Articles by Aaron Mamiit
The First Private Rocket Launch In China Reaches 127,000 Feet: Following The Footsteps Of SpaceX
OneSpace Technologies became the first among private space companies in China to launch a rocket, after the successful maiden flight of the OS-X. OneSpace is following the footsteps of SpaceX, which is behind the Falcon 9 rocket.
North Korea Hackers Use Android Apps With Malware To Harass Defectors
A North Korea hacking team used Google Play Store apps with malware to track, threaten, and blackmail people who escaped from the authoritarian country. The defectors were invited to download the seemingly innocent apps through Facebook.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Features Will Include Bixby 2.0 Instead Of In-Display Fingerprint Sensor
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, instead of the in-display fingerprint scanner, will debut Bixby 2.0. The digital assistant, however, fails to inspire the same excitement for the Galaxy Note 8 successor.
'Fortnite Mobile' Android Release Date Set For Summer: New Features On The Way Too
'Fortnite Mobile' will finally launch on Android this summer, but Epic Games did not provide a specific release date. The developer also revealed new features and improvements for the mobile game, including voice chat.
Migraine Prevention Drug Receives FDA Approval: Aimovig By Amgen Is The First Of Its Kind
Aimovig, designed for long-term migraine prevention, will now go on sale after receiving approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The drug is the first of its kind, and it could soon mean the end of chronic migraines.
New 'Halo' Game Unveiled: Sorry, It's Not 'Halo 6'
Microsoft and 343 Industries have unveiled 'Halo: Fireteam Raven,' a new game in the 'Halo' franchise. It is not 'Halo 6,' but that does not necessarily mean that the highly anticipated title will not be announced soon.
Google Pixel 3 Notch Confirmed? Android P Public Beta May Have Leaked Pixel 3 Design
The Android P public beta has supposedly revealed the fact that the Google Pixel 3 will have a notch on its display. Will Google really place a feature popularized by rival Apple's iPhone X on its flagship smartphone?
International Space Station Privatization By 2025 Will Likely Not Happen, NASA Says
The Trump administration proposed to hand over the International Space Station to the private sector by 2025. A NASA inspector general, however, said that ISS privatization will likely not happen.
Romaine Lettuce Safe To Eat Again: Contaminated Lettuce Behind E. Coli Outbreak Now Past Shelf Life
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, citing the Food and Drug Administration, said that it is now safe to eat romaine lettuce. The vegetable was behind a recent E. coli outbreak that victimized 172 people across 32 states.
New Apple Campus May Rise In North Carolina Or Northern Virginia: 20,000 Jobs At Stake
Apple is exploring its options for the location of a new headquarters. Will the new Apple campus be located in Northern Virginia, which is also on Amazon's shortlist for its second headquarters, or in North Carolina, close to three universities?
Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S10 Launch Dates Earlier Than Usual: Here's The Exciting Reason Why
Samsung is speeding up the schedule for its flagship smartphones, with the Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S10 launch dates to be earlier than usual. The real news, however, is why Samsung is making these moves.
OnePlus 6 vs OnePlus 5T vs OnePlus 5: Is It Time For An Upgrade?
The OnePlus 6 has officially been unveiled, confirming various changes and upgrades such as the iPhone X notch, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, and a 256 GB storage option. Should OnePlus 5T and OnePlus 5 owners upgrade to the OnePlus 6?
How Did Dinosaurs Hatch Their Eggs Without Crushing Them? Carefully, Researchers Say
Researchers believe that they have figured out how dinosaurs hatched their eggs without crushing them, beyond the answer of 'carefully.' Scientists were able to understand the incubating behavior of oviraptorosaurs by studying 40 fossils of their nests.
PlayStation Vita Physical Games Will End Production In 2019: Death Of PS Vita Draws Near
Sony will soon end production of PlayStation Vita physical games, but digital distribution will remain. Fans of the portable console, however, should start saying their goodbyes, as the death of the PlayStation Vita draws near.
If Your Body Clock Is Messed Up, Your Mental Health Is At Risk
A new study established a link between biological clock disruptions and increased risk for mental health issues. People with increased nighttime activity, decreased daytime activity, or both were more likely to have symptoms of major depression or bipolar disorder.
'Pokémon' On Nintendo Switch Rumors Heat Up: 'Pokémon Yellow' Remakes, 'Pokémon GO' Connection, 2018 Launch
New 'Pokémon' for Nintendo Switch leaks are heating up the rumor mills. According to the latest leaks, the next 'Pokémon' games will be remakes of 'Pokémon Yellow,' and that they will somehow be connected to the 'Pokémon GO' mobile app.
Apple Music Subscribers Surpass 50 Million, Says Apple CEO Tim Cook
Apple Music subscribers have surpassed 50 million, Apple CEO Tim Cook said in an interview with Bloomberg TV that also involved Donald Trump and Apple original content. How soon will Apple Music overtake rival Spotify?
Blood Donor Saved Millions Of Babies: What Are The Benefits Of Donating Blood?
An Australian man with unique antibodies in his blood saved the lives of million of babies over the past 60 years. You do not need special blood to become a donor though, and donating blood comes with several benefits.
World's Fastest Water Heater Won't Be For Making Coffee: 100,000 Degrees In An Instant
Scientists created the world's fastest water heater, capable of heating water to 100,000 degrees Celsius in an instant. It is safe to say that it will not be used to make coffee, so what will the researchers do with it?
Keyless Cars Are Killing People Due To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Keyless cars have killed at least 28 people due to carbon monoxide poisoning, according to a report by the New York Times. Keyless ignition becomes a dangerous feature when drivers inadvertently leave the engine of their cars running.
Tesla Model S Driver Was On Her Phone In Latest Autopilot Crash: Elon Musk Fires Back At Critics
The driver in the latest Tesla Model S crash revealed that Autopilot mode was activated, but admitted that she was looking at her phone at the time of the accident. Tesla CEO Elon Musk defended the technology amid renewed criticism.
The Galaxy S10, Not The Galaxy Note 9, Will Be The First Samsung Smartphone With In-Display Fingerprint Sensor
Samsung will debut its in-display fingerprint sensor with the Galaxy S10, not the Galaxy Note 9. Samsung will not be the first to offer the feature, but its technology is superior compared to the systems used by Chinese smartphone manufacturers.
Ebola Keeps Coming Back, And Here's What Needs To Be Done To Contain It
The Ebola virus resurfaced in the Democratic Republic of Congo, triggering concerns that it will be like the 2014 to 2016 epidemic that claimed 11,000 lives. The government and the WHO, however, are quickly moving to contain the Ebola outbreak.
Vitamin D Therapy May Help Diabetes Treatment, Study Shows
Scientists have discovered that vitamin D therapy may help in the treatment of diabetes. Vitamin D, known as the sunshine vitamin, may be combined with a newly identified compound to bring glucose levels back to normal in mouse models.
NES Classic Edition Returns On June 29: Is This Why There's No Nintendo Switch Virtual Console?
The NES Classic Edition will be back in stores on June 29. Nintendo kept its promise to restock the retro console, but is this part of the reason why there will be no Nintendo Switch Virtual Console?
Final Fantasy VII Remake Release Date Confirmed, But Fans Won't Like It
The 'Final Fantasy VII Remake' release date was confirmed by producer Yoshinori Kitase and development head Naoki Hamaguchi. Fans may be disappointed with the launch window, but there remains a silver lining that might make the game worth the wait.
OnePlus 6 Price, Release Date, And Renders Leaked On Amazon
The OnePlus 6 price and release date were leaked through an Amazon Germany product page. Here's what we found out about the flagship smartphone killer ahead of the official OnePlus 6 announcement.
'Destiny 2' Puzzle Leads To Real-World Treasure Hunt: What Was The Prize?
A mysterious symbol in the 'Destiny 2' DLC 'Warmind' sparked a real-world treasure hunt. The easter egg was amazing, but it will take more than than to bring 'Destiny 2' players back to the game.
Asteroid Possibly Longer Than Football Field Will Soon Have Near-Earth Encounter
An asteroid that may be longer than a football field will zoom past Earth on May 15. According to NASA, it will be the closest flyby for an asteroid of its size in almost 300 years.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 Launch And Landing Successful: Here's What This Means For Space Travel
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket launched and landed successfully in its first flight. The milestone is a big deal for space travel, as it progresses the goal of developing reusable rockets and spacecraft.
