A word that’s been popping up a lot lately is homomorphic encryption. Many companies and online services are switching their encryption model into a type of homomorphic encryption, advertising that it’s for better user privacy and security. But what is homomorphic encryption? What does it mean? And what makes it different from other types of
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For many, the word “encryption” probably stirs up James Bond-esque images of a villain with a briefcase handcuffed to his wrist with nuclear launch codes or some other action movie staple. In reality, everyone uses encryption technology on a daily basis. While most probably don’t understand the “how” or the “why,” it is clear that
Are you looking to earn dividends on your assets with little to no effort? Here’s how you can put your cryptocurrency holdings to work and passively earn rewards in the process! Whether you’re new to the crypto asset class or have been around for several years, the chances are that you’ve heard of ‘staking’—especially in
Xiaomi’s smartphones are known to offer good features on a budget, but they also tend to come with a lot of pre-loaded apps. Some of them may be useful to you, others may not. And some keep tracking your data despite uninstalling them, because they have certain services that run in the background. In this
Every smartphone, no matter how rugged, needs a good case to protect it. But what type of case is better? A soft case, a hard case, or one with a combination of hard and soft parts? Do bulky cases really offer better protection, or do they just look stronger? Read on to find out the differences
It has been a whirlwind few years for AMD in which the company has pushed its hardware back to the top of the computing pile. AMD’s recent successes with its Ryzen CPUs and new 5000 and 6000-series GPUs are driven by innovation. One such innovation is AMD Smart Access Memory, a process that allows its
Innovations in technology are growing exponentially. Today, it seems they are evolving at a rate we have never seen before. It’s important to look to the future for signals of where technology will move the world next. Here are five technology trends that’ll soon become the norm. 1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) The future of every
Reddit and Robinhood users have been caught in a firestorm over GameStop stock after shares in the downtrodden company rocketed from $20 to $400 in just two weeks. The story is now front-page news around the world. But how did we get here, and what happens next? (Disclaimer: We are not financial advisers. You should
VoLTE stands for Voice Over LTE, where LTE means Long Term Evolution. As the name suggests, VoLTE is a voice call made over a 4G LTE network. It allows you to place a call via your LTE network rather than the “standard” network. VoLTE makes your voice calls more clear with high quality. It also allows
You’ve probably seen advertisements for apps that offer to pay you just for playing games on your phone. It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Let’s take a look at how these Get Paid to Play (GPT-Play) apps really work and what you as a user stand to gain or lose by using them. How
SCUF creates custom controllers for the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One consoles designed for competitive play. SCUF markets its controllers with the claim that its patented rear bumpers technology gives gamers a competitive edge. But do SCUF controllers actually make you a better gamer? Let’s find out. What Is a SCUF Controller? A SCUF controller
You just got a new pair of Bluetooth headphones fresh out of the box, but before you even put it on your head, you see an article about the dangers of Bluetooth radiation. But how real are these claims, and should you be worried about them? In this article, we’ll explain what Bluetooth actually is.
Xiaomi is one of the largest smartphone brands in India and is known for its budget smartphones. While its own custom skin based on Android 11, the MIUI 12, comes with some notable features, it also contains ads that are sprinkled all throughout. During the launch of MIUI 12, Xiaomi did mention the presence of
Over the past decade, the amount of RAM in a smartphone has increased at an incredible pace. Today, most smartphones come with different RAM sizes, from 2GB for budget units to 12 GB for flagship models. This trend begs the question—how much RAM does a smartphone need? The short answer is 4GB. That’s enough RAM
Wondering how to browse Vi (Vodafone Idea) recharge packs by region? Vi offers a range of recharge packs for its prepaid customers segregated on the basis of different regions in India. The telecom operator offers its recharge packs in different categories, such as unlimited, combo, data, talktime, plan vouchers, and SMS packs among others. Vi
TITLE: What Is PaaS (Platform as a Service) and How Does It Change Computing? If you’re a software developer looking to go solo, you might be excited with all the possibilities current tech has to offer. You no longer have to buy expensive hardware and tools to develop software. Plus, you’re not limited to
Ever use a laptop and wish it was a tablet? How about the other way around? There is a solution: a 2-in-1 device, combining laptop and tablet into a single portable solution. 2-in-1 computers are now fairly common. Manufacturers have taken to the form factor, producing powerful yet compact devices that combine both devices’ portability and functionality
Included in Apple’s HomePod mini is a new technology called Thread. But what is it? We’ll highlight what it does, and how it’s going to change the way you interact with your smart home. What Is Thread? Thread is a wireless standard, like Zigbee or Z-Wave, that allows your smart home devices to talk to each other.
As scientists continue to perfect artificial intelligence, the technology still finds its way into everyday life to make it easier. This includes the workplace. Different tasks that would normally demand your attention can now become the responsibility of AI software. Here are six areas where artificial intelligence can improve businesses through smart and efficient automation.
For most people, digital media is a part of your everyday life. But we don’t always think about how it is created. If you want to better understand how content moves from the mind to the monitor, continue reading for an introduction to Bitmap images. What Is Bitmap? “Bitmap” images are created by arranging a grid
Whether you’re an outdoorsy type, someone who works around heavy machinery, or just clumsy, you need a phone that can take a beating. To choose one, there’s more than just a good case and screen protector to consider. You should also look out for features of the phone’s hardware that will give it an extra level
Did a startup invent the holy grail of health wearables? Quantum Operation Incorporated, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, claims their noninvasive (no-prick) glucometer accurately estimates blood glucose. Quantum’s technology should hit markets in late 2021 or early 2022. If it works, the wearable could prevent 1.6-million diabetes deaths, and countless amputations, each year. But the big
Since the dawn of the internet, publishers big and small have wondered about the mysterious virtual visitors to their sites. How many are there? What are they reading? How many pages do Canadians using Firefox view per session? The field of analytics tackles these questions, and the leading practitioner is, unsurprisingly, the company that often
Wi-Fi is a catch-all term. In a sense, it is very precise. It explains a specific method you can use to connect to the internet. There are many different types of Wi-Fi standards. Your router, laptop, tablet, smartphone, and smart home devices all use different wireless standards to connect to the internet. Wireless standards change
When using an iPhone, you’ve probably come across the term “3D Touch” or “Haptic Touch.” These terms, along with “Force Touch,” are easy to confuse; you might not even know what action they refer to on your device. Let’s take a look at the differences between Force Touch, 3D Touch, and Haptic Touch, and what
GUIs are ubiquitous, yet you may not even know what they are, and you almost certainly take them for granted. Still, the term is so integral to computing that it merits some explanation and context. So, what is a GUI? What Does GUI Stand for? Depending on how you define computing, it has been around
A dashcam is an advanced Electronic Logging Device (ELD) that records your front-view through your windshield and sometimes, depending on the brand, the rear view of your car. Outside of the significant road safety regulations by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there are many reasons to consider installing a dashcam in your vehicle.
One of the largest concerns with electric cars is running out of power before reaching a charging station. This has become known as range anxiety. At CES 2021, HERE Technologies, the company behind the Google Maps alternative HERE WeGo, launched a new EV Routing feature to optimize your journey. Electric Vehicles Need Charging Painter06/Pixabay Most
We have all had that moment when we come home after a long day of work to a freezing or sweltering home. With the Nest Thermostat, those stressful experiences are a thing of the past. The Nest Thermostat helps you save energy without sacrificing comfort. It’s designed to manage your home’s air conditioner and heater
Image quality matters. When you’ve spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on a gaming rig, you expect performance. The more money you spend, the better performance you expect. Unfortunately, everyone can’t afford to spend thousands of dollars on a system. People often go years without upgrading their builds, and over time, your shiny graphics card
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