Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Toshiba Recalls More Than 100,000 Laptop Battery Packs Following Reports Of Overheating, Melting
Toshiba, through the Consumer Product Safety Commission, has issued a recall order for over 100,000 laptop battery packs. The battery packs carry the risk of overheating and melting, though there have been no injuries reported related to the defect.
The Tesla Model 3 Is Here: Baseline Price Tag Of $35K, 0 to 60 MPH In 6 Seconds, 215 Miles On A Single Charge
Elon Musk unveiled the Tesla Model 3 with the $35,000 electric vehicle boasting a driving range of 215 miles. It might be too early to say that the Model 3 will be a hit, but it is certainly looking that way.
Michigan Woman Trades Dr. Pepper Twitter Handle For 41,000 Bottles Of Water: Why?
Diana Hussein from Dearborn, Michigan created the Twitter handle @DietDrPepper back in 2009. She has now traded the Twitter handle to the Dr. Pepper Snapple Group for 41,000 bottles of water, which are not meant for her.
FBI Agrees To Help Unlock iPhone 6, iPod That Might Hold Evidence In Arkansas Murder Trial
The FBI has agreed to assist prosecutors in unlocking an iPhone 6 and an iPod that could contain evidence related to a murder case in Arkansas. It is not determined, however, if the FBI would use the same method to unlock the iPhone used by Syed Farook in the San Bernardino shooting.
Windows 10 Anniversary Update Coming This Summer: Biometric Security, Ink Center And Other Things To Expect
Microsoft has unveiled the Windows 10 Anniversary Update in Build 2016. The update, which will launch this summer, will further sharpen the operating system through a variety of improvements and new features.
T-Mobile iPhone Promo: Buy iPhone SE, iPhone 6s/6s Plus Or Other Models And Get Second Unit For Half The Price
T-Mobile only recently started taking preorders for Apple's iPhone SE, but the new 4-inch iPhone is now already a part of a wider iPhone promotional offer. Through the deal, customers can get a second iPhone for half the price.
Tornadoes Hit Oklahoma, At least 9 People Injured
At least nine people were injured by tornadoes that hit Tulsa, Oklahoma on the evening of March 30. Images and videos of the tornadoes have surfaced on social media, along with the damage that they have left behind.
Boeing To Cut As Much As 8,000 Jobs In Washington
Boeing CEO Ray Conner said last month that the company could be cutting 4,000 jobs by June. However, an internal document reveals that layoffs could be twice that number.
Waze Now Reminds You If You're Driving Over The Speed Limit
A new feature in Waze will inform drivers if they have reached or exceeded speed limits. A visual alert will be displayed on the app's speedometer and a sound alert will be played, signaling users to slow down.
Razer Ripsaw Capture Card Makes Livestreaming Games On Twitch, YouTube As Easy As 1-2-3
Razer's Ripsaw game capture card looks to make it much easier for both new and old streamers to broadcast their gameplay. The Ripsaw is now being sold for $179 through the company's online store.
FBI Withdraws Case Against Apple, But Is The Encryption War Over?
The FBI dropped its case against Apple, as it was able to access the contents of the iPhone used by one of the shooters in the San Bernardino incident without the company's help. Is the war on encryption between tech companies and law enforcers over, or is it merely beginning?
Nintendo's First Smartphone Game 'Miitomo' Arrives March 31: How To Pre-Register And Everything You Need To Know
Nintendo is releasing its first smartphone game, 'Miitomo,' in the United States on March 31. What is the app all about, and how can users benefit by preregistering for it?
What To Expect From Microsoft Build 2016: HoloLens, Windows 10, Windows Phone And More
Microsoft is all set to launch its annual Build Developer Conference. The HoloLens augmented reality device is expected to be the focus of Build 2016, with Windows 10 still to have a large presence because of its upcoming update.
Sony Plans To Sell More Powerful Version Of PS4 For Higher-End Gaming Experience Including VR: Report
Sony will soon launch a more powerful version of the PlayStation 4, according to sources. The new console, which would be capable of higher-end gaming experiences such as virtual reality, is expected to be announced within the year.
You Can Now Preorder BQ Aquaris M10, World's First Ubuntu Linux Tablet
Earlier in the year, an Ubuntu Linux tablet was said to be in the works. The tablet, an Ubuntu-powered version of the BQ Aquaris M10, is now up for preorder, with two different models that will begin shipping out in the second week of April.
Yahoo Sets April 11 Deadline For Preliminary Bids For Its Core Business, Asian Assets
Yahoo has set an April 11 deadline for prospective buyers of its core Web business to send in their preliminary bids. The date would allow for a deal to be potentially closed by June or July.
NTT Data To Acquire Dell IT Services For $3 Billion: What's In It For The Japanese Company?
NTT Data has closed the deal to acquire Dell Services for $3.06 billion. The transaction boosts NTT Data's global presence in the IT services market while widening its business in North America.
Engineers Smash Fiber Optic Data Transmission Record With 57 Gbps Transfer Using New Laser
A team of researchers from the University of Illinois have set a new record for data transmission speed at 57 Gbps. The record was achieved through fiber optic cables and a special laser.
Instagram Users Are Flipping Out With 'Turn On Notifications' Posts, But Instagram Is Not Yet Changing Your Feed
Instagram is being flooded with "turn on notifications" posts as accounts prepare for the planned change on how user feeds work for the service. Some posts say that the changes are coming as soon as tomorrow, which is untrue, according to Instagram.
Average Snapchat User Spends 25-30 Minutes Per Day, 60 Percent Create New Content
The average Snapchat user spends 25 minutes to 30 minutes daily on the service. The figure is a surprising one, considering that the app's core is as an ephemeral messaging service with snaps that last only a few seconds.
Samsung, Yamaha Smart Windshield Will Keep Your Hands On The Handlebar
Samsung and Yamaha have collaborated to develop the Smart Windshield, which adds a smartphone-connected display to motorcycles. The technology is able to display notifications and is meant to be completely hands-free.
California Poised To Up Minimum Wage To $15 Per Hour
A tentative deal has been reached to increase the minimum wage in California to $15 per hour. The increase will occur gradually, with the rate to be reached by 2022.
After Watching 'Batman v Superman,' Everyone's Asking Who Is Darkseid
Darkseid will be playing a major role in the DC Cinematic Universe, as his involvement has been teased in 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice'. Who is this powerful being and what is he capable of?
Apple Watch Gallery Will Now Allow You To Mix And Match Cases, Bands And Faces
Apple has updated the Apple Watch gallery to allow users to mix and match different components. The gallery will make it easier for customers to choose the perfect Apple Watch for them, but there is a major flaw.
New FAA Report Reveals Hundreds Of Drone Incidents Near US Airports
A new report by the Federal Aviation Administration revealed that drones are becoming a much bigger problem. Over a six-month period, a total of 582 incidents were recorded that saw drones enter restricted airspace.
You Can Now Experience Star Trek's Holodeck Via SteamVR
The 'Star Trek' franchise envisioned a virtual reality room named the Holodeck. With the HTC Vive and a custom background, users can now experience the Holodeck on SteamVR.
Amazon Reveals How To Make Your Own Alexa-Powered Echo Using Raspberry Pi
Amazon has released a guide that teaches users how to make their own Alexa-powered Echo using the Raspberry Pi. The end product of the project is a viable, low-cost alternative to the Echo, but with one major catch.
Spoiler-Free 'Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice' Review: You Want 'The Greatest Gladiator Match'? You'll Get It
'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' has not been receiving good reviews from critics. However, the movie promised 'the greatest gladiator match in the history of the world,' and that is what it delivers.
Valve Releases Steam Controller CAD Files So You Can Mod: Here's What To Know If You Plan To Sell Them
Valve has released the CAD files for the Steam Controller, which would allow users to design accessories and variations of the device. Users can even sell the custom Steam Controllers that they create.
Snapchat Snags Bitstrips For $100 Million: Here's What The App Can Do
An exclusive report revealed that Snapchat has acquired Bitstrips in a deal valued at about $100 million. What is Bitstrips, and what will it bring to the messaging service?
