Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Nintendo Reveals Plans For E3 2017: First Playable 'Super Mario Odyssey' Demo, 'Splatoon 2' And 'Arms' Tournaments, And More
Nintendo revealed its plans for the upcoming E3 2017 in June, with the company preparing to showcase upcoming Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS titles. Attendees will also be able to try out the first playable demo of 'Super Mario Odyssey.'
Apple's iPhone 8 Will Cost At Least $1,000: Here's Why It's So Expensive
A Goldman Sachs research note corroborates with previous reports that the iPhone 8 will have a price tag that starts at $1,000. What will make the premium smartphone so expensive, and will people buy it?
Some Samsung Galaxy S8 Owners Are Experiencing Audio Problems: How To Fix It
Some Samsung Galaxy S8 owners are reporting audio issues that suddenly cut off the sound from the smartphone's speakers. Samsung has not rolled out an official fix, but here are some things to try to solve the problem.
These HP Laptops Secretly Record Your Key Strokes: How To Protect Yourself
Security researcher ModZero discovered that some HP laptops come with pre-installed keylogger software that records what users press on the keyboard. What models are affected, and what should owners of affected devices do to protect themselves?
Blizzard Fires Back At 'Overwatch' eSports League Controversy: Is The Franchise Fee For A Team Really $20 Million?
ESPN claimed that Blizzard is struggling to attract teams to join the Overwatch League, primarily because the franchise fee is a whopping $20 million. Blizzard has released a statement to fire back at the controversial report.
OnePlus 5 Leaked Specs Sheet, Price, And Geekbench Score Suggest A Smartphone More Powerful Than Samsung Galaxy S8
New leaks regarding the successor to the OnePlus 3T, the OnePlus 5, reveal a legitimate challenger to Samsung's Galaxy S8. The smartphone is more powerful than Samsung's flagship device but at a lower price.
The Sims Mobile Coming Soon To iOS And Android: How Is It Different From Past 'The Sims' Games?
Electronic Arts announced 'The Sims Mobile' for iOS and Android devices. Unlike previous spinoffs, the game looks like it will closely resemble the traditional 'The Sims' experience, with players able to unlock careers, level up skills, and progress through generations.
New iPhone 8 Render Shows Off Apple's Upcoming Premium Smartphone: Samsung, You Should Be Scared
A video featuring a render of the iPhone 8 offers a good glimpse on what Apple's premium smartphone would look like. The render features an edge-to-edge OLED display and no Touch ID sensor at the back.
Microsoft Scrambles To Fix 'Crazy Bad' Zero-Day Vulnerability In Windows: What Makes The Bug So Dangerous?
Microsoft has rolled out an emergency patch to fix a severe zero-day bug in Windows that exposes users to massive risk. Why is the bug considered to be the worst remote code execution vulnerability for Windows in recent memory?
Google Acquires Successful VR Game Studio Behind 'Job Simulator' And 'Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality'
Google has purchased Owlchemy Labs, the studio behind popular VR titles such as 'Job Simulator' and 'Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality.' How will Google's Daydream platform benefit from the acquisition?
The Next 'Mass Effect' Game Might Take A While: BioWare Places Franchise On Hiatus
BioWare has placed the 'Mass Effect' franchise on hiatus just a couple of months after the release of 'Mass Effect: Andromeda.' The series will still continue, but the next game might take a while.
Amazon Echo Show Unveiled: How Does The New Smart Speaker Compare To Other Amazon Echo Models?
The Amazon Echo Show is the latest addition to Amazon's growing line of Alexa-powered smart speakers. How does the new model compare to the original Amazon Echo, the Amazon Echo Tap, the Amazon Echo Dot, and the Amazon Echo Look?
First Screenshot Of 'Assassin's Creed: Origins' Leaked: Ancient Egypt Setting Confirmed For The Prequel
The next title in the long-running 'Assassin's Creed' franchise is now confirmed to be 'Assassin's Creed: Origins.' A screenshot revealed that the game, said to be a prequel to the series, will take place in ancient Egypt.
11-Year-Old Buys Second-Hand Copy Of 'GTA V' From GameStop, Gets A Free Bag Of Meth
An 11-year-old boy who purchased a second-hand copy of 'Grand Theft Auto V' discovered a small packet containing a white substance hidden in the manual's pages. The substance turned out to be methamphetamine, or meth.
Tunnel Caves In At Hanford Nuclear Waste Site In Washington State: Is There A Radiation Leak?
A part of an underground tunnel at the Hanford nuclear waste site in Washington State collapsed, forcing the evacuation of some workers. The tunnel contained rail cars filled with radioactive waste, leading to concerns of a radiation leak.
Minecraft For Nintendo Switch To Launch On May 11: How Is It Better Than The Nintendo Wii U Version?
The Nintendo Switch version of 'Minecraft' is set to be released on May 11. The updated game is better than its Nintendo Wii U version for a variety of reasons, including the free addition of the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack.
Hackers Inject Malware Into Video App HandBrake For Mac: How To Check If Your Computer Is Compromised
Hackers were able to compromise one of the download mirrors for the Mac version of the popular open source video transcoder app HandBrake. Users who recently downloaded the software are advised to check if their computer has been infected with malware.
FCC Claims Website Crash Caused By DDoS Attacks, Not John Oliver's Call For Net Neutrality's Last Stand
Comedian and TV show host invited viewers to take their last stand in protecting net neutrality. The public comment system of the FCC website crashed afterward, with the FCC insisting that the incident was caused by multiple DDoS attacks.
iPhone 8 Delay Not True? Apple Expected To Announce Premium Smartphone In September, Start Selling It In October
A new report claims that there will be no delay in the mass production and release date of the premium iPhone 8, contrary to previous rumors. Users excited for the smartphone may expect it to be released in October.
Xbox Head Confirms No Issues With Project Scorpio: Release On Track For This Year's Holidays
Microsoft is apparently on track to release the highly anticipated Xbox Project Scorpio in this year's holiday season. The specific launch date, alongside more details regarding the console, is expected to be revealed at the upcoming E3.
Is Nintendo Back In The Game? Nintendo Switch Success, Glowing New Nintendo 2DS XL Reviews Scream YES
Nintendo struggled for five years after the release of the Nintendo Wii U. However, the early success of the Nintendo Switch and the glowing reviews for the New Nintendo 2DS XL reveal that the company is back in the game.
Amazon May Unveil New Echo Tomorrow: 7-Inch Touchscreen And Video Call Support For More Than $200
Amazon may unveil a new model for the Amazon Echo as soon as Tuesday, May 9. The new Amazon Echo, which will come with a 7-inch touchscreen and video calling support, will reportedly carry a price tag of more than $200.
Users Around Pacific Rim Report #FacebookDown On Twitter: Is Godzilla To Blame?
Facebook briefly suffered from a wide global outage, pushing users to log in to their Twitter accounts to vent out their frustrations. Most reports of #FacebookDown came from the West Coast of the United States, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
Microsoft Surface Phone Releasing Soon? Mobile Device Could Be Announced At New Surface Event In Shanghai
In an interview, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella provided subtle hints on the long rumored Surface Phone. The mobile device could possibly be unveiled very soon at an upcoming Surface event in Shanghai.
Netflix Renews Controversial '13 Reasons Why' For Second Season: What Will It Be About?
Netflix has renewed '13 Reasons Why' for a second season, despite the calls against the show due to its depiction of suicide, rape, and bullying. When will the controversial series return, and what will the plot be all about?
Apple Exec Mocks Amazon Echo And Google Home, Hints Upcoming Siri Smart Speaker Will Have A Screen
Apple executive Phil Schiller mocked the Amazon Echo and Google Home before hinting that the upcoming Siri smart speaker will have a screen. The company's pending entry into the smart speaker market has suddenly become even more interesting.
Apple TV Will Soon Have Amazon Prime Video App: Are Apple And Amazon Finally Friends Again?
A report claimed that the Apple TV will soon have an Amazon Prime Video app to make it easier to access streaming content on the set-top box. Does this mean that rival tech companies Apple and Amazon are now friends?
Here's The First Look At The Amazon Echo With Touch Screen: Amazon To Officially Unveil Device This Month
A new version of the Amazon Echo with a built-in camera and touch screen is expected to be unveiled this month. Discovered images provide a first look at the device, which is also expected to come with improved speakers.
Nintendo PlayStation Prototype Suddenly Starts Working: Here's A Look At What Could Have Been
Modder Ben Heckendorn has finally been able to restore the Nintendo PlayStation to working condition. The prototype, discovered almost two years ago in a box of junk, is the product of a short-lived partnership between Nintendo and Sony.
Tesla Model Y Coming Soon: Elon Musk Teased Exciting Details About The Upcoming Electric Compact SUV
Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared several exciting details about the upcoming Model Y. The electric compact SUV is expected to start production as early as late 2019, and will be as affordable as the Model 3.
