Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Free PlayStation Plus Games For September 2018: 'Destiny 2' And 'God Of War III Remastered' For PlayStation 4
'Destiny 2' and 'God of War III Remastered' headline the free PlayStation Plus games for September 2018. 'Destiny 2' is now available to download, so that gamers can join the 24-hour free trial of the Forsaken expansion's new Gambit mode.
Facebook Watch Goes Global: Should YouTube And Netflix Worry?
Facebook Watch has now gone global, allowing it to better challenge rivals YouTube and Netflix. Does the social network's video platform have what it takes to dominate the video streaming space?
Man Loses Left Arm To Amputation After Painful Infection From Eating Sushi
A 71-year-old man from South Korea saw large blisters appear and quickly spread on his left-hand hours after eating sushi. The man suffered a vibrio vulnificus infection, and had his forearm amputated.
Weight Loss Researchers Will Pay You $300 To Eat Avocados Every Day
Researchers across four universities are willing to pay $300 for test subjects to eat one avocado every day for six months. The study looks to determine whether avocados, containing the highest fat content of any fruit, help with weight loss.
Free Xbox Games With Gold For September 2018: 'Prison Architect,' 'LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars,' And More
Microsoft revealed the free Xbox Games with Gold line-up for September 2018. Xbox Live Gold subscribers will be able to download 'Prison Architect' for the Xbox One and 'LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars' for the Xbox 360.
China Refuses To Share Bird Flu Virus Samples, Placing Thousands Of Lives In Danger
Medical experts around the globe share viral samples with one another to develop treatments and vaccines that will prevent outbreaks of pandemics. However, China has refused to share bird flu samples with the United States for over a year.
Fortnite Players Using Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy Tab S4 Demo Units To Steal Samsung Exclusive Skin
'Fortnite' players are sneakily acquiring the Galaxy skin, which is exclusive to the Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy Tab S4. They are downloading 'Fortnite Mobile' into the demo units in retail stores to bypass the need to purchase the devices.
Ancient Parasitic Wasps Found Inside Fly Fossils, Named Xenomorphia After 'Alien' Movies
A team of researchers discovered four new species of ancient parasitic wasps while examining fly pupae fossils. The insects were named after the terrifying creatures in the 'Aliens' movies because they also burst out of their hosts.
Here's How You Can Apply For Instagram Verified Status
Instagram has rolled out several new security features to protect its users. One of the new things on the photo-sharing platform is the clearer process for applying for verified status to gain the elusive Instagram blue check mark.
Spider-Man For PlayStation 4 Game Length Revealed, Plus Other Details
There were rumors that the highly anticipated 'Spider-Man' will be a short game. Insomniac Games Community Director James Stevenson shot them down, revealing that the PlayStation 4 exclusive will be much longer than expected.
How Long Do Hangovers Last? Apparently, Longer Than You Think
Hangovers last longer than most people think, according to researchers from the University of Bath. Even if there is little to no alcohol left in a person's bloodstream, there remain negative cognitive effects such as impaired psychomotor speed and memory.
Wannabe Dancers, Rejoice: AI Will Have You Dancing Like A Pro On Video
Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley have developed a deep learning system that will help people look like they are dancing like pros. There are limitations to the artificial intelligence technology, which should be made into an app soon.
Fortnite PlayStation 4 Keyboard And Mouse Players Will Soon Be Going Up Against Only PC Players
Epic Games will soon roll out input-based matchmaking for 'Fortnite.' Once the feature is online, PlayStation 4 players using a keyboard and mouse will go up against PC players, to eliminate the unfair advantage over players using controllers.
'Fortnite Mobile' For Android Installer Allowed Hackers To Infect Smartphones With Malware
Google discovered a vulnerability that allowed hackers to install malware through the 'Fortnite Mobile' for Android installers. Epic Games has since patched the exploit, but it is unhappy with how Google dealt with the security issue.
If You Miss Windows 95, You Can Now Download It As An App
Computer users looking for a shot of nostalgia may want to download the Windows 95 app created by Slack developer Felix Rieseberg. The Electron-based app, now available on GitHub, offers working versions of Notepad, Wordpad, MS Paint, Solitaire, and Minesweeper.
Make Your 'Fortnite' Account More Secure, Get The Boogie Down Emote For Free
'Fortnite' is arguably the hottest game in the world right now, which makes it a big target for hackers. Epic Games is urging players to make their accounts more secure, and is offering a free emote in exchange.
Sony Robot Dog Aibo Will Cost $2,899 In The US: Is It Worth It?
Sony's robot dog, Aibo, will be released in the United States in September, and will be delivered before the holiday season. With a price tag of $2,899, what does the mechanical puppy offer to families looking for a robotic companion?
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Training Mode Coming Soon To Help New 'PUBG' Players
'PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' will add a Training Mode some time in September. The new 'PUBG' map, which will include the long-requested shooting range, will be beneficial to both rookies trying to learn the basics and veterans looking to practice their skills.
Oddjob In 'Goldeneye 007' For Nintendo 64 Is 'Blatant Cheating'
'Goldeneye 007' for the Nintendo 64 was a game that was ahead of its time, with features such as a four-player, split-screen multiplayer mode. However, one of the playable characters, Oddjob, has generated a lot of controversy over the years.
Woman Loses NASA Internship After Vulgar Tweets At National Space Council Member
A woman's excitement backfired when she tweeted about her acceptance for a NASA internship. She issued a vulgar response against another Twitter user who noted her language, and that person happened to be a member of the National Space Council.
Nintendo Switch Outsold PlayStation 4 In July With The Help Of 'Octopath Traveler'
The Nintendo Switch found itself on top of hardware sales charts for July with the help of 'Octopath Traveler.' The Square Enix RPG was the best-selling game for the month, interestingly followed by 2013's 'Grand Theft Auto V.'
No New 'Assassin's Creed' Game In 2019, Says Ubisoft CEO
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot told GameSpot at Gamescom 2018 that the 'Assassin's Creed' franchise will take a break next year. Fans may instead focus on the additional content that will be released for the upcoming 'Assassin's Creed: Odyssey.'
If You Can't Keep Focus, Don't Worry: The Human Brain Works That Way
Researchers have discovered that the brain is designed to be distracted, and is constantly looking for something else to focus on. Brain rhythms, first detected almost a century ago, were described as an evolutionary advantage.
D.Va Wins Over The Internet In New 'Overwatch' Animated Short
A new 'Overwatch' animated short titled 'Shooting Star' provides a deeper glimpse into the lore behind D.Va, one of the more popular heroes in the multiplayer shooter. The video also served as the introduction to the new 'Overwatch' map.
Long-Delayed 'Shenmue 3' Wants Gamers To Wait Another Year
The 'Shenmue III' release date was revealed, which will force gamers to wait for another year. In the meantime, fans may want to relive the experience with the HD remasters of 'Shenmue' and 'Shenmue II.'
Netflix Wants To Avoid Paying Apple For iOS App Subscription Payments
Netflix is testing a new method for iOS app users to pay for their subscriptions. Instead of in-app purchases, users are being directed to the streaming service's mobile website, bypassing iTunes.
Coconut Oil Not Healthy For You: Harvard Professor Says It's 'Pure Poison'
A 50-minute German lecture focused on the claim that coconut oil is not healthy has gone viral. Harvard professor Karin Michels described coconut oil as 'pure poison,' and that it 'is one of the worst foods you can eat.'
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 512 GB More Popular Than Cheaper 128 GB Version In Preorders
In Samsung's home country of South Korea, the Galaxy Note 9 512 GB model is more popular than the 128 GB model in preorders. More than half of customers chose the 512 GB version despite the over $200 price difference.
Devil May Cry 5 Release Date Revealed In New Gameplay Trailer Featuring Nero's Devil Breakers
A new gameplay trailer from Gamescom 2018 revealed the 'Devil May Cry 5' release date. The video on the newest entry in the stylish action franchise focused on Nero and his Devil Breaker arms.
Twitch Prime No Ads Perk Will End Next Month
New Twitch Prime members will see advertisements while watching content on the streaming platform if they sign up on Sept. 14 or later. The decision to end advertisement-free viewing for Twitch Prime subscribers looks to provide streamers with more income.
