Articles by Aaron Mamiit
A Different Kind Of 'Overwatch' Nerf: Reaper's Hellfire Shotgun Turned Into Nerf Blaster
Blizzard revealed the Nerf Rival Overwatch Reaper Wight Edition blaster at Comic-Con International: San Diego. The Hellfire Shotgun-inspired blaster is the first in a series of new Nerf guns that will be based on weapons of various 'Overwatch' heroes.
Dozens Of 'Zombie' Raccoons Found Dead In New York's Central Park: What's Happening?
Officials have found dozens of dead raccoons in New York's Central Park, killed by a viral outbreak that is causing the animals to exhibit zombie-like behavior. What is happening to the animals, and should people stay away from them?
The European Space Agency Will Launch A New Mars Rover, And You Can Help Name It
The European Space Agency announced a contest to help name the ExoMars rover, which is scheduled to land on the Red Planet in March 2021. Will it be named Marsy McMarsface?
Pokémon GO Cheaters Will Be Perma-Banned After 3 Violations
Niantic Labs finally placed its campaign against 'Pokémon GO' cheaters into writing with its Three-Strike Discipline Policy. In most cases, cheaters will get their 'Pokémon GO' accounts banned after three infractions.
Xbox Ultimate Game Sale Returns: Here Are The Best Deals For Xbox One Games
The Xbox Ultimate Game Sale has returned, giving players a chance to buy discounted Xbox One games. Some of the best deals in the annual sale include 'Assassin's Creed: Origins,' 'Far Cry 5,' 'Fortnite,' PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' and 'Sea of Thieves.'
New Armored Dinosaur Species Discovered In Utah Named 'Thorny Head'
A new armored dinosaur species discovered in Utah has been named Akainacephalus johnsoni, with its first name meaning 'thorny head.' The ankylosaurid further confirms that there were at least two immigration events that happened in the late Cretaceous period.
Buyer, Beware: This $100 Fake iPhone X Is A Security Nightmare
Motherboard investigated a $100 fake iPhone X that one of its writers purchased in China. The counterfeit iPhone X looked like the real thing, but it was discovered to be filled with malware and backdoors.
The Samsung Galaxy S9 Did Something That No Other Galaxy S Smartphone Has Done, And It's Not Good
The Samsung Galaxy S9 did something in the second quarter that no other Galaxy S device has ever done. Samsung is likely hoping that its next flagship device, the Galaxy Note 9, will not do the same thing.
Scientists Discover Oldest Baby Snake Fossil In Amber: Here's Why It's So Important
A baby snake fossil has been found preserved in amber from the Kachin region of Myanmar. The discovery is important because it revealed that snakes may have moved to forests from coastal regions earlier than previously thought, among other things.
Microsoft Will Reveal New Xbox One Bundles And Accessories At Gamescom: What Could They Be?
Microsoft's Larry Hryb said that new Xbox One bundles and accessories will be unveiled at Gamescom 2018. An earlier version of his blog post, however, raised speculations that the Xbox Two is on its way.
Future VR Headsets Will Only Need 1 USB-C Cable, To End The Problem Of Tangled Wires
A consortium made up of virtual reality rivals such as Oculus, Valve, Microsoft, AMD, and Nvidia worked together to create the VirtualLink specification. The technology will look to solve the tangled wires problem of VR headsets.
World Of Warcraft Subscription Fee Now Also Includes Access To Base Game And Most Expansions
Blizzard overhauled the 'World of Warcraft' subscription model ahead of the Battle for Azeroth release. Players will now only need to pay the $15 monthly subscription fee to gain access to the base game and its first six expansions.
Jupiter Moons Now Up To 79 After 10 More Confirmed, Including 1 That May Collide With Others
A team of astronomers discovered 12 new Jupiter moons in March 2017, and the remaining 10 have just been confirmed to bring the total Jupiter moon count to 79. However, one of the new moons, Valetudo, is different.
No Man's Sky Next Update Will Add Full Multiplayer, But Is It Too Late?
The massive Next update, coming on July 24, will enable true 'No Man's Sky' multiplayer two years after the game was released. Hello Games will deliver its promise of a full multiplayer experience, but is it too late?
ADHD Symptoms In Teens Linked To How Often They Use Digital Media
A study revealed that teens who spend more time using digital media are more prone to developing ADHD symptoms. However, while the research found a plausible link, parents should not panic and cut off teenagers from technology.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Price Leaks, With Best Look At The Flagship Smartphone So Far
The Galaxy Note 9 price has leaked, though it may come as bad news to fans of the Galaxy Note line. Prolific leaker Evan Blass also tweeted what appears to be the best look so far at the upcoming smartphone.
Google Pixelbook Discount Will Let You Save $250, But You Need To Avail The Offer Right Now
The online Google Store is offering $250 discounts for the entire line of Pixelbooks. The Google Pixelbook is the most powerful and most expensive Chromebook, and users who want to take advantage of the offer should do so right now.
Diamonds Are Not So Rare, If You Look Deep Inside Earth
Diamonds are not as rare as previously thought when taking a look at the entire geological picture of the planet. Scientists have discovered over a quadrillion tons of diamonds hidden deep inside the Earth.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Will Launch 3 Models Like 2018 iPhone, But With Feature That Might Set It Apart
The Samsung Galaxy S10 will come in three models like the 2018 iPhone, but it will introduce the in-display fingerprint sensor. More details about the new feature have surfaced, including why it took so long to launch.
Apple Celebrates World Emoji Day By Unveiling Over 70 New Emojis In iOS 12
Apple is making it an annual tradition to preview new iOS emojis during World Emoji Day. New emojis coming to iOS 12 include more hair options, smiley faces with a wider range of emotions, and additional animal and food icons.
Nintendo Labo Creators Contest Winners Include 'The Legend Of Zelda' Piano, Alarm Clock, And Solar-Powered Accordion
Nintendo recognized several amazing projects in the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest, which divided the entries into three categories. Among the Nintendo Labo creations that were highlighted, arguably the most impressive one was a solar-powered accordion.
Pininfarina PFO Electric Hypercar Will Reach Top Speed Of 250 MPH: Will It Beat The Tesla Roadster?
The Pininfarina PFO electric hypercar will feature a top speed of 250 miles per hour, a zero to 60 miles per hour time faster than 2 seconds, and a range of 300 miles. Will it beat the new Tesla Roadster?
The North Korea Tuberculosis Problem Is Getting Worse, And The United States Is To Blame
The United States is championing international sanctions that are preventing medical supplies against tuberculosis from entering North Korea. Tuberculosis is under control in developed countries through vaccines and medicine, but the disease is getting worse in North Korea.
Last NASA Cape Canaveral Launch Towers Demolished: Watch The Destruction Unfold
Launch Complex 17, the last two NASA launch towers at Cape Canaveral, were demolished after 62 years of service. High-profile NASA missions that were launched from the site include the Pioneer probes and the Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity.
2018 MacBook Pro Models Offer Biggest Performance Improvement Since 2011, Geekbench Shows
Preliminary Geekbench results revealed that the 2018 MacBook Pro models offer the biggest performance improvements since 2011. Even better news for MacBook Pro fans is that the Geekbench scores are expected to go even higher in the coming weeks.
Google Phone App For Android Now Able To Block Spam Calls: Here's How To Activate The Feature
The Google Phone app for Android has been updated to better handle spam. Users are now able to activate a feature that will automatically send suspected spam calls to voicemail without any notifications.
Modder Fixes Typo In 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' Code, Making The Game Suck A Bit Less
A typo in the 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' code played a part in the game's horrible AI. The shooter is currently on sale with a 90 percent discount, taking its price from $30 to $3.
NASA Juno Spacecraft May Have Found Hidden Volcano In Jupiter Moon Io
The NASA Juno spacecraft may have spotted a hidden volcano on Io, one of the dozens of moons of Jupiter. NASA is expecting more clues on the previously undiscovered heat source from the space probe's next flyby.
YouTube TV Apologizes For World Cup Outage: Here's How To Get A Free Week Of Service
A YouTube TV outage happened right in the middle of one of the most important matches of the 2018 World Cup. The streaming service apologized for the blunder, while also offering a free week of service to affected users.
Octopath Traveler Review Roundup: Square Enix Brings Its Magic To The Nintendo Switch
'Octopath Traveler,' a new Square Enix RPG for the Nintendo Switch, is finally here. Reviews on the game have been mostly positive, making it a must-buy for fans of the genre.
