Articles by Carl Velasco
Chrome OS Now Supports Linux Apps, But Only On Google Pixelbook
Developers, rejoice: Linux apps is now fully supported on Chrome OS. Pixelbook users will get it first, but Google says the feature will roll out to other Chromebooks eventually.
Yahoo Has A New Messaging App Called ‘Squirrel,’ And It’s Invite-Only
Yahoo’s new messaging app is called Squirrel, and it features invitation-only conversations. Does it stand a chance in a market already crowded with messaging platforms?
Your Coffee Will Now Come With A Cancer Warning If You’re In California
Coffee shops in California are now really required to put cancer warnings on its products, no exceptions. What’s more, companies could potentially end up paying massive fines if a settlement isn’t reached.
Artificial Intelligence On Gmail Will Write Emails For You
Artificial intelligence will help you compose messages on Gmail. Called Smart Compose, the feature won’t write the next great American novel, but it might help you type more quickly.
Elisabeth Moss, Lupita Nyong’o Rumored To Star In Jordan Peele’s Next Film ‘Us’
Jordan Peele’s next film after ‘Get Out’ is called ‘Us,’ the director revealed on Twitter. Peele chose not to reveal any plot details, but Universal Pictures confirms the film is scheduled for a March 2019 premiere.
CDC Shares Horrific Photo Of A Muffin For Lyme Disease Awareness
The poppyseed muffin will never be the same again. In an attempt to raise awareness for tick season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared a photo of a muffin on Twitter, which left many people horrified.
Ticketmaster Might Soon Replace Tickets With Facial Recognition
In the future, you might be able to walk into a concert with just your face, no ticket required. Ticketmaster and Live Nation have invested in a company called Blink Identity that claims to have sophisticated facial recognition technology.
Scientists Alarmed Over Predators Showing Up In Unconventional Places: Here’s What’s Really Happening
If you’ve seen an alligator showing up on your local beach lately, it might be because they’re returning to their original ecosystems. The same is true for killer whales, sea otters, and other predatory animals.
Virtual Console On Switch Is Dead, Nintendo Confirms
Abandon all hope for Virtual Console games on the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo just got rid of the branding altogether but it doesn’t older games are being ignored.
700 Million Years Ago, The Earth Turned Into A Giant Snowball: Scientist Might Finally Know Why
Scientists are still trying to figure out the precise causes that triggered bouts of global cooling, which then turned Earth into a snowball 700 million years ago. Two researchers have a new theory.
Rumor: Twitter Is Testing An Encrypted Messaging Feature
Twitter’s newest feature is end-to-end encryption for direct messages, something a number of users have been requesting for a long time. The feature shows up in the latest Twitter APK, indicating imminent rollout.
Marine Protected Areas Face Risks Of Extinction Over Of Climate Change
Marine protected areas are under siege by no other than global warming. A startling new study predicts that most marine life won’t be able to adapt when drastic environmental changes occur over the next few decades.
Future Volvo Cars To Have Google Assistant, Maps Even If You Don’t Use Android
A slew of Google services is coming to next-generation Volvo cars, including Assistant, Maps, and Play Store apps. The best part? No Android phone required.
New Wear OS Watch From LG Shows Up In FCC Filing
An upcoming LG smartwatch spotted recently in an FCC filing features a hybrid design that adds traditional clock hands on top of a 1.2-inch LCD display. It’s possible the device would be unveiled at Google’s I/O developer conference.
Thanos Heading To ‘Fortnite’: Everything You Need To Know About This ‘Avengers: Infinity War Crossover’
Thanos is coming to ‘Fortnite.’ Starting May 8, fans will be able to play a new mode in the game where they’ll try to find the Infinity Gauntlet will all six Infinity Stones intact, which will turn them into Thanos.
Rumor: Rocksteady To Announce Open-World ‘Superman’ Game
An anonymous 4chan post says Rocksteady Studios is going to unveil an open-world 'Superman' game before E3. There are plenty of reasons to remain skeptical, though.
There Will Be No Ads On Facebook Dating App: Why This Matters
You won’t see ads on Facebook’s online dating service, the company confirms. That’s probably a wise move for a company that’s embroiled in one of the worst data scandals in history.
Avengers: Infinity War Scores Massive Second-Week Earnings, But Still Behind ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’
'Avengers: Infinity War' continues to tear up box office records. The film now has second-best sophomore weekend opening of any film, adding $112.5 million to its already massive earnings.
After Venturing Into Self-Driving Cars And Rockets, Elon Musk Is Ready To Start A Candy Company
Elon Musk has announced plans to start his own candy company. Is he actually being serious or just trolling Warren Buffett over the concept of moats?
Happy 20th Birthday, Apple iMac: Here’s How It Saved Apple
The original iMac released in 1998 just turned 20 years old. Aside from being one of the most critically praised products of its time, it might have also singlehandedly saved Apple from doom.
T.J. Miller Won’t Appear In ‘Deadpool’ Spin-Off ‘X-Force,’ Ryan Reynolds Confirms
Jack Hammer/Weasel won’t appear in ‘X-Force’ as confirmed by ‘Deadpool’ actor Ryan Reynolds. Miller has been accused of sexual assault and was charged in April for faking a bomb threat.
Google Chrome Crashing, Freezing After Windows 10 April 2018 Update? Microsoft Is Working On It
A bug within the Windows 10 April Update is causing devices to freeze or crash when using Google Chrome. Microsoft, Google, and Intel are now working on a fix.
Google Assistant Now Lets You Buy Movie Tickets: Here’s How
OK Google — buy me tickets for ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story.' That’s right, Google Assistant now allows in-app ticket purchases, and you don’t even have to download the Fandango app.
Scientists Just Found A Way To Make Mice Resistant To Obesity
NAMPT is the enzyme responsible for efficiently storing fat, a new research proved. So, can we simply get rid of it to make us resistant to obesity?
Bill Cosby, Roman Polanski Kicked Out Of Film Academy
The Film Academy expelled two longtime members: Bill Cosby and Roman Polanski, both of which are guilty of sexual offenses. More people might get kicked out as the Academy continues to adopt its new standards of conduct.
iPhone X Was The Best-Selling Smartphone In Q1 2018
Contrary to reports, the iPhone X is doing extremely well. In fact, it was the best-selling smartphone in the first quarter of 2018, according to an analytics firm.
Custom GIF Creation Now Coming To Gboard For Android
The Android version of Gboard now lets users create custom GIFs, just like on iOS. The feature is still in beta, however, so other folks might have to wait a bit before getting the new tool.
Facebook Used Your Instagram Photos To Train Its Image Recognition AI: Another Privacy Issue?
To enhance its image recognition technology, Facebook has the best source of images in the world: Instagram. Could this be another privacy issue for the company, though?
Shopping Will Soon Be Possible Directly On Instagram
Get ready to go shopping on Instagram. The app is starting to incorporate native payments for some partners and if all goes well, Instagram could end up being a key player in the e-commerce space.
Teenager Cautions Fellow High Schoolers About ‘Juuling’ Addiction
A lot of high schoolers are Juuling, and they can’t stop. The addictive habit, originally meant for adults who want to quit smoking, represents a growing problem among America’s adolescents.
