Articles by Carl Velasco
Tuberculosis Vaccine Permanently Lowers Blood Sugar And Reverses Advanced Type 1 Diabetes: Study
Could a tuberculosis vaccine really help lower blood sugar levels? This study says yes. Participants who were given two shots of BCG showed receded blood sugar levels after five to eight years.
Apple Reportedly Thought Of Killing The Lightning Connector On iPhone X
Even though Apple’s wireless ambitions are high, to the point where it almost didn’t include a Lightning port on the iPhone X, questions still loom about Apple’s AirPower wireless charging pad, which is slated to be released this year.
Facebook Messenger Can Now Translate Messages Between English And Spanish
Facebook Messenger now automatically translates Spanish and English messages, and more languages will be added soon. It’s powered by M suggestions, the company’s artificial intelligence-powered assistant platform.
Introducing YouTube Premieres, Livestreaming That’s Not Really Live
YouTube Premieres allows creators to upload pre-recorded videos and premiere them as livestreams. This way, they can focus on engaging with their fans as they watch videos together.
New Flu Vaccine Works Better Than Typical Flu Shot, But Only A Little
The United States is trying to create a new kind of vaccine that works better in protecting people against influenza. Flucelvax, a vaccine made in cell cultures instead of chicken eggs, could be the answer.
Google Home Now Supports ‘Continued Conversation’: No Need To Say ‘Hey’ Or ‘OK’ Every Time
Google Assistant now supports a feature called continued conversation, negating the need to say wake phrases for each command. It’s now rolling out to U.S. users and is only available in English for now.
Star Wars Spinoffs Allegedly Put On Hold After ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ Disappoints At Box Office
Following reports saying nine 'Star Wars' films are in development, it turns out Disney and Lucasfilm might be rethinking their plans for the series. For now, sources say planned 'A Star Wars Story' spinoffs have been put on hold.
Two Great Platformers, ‘Limbo’ And ‘Inside,’ Arrives On Nintendo Switch Later This June
The Nintendo Switch is getting two critically acclaimed platformers this month. ‘Limbo’ and ‘Inside,’ hailed as two of the most artistically unsettling titles in existence, are arriving on the hybrid machine June 28.
Facebook Groups Could Soon Start Charging Users For Exclusive Membership Access
Facebook has announced that it’s getting ready to monetize groups. Soon, paid memberships will be available as an option, letting users access exclusive content for a fee.
Don’t Worry, Nintendo Knows How Much You Want ‘Mother 3’ And ‘Animal Crossing’ On Switch
An ‘Animal Crossing’ title on Switch might soon be revealed, according to Reggie Fils-Aime, Nintendo of America president. He also said that the company is listening to its fans and knows they want a proper western release for ‘Mother 3.’
Nintendo Switch Online Is Successor To Virtual Console, Confirms Reggie Fils-Aime
Sorry, Nintendo fans: Virtual Console is really dead, Reggie Fils-Aime just confirmed. Replacing it is the upcoming Switch Online service, which is still currently a wellspring of mystery.
Facebook Broadcasts Game Shows Now Too: Here’s How It Works
Live videos on Facebook are about to get more interactive. The company just unveiled a bunch of new features such as polls, challenges, and other gamification elements as a way to let creators connect with audiences more meaningfully.
Adobe Project Rush: What You Need To Know About The Cloud-Based Video Editing Software
Adobe formally introduces Project Rush, a simpler, but not dumber, cloud-synced video editing software for the average content creator who wants professional results. Beta applications are now open for anyone who wants to try.
Children Separated From Parents Suffer ‘Catastrophic’ Effects, Says Harvard Professor
The debate surrounding president Donald Trump’s highly controversial separation policy has largely centered its moral implications. What about the psychological effects it triggers among children?
Pete Docter, Jennifer Lee To Lead Pixar And Walt Disney Animation Following John Lasseter’s Exit
John Lasseter is officially out of Disney and Pixar. Replacing him are Pete Docter and Jennifer Lee, both of whom have been responsible for Oscar-winning animated films, representing some of their respective companies’ best work.
Microsoft Has No Plans To Put Virtual, Mixed Reality On Xbox One
Microsoft says it’s not focusing on virtual or mixed reality on Xbox consoles right now. Instead, it feels the PC is a much better platform for those experiences.
Security Alert: Chromecast, Google Home Bug Leaks Your Location Data, But A Fix Is Coming
Google will roll out a patch mid-July to fix a serious security issue discovered in Chromecast and Home devices. The vulnerability, which Google initially ignored, lets attackers acquire a user’s precise location data.
Losing Weight May Reduce Pain Caused By Knee Osteoarthritis, Study Shows
For overweight and obese people suffering from knee osteoarthritis, losing weight could be a godsend. A new study says that losing even as little as 5 percent of one’s total body weight can reduce pain.
Google Launches YouTube Music And YouTube Premium In More Countries: Is Yours Included?
YouTube Music and YouTube Premium, the company’s rebranded streaming services, are finally rolling out to more countries. YouTube Music is a Spotify or Apple Music alternative, while YouTube Premium is the new YouTube Red.
Android Messages Finally Comes To The Web, Allowing Users To Send Texts Via Browser
The web client for Android Messages is now slowly rolling out to every Android user. Sending, receiving, and reading messages can now be easily done through the browser.
Deeper Siri Support For Sonos Speakers: It’s Up To Apple, Says CEO
It’s possible for Sonos devices, including its soundbar and Sonos One speaker, to get full Siri support. It’s just up to Apple to decide if that’s ever going to happen.
Rumor: 9 'Star Wars' Movies Are In Development, Including Standalones
There could be nine ‘Star Wars’ films currently in development, including a brand-new trilogy, possibly several standalone stories, and other unannounced projects. Will fans get fatigued by ‘Star Wars’?
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Wasn’t Going To Be Ported To The Switch Until One Engineer Proved It’s Possible
Previously a PlayStation 4 exclusive, 'Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy' will officially hit the Nintendo Switch on June 29. However, it wasn’t originally going to be ported at all until one engineer proved it could be done.
Gun Accessories Will No Longer Be Advertised To Minors, Says Facebook
Those 18 years of age will no longer see ads for gun accessories on Facebook, the company has confirmed. The new policy comes amid a more intense discussion on gun control following several recent school shootings in the country.
Live Video Tech Support For Amazon Fire Tablets Shuts Down
Say goodbye to Mayday. Amazon’s live video tech support is shutting down nearly five years after being launched because Amazon says the devices that support it aren’t for sale anymore.
Doctor Suspended After Mocking Patient Suffering From Anxiety Attack
A San Francisco doctor has been suspended after mocking a patient’s anxiety attack in the emergency room. The doctor also referred to the patient and his father, who are African-American, as ‘you people.’
Gmail For iOS Gets AI-Powered Notifications: Here’s How To Enable It
iOS users can take advantage of a new feature in Gmail that uses artificial intelligence to separate important messages from non-essential ones. The update is slowly rolling out now, Google says.
Can A Waymo Engineer Help Apple’s Allegedly Behind-Schedule Autonomous Driving Project?
By hiring Waymo and NASA engineer Jaime Waydo, Apple’s self-driving software project gains a speed boost. With her expertise, she could reorient Apple’s problematic venture into autonomous driving.
Canceled At Fox, Netflix Saves ‘Lucifer’ And Picks It Up For Season 4: See The Cast React
When Fox canceled ‘Lucifer’ in May, fans were furious and frustrated. Lucky for them, we live in an era where streaming networks are more than happy to save shows other networks throw away.
Here’s Why ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Will Feature Full Nudity And Diverse Relationship Options
Even without a release date, 'Cyberpunk 2077' is already one of the most intriguing projects to come out of E3. Early previews suggest it’ll be heavy with themes, and the game’s approach to nudity certainly exemplifies that.
