Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
Toshiba's New CMOS Image Sensor Is A Mobile Iris Scanner With Near-Infrared Iris Recognition Capabilities
Iris scanners could become the new norm. Toshiba just unveiled a new CMOS image sensor with near-infrared recognition capabilities. Specifically designed for mobile devices, the new Toshiba T4KE1 sensor will go into mass production in December.
Netflix Standard Plan Is Now Pricier So People Will Stop Sharing Their Passwords, Goldman Sachs Suggests
Netflix has increased the price of its popular standard price, and excessive password sharing may be the reason why. The one-screen and four-screen plans did not see a price hike, probably because these customers are less likely to share their passwords.
Lightsaber Heels, Anyone? Star Wars-Themed Shoe Line Launching Soon, Ahead Of 'The Force Awakens' Release
The force is strong with these shoes! Prior to the big 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' release, a unique collection of Star Wars-themed footwear gets ready to hit the market this month.
Kanye West Lashes Out On In-App Purchases In iOS Kids Games
In-app purchases have raised plenty of criticism over the years, especially when kids go on a shopping spree while playing some mobile game. The issue is apparently quite irritating even for deep-pocketed celebrities such as Kanye West, who took to Twitter to complain about kids games that allow in-app purchases.
First OnePlus 2 Open Sales Confirmed: No Invites For One Hour On Oct. 12
OnePlus has officially announced the first open sale for its OnePlus 2 flagship killer, but interested fans will have to move fast if they want to grab the handset without an invite. The OnePlus 2 will be openly available for just one hour in different time zones on Monday, Oct. 12.
Purported Samsung Galaxy A9 Spotted In AnTuTu Benchmark: Core Specs Revealed
The purported Samsung Galaxy A9 (SM-A9000) has just surfaced online in an AnTuTu benchmark, revealing some of its core specifications. If these specs turn out to be accurate, the next member of the Galaxy A Series could be an upper-mid-range offering.
Huawei P8 Lite Gets $50 Discount On Amazon: $199.99 Unlocked, Limited-Time Deal
The Huawei P8 Lite has received a neat price cut, as Amazon is now offering the unlocked version of the handset for $199.99. This marks a neat $50 discount, but the limited-time deal is set to expire on Saturday, Oct. 10.
Open Bionics Unveils Iron Man, Star Wars And Disney-Themed Prosthetics To Make Kids Feel Like Superheroes
Open Bionics has unveiled three new prosthetic limbs for kids, aiming to make them more attractive with designs inspired by popular movie characters and superheroes. The new 'Iron Man,' 'Star Wars' and Disney's 'Frozen'-themed bionic hands look awesome and should go a long way in boosting kids' morale.
Netflix Is Getting More Expensive With New Price Increase: Here's The Deal
Netflix has announced a price increase for its most popular plan, spiking the price of a standard subscription for new subscribers in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. Existing customers will have a grace period, meaning they won't have to pay more effective immediately.
Adobe Lightroom Mobile Launches As Free Standalone App For iOS: No Trial, Subscription Or Desktop Tool Required
Adobe has released its Photoshop Lightroom for mobile image editor as a free standalone app on iOS, with an Android version set to follow soon. Users no longer need the desktop photo management tool, an Adobe ID or a Creative Cloud subscription.
Want To Edit Tweets Or Typos On Twitter? You Can't, And Here's Why
Many Twitter users, including Kim Kardashian West, have been requesting an option to edit tweets and correct typos so they no longer have to delete a post if they mess it up. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey said it was a 'great idea,' but a company executive now explains why it's still not an option and may not be anytime soon.
iPhone 6s Vs Nikon Pro DSLR: 4K Video Shootout Yields Surprising Winner [Video]
Apple has equipped its latest iPhone 6s with a more powerful camera and 4K video shooting capabilities, but just how well does the smartphone film in 4K? Well, based on a video shootout that pits Apple's flagship against the Nikon D750 DSLR, the iPhone 6s is a rockstar.
Microsoft Lumia 950 And Lumia 950 XL: Top 5 Features You'll Love
In addition to impressive hardware specifications, Microsoft's Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL boast unique features that can't be found elsewhere, so here are the top 5 features they bring to the table.
Google For iOS Can Now Play GIFs In Image Search Results
Google has updated its iOS app again and added some new features and improvements, aiming to enhance the overall experience. One of the highlights on the new Google for iOS is the ability to tap and play animated GIFs in the image search results.
Huge Samsung Galaxy View Tablet With 18.6-Inch Display Gets FCC Approval, Could Launch Soon On AT&T
The giant Samsung Galaxy View tablet with an 18.6-inch display has received approval from the FCC, suggesting that it may hit the market soon. The FCC listing shows the device with AT&T branding, but doesn't mention whether it wil be an exclusive.
New Microsoft Band 2 Now Up For Pre-Order: Here's What You Get For $249.99 [Video]
The new Microsoft Band activity tracker has officially made its debut and is now available for pre-order from the Microsoft Store, sporting a $249.99 price tag. Here's what the new wearable has to offer.
Blocks Hits Kickstarter On Oct. 13 As The World's First Modular Smartwatch [Video]
Blocks has officially announced that its modular smartwatch, a world first, will hit Kickstarter on Oct. 13 to raise funds for production. The Blocks modular smartwatch will also boast an open platform, meaning that developers and companies will be able to build their own modules for the gadget.
Chromecast For iOS App Lacks Key Features: Several Options Not Available For iPhones And iPads
Google has announced neat new features for its latest Chromecast, including a new interface with exciting options, but the iOS app has yet to get the treats. The App Store makes it look like the Chromecast app is fully updated, but in fact the new interface is not available yet for iOS.
Nvidia 'Bullets Or Blades' GeForce GTX Bundle Offers 'Assassin's Creed Syndicate' Or 'Rainbow Six Siege' For Free
Nvidia has announced a neat new 'Bullets or Blades' bundle, offering a free downloadable copy of 'Assassin's Creed Syndicate' or 'Rainbow Six Siege' with the purchase of select GeFore GTX graphics cards or notebooks. The two blockbuster titles from Ubisoft are expected to be top-sellers, among the hottest games of this year.
911 Calls From Accidental Butt Dials Are Becoming A Major Problem For Emergency Services: Google Report
The number of accidental 911 calls have increased alarmingly, posing a major issue to emergency services. Google teamed up with the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management to look into the dramatic spike in 911 calls and found worrisome results.
BlackBerry Releases BBM Update For Android, iOS And BB10, Adds PayPal Integration And More
BlackBerry has updated its BBM app for Android, iOS and BB10, adding several neat features and improvements. PayPal integration is among the highlight features, allowing for fast and easy money transfers to BBM contacts right in the middle of a conversation.
Facebook Outages Explained: Here's Why It Went Down Three Times Last Month
Facebook has suffered three outages in September, leaving numerous users unable to access the social network or other apps they used with a Facebook login. The company now explains why Facebook went down and says that understanding what caused the outages will help it prevent similar issues in the future.
App Slicing Available Again Following iOS 9.0.2 And Xcode 7.0.1 Updates, App Thinning Edging Closer
Apple's much-touted App Thinning feature is finally available to developers, as the company fixed an iCloud Bug that made App Slicing temporarily unavailable. App Slicing is again open for developers after the iOS 9.0.2 and Xcode 7.0.1 updates.
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact Overheating Issues Could Lead To Unresponsive Touch Screen
Sony has equipped its Xperia Z5 Premium with dual heat pipes and thermal paste on the Snapdagon 810 processor to prevent it from overheating, but the Xperia Z5 Compact apparently didn't get the same treatment. The smaller offering is said to be facing overheating issues.
Microsoft's New Lumias, Surface Pro 4 Debut On Oct. 6: Where To Watch The Live Stream
Microsoft's big launch day has finally arrived and in just a few short hours we'll get the official scoop on the Surface Pro 4, the Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL flagship smartphones, and more. Here's when and where to watch the live stream of Microsoft's big Windows 10 hardware event.
Wheeliz Startup Is The Uber Alternative For People With Disabilities: Peer-To-Peer Wheelchair Adapted Car Rental
Transportation can be a real struggle for people with disabilities, as they can't just get any ride or rent any car. A promising startup called Wheeliz aims to provide a decent solution with a peer-to-peer wheelchair adapted car rental service, helping people with disabilities share rides or rent vehicles that are adapted for wheelchairs.
Want To Save iOS Apps For Later Download? Try Lookmark, Available Also As A Chrome Extension
A free service called Lookmark allows users to save iOS apps to a wish list for later download, making it easier to get apps when it's most convenient. Lookmark is available in iTunes for iPhones and iPads, as well as an extension for Chrome on desktop.
Samsung Galaxy Active Neo Launches With Ruggedness And Affordability In Mind, Sacrifices Resolution For Low Price Tag
Samsung has officially unveiled a new rugged smartphone called the Galaxy Active Neo, which arrives as the cheapest and smallest member of the Galaxy Active lineup. The handset sports good specs overall, but it sacrifices screen resolution in favor of a low price tag.
Steam Users Love Windows 10: Nearly 25 Percent Upgraded Already, According To Steam Hardware And Software Survey
Valve has officially released its Steam Hardware & Software Survey for September 2015, revealing strong adoption rates for Microsoft's latest OS. Windows 10 already hit nearly 25 percent adoption among Steam users, surpassing both Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 in just two months.
Microsoft Launches Wunderlist For Windows 10: New Design, Live Tiles, To-Dos With Cortana And More
Microsoft has officially released the final version of Wunderlist for Windows 10, taking the app out of beta. The new version now boasts a new design that makes it easier to read to-dos, as well as Live Tile support and seamless integration with Cortana.
