Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
Gmail App For iOS Gets Google Pay Features: How To Send And Request Money Easily
Gmail for iOS got a new update that adds an email snooze option, as well as the ability to make financial transactions via Google Pay. Here's how to send and request money through the Gmail iOS app.
LG TVs Get Smarter With Google Assistant Voice Controls And ThinQ AI
LG announced new home cinema experiences with ThinQ and Google Assistant, and now, it's delivering. Google Assistant is now live in LG's premium Super UHD and OLED smart TVs, so here's what it brings.
Facebook Avatars Could Soon Let Users Better Express Themselves, Like Snapchat Bitmoji
A new feature called Facebook Avatars is currently in the works, aiming to enable users to better express themselves on the social network. It's still in the early stages, but it looks like a Facebook version of Snapchat's Bitmoji.
'Pokémon GO' Summer Tour Announced: Will It Be Better Than The 2017 'Pokémon GO' Fest Disaster?
Niantic has announced a new 'Pokémon GO' Summer Tour that will kick off soon, and it will include a 'Pokémon GO' Fest in Chicago. After last year's massive disaster, has Niantic learned from its mistakes?
Google News Revamp Will Reportedly Make It Faster, With More Video: What To Expect
Google News is getting a significant update soon, with faster loading times thanks to AMP and more. The update will likely debut at Google I/O next week and will consolidate several other Google services.
New Facebook Messenger Malware Can Steal Users' Passwords, Money, Or CPU Power
A new malware called FacexWorm is making rounds on Facebook Messenger and it can steal users' passwords and money, or exploit their PC to mine cryptocurrency. Here's what to look out for.
Public Petition Seeks Apple MacBook Pro Recall Over Keyboard Problems
Apple's butterfly keyboard for MacBooks poses issues as the keys can get stuck from the smallest speck of dust. An online petition now calls on Apple to recall every MacBook Pro since 2016 and replace the keyboards with redesigned ones.
Samsung Galaxy S9 Call Issues Get Fixes With The Latest Update, Rolling Out Now
The Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ are now getting new software updates that finally fix the frustrating call issues. The updates are rolling out now in various regions worldwide.
HTC Announces May 23 Event: Get Ready For The HTC U12 Plus Flagship With Dual Front And Rear Cameras
HTC officially confirmed a smartphone launch event for May 23, when it will likely unveil the HTC U12+ powerhouse with top specs and four cameras. Here's what we know so far about the company's next flagship.
Washington Nurse Potentially Exposed Thousands Of Patients To Hepatitis C: Hospital Offers Free Tests And Treatment
A nurse at the MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, Washington, may have infected 2,600 patients with hepatitis C. The nurse no longer works there, and the hospital is offering free tests to potentially infected patients.
What's The Best Age For Learning A New Language?
Learning a new language can be tricky, and it's best to do it sooner in life for best results. Here's the best age to achieve native-speaker proficiency in another language, according to a new study.
'Fortnite' Season 4 Update Goes Live: Here's What It Brings
The new 'Fortnite' Season 4 update is now live, bringing a number of changes, improvements, new features and options, bug fixes, and more. Here are the biggest changes and the patch note highlights.
How To Live A Long Healthy Life With Simple Habits And 30-Minute Exercises (Or Less)
Leading a healthy lifestyle can add more than a decade to one's life expectancy, and some simple healthy habits can work wonders. Staying fit is also important, so here are some tips for short workouts with great results.
Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge Oreo Updates Officially Confirmed, Coming Soon
Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge owners, rejoice! Samsung officially confirmed the Android 8.0 Oreo update for mid-May, so it's just a couple of weeks away.
Samsung Galaxy A6, Galaxy A6 Plus Leak With Complete Spec Details: What To Expect
New information has surfaced regarding the upcoming Galaxy A6 and Galaxy A6 Plus, with full spec details, official renders, and pricing and release information. Here's what to expect.
PlayStation 5 Production Reportedly Starting Soon, With New Chip In Store
TSMC started high-volume production for a new chip focused on gaming applications, fueling speculation that the PlayStation 5 could enter production soon as well. Here's what we know so far.
'Hellboy: The Board Game' Takes Kickstarter By Storm: More Than $1M Raised In Seconds, With A Month To Go
'Hellboy: The Board Game' launched on Kickstarter and blazed through its initial goal in seconds, raising more than $1 million. Here's what to expect from the game in terms of characters, storyline, and more.
Free-To-Play 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery' RPG Launches On Android And iOS
'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery' is officially available on Android and iOS, coming as a free-to-play RPG with in-app purchases. Here's what to expect in terms of storyline, features, and more.
Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition Brings Parental Controls And Alexa For Kids, At $79.99
Amazon launched a new Echo Dot Kids Edition smart speaker that comes with special features, a kid-friendly Alexa, and a two-year warranty with a free replacement. The device is up for pre-order now at $79.99, and here's what it brings.
Major Gmail Redesign Goes Live With Self-Destructing Emails, Snoozing, And More: Here's What's New
Google officially started rolling out its massive Gmail redesign, bringing a number of big changes. Here's what you need to know about self-destructing emails, confidential mode, email snooze, nudging, and more.
Huawei Reportedly Working On AI Digital Assistant That Can Understand Human Emotions, Not Just Commands
Huawei wants to develop an advanced AI assistant that would be able to understand human emotions and respond accordingly rather than just take and execute basic commands. The assistant should be able to prolong conversations and ease one's loneliness.
Amazon Key Can Deliver Packages To Your Car: Perks And Limitations
Amazon wanted to deliver packages straight to the trunk of your car, and it ensures that it's safe. Amazon Key in-car deliveries are launching in 37 U.S. cities, but only for select vehicles.
T-Mobile Tuesdays Will Offer $4 Tickets To 'Deadpool 2' During Opening Weekend, Early Screening Prize, And More
T-Mobile Tuesdays has special treats in store for 'Deadpool' fans. Prizes and perks include a free trip to NYC for an early 'Deadpool 2' screening, $4 tickets to see the movie during the opening weekend, and more.
PayPal Now Available In Samsung Pay: How To Use It
PayPal integration finally rolled out to Samsung Pay, nearly one year after the announcement. Here's how to set things up in just a few easy steps.
Florida Cops Go To Man's Funeral To Unlock A Smartphone With His Fingerprints
Detectives in Largo, Florida went to a funeral and tried to unlock a smartphone using the deceased's fingerprints. The attempt was unsuccessful.
'Fortnite' Players Can Now Get An eSports Scholarship At Ohio University: How It Works
Ohio's Ashland University will be the first U.S. college to offer up to $4,000 scholarships for 'Fortnite Battle Royale.' Tryouts will start in the fall, so here's what you need to know.
Nokia 7 Plus Launching Soon In The UK, Bundling Free Google Home Mini
The midrange Nokia 7 Plus is now available for preorder in the UK straight from the Nokia store, at a £349.99 price point. The smartphone ships on May 2 and bundles a free Google Home Mini smart speaker.
LinkedIn Bug Could Have Compromised Users' Personal Data, Including Emails And Phone Numbers
A bug in LinkedIn's AutoFill plugin could have allowed attackers to steal user data, including email addresses and phone numbers. LinkedIn says it has now patched the flaw and it didn't find evidence of abuse.
Verizon Allegedly Upgrades Samsung Galaxy S7 Line To Android Oreo, But It's Actually Nougat
The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge received an update and the release notes said it was Android 8.0 Oreo, but it was, in fact, just Android Nougat. On the bright side, the update does bring the latest Android security patch for April.
iPhone SE 2 Could Debut In May Without A Headphone Jack
New information has surfaced regarding the upcoming iPhone SE 2, based on details from a case manufacturer. The smartphone will reportedly make its debut in May and will lose the headphone jack.
