Putting the reader first
Derrick Miyao
Today is #GivingTuesday. It’s a great way to give back to those who need it. One of those is Wikipedia. It’s an information based website that keeps its lights on by support from people like you and me. While almost also websites are funded through advertisements or affiliate links from sales, Wikipedia is truly advertisement free. It isn’t looking to provide information sponsored by … Continue Reading >
Many shoppers are turning to online shopping instead of battling long lines and stampedes in traditional brick and mortar stores. Cyber Monday hit a record high in terms of sales this year and that means hundreds of millions of packages will be delivered now through the end of the year. You can help prevent theft by following a few basic tips. Not only will … Continue Reading >
There are over 100M users of Android smartphones in the US. The vast majority of those users are also using Samsung or LG smartphones since they are two of the largest manufacturers of Android devices. Many users have no idea that Android installed on their devices is vastly different than what Google deems as the ideal software. Android is open-source which means manufacturers like … Continue Reading >
TOMS is an amazing company. It was founded on the principle of taking care of people through business. In 2006, it decided to sell shoes – buy one, give one. “TOMS Shoes has provided over 60 million pairs of shoes to children since 2006, TOMS Eyewear has restored sight to over 400,000 since 2011 and TOMS Roasting Company has helped provide over 335,000 weeks … Continue Reading >
Cyber Monday is one of the biggest days to save money on electronics and digital content. For Android users, Google is having a huge sale at the Google Play Store on just about everything you can think of. For movie lovers, it is offering 50% off a single movie purchase from select titles. Finding Dory, Harry Potter the complete collection, Home Alone, Jurassic World, and … Continue Reading >
Advertisements are a way of life. They’re on TV, in magazines, in newspapers, and just about everywhere you look. Advertisements are a way for companies to encourage customers to buy products, services, or ideas. They’re so deeply rooted in our society that sometimes we don’t even know that we are being advertised to. However, there are more times than not that advertisements are annoying … Continue Reading >
Don’t spend a single penny on Cyber Monday. Blasphemy! I know many of you have waited all year for Black Friday and Cyber Monday for the best deals of the year. There’s no question that those two days offer incredible deals on products that typically are not offered throughout the year. But the act of spending money is never saving money. How much of that … Continue Reading >
There’s no question that the abundance of Android smartphones can lead to a whole lot of confusion. While iPhone users have a very limited selection of devices to choose from, Android users have much more choice. From varying prices, displays, internal hardware and even software features, almost no two Android smartphones are alike. Wireless carriers Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile all offer a wide … Continue Reading >
Do the math. I want you to calculate how much time you spend on these activities per day: Browsing the internet Connecting on social media through Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, etc. Playing video games Watching TV or movies Messing with your phone or computer While many of us have lost the true understanding of Thanksgiving, the forced down time gives us time to appreciate loved … Continue Reading >
Microsoft helped the popularity of the 2-in-1 laptop/tablet combination with the Surface Pro and Surface Book. Both devices are powered by the latest generation technology with powerhouse specs from the best processors to ultra HD displays. The main drawback to the 2-in-1 combos computers is the high price associated with them. Luckily for us, we have sites such as Indiegogo for entrepreneurs to fill gaps … Continue Reading >