Articles by Carl Velasco
'Pokémon GO' Gets A New Tracker That Really Works: Right On Time For Thanksgiving And Ditto
A crucial ‘Pokémon GO’ feature is making a return. Players can now rejoice as the nearby tracker will once again be functional, this time showing a bevy of PokéStops certain Pokémon are closest to in the map.
'Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild' Rumored Launch With Nintendo Switch Not Happening, Insider Says
After suffering numerous delays during development, ‘Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’ is apparently getting delayed once more. The game, believed to be launching with the Nintendo Switch in March, will skip the console’s launch date.
Netflix PC Gets 4K Support, But Don't Get Too Excited Yet
Netflix will finally be available to stream in 4K for PC owners, that is if the PC has an Intel Kaby Lake processor and a 4K display. For those without the compatible hardware, they can stick to 1080p streaming for now.
Huawei P10 Leaked Renders Reveal Curved Display Variant, Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner
After the recent prototype leaks of the Huawei P10 came into the fore, new product renders have emerged, showing a curved display variant of the upcoming flagship. The Huawei P10 could potentially have a Q2 2017 unveiling, according to reports.
Steam Awards Has Begun: Cast Your Votes For Your Favorite PC Game
The first-ever Steam Awards takes place Nov. 23 to Nov. 29, honoring the best games under the silliest categories. Steam’s relying on players for nominations, so if you have a game in mind you’d like to nominate, better start now.
Yes, Your Samsung Gear S3 And S2 Works With Your iPhone Thanks To Gear Manager For iOS Leak
An IPA file for what is believed to be the final build of Gear Manager for iOS has leaked online. Several users have already paired the Samsung Gear S3 and Gear S2 with their iPhones using the app.
New Malware Lets Hackers Listen To Your Conversations Via Your Headphones
A group of researchers from Ben-Gurion University in Israel has found a new security threat. They discovered that a RealTek audio codec chip feature in most computers today can be maneuvered to turn headphones into audio-recording devices.
Apple To Make Foldable iPhone With Flexible Display Soon? Newly Won Patent Says Yes
Apple has been granted a patent for bendable devices with a flexible OLED display, filed back in 2014. The patent shows a device foldable in numerous ways, though it’s uncertain whether Apple will release a bendable iPhone in the future.
Yes, You Can Now Catch Ditto In 'Pokémon GO': Here's How
A long-awaited Pokémon has finally arrived on 'Pokémon GO.' Several players are now beginning to report sightings of the shape-shifting Pokémon Ditto on the game, masqueraded as a Rattata, Pidgey, Zubat and possibly other forms, too.
Final Android 7.1 Developer Preview 2 Now Live For Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 9 And Pixel C
Google has pushed out the second developer preview for Android 7.1. The update is largely geared for developers to test out their applications before the official, consumer version releases in December.
Limited Edition ZTE Axon 7 Rolls Out, Brings Force Touch, 6 GB RAM And 128 GB Storage To The Table
ZTE is launching a limited edition Axon 7 with 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of internal storage and a pressure-sensitive display all in the same body as its predecessor. The device will cost $499.98 through ZTE USA's website.
Facebook's Aquila Internet Drone 'Structural Failure' Being Probed By The NTSB
The structural failure of Facebook's autonomous, solar-powered Aquila drone is now under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The Aquila suffered a structural failure before landing during its first test flight in June.
Shots Fired: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Pokes Fun At Apple's iPad Pro For Being Too Similar To Surface
Satya Nadella, Microsoft's chief executive, isn't letting Apple's chief executive Tim Cook slip with his infamous 'toaster and refrigerator' analogy for hybrids. In a recent interview, Nadella poked fun at Apple for essentially eating its own words.
'Pokémon GO' Thanksgiving Event: Double XP, Stardust For 1 Week This November
Niantic is doubling the amount of XP and Stardust players will receive from completing in-game actions in ‘Pokémon GO’ as a way of the company to say 'thank you.' The event runs from Nov. 23 until the end of the month.
No 32 GB RAM New MacBook Pro Option? That's Because It Would've Reduced Battery Life, Apple Says
Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior VP for marketing, has explained the absence of a 32 GB RAM MacBook Pro. According to him, such a model would have required a different logic board design that posed a risk of reducing battery life.
'Pokémon GO' To Get Shiny Pokémon Soon? Latest Patch Says Yes
You might soon see shiny Pokémon in 'Pokémon GO,' as per a deep dig of the version 0.47.1 APK. Also coming in the new update is the long-awaited appearance of Ditto alongside tweaks to the nearby tracker.
Can't Find The NES Classic Edition? Here Are Some Alternatives To Consider For Retro Games
The NES Classic Edition is still in appallingly short supply due to overwhelming demand. If you can't wait for the NES Classic Edition, here are a few alternatives to quench your retro gaming thirst.
Google's Smart Autofocusing Contact Lens Delayed: Tests Pushed Back Beyond 2016
Novartis and Alphabet's smart contact lenses aren't set for human clinical trials in 2016, as previously promised. A spokesperson has explained that both companies are learning as the development progresses, promising to provide updates in the future.
LG V30 Secondary Display Rumored To Not Have A Ticker: Something Better In The Pipeline?
As per Evan Blass, trusted source of smartphone leaks, LG might bid 'adieu' to the secondary display for its next flagship, the V30. However, is LG really scraping it away or making something better?
'Pokémon Sun' And 'Moon' Guide: How To Get A Shiny Starter Pokémon
'Pokémon Sun' and 'Moon' players are relentlessly shelling out hours just to net themselves a shiny starter. Here's how to do it.
Sony Xperia Ear To Be Released On Dec. 13 For $200 In The US
The Sony Xperia Ear, Sony's own hands-free virtual assistant entry will hit U.S. shelves Dec. 13 for $199. It's a tiny voice-enabled device that can perform tasks such as sending messages, helping with directions, looking for information and more.
Huawei Mate 9 Lite Secretly Goes Official: Runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow But No Leica Cameras
Huawei has secretly made a new variant of the Mate 9 available, called the Mate 9 Lite. It's a shrunken down version of the company's flagship phone, size and specs-wise, with non-Leica dual cameras.
You Can Use Samsung Pay On The Gear S3 With Any Other Android Phone
Samsung confirmed that Samsung Pay, its proprietary mobile payment service, will work on the Gear S3 even when paired with non-Samsung smartphones. For this, you need to have an Android phone running Android 4.4. Kitkat or higher.
Google Suspended Then Restored Pixel Resellers' Accounts: How To Download Your Google Data Via Takeout In Case You Get Banned
Can you imagine a world without Google services? If you can't, here's a detailed guide on how to back up your data with Google Takeout, in case Google includes you in its recent account suspension spree.
Nokia Confirmed To Make 'Return To Smartphones' In 2017: D1C Could Be First To Go Official
Nokia is officially returning to the smartphone industry next year, as confirmed by the company itself during a presentation in Spain for investors. The long-rumored Nokia D1C could spearhead Nokia's comeback, reports say.
Android Users Uninstall Apps More Often Than Their iOS Counterparts
Android users are twice as likely to uninstall apps compared with iOS users, a new report by analytics platform AppsFlyer suggests. The reason behind it might surprise you.
'Pokémon Sun' And 'Moon' Guide: How To Transfer Ash-Greninja To The Full Game From The Demo
'Pokémon Sun' and 'Pokémon Moon' are out today. For those who have completed the special demo version released a month ago, here's a guide on how to transfer your Ash-Greninja to the full game.
Remember The $300 'Designed By Apple In California' Photo Book? It Was A 'Responsibility,' Says Jony Ive
Apple's bulky new tome called 'Designed by Apple in California' looks at Apple’s 20-year design history. Jony Ive, the company's chief design officer, has confessed that it felt an obligation to create the book.
Xiaomi Mi Mix Mini Leaks, Reveals 5.5-Inch Display, Snapdragon 821 And 4 GB Of RAM Under The Hood
The bezel-less Xiaomi Mi Mix could soon be followed up with a smaller variant, reportedly called the Xiaomi Mi Mix Mini. Reports say its screen would be reduced to 5.5 inches but will remain as powerful as its predecessor.
Android 7.0 Nougat Update For OnePlus 3, OnePlus 3T: Release Date Scheduled For December
OnePlus is bringing over an Android 7.0 Nougat update to both OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T this December. Many have previously expressed their resentment over OnePlus potentially abandoning the OnePlus 3, but it seems like this isn't the case.
