Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
LG Mobile Wants To Play In Barcelona: LG G5 Debut At MWC 2016 Sounds Fun Indeed
LG will reveal a new, playful flagship smartphone at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Here's what we are expecting from the next-generation LG G5 powerhouse.
Golden Globe Winner 'The Martian' 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray Opens Preorders Ahead Of March Release
We're expecting several 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray titles this year, but only one has pricing and release details so far. Ridley Scott's Golden Globe winner 'The Martian' will hit the scene in March and is now up for preorder, giving us an idea of how much 4K Blu-rays will cost.
Alton Towers' Galactica Promises A Roller Coaster Ride Through Cosmic Space With Virtual Reality [Video]
British theme park Alton Towers has a new take on roller coasters and virtual reality, aiming to take riders through a unique trip through VR space. Called 'Galactica,' this virtual reality roller coaster will open in April.
'Uncharted 4' Looks Like The End Of The Road For Nathan Drake
Nathan Drake has been a widely popular game character, but it looks like 'Unchartered 4: A Thief's End' will be his last chapter. Game director Neil Druckmann dropped heavy hints toward Drake's demise, and here's the deal.
AT&T Announces New Unlimited Plan, But Only For Some Subscribers
AT&T has announced a new unlimited plan, aiming to convince more customers to choose its wireless and TV offerings. The plan is not exactly cheap, and it's only for DirecTV and AT&T U-verse customers, so here's the deal.
BlackBerry Android Affair Spelling Death For BB10? 'Far From It,' Says The Company
BlackBerry announced more Android plans at CES 2016, but does that mean the end of the road for the BB10 OS? The company assures that's not the case, and teases several goodies in store for BlackBerry 10 this year.
Casio WSD-F10 Smart Outdoor Watch Rocked CES 2016, So Here's A Closer Look At Specs
Casio turned quite a few heads at CES 2016 with its rugged WSD-F10 Smart Outdoor Watch, and we have to admit we're impressed. Here's a closer look at what this Android Wear powerhouse has to offer.
Sony Boasts World's First 48K 360-Degree Video Shot With Xperia Z5 Compact
Sony equipped its Xperia Z5 flagship smartphones with powerful 23-megapixel cameras, but just how good are they? This 48K 360-degree video shot using the Xperia Z5 Compact may answer that question, so check this out.
Uber Just Got Cheaper In US And Canada To Boost Demand In Winter Slump
It's not often that you hear of Uber prices going down, but it's happening now in the U.S. and Canada. Uber just announced lower tariffs for rides during the seasonal slump, aiming to convince more people to get out of the house despite the bad weather.
Romanian Police Bust Tyupkin ATM Malware Gang In Rare EU-Wide Probe
Romanian cops arrested eight individuals tied to the Tyupkin ATM malware scheme in one of the first operations of its kind. The culprits used a Trojan horse for 'Jackpotting,' tricking ATMs across Europe into giving up their cash.
Microsoft SIM Card In The Works For Windows Smartphones To Facilitate LTE Access
Microsoft plans to launch its own SIM cards, according to a new cellular data app that quietly rolled out on the Windows Store. Microsoft SIM cards will enable Windows 10 device owners to get cellular data access contract-free, using only their Microsoft account.
Nvidia Shield Android TV Gets Marshmallow Treat, New Games And More: Here's The Deal [Video]
Nvidia had some big announcements ready for CES 2016, and it didn't disappoint. Among the highlights, the Shield Android TV is getting Android 6.0 Marshmallow, along with neat new games, apps and more, so here's what's in store.
Fossil Q54 Pilot Smartwatch Debuts At CES 2016, Alongside New Accessories And A Bold Promise
Fossil had some big news for CES 2016, announcing a new smartwatch, a bunch of new accessories, and ambitious plans to expand its lineup in 2016. The latest smartwatch is called the Fossil Q54 Pilot and is a 'must have,' according to the watchmaker.
RIP Internet Explorer: All Versions Below IE11 Reach 'End Of Life' On Jan. 12: What Does This Mean?
Microsoft officially announced that Internet Explorer versions older than IE11 will reach their end of life on Jan. 12. Past that date, Internet Explorer 8, 9 and 10 will no longer receive updates or support, so here's what this means for users.
Apple Reports Record-Breaking App Store Performance As Customers Spent $1.1 Billion On Apps This Holiday Season
Apple's App Store was on fire this holiday season, breaking all previous records in its entire history. Customers spent a whopping $1.1 billion in the weeks of Christmas and New Year's, and that's only a fraction of the total App Store purchases registered in 2015.
New Apple Watch Band Leaks In Apple Store: Meet The Sleek Space Black Milanese Loop
A sleek new Space Black Milanese Loop is apparently in store for the Apple Watch, ready to match the stylish Space Black steel watch models. The new band option popped up on the Czech Apple Store and should make its official debut soon enough.
Huawei Smartphones On The Rise: More Than 100M Units Shipped And Going Strong, Boasts CES Announcement
Huawei took to CES 2016 to announce new products, but also its impressive achievements so far. In calendar year 2015, Huawei became the first Chinese handset vendor to top 100 million smartphone shipments annually, but can it truly rival Samsung and Apple?
Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player Gets Pricing Details At CES 2016 - Preorders Now Open
Samsung made some exciting announcements already at CES 2016 and unveiling the price of one of its first 4K UHD Blu-ray players is one of them. The Samsung UBD-K8500 is now up for preorder and promises to deliver the 'ultimate cinematic experience.'
'Xenoblade Chronicles X' Voice Actor Talks Censorship: The Different Lin In Western Versions [Video]
Controversy sparked among fans after seeing Lin from 'Xenoblade Chronicles X' depicted differently in the game's North American and European versions. The voice actress for the character discusses the matter, explaining why she doesn't see it as censorship.
Oculus Rift Preorders Go Live On Jan. 6: What To Expect
Oculus has officially confirmed that its Oculus Rift will go up for preorder on Wednesday, but some questions still remain unanswered. Here's what to expect in terms of pricing, compatibility, bundles and more.
Samsung Prepares For Tough Year Ahead As Competition Is Heating Up In 2016
Samsung has been facing increased competition and it's now bracing for a challenging 2016, amid concerns of a weak global economic growth. The company urged employees to find ways to handle competition as software and platforms trump hardware.
CES 2016: Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Offers Plenty Of Oomph For $929 Starting Price
With CES 2016 just around the corner, companies are already rushing to tease their latest and greatest products. Lenovo touted several exciting devices to debut at CES, and the $929 ThinkPad X260 is worth a closer look.
Top Video Games To Rock 2016: 'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided,' 'Mass Effect: Andromeda,' 'Uncharted 4' And More
Gamers have a lot of exciting titles to look forward to this year, including hot games such as 'Mass Effect: Andromeda,' 'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided,' and many more. We've comprised a list of the most highly anticipated games of 2016, so here's what's in store.
CNN's 'Steve Jobs: The Man In The Machine' Movie Airing On Jan. 3: 'Bold. Brutal. Brilliant.'
Steve Jobs was undoubtedly a game changer, an iconic leader and a great visionary, but he also had his flaws. CNN's new 'The Man In the Machine' movie aims to give an accurate glimpse into the late Apple CEO, revealing his '5 faces' on Sunday, Jan. 3.
Sluggish Phone With Poor Battery Life? How To Deal With Pesky Android Apps Running In The Background
Is your Android phone slower than it used to be, or with a poorer battery life? Background-running apps may be to blame, hogging precious resources, so here's what you can do about it.
New Year's Drinks Are Fun...Hangovers Are Not: Let Science Help Out [Video]
Celebrating New Year's Eve with a few drinks? Here are some pro science tips to help you avoid starting the new year with a gruesome hangover and a splitting headache.
No Sidecar In 2016: Ride-Sharing Service Shutting Down As Uber And Lyft Dominate The Scene
Uber and Lyft drove many competitors out of business, and now another rival is exiting the race. Sidecar officially announced that it is shutting down its ride-sharing and delivery service on Dec. 31, preparing to start fresh with new endeavors in 2016.
Samsung Is Gearing Up To Launch A 12-Inch Windows 10 Tablet In Early 2016: What To Expect
A new Windows 10 device from Samsung recently received certification, suggesting an early 2016 release. The device is expected to come as a 12-inch tablet with powerful specs, likely gunning for the iPad Pro.
Ashley Madison Gained 4 Million New Members Despite Hack That Exposed Millions Of Cheaters
The Ashley Madison data breach was one of the biggest hacks of 2015, but the adultery site apparently keeps growing despite the fiasco. More than four million members have apparently joined Ashley Madison since the hack.
BlackBerry Priv Rocked 2015 As The First Android BlackBerry, So Here's How It's Made [Video]
BlackBerry launched its first Android smartphone in 2015, introducing the much-hyped BlackBerry Priv. The handset's strengths are not just on the software side, however, as this new video highlights the premium build as well.
