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TECH May 23, 2017

Snapchat puppy filters latest social media battleground

The world’s biggest social networks are locked in a serious, billion-dollar battle over one of the world’s silliest innovations: puppy-eared, rainbow-spewing photo filters.

TECH May 23, 2017

Google Maps glitch impacts tiny town in Norway, report says

A tiny village in Norway suddenly has been swarmed with tourists thanks to a Google Maps error.

Apps May 23, 2017

7 simple ways to save money online

You probably remember that problem from high school math class: If you saved $5 a day and invested it at a nominal interest rate, you’d make $147,000 after 35 years. The point your math teacher was trying to make was that little amounts add up.

Apps May 23, 2017

Tech Q&A: Local weather forecasts, unsend emails, print from your phone and more

The weather app shows me general conditions. I would like to know the current and predicted weather where I am located.

TECH May 22, 2017

Millennium Falcon bike trail? 'Star Wars' fan uses The Force (and GPS)

An Australian cyclist marked Star Wars Day – May the Fourth – with a clever bike ride to create the ultimate Star Wars tribute on tracking app Strava, according to The Sydney Morning Herald.

Apps May 22, 2017

Four Wisconsin public schools block social media apps as part of study

Four public schools in Madison are preventing student access to some popular social media apps during the school day to test whether grades, student behavior and school safety improve with fewer online distractions.

Google May 16, 2017

Google is going to bring its assistant to the iPhone, reports say

Slated to hold its developer conference this week, Google is keeping up with the competition and bringing its artificial intelligence assistant to the iPhone, according to news reports.

Apps April 29, 2017

10 must-have apps for your phone

A new app is like candy: It’s fun, it’s bite-sized, and it gives you a rush. Whether you prefer the iTunes App Store or Google Play, you’ll find an all-you-can-download buffet of mind-blowing software for your mobile device.

Google April 26, 2017

Google Maps now lets you remember where you parked

Just tap the blue dot in your iOS or Android Google Maps app and set your parking location.

Innovation April 20, 2017

AI app knows when couples are fighting, may someday predict (and prevent) conflict

Bickering isn't abnormal but it's often unproductive, so most people want to avoid petty fights with their partner if possible. Someday soon a smartphone app may help by predicting conflict before it occurs.

Innovation April 19, 2017

Snapchat unveils World Lenses as Facebook battle wages on

As the battle between Snapchat and Facebook over camera supremacy wages on, Snapchat has unveiled a new "World Lenses" feature, bringing augmented reality to everyday objects.