Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Twitter Decides To Send TweetDeck For Windows To The Software Graveyard
Twitter announced that it will be ceasing support for the Windows version of the TweetDeck app on April 15. The move will allow the social network to focus its resources on further improvements for the Web version of the tool.
How To Upgrade To Windows 10 Mobile From Windows Phone 8.1
Microsoft has finally released Windows 10 Mobile to more devices in addition to the Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL. For Windows Phone 8.1 users, here's how to check if your device is compatible with the upgrade and how to install the new operating system.
Sony Slashes Xperia Z5 Compact Price By $100 On Amazon
The price of Sony's Xperia Z5 Compact is now down to $399.99 on Amazon after receiving another price cut. The smartphone, which was only released in the United States last month, packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset with 2 GB of RAM and a 23-megapipxel camera.
Twitter For Windows 10 Now Available On Mobile
Twitter has released the update for its Windows 10 universal app, revamping the user interface for Windows 10 Mobile. In addition to the new features for Twitter on Windows 10 Mobile, the company has also introduced the dark theme, which is a highly requested feature.
Apple Taps Cookie Monster For iPhone 6s Ad Highlighting 'Hey Siri' Hands-Free Control Feature
In the latest iPhone 6s advertisement for Siri's hands-free feature, Cookie Monster is shown using the digital assistant as he bakes cookies. Other personalities that starred in advertisements focusing on the feature include Bill Hader and Penelope Cruz.
Praevidi's Turris Is The World's First Virtual Reality Chair: Here's How It Will Make Your VR Experience Better
Praevidi's Turris is the first chair in the world designed specifically for using virtual reality technology. It features motion sensors and a powerful built-in PC, but it also has a steep price.
Google Scores Against AWS As Apple Stores Portion Of iCloud In Google Cloud Platform
Google landed Apple as a client for its Google Cloud Platform, with Apple moving parts of its iCloud away from Amazon Web Services. However, given the notorious insular nature of Apple, it might not be relying on other companies for the long term.
Go Back To The Future: The Nike HyperAdapt 1.0 Self-Lacing Shoes Now A Reality
Nike unveiled the one-of-a-kind self-lacing Nike Mag sneakers on Back To The Future Day last year. The futuristic shoes were apparently the debut of the company's adaptive lacing technology, which will be seen in the upcoming HyperAdapt 1.0.
Perfect For Galaxy S7/S7 Edge Owners: Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad On BOGO Promo Thru March 19
Customers that purchase the Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad from Samsung's official website will get a second one for free. The wireless Fast Charge feature of the accessory is compatible with the Galaxy Note 5, the Galaxy S6 edge+, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.
Tesla Model 3 Big Reveal In Los Angeles On March 31
Tesla Motors has sent out media invitations for the March 31 event wherein the Model 3 electric vehicle is expected to be unveiled. The vehicle will be the company's first mass market car, with a price tag of $35,000 before tax incentives.
The 2016 Razer Blade Specs Can Convince Anyone It's The Best Gaming Laptop You Can Buy Now
Razer has unveiled the 2016 Razer Blade, which is faster and cheaper compared to its predecessor. The gaming laptop is now up for preorder, with shipments to start on March 31.
'Star Wars: Battlefront' Heading To PlayStation VR
In the same event where the PlayStation VR was finally unveiled, Sony revealed that it has teamed up with Electronic Arts and Lucasfilm for 'Star Wars: Battlefront' to come to the virtual reality platform. Reactions to the announcement have been mixed, though most have been positive.
Apple Plans To Improve iCloud Encryption Amid Legal Tussle With FBI
As the legal battle between the FBI and Apple escalates, the smartphone company is said to be planning further improvements to iCloud security. Apple is looking to strike the perfect balance between security and convenience for its customers.
Pope Francis Will Reportedly Join Instagram On March 19 As @Franciscus
The tech-savvy Pope Francis is launching an Instagram account on March 19. It will be in addition to his Twitter account, which already has 8.87 million followers.
Comcast Brings Gigabit Internet To Atlanta: $70 A Month For Three Years Without Data Cap
Comcast is rolling out Gigabit Internet to Atlanta at a promotional price of $70 per month on a three-year contract. Customers can choose to avail the service without being tied to a contract, but there's a catch.
Hack A Chromebook And Google Will Give You $100K
Google is offering a bounty of $100,000 to anyone who can develop a persistent compromise of a Chromebook while in guest mode. The bounty is part of the Chrome Reward Program and is double the amount that was offered last year.
PiDrive 314GB HDD Is Western Digital's Answer To Raspberry Pi Users Storage Nightmare
Western Digital has unveiled the PiDrive 314GB HDD, a hard drive designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi microcomputer. The hard drive is currently being sold at a discounted price.
Here's How To Roll Back From Android N Developer Preview To Android Marshmallow
Google surprised Android N fans by launching the Android N Developer Preview program last week. For those that installed Android N Preview and are now looking to go back to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, here are the steps to follow.
Microsoft Store Still Accepts Bitcoin As Payment Option
A message on a Microsoft support website stated that the company is no longer accepting Bitcoins as payment for digital content. Microsoft has now apologized and said that the message is a false one.
Rocket League Will Be The First Cross-Network Game: Xbox vs. PlayStation Soon A Reality?
Microsoft announced that it is opening up cross-network play to developers, and 'Rocket League' will be the the first game to support the feature. Why did Microsoft finally open up the Xbox One and Xbox Live to the possibility?
Britain Opens Motorways For Driverless Car Testing In 2017
Finance minister George Osborne will soon announce the approval of self-driving car testing in the United Kingdom motorways starting next year. The move looks to invite investments from high-profile companies developing autonomous cars such as Google.
Thanks To AI: Cars Of The Future Will Not Allow You To Fall Asleep While Behind The Wheel
New artificial intelligence-powered systems are being developed to monitor the drivers of vehicles. Once drivers are detected to be sleepy or suffering from road rage, the systems will allow the vehicle to respond.
Cargo Ship In Port Of Los Angeles Leaks Unknown Amount Of Suspected Fuel
A cargo ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles leaked an unknown substance into the water. The amount of the substance, suspected to be fuel that was leaked has not yet been determined, but cleanup operations are now ongoing.
Xbox One Deals: Best Buy And GameStop Offer Free 'GTA V' When You Buy New Console
Gamers buying new Xbox One consoles can get a free copy of 'Grand Theft Auto V' if they buy from Best Buy or GameStop. The offer also comes with a Great White Shark Cash Card, which can be used in 'Grand Theft Auto Online.'
BMW M4 GTS Wows Autophiles At Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
After conquering the Nurburgring, the BMW M4 GTS turned heads at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. The vehicle packs a 3.0-liter M TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder in-line engine capable of pushing out 493 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque.
The Next 'Hearthstone' Expansion Is 'Whispers Of The Old Gods': 134 New Cards And Lots Of Tentacles
'Whispers of the Old Gods,' launching sometime in late April or early May, will add 134 new cards to 'Hearthstone.' Among the new cards are four powerful Old Gods cards, one of which players will receive for free.
The Ginormous 18.4-Inch Samsung Galaxy View Tablet Is Now Available On Verizon
Samsung's massive 18.4-inch Galaxy View tablet is now on Verizon, with the carrier offering three options to purchase the device. Verizon also highlighted different uses for the device, which was announced in October 2015.
Adobe Rolls Out Emergency Patch For Flash Player To Squish 23 Security Bugs
Adobe has launched an emergency update to fix 23 vulnerabilities in Flash. This further signals the end for the outdated software, as critical security issues continue to mount.
Moto X Pure Edition $100 Off At Motorola, Best Buy And Amazon
The Motorola Moto X Pure Edition is now being sold for only $299.99, from its previous price of $399.99. Customers that purchase the smartphone directly from Motorola can also use the Moto Maker feature to customize their devices.
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Excited About Amazon Echo And Here's Why
The Amazon Echo, which uses the virtual assistant Alexa, has a fan in Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. In an interview with CNBC, Wozniak praised the device while mentioning how he uses it in his home.
