Articles by Chris Loterina
Another 772,000 Honda, Acura Vehicles Get Recalled Due To Takata Airbags Possibly Exploding And Shooting Metal Shrapnel
Honda announced the latest batch of vehicles affected by the recall caused by defective Takata airbags. This is the second phase for the automaker since the recall was enforced by NHTSA last year.
Nexus 6 Gets Speakerphone Echo Issues After Installing Android 7.1.1 Nougat Update
Several Nexus 6 owners are now complaining that the much-awaited Android 7.1.1 Nougat update appears to have sabotaged their speakerphones. They are now currently relying on a temporary fix to carry out phone conversations.
'Shovel Knight' Confirmed To Get Nintendo Switch Port, New Name, Standalone Campaigns, And More
Developers announced that the beloved retro side scroller 'Shovel Knight' will see big changes this 2017. These include a name change, a price increase, and, of course, a new content.
Facebook Announces New Journalism Project To Build Stronger Ties With The News Industry
Facebook announced a new initiative called the Facebook Journalism Project, which could make the social media network a better platform for journalists. It is also created in part to address the proliferation of fake news.
Department Of Defense Tests Swarm Of 3D-Printed Micro-Drones Called Perdix
The U.S. Department of Defense announced a successful demonstration of its semi-automated Perdix drones, which function as a collective organism. A swarm of these devices is considered the biggest thing since the nuclear bomb.
Microsoft's Windows 10 Creators Update To Come With Privacy Control Changes To Address Criticism
Moving to address criticisms regarding the perceived abuse in usage data collection, Microsoft announced that its upcoming Creators Update will have more options that will let users take control of their privacy.
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Taps Former Obama Campaign Manager David Plouffe
Mark Zuckerberg has tapped David Plouffe to head the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Aside from steering the organization, the political operative's hiring can help the Facebook honcho realize his own political ambition.
Sonos CEO Steps Down After 14 Years Due To Heated Smart Speaker Competition
Sonos' John MacFarlane has already tendered his resignation after 14 years serving as the company's CEO. He will also relinquish his board seat, merely staying as a mentor for the company's employees.
Apple Teaming Up With Carl Zeiss To Launch AR Glasses In 2018: Rumor
According to a report, Apple is now working on an AR technology in collaboration with optics manufacturer Carl Zeiss. The leaks purportedly came from an insider source, who also revealed that the partnership will produce a pair of AR glasses.
Google Tango To Let Museum Visitors Take A Closer Look At Exhibits With AR Technology
Google wants to hasten the rollout of Tango, its augmented reality platform, by letting the public experience the technology in museums. The initiative will first hit the Detroit Institute of Arts using the Lenovo Phab 2 Pro.
Google Voice Update Might Be Coming Soon As Website Reveals New Banner
Some Google Voice users reported a banner advertisement popping in their inbox, announcing a new version ready for download. While the banner seemed to be an accidental slip, Google confirmed that an update is indeed coming.
Finder For AirPods Gets Removed From The App Store: Why Did Apple Pull The App?
Apple reportedly told the startup behind the Finder for AirPods app that the company did not like the idea behind their product. The app helps users track a misplaced AirPod by tapping Bluetooth connectivity.
No, Nvidia Isn't Going To Forget About Your Original Shield Android TV
If you are concerned about support for your old Shield TV with the impending launch of its latest iteration, Nvidia has committed that it will not abandon the device. It will even get the latest software update immediately after the new Shield TV's release.
AMD's Zen Architecture That Powers Ryzen Chips Set To Last 4 Years
AMD's new Ryzen chips based on the new Zen architecture will offer improvements that will trounce what Intel's current Kaby Lake chip is able to manage. These include significantly better performance and longer lifespan.
Verizon's Upgrade Fees Now Set At $30, Unlimited Data Plans Get 200 GB Cap
Verizon has increased the upgrade fee for subscribers switching to a new phone. This will be the case when paying for a handset's full retail price and the installment payment scheme.
Discontinued 'Halo' Mega Bloks Game For The Xbox 360 Surfaces Online [Video]
The 'Mega Bloks Halo' would have been a fun and polished title if released. It was based on Unreal Engine 3 and used original audio sound effects to offer a unique 'Halo' third-person gameplay.
Detroit Auto Show 2017: 2018 Kia Stinger Takes The Stage With Twin-Turbo V6
The all-new 2018 Kia Stinger is wowing spectators at this year's North American International Auto Show. The vehicle, which is slated for a late 2017 release, is rocking a stunning design never before seen in the automaker's stable.
Google's Waymo Plans To Test First Fleet Of Self-Driving Chrysler Pacifica Minivans This Month
Waymo announced that it will be unleashing the Chrysler Pacifica minivans by the end of this month in California and Arizona's public roads. They will be outfitted with its latest self-driving technology exclusively produced in-house.
Apple's Click-Wheel iPhone Prototype Revealed: Check Out The 'Acorn OS' [Video]
A video has recently surfaced showing one of the early iPhone prototypes outfitted with an entirely different operating system. Had the OS not been discarded, iOS would be called a different name and it would sport a strange user interface as well.
Best Laptops Unveiled At CES 2017: HP Elite Spectre x360, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga, And Samsung Notebook 9
Out of the numerous laptops announced at CES 2017, three devices have emerged on top so far. They offer significant upgrades to their previous iterations as well as innovations that are truly impressive.
CES 2017: Casio's GPS-Enabled Pro Trek Smartwatch Gives A Good Look At Android Wear 2.0
Casio's Pro Trek Smartwatch launched at CES 2017 offers very few physical changes when compared to its predecessor. The upgrades implemented largely bolsters the device's claim that it is a wearable for the outdoors.
CES 2017: Microsoft's Cortana Finds New Homes In Nissan, BMW Cars Via Connected Vehicle Platform
Nissan and BMW announced at CES that they will be integrating Cortana in some of their future vehicles. While Microsoft denies any plan to build its own self-driving car, the smart assistant could form one of the bases of other automaker's self-driving car technology.
Amazon Pushes Competing Retailers To Integrate Services With Its Mobile App, But Why?
A new report revealed that Amazon is purportedly willing to yield some ground to rival online retailers so it can push key strategies. The move involves opening the Amazon app for competing outfits such as Macy's and Walmart.
Daydream-Ready Phone Lineup Gets 4 New Devices: Compatibility Extends To Huawei Mate 9 Pro, Asus ZenFone AR, And More
Google revealed four more devices that will soon be Daydream-ready. These handsets qualified on account of their high-resolution displays, powerful graphics, and high-fidelity sensors required for precise head tracking.
Razer Showcases Project Ariana At CES 2017: 4K Projector To Take Gaming To The Next Level
Razer wants to enhance your gaming experience through the so-called Project Ariana that can project a visual extension of your gameplay from your desktop onto a wall. The device could hit stores at the end of this year.
CES 2017: Intel's Compute Card Hints At A Possible Future Where No Gadgets Become Obsolete
Intel's new modular compute platform called Intel Compute Card could revolutionize the manufacture and use of smart devices and appliances. The technology, which is a full-fledged computer, is the smallest and thinnest that the company has produced.
CES 2017: Dell's Canvas 27 Gives Your Windows 10 PC The Microsoft Surface Studio Treatment
Dell's long rumored Surface Studio-like device has been unveiled at CES 2017. It offers key differences that could appeal to more users, particularly its competitive price point.
CES 2017: HTC Vive Tracker Lets You Use Real Objects As VR Controllers
The HTC Vive booth at CES 2017 has so far failed to produce any new HTC Vive gear but it is demonstrating several accessories, including a tracker that can port any real object into the VR space.
Nvidia Unwraps The New Shield Android TV At CES 2017: 4K HDR Video Support And Google Assistant Inside
While Nvidia's new Shield Android TV box sports the same look and is still outfitted with the Tegra X1 technology we have seen in the previous version, it is now 40 percent smaller. It will also ship with a redesigned controller and a host of other features.
Faraday Future's FF 91 Demo At CES 2017 Hit A Snag: Tesla Rival's Auto Valet Feature Malfunctions On Stage [Video]
The launch of Faraday Future's FF 91 at CES has been marred by an embarassing technical glitch involving its auto valet feature. It threatens to eclipse the cool technologies that the potential Tesla rival has announced.
