Articles by Aaron Mamiit
GM compensation fund approves 19 claims for deaths due to faulty ignition switch
The compensation fund set up by General Motors and managed by compensation expert Kenneth Feinberg for victims of the company's faulty ignition switches have so far approved 19 claims for fatalities.
UK-based retailer Phones 4u goes into administration, closes 550 stores
Phones 4u said that it is seeking the appointment of administrators from PricewaterhouseCoopers, after both EE and Vodafone decided not to renew their network agreements with the mobile phone retail company.
Possible eruption of Mayon Volcano in Philippines prompts evacuation of 12,000 people
Mount Mayon, popular for its almost perfect cone shape, may erupt within weeks. Around 12,000 people living at the foot of the volcano have been evacuated.
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge not coming to the UK at launch
Samsung's Galaxy Note Edge will not be immediately available in the United Kingdom, and in most countries in Europe, upon its launch.
Is Comcast really banning users of privacy-centric Tor Browser?
Reports stated that Comcast has "declared war" on the Tor Browser, which provides its users with more online anonymity compared to most browsers. Comcast, however, denies the reports.
eBay iPhone 6 scalpers can give you iPhone 6 Plus... for $6,000
Scalpers are listing pre-ordered iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus on eBay, with the iPhone 6 Plus being sold for as high as $6,000.
Netflix full force on European push. Not so welcome in France?
Netflix is expanding into Europe, but the company is not receiving a warm welcome from France. The company is facing challenges from competitors, the government, and the cinema industry.
HTC reportedly unveiling waterproof camera on Oct. 8. GoPro killer?
HTC is planning to introduce a waterproof camera for extreme sports in an Oct. 8 press event. Will the camera pose as a threat to GoPro's line of action cameras?
Record preorders for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus: Shipping delay looms as carriers fight over iFans
Amid record-breaking pre-order figures for the iPhone 6 and Phone 6 Plus and carrier promos for the devices, customers will be experiencing shipping delays as demand is outweighing supply.
TAG Heuer plans to launch own smartwatch. What we know so far
TAG Heuer head Jean-Claude Biver, a well-recorded critic of the Apple Watch, said that the company is planning to launch its own smartwatch.
Square spurned $3 billion offer from Apple: Hello Apple Pay
Square rejected Apple's $3 billion offer to acquire the company ahead of the unveiling of the Apple Pay, which will now be competing with Square's products for payment solutions.
Apple Watch is cool? Luxury watchmakers say NO
Swiss watchmakers are not concerned of the Apple Watch being a threat to their business. However, the device can have an impact on the low- to mid-end price level of the traditional watch industry.
Alleged Windows 9 start menu video leaked: Fake or real deal?
German website WinFuture leaked a two-minute video that demonstrated the new Start menu for the upcoming Windows 9 operating system.
Facebook lures YouTube top content producers: Report
Facebook representatives have reportedly approached some of the biggest content producers of YouTube to have them try distributing their videos on Facebook. The goal of Facebook is to challenge YouTube in the online video advertisement industry.
GM orders 'stop delivery' of 2015 Corvette over brake, airbags concerns
GM has issued a "stop delivery" order on the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette and delayed shipments on the iconic sports car. The company is looking to fix issues on the car's brakes and airbags.
Google+ is still alive and Google acquires Polar to give it some boost
Google acquired online poll startup company Polar to boost Google+. Despite its struggles, Google+ remains very valuable to Google.
Google Street View lets you visit Egypt's Pyramids, other wonders
Users can now visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, along with other Egyptian destination, through Street View. The Street View team used the Trekker technology to capture images for the project.
Wi-Fi in Europe? No problem if you are a Comcast subscriber
Comcast Cable and Liberty Global have reached an agreement that will allow subscribers of each company to access Wi-Fi networks of the other company.
Nevada passes tax break bill, ensures discounted electricity rates for Tesla
Lawmakers in Nevada are passing bills that will provide Tesla Motors with tax breaks amounting to $1.3 billion. Tesla Motors chose to construct its proposed $5 billion lithium-ion electric car battery factory in the state.
U.S. court slaps HP $59 million fine for bribing Moscow officials
Northern California U.S. District Judge Lowell Jensen placed a $58.8 million fine on Hewlett Packard after the company pleaded guilty to bribing Russian officials to secure a lucrative contract.
Google's newest baby is a vibrating spoon that may help people with Parkinson's
Google acquired Lift Labs and its Liftware system, which are utensils that are designed to help people that are suffering from neurodegenerative tremors with their eating.
OK Go cries foul, claims Apple launch video 'Perspective' ripped off its original idea
OK Go is claiming that Apple ripped off the visual concept for its "Perspective" from the band's "The Writing's on the Wall" music video. The video was played to launch Apple's Sept. 9 media event, where it launched the iPhone 6.
U.S. lawmakers to probe NHTSA recall response, introduce possible reforms
A U.S. Senate subcommittee, led by Senator Claire McCaskill, will be probing the role of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the recall for the faulty ignition switches of General Motors.
What you should know about the great Alibaba IPO
Alibaba's IPO could be the biggest ever, with an expected raised amount up to $24.3 billion. The IPO is fitting for a company that tags itself as the "largest online and mobile commerce company in the world" based on gross merchandise volume.
Fujifilm X100T still looks retro but now sports a digital rangefinder
The Fujifilm X100T now features an electronic rangefinder that allows the camera to focus as it if had a mechanical rangefinder. The camera will be released in mid-November for a price of $1,299.95.
We want more. More. More. Concessions: EU regulators sing in Google antitrust case
European Union competition regulators are seeking for more concessions from Google for a four-year-old antitrust probe. Google's rivals are seeking for a move that could fine Google up to $5 billion.
California now with 100,000 EVs, plug-in hybrids on the road
Over 100,000 electric vehicles, such as the Nissan Leaf, have been sold in California, according to the California Plug-In Electric Vehicle Collaborative, which seeks to promote the usage of electric transportation.
Hate Glassholes? Drones? Cyborg Unplug is just right for you
Cyborg Unplug detects specific devices such as Google Glass and prevents them from connecting to a network owned and administered by the user.
Microsoft launches Delve for Office 365: Connected. Organized. Powerful
Microsoft is launching the Flipboard-like Delve service, which provides users with relevant information and connections within their work life.
Amazon Fire Phone now only 99 cents with two-year contract: Madness or masterstroke?
The 32-GB Amazon Fire Phone is now only 99 cents on a two-year contract. Will users who already purchased the device complain, or will the move attract more users to purchase the smartphone instead of the iPhone 6?
