Articles by Carl Velasco
YouTube Just Flagged Google’s Official Chromebook Ad, Yet Another Sign That Its Algorithm Is Dumb
Everyone knows YouTube’s algorithm for automatically flagging videos isn’t perfect, but a new flub suggests it’s actually far worse. YouTube just removed a video from Google promoting the Chromebook Pixel after marking it as spam.
Apple Park Finally Opens Its Visitor Center To The Public: Fun Things To Do Inside
If you’re near Cupertino, California and you want to get a peek inside Apple Park, this is your chance. Apple has officially opened its Visitor Center, which has a store, a café, an observation deck, and an augmented reality setpiece.
Apple Rolls Out iOS 11.1.2 Update That Fixes iPhone X Cold Weather Issue
Just a week after reports on the iPhone X cold weather issue started surfacing, Apple has released iOS 11.1.2, which will apparently fix the display’s responsiveness when taken out into cold weather. The update doesn’t contain major new features, though.
Facebook Launches Standalone App For Video Creators To Compete With YouTube
Facebook has now given content creators more specialized tools for easier and better Facebook Live streaming. It’s part of a new app called Facebook Creators, which aims to build a video community and take on YouTube.
Google, Facebook, Other Tech Titans Join ‘Trust Project’ To Fight Fake News
Dozens of publications and major social networks have joined the Trust Project, an initiative to improve the state of online journalism. Part of that effort are so-called Trust Indicators or metrics that gauge whether a story is legitimate.
FCC Will Likely Kill Net Neutrality In December: A Frightening New Era For The Internet
Net neutrality will die this December. Federal Communications Commission chair Ajit Pai is reportedly planning to announce plans for a December meeting to vote on net neutrality one last time.
2018 iPad Pro Will Be Powered By Octa-Core A11X Bionic Chip: Rumor
The next-generation iPad, to be released in 2018 according to rumors, will be powered by Apple’s upcoming octa-core A11X Bionic chip. It will also come with processors needed to perform artificial intelligence-based tasks, such as Face ID.
Twitter Users Who Don’t Behave Will Lose Their ‘Verified’ Status
Misbehave on Twitter and you might just get your blue verification badge removed. Twitter has started to clamp down on verified users who promote violence or do other things that violate its new policies, starting with known alt-right accounts.
Google Pixel Buds Receive Mixed To Negative Reviews: Critics Call It Complicated, Unintuitive And Underwhelming
The Pixel Buds are Google’s answer to Apple’s AirPods and also a logical supplementary accessory to the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, which don't have headphone jacks. The problem is that reviews say they’re kind of terrible.
Pinterest Rolls Out Its Own Take On QR Codes: What Are They For?
Pinterest has introduced several updates to its visual search features. Pincodes, which work similar to QR codes in that it offers customers additional content, is probably its most important update yet.
Arms 4.0 Update Adds New Character Misango, Plus The New Temple Grounds Stage
A new character has arrived in ‘Arms’ as part of its 4.0 update. Get ready to meet Misango, a mysterious-looking fighter who introduces three new arms types: Scorpio, Glusher, and Skully.
Google Maps Revamped With A New Color Coding System To Better Highlight Points Of Interest
Google Maps looks way nicer now, plus less confusing thanks to a much-needed visual revamp. A smattering of icons and color schemes are headed over the next few months to make traveling, driving, and transit better.
GameStop ‘Temporarily Pauses’ Netflix-Like Video Game Rental Service Days Before Launch
PowerPass, GameStop’s too-good-to-be-true $60 video game rental program, has been temporarily paused, with speculation saying its point-of-sale systems aren’t equipped to handle the service. No new launch date has been given.
Razer’s New Water-Resistant Keyboard Will Survive Spilled Drinks, But Don't Throw It In The Pool
Razer has just unveiled a new keyboard with IP54 water and dust resistance called the BlackWidow Ultimate, which retails for $110. Refrain from drowning it in the pool, though.
Apple Is The Top Wearable Company Again After Shipping 3.9 Million Smartwatches In Q3 2017
Apple shipped the most smartwatches in Q3 2017 according to latest estimates from market analysis firm Canalys. Even so, it was a bad quarter for smartwatches in general.
Lenovo Moto Tab Comes To AT&T On Nov. 17: Here’s What You’re Getting For $299
Lenovo is launching a new tablet called the Moto Tab, a $299 entertainment device with moderately decent specs. Launching Nov. 17, it marks Lenovo’s return to the tablet market.
Mozilla Officially Launches Firefox Quantum: Here Are The Most Important Changes
Watch out, Chrome: Mozilla has officially released Firefox Quantum, the next major update to its flagship browser. It’s faster, cleaner, simple to use, and might even give Chrome a run for its money.
You Can Wear Alola Outfits In ‘Pokémon GO’: Here’s How
'Pokémon GO' players can now dress up their avatars with Hawaii-inspired outfits from the Alola region to promote 'Pokémon Ultra Sun' and 'Ultra Moon,' out Nov. 17. Apparently, it’s still summer in November.
iPhone X Owners Complain About Distortion, Crackling Sounds From Earpiece
Apple’s $999 iPhone X, released just two weeks ago, is already showing several problems. After suffering from the green light of death and becoming unresponsive in cold weather, some units are now exhibiting buzzing sounds and distortion.
Facebook Kills Messenger Day, Merges It With Facebook Stories
Facebook has officially killed Messenger Day, but not really. It has merged Messenger Day with Facebook Stories and now simply calls it Stories, a consolidated cross-platform version of its two Snapchat clones.
Google Pixel 2 Users Report Odd Camera Banding Effect When Capturing LED Lights
The Pixel 2 is an excellent 2017 flagship with an excellent camera. But it’s not without its problems, including this new one where the camera seems to show a banding effect when capturing LED lights.
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus DLC Details Revealed: The Adventures of Gunslinger Joe Drops This December
The first DLC for 'Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus,' The Adventures of Gunslinger Joe, will launch on Dec. 14. Players can get it along with two other DLCs by purchasing the game’s season pass.
Mimikyu Has A Z-Move In ‘Pokemon Ultra Sun’ And ‘Ultra Moon’ And It’s Downright Creepy
Mimikyu is now the latest Pokémon to get its own Z-Move, included as part of 'Pokémon Ultra Sun' and 'Ultra Moon,' out Nov. 17. Adorable or downright creepy? You decide.
This Speedrunner Took 17 Hours To Hit 100 Percent In ‘Super Mario Odyssey’: Can You Beat His Record?
The bar has been set. Speedrunner Okikurume managed to get 100 percent in 'Super Mario Odyssey' after playing for 17 hours straight, collecting everything there was to collect, including moons, costumes, songs, and more.
Two PlayStation VR Games Delayed: ‘The Inpatient’ And ‘Bravo Team’ Moved To 2018 Release
Two games headed for the PlayStation VR have been delayed. Supermassive Games just announced that release dates for both 'The Inpatient' and 'Bravo Team' have been pushed to 2018.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella To iPad Users: ‘Get A Real Computer’
While on tour to promote his new book, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella took some time to make fun of Apple. After seeing a couple of people with iPads, he chuckled and told them to get a real computer.
Steampunk MMORPG ‘Ascent: Infinite Realm’ Is The Next Game From The Developers Of ‘PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds’
Bluehole Studio has just revealed its next game after the highly successful 'PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.' Take a look at 'Ascent: Infinite Realm,' a fascinating combination of steampunk and high fantasy.
IBM Leaps Toward Quantum Computing Supremacy With Its New 50-Qubit Quantum System
IBM just created a 50-qubit quantum computer, the highest there is, that represents a major leap in the quantum computing industry. But qubits are just one part of the story.
Smart Sex Toy Secretly Recorded Users’ Intimate Sessions, Claims It Was A Bug
Some users of the Lovense remote control app for connected sex toys have just discovered that it secretly recorded users while doing intimate activities. A representative for Lovense said it was merely a bug that caused the app to record.
Android 8.1 Will Show Which Apps Are Draining Your Phone’s Battery The Most
The developer preview for Android 8.1 now features a better implementation of battery drain. It now shows which apps are causing the huge strain on your device’s juice, and lets you prevent them from being battery hogs.
