On October 28, Google is replacing “YouTube Music Key” with the formal launch of YouTube Red, … Google launches non-free “YouTube Red” serviceRead more
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Various tech topics, including digital media, streaming services, blogging, and diversity issues.
My recommended Android apps guide (Fall 2015)
I last wrote about what Android apps I regularly use back in the spring of 2013, … My recommended Android apps guide (Fall 2015)Read more
Lollipop is on 23.5% of Android devices
The newest version of Android, “Marshmallow” (6.0), has just been released for Android devices. But what … Lollipop is on 23.5% of Android devicesRead more
Changes to the blog (October 2015)
Time for the occasional news about what’s going on with my blog. After some thought, I’ve … Changes to the blog (October 2015)Read more
Google now owns the alphabet… dot com
Recently, Google reorganized itself, creating a new parent company for its various operations. The parent company’s … Google now owns the alphabet… dot comRead more
Amazon to ban Apple TV, Chromecast sales
Online behemoth Amazon is clearly intent on exercising its “behemoth” part. Last week, Amazon announced that … Amazon to ban Apple TV, Chromecast salesRead more
Upvoted: an advertiser-friendly Reddit?
Reddit’s made this news this year for, well, not flattering reasons—for being a site that’s host … Upvoted: an advertiser-friendly Reddit?Read more
AdBlock sold to an unknown buyer; my recommended alternatives
Ad blockers have been much discussed online in the tech world lately. Starting with iOS 9, … AdBlock sold to an unknown buyer; my recommended alternativesRead more
Google announces new Chromecasts, Pixel tablet
Earlier this week, Google announced a variety of new devices and services. Here’s my two cents … Google announces new Chromecasts, Pixel tabletRead more
Chip-based credit cards are coming to the US (slowly)
The United States has lagged behind other countries for years on secure credit cards, with the … Chip-based credit cards are coming to the US (slowly)Read more