Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
The Witcher 3 Patch 1.05 Rolls Out For Xbox One And PS4 Gamers: Here Are The Improvements
The Witcher 3 patch 1.05 has started rolling out for the PS4 and Xbox One, bringing a slew of notable improvements and bug fixes. Another patch is also en route and should arrive shortly.
Updating Java? Yahoo Is Courting You To Be Your Default Search Engine
If you don't pay attention the next time you update Java, you may end up with Yahoo as your default search engine. Yahoo just signed a three-year deal with Oracle.
Apple iPhone 6 vs. Samsung Galaxy S6: This Ad Convinces You To Change The Way You Charge [Video]
Samsung has released a new video ad for its Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, trying to convince users to change the way they charge. While the iPhone 6 requires cables and wall sockets, the latest Samsung flagships boast wireless charging.
MetroPCS Smartphone Deals: LG G Stylo For $199 And Microsoft Lumia 640 For $39
MetroPCS has slashed the prices of several smartphones and the Microsoft Lumia 640 is now available for just $39, while the LG G Stylo phablet retails for $199.
Forget 'Super Mario Maker': This Computer Designs Mario Levels By Watching YouTube Or Twitch
The Georgia Institute of Technology has developed an automatic-level maker that can design Mario levels by watching gameplay videos.
21GB: T-Mobile's Cap For Its Unlimited 4G Data Simple Choice Plans
T-Mobile has revealed that customers on its Unlimited 4G Data Simple Choice plans who go past 21GB in one month will get 'de-prioritized.' What does this mean?
Google Genomics Partners With Broad Institute To Offer Genome Analysis Toolkit On Cloud Platform
Google has teamed up with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard to offer valuable solutions for storing, analyzing, and managing genomic sequencing data. This partnership brings a Genome Analysis Toolkit to Google Cloud Platform, as part of Google Genomics.
Why Samsung Laptops Deliberately Disable Windows Update
Samsung laptops come preloaded with an executable that disables Windows Update, and the company has explained why it chose to do so. With Windows Update disabled, users have to manually download and install updates.
Adobe Releases Patch To Plug Flash Player's Zero-Day Vulnerability
Adobe has pushed an emergency patch for a zero-day Flash Player vulnerability identified as CVE-2015-3113. The exploit could allow attackers to take over a compromised system.
Lexus Teases A Real And Rideable Hoverboard
Lexus has created a real, rideable hoverboard called the SLIDE, and posted a short teaser to show it off. The company offers a few details on the tech it used to make the SLIDE levitate, and liquid nitrogen is part of it.
$9.1 Million: Amount U.S. Navy Pays Microsoft To Keep 100,000 Computers Running Windows XP
Microsoft put its popular Windows XP to rest a while back, but many still use the old OS and the Navy is one of them.
Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition Review Roundup: What This New Release Offers
'Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition' has already stirred quite some interest, and it brings some exciting new features. The digital download is available for PS4, Xbox One and PC.
iPhone 6s Will Reportedly Use SiP Modules Found In Apple Watch: Thinner iPhones Coming Soon?
Apple has moved to SiP modular architecture with its Watch and will reportedly own a different path with its next-generation iPhone. The iPhone 6s is expected to ditch PCB in favor of SiP.
Verizon Completes $4.4 Billion Acquisition Of AOL
Verizon has officially completed its acquisition of AOL, buying all outstanding shares of the company at $50 per share. AOL is now a wholly owned Verizon subsidiary.
Batman: Arkham Knight For PC Has Frame Rate, Sound And Performance Problems
'Batman: Arkham Knight' has just made its debut and the negative reviews are already piling up. From frame-drops to sound glitches, performance issues, freezing and stuttering, the game is being deemed 'unplayable.'
Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Supports Wireless Charging On Powermat And Qi
Some reports have claimed that the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active supports only Qi wireless charging, but not PMA. In fact, the handset does come with dual-mode wireless charging support.
Amazon Releases Developer Preview Of Android 5.0 Lollipop-Based Fire OS 5
Amazon has announced its new Fire OS 5 Developer Preview, allowing developers to test out its latest software based on Android 5.0 Lollipop. Fire OS 5 will power Fire tablets, Fire TVs, and the Fire TV Stick.
New Variant Of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Value Edition Crosses Benchmark
The purported Samsung Galaxy Grand Value Edition has surfaced again, this time with some benchmark results. If it turns out to be accurate, the new version should be lower-priced.
45 Million: Number Of Galaxy S6 And S6 Edge Samsung Might Ship In 2015
Samsung has previously said it expects record sales of its latest flagships, but new market estimates now peg the combined sales of Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge at 45 million units in 2015. That's the same record figure the Galaxy S4 achieved.
1TB PS4 Ultimate Player Edition Is Official... At Least In Europe And Other Markets
Sony has officially announced a PlayStation 4 (PS4) version with 1TB of storage, set to launch soon in Europe and PAL territories. The 1TB PS4 echoes Microsoft's recent launch of a 1TB Xbox One.
U.S. Court Accepts Google Earth Images As Evidence
A U.S. appeals court has ruled that Google Earth satellite images are admissible evidence in a criminal case, not amounting to hearsay.
Apple iPhone 6 vs. Samsung Galaxy S6: This Blind Camera Survey Settles The Debate
A blind camera test clearly shows which smartphone takes the best photos, between the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the iPhone 6. The winner beat its rival nearly 9:1.
Fallout 4 Pip-Boy Edition Is Sold Out But Check Out This Real-Life Pip-Boy For Astronauts [Video]
The Fallout 4 Pip-Boy Edition has been flying off store shelves and selling out already, seeing impressive success. The Pip-Boy 3000 project for astronauts, pitched at the NASA Space Apps Challenge, stirred plenty of waves as well.
Which Nexus Device Fits Your Lifestyle: Nexus 9 vs. Nexus 6 vs. Nexus 5
Google has crated a special Android category with its Nexus lineup, offering high-end specs and an enviable software experience. Depending on your needs and budget, the Nexus 5, Nexus 6 or Nexus 9 could be the best choice.
AT&T Boosts Wearable Portfolio With New Devices: Healbe GoBe, Misfit Flash, Mio Fuse, And More
AT&T has announced six new wearable devices, adding intriguing gadgets to its portfolio. The new wearables will go on sale on June 26, and three of them are exclusive to AT&T.
New Samsung Galaxy Edge Plus Render Hints 5.5-Inch Display
A new Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus render has surfaced online, suggesting a 5.5-inch display for the upcoming phablet. The super-sized Galaxy S6 Edge version is expected to arrive in Q3 2015.
Swipe Right Or Swipe Left? Tindog Is Tinder For Dog Lovers
A new app called Tindog has now launched for Android and iOS, boasting the famous Swipe Right - Swipe Left function of the Tinder dating app. Tindog targets dog owners and dog lovers who want to connect with others in their area.
Who Has Your Back? EFF Gives Apple, Adobe, Yahoo, And Dropbox Perfect Scores On Protecting Your Data
The fifth annual 'Who Has Your Back' EFF report praises Apple and eight other companies for their practices and policies to protect user data. The latest report included stricter criteria, but these compaies obtained perfect scores.
Cortana On Your Keyboard With Toshiba's New Line Of Back-To-School Windows 10 Laptops
Toshiba has unveiled its new back-to-school lineup. All-new Satellite laptops and hybrids feature a dedicated hotkey to fire up Cortana in Windows 10.
Apple Watch Sales Estimated At 2.79 Million As Of Mid-June And Extra Bands Rake In The Money
Apple has reportedly sold roughly 2.79 million Apple Watch units based on estimates, and is also seeing profits from band sales. According to new data, many Apple Watch buyers also purchased extra bands.
