Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
AT&T DirecTV Now Streaming Service Launching Soon At $35 Per Month To Disrupt Cable TV
AT&T dropped a bomb on the cable television market, announcing the launch of its DirecTV Now online streaming service. Aggressively priced at $35, DirecTV Now will sport more than 100 channels to offer a cheaper alternative to cable TV.
Google Pixel And Pixel XL: Top 5 Drawbacks That May Be Deal Breakers For Some
The Google Pixel and Pixel XL are among the hottest smartphones currently on the market, but they're not perfect. Here are the top five drawbacks that may weigh down on your pros and cons list.
Facebook Messenger Getting PayPal Payments And Notifications In US
PayPal and Facebook have teamed up: Facebook Messenger is now getting PayPal payments and notifications. The move aims to make mobile commerce simpler, smarter and more secure for merchants and consumers alike.
Facebook Messenger Desktop App Gets Long Overdue Update: Voice And Video Calling On Windows 10
The Facebook Messenger desktop app for Windows 10 got a long-awaited update, finally enabling users to place voice and video calls straight within the app. Here's how it works.
'Pokémon GO' ... Soon Gone? Winter Is Coming
'Tis the winter of our discontent, Pokémon GO players. Will you be roaming the streets hunting for Pokémon in the freezing weather, or is the game approaching its demise?
iPhone 8 To Rock Surprise Revolutionary Design Unlike Any Other Smartphone: Sounds Good, But Unlikely
Apple is celebrating the iPhone's 10th annyversary in 2017, so the iPhone 8 should be pretty special. According to one report, it will actually be unlike any other smartphone we've seen so far.
Donald Trump To Block $85 Billion AT&T Time Warner Acquisition If He Becomes President
AT&T wants to buy Time Warner for $85.4 billion, but it may face some tough opposition. Donald Trump said that if he becomes president of the United States following the Nov. 8 elections, he would block AT&T's deal.
Chinese Firm Confirms Its DVRs, Internet-Connected Cameras Were Pawns In Friday's DDoS Attack
A Chinese electronics maker confirmed that its DVRs and internet-connected cameras were used as pawns in Friday's massive DDoS attack. Mirai malware-powered botnets were behind at least some of the disruption that took down Reddit, Netflix, Twitter and others.
Google Pixel Water Resistance Test: 30 Minutes Underwater? How About An Hour? [Video]
Google Pixel and Pixel XL have IP53 ratings, but are they really water resistant? A video of the Pixel phone spending 30 minutes submerged in water may offer some clues.
Apple To Unveil MacBooks At October Event, But No iMac Or Display Until Next Year
Apple should announce a new 13-inch MacBook, as well as 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro models at its Oct. 27 event, but might leave the desktop side for another occasion. New iMacs and 5K external display will reportedly not be ready until next year.
AT&T Reportedly Mulling Time Warner Acquisition, Already In Advanced Talks: Announcement Could Be This Weekend
AT&T is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Time Warner, likely gunning for its popular programming. The companies could make an announcement as soon as this weekend, but would this deal be a good idea?
Donald Trump Posts Spark Facebook Divide: Employees Want Hate Speech Removed, But Zuck Says No
Donald Trump's recent posts about Muslin immigration have fired a heated debate at Facebook headquarters. Facebook employees want to remove the posts as hate speech, but Zuckerberg said no.
Internet Service Recovering After Cyberattacks That Took Down Twitter, Netflix, Reddit And More, But Should We Brace For Worse?
A wave of at least two cyberattacks destabilized the internet and crippled major websites such as Netflix, Reddit, Spotify, Twitter and others. Services have resumed, but these massive DDoS attacks on DNS servers are just the beginning.
LG V20 Preorders Open On Sprint And US Cellular Ahead Of Oct. 28 Release: Prices And Options
Sprint and U.S. Cellular have now joined AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile in taking preorders for the LG V20. Here's all you need to know about pricing, availability, options and perks.
DJI Mavic Pro MIA? Not Anymore: Foldable Drone Starts Shipping At Last
The DJI Mavic Pro release has faced a one-week delay, but customers are now in for some good news. DJI officially announced that it started shipping the Mavic Pro on Oct. 21, so eager fans should get it soon enough.
After 17 Years, Microsoft Shares Finally Hit All-Time High: Thanks To Cloud Computing
Microsoft finally hit its first all-time high in 17 years, since December 1999. The company reported strong results for the first fiscal quarter, largely thanks to its growing cloud computing business.
Google Opens NYC Pop-Up Shop In SoHo, But You Can't Buy Anything
Google has officially opened its pop-up shop in New York City, showing off its latest products. You can learn more about the new Google Pixel smartphones, Daydream and Google Home, but you can't actually buy anything.
2016 Razer Blade Pro Desktop-Grade Gaming Laptop Rocks GTX 1080 Graphics, Vapor Cooling And Mechanical Keyboard [Video]
Razer officially unveiled its 2016 Blade Pro gaming laptop and it's a desktop-grade beast. The laptop rocks a 4K display, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 graphics, vapor cooling and a cool mechanical keyboard, but it also comes with a price to match.
Google's YouTube Unplugged Live TV Service Taps CBS As First Major Network, Plans Attractive 'Skinny' Bundle
Google has reportedly signed CBS as its first major network for the upcoming live TV service called YouTube Unplugged. The company is also in advanced talks with NBCUniversal, Disney and Fox, and plans an attractive 'skinny' bundle.
Airbnb Wants NYC Crackdown: New Rules Proposed For New York City Hosts
Airbnb has proposed new measures to regulate hosts in New York, as it's facing some tough legislation ahead. If a new bill passes in less than two weeks, some Airbnb hosts in NYC could face hefty fines of up to $7,500.
Samsung Galaxy S8 To Borrow Galaxy Note 7 Tech?
The next-generation Samsung Galaxy S8 will reportedly borrow two top features from the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7. After two recalls for the same defective device, Samsung has to go big or go home.
T-Mobile FCC Settlement: Uncarrier To Pay Hefty $48 Million Fine For Misleading Unlimited Data Customers
T-Mobile has reached a settlement with the FCC and agreed to pay $48 million for misleading customers to believe its unlimited data plans were truly unlimited, when in fact customers faced throttled speeds after exceeding a certain monthly data threshold.
Bill Belichick Bashes Microsoft Surface Tablets On NFL Sidelines: 'They're Just Too Undependable'
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick had enough of Microsoft's Surface tablets malfunctioning on the NFL sidelines. In a five-minute rant, Belichick bashes the tablets' issues, arguing that they're 'just too undependable.'
$1,160 High-Tech Robotic Snoo Crib May Be Sleep-Deprived Parents' New Best Friend
A new high-tech robo-crib from Yves Behar aims to make those sleepless nights a thing of the past for sleep-deprived parents. The smart cradle will instantly calm fussy babies by rocking them to sleep and playing womb-like white noise.
Netflix On The Rise Thanks To 'Narcos' And 'Stranger Things': Record Revenue And Impressive Subscriber Growth
Netflix has posted strong third quarter results driven by 'Stranger Things' and 'Narcos.' The company saw record revenue as well as impressive subscriber growth far better than expected.
'Red Dead Redemption 2' Official At Last, Headed To PS4 And Xbox One: Trailer Coming Oct. 20
Rockstar Games has officially announced the highly anticipated 'Red Dead Redemption 2,' set to hit PS4 and Xbox One next fall. The game will also rock a 'brand new online multiplayer experience,' and an exciting trailer will drop this week.
Project Titan Headed Down The Gutter: Hundreds Of Layoffs, Apple Car Not Happening
Apple reportedly hit a wall with Project Titan and it's now dismantling and reorganizing the team amid hundreds of layoffs and departures. The Apple Car will apparently never happen, but expect some autonomous driving system in the future.
Google Flights Now Helps You Find The Cheapest Airplane Tickets And The Best Time To Book
Google has rolled out a cool, new Google Flights, offering price tracking options just in time for the holidays. The company aims to help users get the best deals on airplane tickets and hotel accommodation.
Apple Pushes iOS 10.0.3 Update To Fix iPhone 7 Connectivity Issues
Apple has issued a new iOS update specifically for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, delivering a priority bug fix. If you've been experiencing iPhone 7 connectivity issues, this update is for you.
Salesforce CEO Says Twitter Is Not 'The Right Fit,' No Deal: Twitter Shares Tumble
Twitter is bleeding suitors, as Salwsforce is officially out of the race. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff confirmed that his company is not interested in acquiring Twitter, arguing that it's not 'the right fit.'
