Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
Apple iPad Pro 2 Hype: First Photos Allegedly Showing The Device Surface Online
Apple has reportedly started working on an iPad Pro 2, with production set to commence in late September. The first alleged photos of the device have now surfaced online.
'Pokémon GO' Shattered App Store Records, But It's Already Declining In US
'Pokémon GO' is the most successful game to date and it even broke Apple's App Store records for launch downloads, but it's already peaked and started to decline. SurveyMonkey is ready to call it, based on a number of indicators.
Windows 10 Tracking And Data Collection Gets Microsoft In Trouble In France
France's Chair of the National Data Protection Commission (CNIL) has given Microsoft three months to change its Windows 10 practices regarding privacy, security and user data collection. Otherwise, the company could face steep fines of up to $1.65 million.
'Overwatch' Graphic Novel And Art Book Set For 2017, Courtesy Of Blizzard And Dark Horse Comics
Blizzard Entertainment has teamed up with Dark Horse Comics to expand the 'Overwatch' universe. The two will release an 'Overwatch' graphic novel next April, followed by a hardcover art book with never-before-seen concept art and illustrations.
Facebook Live Video Ups Time Limit To Four Hours Of Streaming
Facebook Live got a number of neat updates, including the ability to live stream up to four hours of video. Moreover, viewers can now hide annoying reactions and comments so they can focus on watching the video with no distractions.
Kickass Torrents Purported Ringleader Arrested In Poland, Charged With Copyright Infringement In US
The alleged ringleader of popular torrent site Kickass Torrents, Artem Vaulin, was arrested in Poland and charged with copyright infringement in the U.S. Ironically, Vaulin was caught following a legal transaction on iTunes.
Hacker Group Threatens To Knock 'Pokémon GO' Offline On Aug. 1
A hacking collective called 'PoodleCorp' has threatened to take 'Pokémon GO' offline on Aug. 1, using a massive botnet of 600,000 devices. Why? Just for kicks.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Leaked Render Shows Off New S Pen, Stylus May Work Underwater
The much touted Galaxy Note 7 leaked in a new render, this time showing off its neat new S Pen stylus. Moreover, the stylus will reportedly work even underwater.
Two Nokia-Branded Android Nougat Smartphones Reportedly En Route With Cool Specs, IP68 Rating
We learned back in May that the Nokia brand will be returning to the market, but more information has now hit the surface. Two purported Nokia-branded phones are reportedly en route with Android Nougat on board, rocking powerful specs and a durable design.
Moto X (2016) Spotted On GFXBench: 5.5-Inch QHD Display, Dual Rear Cameras And More
The Moto X (2016) has popped up on GFXBench, rocking some neat specs reminiscent of the Moto Z Force. A 5.5-inch QHD display, a dual rear camera setup and a Snapdragon 820 chipset are only a few highlights.
MacBook Air-Like Xiaomi Mi Notebooks Could Debut On July 27: What To Expect
Xiaomi has been teasing a launch event set for next week, where a couple of Mi Notebooks could break cover. The laptops are said to pack high-end specs and resemble Apple's sleek MacBook Air.
Amazon Accidentally Leaks PS4 Neo Release And Pricing Details
The top-notch PlayStation 4 Neo may not be the most well-guarded secret, based on the latest leak. Amazon has accidentally listed the console on its Spanish website, complete with pricing and launch details.
Microsoft Confirms $7 Monthly Subscription Fee Is Just For Enterprise Customers, Not Consumers
Microsoft recently announced a $7 per month subscription fee, but the good news is that it only applies to enterprises. The company confirmed that the tier will not affect consumers at this point.
Mastercard Announces Masterpass Global Digital Payment Service To Make In-Store Mobile Payments More Accessible
Mastercard has teamed up with several banks to make in-store mobile payments more accessible. The Masterpass global digital payment service promises security, convenience and wide availability.
'Pokémon GO' Tips: How To Track And Find Nearby Pokémon
If you're walking around your neighborhood hunting for tiny adorable critters, it means you've caught the 'Pokémon GO' fever. Fear not, we're here to help - not to get rid of it, but to get better at it, tracking and finding those nearby Pokémon.
'Pokémon GO' European Rollout Continues With Spain, Italy And Portugal
The wildly popular 'Pokémon GO' is expanding its reach, hitting more European markets. The game is now available in Spain, Italy and Portugal as a free download for Android and iOS.
Samsung Galaxy S7 And S7 Edge Outselling iPhone 6s And 6s Plus In US: Kantar Worldpanel
Samsung dethroned Apple in U.S. smartphone sales, according to Kantar Worldpanel. The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge outsold the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, albeit competition is still tight.
Facebook Messenger For iOS Now Supports 3D Touch On iPhone 6s, 6s Plus
Facebook Messenger for iOS finally got a long-overdue update, adding support for 3D Touch. iPhone 6s and 6s Plus owners can now preview links, photos, contacts and more.
Nissan Semi-Autonomous ProPilot Takes The Cautious Approach To Self-Driving Cars
Nissan announced that its ProPilot semi-autonomous driving technology is ready to hit the road, launching in August on the new Serena in Japan. The automaker also plans to launch the system in Europe, the U.S. and China later on.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Pricing Leaks For Europe: Most Expensive Galaxy Flagship To Date
The Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is edging closer to release and leaks keep piling up. The latest leak reveals the purported pricing for Europe, heralding the company's most expensive flagship to date.
ZTE Axon 7 US Preorders Now Open: $399 Unlocked, Shipping Later This Month
The VR-ready ZTE Axon 7 has officially gone up for preorder in the United States at $399.98 unlocked. The handset will start shipping later this month and the first 500 preorder customers will also get a neat freebie to sweeten the deal.
Google Hangouts For Android Finally Gets Video Messaging, Just Two Years After iOS
Video messaging on Google Hangouts for iOS has been possible for a good while now, but Android is only getting it now. More than two years later, Google is finally extending the courtesy to its own platform with Hangouts v11.
Latest iPhone 7 Leak Disappoints With Huge Camera Bump
Another iPhone 7 leak has hit the scene, revealing a rather unsightly camera bump. New photos and schematics from a reliable source show a larger protruding camera as well as redesigned antenna bands.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge No Longer Eligible For Sprint 'Galaxy Forever' Upgrade Program
Sprint seems to have quietly removed the Galaxy S7 edge from its 'Galaxy Forever' program. The carrier offered no explanation for this decision, but the Galaxy S7 continues to be available.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Spotted On AnTuTu: Core Specs Revealed, Different Than What Geekbench Showed
The purported Samsung Galaxy Note 7 has been spotted on AnTuTu, sporting some differences compared to the recent Geekbench leak. AnTuTu reveals the phablet's core specs, including a Snapdragon 820 CPU, a QHD display and more.
Samsung Now Officially Taking Preorders For Its Galaxy Tab A 10.1 In The US
Samsung has officially started taking preorders for its Galaxy Tab A 10.1 in the United States, promising to ship the tablet in seven to 10 business days. Only the Wi-Fi model is available, however, with no word on the LTE version.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active Fails Water-Resistance Test: Consumer Reports
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Active is advertised as a rugged handset with IP68 certification, but it may not be so rugged after all. Consumer Reports tested two different Galaxy S7 Active units and both of them failed at water resistance.
Reddit Confirms It Now Tracks All External Links You Access, But You Can Opt Out
Reddit has completed its outbound clicks rollout, now tracking everyone's external links. Should you not want to be tracked, you can opt out.
OnePlus X Not Really Dead Just Yet: Still Available, But In Limited Quantities
OnePlus recently announced plans to discontinue the OnePlus X, but the handset is not dead just yet. The midranger will still be available for purchase over the next few months and will continue receiving support.
Feds Issue Alert That Symantec, Norton Antivirus Products Could Let Hackers Hijack Computers
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued an alert, warning of Symantec and Norton security risks. Severe vulnerabilities could allow hackers to take control of a computer or network, so it's paramount to get the latest security patches immediately.
