Articles by Aaron Mamiit
New iOS 12 Features That iPhone Owners Should Definitely Try Out
Apple has rolled out iOS 12, which comes with several new features. Here are some of the best ones to try out, including Memojis, Screen Time, and Live Listen for AirPods.
The First Private Passenger On SpaceX BFR To The Moon Will Be Japanese Billionaire Yusaku Maezawa
Elon Musk revealed that the first private passenger on the SpaceX BFR will be Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa. The Zozotown founder will not be alone in the week-long mission though, as he will be bringing along up to eight artists.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Catches Fire: Galaxy Note 7 All Over Again?
A woman from Long Island sued Samsung after her Galaxy Note 9 burst into flames while inside her purse. It is too early to say, but hopefully the situation does not devolve into another debacle like the Galaxy Note 7.
Global Warming Made Hurricane Florence Much Worse
Experts believe that climate change likely made Hurricane Florence more dangerous. According to a senior scientist from the National Center for Atmospheric Research, Hurricane Florence brought as much as 50 percent rainfall, compared to if it happened 100 years ago.
OnePlus TV In The Works: Here's What We Know About It So Far
The OnePlus TV is in the works, with CEO Pete Lau claiming that it will be a premium device with artificial intelligence features. The name of the OnePlus TV is not yet final, with a contest now open for suggestions.
Amazon Alexa Will Power 8 New Devices Coming This Year
Amazon will release at least eight new Alexa-powered devices within the year, including a microwave oven, receiver, subwoofer, amplifier, and in-car device. The new hardware will place Amazon in competition with companies such as Sonos and GE.
'Fortnite' Addiction Destroying Marriages: Game Showing Up In Divorce Filings
A UK service noted that 'Fortnite' is one of the online games that have recently been mentioned as a reason for divorce. Relationships are changing over time, with married couples now having to share their relationship with a video game.
Google China Prototype Allows Government To Track Search Queries Of Citizens
Google's new search engine for China will allow the government to track the search queries of its citizens. Codenamed Project Dragonfly, it will also prevent Chinese people from accessing information deemed sensitive by the ruling Communist Party.
Pins And Needles Found In Strawberries In Australia: Manhunt Launched For Culprit
Strawberry lovers, beware: pins and needles have been found inside the fruits in Queensland, Australia. Authorities have launched the manhunt for the culprit behind the dangerous scheme, while the public is urged to slice strawberries before eating them.
Man Dies From Shark Attack In Cape Cod, First In Over 80 Years In Massachusetts
Arthur Medici, a 26-year-old, died from a shark attack in Cape Cod's Newcomb Hollow Beach. The incident, the first death due to a shark attack in over 80 years in the state, was believed to be due to mistaken identity.
BPA-Free Plastic May Not Be Safer After All
BPA-free plastic products were supposed to be safer compared to those that contained the infamous ingredient. However, researchers accidentally discovered that BPA alternatives are still as dangerous, resulting to chromosomal abnormalities in exposed mice.
Spotify Song Download Limit Increased To 10,000 Tracks, To Fight Back Against Apple Music
Spotify has increased its song download limit from 3,333 tracks on up to three devices to 10,000 tracks on up to five devices. The move addresses one of the biggest complaints that users have against the music streaming service.
'Diablo III' Invades 'Overwatch' With Demon Hunter Sombra Skin: Here's How To Get It
Gamers who purchase the BlizzCon 2018 Virtual Ticket will receive a legendary skin for Sombra of 'Overwatch' based on the Demon Hunter class of 'Diablo III.' Fortunately, there is another way to get it.
Young Turtles More Prone To Death For Eating Plastic In Ocean
A new study revealed that young turtles have a higher risk of dying from eating the plastic polluting the oceans. This is because young turtles swim nearer the surface, where the plastic pollution floats.
Nintendo Direct September 2018: New Nintendo Switch Games, Nintendo Switch Online, And Wireless NES Controllers
The latest Nintendo Direct revealed several new Nintendo Switch games, including 'Animal Crossing,' 'New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe' and several 'Final Fantasy' games. The video also revealed new wireless NES controllers for the classic games in Nintendo Switch Online.
Hurricane Florence Looks Downright Terrifying From Space
Hurricane Florence is raging toward the East Coast of the United States. The Category 4 storm is frightening, and looks even more terrifying in images and videos taken from space by NASA and astronauts on the International Space Station.
Americans Getting Fatter: Obesity Rates Over 35 Percent In 7 States
The State of Obesity 2018 report revealed that Americans are getting fatter. Seven states had obesity rates of more than 35 percent in 2017, compared to five in 2016 and none in 2012.
Apple Shows Off The iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, And iPhone XR
Apple finally unveiled the iPhone XS, the iPhone XS Max, and the iPhone XR. Here's a quick rundown of what the three 2018 iPhone models offer, along with their release dates and prices.
Apple Watch Series 4 Unveiled: Here's What's New
Apple kicked off its Sept. 12 iPhone event by unveiling the 'redesigned and re-engineered' Apple Watch Series 4. The new Apple Watch offers a larger display, fall detection, an ECG reader, and a faster processor.
Nintendo Switch Online Release Date Set For Sept. 18: Gamers Get 1-Week Free Trial
The Nintendo Switch Online launch is finally happening, after a delay of one and a half years. The service will roll out on Sept. 18, and will offer a one-week trial to Nintendo Switch gamers.
Shopping On eBay Made Easier With iPhone X: Buy Stuff By Moving Your Head
A team from eBay created HeadGaze, which is technology that allows iPhone X owners to buy things online using only head movements. The software may be fully appreciated by knowing the true purpose behind its development.
NASA May Sell Naming Rights For Rockets: Here's Why That's A Bad Idea
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has tasked the agency to study the possibility of selling naming rights for rockets to private companies. The proposal, which comes with several limitations, may be a bad idea.
Here's How To Watch The Apple 2018 iPhone Event Live
Apple fans have various options on how to watch Apple's Sept. 12 event live. They can watch through Apple's official website, the Events app on the Apple TV, or on Twitter.
New Blood Test Will Determine Your Body Clock: Here's Why You Need To Know
Scientists have developed TimeSignature, a new blood test that will determine a person's body clock, or circadian rhythms. This is important because biological clocks regulate various processes beyond just sleepiness and hunger.
Fortnite In Real Life Coming Soon, Through Nerf Blasters And Monopoly
Epic Games teamed up with Hasbro to bring 'Fortnite' to toy guns and board games. 'Fortnite' Nerf guns are expected to launch next year, while the Monopoly: 'Fortnite' Edition is due to be released next month.
Apple Pay, Google Pay Begin Rollout To Most 7-Eleven Stores In US
Apple Pay and Google Pay are heading to most 7-Eleven stores in the United States. This might look like simply adopting new technology, but it is much more than that, as it represents a turnaround for the convenience store chain.
OnePlus 6T In-Display Fingerprint Scanner Confirmed: Screen Lock Was Initially Planned For OnePlus 5T
OnePlus itself confirmed that the OnePlus 6T will come with an in-display fingerprint scanner. The feature, which was originally planned for the OnePlus 5T, will be widely available in the United States for the first time.
Nintendo Switch Online Cloud Save Will Not Work With All Games: Here's The Strange Explanation
Some Nintendo Switch games, such as the upcoming 'Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!' and 'Let's Go, Eevee!,' will not support Nintendo Switch Online cloud saves. Nintendo's explanation for the restriction, which specifically cited 'Splatoon 2,' was baffling.
Scientists Discover 3 New Fish Species In Surprisingly Busy Atacama Trench Of Pacific Ocean
Scientists deployed baited camera traps in the southeast Pacific Ocean to explore the Atacama Trench. They found that the trench was teeming with life and also discovered three new species that were identified as variants of the gelatinous snailfish.
Robot Boy Crying, Bleeding, And Calling For His Mom To Train Medical Students
A life-like robot boy named Pediatric HAL is described as 'the world's most advanced pediatric patient simulator' by its creator, Gaumard Scientific. HAL is capable of shedding tears and bleeding, and can even go into anaphylactic shock.
