Here’s what we expect Google to announce on September 29

There’s been so much rumor mongering about the next generation of Nexus phones this past month that it feels like Google’s already announced everything. The reality is that we still don’t know that much, but with the way the rumor mill is churning it looks like we’re in for an interesting, Nexus phone-filled year ahead. Here’s what we’re expecting from Google’s September 29 event.  Check this article from Greenbot.com

LG’s new Nexus 5X models appear in the FCC’s database

Google’s big September 29th media event is almost upon us. and thanks to the FCC, we’re learning a little more about a probable new Nexus phone, the Nexus 5X. More of this article from PCWorld.com

Twitch fires back at YouTube with video playlists, HTML5 playback, PS4 app

Last month, YouTube launched YouTube Gaming, a new livestreaming platform that goes head-to-head against Twitch, the biggest name in e-sports streaming. Twitch isn’t taking its newfound competition lying down, though: At this year’s TwitchCon, the company announced a whole host of improvements to its livestream viewing experience—and a new app for PlayStation users. Check this article from PCWorld.com

How to Give an Online Presentation from Anywhere

Giving an online presentation can be a tricky endeavor if you don’t have the right tools. Thankfully, there are lots of online tools available to help. Check out how on this article from MakeUseOf.com

5 Safe and Clean Places to Download Free Apps

Finding free software shouldn’t be hard, and it shouldn’t come with risk. Linux users are lucky: they have access to package managers full of clean software. Android and Windows users, not so much: there’s always a chance that any “free” app will be riddled with ads, or come with malware. Which is why open source software is nice: it’s developed by a community, not a company. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

Three (and possibly four) new Lumias appear headed for Microsoft’s October event

A report by AdDuplex due to be released Friday appears to confirm that Microsoft will release a third Lumia, the Lumia 550, at an event it is holding in New York City October 6. More of this article from PCWorld.com

How to Create a Perfect Environment for Productivity

How much work you get done depends on many factors. There’s your motivation, the amount of distractions you’re facing, and one you probably don’t even think of, the environment in which you’re working. You might think that the room where you’re sitting doesn’t matter, but it really does make a huge difference in how much you can get done. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com