Articles by Athena Chan
FTC Sues Owner Of Tinder, OKCupid For Fraudulent Profiles In Email Ads
The owner of Tinder, OKCupid, and other dating sites is being sued by the FTC over allegations of deceptive and unfair practices. The case is related to email advertisements that showed fraudulent love interest profiles.
Quidditch Inspired Game 'Broomstick League' Coming To Steam In 2020
'Broomstick League' is a Quidditch-inspired video game that will soon be available on Steam. For now, players eager to try it can sign up for playtests.
Amazon's Ring Releases Affordable Home Security Cameras, Prices Start At $59.99
Ring's new cameras cover indoor and outdoor security. The cameras which were unveiled at Amazon's hardware event will come at a more affordable price that starts at $59.99.
Alphabet's Wing To Test FedEx, Walgreens Drone Deliveries In Virginia
Some people in Virginia can soon be a part of a drone delivery service trial. Wing drones will deliver FedEx, Walgreens, and Sugar Magnolia products during the trial.
FedEx Pilot Detained In China For Air Gun Pellets In Luggage
A Hong Kong-based FedEx pilot was briefly detained in Chine because of air gun pellets found in his lugagge. This is only the latest string of events with FedEx being caught between the United States and China.
Malware Alert: Selfie And VPN Android Apps With Over 500 Million Installs Discovered To Be Hiding Adware
Android apps were found to be infected with malware once again. The four VPN apps with adware have been downloaded over 500 million times before the infection was discovered.
District Attorney Considering Pressing Charges Against Facebook, Creators Of 'Storm Area 51' Events
The date for the 'Storm Area 51' event has come, and people in nearby counties are preparing for what could happen. Some officials are considering to press charges against Facebook and those responsible for the event.
People In India Can Now Access Google Assistant Even Without Internet Just By Dialing A Phone Number
In India, many people still do not have good access to the internet. Now, people can access Google Assistant even without internet simply by dialing a phone number.
LOOK: This Alcatel Flip Phone Is The First With Google Assistant
Alcatel's Go Flip 3 that will feature Google apps and a Google Assistant is coming to the United States. It will start to be available on various carriers by the end of September.
Trapinch Featured For October 2019 Pokémon GO Community Day
Oct. 12 is announced to be the Pokémon GO Community Day for October 2019. For a few hours that day, people can encounter the Ground-type Pokémon Trapinch, the featured Pokémon for the event.
Apple Files Trademark For iPhone 11's 'Slofie'
Is 'slofie' the people's new 'selfie'? Apple just filed to trademark the word 'slofie' after the term was introduced at their recent event where it showcased the new iPhones.
Majority Of Apple Watch Customers Are First-Time Buyers, Not Upgraders
The majority of Apple Watch users are actually first-time buyers. The Apple Watch Series 5 has new features, but will it be enough to make users want to upgrade?
AR Start-Up DAQRI Reportedly Shutting Down
AR start-up DAQRI is reportedly shutting down after almost 10 years in business. It has shut down its headquarters and is reportedly selling its assets.
LOOK: Photographer Michael Marston Captures Airplane's Technicolor Trail In Rainbow Colors
Brisbane-based photographer Michael Marston captured stunning footage of an airplane's technicolor trail. The footage looks unreal, but the phenomenon happens given the right atmospheric conditions.
Microsoft Working On Liquid-Filled Hinges For Foldable Devices, Patent Reveals
A patent by Microsoft reveals that it is also working on hardware for foldable devices. The diagrams reveal that the company's foldable design involves having liquid inside the hinges.
National Recovery Month: Google Launches 'Recover Together' Website That Provides Addiction Recovery Resources
Google launched 'Recover Together' website in time for National Recovery Month. The move aims to help the millions of Americans on the way to recovering from addiction.
Google Changes Algorithm To Boost And Highlight Original Reporting
Google and other tech companies have been criticized because of their large influence over digital news. Now, Google is making a move to help highlight original reporting in search results.
Google Photos Adds 'Memories' Feature, Offers Direct Canvas Prints At CVS And Walmart
Google Photos now has new features that can help people relive memories. Now, users can take a stroll down memory lane with Google Photos, both in digital and in print.
Apple HomePod Gaining 'Ambient Sounds' Feature this Fall
Ambient sounds from nature such as the chirping or birds or sounds of the rain can help people relax. This fall, Apple HomePod users can access the Ambient Sounds feature on their device.
Nintendo Sues Popular ROM Website For Copyright Infringement
Nintendo is cracking down on piracy of their games. A recent lawsuit reveals the company is suing a popular ROM website that offers downloads of pirated games for a fee.
Gmail, Play Store Finally Begin Rolling Out Dark Mode For Some Android Users
Some Android users can already choose to use the dark theme on Google features such as Gmail and the Play Store. The darker theme is easier on the eyes as well as for the batteries.
US Department of Justice Orders Google And Apple To Disclose Names Of 10,000 Gun Scope App Users
Why is the U.S. Department of Justice ordering Google and Apple to submit the names of users of a specific app? It is supposedly related to an investigation regarding illegal exports of ATN scopes.
LOOK: 'Microsoft The Musical' Features Singing Interns, Inspiration For Dreamers
'Microsoft the Musical' is a real thing, and it is exactly what it sounds like. The mini musical showcases interns dancing and singing to catchy music about the company.
'Joker' Spyware Possibly Affects Over 400,000 Android Devices, Targets 37 Countries Including United States
In the Google Play Store, 24 apps that have been downloaded nearly 500,000 times contain the malware called Joker. It is a spyware that gains access to the users' SMS and contacts.
Security Flaw: Over 600,000 'Kid-Friendly' GPS Trackers Use 123456 As Default Password, Posing Security Threat
Security firm Avast discovered that over 600,000 GPS trackers have the same default password: 123456. What does this mean for the devices' security and privacy?
LOOK: LG Showcases G8X ThinQ, The Foldable Smartphone With Dual Screens
LG just presented a foldable smartphone, but it is not what you may be thinking. The phone actually comes with a special case that turns the G8X into a foldable, dual-screen phone.
Facebook's Dating Feature Launches In 20 Countries
Facebook dating is now available in 20 countries including the United States. The feature is finally being launched over a year after the company announced it.
Lost AirPods In New York Subway Tracks Becoming A Problem, MTA Considering To Release PSA
AirPods rescues account for more subway delays perhaps more than many of its users think. On a recent Thursday noon, six of 18 requests to fetch items from the tracks were for AirPods.
Over A Billion Android Phones At Risk Of Advanced SMS Phishing Attacks, Experts Warn
Researchers discovered an advanced type of SMS phishing attack against Android devices. Over a billion devices are said to be vulnerable to such deceiving attacks.
Over 400 Million Records Of Facebook Users' Phone Numbers Found In Unsecured Online Database
Hundreds of millions of Facebook users' cellphone numbers were reportedly discovered to be in an unsecured online database. The server did not even require a password to be accessed.
