Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
Stuck With 'Fallout 4' Blurred Vision? Try These Workarounds Until An Official Fix Rolls Out
A nasty blurred vision bug affected the 'Fallout 4' experience recently and no official fix is currently available to solve the issue. A few workarounds, however, could do the trick until the fix rolls out.
Wi-Fi And Christmas Lights May Not Mix Well, Warns Ofcom
Ofcom just launched a new app called Wi-Fi Checker and, at the same time, warned about a number of factors that could affect your wireless broadband connection. Christmas fairy lights are slowing down your Wi-Fi, as are other things you may have near the router.
Samsung Galaxy A7 Drops By FCC With An Impressive Battery In Tow, US Launch Expected Soon
The second-generation Galaxy A7 made its way to the FCC, revealing a notable upgrade over its predecessor in the battery department. With the FCC certification now under its belt, the new Galaxy A7 should hit the U.S. soon enough.
Swatch Taps Visa To Bring Contactless Payments To Its Bellamy Smartwatch In US, Brazil And Switzerland
Swatch just struck a deal with Visa Inc. and Visa Europe to enable contactless payments for its Bellamy analog smartwatch in the U.S., Switzerland and Brazil. Payments will work via NFC.
Windows 10 Mobile Adoption Grows, But Lumia 520 Is Still Most Popular Windows Phone Worldwide
Mobile research firm AdDuplex posted the latest distribution numbers for Windows on mobile, detailing some interesting trends. The Lumia 520, for instance, is still the most popular Windows Phone in use worldwide, while Windows 10 Mobile is gaining traction.
Deal Alert: Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Now $300 Off On eBay
The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 got several discounts so far, and a new eBay offer is among the hottest deals for the phablet. The unlocked 32 GB model of the handset is now just $549, allowing for notable savings.
Mercedes To Unveil Fuel Cell GLC Model At 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show
Several automakers have already started working on hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicles and it appears that Mercedes would join the party soon enough. A Mercedes-Benz GLC F-Cell model could debut at the 2017 Frankfurt motor show, ahead of a 2018 release.
OnePlus X Now Getting OxygenOS 2.1.3 Update: What Does Is Bring?
OnePlus announced that it started rolling out OxygenOS 2.1.3 for its OnePlus X, bringing improvements based on user feedback. The update rolls out OTA, but it will reach only 10 percent of users initially.
Motorola Cyber Monday Slashing Up To 50 Percent Off Moto 360, Second-Generation Moto X And Moto G
Motorola started teasing its upcoming Cyber Monday deals, announcing hefty discounts of up to 50 percent. The first-generation Moto 360 and the second-generation Moto X and Moto G will all see big price cuts, so here's the deal.
Deal Alert: Samsung Gear S2 Smartwatch With Sleek Rotating Bezel Now Just $200 On eBay
The much-hyped Samsung Gear S2 got notable discounts recently, but one new offer definitely stands out. The smartwatch is now available for just $200 on eBay, allowing for great savings.
Unlocked LG Nexus 5X Now $80 Off All Models, Extra $25 Gift Card Further Sweetens The Deal
The LG Nexus 5X just got a lot more affordable, dropping $80 off its regular price tag on all models in a limited-time deal on B&H Photo, Amazon, or the Google Store. B&H Photo is also throwing in a $25 gift card and free expedited shipping.
Lenovo Vibe Smartphone Brand Will Live On: Company Refutes Claims Of Phasing It Out
Lenovo just denied allegations that it was phasing out its Vibe line of smartphones, as recently rumored. The company said it remains committed to the line, with no plans of axing the Vibe brand.
Nokia C1 Smartphone Leaks Again, Could Run Two Operating Systems: Android And Windows 10 Mobile
The purported Nokia C1 smartphone made its way online again, leaking in an intriguing new render. The latest leak shows the handset running both Android and Windows 10 Mobile, which would definitely be interesting.
Amazon Prime Video Subscribers Could Get Access To Other Video Sources Soon
Amazon is reportedly preparing some great treats for its Prime Video subscribers, just in time for the holidays. Other video sources and on-demand networks should become available as soon as next month.
Sprint iPad Pro Now Available For Purchase Outright, On Contract Or Installment Plans
Sprint started offering the new iPad Pro on various options and pricing schemes. Interested customers can purchase the giant tablet outright, with a two-year contract agreement, or through installment plans, so here's the deal.
China Cuts Off Phone Service For People Who Use Foreign Messaging Apps Like WhatsApp
China started cutting off the phone service of people in the Xinjiang region who used foreign messaging services such as WhatsApp and other software. The affected people were invited to their local police station to sort the matter and have their service restored.
Here's Why Microsoft Pulled Windows 10 November Update - Hint: Check Your Settings
Microsoft pulled its Windows 10 November Update shortly after releasing it, leaving everyone confused. The company now made the update available again and explained its course of action, reckoning that it messed up some users' privacy settings.
MasterCard Announces 'Fare Free Mondays': Free Public Transit In London For Apple Pay Users
MasterCard announced an attractive promotion for Apple Pay users in London, allowing them to enjoy free public transit. Called 'Free Fare Mondays,' the offer is valid for each Monday until Dec. 14.
Sleek Samsung W2016 Flip Phone Officially Breaks Cover With Metal Build, Exynos Processor And 3 GB Of RAM
An official listing just confirmed rumors of the Samsung W2016, a sleek flip phone with dual screens and a premium design. The handset comes with intriguing specs, including an Exynos processor, 3 GB of RAM, wireless charging and more.
Huawei Nexus 6P Now Back In Stock On Google Store - All Storage And Color Options Available
The Huawei Nexus 6P is now back in stock at the Google Store and is ready to ship in a timely manner. All color options and storage configurations are available and will ship to customers within one or two days.
iPad Air 3 Release Tipped For March 2016 With 4K Display And More: Rumor Roundup
Apple skipped the iPad Air in its latest tablet refresh, but the rumor mill nonetheless hints at an iPad Air 3 release next year. Reports suggest a March 2016 debut and top-notch specs, including a 4K display, at a lower price than the iPad Pro.
Xiaomi Tipped To Unveil Its First Smartwatch On Nov. 24
Xiaomi planned a big event for Nov. 24 and anticipation keeps building up ahead of the unveiling. New information now suggests the company may announce its first smartwatch at the event, alongside the Redmi Note 2 Pro and Mi Pad 2.
Gamers And Hackers Who Engage In 'Swatting' Could Get Five Years To Life In Prison
Gamers and criminal hackers notoriously engaged in 'swatting' practices against their rivals, but a new bill aims to amend U.S. law to make it a criminal offense. Calling in a fake high-risk threat to have armed law enforcement busting down someone's door could have far more serious consequences in the future.
Samsung To Unleash High-End Tizen Smartphone In 2016
Samsung managed to dethrone BlackBerry with its Tizen OS and apparently has big plans for the near future. The company will reportedly release a high-end Tizen smartphone in 2016 to disrupt the smartphone market.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Pro Fingerprint Scanner, Metal Body Confirmed: Company President Teases Nov. 24 Launch
Xiaomi president Lin Bin just posted a teaser image confirming the Redmi Note 2 Pro's metal body and rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone will make its debut on Tuesday, Nov. 24.
'Star Wars: Battlefront' Bundle With AMD Radeon R9 Fury Graphics Now Available
AMD launched a new promotional bundle, offering 'Star Wars: Battlefront' for free when purchasing the Radeon R9 Fury graphics card. The offer is a limited-time deal, likely aiming to better compete against the Nvidia GeForce GTX 980.
Volkswagen's Gift Cards Are Actually A Scheme To Identify Owners Of Bad Diesels, Reckons Audi
Volkswagen recently kicked off a 'Goodwill package,' offering gift cards and dealership credit to owners of faulty diesels involved in the emissions scandal. Audi now reveals that this is not just about good will, the move also helps identify and locate affected vehicles and their owners.
Sony Xperia Z3+ Launches In The U.S.: Price, Specs And Availability
The Sony Xperia Z3+ just went on sale in the U.S., available now in two color options unlocked. The smartphone appears on Sony's online store, but the 'buy now' button there just redirects customers to retailer B&H Photo Video.
T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 5 With Broken IMEI Accidentally Gets Android 6.0 Marshmallow
One T-Mobile Galaxy Note 5 phablet with a broken IMEI just got powered with the Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the blue, way before the update officially begins rolling out. Other users have since grabbed the opportunity to upgrade their own Galaxy Note 5 devices to the latest Android version.
iPhone 6c With 4-Inch Screen Tipped For Mid-2016 Launch To Replace iPhone 5s
More information has surfaced regarding the purported iPhone 6c, including a mid-2016 release date. The handset will reportedly feature a metal build and an A9 processor to replace the iPhone 5s as Apple's new 4-inch iPhone offering.
