The traditional padlock gets the “smart” treatment

You’d probably expect the padlock to be the last thing to go high tech, but an Australian company has done just that. Mobile accessory maker Dog & Bone released the LockSmart Tuesday, a keyless, app-controlled, Bluetooth padlock. Check out this article from TechHive.com

6 Reasons You Need to Be Using a Custom ROM

Stock Android has come a long way over the years, and the Nexus program has replaced custom ROMs as the fastest way to experience the latest version. Other manufacturers may still make various tweaks to the software, but the experience isn’t as bogged down as it used to be. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

12 Tips to Take Better Notes with Microsoft OneNote

And young Kyle Madinger proves this for Microsoft’s note taking tool with his success story from Canada. In OneNote Hero: A Student Success Story, he is the hero who goes from struggling homeschooler to classroom success. Every Frodo needs a Sam. Any hero needs a dependable companion. In his case, Microsoft OneNote gave him the space to develop his motor skills. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

How to Migrate from Evernote to OneNote, and Why You Should

eard good things about Microsoft OneNote, but feel like you’re in too deep with Evernote to make the switch? Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

How to Get Your Resume Past the Applicant Tracking System

Nine out of every ten large companies now use “robots” (Applicant Tracking Systems) to screen your resume. Knowing how to bypass their judgmental algorithms is becoming a necessary tool in your job-searching arsenal. Get some tips from this article on MakeUseOf.com

Supercharge your Gmail with These 4 Google Drive Addons

Gmail is a ubiquitous and easy to use email service, but it’s not without its faults. Many people choose to supplement their Gmail experience by using apps like Boomerang, which can help you schedule emails for a future time. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

How To Diagnose and Repair Android Boot Problems

Is your Android device not booting up? It could be because of a hardware, software, or firmware error. This week, Kannon Yamada explains how to diagnose startup problems for unmodified Android devices, and how to fix them. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com