Articles by Carl Velasco
American Heart Association Finds Link Between Prolonged Screen Time And Heart Disease In Children
Parents are encouraged to keep their children away from prolonged screen time since it’s linked to poor cardiovascular health and obesity. The American Heart Association recommends no more than two hours a day.
Samsung Wants To Make Cheaper SSD Storage For Everyone
Samsung is now mass producing a cheaper variant of its ultra-expensive 4 TB QLC SSDs, promising to make more affordable storage solutions for the consumer class. Pricing has yet to be revealed, though.
Snapchat Just Lost 3 Million Users, But It Lost Less Money Than Before
Snap Inc. is still losing money, but not as much as before. It also lost 3 million users after launching the redesigned Snapchat app, which has never happened before.
Amazon Alexa Can Now ‘Get Back To You’ If It Doesn’t Know The Answer To Your Question
Amazon Alexa is a smart and robust digital assistant, but it doesn’t have the answer to everything. Thanks to the new Answer Update feature, it’ll take those unanswerable questions and bring them back out once it’s found enough information.
Firefox Unveils New Extension That Recommends Stories Based On Your Browsing Habits, Like An Internet Tour Guide
Mozilla wants users to develop a healthier relationship with the internet. So as part of its Firefox Test Pilot program, it’s releasing Advance, a new feature that recommends stories based on browsing habits, helping users avoid plunging into rabbit holes.
Ruby Rose Will Play Batwoman, The First Openly Lesbian Superhero On TV
Ruby Rose is going to portray the first openly lesbian superhero on TV. DC Comics has confirmed that Rose is set to play Batwoman in an upcoming Arrowverse crossover event.
The Palm Reboot Phone Gets Spotted In FCC Filing, But Don’t Get Excited Yet
Palm is trying to stage a comeback with a new phone that’ll blow everyone’s socks off. Well, not exactly — new filings reveal it might be nowhere near the flagship level.
Earth At Risk Of Heading Into Hothouse State: Here’s The Potential Aftermath
According to a new perspective article by scientists, if global warming isn’t curbed any time soon, we might eventually enter a ‘hothouse Earth.’ Rising temperatures will apparently trigger a series of events that will bring Earth into hothouse conditions.
Women Are More Likely To Survive Heart Attacks If Their Doctor Is A Woman, Too
A female doctor might be better than male doctors at treating female heart attack patients, according to a new study. It brings to light the issue of gender diversity in the emergency room.
Apple Makes It Easier For Windows Users To Migrate To macOS Mojave With Improved Migration Utility Tool
Windows users thinking of switching to macOS will be able to transfer all their files more easily, including data from third-party apps. macOS Mojave will reportedly include an improved Migration Utility tool that’ll offer a no-frills solution for Mac switchers.
Is Facebook Really Asking For Your Banking Information?
Facebook is not asking for your banking data, contrary to what reports claim. Rather, it’s working with banks to bring banking features over to Messenger via a chatbot.
It Seems Practically No One Is Using Alexa To Buy Things Off Amazon
Majority of Alexa users aren’t using their smart speakers to shop online, contrary to what third-party research firms have claimed. Worse, most of the people who did buy something didn’t try it again.
Android 9 Pie Now Available On Google Pixel Phones: How To Download And Install
Android P is now finally available on all Pixel phones, plus the Essential Phone. Some features are missing, though, and won’t arrive until another update arrives this fall.
Supergirl Movie Reportedly In Development, ‘Cloverfield Paradox’ Writer Attached To Write
Warner Bros. and DC are developing a movie based on ‘Supergirl.’ No casting information yet, but the film will reportedly be written by Oren Uziel.
DNC: Democrats Shouldn’t Buy Phones From Huawei Or ZTE, Ever
The Democratic National Committee is telling all democrats that they shouldn’t use phones from Huawei or ZTE. These devices could be used to spy on the American people, the DNC said.
You Shouldn’t Microwave Food In Plastic Containers, Or Put Them In The Dishwasher, Says New Research
The American Academy of Pediatrics is cautioning the public against microwaving or dishwashing plastic containers, as they contain harmful chemicals that can be released upon being heated. The group also criticized additives that are presumed safe.
Reports About Microsoft Planning To Charge Monthly Subscription Fees For Windows 10 Are Wrong
No, Microsoft isn’t going to start charging you monthly for using Windows 10 as part of a new gimmick called 'Microsoft Managed Desktop.' Yes, tech publications should really be more careful about interpreting stories.
Patrick Stewart To Reprise His Iconic Role In New ‘Star Trek’ Series
Captain Jean-Luc Picard is officially coming back. Patrick Stewart has just announced that he’s going to return to one of his most iconic roles in a new ‘Star Trek’ TV series.
Facebook Prepares Rollout Of Dating Feature On Main App: Here’s What It Looks Like
New details about dating features on Facebook have now been revealed. Dating will apparently be baked into the main Facebook app, and it’ll prioritize meaningful relationships rather than hookups.
How To Properly Pronounce NES, According To Nintendo Itself
Nintendo is officially ending the whole NES pronunciation debate. The correct way to pronounce NES, according to the company, is ‘Ness,’ just like the character from ‘Earthbound.’
Finally, The Perfect Use For Google Glass: Helping Kids With Autism Identify Emotions
Contrary to popular belief, Google Glass is not dead. While development has largely become stagnant, it still has many potentials such as this new implementation, which helps autistic kids identify emotions better.
Leaked Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Video Confirms 512 GB Storage
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has leaked again, this time in a video revealing a 512 GB variant and a new S Pen. The company is poised to launch the handset on Aug. 9.
Nearly 700 People Have Gotten Sick After Eating Chipotle
It’s not looking good for Chipotle. The Mexican grill fast food chain is now facing a bunch of lawsuits after nearly 700 people got sick from eating at one of its branches in Ohio.
Apple Market Value Officially Reaches $1 Trillion, The First Company To Do So
Apple has officially become a trillion-dollar company, the first American-based brand to reach that milestone in the stock market. Can it keep the honor, though?
Android P Reportedly Launching Aug. 20, But Here’s How To Install It Now
Evan Blass just teased that Android P is officially launching on Aug. 20, but if you have a compatible phone, you can install it now.
Google Maps Gets New Creepy Feature That Shares Your Phone Battery Status
Google Maps now shares your battery percentage data to other users. Keep in that mind before telling friends you didn’t respond because you were running out of battery, they’ll know if you’re lying.
New BlackBerry Evolve Series Phones Come With 18:9 Displays, Excellent Battery Life — But You Can’t Buy Them
The new BlackBerry phones, called Evolve and Evolve X, eschew the physical keyboard for an 18:9 display, plus a massive battery. They don’t appear to have U.S. launch dates, though.
Some Facebook Ads For Games Will Now Be ‘Playable’: Here’s How They Work
Expect to see playable ads in your news feed soon. The company is now rolling out its own playable ads platform to advertisers, which will allow users to try out a video game before downloading.
Having Trouble With Weight Loss? Blame Your Gut Bacteria
The thing about weight loss is that no magic plan will work on all types of people. A new research from Mayo Clinic supports this concept, suggesting that gut bacteria may affect the success of weight loss.
Snapchat Lenses Get A Little More Interactive: You Can Talk To Them Now
New lenses have arrived on Snapchat, and they’re a little different than the current ones available. Unlike others, they’re capable of recognizing speech, and they display different animations upon hearing certain triggers.
