Articles by Aaron Mamiit
OS X 10.10 Yosemite hidden features you might want to explore
There are several new features that could prove useful in OS X Yosemite, including Dark Mode, upgrades to Messenger, and a screen recorder.
Lawsuit pins Backpage.com for child sex trafficking
Three young girls filed a lawsuit against Backpage.com, where they claimed they were sold as prostitutes. Backpage, however, believes that they should not be held liable.
Legendary journalist Ben Bradlee dies at 93
Ben Bradlee was known as the leader of the newspaper that helped force President Richard Nixon to resign from his post after the exposure of the Watergate scandal.
Apple rolls out Maps Connect, allows local businesses to directly add information
Apple has launched the Maps Connect service. The portal will allow local business owners to add or edit their business listings on Apple Maps.
Rocky the bobcat might be roaming around your New Jersey neighborhood
Rocky, a hybrid bobcat, is again loose in New Jersey. His owner will once more land in court for his escape.
Audi RS7 Piloted Driving concept conquers racetrack at full speed. Yes, without a driver
The Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept vehicle finished a lap around the track in over two minutes, at full speed and with no driver.
Apple's 2014 fiscal year? 'One for the record books,' says Tim Cook
According to Apple CEO Tim Cook, the recently concluded fiscal year 2014 for the company was "one for the record books" as Apple posted increases in its net profit and revenue.
Amazon seals multi-year print, digital deal with Simon & Schuster
Amazon has sealed a multi-year print and digital contract with Simon & Schuster. The agreement will likely pressure Hachette to end its own ongoing trade dispute with Amazon.
Upcoming Motorola Droid Turbo shows its face on latest leaks
A new leaked image for the Motorola Droid Turbo shows the upcoming device's face. The Droid Turbo is an exclusive smartphone for Verizon.
China behind hacking of Apple iCloud servers: Report
Greatfire.org, a group that monitors the censorship of the Chinese Internet, reported that the country's authorities have launched an attack on Apple's iCloud storage service.
How to watch partial solar eclipse on Oct. 23
A partial solar eclipse will occur on Oct. 23. Observers are warned to take the same precautions when viewing a total solar eclipse.
'Halo: The Master Chief Collection' will roll out Nov. 11 and everything you need to know
Halo: The Master Chief Collection will be released in most parts of the world in Nov. 11. It will include the first four Halo games and a sneak peek on Halo 5.
iPhone 6 Plus vs. Nexus 6 vs. Galaxy Note 4: What's the best phablet out there?
Phablets are becoming a huge trend, with the iPhone 6 Plus, Nexus 6 and Note 4 the major competitors in the market. What's the best phablet out of the three?
Milky Way is a bad galactic neighbor. Here's why nearby dwarf galaxies hate it
The Milky Way is taking away the star-forming gases of nearby dwarf galaxies, according to astronomers. Within a specific boundary of our home galaxy, dwarf galaxies do not contain hydrogen.
Red wine can help increase spinal bone density, new study claims
Resveratrol, a compound found in red wine, may be used in the treatment of osteoporosis. Danish scientists have researched the effects of resveratrol on metabolic syndrome, a condition that can lead to bone loss.
Apple Pay: Use your iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus for one-tap purchases starting Oct. 20
Apple Pay will be rolled out on Oct. 20 in 220,000 merchant locations, with Apple looking to make mobile payments services more mainstream.
YouTube, Facebook, Skype apps for iOS updated with iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus support
The iOS apps for YouTube, Facebook and Skype received updates for compatibility with the new iPhones. The apps previously received updates to work with iOS 8.
Dropbox hacked, login details dumped online? No, says Dropbox
A security engineer for Dropbox said that the cloud storage service wasn't hacked. However, users should still change their password.
Google misses Q3 estimates as advertising slows down. Are you OK, Google?
Google reported a third quarter profit of $6.35 per share, falling short of the expected $6.53 per share. The company's advertising business is slowing, but other business units are trying to make up for it.
Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite: What to know and do before upgrading your Mac
Users upgrading their Mac to OS X 10.10 Yosemite need to keep in mind a few things before doing so. First and foremost, make sure your Mac is compatible with Yosemite.
Google Nexus 9 ready for pre-orders on Amazon, ships out Nov. 3
Google's Nexus 9 tablet went up for pre-orders at Amazon a day earlier than expected. The devices, however, won't be released for shipping until Nov. 3.
Experts find link between jet lag, obesity and your gut microbes
People suffering from frequent disruptions in their day-night cycles are more prone to obesity and other metabolism problems, researchers say. Microbes in the gut have circadian rhythms controlled by the body's biological clock.
Parents may be liable for Facebook posts of kids, says court
According to a ruling by the Georgia Court of Appeals, parents may be held liable for the activities carried out online by their children. The decision was made on a case involving a boy who created a fake Facebook account to defame a girl.
Microsoft patches Windows bug that Russian hackers exploited to spy on NATO, EU computers
Microsoft's October edition of Patch Tuesday aims to resolve 24 vulnerabilities. One of the flaws being addressed was used by the Sandworm cyber attack to spy on computers of NATO and the European Union.
Printer produces self-destructing printouts just for you spy wannabes
The 'This Tape Will Self Destruct' project created by Diego Trujillo Pisanty draws inspiration from two real-life events. The project uses a printer that creates self-destructing documents that burn up.
It is Microsoft Surface on NFL sidelines. Coaches, players, broadcasters must forget iPad
Microsoft paid $400 million to have NFL teams use its Surface Pro 3 tablet on the sidelines during games. However, some people still refer to the tablets as 'iPads.'
Brooklyn man set free after 29 years of wrongful imprisonment
David McCallum and Willie Stuckey were wrongfully convicted for the murder of Nathan Blenner. Investigators believe that the two men were forced to confess to the crime.
Did Uber driver really kidnap female passenger? Here are both sides of the story
A woman is claiming that an Uber driver abducted her, but Uber is claiming that she was intoxicated during the ride. While it is still unclear which side is telling the truth, Uber drivers do have a record of allegations that include groping, sexual assault, physical assault and kidnapping.
184215: Number of Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee recalled by Chrysler over air bag flaw
The recall order that was issued comprises 184,215 Chrysler vehicles that include the 2014 Dodge Durango and the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Teens find voice search cool. Adults? Not so much
Google's Mobile Voice Study analyzed the voice search usage of smartphone users in the United States. Google found 51 percent of teenagers and 32 percent of adults use the feature 'just for fun.'
