30 Hurricane Katrina homes that were built by Brad Pitt's Make It Right charity in the Lower 9th Ward in New Orleans, Louisiana (LA) are now reportedly rotting from the inside out.
Janice Somosot
Jan 02, 2014
The New Year 2014 seems like a much better time for tech gadgets than 2013. For starters, there are a lot of exciting gadgets planned for release on 2014. Check out the 2014 tech gadget predictions featuring smarter smart watches including the Apple iWatch, wearable television (TV), drones and 3D printers.
Janice Somosot
Jan 02, 2014
Gift cards are a popular present but they are also a rising cause of complaints, with Consumer Affairs Victoria receiving more than 60 complaints about gift cards between 1 January and 30 June 2013, doubling the 30 complaints received for the whole of 2012.
Christine Gaylican
Dec 31, 2013
Aside from the delicious food, dazzling decorations, beautiful clothes and gifts, the holidays also bring about numerous sales from stores that want to cash in on the consumers' fat wallets and generous spirits. Unfortunately, it is also during this time that a lot of counterfeit products are being sold alongside the real ones. To avoid getting duped into buying fake products, especially electronics, check out some tips on how to spot fake electronics
Janice Somosot
Dec 30, 2013
Beyonce handed out $50 gift cards to 750 Walmart customers on Friday, Dec 20, 2013, after Amazon and Target refused to stock her new CD because she released it in secret on iTunes just minutes before midnight EST on Friday morning, Dec 13, 2013.
Janice Somosot
Dec 24, 2013
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., an American Southern country themed chain of restaurants and gift stores founded in 1969 in Lebanon, Tennessee (TN), announced on Dec. 22, 2013 that they will bring back selected "Duck Dynasty" products that were deemed "offensive" in its stores' shelves just a day after announcing that it was pulling it out.
Janice Somosot
Dec 23, 2013
Cyanogen, a company known for its free, open source operating system and community built distribution of Android for smartphones and tablets, finally received Google's approval to produce the Oppo N1 phone after previously warning them in Nov. 2013 that its installer encourages phone owners to void their warranty.
Janice Somosot
Dec 23, 2013
This particular Holiday 2013 Gift Guide features wonderful gifts that give back to those in need. It's a great feeling to receive gifts, but when you are giving gifts, it's even better. Whether you will be the giver or the receiver of gifts this season, it's a nice touch that someone else will benefit from this traditional exchange of gifts this Christmas. Some of the products mentioned in this gift guide include nail polish, makeup, accessories and even a bike!
Janice Somosot
Dec 19, 2013
Google Inc., the world's largest Internet search engine, has just acquired the Boston Dynamics Robotics Company. Part of Google's acquisition are several robots made by Boston Dynamics including Big Dog, a four-legged robot dog that can climb hills and Cheetah, a really fast robot that can outrun Usain Bolt, who is believed to be the fastest human today.
Janice Somosot
Dec 17, 2013
The Smarty Ring Bluetooth-enabled wearable gadget for easy smartphone alert checks and incoming call management is finally here! Move over, Samsung Galaxy Gear watch, Pebble Watch and Sony SmartWatch, here comes the latest wearable gadget designed to work in sync with one's smartphone. It is much sleeker, fashionable and easier to wear than the smart watches out there today. It can be worn even if you are dressed casually or dressed to the nines.
Janice Somosot
Dec 11, 2013
The last analogue television (TV) transmitter in Australia has officially been switched off at 9 am on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013 in Melbourne, Victoria as well as other communities in eastern and central Australia. It has reportedly been used in Australia for 57 years. What this means is that all the free-to-air TV in Australia will now be available only on digital TV. Their analogue TV can still be used if a digital set-top box is used along with it.
Janice Somosot
Dec 11, 2013
Ninja Blocks, a Sydney start-up company that was founded by Marcus Schappi with co-founders wife Madeleine and Mark Wotton in January 2012, has amazing gadgets called the Ninja Block and the Ninja Sphere, which are essentially "remote controls" for the home. The company has attracted funding of up to $1 million from companies such as Atlassian Software founders Scott Farquhar and Mike Cannon-Brookes.
Janice Somosot
Dec 11, 2013
Microsoft Non-Security Updates will be released on Patch Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013 at 1PM Eastern Time. A brief description of the 16 main updates can be found on Microsoft's Support Page, including updates on Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and Windows Servers.
Janice Somosot
Dec 10, 2013
Sunshine Coast Daily, a newspaper for Maroochydore, Queensland (QLD) in Australia is giving away six prizes from Nov. 9 to Dec. 23, 2013 as part of its Countdown to Christmas contest. Giveaways include an iPhone 5s, a $1,000 Flight Centre travel voucher, a GoPro Hero3+, a system 12 lotto ticket, five $100 vouchers at Bunnings, Kmart or Boating Camping Fishing (BCF) and five $100 Coles Group vouchers.
Janice Somosot
Dec 09, 2013
There are a lot of choices for Christmas gifts meant for women. It can range from jewelry to makeup, clothes, shoes, bags, watches or even gadgets. However, due to the number of choices out there, it's difficult to choose which one to actually buy for women. The risk is that they may already have the gift you will be giving them. To help you with your shopping dilemma, here is a helpful Holiday 2013 Gift Guide featuring the Top 5 Gifts for Women.
Janice Somosot
Dec 06, 2013
Let's face it, when it comes to gift giving, it's always difficult to find the perfect gift for the men in your life, whether he is a boyfriend, a husband, your dad, uncle or even brother. But, don't worry, here is a simple Holiday 2013 Gift Guide featuring the Top 5 Gifts for Men to give you some ideas on what to shop for this Christmas.
Janice Somosot
Dec 06, 2013
The Vuzix M100 Smart Glasses, which is Google Glass' main competitor, is now available for preorder for $1,000. Compared to the price of a Google Glass developer or Explorer edition which is reportedly $1,500 or around £985 or $1,449 AUD, the Vuzix M100 Smart Glasses is relatively cheaper.
Janice Somosot
Dec 05, 2013
Embattled Australian flag carrier Qantas will cut at least 1,000 jobs over the next 12 months as it struggles to keep afloat financially amid weak trading conditions and return on fares.
Vittorio Hernandez
Dec 05, 2013
The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 and Acer Aspire R7-571G are two hybrid laptop/tablets that offer its users varied ways on how to use and view it. But which one is better? The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Convertible Ultrabook or the Acer Aspire R7-571G? Read on to find out in the specs comparison here.
Janice Somosot
Dec 04, 2013
Christmas season is a time of giving, sharing and being kind to one another, but unfortunately, some scammers want fast cash and often prey on unsuspecting people during this time of the year. And scams have become digital nowadays as more and more people engage in e-commerce and buy most of their stuff online. That is why it is imperative that netizens be aware of the cyber scams proliferating in the Internet. Here are the 12 cyber scams to avoid this Christmas season.
Janice Somosot
Dec 04, 2013
The Sony VAIO Fit 13A Multi-Flip PC and the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Convertible Ultrabook are two amazing gadgets from Sony and Lenovo that offer multiple choices on how to use it. Both can be used as a laptop, tablet or as a display thanks to its unique and flexible cover. But which one is better? The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Convertible Ultrabook or the Sony VAIO Fit 13A Multi-Flip PC? Read on to find out in the specs comparison here.
Janice Somosot
Dec 04, 2013
About five online holiday shopping safety tips for consumers have been previously discussed, but because of the numerous scams and tricks cyber criminals use, it's best to be always prepared.
Janice Somosot
Dec 03, 2013
Australia's Qantas Airways Ltd, the country's flagship carrier, has entered into a code share deal with China Southern Airlines Co Ltd, a first between the two airline firms.
Esther Tanquintic-Misa
Dec 03, 2013
With the start of the Holidays comes the onslaught of holiday shopping for the season of gift-giving is just around the corner, not to mention the various sales and deals offered by almost every store this time of the year. However, there are a lot of scammers out there during holiday shopping too. They are taking advantage of shoppers who are rushing to buy items during a sale like, Black Friday or Cyber Monday. If you want to avoid getting scammed, check out the online holiday shopping safety ...
Janice Somosot
Dec 03, 2013
Here comes Cyber Monday 2013! Watch out for various online sales after Black Friday 2013 which officially start on Monday (hence, the name), Dec. 2, 2013.
Black Friday 2013 has just ushered the 2013 Holiday shopping season and it has reached the weekend up to Cyber Monday 2013 where most people who weren't able to shop during the Black Friday weekend go online to look for sweet deals for the items that they are eyeing.
Janice Somosot
Nov 30, 2013
The Walmart Black Friday 2013 has started with a bang at 6pm on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, 2013. I hope you guys didn't miss the Walmart 1 hour sale (In-Stock Guarantee)! Don't forget about the second Walmart sale event at 8pm on the same day (Thursday, Nov. 28)! And, of course don't miss the actual Walmart Black Friday 2013 Sale on Friday, Nov. 29. It will extend over the weekend on Saturday, Nov. 30, starting at 8 am up to Sunday, Dec.1.
Janice Somosot
Nov 29, 2013
The Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Phablet will reportedly be available in UK by the 1st week of December 2013 and it will cost £550 as well as be sold SIM-free.
Janice Somosot
Nov 28, 2013
Air Asia has recently unveiled its special flight deals for several destinations around the world, including Asian and Australian destinations.
Janice Somosot
Nov 27, 2013
Walmart’s Black Friday 2013 deals will officially start at 6pm on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, 2013. Even if it’s named “Black Friday,” it will actually begin on a Thursday. On Nov. 28, there will be two events, one will start at 6pm up to midnight and the other will start from 8pm to midnight. And on Friday, Nov. 29, the sale will start at 8am and will last until Sunday, Dec. 1.
Janice Somosot
Nov 27, 2013
Ian Somerhalder of the CW TV series “Vampire Diaries” is encouraging people to use Goodshop To-Go to support his foundation, The Ian Somerhalder Foundation (ISF). Goodshop To-Go is a Web site that reportedly allows online shoppers to earn up to 20% of each of their purchases for their chosen cause or charity. Plus, it gives more than 100,000 coupons for users which enables them to not only save some money but also to donate with every purchase. What’s great is that this service is free!
Janice Somosot
Nov 18, 2013
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