Articles by Carl Velasco
Apple Is Adapting ‘Foundation’ By Isaac Asimov Into A TV Series
Apple is adapting Isaac Asimov’s ‘Foundation’ into a TV series, giving a straight-to-series order with 10 episodes. Details such as cast, directors, and release date are unclear at the moment, though.
Pandora Users Can Now Share Music On Snapchat
Ever felt compelled to share your Pandora playlists to Snapchat friends? Now’s your chance. You can send songs, playlists, or full albums — and anyone you send it to who’s not a Pandora user will get 30 minutes of free music.
Here’s Our First Look At The LG V40
Alleged renders of the LG V40 ThinQ have now leaked, revealing the rumored three-camera system on the back, and the two front-facing shooters. LG will unveil the phone this November, reports say.
The Big Bang Theory Is Ending After 12 Seasons
CBS, Warner Bros. Television, and Chuck Lorre Productions have confirmed ‘The Big Bang Theory’ is ending after a 12-season run. But it might not be because of low ratings.
Apple Removes Onavo App By Facebook From App Store Over Data Collection: Not Again
By now no one should be surprised that Facebook, fresh off various data scandals, is still collecting user data. Apple isn’t having it, however: the company just asked Facebook to pull its VPN app Onavo from its storefront.
Microsoft Allegedly Launching Xbox All Access Subscription Service That Includes A Console, Xbox Live, And Game Pass
Microsoft might unveil a new subscription service called Xbox All Access later this month. It’ll include an Xbox One console, Xbox Live, and Xbox Game Pass.
Google’s New ‘Tell Me Something Good’ Feature Makes This Dreary World Seem A Bit Better
Google has Assistant feature that’ll tell you good news happening around the world. It won’t shield you from the horrors, it just wants to show you that people can still change the world even in small ways.
Kelly Marie Tran Finally Addresses ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Racism, Harassment
Kelly Marie Tran was unfairly ostracized so severely for playing Rose Tico in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' that she eventually deleted her social media pages. Now, she speaks out against toxic fanboy culture and reveals personal shame.
Samsung Unveils CJG5 Curved Gaming Monitors With 144 Hz Refresh Rate, And They’re Cheap
Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitors deliver all the essentials and cut out all the necessary extras, offering gamers an above-average display option that won’t break their bank. A release date remains unannounced, though.
Microsoft Is Officially Killing The Windows 8 Store
Microsoft is preparing for the death of its Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 storefronts. The company has now revealed important deadlines for developers, the earliest of which comes this October when both stores stop accepting new apps.
Apple Pay Support Comes To All Costco Outlets In The US
All Costco locations in the United States now support Apple Pay. The retail chain plans to add the payment method in gas stations as well, but that’s yet to be finalized.
Skype Finally Adds End-To-End Encryption For Calls, Messages
End-to-end encryption finally arrives on Skype, as promised this past January. Users can now be more confident that their chats are secure, although there’s a catch.
Updated MacBook Air Will Have Slim Bezels, Retina Display: Report
Apple will finally release an upgraded MacBook Air. Bloomberg says it’ll have slimmer bezels and a Retina Display, and that Apple is also going to release an updated Mac Mini.
You Can Now ‘Undo’ Sent Emails On Gmail For Android: Here’s How
Google is finally bringing its undo feature to Gmail for Android. For years it’s been a staple of the Gmail for desktop experience, but now mobile users will finally be able to take advantage of it as well.
Forza Horizon 2 Leaving Xbox Marketplace On September: Download It For Free While You Still Can
Say goodbye to ‘Forza Horizon 2’ this October. Turn 10 confirms the game is leaving the Xbox marketplace for good, but there’s still plenty of time to download it along with all available DLC.
Netflix Gets Rid Of All User Reviews, As Promised
Netflix has finally removed all user reviews from its platform. Yes, there was once a time where your opinion mattered to Netflix, but clearly not anymore.
How Contact Lenses Are Contributing To Microplastic Pollution
Contact lenses are a godsend to those with ocular difficulties. But according to a new research, they can contribute to microplastic pollution when not properly discarded.
You Can No Longer Buy A Kindle Voyage
Amazon is no longer making the Kindle Voyage. Customers who want a higher-end e-reader will have to opt for the Kindle Oasis or look at other options from Kobo or Sony.
Skype Gets ‘SMS Connect’ Feature To Let You Text From PC
Skype gets a new feature called SMS Connect, which lets users send and text SMS using their desktop. It’s not fully functional yet, reports say, and Microsoft isn’t planning an iOS rollout, apparently.
Google Goggles Is Now Officially Dead — Install Google Lens Instead
Google Goggles is officially dead. Google has punted its ancient visual search platform into the sunset, telling users to download and install Google Lens instead, which offers a vastly better experience.
It Was Only A Matter Of Time: Netflix Now Reportedly Testing Ads
The golden age of streaming might finally be coming to a halt. Netflix is now the latest service to experiment with in-show ads, disrupting users’ binge-watching sessions with commercials for its own shows.
Google To Launch New Version Of Chromecast With Bluetooth, Stronger Wi-Fi
An amended FCC filing reveals Google will soon release an updated Chromecast device with better Wi-Fi and expanded Bluetooth support. Details such as pricing and release date remain uncertain, though.
HBO Picks Up Full Season Of ‘Watchmen’ From The Creator Of ‘Lost’ And ‘The Leftovers’
HBO has picked up ‘Watchmen’ for a full season, expected to the debut sometime in 2019. The series, helmed by 'Lost' creator Damon Lindelof, will stray from the original material but remain faithful to it.
Gmail For Mobile Gets Confidential Mode: What It’s For And How To Use It
Confidential Mode, introduced as part of the new Gmail, has arrived on mobile. Gmail for Android users can now send confidential emails, complete with expiration dates and SMS passcodes.
New Super Mario Bros. U Port Reportedly Coming To Nintendo Switch, But Should It?
Multiple sources suggest that the Switch is getting another Wii U port: 'New Super Mario Bros. U.' The game is going to come with brand-new content, apparently.
MoviePass Update: New Plan Only Lets You See 3 Films Per Month, With Limited Daily Selection
MoviePass is now officially rolling out its new subscriber plan, which will restrict customers to just three films per month, unlike yesteryear’s watch-till-you-drop plan. It gets worse.
Google Adds Subtopics To Featured Snippets In Search
Google Search just got a little bit better. Featured Snippets now display relevant subtopics because Google knows you’re too lazy to search for them yourself.
How Common Are Phantom Smells, Or Smelling Things That Aren’t There?
If you smell rotten eggs, garbage, or spoiled food even when they aren’t there, you might be experiencing what’s called as phantom smells. This shouldn’t be ignored, according to a new study.
Google Is Making It Easier For Android To Support Hearing Aids
Pairing hearing aids with iPhones are easy. On Android, it’s essentially non-existent — but that will change soon thanks to a new protocol called ASHA that Google has developed.
Certain Vegetables Might Reduce The Risk Of Colon Cancer: Study
Everyone always says that vegetables are good for you, but they never tell exactly which ones. Now, researchers have figured out which types of vegetables are beneficial for gut health, potentially preventing colon cancer.
