Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
RIP Club Nintendo: What Former Members Should Know
Club Nintendo North America has officially closed up shop, with the company preparing for a new customer loyalty program. Here's what you need to know.
Facebook Tweaks Its Logo For The First Time Since 2005: Why The Subtle Changes Matter
Facebook has officially redesigned its logo, albeit it may go unnoticed at first glance. The changes are subtle, but they have their purpose.
Apple 'iPhone 6s' May Sport 12MP Camera: Rumor
More information has surfaced regarding Apple's next-generation iPhone 6s lineup, hinting at notable upgrades in the specs department. If it turns out to be accurate, the 2015 flagship iPhone will boast a 12-megapixel rear camera.
Apple Music Review Roundup: First Impressions Of The Tech World
The much-touted Apple Music has finally made its debut and the first impressions are coming to light. Here's a brief roundup of early reviews.
Samsung Z3 Will Reportedly Be Next Tizen Smartphone
The rumored Samsung Z3 has apparently been 'confirmed' as the next Tizen smartphone, and an exclusive new report now reveals its model number. Samsung reportedly aims to release several Tizen-based handsets in 2015.
2016 Toyota Mirai Hits Driving Rate Rating Of 312 Miles: Hello, Tesla
Toyota has proudly announced that its Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicle is the first zero-emission car to exceed the 300-mile range milestone. The Toyota Mirai has achieved a 312-mile range, topping even the Tesla Model S.
Samsung Registers Galaxy S6 EDGE+ Trademark In The U.S.
New documents from the USPTO reveal that Samsung has obtained the rights over the 'S6 EDGE+' trademark in the U.S. If this is any indication, a Galaxy S6 Edge+ model could be just around the corner.
Matti Makkonen, The Father Of SMS, Dies At 63
Matti Makkonnen, widely regarded as a key contributor to the development of text messaging, has died at the age of 63. The 'father of SMS,' as many called him, first pitched the idea of texting over cellular networks back in 1984.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 And Tab A 9.7 Are Cheaper By $30
Samsung has slashed $30 off the price of its Galaxy Tab A 8.0 and Galaxy Tab A 9.7 slates, offering the 8-inch model for $199.99 and the 9.7-inch variant for $269.99. This limited-time offer will expire soon.
Alleged LG G4 S Images And Specs Leak
The rumored LG G4 S has surfaced in its first images, revealing an uncanny resemblance to the design of the flagship LG G4. Spec details reveal a high-end handset, which will reportedly come with an affordable price tag.
Understanding Smartphone Displays So You Don't Go OMG: Retina, Super AMOLED, TFT, Haptic, And More
Various types of smartphone displays deliver different levels of performance, with some better than others. Here are some details regarding touchscreen display tech from LCD to TFT, IPS, AMOLED, Retina and others.
Google Rolls Out Refreshed Hangouts For iOS: What Are The New Features?
Google has rolled out its latest version of Hangouts for iOS, adding some notable new features. Amid a slew of improvements, Hangouts version 4.0 also gets Material Design guidelines.
EU Seals Deal To End Roaming Charges Across 28 Countries By 2017
The EU has reached a deal to end mobile roaming charges within the 28 member countries within the next two years. A transition phase is set to start in April 2016 and all roaming charges should be abolished by June 2017.
Deals With Gold Discounts Xbox One/360 Games: 'Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare,' 'Peggle 2' And More
This week's Deals with Gold offers are now live, bringing notable deals for a number of Xbox One and Xbox 360 games. Xbox Live Gold members can save up to 80 percent on popular games.
Valve Tweaks Steam's Trade Scams Policy: What You Should Know
Valve has changed its policy regarding Steam trade scams and some users may not like the change. The company explains its decision to cease reimbursing scam victims.
Buy Samsung Galaxy S6 And Enjoy Google Play Music Free For Six Months
Google Play Music recently added an ad-supported tier, but it's not available in Canada just yet. However, Canadian customers who buy a Samsung Galaxy S6 will also get a free six-month subscription to the full Google Play Music service.
Samsung SM-G928 Or Project Zero 2 Could Sport Hexacore Chip, 3,000 mAh Battery, Curved Display, 16 MP Camera
More information has surfaced regarding the Samsung SM-G928, reportedly dubbed Project Zero 2 internally. The handset is expected to launch in the coming months as a larger version of the Galaxy S6 Edge, with several different specs.
Motorola Droid Kinzie Purportedly For Verizon Crosses GFXBench
The rumored Motorola Droid Kinzie (XT1585) has surfaced on GFXBench, with a number of core specs revealed in the benchmark listing. The smartphone packs top-notch specifications and should hit Verizon soon.
Google Harms Consumers By Skewing Search Results, New Study Claims
Google is once again accused of violating antitrust laws by serving its own content first at the top of search result pages. A new study highlights how this practice is degrading search and hurting consumers.
Best Buy Offers $100 Off On Certain Apple MacBook Pro And iMac Models
Best Buy has slashed $100 off some of Apple's top-notch computers, discounting two iMac models and a MacBook Pro. Here's the deal.
PS Vita Is Not Dead: Here Are Some Games You Should Wait For
The PS Vita has a slew of games coming its way in 2015, determined to live on despite losing ground to other consoles. The PS4 may get most of the attention, but here's what the PS Vita has in store.
Best Virgin Mobile Smartphone Deals: Save $100 On LG Volt, Save $60 On Lumia 635, And More
Virgin Mobile has slashed the prices of various smartphones, allowing for significant savings. The Lumia 635, for instance, is now $60 off, wile the LG G Volt is $100 off.
AT&T Microsoft Lumia 640 XL $1 On Contract
The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL Windows Phone phablet has gone on sale on AT&T, sporting a price tag of just $0.99 on-contract. AT&T is also selling the device contract-free or on AT&T Next plans with $0 down.
Vertu Signature Luxury Phone For Bentley Might Be As Expensive As Your Current Ride
Vertu and Bentley have announced a new Signature for Bentley phone 'meticulously handcrafted from the finest materials.' The device is a feature phone, but it will likely cost a fortune nonetheless.
Best Xbox One Deals At Walmart, Newegg, And Microsoft Store
The Microsoft Xbox One is a popular console and various deals aim to make it even more attractive, so we've rounded up some of the best offers currently available. These discounts can lead to significant savings.
Kindle App Introduces New Sharing Feature: Here's How It Works
Amazon has added a neat new feature to its Kindle app, now allowing users to share quotes, highlights or recommendations only with specific people. Here's the deal.
Watch 'No Man's Sky' Extended Footage And Make Sure You Don't Let Your Jaw Drop In Amazement
Some extended footage has now surfaced for the much-hyped 'No Man's Sky,' offering a better glimpse of the gameplay and the intriguing made-up universe. Check out the video to start exploring.
No More Favors: T-Mobile Fails To Persuade FCC To Increase Spectrum Reserve For Smaller Wireless Carriers
T-Mobile has requested the FCC to set aside more spectrum for smaller wireless carriers and limit the amount of spectrum dominant players such as AT&T and Verizon can purchase in the 2016 auction. FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler, however, opposes this request.
Moto X Pure Edition Finally Receives Android 5.1 Lollipop Update In U.S.
The Moto X (2nd Gen) Pure Edition has officially received the green light to receive Android 5.1 Lollipop in the U.S. The update is rolling out now, bringing a slew of improvements and bug fixes.
El Capitan Beta Code Hints Of 4K 21.5-Inch iMac And Apple TV Bluetooth Remote
Apple has recently released the latest OS X El Capitan beta and some intriguing references hint at a couple of new devices. A 4K 21.5-inch iMac seems to be en route, as well as a new Apple TV remote control.
