Articles by Carl Velasco
Did Fake News On Facebook Help Donald Trump Win The 2016 Election? CEO Mark Zuckerberg Says That's 'Crazy'
Has fake news that ran rampant on Facebook during the 2016 Presidential election influenced Donald Trump's victory? New York Magazine's Max Read thinks so, but Zuckerberg disagrees.
Verizon Introduces 2 New Prepaid Data Plans: 5 GB For $50 A Month, 10 GB For $70
Verizon is offering two new data plans beginning Nov. 13. For $50 a month, users can get 5 GB of data and 10 GB if you're willing to shell out a little bit more at $70.
'Moto' Branding To Be Used On All Future Lenovo Smartphones: Report
Lenovo is dropping its name from future smartphones and will from now on borrow the "Moto" branding from Motorola, which it owns. The name change is joined by a restructuring of the company to bolster smartphone sales in China.
Android 7.0 Nougat Beta For Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 Edge Launching: Here's How To Get The Update
The long wait for an Android Nougat update for Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge may be over. Beginning Nov. 9, Samsung will let select users to try out a beta release of Nougat on the handsets.
iOS 10.2 Public Beta 2 Now Released: New TV App, SOS Function And More
A week after the initial release of iOS 10.2 beta, Apple has now rolled out the second public beta, opening up the software for public testing. The update includes the new TV app, an SOS emergency function and more.
Refurbished iPhones Now For Sale: Apple Sells iPhone 6s At $449, iPhone 6s Plus At $529 And More
For those who skipped Apple's iPhone 6s or 6s Plus back when they were first released, Apple is now offering refurbished units for a lower price. All the refurbished units are 15 percent less than the original price, starting at $449.
Samsung Galaxy J5 Reportedly Catches Fire: Exploding Galaxy Note 7 Not The End Of The Fiasco?
After the Note 7 battery issue, Samsung's exploding smartphone problem may be far from over. In Paris, a woman is planning to sue Samsung after her Galaxy J5 reportedly emitted smoke then caught fire.
Google Revamps Gmail For iOS: Big Redesign, Speed Improvements And Now Comparable With The Android Version
Google has redesigned Gmail for iOS, bringing in several features from the Android version. Sleeker transitions and the 'undo send' and 'swipe to delete' features are some of the new additions.
Pokémon GO Update: More Bonuses And Time To Seize Gyms, But Even Passengers Can't Reap PokéStop Rewards While On The Road Anymore
Niantic has yet again released a new 'Pokémon GO' update that brings new changes to gyms and implements the Daily Bonuses announced earlier. However, Niantic was mum on a big shake-up about PokéStops users have started noticing.
NES Classic Edition Games: Best Classic Titles To Play On The Revived Retro Console
Here are some of the best games that come preloaded with the NES Classic Edition. The console, a miniature replica of the original, comes out Nov. 11.
Android Auto Now A Phone App: You Don't Need To Buy That Expensive Car To Use It Anymore
You won't need a brand-new and expensive Android Auto-capable car to experience Google's user interface for driving. Google has now made its Android Auto app available for smartphones, mirroring the same features found in the dash.
Mobile-First Ranking: Google To Rank Pages Based On Mobile Websites
Google announced that it is shifting to a more mobile-driven search index, to best reflect the usage of search on mobile platforms. The company is starting to tweak its algorithm to rank websites based on their mobile version.
Nintendo Power Line Returning This Weekend To Celebrate NES Classic Edition Launch: The '80s Coming Back To Life
Nintendo's banking on nostalgia with the upcoming release of the NES Classic Edition. It's set to hold an '80s-themed event this Nov. 10 and it's also briefly bringing back the Power Line, a hotline for gamers asking for tips or tricks.
Dell Windows Phone With 'Laptop-Class' Intel Processor Leaks: More Than A Concept, But Will It Launch?
Product renders of Dell's cancelled smartphone running on Windows 10 Mobile have surfaced via Evan Blass. A laptop-class Intel x86 processor was supposed to power the device, deftly harnessing the Continuum feature on Windows 10.
'Overwatch' Upcoming Updates: Play Of The Game 2.0, Server Browser In The Pipeline
Blizzard is working on two major features for 'Overwatch.' A revamped 'Play of the Game' feature and a server browser may come in the future, according to Blizzard, though it wasn't able to hint at possible release dates for the features.
iPhone SE 2017 Unlikely To Happen In March, Analyst Says: Here's Why
KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple isn't planning to release an iPhone SE revamp in the first two fiscal quarters of 2017. Apple is skipping an upgrade to focus on profit margins and avoid pulling sales away from the iPhone 7.
Cooking In High Heat Might Increase Heart Disease Risk, Study Finds
A new study suggests that cooking food over high-heat plays a major role in increased risks of coronary heart disease. Production of neoformed contaminants increase over a high temperature, producing compounds harmful to our health.
Watch Intel Light Up The Night Sky With 500 Drones [Video]
Remember when Intel released 100 drones during a show in Germany last year? Well, they've done it again. Intel unleashed a fleet of 500 drones called shooting stars into the night sky, in another record-breaking light show.
Apple's Patent Hints At Foldable, Bendable iPhones In The Future
Apple has been awarded a patent which allows for a device to be foldable without breaking. Apple has long been rumored to be experimenting with bendable screens for a future iteration of the iPhone, and the patent bolsters the notion.
'Diablo III' Update: Necromancer Making A Return, Original 'Diablo' Being Recreated
Blizzard Entertainment is set to release two upcoming updates for 'Diablo III,' including a new pack called 'Rise of the Necromancer,' for its 20th anniversary. The original 'Diablo,' in its full pixelated glory, will also be recreated for 'Diablo III.'
Vimeo To Roll Out Subscription Streaming Service: Should Netflix Be Worried?
Vimeo is launching a subscription streaming service soon, though it might not directly compete with streaming rivals such as Netflix or Amazon. Vimeo isn't spending a lot in content development, relying instead on Vimeo’s content creators to do such.
Pokémon GO Update: Eevee Hatches Only From 5 KM Eggs, Rare Pokémon Now Appears More Often
Niantic’s latest 'Pokémon GO' tweak now pulls out Eevee from the list of potential hatches for 10 km eggs. This small change comes after Niantic’s incremental updates both big and small to encourage users to keep playing.
Motorola Wants You To Think Up The Next Moto Mods: Here's How To Join The Competition
Motorola's launching a developer contest for its modular-esque line of accessories called the Moto Mods. If you have any ideas for the next big Moto Mods accessory, now's your chance to have it fully realized.
YouTube Creators Get New Tools To Control Comments, Engage With Viewers Better
YouTube's comments section has always been prone to hate-filled and harsh dialogue, but YouTube's new tools for creators attempt to fix that. Starting now, creators can opt for a trial run of a new review system to flag inappropriate comments.
New MacBook Pro 2016 Doesn't Have Enough Ports? OWC's Thunderbolt 3 Dock Has Got You Covered
OWC is offering a timely recourse for the lack of ports in the new MacBook Pro models Apple unveiled last week. With the Thunderbolt 3 Dock, you'll get 13 ports in one dock, including an SD card reader, a Gigabit Ethernet port and much more.
Android 7.0 Nougat Beta Update Starts Rolling Out To Sony Xperia X Performance: Here's What To Expect
Sony's latest firmware has started rolling out for Sony Xperia X Performance owners enrolled in the beta program. The test run brings Android 7.0 Nougat to the device, which now supports split-screen multi-tasking and Sony-specific additions.
'Watch Dogs 2' Season Pass Contents Revealed: $40 Gives You New Outfits, Stories And More
For those who impatiently anticipate 'Watch Dogs 2' as it nears its mid-November launch, Ubisoft has uploaded a new video showcasing the Season Pass. The $39.99 expansion pack contains a number of new missions, customization and more.
'Pokémon GO' To Get Daily Bonuses: Here's What To Expect
Niantic released Daily Bonuses for 'Pokémon GO,' an incentives system for players who'll play the game on a daily basis. Experience Points, Stardust and additional items are rewarded for players who do certain activities in the game daily.
Netflix Might Get Offline Playback Support, But Don't Get Too Excited
Netflix is currently developing a feature that could allow users offline playback of its library. The company is targeting underdeveloped markets who may not have high-speed internet for streaming, so offline playback may not come to the United States.
OnePlus 3 Android Marshmallow-Based OxygenOS 3.5.5 Open Beta 6 Now Available For Download
OnePlus has released its Marshmallow-based OxygenOS 3.5.5 Open Beta 6 for OnePlus 3 users. The latest firmware brings OnePlus FileDash, the OnePlus Community app and a host of performance improvements and increased system stability.
