Articles by Aaron Mamiit
iPhone SE 2 Release Date Rumored For May Or June: Wireless Charging Confirmed?
According to a new report from DigiTimes, Apple set the iPhone SE 2 release date on either May or June. The report also echoed previous claims that the upgraded budget iPhone will support wireless charging.
'Monster Hunter: World' Tips For Beginners: Here's Everything You Need To Know To Start Slaying Beasts
'Monster Hunter: World' may look overwhelming for newcomers to the franchise due to the massiveness of the open-world adventure. However, with these tips, beginners will be taking down the toughest beasts of the game in no time.
Alphabet Gives Google A New Sibling With Chronicle: What Will The Moonshot Cybersecurity Company Offer?
Alphabet launched Chronicle, the latest product of the moonshot factory simply known as X. What does the cybersecurity company offer, and will it live up to its moonshot status?
Apple Self-Driving Car Test Fleet Expands To 27 Lexus SUVs In California
Apple has increased the number of its self-driving car test fleet in California to 27 Lexus RX450h hybrid SUVs. The company, however, remains very secretive about Project Titan.
Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan Talks About Toxicity, Mercy Nerf, And Balance Issues In Latest Developer Update
In the latest Developer Update, 'Overwatch' director Jeff Kaplan talked about the toxicity of the game's community and its balancing issues. Healer hero Mercy, set to be nerfed again, is the poster child for the balancing problem.
Google I/O 2018 Details Revealed Through Online Game: Are We Really Ready For Android P?
Google revealed the dates and location of this year's I/O developer conference through an online game. The name of Android P may have also been teased, but the question is whether Android users really need another operating system upgrade.
Rumored iPhone X SE Will Keep Face ID And Notch, But Drop 3D Touch
KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that last year's iPhone X will be followed by three iPhone models this year. One of the smartphones, now referred to as the iPhone X SE, will drop the 3D Touch feature.
Is Obesity Contagious? Study Says Yes, But Don't Blame Your Neighbors For Your Weight Gain
A new study confirmed that obesity may be considered contagious, just like the flu and sexually transmitted diseases. However, this does not mean that people should just blame their neighbors if they are overweight.
Google Gives Users More Control Over Ads We Don't Want To See
Google updated its tools to provide users with more control over the ads that they don't want to see as they browse the internet. Among the ads being targeted with the new options are the annoying reminder ads.
Nintendo 'Miitomo' Shutting Down In May After Just 2 Years: Where Did It Go Wrong?
'Miitomo,' Nintendo's first crack at mobile apps, will shut down on May 9. The app was launched with massive hype and raced to 10 million users in less than a month, so where did 'Miitomo' go wrong?
Caesarean Section Risks Highlighted In New Study: Dangerous Pregnancies For Mothers, Health Issues For Children
New research highlighted the risks associated with caesarean section deliveries for both mothers and children. Mothers may face dangerous pregnancies in the future, while children may be exposed to a variety of health issues.
Smartphone Addiction Leads To Teenage Unhappiness, Study Says: Time For A Break From Social Media?
A new study concluded that teenagers with smartphone addiction are unhappier compared to those engaging in other activities, such as playing sports and meeting their friends. Depressed teens might want to take a break from social media for a while.
PlayStation 4 Hack Enables Homebrew, Piracy, And PlayStation 2 Emulation, But Of Course There's A Catch
Hackers have finally been able to unlock the PlayStation 4 hardware through a firmware exploit, enabling homebrew apps, pirated games, and PlayStation 2 emulation. However, there is a huge catch on which consoles the hack will work.
DJI Mavic Air Takes Flight: $799 Drone Finds Sweet Spot Between Spark And Mavic Pro
The DJI Mavic Air, which comes with a $799 price tag, fits into the sweet spot between the $399 Spark and the $999 Mavic Pro. The drone features a 4K camera on-board and 21 minutes of flight time.
Rocks Prove That Australia Was Once Connected To North America In Supercontinent Nuna
Researchers found rocks in Georgetown, in the northern part of Queensland, that were unlike any others in Australia. The rocks, however, shared striking similarities with others found in North America, suggesting that the two continents were once connected.
Uber CEO Promises Self-Driving Vehicles In 18 Months, Profitability Before 2022, And Flying Cars Within Next 10 Years
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is in charge of repairing the reputation of a company besieged by a variety of alleged shady practices and scandals. The ride-hailing service's future looks bright, though, due to promises that the executive made.
Samsung Galaxy S9 Camera Is Something To Look Forward To, Accidental Leak Reveals
Samsung may have accidentally leaked that the Galaxy S9 camera will utilize the new ISOCELL camera sensor. The technology will enable the previously rumored Super Slow-mo feature of the smartphone, among other capabilities.
NASA Marks 2017 As The Second Hottest Year On Earth Since 1880
NASA tagged 2017 as the second hottest year since 1880, second to 2016. However, without taking into account the effects of the El Niño phenomenon, 2017 would be considered the warmest year on record.
Netflix Price Hike Didn't Matter: Over 8 Million New Subscribers Added In Record-Breaking Q4
Netflix increased its subscription rates in October 2017, but that did not hold back the streaming service from booking a record-breaking quarter. The company added 8.4 million new subscribers in the period and posted a net income of $186 million.
This Is Why 'Monster Hunter: World' On Nintendo Switch Will Not Happen
'Monster Hunter: World' will not be launched on the Nintendo Switch, and its directors explained why in an interview with IGN. The massive creature-slaying game will launch on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on Jan. 26.
Here's What The Microsoft Xbox Watch Looked Like Before It Was Cancelled
Images of a powered on Xbox Watch prototype have surfaced, offering a glimpse into Microsoft's early work on wearable devices. The project was shelved to make way for the Microsoft Band line of fitness trackers, which was also eventually canceled.
Overwatch League Pro Suspended For Homophobic Slur: 'Overwatch' Toxic Problem Back In Spotlight
Overwatch League player Felix 'xQc' Lengyel of the Dallas Fuel was suspended for launching a homophobic slur against Austin 'Muma' Wilmot of the Houston Outlaws. The incident brings the spotlight back on the toxicity of 'Overwatch.'
FDA Looks To Kill Cigarettes With New Anti-Smoking Plan, Which May Ironically Save Big Tobacco Companies
The Food and Drug Administration is preparing an anti-smoking proposal that will look to end cigarette use. However, the plan may also have an ironic effect of saving the world's biggest tobacco companies, through the sale of cigarette alternatives.
Successful Surgery Fails To Save Life Of Boy With Giant Tumor On Face
Emanuel Zayas, a 14-year-old boy from Cuba with a giant tumor on his face, successfully underwent surgery to remove the benign growth. However, it was not enough to save his life, as he passed away due to kidney and lung failure.
Amazon Go Seattle Ready To Open: What Is It Like To Shop At The No Checkout Store?
The first Amazon Go grocery store in Seattle is finally ready to open to the public. How does the cashless, no-checkout store work, and what is it like to shop there?
'Silent Hills P.T.' PC Version Soon Available Through Fan-Made Remakes
'Silent Hills P.T.', one of scariest horror games of all time, will soon arrive to the PC thanks to fan-made remakes. The playable teaser for the 'Silent Hill' franchise reboot was taken down from the PlayStation Store in 2015.
Google Play Store Audiobooks Section Coming Soon To Challenge Amazon Audible
A banner spotted on the Google Play Store teased that there will soon be a dedicated section for the increasingly popular audiobook format. The move will allow Google to challenge Amazon, which currently dominates the market through Audible.
More Nintendo Switch Units Sold In 10 Months Than Wii U In 4 Years; 3DS Still Going Strong
The Nintendo Switch, in 10 months, has outsold the lifetime sales of the Wii U. Meanwhile, the 3DS, sales of which were expected to be cannibalized by the hybrid console, is still going strong.
Amazon Prime Membership Fee Increases $2 To $12.99 Per Month: Time To Switch To The Annual Plan?
Amazon increased the monthly rate of an Amazon Prime membership to $12.99, for a total of $156 over a year. The move may be the online retailer's way of pushing customers to an annual subscription, which remains at $99.
The Next 'Final Fantasy XIV' Update Will Unleash 'Final Fantasy VI' Villain Kefka
Rise of a New Sun will add a new main scenario and other content to 'Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood.' The patch will also bring Kefka, one of the most iconic villains of the 'Final Fantasy' series, into the game.
