Articles by Carl Velasco
Green Line Of Death Plaguing iPhone X Displays
The Google Pixel 2 XL is not the only phone to exhibit display problems this year. Apple’s $999 iPhone X is showing signs of quality problems, too, now with several users suffering from the green line of death.
Non-White Employees Now Make Up 46 Percent Of Apple, According To New Diversity Report
Apple has now released its latest diversity report, showing slight progress on some fronts, and room for improvement on others. An overwhelming percentage of white men are still running the Cupertino tech firm.
The iPhone X Actually Has A Home Button: How To Use It If You’re Sick Of Gestures
Because the iPhone X doesn’t have a home button, users are required to learn a new gestures-based navigation system to properly interact with their handset. As it turns out, the classic home button can be resurrected.
The iPhone X Screen Apparently Becomes Unresponsive In Cold Weather: Apple To Release Software Fix
Multiple iPhone X owners have been reporting that their screen stops working in cold weather. Apple has now acknowledged the reports, saying it’s currently working on a software update that’ll fix the issue.
Electronic Arts Acquires Respawn Entertainment, Confirms New ‘Titanfall’ Game Is In The Works
Electronic Arts has officially bought longtime collaborator Respawn Entertainment, chiefly known for its ‘Titanfall’ games. The deal, reportedly around $455 million, ensures continued development on the studio’s current ‘Star Wars’ project, on top of a new ‘Titanfall’ game.
Facebook Exploits Vulnerability In Human Psychology, Says Founding President Sean Parker
Facebook is purposefully making its social network addictive, treating each like and comment as dopamine hits to keep users wanting more. At least that’s according to Sean Parker, who helped create those principles.
It Costs Apple Just $357 To Make The $1,000 iPhone X
The Apple iPhone X is the most expensive iPhone yet at $999. But did you know it only costs a fraction of that price tag to produce it?
Google Chrome Will Soon Prevent Websites From Redirecting You To Ads
Ever experienced websites redirecting you to ads? Well, they might not ever occur again on Chrome. Google is introducing several new protections that will make browsing a more pleasant experience, including blocking websites that redirect users.
Microsoft And LinkedIn Just Made Resume Writing A Lot Less Tedious With ‘Resume Assistant’ For Word
Microsoft’s acquisition of LinkedIn has finally yielded some consumer-end benefits. Both companies just introduced a new Microsoft Word feature called Remote Assistant, which works exactly how it sounds.
Intel Developing Its Own GPU With The Help Of AMD’s Graphics Chief
Intel just dropped some major news. Former AMD graphics boss Raja Koduri is now joining the company to lead a new division that’ll develop discrete graphics chips and help Intel compete with Nvidia and AMD in the GPU market.
Your Sony Smart TV Now Has Google Assistant: What Can You Do With It?
Sony 4K TVs released in 2017, in addition to some models from last year, now received a software update that brings Google Assistant functionalities. Bark voice commands to stream films and series, watch YouTube videos and even dim the lights.
Apple Launching iPad With Nearly Bezel-Less Display, Face ID In Late 2018: No OLED This Time, Though
The next iPad will go through a major redesign that involves removing Touch ID, making the display nearly bezel-less, and equipping it with Face ID. Rumors suggest this next-generation iPad will launch later next year.
Wrapping Your Router With Aluminum Foil Improves Wi-Fi Signal, Study Says
The claim that wrapping aluminum foil around a router’s antenna improves its Wi-Fi signal has been debated for ages, but it turns out it might actually be legitimate. Researchers from Dartmouth have developed a customized reflector that can actually improve Wi-Fi speeds.
To Fight Revenge Porn, Facebook Wants You To Send Nudes: Wait, What?
Facebook has announced that it’s testing a new program that can combat revenge porn using facial recognition and artificial intelligence, but first, it wants you to send your nudes.
Apple Finally Wins ‘Slide To Unlock’ Patent Battle: Samsung Must Pay $120 Million For Infringement
Samsung just lost its longstanding patent war against Apple. After a lengthy legal battle involving slide to unlock and quick links patents, the court is now upholding its original verdict that requires Samsung to pay nearly $120 million in damages.
These Are The New Raid Bosses In 'Pokémon GO'
Players have long been asking for a new Raid boss lineup, and it appears Niantic is more than happy to oblige. 'Pokémon GO' just got a massive Raid boss shake-up, with old ones now replaced by mostly first-generation Pokémon.
Here’s How To Make Sure Your Windows 10 PC Is ‘Highly Secure,’ According To Microsoft
Microsoft just released new standards that’ll determine whether or not a PC is ‘highly secure.’ Make sure your system packs a seventh-generation Intel processor or an AMD equivalent, runs 64-bit, has TPM 2.0, and more.
You Can Now Tweet Up To 280 Characters As Twitter Rolls Out Expanded Tweet Limit Worldwide
Twitter has finally enabled the new 280-character tweet limit for most users around the world, with a few key exceptions. The social network said the expansion will allow users to express themselves better.
This ‘Skyrim VR’ Bundle Comes With Sony’s VR Headset, Camera, Move Controllers And More For $450
Sony just unveiled a PSVR bundle that comes with a pair of Move motion controllers, a VR headset and camera, plus a copy of 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR.' It launches Nov. 17 for $450.
You Don’t Need Apple’s $75 Fast Charger For iPhone 8 If You Already Have An iPad Charger
Apple introduced fast charging with the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, but actually requires owners to buy a separate adapter and cable worth $75. There’s a workaround, however, if you have an iPad charger lying around.
Snapchat App To Get Drastic Redesign Because It’s Too Hard To Use
The Snapchat app you all know and love will soon look significantly different. Snap Inc. has announced that it’s redesigning the app to make it easier to use, which it believes will push user growth.
Intel And AMD Just Became Frenemies: Future Intel Core Chip To Have Radeon Graphics
An unlikely friendship was just formed. Intel and AMD have announced that next year, they’re releasing a chip equipped with an Intel Core processor and Radeon graphics, meant to make thin laptops capable of running high-end games.
Massive Internet Outage Hits Major US Cities Affecting Comcast Xfinity Users
Most Comcast Xfinity internet subscribers in major U.S. cities suffered from outages on Nov. 6, reporting either slow or no connections at all. Comcast confirmed the issue rooted from a configuration error and says it’s now fixed.
Want To See The OnePlus 5T? Look At The Oppo R11s
The OnePlus 5T is one of this year’s most anticipated flagship Android phones, but its design might not be a mystery anymore. Users are starting to point out its possible similarities to the recently unveiled Oppo R11s.
No More Free Windows 10 Upgrades After December, Microsoft Confirms
Microsoft ended free Windows 10 upgrades back in July 2016, with one clear exception: those who were using accessibility features were still eligible to get it for free. But the company is now removing that exception altogether.
Samsung Goes After Apple In New Savage Ad: Mocks Dongles, The iPhone X Notch, And More
Samsung has released a new ad for its Galaxy devices, and unsurprisingly, it’s going after Apple’s phones yet again. With a longtime iPhone user as the protagonist, Samsung manages to show how its phone have always been better.
BMW Is Recalling Over 1 Million Cars: Beware Of These Models, They Might Start Fires
BMW has announced it’s going to recall over a million cars by December with two primary issues that could cause some cars to burst into flames all of a sudden. The recall follows its meetings with the NHTSA.
Qualcomm Sues Apple For Allegedly Giving Intel ‘Unprecedented Access’ To Proprietary Chip Tech
Apple and Qualcomm are fighting again, but their war never really stopped in the first place. Qualcomm is now accusing Apple of breaching its contract and allowing an Intel engineer to see the chipmaker’s proprietary technology.
This Brilliant Ad For A Used 1996 Honda Accord Is Better Than Most Car Ads On TV
At $499, one woman’s used 1996 Honda Accord was an absolute steal. But all of a sudden, it’s now worth well above $50,000, and all because of one ad.
Heads Up, Amazon Echo Owners: Best Buy Now Included In Alexa Voice Shopping Service
Amazon Alexa’s voice shopping service now includes Best Buy support, allowing users to order Deal of the Day products and more. It’s a move that highlight the increasing convenience of smart speakers.
