Articles by Carl Velasco
Apple Is Completely Overhauling Maps App Using Its Own Data
Apple Maps is in for a big overhaul. Apple is rolling out new Maps data for those enrolled in the iOS 12 Beta program, which will eventually reach all iOS versions.
Microsoft ‘Confirms’ Pocket-Sized Surface In Leaked Document: Could This Be Andromeda?
New details about Microsoft’s new Surface tablet have now come out via a leaked internal document. It’ll apparently have a foldable display and will fit in your pocket.
Apple Taps LG To Make OLED Displays For Next iPhones, But Samsung Is Staying
Apart from Samsung, Apple will apparently get OLED displays from LG as well. It raises questions about whether LG can match Samsung's excellence in display production.
Romaine Lettuce E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Canal Water
The romaine lettuce E. coli scare has finally come to a close, but investigation into the cause might still take months. The FDA and CDC both already have a guess as to the culprit: canal water.
You Can Now Add Licensed Songs To Your Instagram Stories, Here’s How
Music is coming to Instagram. Users in select countries will finally be able to choose background music for their stories from a selection consisting thousands of songs.
That Facebook Patent About Microphones Secretly Listening To You Isn’t What You Think It Is
Facebook just filed a patent that’ll allow it to secretly turn on your mobile phones and listen to you as you’re watching ads. Except that’s not really the case.
LOOK: Niantic Unveils Next-Level Augmented Reality That Lets Pikachu Hide Behind Objects
Niantic has developed a new kind of augmented reality that’s more aware about what’s happening in a given scene. The new technology is called occlusion, and it essentially lets Pikachu or any other virtual object hide behind real ones.
Binge Drinking Puts Young Men At Risk Of High Blood Pressure, Cardiovascular Disease
A new study suggests binge drinking might make young males more susceptible to cardiovascular disease. Those who drink seven to eight beverages in one sitting, either 12 times or more per year, showed elevated levels of blood pressure and cholesterol.
Samsung Will No Longer Give You Rewards For Using Bixby
Samsung is officially shutting down My Bixby Level, a rewards program for those who diligently keep on using the company’s own personal assistant. Samsung didn’t say why it’s folding the service, though.
Samsung Officially Teases Galaxy Note 9 Unveiling, Happening Aug. 9
It’s official: Samsung has set Aug. 9 as the date of the Galaxy Note 9 unveiling. Rumors say the phone will get minor aesthetic upgrades, if at all. Instead, the focus will be on better hardware, like the camera.
Artificial Pancreas Could Help Type 2 Diabetes Patients Manage Blood Sugar Levels
For certain diabetics, frequent hospital visits are common, but there might be a way to reduce trips to the doctor. An artificial pancreas just showed encouraging results among type 2 diabetics when it comes to managing blood sugar levels.
Rumor: AirPods Case Will Soon Be Able To Charge Your iPhone Wirelessly
Apple is developing new ways for the iPhone to get some juice. According to a new report, you might soon be able to wirelessly charge your iPhone with an AirPods charging case.
The LG V40 Will Apparently Have 5 Cameras For Some Reason
LG might be putting a whopping five cameras on its next flagship. It’ll consist of a triple-camera system on the back like the Huawei P20 Pro and a dual front-facing camera system for 3D mapping and facial recognition.
Google Is Testing A New Image Search Interface That Looks Like Pinterest
Google’s image search might get a new look soon. It will look a bit like Pinterest, with its vertical orientation and captions, but Google might be after a different company entirely.
Here’s How To Download macOS Mojave On Your Mac Right Now
A public beta version of macOS Mojave is now available to download and install. Make sure you have a compatible Mac and you’re enrolled in Apple’s Beta Software Program.
An Insulin Pill Could Soon Replace Injections For Diabetics
Scientific efforts to create a non-invasive insulin pill continue. A new research takes on a new approach, coating insulin liquid with a special enzyme that prevents stomach acid from breaking it down, and the results are encouraging.
Microsoft Edge For iOS And Android Gets Built-In Ad Blocker
Ad blocking is finally coming to Microsoft Edge for Android and iOS. At the moment, Microsoft is testing the new feature with beta users, but a full, stable rollout is expected soon.
Venmo Launches Its Own Debit Card: Here’s How To Get One
Venmo is literally coming to your wallet. The PayPal-owned company just rolled out a line of physical Mastercard-powered debit cards, and though they’re still in limited release, Venmo is working quickly to get them out.
Nintendo Is Now Banning Hackers: The Switch Piracy War Has Officially Begun
Nintendo uses a new, comprehensive matching system to check whether a Switch user is playing legitimate or pirated games. If the titles are pirated, the user will get banned from using online features.
Is Your 1440p Monitor Actually A 4K Display?
Gamers, beware: some manufacturers are allegedly disguising downscaled 4K monitors as 1440p panels to cut costs. It’s not clear how common the practice is, but customers should still check their monitor’s specs just to be sure.
Can You Get Addicted To Marijuana? Here’s What Health Experts Say
Listen up, potheads, marijuana addiction is real, according to health experts. Problem is, people don’t know it’s real, or they choose to believe it’s not a legitimate concern.
Tesla To Start Charging For ‘Premium’ Internet On New Vehicles: Will You Be Affected?
Tesla will start charging customers for internet connectivity on their electric vehicles. Existing owners are exempt from the new pricing, however, while those who buy a Tesla vehicle after July 1 will have to choose between free or premium tiers.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Rumors: Bye Bye, Iris Scanner — Hello 3D Face Recognition And In-Display Fingerprint Sensor
A new report says the Galaxy S10 will do away with its iris scanner and get a much better 3D facial recognition module. Plus, it’ll also have an in-display fingerprint scanner, something Samsung fans have long been asking for.
With The Snapdragon 1000, Qualcomm Gets More Serious About The PC Market
Qualcomm is allegedly developing a new chip specifically built for PCs called the Snapdragon 1000. Even Qualcomm knows its smartphone reign might not last forever.
Xiaomi Unveils Mi Pad 4: Tablets Are Still Alive!
Are tablets dead? Not yet, Xiaomi says. The company’s new Mi Pad 4 is an inexpensive 8-incher with an IPS display, a decent amount of RAM, and an option to include LTE connectivity.
You Can Now Share Snap Spectacles Videos In Non-Circular Format
New video formats arrive on Snap Inc.’s hip Spectacles, allowing users to export their content to orientations other than a plain circle. The update is slowly rolling out to both iOS and Android users.
Life Is Strange 2 Episode 1 Coming This September
The sequel to 'Life Is Strange' is coming this September in a five-episode series. Story and gameplay are unclear, although choices one makes in 'The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit,' out June 26, will somehow affect 'Life Is Strange 2.'
Reddit Is Testing A ‘News’ Tab In Its iOS App
Coming soon to Reddit: a dedicated news tab. Following an alpha release in May, the website has now rolled the feature out into beta, and early feedback seems to be encouraging.
Buzz Aldrin Would Like To Remind You That He Was The First To Take A Selfie In Space
There’s simply no way your selfie will ever be as cool as Buzz Aldrin’s. In 1966, during the Gemini 12 mission, he was going for a spacewalk and suddenly thought outer space was a good place for a selfie.
Apple Is Offering Free Repairs For MacBooks With Broken Keyboards
Apple is offering an extended keyboard repair program for MacBook owners suffering from issues with their butterfly-style keyboards. It covers all MacBooks purchased not more than four years ago.
