Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2016: Here Are All The Xbox One, Xbox 360 Titles That Will Receive Discounts
The annual Ultimate Game Sale will launch on July 5 and will offer Xbox One and Xbox 360 owners discounts of up to 60 percent. Here are all the games for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 included in this year's edition of the promotion.
Disney Looking To Acquire 33 Percent Of MLB Advanced Media Streaming Unit: The Reason Behind The Deal
Disney is close to a deal to acquire a 33 percent stake in the video streaming division of Major League Baseball Advanced Media. Why would Disney be interested in purchasing a stake in the MLB unit?
Lizard Squad DDoS Attacks Escalate: From Video Game Networks To Online Banks, Government Websites
The Lizard Squad, known for launching DDoS attacks on video game networks, is now targeting online banks and websites of government departments. The hacking group is utilizing the LizardStresser tool, in conjunction with compromised CCTVs and webcams.
Walmart Pay Now Available In 33 States: Should Apple Pay, Android Pay Start To Worry?
After several recent rollouts and launches in 14 more states, Walmart Pay is now available in 33 states and Washington, DC. Should other mobile payment systems such as Apple Pay, Android Pay and Samsung Pay begin to worry?
Attention iOS 10 Beta Testers: Apple Unveils Animated Emojis For iMessage
Beginning with iOS 10, developers will be able to use the new Messages API to create animated emojis for iMessage. Apple has released four sticker packs that iOS 10 beta testers can now try out.
Sony To 'Defocus' Smartphone Business In US And China: Does It Matter?
Sony announced in its investor day that it will be defocusing its smartphone business in the United States, China, India and Brazil. However, did the company have any focus in the United States to begin with?
Verizon Brings Back $300 Smartphone Trade-In Offer: How Does It Work?
Verizon has brought back its national trade-in event, offering customers up to $300 for their old smartphones. New customers, existing subscribers and switching users can apply the value toward a new device.
Hacker From Chicago Pleads Guilty To 'Celebgate' Nude Photo Phishing Scheme
A man from Chicago has pleaded guilty to a phishing scheme linked to the 'Celebgate' scandal of 2014. The incident saw the leak of nude photos of several celebrities such as Kate Upton, Jennifer Lawrence, Brie Larson and Olivia Munn.
Blizzard Has A Job Opening For New 'Diablo' Project Director: 'Diablo IV' In The Works?
Blizzard has posted a job opening for a game director who will lead the 'Diablo' series into the future. Could this be a hint that development on 'Diablo IV' will soon be underway?
Neon, Argon And Mercury: These Are The Code Names For BlackBerry's Next 3 Devices
According to reports, the next three BlackBerry smartphones are code-named Neon, Argon and Mercury. Of the three, only the Mercury will have the brand's iconic physical QWERTY keyboard.
BMW Teaming Up With Intel, Mobileye For An Open Platform For Self-Driving Cars by 2021
BMW, Intel and Mobileye have teamed up for the development of self-driving car technology that will be used for BMW's iNext autonomous electric vehicle. The iNext is slated for a 2021 release.
Android N Is Now Officially Android Nougat: What To Expect Once It Launches
Android N is now Android 7.0 Nougat, continuing the tradition of naming Google's mobile operating system after sweet treats. It is expected to launch in the fall with new features such as VR mode and Doze on the Go.
Apple Is Thinking About Buying Jay Z's Tidal Music Streaming Service Amid Spotify Tension
Apple is said to be in talks with Tidal to purchase the music streaming service, which is owned by rap mogul Jay Z. Purchasing Tidal would provide Apple Music with more firepower as it competes in the cutthroat music streaming industry.
'Pokémon Go' Beta Closes: Here's What Testers Had To Say About The Game
The field test for augmented reality game 'Pokémon Go' ended on June 30. Here is what a variety of testers had to say about the highly anticipated game, which will be released this month for the iOS and Android.
Tesla Model S Driver Killed In Crash While On Autopilot Mode: First Self-Driving Car Fatality
The NHTSA launched an investigation into the Autopilot system of Tesla Motors, as a Model S driver was killed in an accident while the feature was activated. The incident is the first death related to a self-driving car.
'BioShock: The Collection' Leaked Again Directly From 2K Games Right Before Official Announcement
Information regarding 'BioShock: The Collection' once again leaked, this time directly from the official 2K Games website. The company then finally made the official announcement for the upcoming set.
VLC Media Player App Is Finally Available For Windows 10, Xbox One Version Coming Soon
The Universal Windows 10 app for VLC is now available for download in the Windows Store. The software will have most of the features available in the iOS and Android versions, including the capability to play back almost any file format.
Multiplayer 'Friday The 13th: The Game' Could Still Be Getting A Single Player Mode
The Kickstarter campaign for 'Friday The 13th: The Game' did not reach the stretch goal of unlocking a single player mode. According to the title's co-creator though, the feature could still come to the game in the future.
Grab An Unlocked Dual SIM Galaxy S7 Edge For Only $590 In This eBay Offer
An eBay listing is selling the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Duos for only $589.99. The units being offered are brand new ones, and are powered by Samsung's proprietary Exynos 8890 chipset.
HTC Establishes Vive Subsidiary, Helps Form $10B Investment Group: All For The Future Of Virtual Reality
HTC has established the HTC Vive Tech Corporation unit and helped form the Virtual Reality Venture Capital Alliance. These moves were made for the future of the burgeoning virtual reality industry.
Apple Under Investigation In South Korea: What Did It Do This Time?
South Korea's Fair Trade Commission announced that it is investigating Apple on certain matters. While the FTC's chairman did not disclose further details, rumors say that the investigation hinges on the contracts that Apple signed with the country's carriers.
Twitter Is Also Getting Into the VR, AR Game: Former Apple Designer To Lead The Charge
Twitter is now also getting into the virtual reality and augmented reality industries. To lead the charge, the company has hired former Apple designer Alessandro Sabatelli to become Twitter's Director of VR and AR.
Smart Billboards In Japan Can Show Ads Based On Car Models Passing By
Upcoming smart billboards in Japan will be able to display advertisements depending on the makes and models of the vehicles that are passing by. The system that will power the billboards utilizes a combination of deep learning and big data.
The iPhone 7 Will Have A Force Touch Home Button, Rumors Say: What Does That Mean?
According to a new report, the iPhone 7 will have a Force Touch home button. What exactly does that mean, and what is Apple thinking in making such a change?
'System Shock' Remake Now Up On Kickstarter, Targets To Raise $900,000
Night Dive Studios has launched a Kickstarter page for the remake of legendary PC shooter 'System Shock.' The remake, which will be a modern take on the 1994 classic, already has a playable demo available.
HTC Could Be Spinning Off Its VR Business: How Will That Help The Vive?
HTC earlier denied rumors that it is spinning off its virtual reality business. New statements made by a company executive, however, have revived speculations that HTC will create a new unit that would handle the Vive VR headset.
US-Bound Tourists, Heads Up: Your Social Media Accounts Will Be Inspected
Tourists entering the United States under the Visa Waiver Program may soon be asked to reveal their social media identifiers. The proposal looks to provide further protection against terrorist activities.
Google Introduces Project Bloks: Toys That Will Teach Kids How To Code
Google developed Project Bloks as a platform to teach children the fundamentals of coding at an early age. The system is made up of three elements, namely pucks, Base Boards and the Raspberry Pi Zero-based Brain Board.
Sorry Xbox Fitness Fans: Microsoft To Shut Down Service Next Year
Microsoft announced that it will begin to scale back support for Xbox Fitness, which provides users with in-home workout routines. The service and all its associated content will be shut down on July 1, 2017.
Facebook Unveils New Featured Events Lists In 10 Cities: Chosen By Humans, Not Computers
Facebook introduced a new Featured Events section that will highlight upcoming events in a city. What would set the list apart is that it will be curated by actual humans, not algorithms.
