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Google starts blocking extensions not in the Chrome Web Store for Windows users, disables installed ones too

May27

by Sindy Cator on May 27, 2014 at 5:28 pm

Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Google, Insider

Google today began blocking local Chrome extensions to protect Windows users. This means that as of today, extensions can be installed in Chrome for Windows only if they’re hosted on the Chrome Web Store. Furthermore, Google says extensions that were previously installed “may be automatically disabled and cannot be re-enabled or re-installed until they’re hosted in the Chrome Web Store.” The company didn’t specify what exactly qualifies the “may” clause, though we expect it may make exceptions for certain popular extensions for a limited time. Google is asking developers to reach out to it if they run into problems or…

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10 iOS apps that make your pictures talk

May27

by Sindy Cator on May 27, 2014 at 5:08 pm

Posted In: Around the Web, Roundups

Almost everyone shoots photos and video. But how many people shoot multimedia? More than you might think. Multimedia apps — a hybrid that blends still images with a audio — provide a unique angle on visual sharing. Photos with a soundtrack are often easier to create and more engaging than video, naturally enhancing images without video’s complexity or time commitment. Multimedia photography can be more fun too, with better ways to incorporate humor and irony into the mix. We found 10 free iOS apps that can make your pictures talk and sing, with built-in sharing options to your favorite social networks. AudioSnaps AudioSnaps — an app that shoots images with five seconds…

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10 iOS apps that make your pictures talk

May27

by Sindy Cator on May 27, 2014 at 5:08 pm

Posted In: Around the Web, Roundups

This story continues at The Next Web

└ Tags: creativity, syndicated

LG officially unveils its G3 smartphone with 5.5″ display, laser-assisted camera and metallic skin

May27

by Sindy Cator on May 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm

Posted In: Around the Web, Gadgets, Mobile, Product Launches

LG has officially lifted the lid on the much-leaked G3 smartphone, the company’s latest Android-powered device to feature rear-mounted volume and power buttons. Unveiled globally today at simultaneous events around the world, the announcement confirms many of the rumors seen running up to the launch and that keen buyers in Korea will be able to get their hands on the device from this week. It’s due to start rolling out in other markets in June, LG confirmed. Clearly building on its experience with the previous generation G2, LG has tweaked the overall experience of the G3 to provide more refinement….