Articles by Aaron Mamiit
Apple Responds To Toxic, Sexist Work Environment Allegations: HR Chief Says Company Has Taken Action
Apple's HR chief responded to the allegations that the company has a toxic and sexist work environment by stating that Apple has taken action. She added that Apple CEO Tim Cook was also involved in the process.
Analysts: iPhone 7 Sales Could Reach 100 Million Units By The End Of The Year Due To Galaxy Note 7 Recall
Analysts expect sales of the iPhone 7 to reach 100 million units before the year ends. Among the reasons for the strong performance of Apple's flagship smartphone is the worldwide recall launched by rival Samsung for the Galaxy Note 7.
Nintendo Handheld Consoles Skyrocket In August: Sales Up 83 Percent For 3DS, 500 Percent For 2DS
Nintendo's sales of its handheld gaming consoles skyrocketed for August, with an 83 percent increase for the 3DS and an over 500 percent boost for the 2DS. Among the reasons for the improvement is the excitement surrounding the 'Pokémon' franchise.
Pokémon GO Plus Has Some Surprise Features: It Now Looks Like A Steal At $35
Ever since its announcement, the Pokémon GO Plus accessory was met with skepticism due to certain limitations. The 'Pokémon GO' peripheral, however, was launched with hidden features that now make it well worth the $35 price tag.
Microsoft Desktop Bridge Hard At Work: First Apps Ported To Universal Windows Platform Now Available For Windows 10 Users
The first desktop apps ported into the Universal Windows Platform are now available for Windows 10 users through the Windows Store. Among the apps are Arduino IDE, Evernote and PhotoScape.
PS4 Gangster Sim 'Yakuza 6' Will Let You Run A Japanese Cat Cafe, Has No Loading Screens
Sega's upcoming open-world gangster simulation, 'Yakuza 6,' will feature a sidequest that allows players to rescue stray cats and manage a cat cafe. The PlayStation 4 exclusive will also be seamless, with players to see no loading screens.
Tesla Tapped To Supply Power To Los Angeles: World's Largest Lithium-Ion Battery Project To Be Completed By Year End
Tesla Energy, the energy solutions arm of Tesla Motors, has been tapped to build the world's biggest lithium-ion battery storage project. The Powerpacks will help in supplying power to Los Angeles.
First Lawsuit Filed Against Samsung For Exploding Galaxy Note 7: Many More To Come?
A man from Florida has filed what could be the first lawsuit in the United States against Samsung related to the exploding battery of the Galaxy Note 7. Will there be more lawsuits in the near future for the company?
Study Finds Over 11,000 Daily Incidents Of Distracted Drivers, Pedestrians Due To 'Pokémon GO': Safety First, Pokémon Trainers!
A study found over 11,000 cases per day of distracted drivers, passengers and pedestrians due to playing 'Pokémon GO' by taking a look at Twitter posts. Pokémon trainers, please be more careful when playing the game.
Twitter Launches First Live Stream Of An NFL Game: Fumble Or Touchdown?
The first streamed NFL game on Twitter, a match between the New York Jets and the Buffalo Bills, has finished. Was it a touchdown for users, or did Twitter fumble the live stream?
Apple Seems To Be Really Serious With Augmented Reality: Hirings Include Former Oculus, Magic Leap Employees
Apple CEO Tim Cook has hinted that the company sees augmented reality and virtual reality in its future. Recent hirings reveal that Apple is really serious about the move.
UFC Champ Conor McGregor, 'Game Of Thrones' Star Kit Harington Featured In Latest 'Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare' Story Trailer
UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor and 'Game of Thrones' star Kit Harington was featured in the official story trailer for 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare.' Will the video also be massively downvoted?
Leica Unveils $299 Sofort: Luxury Instant Camera Features Multiple Automatic Modes, Selfie Mode And Uses Fujifilm's Instax Film
The $299 Leica Sofort is a luxury instant camera with a variety of automatic modes and a selfie mode. It will be released into the market in November.
Leaked Apple Emails Reveal Work Environment That's Toxic And Sexist: Is Tim Cook Doing Anything About It?
An extensive report reveals what is allegedly a sexist and toxic work environment at Apple. According to leaked emails, there is a problem on how women are being treated among the company's teams.
iOS 10 Control Center Quick Guide: Here's How To Use It And Its Hidden Features
With the iOS 10 update, Apple revamped the Control Center. Here is how to use the updated tool, along with the hidden features associated with it.
Galaxy Note 7 Worldwide Recall Has A Silver Lining For Samsung, And It Involves The Galaxy S8
The worldwide recall for the Galaxy Note 7 has been a nightmare for Samsung and its customers. However, there may be a silver lining behind all the issues, and it involves the company's next flagship device, the Galaxy S8.
Tesla Motors 'Pushing The Envelope' On Safety, Mobileye Chairman Says: Autopilot Not Meant For Driverless System
Mobileye said in June that it will not be extending its partnership with Tesla Motors. In an interview with Reuters, Mobileye chairman and CTO Amnon Shashua revealed the reason for this decision.
Apple Is Asking MacBook Pro Owners If They Use The Headphone Jack: Will The Port Be Available In the 2016 Version?
Apple has recently been sending surveys to MacBook Pro owners, with one of the more notable questions focusing on the headphone jack. Will the port be available on the 2016 model, or will it also be taken out?
New Shingles Vaccine Proving To Be Effective In Testing: Protection Still Provided After 4 Years
GSK's experimental vaccine against shingles, named Shingrix, is proving to be effective in testing. In addition to providing highly effective protection, its effect also lasts longer compared with available vaccines.
Udacity To Launch Self-Driving Car Nanodegree Program: Partners Are Mercedes-Benz, Nvidia, Otto, Didi Chuxing
Udacity will soon offer a self-driving car nanodegree program for people who are looking to work in the burgeoning industry. Applications of the program are now being accepted, with the first class to start in the middle of October.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Claims AirPods Don't Fall Out Even While Dancing Or On Treadmill: Hard Truth Or Marketing Move?
Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the upcoming AirPods do not fall out of his ears even while he is on the treadmill or dancing. Customers should not be concerned then that they will lose the wireless earbuds.
Facebook Messenger Rooms Feature Coming Soon? Here's What Clues In Messenger's iOS Source Code Reveal
According to a TechCrunch report, Facebook is hiding an unreleased feature named Rooms in the source code of Messenger. The feature is similar to the standalone app of Facebook that was shut down in late 2015.
Apple Rolls Out watchOS 3: New Features Include Scribble, App Dock, Activity Sharing, SOS And Many More
Apple has rolled out the watchOS 3 update alongside the iOS 10. What new features can Apple Watch users expect from the new wearable device operating system?
Niantic Labs CEO Drops More Hints On The Future Of 'Pokémon GO': Android Wear Support, PvP Battles, New Pokémon And More
Niantic Labs CEO John Hanke dropped more hints on the future of 'Pokémon GO' at the annual TechCrunch Disrupt. Among the things he said is the planned support for the Android Wear platform.
Galaxy Note 7 Explodes In Hands Of 6-Year-Old Boy: This Is What Samsung Has Been Afraid Of [Update: Smartphone Was The Galaxy Core, Not Galaxy Note 7]
A 6-year-old boy from Brooklyn suffered from burns on his hands and body after a Galaxy Note 7 exploded while he was watching videos. Samsung has reached out to the boy's family regarding the incident.
Former LG Employee Accuses LG, Samsung Of Driving Down Wages Through Non-Poaching Agreement
A former sales manager for LG Electronics has filed a lawsuit against his former employer and Samsung Electronics, alleging that the two companies have a non-poaching agreement. The arrangement drives employee wages down and violates antitrust regulations.
iPhone 7 Mistakes: The Top 7 Things We Hate About The New Apple Smartphone
While the iPhone 7 is certainly powerful with new features and improvements, Apple may have made mistakes on the smartphone. Here are the top seven things we hate about the upcoming device.
Chevrolet Bolt EV Will Have 238-Mile Range, EPA Says: Your Move, Tesla
The EPA has rated the upcoming all-electric Chevrolet Bolt with a range of 238 miles, beating the expected 215-mile range of the Tesla Model 3. The Bolt will also be launched about a year earlier than the Model 3.
Samsung Losing Customers To Apple Due To Galaxy Note 7 Exploding Batteries: About Half Will Switch To The iPhone 7, Poll Says
Polls launched by CNET revealed that 48.5 percent of Galaxy Note 7 customers will be switching to Apple's iPhone 7 amid the ongoing worldwide recall. Alarmingly, 9.5 percent of respondents said that they will not be availing Samsung's exchange offer.
'Titanfall: Frontline' Digital Card Game Coming To iOS, Android This Fall
"Titanfall: Frontline" is a free-to-play digital card game coming to iOS and Android this fall. Players will assume the roles of brigade commanders and battle against each other in real-time combat using Pilot, Titan and Burn cards.
