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Turns out Google+ isn’t for us, it’s for researching us
For all the beautiful, innovative updates Google+ keeps pushing, it can't get me to use the service. After nearly two years, we're just now starting to figure out why the social network (or layer) or sorts isn't able to compel the user.
So Internet, do you have any thoughts about the Yahoo-Tumblr buy out?
Go figure: The Internet has plenty to say about Yahoo's $1.1 billion acquisition of Tumblr. Here are some of the best tweets and Tumblr posts concerning the deal.
And Yumblr is born: Yahoo buys Tumblr for $1.1 billion
After rumors swirled Friday, Yahoo has purchased Tumblr for $1.1 billion. Now, what will the ailing company do with the reblogging platform?
Yes, you can recover dead Snapchats – and here’s the video proof
If you need confirmation that anything digital never dies, here's video showing how you can bring back old Snapchats. It's the second time in recent weeks that the "ephemeral" technology is being questioned.
Best apps of the week: Moldiv, Lime Light, Frozen Synapse, and more
Sure, Google rolled out all kinds of exciting app updates this week. But don't let that overshadow the other great releases that came out. Grab the best apps of the week including Moldiv, an update to Zomato, Blitz Brigade, and more.
Do not click! These are the Facebook hoaxes you need to avoid
Facebook hoaxes and scams won't relent, but at the least here are five types of hoaxes you should be mindful of as not to fall victim.
Dear Apple: Please make these 4 upgrades to the next MacBook Pro, ‘K, thanks
New processors from Intel are scheduled to release this summer, which makes a refresh of the Macbook Pro in June of 2013 all but certain. What features should Apple include in the next Pro, and what features are we most likely to see?
Terms & Conditions: Etsy’s homespun rules are more complicated than you think
Etsy may be a great place to find that simple little item that really ties the room (or outfit) together. But its terms of service toss sellers into a maze of rules and regulations – and violating them can destroy one's livelihood.
‘Metro 2033′ author shares his vision for redefining fan-driven fiction
Dmitry Glukhosvky, the author of Metro 2033 and writer of 4A Games' Metro: Last Light, shares his unique perspective on building a franchise that gives fans the opportunity to take ownership of the fictional universe.
New Infiniti sports coupe aimed at Asia’s new young elites could sport 400hp hybrid powertrain
Even though the Infiniti Emerg-e is dead, a flagship sports car isn’t. The yet-to-be-named coupe will be aimed at what Infiniti is calling “little emperors,” wealthy 20-something who’re used to getting what they want.
WTF, Internet? Read receipts are letting everyone know I’m a horrible person
WTF, Internet? This week's Web indiscretion comes courtesy of the read receipt - that horrible, good-for-nothing feature that does nothing but turn you into a crazy person who everyone knows isn't reading their Facebook chats. Damnit.
Win a dream vacation or thousands in cash in this week’s social ways to win
This week you can win a vacation, thousands in cash, or even a full year's supply of Dunkin' Donuts Iced Coffee in this week's social ways to win.
Samsung HMX-QF30 Review
The Samsung HMX-QF30 camcorder is designed for people who want an affordable, dedicated video recorder with midrange features like optical zoom with image stabilization. But average performance and quirky Wi-Fi suggests you should keep expectations low.
- Pros: Affordable Full HD video-capture solution, Wi-Fi connect...
- Cons: Average video quality, Unresponsive touchscreen, Wi-Fi, ...
Love museums? Hate pants? Try these virtual museum tours from your PC
Numerous museums have put parts of their collections online and easy to explore with the click of a mouse. Here are some of the best online tours and collections of the famous museums in the world.