Articles by Carl Velasco
These Genes Might Be Responsible For Our Big Brains, And They’re Only Found In Humans
Why are human brains bigger than those of other species in the animal kingdom? New research suggests a trio of genes could be responsible, and they’re exclusive to humans.
RIP Groove: Microsoft Is Finally Killing Its Music Player For Good
Say goodbye to the Groove music app on your iOS or Android device. Beginning Dec. 1, Microsoft says it will no longer work even if you still have it installed on your phone.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Reportedly Coming August 9
Get ready for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, which, according to reports, is going to be announced as early as Aug. 9. Very little information is available, but expect premium-tier specs, as this is a Note flagship.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 Is The Latest iPhone X Clone, But Don’t Dismiss It Just Yet
Meet the Xiaomi Mi 8, an unapologetic iPhone X clone. It’s got all the flagship-level specs you’d expect from a premium phone but costs much less than any phone in the same category.
Apple WWDC 2018: No New MacBooks Or iPad Pros, But There Might Be A Redesigned Apple Watch
At this year’s WWDC, Apple might focus on software. That means no new MacBook and iPad Pro models will be announced, but don’t worry — Apple is already working on those, reports say.
Latest Time Magazine Cover Made Up Of Nearly 1,000 Drones
To complement its cover story on the pervasiveness of drones in our current world, Time magazine made a dazzling cover. It partnered with Intel to light up 958 drones in the sky, which formed the magazine’s iconic border and logo.
Retro Atari Console Opens For Preorder, Causing The Website To Crash
The Atari VCS is now available for preorder on Indiegogo. A classic console packed with modern hardware, the VCS is more than just an average nostalgia machine.
James Marsden To Star In ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ Movie, Paul Rudd Being Considered For Lead Role
Yup, they’re making a ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ movie. Few details are available, but James Marsden will star, and Paul Rudd might also join the cast, though what roles both will play remain unclear.
If You Quit Smoking, Your Lung Cancer Risk Will Drop Significantly Within 5 Years: Study
Good news: quit smoking now and your risk of developing lung cancer will drop substantially in five years. Bad news: even if you quit, your risks will still be higher than a person who has never smoked before.
Google Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL To Be Verizon Exclusives
Google’s next Pixel phones will be exclusive to Verizon in the United States. Also, the company is handling the design and manufacturing this time around instead of relying on others for the job.
You Can Now Shout Voice Commands At Your LG ThinQ TV
Alexa comes to the LG ThinQ TV lineup. You can now control your ThinQ-enabled TV via voice commands provided you have an Alexa-enabled device, like an Amazon Echo.
Google Chrome Version 67 Will Allow For More Pasword-Less Sign-Ins
Update Google Chrome to version 67 and take advantage of password-free sign-ins, courtesy of the Web Authentication launched this March. The new update is available to download now.
Andrew Lincoln Reportedly Exiting From ‘The Walking Dead’ After Season 9: Bye, Rick Grimes
Rick Grimes is no more. Andrew Lincoln, the actor that plays arguably the most important protagonist in ‘The Walking Dead,’ is leaving the show in Season 9.
Too Much Protein Isn’t Good For Your Heart, Says New Study
Think high-protein foods are good for you? Think again. A new study claims that too much of them may lead to increased risks of heart failure.
Exclusive ‘Zelda’ Nintendo 2DS Coming July 2 As GameStop Exclusive
As the name suggests, the Hylian Shield Edition New 2DS XL features a Hylian Shield front plate and a slick-looking blue internal coating. Get it for $159.99 on July 2.
Don’t Worry: ‘Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!’ And ‘Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!’ Aren’t The Core RPG Games For Switch
It’s official: ‘Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!’ and ‘Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!’ are heading to Nintendo Switch this November. But you have to wait until 2019 for the core RPG title.
Artificial Intelligence Better At Diagnosing Skin Cancer Than Doctors
A group of researchers trained an artificial intelligence to accurately diagnose malignant melanomas and pitted it against actual dermatologists. As it turns out, the machine outperformed the man.
Tesla Model 3 International Rollout Delayed Into Early To Mid-2019
Heads up, international Tesla fans. Model 3 orders for Asia and Europe have been delayed, so don’t expect the electric car to arrive until early or mid-2019.
Dockless Nintendo Switch Bundle Not Coming To North America
Nope, the dockless Nintendo Switch bundle isn’t coming to the United States, the company has confirmed. If you want a second Switch unit, you have to pay the full price.
New Leak ‘Reveals’ Moto Z3 Play And Moto Mod That Gives The Phone 5G Capabilities
Like anything these days, the Moto Z3 Play is practically revealed thanks to a recent comprehensive leak. Now, there’s a new one that shows off the phone, plus a Moto Mod that can enable 5G capabilities.
Scientists Are Editing Rice Genes To Make Them Produce More
Scientists have created the perfect rice plant that is not only slightly more vulnerable to environmental factors but able to produce up to 31 percent more grain. Ethical questions on gene editing remain, however.
The Always-On Display Feature Of OnePlus 6 Was Turned Off Because Of Battery Concerns
Even though it has an OLED display, the OnePlus 6 doesn’t have an always-on display mode. Turns out OnePlus deliberately turned it off because it’s worried about battery life.
The Best Of Both Worlds: A Company In Canada Is Making Cannabis Beer
A Canadian company is trying to brew non-alcoholic beer made from cannabis, with a projected launch next year. That comes with its own set of challenges.
Solo: A Star Wars Story Disappoints At The Box Office: What’s Next For The Prequels?
The numbers are in: ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ didn’t earn as much as Disney had hoped during its debut weekend. Are people just too fatigued with the Star Wars universe as of the moment?
Accused Of Sexual Misconduct, Morgan Freeman Says ‘I Did Not Assault Women’
Morgan Freeman is the latest actor to get hit with sexual misconduct allegations, with eight people saying they were victims of his sexually inappropriate behavior on set. Freeman, however, says he didn’t assault women.
Apple Apparently Working On ARM-Based Hybrid Touchscreen Devices Codenamed ‘Star’
Apple could release an ARM-based Mac hybrid as soon as 2020. This device is apparently just one of a new family of devices Apple is developing under the codename Star.
You’ll Have To Wait Until 2019 For ‘The Wolf Among Us 2’
Don’t hold your breath for ‘The Wolf Among Us 2’ this year. Telltale Games just announced that it’s been delayed and will likely be released next year instead.
iOS 12 Will Open Up NFC Capabilities, Like Unlocking Doors Using Your iPhone
The next major iOS update will finally make NFC chips on iPhones more useful. A rumored software update, which is already being used in the Apple HQ, will allow iPhones to unlock doors and pay for transit fares.
Apple Is Working On A New Type Of Flexible Hinge For Its MacBooks
Apple is working on a new hinge design for the MacBook, as new patent additions suggest. This design will allow the MacBook to be created from a single rigid material, which is kind of similar to the Microsoft Surface Book.
Zombie Survival Game ‘State Of Decay 2’ Crosses 1 Million Players, But There’s More Work To Do
With over a million players logged in a combined gameplay time of 6 million hours, Microsoft and Undead Labs’s 'State of Decay 2' is a success. Even still, the game has several kinks that need ironing out.
