Articles by Christian de Looper
The TarDisk Pear SD Card Merges With Your MacBook's SSD To Bring More Storage
Many people fill up the storage on their MacBook and need to buy an external hard drive or SD card to increase its storage capacity. Not many SD cards, however, actually merge with the MacBook's SSD on a software level to make it seem like there's only one storage medium in use.
BlackBerry Releases Ads Detailing Features Of Upcoming BlackBerry Priv
BlackBerry has released two ads to YouTube detailing the upcoming BlackBerry Priv, BlackBerry's privacy-aware smartphone with a physical keyboard and an 'edge' display.
Facebook Is Finally Working On A Fix For 'Candy Crush' Invitations
Facebook is reportedly finally working on a fix for those who receive too many game invitations. CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently spoke in India, discussing the fact that the company didn't know that it was such as big issue but that it has made these invitations a priority.
Yamaha Announces The Sports Ride, Its First Concept Car
Yamaha has announced its entrance into the sports car industry, unveiling a concept car called the Sports Ride. The car is based on the company's expertise in motorcycles and features a very sleek design.
A $2.7 Billion Military Blimp Is Aimlessly Floating Above The Mid-Atlantic Region
A huge military blimp has broken its tether and is floating above the mid-Atlantic states. The blimp is part of a military surveillance project aimed at detecting air attacks and missiles.
Here's What The Future Of The Car Looks Like, According To Kia Hyundai Employees In South Korea
Kia and Hyundai holds an annual festival for employees to show off concept cars, with this year's theme being 'journey together to a better future.' Here's what some of those concept cars look like.
Microsoft Unveils Arrow Launcher For Android Phones
Microsoft has released a new launcher for Android phones called Arrow, which is aimed at offering easier access to most-used apps, files and settings.
Toyota's Kirobo Mini Robot Is A Driving Companion That Fits In Your Cup-Holder
Toyota has unveiled a new robot at the Tokyo Auto Show. The robot is called the Kirobo Mini, and it is able to fit inside the driver's cup-holder. Not only that, but the robot can respond to voice requests and even detect the driver's mood.
Swingy Lets You Remain Active While Playing Games On Your iPad
A Kickstarter campaign has been started for a device called Swingy, which essentially allows users to stand and use their feet to control a game on their iPad.
97-Year-Old Olive Horrell Gets Her Wish To 'See The Future' At Google
97-year-old Olive Horrell has always been interested in tech and engineering, and she recently got her wish to experience the future for herself at Google's headquarters.
Apple Shows Its Interest In VR Through A U2 Music Video
Apple may not have publicly expressed too much interest in VR to date, however, that may change in the near future. The new U2 music video was developed in VR, and can be seen in an Apple-branded bus at a number of U2's upcoming tour dates.
AIG Has A New Insurance Plan For Your Drone
AIG has announced a new insurance policy that is aimed at drone users, with the plan protecting users against financial loss associated with drone accidents and the people involved in those accidents.
You Can Watch The Golden State Warriors Defend Their NBA Title In VR
The Golden State Warriors will be offering a livestream of their game in virtual reality for those who use the Samsung Gear VR headset. The game will be streamed through the NextVR app.
Raspberry Pi To Offer Customized And Mass-Produced Boards To Businesses
Raspberry Pi has announced that it will be offering customization for its microcomputer, with small businesses able to add or remove ports, after which the board can be mass-produced.
LeTV Announces All-Metal Le 1s, Featuring 3 GB RAM And 2.2 GHz Processor For $173
Chinese mega-company LeTV has announced the fourth smartphone in its lineup, featuring specs that would be expected on a flagship device for a tiny $173. The device does, however, come with LeTV's media stores pre-installed.
Bernie Sanders Joins Union Workers' Picket Line Against Verizon In New York
Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has joined a picket line by union workers who work fr Verizon Wireless, marking the first time that a presidential candidate has done so since 1988, according to Sanders.
Wal-Mart Wants To Test A Drone Delivery Service Of Its Own
Wal-mart has filed an application to the FAA to test a drone delivery service, similar to what the likes of Google and Amazon are testing. The service would also be used by the retailer to take inventory.
ProtoPiper Will Help You Build Full-Size Wireframe Prototypes
A team of researchers has modified a tape gun to allow users to create full-scale models of products, helping users see if a couch will fit in their living room or how big they want to build a new product.
Weigh-To-Fly Will Ensure You Never Pay Overweight Baggage Fees
A Kickstarter campaign has been started for a device called Weigh-to-Fly, which looks like a clothes hanger and can expand to act as a scale for your baggage. The device also has an accompanying app that can be customized for different airlines.
The AuraVisor Virtual Reality Headset Works Without A Phone Or Computer
A Kickstarter campaign has been started for the AuraVisor virtual reality headset, which works without the need for a phone or computer. The onboard computer runs Android.
Dual-Screen LG V10 On Offer From AT&T And T-Mobile Starting On October 28
The unique dual-screen LG V10 is set to go on sale by AT&T and T-Mobile, marking the phone's U.S. release. T-Mobile will offer the phone starting on Oct. 28 and AT&T on Nov. 6.
Verizon Follows AT&T, Seeks FCC Approval For Wi-Fi Calling
Verizon has applied for the FCC's approval to offer Wi-Fi calling to its customers, making it likely that Verizon customers will be able to use the feature within a few days.
New York Has Launched A Probe Into Whether Or Not Internet Speeds Are What Providers Promise
The New York Attorney General has launched a probe into three Internet service providers, with a goal of finding out whether or not Internet speeds are as high as what was advertised to customers.
Are You Hungry? Pediatricians Urged To Screen For Food Insecurity In Children
The American Academy of Pediatrics has begun urging pediatricians to scan patients for signs of food insecurity, with doctors able to help parents find resources in case they are experiencing food insecurity.
For Minor AC Joint Dislocations, Surgery May Not Be The Best Treatment: Research
According to a recent report, surgery on a shoulder that has been dislocated may not always be necessary. Researchers have learned that other non-surgical methods of treatment may be just as effective.
Astronomers Watch Ruthless Black Hole Tear Apart A Star: Tidal Disruption Explained
An artists' rendering has been released by NASA that depicts what would happen to a star if it was sucked into a black hole. The rendering shows that the star would be ripped to pieces and debris would be flung around the black hole.
Climate Change Will Reshape Global Economy By Widening Rich-Poor Gap
Apart from climate change causing a rise in sea levels and doing irreversible damage to the nature around us, a new study highlights the fact that climate change could have an effect on the global economy.
TalkTalk Hunting Down Hackers Who Demanded Ransom After Stealing Customer Data
TalkTalk has disclosed the fact that it has suffered a data breach, with a group or individual claiming to be behind the hack, having demanded ransom for the data that was stolen.
Leaked Screenshots Suggest Apple Music Coming To Android Soon
Apple Music is set to be released on Android in the near future, with screenshots of the upcoming app having been released. These screenshots show some very interesting design choices from Apple.
The First Hyperloop Test Track Will Soon Begin Construction
The Hyperloop transportation concept is set to get its first test track built in the near future, with construction to begin in a matter of a few weeks, according to recent reports.
