Articles by Chris Loterina
Yes, Your Nvidia Shield Android TV Will Support Google Play Movies & TV 4K Content Soon
Nvidia stated that it will patch the Nvidia Shield software so that the device can support 4K content available at Google Play Movies and TV. The key rests on a codec that Google has said the Shield is currently lacking.
IIHS Details Safest Cars, SUVs And Trucks For 2017: Toyota Leading The Pack
The industry-supported IIHS has already released the safest cars, SUVs, and trucks for 2017, and 82 vehicles made it to the list. Find out if your own pick is included.
Spotify SoundCloud Acquisition No Longer Happening Due To 'Licensing Headache'
Spotify has reportedly balked at the complexities and cost of negotiating with SoundCloud's music labels. Insiders revealed that the music streaming company decided it could not afford to further complicate its plan to go public next year.
Facebook Releases Tool For Custom Photo And Video Frames: Another Page From Snapchat's Playbook?
Facebook is now testing Camera Effects, a platform that will let users create frames that can be used to decorate photos and videos uploaded in the social media network. This is currently available in selected countries and the United States is not one of them.
'Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare' And 'Modern Warfare Remastered' Holiday DLC: More Maps, Free Pistol And More
Several perks and goodies await 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered' and 'Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare' players this holiday season. Some of these have specific requirements for players to avail.
Google Home Now Open To Developers: More Conversation Actions For Assistant Soon
Google Home begins its campaign against Amazon's Alexa with an invitation for developers to begin creating 'conversation actions.' These are claimed to be more sophisticated alternative to Alexa skills as they allow users to converse with bots when accessing a service.
AMD Crimson ReLive Radeon Update Boosts Performance, Reduces Power Consumption
AMD's Radeon cards got significantly improved thanks to the Radeon Software Crimson ReLive update. The driver introduces new features and functions that can boost performance and efficiency
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 Pays A Visit To GFXBench, Reveals Octa-Core Build And Adreno 540 GPU
Qualcomm's widely anticipated flagship Snapdragon 835 SoC surfaced at GFXBench, bringing along a number of goodies that will surely delight enthusiasts. The test listed the chip with an 8-core processor and Adreno GPU on a device rocking a 4K selfie shooter.
'Doom' Free Update Adds Bots, New Multiplayer Game Mode To The Mix
Bethesda has unleashed 'Doom's' latest free update Dec. 7, rolling out top-requested features for the game. These include the addition of bots, a multiplayer mode and SnapMap improvements, among others.
Slack And Google Bolster Alliance As Competition From Microsoft Teams And Workplace By Facebook Heats Up
Microsoft and Facebook threatens to dominate the collaboration platforms with their new solutions. An old-timer in this segment, Slack intends to push back through a partnership with Google, which will enable its users to access more productivity features.
Bluetooth 5 Has Arrived: 2 Times Faster, 4 Times More Range Than Bluetooth 4
Bluetooth 5 boasts a longer range, faster speed, and larger broadcast message capacity, among other features. Smartphones, wearables, and smart appliances sporting this technology are expected to arrive two to six months from now.
Alexa Finds A New Home In C By GE Lamp
GE integrates Alexa into its new C device, which the company touts as a lamp that responds, speaks and makes life easier, contributing to a new way of living. It is currently a concept but is expected to hit the market in 2Q 2017.
Google App Update Splits It In Two: 'Feed' And 'Upcoming' Sections
Google app has been refreshed with new features to push it further into your life. It becomes more useful by displaying personal content pulled from other Google services separate from the news feed.
'Ghost Recon: Wildlands' Beta About To Begin: Here's How To Sign Up
Ubisoft has not yet provided the exact schedule for the 'Ghost Recon: Wildlands' beta testing but it is now accepting player sign-ups. The game, however, is now available for preorder and has an identified March 2017 shipping schedule.
Apple Rolls Out Single Sign-On Feature Via iOS 10.2, tvOS 10.1: Here's How To Use It
Apple's new Single sign-on feature will let users enter cable service account details once to automatically access TV apps thereafter. It is currently available in the United States and is supported by a growing list of cable providers.
Google Play Movies & TV Now Offers 4K Content For Sale Or Rent
You can now purchase 4K videos at Google Play Movies & TV if you live in the United States or Canada. You will be able to enjoy more than 125 movies but only if you presently satisfy specific system requirements.
Windows 10 Creators Update Targeted At Businesses: Focus On Security, Analytics And More
Microsoft has outlined the key Windows 10 Creators Update benefits for business users as of Dec. 6. While value proposition for the average consumers focused on creativity, business users will enjoy features that enhance security against attacks.
Google Wifi Review Roundup: Does It Really Eliminate Wi-Fi Dead Zones In Homes?
Google started shipping the Google Wifi mesh router along with a promise that it can eliminate any dead spot at home. As the product got subjected to actual performance and endurance tests, did it live up to the hype?
CyanogenMod 14.1 Nightlies Reaching More Phones: Nexus 5, Nextbit Robin, Moto X Pure Edition And More
The list of supported devices for CyanogenMod 14.1 continues to expand. The firmware, which is based on Android 7.1 Nougat, can now be installed in seven more handsets including the Nexus 5.
Samsung Gear S2 Receives Gear S3 Features Via Latest Update
Samsung has refreshed the Gear S2 with an array of new features first seen in the Gear S3. The refresh is expected to make the device a viable alternative for those who might be turned off by the Gear S3's size.
PewDiePie To Delete His YouTube Account To 'Stop His Channel From Dying'
PewDiePie is threatening to bolt YouTube due to what he claims to be a conspiracy against his channel. He has cited his race as one of the motivations behind the allegedly nefarious campaign.
Apple's 'Romeo And Juliet' Ad Showcases iPhone 7 Camera Quality: 'Your Movies Look Like Movies' On The Latest iPhone
Apple's new ad touts the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus' camera credentials. It depicts how these devices, particularly the latter's dual camera technology can take studio quality videos to preserve precious family milestones.
Apple Watch Goes Down As Fitbit Tops Q3 Wearable Market, IDC Says
Fitbit has maintained its dominance of the wearable devices market. The same, however, cannot be said about the market share of the Apple Watch, which posted a 71 percent year-over-year decline.
Oculus Touch Review Roundup: Do The VR Motion Controllers Finally Complete The Rift?
The Touch motion-sensing controller for Oculus Rift is now out. The bulk of the reviews coming out of the press is saying that it is completing the entire VR experience and here is why.
Microsoft's HoloLens Reaches More Markets: Australia, The UK And More
Microsoft HoloLens is now available for preorder in seven new countries in addition to the United States and Canada. It will come in commercial and developer editions and can be purchased directly at Microsoft Stores.
Can VR Help People Conquer Their Fear Of Heights And Public Speaking? Samsung Thinks So
Samsung is introducing its Gear VR device in Canada as a tool to cure certain afflictions. The company offers VR modules that can be experienced for several weeks and claims that the VR therapy program has enjoyed success in Europe, Russia and the UAE.
Mercedes' EQ Brand Plans To Build A New Electric Car Model Every Year
Mercedes-Benz announced an ambitious plan to produce one all-electric vehicle every year in the next eight to nine years. It also wants to build an entire ecosystem of technology and solutions based on its EV brand called EQ.
GoPro Karma Grip Lets You Take Stabilized Videos For $299
GoPro's new Karma Grip will provide GoPro action cameras much-needed stability, resulting to significantly improved video quality. It will also give GoPro cameras more versatility and options for control.
Naughty Dog Reveals 'Uncharted: The Lost Legacy' Stand-Alone DLC That Continues 'Uncharted 4'
Nathan Drake might be gone, but the 'Uncharted 4' narrative will live on through a new game called 'Uncharted: The Lost Legacy.' It will be hitting store shelves as a standalone game in 2017.
Akuma Heading To 'Street Fighter V': Gameplay Trailer, Skills And More Revealed [Video]
Akuma joins the 'Street Fighter V' brawl on Dec. 20 through the 2017 Character Pass. He is bundled with five other characters who are also new to the stable and several other perks.
