Articles by Chris Loterina
CyanogenMod 14.1 Nightlies Expanding To Nexus 4, LG G3, Xperia M And More
Cyanogen is steadily expanding the list of supported devices for its CyanogenMod 14.1 nightlies. The firmware is based on Android 7.1 Nougat and should therefore include enhanced UI experience and a revamped notifications menu.
'Pokémon GO' May Get More Than 100 New Pokémon And Trading System Via December Update
The 'Pokémon GO' game code holds incredible clues that point to a huge December update. This was recently discovered by a team of enthusiasts, who noted juicy details, which include the 100+ monsters — legendaries included — headed our way.
Capcom Already Planned Out 'Street Fighter V' Support 'As Far As 2020 Or So'
Street Fighter V's producers revealed that Capcom will be supporting the game until 2020 and even beyond. The move is part of the game publisher's goal to dominate the future of eSports.
Samsung Rumored To Tap Local Fingerprint Scanner Suppliers
Samsung could be gunning for widespread fingerprint authentication across the bulk of its future mobile devices. The company is reportedly in talks with various suppliers for this purpose.
Ubisoft Exec Says 'It Wouldn't Be The Same' If Vivendi Takeover Pushes Through
Ubisoft's leadership is scrambling to fend off a looming Vivendi hostile takeover. Executives fear that the company will lose its capability to develop successful game titles based on innovation.
Apple Has A Special Tool To Recover Data From Your New MacBook Pro 2016's Non-Removable SSD
Since the 2016 MacBook Pro SSD is attached to its logic board, users fear that their data are lost forever if the board fails. Now, a special device reportedly available to Apple technicians can address the problem.
OnePlus 3T Explained Via Reddit AMA: Why It Was Launched, Why There's No Daydream Support And More
The OnePlus team hosted a Reddit AMA event to answer the public's questions about its latest OnePlus 3T smartphone and OS updates, among others. It also shared a bit of its future plans for the OnePlus range.
Samsung Gear Fit 2 Gets Software Update: Auto Pause Feature, New Workout Tracking Options
The Samsung Gear Fit 2's new firmware update will significantly improve the wearable's precision and tracking smarts. These are complemented by new features that require less input from users, allowing uninterrupted workouts.
No Need To Worry, Apple Fans: Jony Ive To Continue Designing Future iPhones
Sources inside Apple has indicated that Jony Ive is still very much in control of product design at Apple. No details of actual projects he is involved in have been made available.
Samsung SDI Future Becomes Uncertain Due To Galaxy Note 7
Battery maker Samsung SDI is now struggling to keep its customers after being blamed for the Galaxy Note 7 incident. The company also supplies battery to OEM manufacturers such as Apple.
Google Stripping Away 'Cast' Branding To Help Users Identify The Technology More Easily
Google is bringing back the Chromecast branding to the Chromecast ecosystem. Recently, the streaming media platform has been renamed to Google Cast for improved branding purposes.
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman Admits Editing Trump Supporters' Posts That Insulted And Criticized Him
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman confessed to editing pro-Trump users' posts that are filled with insults and criticisms. In a statement Huffman narrated how and why he did the editing for one hour.
Xiaomi Mi MIX Mini/Nano Isn't Real: Xiaomi Exec Straightens Things Out
A Xiaomi official disputes rumors of a smaller Xiaomi Mi MIX device called Xiaomi Nano. This is a disappointing news for fans but a glimmer of hope persists that a smaller handset could still launch by December. Here's why.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Got Banned From Twitter: Here's What Happened
The Twitterverse got in a collective shock when Jack Dorsey's Twitter profile got suspended. The account has been reinstated since but people are wondering why the ban even took place.
Supercapacitor Battery Lasts For Days With Just A Few Seconds Of Charging
Scientists have improved existing supercapacitor technology to develop a new battery that can be charged quickly and last for several days. The innovation rests on the use of a coating material that prevents electrical charge leak.
Google Pixel Update Brings Double-Tap And Raise-To-Wake Moves To The Mix
A new update now equips Google Pixel and Pixel XL with double-tap and raise-to-wake features. It is currently only available to Canadian users but there is a way to get it if one lives elsewhere.
Apple's Jony Ive Might Not Be 'Directly Involved' With iPhone Design Anymore, Experts Say
Jony Ive has been credited for iconic Apple products since 1998. Speculations, however, revealed that he is no longer involved in product design and this started with his promotion as Chief Design Officer last year.
Many Students Can 'Easily Be Duped' By Fake News Online, Stanford Study Says
Stanford researchers found that most students are unable to spot fake news in the internet. Their report revealed an inability to verify legitimate sources driving the failure to identify the differences between hoax, misleading content, sponsored ads and factual content.
iPhone 7 Accessory Oaxis InkCase i7 Adds A Secondary E-Ink Display To Your Phone
The InkCase i7 promises to add a secondary 4.3-inch display to the iPhone 7. It also protects the device from accidental drops and everyday abuse with its military standard build.
Google Maps Can Now Help You Steer Clear Of Black Friday Mobs Via Popular Times
Google has introduced a very important feature to Google Maps in time for Black Friday and Thanksgiving. It is going to let you know how many people are in one place and how long they are staying there so you can plan the best time to go or avoid it entirely.
Xiaomi Mi MIX Rocking White Color Option Gets Leaked
Getting your hands on Xiaomi's Mi MIX phone is beginning to become real by the day. Leaked photos show that the tech company could be releasing a white variant, expanding a range that sells out in a matter of seconds in China.
Apple's Jony Ive Decorated A Christmas Tree With Minimalistic Vision, And You Probably Won't Want One
Jony Ive designed the new Christmas tree at Claridge, and you may be sure that it lived up to his reputation. It is minimal and magical, but why are some people disappointed?
OnePlus 3T Review Roundup: Specs Upgrades Make It The King Of Budget Android Phones?
Reviews are now finding that the OnePlus 3T is up there with Google Pixel in terms of hardware and performance. However, there are very few compromises such as the rear camera performance.
Google Pixel Sound And Vision Explained: How The Phone By Google Delivers A 'Confidently Minimal Experience'
In the Pixel smartphones, Google aims to deliver simplicity and quality that also reflect Google's values. The implementation of user experience has been complemented by elements that establish the Pixel identity.
Want To Extend Your Android Phone's Battery Life? Uninstalling Facebook May Save Up To 20 Percent
Real-world tests appear to show that removing Facebook and Facebook Messenger will give the battery of Android devices a significant boost. There is no word yet addressing the cause of this issue.
OnePlus 3 OxygenOS 3.5.6 Open Beta 7 Now Available: Here's How To Download And Install It
The Oxygen OS Beta Build 7 is now available for the OnePlus 3. While still not based on Android Nougat, it features key improvements that allow more stability and security.
Sony Black Friday 2016 Deals Confirmed, But Not In A Way You May Have Expected [Video]
To promote its Black Friday PlayStation campaign, Sony has released a strange trailer that announces the 60 percent discount on PS4 bundles and software titles. It showed people's faces in various states of contortions.
Tesla To Get Better 'Competitive Position' Thanks To Trump Presidency, Elon Musk Says
Tesla's CEO Elon Musk is not worried about his company's chances under a Donald Trump presidency. He has cited one reason how it could even become an advantage.
[UPDATED] Intel To Discontinue Wearable Efforts As Report Of Layoffs In New Devices Group Surfaces
Intel's wearable ambition sustained a major setback with the phaseout of its Basis product line. The company has already notified affected employees that they will have to go by the end of the year.
MacBook Pro 2016 Issues: Some 15-Inch Models Indicate Iris Pro 580 Instead Of Intel HD Graphics 530 By Mistake
Users have begun noticing inaccurate graphics card readouts in some MacBook Pro units. The glitch may be caused by the operating system and adds to other issues owners have been reporting since the laptop's release.
