Articles by Aaron Mamiit
NASA Probe To Study The Heliosphere, The Magnetic Bubble Protecting The Solar System
A new NASA probe named the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe will study the boundary of the heliosphere, which is the magnetic bubble protecting the solar system from cosmic radiation. IMAP is expected to launch by 2024.
Apple Music Web Player Now Allows Subscribers To Log In And Play Full Songs
The Apple Music web player generated by widgets provided by the service was recently upgraded to allow subscribers to sign in and playback full songs and albums. Does this mean that a dedicated Apple Music web client is coming soon?
Apple Watch Distracted Driving Case: Woman Found Guilty For Checking Time
A woman failed to move her vehicle when the light turned green because she was checking the time on her Apple Watch. Despite her arguments, she was found guilty of distracted driving.
Asteroid Crashes Into Earth Atmosphere Just Hours After It Was Discovered
An asteroid crashed into the Earth's atmosphere over Africa just hours after it was first spotted. Should there be concerns that a bigger, more destructive asteroid will impact the planet without being detected?
Intermittent Fasting Benefits May Also Include Healthier Blood Pressure, On Top Of Weight Loss
Intermittent fasting is a type of diet that is surging in popularity because it allows people to eat whatever they want. According to a new study, other benefits on top of weight loss include improved blood pressure and insulin sensitivity.
'Pokémon Quest' Tips And Tricks: How To Make Quick Progress In The Free Nintendo Switch Game
In "Pokémon Quest," players split their time between building their base camp to attract new Pokémon and exploring Tumblecube Island to gather resources. Here are some tips and tricks for the Nintendo Switch's free-to-play game.
Bungie Receives $100 Million From China's NetEase To Make New Game: Are 'Destiny 2' Players Affected?
A new Bungie game in the works is part of a $100 million investment into the developer by China-based NetEase. The announcement of the partnership, however, might have caught the attention of some 'Destiny 2' players.
Apple Secret Lab In Oregon Starts Working On Mac Processors To Replace Intel Chips
Apple has quietly opened a secret laboratory in Oregon, where work has started on custom Mac processors to replace Intel chips. The initiative, named Project Kalamata, is expected to begin by 2020.
You Should Never Sleep With Makeup On: This Woman Almost Lost Her Eyesight
A 50-year-old woman from Australia almost lost her eyesight due to fragments of mascara that built up beneath her eyelid. She is now looking to raise awareness on the dangers of sleeping with makeup on.
Artificial Iris Implant Approved By FDA, But Not Everyone Can Change Eye Color
The Food and Drug Administration approved the CustomFlex Artificial Iris, the first artificial iris implant in the United States. The implant will benefit patients with missing or damaged irises due to aniridia, traumatic injury, albinism, and melanoma.
Apple Blocks Telegram Updates Worldwide After Messaging App Banned In Russia
Apple has blocked the iOS updates for Telegram since mid-April, when the messaging service was banned in Russia. The app only has issues with the Russian government, but Apple is preventing the Telegram updates across the world.
Fortnite For Nintendo Switch Will Be Unveiled At E3 2018, Leaked Document Shows
Epic Games will soon launch 'Fortnite' for Nintendo Switch, according to a leaked E3 2018 document. Other leaked new Nintendo Switch games include 'Paladins,' 'Dragon Ball FighterZ,' 'Overcooked 2,' and 'Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate.'
Ubisoft Confirms 'Assassin's Creed: Odyssey,' Set In Ancient Greece
Ubisoft confirmed 'Assassin's Creed: Odyssey' as the next entry in the series. The game, which will be a sequel to 'Assassin's Creed: Origins,' will be set in ancient Greece and featured at the upcoming E3 2018.
Earth Looks Amazing In Pictures Taken By New NOAA Weather Satellite
The Earth looks amazing in pictures taken from space by GOES-17, which was launched by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on March 1. The weather satellite was able to take the stunning images despite a cooling system malfunction.
'Jurassic World Alive' Is The Dinosaur Version Of 'Pokémon GO'
'Jurassic World Alive,' described as 'Pokémon GO' with dinosaurs, is now available for iOS and Android. Players will be able to collect DNA from augmented reality dinosaurs and create hybrid dinosaurs to battle with other players.
Free PlayStation Plus Games For June 2018: 'XCOM 2' And 'Trials Fusion' For PlayStation 4
Sony unveiled the free games that PlayStation Plus subscribers can download for June 2018. For PlayStation 4 owners, the free PS Plus games will be turn-based strategy game 'XCOM 2' and platform racing game 'Trials Fusion.'
Life Returned To Dinosaur-Killer Asteroid Crater In Just Years
Scientists discovered that it only took several years for life to return to the crater left behind by the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs. The researchers found signs of life in sediment cores extracted from the Chicxulub crater.
Valve Removes Controversial Game 'Active Shooter' From Steam, But For The Wrong Reason
Valve finally removed controversial school shooting simulator 'Active Shooter' from Steam. Valve, however, appears to have made the move for the wrong reason, signaling a wider issue with the digital distribution platform.
Google Assistant Learned How To Fire A Gun: Should You Be Scared?
An artist taught Google Assistant how to fire a gun, for his latest piece. The contraption raises questions on the ethics and safety of artificial intelligence, especially on how it interacts with humans.
Free Xbox Games With Gold For June 2018: 'Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia' And 'Smite' Gold Bundle Worth $99
Microsoft unveiled the free Xbox Games with Gold for June 2018. The free Xbox One games are 'Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia' and the 'Smite' Gold Bundle, a version of the free-to-play MOBA that is worth $99.
Intellivision Console Revived, Renews Retro Video Games Rivalry With Atari
A new Intellivision console is in development, setting up a modern-age rivalry with Atari and the upcoming Atari VCS. The new retro console will launch with 10 games and an emulator, with full details to be revealed on Oct. 1.
UFO Crash In China Explained: It Really Did Come From Space
A crashed UFO was found in a forest in China by a pair of power plant employees while on their way to work. The discovery prompted an immediate investigation, determining that the mysterious metallic object really did come from space.
Sony Days Of Play Sale Returns With Limited Edition Blue PlayStation 4 And Game Discounts
Sony announced the return of the Days of Play sale on June 8, in celebration of E3 2018. The sale will feature a limited edition blue PlayStation 4 and discounts to various PlayStation 4 hardware and software.
Fossilized Skull Of Half Mammal, Half Reptile May Rewrite History
Scientists found a fossilized skull of a reptile-like mammal underneath the foot of a dinosaur fossil in Utah. The discovery may rewrite ancient history, due to its implications on theories surrounding the supercontinent Pangaea.
Apple To Launch Triple-Lens Camera For iPhone In 2019, Analyst Says
Apple will launch a triple-lens camera iPhone next year, according to Deutsche Securities analyst Jialin Lu. Apple will further support augmented reality with the feature, which will be copied from the popular Huawei P20 Pro.
PUBG Corp. Sues Epic Games Over 'PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' And 'Fortnite' Similarities: Why Just Now?
PUBG. Corp finally sued Epic Games, following the feud that started in September 2017 over similarities between 'PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' and 'Fortnite.' Gamers, however, are questioning the timing and validity of the copyright infringement lawsuit.
Time Travel Is Possible: Scientists Have Already Built A Time Machine, Actually
Time travel is already possible, and in fact, a time machine has already been built. There are no plutonium-powered DeLorean zooming through time though, and it may take a while before scientists are able to unlock time travel like that.
Google Pixel 3 Leak Finally Settles The Notch Rumors
There have been contradicting Google Pixel 3 rumors on whether or not the smartphone will have a notch on its display. The latest Pixel 3 leak, however, may finally shed light on the confusion.
France Made 1 Million Smokers Quit In 2017
The government of France helped 1 million smokers quit the life-threatening habit in 2017. The significant decline in smokers was attributed to a national anti-smoking campaign that included reimbursements for people moving to tobacco substitutes and cigarette price increases.
Active Shooter, A School Shooting Video Game, Faces Backlash For Obvious Reasons
'Active Shooter' functions as a school shooting simulator, drawing immense controversy after the series of school shootings this year. The game, which is facing massive backlash, is set to launch on Steam on June 6.
