It's still unclear as to whether or not Win10 will be subscription-based but they're apparently going to stop renaming it at this point. AND, if you haven't heard already, Win10 will be a FREE update for Win7 and Win8 users. Full article at Arsetechnica.com
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Reforestation drones could plant one billion trees a year
This might be one of the coolest (and possibly important) uses of tech that I've seen in some time. I'll skip any deforestation rant but just say we need forests. Full article at Springwise.com
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ICE (In Case of Emergency) contacts for your phone
We've all probably been reminded of the importance of having emergency contacts on our phones and it's a good time to remind ourselves. Don't list your contacts by nicknames ("Honey") although "Mom/Dad/Wife" can be helpful to show a relationship, especially if you've given a phone to your children. "Doctor" -- don't forget the obvious. If…
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How to Disable Your Webcam (and Why You Should)
The pile of fear-mongering tech-garbage that is CSI: Cyber notwithstanding, it is important to protect your information and privacy. Once a concern that was the province of the paranoid, years worth of reports and revelations have made it readily apparent that people really can (and do) spy on you through your webcam. Read on as we…
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