Articles by Carl Velasco
Alexa Caused Numerous Amazon Orders For Dollhouses Across San Diego When TV Report Mentioned Its Name
A TV report accidentally caused Amazon Alexa devices across San Diego to place an order for a dollhouse. The incident proves smart speakers still have areas it should work on, particularly voice identification.
Nintendo Switch Price Could Be Set At Around $250 In The US
The Nintendo Switch could cost $250 when it reaches stateside, a report from Japanese publication Nikkei suggests. The console’s official price tag will be revealed on Jan. 12.
Uber Movement Tool Provides Cities With Detailed Traffic Data
The just-released Movement tool from Uber could aid city governments and urban planners make informed decisions based on passenger data. The tool, limited to several cities at present, culls rider data and stores it in a vast network of traffic information.
Google Assistant Expected To Get Keyboard Input: Ask The Android AI With Text Instead Of Voice Soon
A recent dig of Google App’s 6.10 beta hinted at an alternative input method for Google’s clever virtual assistant. If accurate, written input could also be used to issue queries, very much like the way it’s performed on Allo.
Nokia 6 Finally Goes Official, But The Android Phone Will Only Be Available In China
HMD has now come out with the Nokia 6, the first Android-powered smartphone carrying the brand after purchasing it from Microsoft. It starts shipping in China early this year.
Best Gaming Laptops At CES 2017: Samsung Notebook Odyssey, Lenovo Legion Y720, And Dell Inspiron 15 7000
As usual, a lot of promising products were unveiled at this year’s CES, making for a show with an impressive array of gadgets slated for 2017 and beyond. Let’s look at the best gaming laptops showcased during the event.
Verizon Lists 256 GB Pixel And Pixel XL Models, But Don't Get Excited Just Yet
Several keen-eyed onlookers have noticed that Verizon has 256 GB variants of the Google Pixel and Pixel listed on its site. Could this suggest higher-capacity models are in the pipeline?
Game Boy Coming Back To Life Thanks To Retro-bit's Super Retro Boy
Ever wished the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance were bundled into a single console, completing a stellar trifecta of retro handheld gaming? For $80, that wish can become a reality, with Retro-bit’s Super Retro Boy.
NES Classic Edition Hack Adds 30 More Games To The Mix: 'Mega Man,' 'Metal Gear,' And More
A hacker was able to add 30 more games to the NES Classic Edition’s stock library, bringing the total to 60 games. The system, however, is still mired by availability issues at present.
Nintendo Switch Rumored Release Date And Price May Have Been Confirmed By UK Retailer
A UK retailer may have just revealed the Nintendo Switch’s exact release date and price tag. If true, then the forthcoming hybrid console hits shelves March 17, and retail for around $250.
Nexus 6 Gets Android 7.1.1 Nougat Update As Google Makes Factory Images And OTA Files Available
Finally available is the Android 7.1.1 update for the Nexus 6, arriving at the heels of a previous delay caused by a last-minute bug. Files necessary for the update can be found on Google’s Android developer site.
Xiaomi Mi Mix Goes Official In White At CES 2017, But It's Still Not Coming To The US
A white Xiaomi Mi Mix has just been announced at CES 2017, shipping in China later this year, with nary a hint for a possible U.S. release. The white variant features the fame gorgeous and slick-looking nearly bezel-less display.
CES 2017: Dell's XPS 27 Is An All-In-One Powerhouse Rocking 10 Speakers
Dell has unveiled the XPS 27, an all-in-one computer replete with high-end speakers. There are 10 of them, in fact, making for a desktop PC that Dell claims has the best built-in sound.
Attention, 'Overwatch' Players: Don't Abuse Mei's Ice Wall Cheat Or You'll Be Punished
Blizzard has now acknowledged the growing problem of cheaters on 'Overwatch.' The developers are now currently trying to find a fix, while also promising that cheating players won’t get away with it.
CES 2017: Razer Unveils Project Valerie Gaming Laptop With 3 4K Screens
Razer has unveiled Project Valerie, a gaming laptop behemoth packing three 4K screens that autonomously slide themselves into a full 180-degree viewing space. Though currently being showcased at CES, the multi-display laptop is still a prototype.
CES 2017: Should You Get Sony's Bravia OLED 4K HDR TV Or LG's Signature OLED 4K HDR W TV?
Two of the biggest names in displays have now come out with insanely thin 4K OLED panels, with Sony’s Bravia OLED 4K HDR TV and LG's Signature OLED 4K HDR W TV. But which one should you buy?
CES 2017: Samsung Steps Into The PC Gaming Ring With Notebook Odyssey
Samsung has come out with its new lineup of gaming laptops called the Notebook Odyssey. The base 15.6-inch model, replete with high-end specs, starts at $1,199.
HTC Vive Add-On TPCast Showcased At CES 2017, And It's Heading To The US With A $249 Price Tag
The TPCAST, an HTC Vive peripheral that enables wireless VR gameplay, has now been showcased at this year’s CES. It launches globally in Q2 2017 for $249.
BlackBerry Mercury Steps Under The CES 2017 Spotlight With A Physical Keyboard, Android 7.0 Nougat, And More
TCL has teased a new BlackBerry phone at CES, featuring a signature physical QWERTY keyboard that doubles as a trackpad. TCL is expected to share more when the Mobile World Congress rolls around.
CES 2017: New Samsung Chromebook Pro And Plus Run Android Apps And Feature A Built-In Stylus
Samsung has unveiled two new Chromebooks named the Plus and the Pro. The former releasing February, and the latter later this spring, both machines will feature a 360-degree rotating touchscreens, a built-in stylus, and more.
Nintendo Switch vs. Xbox Project Scorpio: Which Upcoming Console Should You Buy?
With the eventual release of the Nintendo Switch in March and the imminent unveiling of Microsoft’s Project Scorpio, a firm console war could potentially ensue. Which console should you get?
Kingston Unveils 2 TB DataTraveler Ultimate GT: World's Highest Capacity Flash Drive Coming This February
Kingston has announced a successor to its 1 TB-packing flash drive released in 2013, with double the storage capacity this time. At 2 TB, the DataTraveler Ultimate GT is the world’s largest-capacity flash drive, out this February.
CES 2017: Huawei Honor 6X Is The Phone With Dual Cameras For Only $250, And It's Coming To The US
Honor, the sub-brand of smartphones manufactured by Huawei, has announced a new budget smartphone with dual cameras. It’s called the Honor 6X, with its dual camera setup designed with filters in mind.
Intel Unwraps The Latest Kaby Lake Processors: Core i7-7700K, i5-7600K, And i3-7350K
Intel has unveiled new seventh-generation Kaby Lake processors, with the higher-end Core i7 chip poised to power desktop computers. Interestingly, the new Core i3 chip can now be overclocked, a first for the variant.
Dish AirTV Is The 4K Android Set-Top Box That Puts Netflix, Sling TV, And Local Channels Together
Dish has officially revealed the AirTV Player, after some bouts of rumors which surfaced late December. The set-top box, an Android TV device, bundles major streaming services and local channels together.
'Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild' Art Released By Nintendo To Start The New Year: Guardian Enemy, Sunset Scenery Revealed
To start off the new year, Nintendo just published a nostalgic artwork for 'Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,' with the art style deftly reminiscent of old school 'Zelda' manuals. The game comes out sometime in 2017.
Google Pixel Camera Security Flaw That Could 'Facilitate Tracking' Now Fixed
Google has now fixed a security flaw with the Pixel and the Pixel XL’s front-facing camera, which could have opened up the possibility of individual device tracking. All will be sorted out when this month’s security patches arrive.
Carpooling Services UberPOOL And Lyft Line Could Put NYC Taxis Out Of Business, MIT Study Finds
Three thousand four-person cars executed via ride-sharing services could serve 98 percent of New York City’s transportation infrastructure, according to an MIT study. Could it potentially replace traditional cabs?
Steam Awards Winners Announced: 'Skyrim,' 'Goat Simulator,' 'Doom,' And More
Valve has now released the winners of the first-ever Steam awards, with a mix of beloved favorites and bestsellers netting their due recognition. Take a look at all the winners.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Rumored To Feature A Continuum-Like Desktop Experience Similar To HP Elite x3
Samsung may be working on a feature similar to Microsoft’s Continuum for the Galaxy S8. If true, the handset could potentially support a full desktop experience that’s capable of multi-window workspaces.
