Articles by Carl Velasco
Video Ad For ‘The Nun’ Was So Scary, YouTube Had To Take It Down
YouTube has probably never taken down an advertisement simply for being too scary for audiences. Until now, that is, thanks to a film called ‘The Nun.’
T-Mobile Customers Are Getting A Free Year Of Pandora Plus
T-Mobile just announced a bunch of music-related perks for customers. The most notable among them is a year’s worth of Pandora Plus at no extra cost.
Rumor: Upcoming iPhone Flagship Will Have Apple Pencil Support, 512 GB Storage
Apple is rumored to be unveiling three new iPhones this September. According to market analyst TrendForce, two of them will have apple Pencil support and be offered in 512 GB.
Rumor: Fitbit Charge 3 Might Have A Touchscreen, But No GPS
Fitbit is upgrading its traditional trackers. The Fitbit Charge 3 will apparently be more like its smartwatch siblings, complete with a touchscreen and a new design — but no GPS, though.
Controversial Messenger Kids App Now Lets Users Add Friends
Adding friends on Messenger Kids just got easier. Users can now let parents opt into a new feature that generates a unique phrase that can be sent to other potential friends, and parents of both children must approve the request.
Android P Reportedly Disables Fast Charging In Older Pixel XL Phones: Report
If you have a Google Pixel XL, don’t upgrade to Android Pie just yet. Apparently, some users have discovered that their fast charging capabilities have been disabled by the new operating system.
Cheap MacBooks Reportedly On Track For December Release: Report
Apple is apparently going to release new Macbook upgrades later this year. Two models could be refreshed: the standard 12-inch MacBook, and the aging MacBook Air.
Bethesda Exec Pete Hines: ‘We're Not Trying To Stop Anybody From Selling Used Games’
Pete Hines has now set the record straight. Bethesda isn’t preventing anyone from reselling games, it just wants some sellers to stop calling used games as ‘new.’
Ruby Rose Deletes Twitter Account After ‘Batwoman’ Casting Controversy
Following backlash over her being cast as Batwoman, Ruby Rose has officially quit Twitter. Many users questioned her acting skills, her ethnicity, and even her sexuality.
How To Get ‘Fortnite’ On Android If You Don’t Have A Samsung Phone
Non-Samsung device owners can finally get a chance to play 'Fortnite' on Android. Epic Games has opened up a beta program for those interested, but players will need to wait a bit before actually playing.
Scientists Create New Pill That Prevents You From Gaining Weight
Scientists took a pill typically used to treat glaucoma patients and found that it helped prevent weight gain even after intake of a high-fat diet. It only applies to mice for now, however.
Chromebooks Will Be Able To Run Windows 10 Via ‘Campfire’ Feature, Like Boot Camp On MacBooks: Report
A new feature called Campfire has been discovered on Chromebooks. It would apparently let those machines dual-boot Chrome OS and Windows 10, greatly expanding their capabilities and appeal.
Is Bethesda Trying To Stop People From Selling Used Games?
Reselling games is a common practice among gamers, and many of them do it to earn enough money for another game. However, Bethesda might be cracking down on online resellers, claiming the practice is unlawful.
Google’s Plans For Censored Search In China Is Stupid, Said Former Head Of Free Expression
Google is allegedly planning to release a Search app in China that will block certain sites in compliance with the country’s aggressive censorship policies. A former executive thinks it's stupid.
Paul Rudd To Play 2 Paul Rudds On Upcoming Netflix Comedy Series ‘Living With Yourself’
Paul Rudd has a new show coming to Netflix called ‘Living With Yourself.’ It appears to be about dissatisfied people being forced to live with another version of themselves as part of a new treatment program.
Blue Light Emitted By Phones And Tablets Can Speed Up Blindness
Blue light from smartphones are dangerous for your eyes. According to a new study, prolonged exposure to blue light might speed up macular degeneration and lead to blindness.
Google Pixel 3 XL Hands-On Video Leaked: ‘Confirms’ 6.7-Inch Display, Camera Specs, And More
The Google Pixel 3 XL has practically been revealed thanks to this leaked hands-on video. The specs aren’t too surprising considering the phone is a flagship device, but the humongous screen is a sight to behold.
Hidden Virtual Reality Mode On Nintendo Switch Revealed, But Don’t Get Excited Yet
Ever since the Nintendo Switch was released, fans have been asking Nintendo about whether it’ll support virtual reality in the future. As it turns out, it just might.
Amazon Is Getting Ready To Bring Alexa To Even More Cars
Amazon has officially opened up Alexa Auto to more people. The company just released an SDK on GitHub, allowing developers to experiment integrating Alexa into car infotainment systems.
MacBook Pro 2018 Users Report Crackling, Distorted Speakers
Some owners of the latest MacBook Pro models have reported that the speakers sometimes produce crackling and distorted sounds. Apple is allegedly aware of the issue and is investigating.
Everything You Need To Know About The New Samsung Galaxy Watch
Samsung has finally unveiled its new Galaxy Watch, which officially replaces the Gear smartwatch line. It’s still running Tizen, still has the circular bezel, and still features Samsung’s excellent AMOLED displays.
Samsung Unveils Bixby-Powered Galaxy Home, But Is It A HomePod Killer?
Samsung just teased its answer to the Apple HomePod. The Galaxy Home will primarily be a premium speaker, but it’ll also have Bixby baked in, which means it’ll answer to voice commands like all other smart speakers.
A Varied Diet Is Actually Making You Fat, Says Study
Many people think varied diets, or eating from a wide selection of different foods, lead to healthier eating patterns. According to the American Heart Association, however, it’s not that simple.
Discord Will Start Selling Games: Watch Out, Steam
Discord has now announced plans to start selling games. The move comes after Steam rolled out its own Chat platform, which was released to rival Discord’s robust gaming communities.
Sony Celebrates 500 Million PlayStations Sold With Limited Edition 2 TB PS4 — Only 50,000 Units Available
Sony has unveiled a limited edition PS4 Pro variant with 2 TB of storage and a gorgeous translucent blue casing. It comes with a color-matched DualShock 4 controller and a special serial number.
Nintendo Announces ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ Limited Edition Bundle, Comes With A GameCube Controller
Nintendo has revealed a 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' Limited Edition bundle that will come with a GameCube controller and an adapter for the Switch. Pricing details have yet to be revealed, but the bundle itself comes out Dec. 7.
Google Chrome Now Works With Native Windows 10 Notifications: Here’s How To Get It
Google Chrome now works natively with Windows 10 notifications. Google is slowly rolling the feature to all users, but here’s how to turn it on right now.
Men Who Wear Boxers More Likely To Have Higher Sperm Count, Says New Harvard Study
Listen up, men who want to have babies: wearing boxers might do you a favor instead of wearing briefs or other close-fitting undergarments. It turns out men who wear boxers have higher sperm count and concentration.
Academy Adds New Oscar Category For ‘Best Popular Film’ And Twitter Is Not Having It
The Academy Awards just announced a new category that aims to celebrate and recognize the most popular films. However, critics call it a ploy to shut out blockbusters from the big categories.
Verizon Offers Its Unlimited Users Free Apple Music For 6 Months
Verizon is offering all its Unlimited customers six free months of Apple Music. New and existing Apple Music customers are all eligible, provided they’re under one of the three unlimited plans.
