Articles by Aaron Mamiit
iPad Pro Allows Accessory Firmware Update Through Smart Connector
The second beta version of iOS 9.3 will allow for firmware updates to be pushed out to iPad Pro accessories through the Smart Connector. A user reported that his Logitech Create keyboard case updated through the feature.
New 'Dark Souls 3' Screenshots Showcase A Dark World And New Game Characters
Bandai Namco has released new screenshots for the upcoming role-playing game 'Dark Souls 3.' Among the screenshots are the boss Iudex Gundyr and the starting location known as the Firelink Shrine.
As PayPal And eBay Report Earnings, Shares Head In Opposite Directions
PayPal and eBay separated in July 2015, and it seems that their fortunes are also headed in opposite directions. While PayPal's shares increased by 6 percent after reporting earnings, those of eBay dropped by 12 percent.
Users Report Windows 10 Mobile Insider Preview Rogue Data Plan Usage
Windows Insiders have reported rogue data usage of Windows 10 Mobile devices, which consume hundreds of MB daily. The data drain occurs even when the smartphone is connected to a Wi-Fi network, but here's a possible solution to the problem.
LG G4 Bootloop Problem: LG Admits Faulty Hardware, Promises To Fix Affected Devices
A petition to have LG acknowledge a widespread bootloop issue for the LG G4 succeeded, with the company also promising to repair the affected devices. LG said that the problem was casued by loose contact between internal components.
Toyota Still King Of Automotive World, Only Company To Sell More Than 10 Million Vehicles In 2015
Toyota has retained its spot as the top-selling automobile manufacturer in the world for the fourth straight year. The company beat Volkswagen and General Motors for the crown, with sales of 10.15 million vehicles in 2015.
Future Xbox One Update Will Let You Move Your Pins Around
An update coming to the Xbox One will allow gamers to move their pinned games and apps on the home menu. The update that includes the feature will arrive in a few weeks.
Apple iPhone Sales Lower Than Expected But Tim Cook Is Looking At The Long Game
Apple forecasted that it will experience its first sales decline since 2003 in the current second quarter of its financial year. However, CEO Tim Cook and the company remain confident in the long-term potential of markets such as China and India.
Apple Rolls Out tvOS 9.1.1, Brings Podcasts App To New Apple TV
Apple has released tvOS 9.1.1, which can be considered a minor update for the Apple TV. The update, however, adds the Podcasts app into the new Apple TV, a feature which was initially slated to come with tvOS 9.2.
Microsoft Word Flow Keyboard For iOS Will Feature One-Handed Mode And This Is How It Looks Like
Microsoft will be pushing out its Word Flow keyboard, once exclusive for Windows 10 Mobile, to iOS devices. The keyboard will include a special one-handed mode that is different from that of the version for Windows smartphones.
A Year Of Mythical Pokémon: Here's A Complete List Of Special Pokémons And When You Can Download Them
In line with 'Pokémon's' 20th anniversary, gamers will be able to download one mythical Pokémon per month over the year. The special distribution will begin next month with Mew, who will be offered in GameStop stores from Feb. 1 to Feb. 24.
Twitter VIP Users Enjoy An Almost Ad-Free Twitterverse: Report
A Re/code report revealed that a handful of users were shown a reduced number of advertisements, and for some none at all, while they use Twitter. What is the reason behind such a move by Twitter?
'Mortal Kombat X' Triborg Comes With A Secret Fourth Cyborg Ninja: Gamers, Meet Cyber Sub-Zero
Four characters will be coming to "Mortal Kombat X" through the Kombat Pack 2 DLC, one of which is Triborg. Previously described as the combination of Cyrax, Sektor and Smoke, Triborg will also apparently feature Cyber Sub-Zero as one of its variations.
Forget Solving The Rubik's Cube, This Robot Can Do It In One Second
The world record for a human to solve the Rubik's Cube is 4.904 seconds, while the machine record is 3.253 seconds. A robot, however, is looking to smash those times as it can solve the puzzle in just over a second.
Video Goes Viral: Shaquille O'Neal Shocks Kids Playing Basketball, Comes As Backup For Florida Police
Gainesville police officer Bobby White started the #HoopsNotCrime hashtag, that is why when he responded to a complaint about a group of kids being too loud, he did not scold them, instead he joined in their basketball game. White even brought a 7-foot backup.
East Coast Tries To Recover After Massive Blizzard: New York Lifts Travel Ban, Washington Government Offices Closed Monday
The east coast of the United States is now trying to recover from the massive blizzard that passed through over the weekend. Despite the storm ending, people are still advised to take caution when going outside.
Images Of Camouflaged LG G5 Prototype Appear In The Wild
Images that allegedly show the LG G5 in a dummy box have surfaced. While it is difficult to say for sure that this is the LG G5, the pictures seemingly confirm a USB Type-C connector and a fingerprint sensor for the smartphone.
Twitter Restructuring Its Nest: Top Product Execs Out, New Board Members In
Twitter is undergoing a major restructure as top product executives are leaving and new board members are set to start. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, who laid off 336 employees when he returned, is apparently not yet done.
Yahoo Reportedly Rebuffed Potential Buyers Of Its Core Internet Business
According to sources, Yahoo has brushed off several possible buyers of its core Internet business. However, investors are pressuring the company to agree to the sale, as opposed to a spinoff of the assets.
Tor Crowdfunding Campaign Raises $205,874
The Tor Project's first ever crowdfunding campaign raised a total of $205,874 from 5,265 donors over a period of six weeks. The anonymity network is looking to diversify its funding sources, with most of its revenue coming from government grants.
Apple Hires Virtual Reality Expert Doug Bowman
Apple has hired virtual reality and augmented reality expert Doug Bowman, which shows that the company could be starting to take the field more seriously. The hiring and a string of acquisitions could mean that the company will be making a push into the industry soon.
Winter Storm Jonas 2016 Hits East Coast: How To Stay Safe In NYC, Boston, Washington DC
Almost a quarter of the population of the United States were covered by winter weather warnings, watches and advisories for the incoming Winter Storm Jonas. Here are a few tips on how to stay safe in the blizzard that could dump over 30 inches of snow over the weekend.
Google Paid Apple $1 Billion To Keep Its Search Bar On Your iPhone
A court proceedings transcript revealed that Google paid Apple $1 billion last year to keep the company's search bar on the iPhone. The transcript has now disappeared from electronic court records.
Leica X-U vs. Leica X Vario vs. Leica X2: Which Leica Camera Fits Your Style?
Leica has unveiled the Leica X-U, adding to the company's Leica X line. How does it compare to the Leica X Vario and the Leica X2, and which one should customers look to acquire?
4-Inch iPhone Allegedly Makes Its First Live Appearance In 40-Second Video Clip
A 40-second video clip allegedly contains the first look at Apple's upcoming 4-inch iPhone. The rumored device is expected to feature a metal body, Touch ID, an A8 processor and 1 GB of RAM.
Super Bowl 50: Ads Sneak Peeks Now Up On YouTube
Through YouTube's AdBlitz platform, advertisers are given the chance to upload Super Bowl advertisements early. Two brands, KFC and Wix.com, have already uploaded teasers for their spots on the annual event.
Ex-Mozilla CEO Launches Brave Browser That Wants To Stop Ads Chasing You Around The Internet
Brendan Eich, the co-founder of Mozilla, has launched the new Brave browser, which will block all advertisements and then replace them with its own. Brave will be able to offer a better deal to website publishers than what they are getting by eliminating the adtech middlemen.
FreedomPop Uses $50 Million New Funding To Accelerate Global Expansion, Launches New Global Hotspot And SIM
FreedomPop has raised $50 million in financing, which the company will use to fuel the growth of its service and launch the new Global HotSpot and SIM. With Global HotSpot, subscibers can access a free and seamless data connection across the United States and Europe.
'123456,' 'Password' Top List Of Worst Passwords Of 2015: Here Are Tips On How To Create Strong Passwords
Still on top of SplashData's annual Worst Passwords List are "123456" and "password." Internet users will have to do a better job in creating secure passwords, and here are a few tips on how to make them.
Apple, Samsung, Sony And Microsoft Under Fire For Allegedly Doing Business With Cobalt Mines That Employ Children
Amnesty International has reported that high-profile companies including Apple, Samsung, Sony and Microsoft are using cobalt sourced from mines that practice child labor. The companies, however, said they are fully against underage employment.
