Articles by Carl Velasco
Babies Sharing Parents' Room Prevents SIDS : Tips To Make Sleeping Environment Safe For Infants
The American Academy of Pediatrics gave parents advice to greatly reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS. The recommendations largely discuss creating a safe sleeping environment for an infant to avoid SIDS.
Apple Squashes Bugs, Improves Performance: watchOS 3.1, macOS Sierra 10.12.1 Released
Apple has followed up the release of iOS 10.1 with software updates for Macs and all Apple Watch Models. Both watchOS 3.1 and macOS Sierra 10.12.1 are now available to download, bringing a number of performance improvements and bug fixes.
Apple October 27 Event: Here's What To Expect And How To Watch The Live Stream
Apple's gearing up for its Mac-themed event on Thursday, Oct. 27. Among the expected unveils are a new MacBook Pro with a secondary OLED display, a refreshed MacBook Air and updated iMac models.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 With S Pen To Launch On Oct. 28: Stylus Finds A New Home In A Tablet
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 with an S Pen will hit shelves on Friday, Oct. 28 for a retail price of $349.99. The Galaxy Tab A 10.1 is Samsung's more budget-friendly, mid-range tablet offering, boasting multi-user capabilities.
'Pokémon GO' Update 0.43.3 For Android, 1.13.3 For iOS: Egg System Changes, Pokémon Type Icons And More
Niantic has announced that a new update for 'Pokémon GO' is set to be released for iOS and Android. The update will give the three types of eggs a cosmetic refresh and will bring individual icons for all Pokémon types in the information screen.
Huawei Mate 9, Mate 9 Pro Renders Get Leaked Ahead Of Potential November Debut: Purplish Color Option, Specs And More
Huawei's set to unveil new flagships come Nov. 3, but the Mate 9 and the curved-screen variant, Mate 9 Pro, have already washed up on Twitter. Both devices sport dual cameras, a fingerprint scanner and more.
BlackBerry DTEK60 Release Date Could Be Oct. 25
BlackBerry's third Android-powered smartphone, the DTEK60, has enjoyed its slew of leaks pre-release. Now, rumors suggest that the phone could be available beginning Oct. 25.
iPod Now 15 Years Old: Here's A Look At The History Of Apple's Iconic MP3 Player
Apple's original iPod released in 2001 is now 15 years old. Over the years, the music player has gone through notable developments that have turned it into the main music player of choice of the masses.
LeEco To Enter US Market And Offer Everything: Smartphones, VR Headset, Smart Bike, Self-Driving Electric Car And More
LeEco, dubbed as the Netflix of China, officially unveiled its product line last week. Headlining its official U.S. entry are two new smartphones, a virtual reality headset, an Android bike, a self-driving electric car, a lineup of TVs and more.
Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Specs Leaked, Dual Curved Display Confirmed: Snapdragon 821, 6 GB RAM And More
Xiaomi's set to unveil its latest flagship, the Mi Note 2, on Oct 25, opening up the livestream on Facebook for everyone who's interested. Per the PowerPoint leak, the device will have a 5.7-inch curved edge-to-edge AMOLED display, dual cameras and more.
Nintendo Switch Won't Have Backward Compatibility Support For Physical 3DS, Wii U Games: Digital Is Our Only Hope Left
Nintendo has confirmed that its new upcoming home console, the Nintendo Switch, won't support backward compatibility for 3DS and Wii U games. Nintendo promised to talk more about the Switch's specs as its March 2017 release draws nearer.
New 'Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild' Trailers: Nintendo Gives A Close Look At Link's New Adventure
Nintendo has released three new trailers for 'Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild' before the Nintendo Switch reveal. While the trailers don't reveal much of anything new, it's worth mentioning that the official site confirms the game as an upcoming Switch tittle.
Hackers Target Dyn, Disrupt Major Websites Such As PayPal, Reddit And More: What Are DDoS Attacks?
A massive DDoS attack occurred on Friday, targeting online infrastructure company Dyn and sites under it such as Twitter, Spotify and PayPal to be down. A DDoS attack, or a distributed denial of service, targets a specific site and causes it to malfunction.
HP Elite x3 Now Available For $699 Without The Desk Dock
A dock-free variant of the Windows-powered HP Elite x3 began showing up on HP's online store for small and medium businesses. No word yet if the dock-free variant crosses over to HP's main store, but it'll cost $699 for just the phone.
Apple MacBook Pro 2016: OLED Dynamic Function Row, Integrated Touch ID, AMD Chips And Everything We Know So Far
Apple is set to hold a press event on Oct. 27, where it's expected to unveil the new MacBook Pro. The company's soon-to-be flagship laptop is rumored to feature an OLED secondary display, Touch ID, beefed-up internals and more.
Moto G4 Plus Android 7.0 Nougat Soak Test Starts In Brazil: US Release Imminent?
Moto G4 Plus owners in Brazil are reportedly beginning to receive the Android 7.0 Nougat update as part of a soak test. No word yet if the update will cross outside of Brazil, but the soak test signals a precursor for a wider rollout in the future.
iPhones Have A Hidden One-Handed Keyboard That's Been Holed Up Since iOS 8
An Apple developer has found a secret feature hidden from public use since iOS 8: a one-handed keyboard mode. Swiping from either edge of the keyboard reduces the width of the keys, making it possible to type with one hand.
Samsung To Set 8 GB RAM As Standard For Future Smartphones
Samsung is introducing the industry's first 8 GB low power double data rate 4 (LPDDR4) DRAM package for future ultra-slim and high-powered smartphones. The memory chips bank on high-end performance with power consumption efficiency.
Google Pixel, Pixel XL To Receive First Update At Launch: Android 7.1 Nougat NDE63P
The first software update for Google-branded smartphones Pixel and Pixel XL will arrive on Oct. 20, the same day as the devices' release date. The update brings Wi-Fi connectivity improvements to the devices and not much else.
LG V20 Bend, Scratch And Burn Torture Tests: Did The Android Nougat Smartphone Survive? [Video]
Ahead of its launch, the LG V20 was recently put through a series of torture tests. The device, while not as durable as its predecessor, the LG V10, was able to remain fully functional despite the rigorous torture it endured.
Samsung Gear S3 To Launch In Mid-November In The US
Samsung is reportedly shipping its latest smartwatch, the Samsung Gear S3, in mid-November for Korean and U.S. markets. No exact price has been announced, but its expected to closely mirror the Canadian Gear S3 price at CAD $469.99
Verizon's LG V20 Only Costs $672 Without A Contract Or $28 A Month: Big Red Offers The Most Affordable Option
Verizon's opening up orders for LG's latest flagship, the LG V20, for a much lower price tag than its competitors. Starting Oct. 20, customers can avail the phone for a monthly fee of $28 for 24 months.
Nintendo NX Reveal: Here's What To Expect And How To Watch The Livestream Of The Console's Big Debut
Nintendo is finally revealing the NX on Oct. 20 via livestream. It's long been expected that the NX will be a high-powered touchscreen handheld and home console hybrid with detachable controllers.
2018 MacBooks Will Reportedly Have E-Ink Keyboards, But It's Still Unlikely
Apple is reportedly set to refresh its MacBook lineup with new e-ink keyboards, allegedly seeking the help of Australian design startup Sonder for the technology. Sonder has since denied the claims, saying that its founder did not meet with Apple.
You Can Now Build Moto Z Play Via Moto Maker
Users can now purchase the Moto Z Play directly on Motorola's Moto Maker Site for $449.99 GSM unlocked, with different Moto Mods accessories also available. Motorola is shipping the device on Oct. 26 for those who order.
Amazon Plans To Offer Internet Service In Europe: Another Way To Sell Prime?
Amazon is reportedly planning to set itself up as an internet service provider in Europe, expected to offer a bundled data plan that includes Amazon Prime. No word yet if same plans will apply in the United States where network regulations are more rigid.
Nintendo NES Classic Edition Review Roundup: What Fans Are Saying About The Nostalgic Console
Nintendo's NES Classic Edition comes out on Nov. 11 but reviewers have gotten their hands on it early. With 30 preloaded retro games, the console is a steal at $59.99, offering a faithful experience to the original NES released 30 years ago.
Nokia Equips First Set Of Apartments With 52.5 Gbps Fiber Connection
Nokia has wired an entire apartment building in South Korea with a 52.5 Gbps fiber connection. SK Broadband helped out, fusing its existing fiber network with Nokia’s passive optical network technology to deliver the huge speed boost.
Apple Might Get 5 To 7 Million New iPhone 7 Users Thanks To Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Cancellation, KGI Analyst Says
Samsung's cancellation of the Galaxy Note 7 might be good news for Apple. The company is expected to reap 5 to 7 million iPhone 7 sales from Samsung's Note 7 fallout, according to a KGI Securities analyst.
'Pokémon: The First Movie,' 'Pikachu's Vacation' Hitting Theaters Again In Celebration Of 20th Anniversary
'Pokémon: The First Movie' is set to be reshown on Cinemark theaters on Oct. 29 and Nov. 1. The film was released back in 1999, collecting a sizable $160 million worldwide box office record.
