Articles by Aaron Mamiit
'Mortal Kombat X' is no longer a rumor, scheduled for release 2015
The tenth installment of the brutal fighting series looks to build upon the success of Mortal Kombat 2011. More details on the game will be announced in next week's E3 2014.
Kickstarter simplifies rules, rolls out Launch Now feature
The two changes rolled out by Kickstarter will make it easier for people to get their projects published on the crowdfunding website. Kickstarter campaigns have collectively raised over $1 billion.
Google's high-tech Loon Balloon doesn't stay high enough, crashes into power lines
The crash has damaged a power pole and cut off electricity to homes near the site of the incident. The balloon was launched from Nevada, where Google is carrying out its tests for Project Loon.
Intel unveils Broadwell-based Llama Mountain prototype tablet
The Llama Mountain uses the soon-to-be-released Core M processor. The prototype is meant to showcase the capabilities of the processor to OEMs.
Google adds 64-bit support for Chrome, promises better stability and security
The 64-bit version is available for Chrome's Dev and Canary channels. It is not yet available for the mainstream stable version of Chrome.
Eyes on the road: Automatic for Android gets Do not Disturb, Crash Alert features
The Automatic for Android app is designed to work with the Automatic Link device. The app is now available in the Google Play Store, and the Automatic Link device can be purchased for $99.
Molerats from Middle East hack targets in Europe, U.S.
The Molerats used the Xtreme RAT, a form of Trojan, as it attacked organizations in Europe and the U.S. Their motives, however, are not yet known.
WWDC 2014: Apple unveils iOS 8 with HealthKit, HomeKit and more
The iOS 8 will be released to the public in the fall. It is now currently available to developers. At the Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference, in addition to the new OS X Yosemite for Macs, the company previewed the iOS 8 for mobile devices, complete with its new features and enhancements.
Windows 8.1 gains desktop OS share but 25 percent still use XP
Windows 7 still dominates desktops with half of the market using the operating system. Windows XP comes second, despite the support for it ended last April.
Apple's WWDC 2014 is all about software. Here's why
Apple's focus on software is the company's newest strategy in its battle against Google in the mobile computing industry.
Google plans to send 180 satellites into orbit to improve global Internet access
The total cost of the satellite fleet is expected to run between $1 billion to $3 billion. Google will look to gain additional revenue from newly connected users through this project.
'Watch Dogs' goes to Bollywood as '18.11 A Code of Secrecy'?
Promotional posters of 18.11 resemble that of the hero shots of Aiden Pierce, the main character of Watch Dogs. The posters were released just days after Watch Dogs went on sale.
Will Google unwrap Android TV at Google I/O this June?
Android TV will look to build on the success of Google's Chromecast, which launched last summer. Android TV will complete Google's entertainment system experience.
Nissan develops smart rear view mirror that makes passengers, in-car objects disappear
The Smart Rearview Mirror is another feat of innovative engineering from the company that developed the Around View Monitor and the Moving Object Detection system.
Pirate Bay cofounder Peter Sunde arrested in Sweden
Sunde, along with three other co-founders, were initially sentenced with one-year imprisonment and a $4.8 million fine. Only one co-founder remains at large.
700 of failed 'E.T.' Atari games found in New Mexico will be sold: Report
The Alamogordo City Commission will put up 700 of the 1,300 unearthed Atari games up for sale. The games are part of a 30-year-old urban legend.
No longer made in USA: Motorola Mobility will shut down factory in Texas
The shutdown of the factory is in advance of the sale of Motorola by Google to Lenovo. Motorola Mobility will be shutting down its factory in Fort Worth, Texas by the end of the year, in advance of Lenovo's purchase of the unit from Google.
Rivals no more. Microsoft, Salesforce.com announce partnership
The partnership between the longtime rivals will provide additional value to the users of products from both companies.
Acer launches BYOC solutions for businesses, individuals
Acer is entering the cloud computing industry, where it will go up against leaders Google and Amazon.
Ford recalls 1.4 million vehicles due to faulty power steering
The rate of vehicle recalls in the United States is on pace to break the all-time record set in 2004.
FCC wants to redefine broadband: 10Mbps downstream, 2.9Mbps upstream
The definition of broadband Internet is currently a download speed of 4 Mbps and an upload speed of 1 Mbps.
Google Stars app briefly streaks Chrome Web Store
Google Stars, a new bookmarking service, will most likely be formally launched in Google's upcoming I/O developers' conference.
WWDC 2014: Here's what Apple might unveil next week
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference will launch on June 2 with a much-anticipated two-hour keynote.
Microsoft may launch heart rate-monitoring smartwatch this summer: Report
Microsoft's smartwatch will work with the Windows Phone, iPhone and Android phones. Microsoft is looking at entering the young wearable technology market with plans to launch their own smartwatch this summer.
YouTube Video Quality Report is live. Beware, slow U.S. ISPs
The report classifies ISPs into HD Verified, Standard Definition and Lower Definition. Netflix also rates speeds with its ISP Speed Index, which collects data and tracks ISPs across 20 countries.
Google creates webform in compliance with European court ruling on 'right to be forgotten'
Google CEO Larry Page cautions that the ruling could damage Internet startups and strengthen repressive regimes.
Mary Meeker's Internet Trends report is out. Here's what you need to know
Mobile Internet users continue to drive growth in the industry, giving entrepreneurs and investors much to look forward to.
Meet MOD-t, your pocket-friendly 3D printer. Starts at $149.
A 35-day Indiegogo kickstarter campaign will allow the first 500 contributors to buy the 3D printer for $149.
Bentley goes melodramatic in latest SUV teaser video
The highly anticipated Bentley SUV, which is yet to be named, will launch in 2016. The latest teaser video for Bentley's luxury SUV takes on a melodramatic tone as a transparent model of the vehicle is shown off in a tube of light.
Google tweaks its logo to be pixel-perfect. Spot the difference if you can.
An eagle-eyed individual, who probably has some free time, was able to notice it. The change is a small kerning adjustment that most of the website's users would not be able to notice.
