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Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.

Stories by Shannon - Page 391

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Sssh... I have a Secret

Wed, 14th May 2014
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Secret, the latest viral app, lets users post anonymous thoughts without judgement. Created by ex-Google and Square employees, it promises true anonymity.
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iOS Review: Domino's Pizza

Wed, 14th May 2014
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A switch from Hell Pizza, our journalist explores the Domino's Pizza iOS app, praising its extensive menu, ease of navigation, and real-time order tracking.
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Tinder - is it all it's cracked up to be?

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Tinder's allure tested: Does it charm or disappoint in the digital dating scene? Insights reveal mixed experiences.
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In the spotlight: Spotify

Mon, 12th May 2014
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The best thing about Spotify is simply how easy it is to use and how easy it is to get your favourite music, new or old, right on your device.
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DVD review: Gravity

Wed, 7th May 2014
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Gravity dazzles in a way few films can, with Bullock's stellar performance ensuring you're glued to the screen. A must-watch, 4.5/5.
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Film review: Divergent

Wed, 7th May 2014
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The thing I don't understand about these dystopian stories are why the leaders of the new societies are always these crazed luncatics.
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iOS review: Match Dots

Tue, 6th May 2014
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Match Dots iOS game enchants with bright visuals and strategic play, making dot-matching unexpectedly addictive despite an easy start.
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Taking a look at doomed app downloads...

Mon, 5th May 2014
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Exploring doomed apps: From Instapaper's forgotten reads to seldom-used weather forecasts, a dive into apps that promise much but deliver little.
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Film Review: Veronica Mars

Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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The film is pretty much a really long Veronica Mars episode. And that isn't necessarily a bad thing. I enjoyed it.
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iOS Review: 2048

Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
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The iOS 2048 puzzle game delights with its addictive play, combining numbers to reach the titular tile, now enhanced with an update.
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A lesson in social Networking 101

Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Discovering the digital divide between generations, as a journalist explores the nuances of social networking from Facebook to LinkedIn.
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Let's talk about your Facebook Addiction crisis...

Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Do you check Facebook every morning like the morning paper? Do you cry if your friend list gets smaller without you knowing?.
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iOS Review: QuizUp

Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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With over 365 topics from history, TV shows, sports, music, and new topics being added all the time, you'll be entertained and challenged for hours at a time.
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Digital dating - The next step...

Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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We got to talking about how internet dating isn't so much an issue as it once was, and it got me to thinking about where dating was headed.
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So I swapped to 2degrees...

Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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A TechDay writer's experience with 2degrees: So I recently made the big mistake of switching from Vodafone to 2degrees.
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Ios Review: CreamCam

Sat, 19th Apr 2014
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CreamCam: The app that claims to enhance your self portraits falls flat in delivering natural-looking results.
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iOS review: White Tile

Thu, 17th Apr 2014
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White Tile, a deceptively simple iOS game, hooks players with its addictive blend of speed and precision. Perfect for testing reflexes!.
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I hate you, you hate me....

Wed, 16th Apr 2014
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There's a fun new tool you can use to find out if you and a Facebook friend mutually hate each other. Amazing.
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We never talk anymore..

Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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My big problem with phone calls these days is that you have to drop whatever you are doing in order to talk to the person calling you. It's rather rude, really.
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Looking into it: iPhoto and iMovie on your iPhone

Mon, 14th Apr 2014
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iPhoto and iMovie now free on iOS, turning your iPhone into a creative powerhouse with seamless iCloud integration. Edit with ease on the go!.