Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Sunscreen Tips For Summer: What SPF To Use, How Long Do Sunscreens Last, And More
Sunscreen is important to protect our skin from the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays. Here are the best sunscreen tips, including SPF levels, sunscreen effectiveness, safe sunscreen brands, and more.
No Google Pixel 3 Notch Confirmed By Android P Beta?
Android P leaks reveal that the operating system will offer refined gesture controls. More importantly, the leaked images may hint that there will be no Google Pixel 3 notch, contrary to previous reports.
Mars Rocks In Ancient Lakes May Hold Proof Of Life
Mars rocks found near the sites of ancient lakes may hold proof that microbes on Mars once existed. Researchers have mapped out a field guide for future Mars missions, showing where to look for the fossils.
Doctor Claims He Can Cure Diseases Through Sound Files
A homeopathic doctor who practices in the Bay Area is selling eRemedies, which are sound files that he claims can cure diseases such as diarrhea, Ebola, and malaria. The doctor is now in danger of losing his medical license.
Microsoft Rolls Out First Xbox 360 Update In Over 2 Years
Microsoft rolled out the first Xbox 360 system update in over two years. The Xbox One backward compatibility feature may have made most gamers forget about the Xbox 360, but Microsoft is not yet willing to let go.
Pornhub Launches Free VPN Service: VPNHub Won't Be Just For Porn
Pornhub launched VPNHub, a free VPN service that will not only hide visits to the infamous website. Using VPNs is becoming more important, especially with the pending death of net neutrality.
PlayStation Classic Edition Coming Soon? Sony Still Thinking About It
Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO John Kodera said that there are internal discussions about a PlayStation Classic Edition. While the PlayStation retro console was not confirmed, the door remains open for it to one day become reality.
Antidepressants Linked To Weight Gain And Obesity, With Some Drugs Worse Than Others
Researchers have found that they may be a link between taking antidepressants and the health issues of weight gain and obesity. Some drugs were also found to be worse than others, leading to a higher risk of gaining weight.
HTC U12 Plus, But No HTC U12? HTC Explains The Name
The HTC U12+ is a very powerful Android smartphone but with a confusing name because there is no regular HTC U12. HTC explained why it used that name for the device, and now it all makes sense.
'I Hate My Mom's Phone,' 2nd Grader Wrote In Heartbreaking Homework From School
'I hate my mom's phone,' wrote a second-grader in a homework from school that had students write about inventions that they did not like. The heartbreaking answer has gone viral, as smartphone addiction affects relationships between parents and their children.
Keep Ticks Away By Wearing Clothes Doused With Bug Spray Permethrin
Wearing clothes doused in the insecticide named permethrin was proven to be an effective way of protecting against ticks. The findings were published in a study by researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Apple Knew iPhone 6 Bending Issue Was Real: 'Bendgate' Still Alive
Apple apparently knew all about the iPhone 6 bending issue but kept saying that there were no engineering issues with the smartphone. The information, revealed from internal documents filed in court, brings the spotlight back to the Bendgate controversy.
Apple Self-Driving Car Project To Make Driverless Employee Shuttles With Volkswagen
The once ambitious Project Titan, Apple's efforts on self-driving car technology, has been relegated to driverless Volkswagen shuttles for employees. The partnership comes after Apple was rejected by BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
New NOAA Weather Satellite Suffers Cooling System Malfunction: How Will This Affect GOES-17?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is investigating a cooling system malfunction with the Advanced Baseline Imager of GOES-17. The issue is preventing the new NOAA weather satellite from taking infrared images for 12 hours each day.
'Battlefield V' Returns To World War II With Gameplay Based On Real-World Combat
Electronic Arts has officially unveiled 'Battlefield V,' which brings players back to World War II. How will developer DICE differentiate the game from other first-person shooters, and what are the preorder bonuses?
Sleeping In On Weekends May Help You Live Longer
Sleeping in on weekends may help you live longer, according to a new study. Getting nine hours of sleep during weekends will compensate for sleep deprivation during weekdays, preventing higher risk of death.
Apple Offers $50 Credit To Customers Who Paid For iPhone Battery Replacement in 2017
Apple is offering a $50 credit for customers who availed an iPhone battery replacement last year, but not everyone is eligible. Here is how you can get the $50 credit, which is related to the controversial iPhone throttling issue.
Sunscreen Capsules Do Not Provide Protection Against Sunburn, FDA Warns
Sunscreen capsules and pills do not protect your skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure such as sunburn and skin cancer, warned FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb. The FDA has sent warning letters to the companies behind the misleading products.
PlayStation 4 Life Cycle Enters Final Phase: Is The PlayStation 5 Coming Soon?
The PlayStation 4 life cycle is entering its final phase, according to Sony Interactive Entertainment President and CEO John Kodera. Does this mean that the PlayStation 5 release date is drawing closer?
Astronauts To Mars May Protect Themselves From Cosmic Radiation Effects Like Memory Loss By Taking Drug
Astronauts in deep space missions may suffer from memory loss due to their exposure to cosmic radiation. Scientists, however, have identified a drug that will prevent the astronauts from experiencing impaired memory functions.
Overwatch Anniversary Event 2018 Now Online: Here Are All The New Skins
The 'Overwatch' Anniversary Event 2018 is now online, offering players new skins, dance emotes, and a Deathmatch map. Out of the 11 new 'Overwatch' skins in this year's version of the event, which one is your favorite?
Apple Quietly Drops USB-C To Lightning Cable Price: What Does This Mean For This Year's iPhones?
Apple quietly reduced the price of its USB-C to Lightning Cable from $25 to $19. The price change might look insignificant, but it may have something to do with what Apple is planning for this year's new iPhones.
Fortnite Jetpacks Finally Available: Here's How They Work And When To Use Them
Jetpacks in 'Fortnite' are finally available, three months after the originally promised February launch date. Here's how to use the 'Fortnite' jetpacks as well as the best time to use them for both regular and skilled players.
Robots Growing Organs From Stem Cells: The New 'Secret Weapon' Against Disease
Scientists from the University of Washington developed a system that uses robots to grow human organs from stem cells. The automated process, which also tasks the robots to analyze the organoids, was described as the new 'secret weapon' against disease.
Apple To Unveil Siri Changes And New HomePod At WWDC, Siri Says
Siri is providing clues to what Apple has in store for this year's Worldwide Developers Conference, and all you have to do is ask. The digital assistant teases that WWDC 2018 will feature Siri improvements and a new Apple HomePod.
Woman Suffers Brain Damage From Cosmetic Surgery: Doctor Charged With Medical Malpractice, Again
A woman suffered permanent brain damage from a cosmetic surgery procedure that was performed in Georgia. The doctor behind the operation was charged with medical malpractice, but it appears that this is not her first case.
OnePlus 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S9: Does The 'Flagship Killer' Deliver?
The OnePlus 6 launch is finally here, with the Samsung Galaxy S9 tagged as its most high-profile rival among flagship Android smartphones. Does the 'flagship killer' deliver when compared to the Samsung device?
Apple HomePod Under Beats Brand With Cheaper $199 Price Tag In The Works?
A cheaper Apple HomePod is reportedly on the way, with a price tag of $199 compared to $349 for the current version. The new device will also allegedly be released under the Beats brand.
3D Headphones Start-Up Ossic Shuts Down After Raising Almost $6 Million: New Entry In List Of Crowdfunding Failures
The Ossic X 3D audio headphones will no longer be released after start-up Ossic said that it was shutting down. The closure of Ossic comes despite raising nearly $6 million from crowdfunding initiatives.
Artificial Intelligence May Help Prevent Thousands Of Cancer Deaths Per Year By 2033: UK PM Pledges Funding
Artificial intelligence may help prevent 22,000 cancer deaths every year starting 2033 through early diagnosis of the disease. UK Prime Minister Theresa May pledged millions of British pounds in government funding to help in the development of the AI technology.
