Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
iOS Battery Issues: Apple Admits iPhone 6s Shutdown Problem Is More Widespread, Promises Diagnostic Tool With Next Week's Update
Apple has so far insisted that random shutdowns due to battery issues affected only a small number of iPhone 6s units, but it has now reckoned that it's more widespread. The company said it will include a diagnostic tool in an update next week.
After Tay Disaster, New Microsoft Zo AI-Powered Chatbot Struggles To Be Coherent On Kik
Microsoft tried and failed with Tay, its chatbot that turned racist and sexist in less than 24 hours before being pulled off the market. The company is now at it again with Zo, a new chatbot looking for friends on Kik, but don't expect any deep conversations.
iPhone 8 Rumors: Curved OLED Display Increasingly Likely
Apple has reportedly been gearing up for a beastly iPhone 8 and a double-curved OLED display seems increasingly likely. New information out of Korea claims Apple suppliers have already beefed up production for what may be the hottest phone of 2017.
Google Trusted Contacts Safety App Lets You Share Your Location And Track Loved Ones In An Emergency
Google has released a new safety app called Trusted Contacts, allowing users to share their location or track their loved ones in case of an emergency. The app is easy to use and works even if the phone you're trying to reach is offline.
Verizon Google Pixel Update Rolling Out With Bug Fixes, December Android Security Update
Verizon has released an OTA update for its Google Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones, adding a number of fixes and the latest December Android security patch. The changelog makes no mention of Android 7.1.1 or the double-tap and raise-to-wake features.
Lenovo Moto Z To Rock 5G Moto Mod In 2017
Lenovo promised to introduce new Moto Mods for the Moto Z in 2017 and one such modular extension holds particularly great promise. More specifically, the Moto Z could rock a 5G Moto Mod next year.
Beware Of Fake Apple Chargers: 99 Percent Fail Safety Tests
New research has found that a whopping 99 percent of fake Apple chargers sold online fail basic safety tests. Out of 400 chargers tested, only three had adequate insulation.
Google Pixel Camera Issues: Google Is Aware Of The Problem And Is Working On A Fix
Google Pixel owners have been experiencing camera freezing issues, as well as pink and purple lines on images. Google is reportedly aware of the issues and is 'actively working' on a fix.
As iOS Battery Issues Persist, Apple Says The iPhone Is Intentionally Designed To Shut Down Under Certain Conditions
As reports of iOS battery issues and random iPhone shutdowns keep piling up, Apple insists it is not a battery bug. In a new statement, the company highlights that the iPhone is actually designed to shut down under certain conditions.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 With Android 7.0 Nougat On Board Surfaces On GFXBench: Update Imminent?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 was just spotted on GFXBench running Android 7.0 Nougat, suggesting that an upgrade rollout is just around the corner. The 2015 phablet should also get the Galaxy Note 7's Grace UX.
CyanogenMod 14.1 Nightlies Bring Android 7.1 Nougat Flavor To More Android Smartphones, Including HTC One M8
CyanogenMod 14.1 nightly builds have reached more devices, bringing Android 7.1 Nougat to the scene. Newly supported devices include the HTC One M8, HTC One A9, LG G3 S and more.
SwiftKey Keyboard Offers Premium Themes For Free On Android And iOS As Early Holiday Gift
SwiftKey has made all of its themes available for free on Android and iOS to spread some holiday cheer. More than 100 themes are now available as a free download, including new Vivid themes.
iOS Battery Issues: iPhone 6s Program For Unexpected Shutdown Lets You Check If You're Eligible For A New Battery
Apple recently launched an iPhone 6s battery replacement program to fix an issue that caused some smartphones to randomly shut down. The company has now added a new tool to the program, allowing iPhone 6s owners to check whether their smartphone is eligible for a free battery replacement.
Nokia Comeback Confirmed: First Android Smartphone Coming In The First Half Of 2017
Nokia's new parent company, HMD Global, has officially announced that new Nokia-branded devices running Android will hit the scene in the first half of 2017. HMD promises a new generation of products focused on quality, innovation and durability.
Apple Drones For Apple Maps To Improve Services And Challenge Google Maps: iOS Indoor Mapping Also In The Cards
Apple has been tirelessly working on improving its Maps and it reportedly has big plans for the future. The company plans to use drones to infuse Apple Maps with a range of fresh data to challenge Google Maps, and some indoor mapping is reportedly in the cards as well.
Apple AirPods Release Date: Shipping Will Be 'Over The Next Few Weeks,' Tim Cook Allegedly Says
Apple has delayed the release of its wireless headphones indefinitely, but it finally looks like an AirPods release date is not too far off. In response to a customer email, Tim Cook allegedly said the AirPods should start shipping 'over the next few weeks.'
Gooligan App-Installing Malware Infects 1 Million Android Devices, But Google Says Personal Files And Email Are Safe
Security firm Check Point has issued a warning regarding a new type of Android malware called 'Gooligan,' which has infected more than 1 million devices in just a few months. Google says it found no evidence that the malware compromised personal emails or files.
Santa Tracker 2016: Santa Village Goes Live With Neat Redesign And Pokémon Go-Like 'Present Quest'
Google's Santa Tracker is right on track, and on Dec. 1, the Santa Village goes live with a slew of fun games to count down the days until Christmas. A new 'Present Quest' feature brings Pokémon GO-like action, but there are plenty of other games if you don't want to brave the cold weather.
Apple Turns (RED) For World's AIDS Day, Boosting Efforts And Donations To Fight HIV And AIDS
Apple has expanded its partnership with Bono's (RED) foundation to help provide HIV/AIDS medication and has increased its efforts for this initiative. The company is donating a percentage of Apple sales made with Apple Pay and is putting up (RED) signs at 400 of its stores.
Netflix Offline Viewing Finally Possible: You Can Now Download Your Favorite Shows And Watch Them Offline
Netflix has finally added offline viewing, now allowing users to download movies and TV shows at no extra cost. Most Netflix content is already available for offline viewing, with more to come.
BMW, Ford, VW And Daimler Join Forces To Challenge Tesla With EV Charging Network In Europe
BMW, Daimler, Ford and Volkswagen formed a joint venture to install a fast-charging EV network in Europe to counter 'range anxiety.' The automakers will roll out 400 EV charging stations at first, with thousands of charge points to follow by 2020.
Fearing America Under Donald Trump, The Internet Archive Wants A Backup In Canada
The Internet Archive has announced plans to back up its data in Canada, fearing an unpredictable America under Donald Trump. With this move, the U.S. nonprofit wants to make sure its data remains safe, private and accessible regardless of Trump's reign.
Twitter Adds Direct Reply Count And Ranked Conversations On Mobile
Twitter finally extended the ranked conversations system to its iOS and Android mobile apps as well, as it promised last year. Moreover, the microblogging platform has also added Direct Message Counts to see the total number of replies at a glance.
Facebook Instant Games Bring The Fun Right Into Your Messenger And News Feed: 17 Games With More To Come
Facebook Instant Games now bring a new HTML5 cross-platform gaming experience to Facebook Messenger and the Facebook News Feed, both on mobile and the web. Games such as 'Pac-Man,' 'Space Invaders,' 'Words With Friends' and other are now available, with more to come.
Apple Tops Holiday Wish Lists: The iPhone Is 2016's Must-Have Tech Gift
Piper Jaffray conducted its annual survey on holiday spending intentions and found that Apple's devices top this year's holiday wishlists. The iPhone is the most wanted holiday gift, followed by Apple's MacBook.
Sony Xperia XZ Drops To $499 In US On Amazon, $150 Off
Amazon has shaved $150 off the price of the Sony Xperia XZ, selling the smartphone at $499.99. The discounted Xperia XZ is an unlocked, GSM/ LTE model and is available in three color options.
AT&T DirecTV Now Goes Live On Nov. 30: Prices, Programming Packages, Supported Devices, Perks And All You Need To Know
AT&T has officially announced all necessary details for its DirecTV Now internet TV streaming service, set to launch on Nov. 30. Here's all you need to know about programming packages, pricing, promos, supported devices, freebies and more.
Amazon Holiday Jobs: Company Hiring 120,000 Temporary Workers At US Warehouses, Tapping Robots For Faster Training
Amazon has started to prepare for a busy shopping season, and it's reportedly boosting its workforce by 40 percent at U.S. warehouses, adding 120,000 temporary employees. With the help of robots and other tech, Amazon will also shrink training time from six weeks to just two days.
SF Muni Ransomware Hackers Threaten To Expose 30 GB Of Stolen Data Unless They Get $73K Ransom
The attackers behind the SF Muni hack this past weekend have reportedly asked for 100 Bitcoin, or roughly $73,000, as ransom. Otherwise, the hackers threatened to expose 30 GB of stolen data.
San Francisco Public Transportation Free For A Day After Muni Metro Line Hack
SF Muni rides were free all day on Saturday, after its computer systems were hacked. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency didn't know who was behind the hack, or what they wanted for ransom.
