell the truth from fiction or to share news with other people who may not be able to tell the difference either. Fortunately, fake news isn’t that hard to spot. Here’s how and how to filter it from your feeds.
Translation apps are great right now, but don’t use them
With trendy new updates like neural network training , translation apps like Google Translate and Microsoft Translator are better than ever. They can translate almost anything you want. But do not rely on them when traveling. In fact, I believe you should use them as little as possible – if at all.
Don’t Fall For These Holiday Shopping Scams
It’s easy to get caught up in the craziness of the holidays. You have party plans, cards to send, and gifts to buy , and it could be a lot in just a few weeks. Don’t let stress cloud your judgment. Beware of these scammers who prey on holiday shoppers.
Photo Scan Disassembly: PhotoScan vs. Photomyne
For years, you have said that you are going to scan all the photographs in the shoeboxes in the basement. Now is the right time. There are several smartphone apps to help you with this, so you don’t have to pay anyone or pull a scanner to do this, but Photomyne and the recently released Google PhotoScan are two of the best choices.
Coolest Features You Can Unlock In Android Developer Options
The Android Developer Options Menu is a secret treasure trove of settings for brave users to play with. Whether you want to install any app to your SD card, speed up window animations, or even save battery power, here’s how to unlock and use this hidden menu.
How a stupid joke can make more money during salary negotiations
You might think that salary negotiations are the last thing you want, but there is one type of joke that can actually make a difference in your salary proposal. It all comes down to the “snap” effect.
How to make the perfect DIY Advent calendar
There are tons of different advent calendars these days, filled with everything from whiskey to nail polish to LEGO bricks . They are very funny but lack personal touch. Whether you want to gift it or build it yourself, here are some excellent DIY Advent Calendar tips to celebrate the season.
You are allowed to leave items randomly sent by retailers
If a company makes the mistake of shipping an additional item that you did not order, you have an ethical obligation to return it, but by law you do not need to send it back. That is yours.
Seven Tips for Making the Best Party Playlist
This is not a party without music. Whether you’re throwing a kegger, an upscale cocktail, or a cool holiday party, you need tunes. These tips for creating playlists will make your event fun and memorable.
I’m Richard Wong, Head of Engineering at Coursera, and this is how I work.
Coursera is an online learning platform that allows you to take courses at some of the world’s leading educational institutions, covering topics ranging from the humanities and arts to computer science and programming. However, it takes a lot of behind-the-scenes work to keep the Coursera directory up and running for 22 million users, and to innovate for the future.
When charities receive donations because I clicked, where do they get the money from?
Charity Miles boasts that you “make money for charity” just by going for a walk with your phone in your pocket. Other apps like Donate a Photo and Tinbox channel money to charity and give you the feeling that you’ve donated without actually opening your wallet. So where does the money actually come from?
11 easy ways to wake up early in the morning
Even if you are a night owl, you can still have a more productive morning if you put in a little effort to make your climb easier. Sure, it won’t be easy anyway, but if you like the idea of a more relaxing start to your day, here are some tips to help you get started.
Why You Should Checkout As A Guest When Shopping Online
When you buy products online , most retailers provide you with the option to check out as a guest or register with them. The latter may make it more convenient to check out next time, but this is a case for buying as a guest.