Articles by Carl Velasco
Apple Really Wants You To 'Switch To iPhone' From Android, Uploads 3 New Ads [Video]
Apple has just debuted three new ads as part of its campaign to convince Android users to switch over to iPhone. Per usual, Apple’s advertising caliber can never be more clever.
Samsung Galaxy Book 12 Review Roundup: Let The Experts' Thoughts Help You Decide Whether To Buy It Or Not
Reviews are now filtering in for Samsung’s new 2-in-1 device, the Galaxy Book 12, with many critics praising its screen, performance, and overall improvements to last year’s TabPro S. However, it appears it still leaves much to be desired.
Forward Labs Has Solar Roofs That Are 33 Percent More Affordable Than Tesla's
Forward Labs, a solar energy company on the rise, is offering cheaper solar roofs than conventional models with a rapid installation process, for good measure. Its mere presence sets up an interesting future for the solar energy industry.
Here's How To Evolve Your Magikarp Into Gyarados In The Pokémon Mobile Game 'Magikarp Jump'
The Pokémon Company’s new game, 'Magikarp Jump,' surprisingly stars the underwhelming Magikarp, with players tasked to enter the Pokémon in jumping competitions. However, if you’ve ever wondered if the game lets you evolve it into Gyarados, then you’re right.
Judy Malware Infects Up To 36.5 Million Android Devices: Here Are Some Tips To Stay Safe Online
A set of apps under the name of Judy are actually malicious ad-clicking malware, security firm Check Point has found out. Here’s how to keep your Android device safe from malware.
Nintendo To Make More Switch Units So Everyone Can Get One This Holiday
Nintendo is reportedly aiming to produce 18 million Switch units between now and March next year. The uptick is to accommodate possible customer tantrums this coming holiday season.
7 Nintendo Switch Games We Want To See - And Play
The Nintendo Switch is already a stellar hybrid console, with "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" and "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" as its most successful games right now. Here’s a list of games that could make it even better.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Warped Gameplay Trailers Released [Video]
A new gameplay trailer for 'Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy' has just been released, showing the Tomb Wader level from 'Crash Bandicoot: Warped.' The game, a remastered rerelease of three 'Crash Bandicoot' games, comes out June 30.
Apple's 'Neural Engine' Dedicated AI Chip Reportedly In The Works: iOS Devices To Get Smarter
Apple is reportedly developing a chip called Neural Engine, one that’s dedicated for artificial intelligence and similar computationally intensive tasks. The move could give the company a boost in the overall AI landscape.
Game Freak Job Listing Shows New Nintendo 3DS RPG On The Way: Pokémon RPG Coming Soon?
There might be a new 'Pokémon' RPG game for the Nintendo 3DS soon. Game Freak is now looking for a 3D programmer to work on an unannounced RPG title.
RiME Review Roundup: What Gamers Are Saying About The Puzzle Adventure Game
Review for 'RiME' have now come out, with much of the criticism given to the game’s similarity to other franchises that are also heavy on exploration. But 'RiME' still manages to impress.
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg Tells Harvard Graduates To 'Create A World Where Everyone Has A Sense Of Purpose'
In Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s speech for this year’s Harvard University graduates, he urged them to create a world where everyone has a purpose. Here are three ways that can be achieved, according to him.
Leaked iPhone 8 Case Side-By-Side With iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus Shows Potential Form Factor Of Apple's Upcoming Flagship
An alleged iPhone 8 case has purportedly leaked via Alibaba, featuring the same size and dual camera orientation past rumors have suggested. Apple is expected to officially unveil the iPhone 8 is this fall.
Capcom Will Support The Nintendo Switch If You And Your Friends Buy 'Ultra Street Fighter II'
To assess its support for the Switch, Capcom is waiting to see if 'Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers' performs well on the console. Suppose it does, it’s not clear exactly how Capcom plans to support the Switch.
Nokia 3310 (2017) Review Roundup: Nostalgia Not Enough To Drive Sales?
Upon its announcement, the Nokia 3310 reboot received much fanfare, mainly for its supposed nostalgic throwback to the original 3310. Now that it’s been released, many critics are feeling the exact opposite.
Spark Is Arguably DJI's Mini Mainstream Drone That Almost Anyone Can Fly Easily
DJI just unveiled the Spark, a tiny drone that stands to be its first truly mainstream product. Marketed as a storytelling tool, the $499 drone features gesture-based controls, utmost portability, and more.
Fallout 4 Finally Goes Free For A Weekend On Steam, Discounts Up To 67 Percent
Nearly a year and a half after launching, Bethesda is now letting players try 'Fallout 4' for free, Mods included. If that’s not enough, the company is also slashing 67 percent off its price for a limited time.
Intel Wants To See Thunderbolt 3 Everywhere And Beyond Apple
Intel wants its proprietary Thunderbolt 3 interface to become widespread as much as possible. To that end, it just announced plans to make it more accessible to third-parties, an important step in the burgeoning high-speed interface future.
Apple App Store Publishers Reach $1 Million Milestone Twice As Often As Google Play Developers
There were more publishers who hit $1 million in revenue on the App Store than on Google Play last year. The numbers highlight the Apple’s lead in monetization, but Google isn’t performing too bad either.
Google Assistant, Siri, And Alexa To Find New Homes In Ikea's Smart Light Bulbs
Ikea is betting big on its line of smart home products. To that end, its range of smart lighting systems will soon integrate with the three major voice control systems, namely Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant.
Microsoft's New Surface Pro vs. Surface Pro 4: Specs And Features Compared
Microsoft is launching a new Surface Pro successor, with almost the same set of features as its predecessor except for the improved processors and graphics. Here’s how the new Surface Pro and Surface Pro 4 compare.
You And Your Friends Can Now Make Group Custom Stories On Snapchat
As its competition with Instagram heats up, Snapchat is introducing a new feature that’s heavy on sharing and collaboration. Called Custom Stories, it’s a new way for friends to string individual Stories together.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Confirmed To Be An Upcoming Nintendo Switch Game As Key Art Leaks
After an endless spate of rumors with no proof whatsoever, a 'Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle' artwork has now finally leaked weeks ahead of E3. The game was originally planned as a surprise during E3, launching this August or September.
Jamboard Is Google's 4K Whiteboard For Collaboration, And It's Now Available For $4,999
Google just put its Jamboard collaborative touchscreen display up for sale, now retailing for $4,999 excluding support costs. Though its future is uncertain, Jamboard certainly holds appeal for both business and creative sectors.
Nintendo Wants Fans To Buy Empty 'Splatoon 2' Boxes
Nintendo has now put up an empty 'Splatoon 2' box up for preorder on its Japanese website. That’s right — no Switch, no game, just an empty box.
Nike Now Lets You Match Your Apple Watch Band With Your Running Shoes
For those who want matching Apple Watch sports bands with their sneakers, Nike has got that covered. The company just unveiled its Day to Night lineup of sports bands, all retailing for $49 each.
WannaCry Ransomware 'Highly Likely' Carried Out By North Korean Hacker Group, Symantec Says
Cybersecurity firm Symantec believes that Lazarus, a hacking group linked to North Korea, is also responsible for the recent WannaCry attacks. A number of similarities in their code offer proof of such claims.
Amazon Echo Look Companion App Now Available, And It's Ready To Help You With Your Look
A companion app for Amazon’s Alexa-powered fashion guru, the Echo Look, just launched for iOS and Android, ready to help users look their best. But could the Echo Look find success like its Alexa siblings?
LawBreakers Cross-Platform Play Not Happening: Dev Says It's 'Dumb' As $30 PS4 Version Is Announced
A PS4 version of the upcoming game 'LawBreakers' has just been announced, raising speculation over the possibility of cross-platform support. The game’s lead developer, however, isn’t a fan of the idea.
A Game Within A Game: 'Wynncraft' Is An MMORPG Inside 'Minecraft'
Of all the things one can create inside the world of 'Minecraft,' a full-fledged MMORPG isn’t one of them. 'Wynncraft,' a massive MMORPG inside 'Minecraft,' proves that notion wrong.
