Articles by Christian de Looper
The City Of Chattanooga Is Now Offering 10 Gbps Internet
The city of Chattanooga has announced that it is set to offer Internet speeds of up to a massive 10 Gbps, putting the city in competition with the likes of Comcast and Google Fiber.
BlackBerry Confirms Specs For The Priv, Opens Preorders In UK
BlackBerry's Priv features a hardware keyboard and a great security app, but it's still not known if the device will be enough to pull BlackBerry back into the market.
You Can 3D Print Your Own RPG Game Terrains With Dragonlock
A new Kickstarter campaign has been started for a system that will enable users to 3D print their own gaming terrains for a slew of different RPG and war games.
Pioneer Releases Its First Hi-Res Portable Music Player
Pioneer has announced a slew of new products, including a new high-resolution music player called the XDP-100R. The company also announced $2,500 headphones and a digital stereo receiver called the SX-N30.
Volvo Will Release A Hybrid Version Of Each Of Its Car Models By 2020
Volvo has announced that it will be making massive changes to its car lineup over the next few years, aiming to release a hybrid version of each of its cars by 2020.
Sprint To Throttle Customers Who Use More Than 23 GB Of Data
Sprint has gone back on its decision to do away with data throttling, announcing that it would once again throttle customers, this time if they went over 23 GB of data use in one billing cycle.
Google's Book-Scanning Project Is Legal, According To Fair Use Ruling
A judge has ruled that Google's book-scanning project, which involved the scanning of 20 million books and shows snippets of these books online, is officially legal and falls under fair use copyright law.
Researchers Figure Out How To Sequence DNA In Space
As humans continue to venture into space, there may soon come a time where they will need to be able to sequence DNA in zero gravity. This was impossible until recently, as researchers have tested two methods to do so.
You Can Remotely Move Objects Using This Robotic Surface
Researchers at MIT are working on the concept of 'physical telepresence,' which basically gives people a physical presence in remote locations through digital data.
August Announces New Hardware, Including Siri-Enabled Smart Lock
San Francisco-based company August has announced a new set of hardware, including a new smart lock that can connect to Siri. The company has also announced a new system enabling users to access their home maintenance services, all in one app.
Researchers Develop 'Artificial Skin' That Can Create Real Nerve Impulses
Researchers from Stanford University have successfully created an artificial skin that is able to turn things like pressure and heat into nerve impulses. This is the next step into creating prosthetic limbs that actually have feeling.
FIFA Wants To Create A Standard For Wearable Tech In Football
FIFA has announced that it will be asking fitness tracking companies to present ideas for wearable fitness trackers, which will later be used for training and even during matches for medical reasons.
Arx Pax Will Announce The New Hendo Hoverboard On Oct. 21
Arx Pax will be announcing a new version of its hoverboard on Oct. 21. Not only that, but the tech behind the hoverboard is set to be used by the likes of SpaceX and even NASA.
Sony Announces 42.4-MP Full-Frame Compact Camera
Sony has announced the RX1R II, a new full-frame compact camera that packs a whopping 42.4 MP sensor. The camera is also the first to feature an optical variable low-pass filter that can be switched on and off.
Google Nexus 5X And 6P Smartphones Are Now Available In India
Google is now selling its Nexus 5X and 6P smartphones in India. Both of the devices feature Google's latest mobile operating system, Android Marshmallow.
Tesla Pushes 'Autopilot' Update: Model S Can Now Drive Itself
Tesla has begun releasing version 7.0 of its software, which features an autopilot mode and essentially enables the car to drive itself. Despite this, car owners are advised to keep their hands on the wheel.
Samsung Smartphone Sales Will Decline For The First Time Ever This Year
Samsung's smartphone sales are expected to decline by around one percent this year, representing the first ever decline in smartphone sales for Samsung.
AT&T Is Preparing Technology That Will Allow Multiple Devices To Share A Phone Number
AT&T is reportedly putting the final touches on NumberSync, a technology that will allow users to use one phone number across multiple devices. The technology is expected for release later this year.
OnePlus X Teased Ahead Of October 29 Launch
OnePlus has teased its upcoming OnePlus X smartphone through a Twitter post, showing that the device will be launched on Oct. 29. The OnePlus X is expected to be a midrange device that will have a low price tag of $250.
'Computer Show' Will Explain Everything You Need To Know About The New Idea Of Computers
A new YouTube show by Sandwich has been started up called 'Computer Show,' which is set in 1983 and discusses the computers and technology of today through 2015 guests.
DARPA Is Building Drones That Can Disappear After Completing Their Mission
DARPA has announced that it is researching the development of drones that can dissapear after they have completed their mission. These drones will be used for helping Special Forces and disaster relief.
Lomography Announces Lomo'Instant Wide Instant Print Camera
Lomography has announced a new camera for its lineup, the Lomo'Instant Wide, which is a follow-up to last year's Lomo'Instant. This camera, however, allows users to print wide photos.
This 'USB Killer' Will Fry Your Computer If It's Plugged In
There are plenty of viruses and other threats targeting your data, but a new threat could damage your physical computer. The device, called the USB Killer, essentially sends a bolt of electricity through the computer's USB port when it's plugged in.
New York Times Announces Digital Day Pass For Newsstand Customers
The New York Times has announced a 'digital day pass,' an initiative that it hopes will end in customers transitioning from physical newspaper sales at newsstands to a digital subscription.
California Governor Vetoes RFID Tags In Driver's Licenses, Chooses Security Over Convenience
California Gov. Jerry Brown has vetoed a bill that would see RFID tags being placed in driver's licenses. The tags would have been a huge privacy concern, with research proving that RFID tags are vulnerable to hacks.
A Light Touch Might Help Robots Move On Sand And Snow
Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have conducted a study of different animals moving across weak surfaces, finding that a lighter touch might help robots move safely across these kinds of surfaces.
Blocks Is A Modular Smartwatch Tailored To You
A Kickstarter campaign has been launched for a modular smartwatch called Blocks, which essentially allows users to build a smartwatch that's tailored to them and their needs.
Self-Driving Cars Can Soon Be Tested On Ontario Roads
Ontario has announced that it will be opening its public roads to allow self-driving car companies to test their cars, enabling these companies to collect much more data than they would be able to in a lab.
This Smart Device Will Tell You When It's Time To Go To The Toilet
A Japanese company called Triple W has unveiled a new device called Dfree, which is aimed at being able to tell people when they will need to go to the toilet. The device is aimed at elderly individuals who might suffer from a lack of bowel control.
Rand Paul Is Live-Streaming His Entire Day Today
Rand Paul has announced that today, he is livestreaming his entire day, giving people a 'behind the scenes' look at what he does. It remains to be seen, however, just how 'behind the scenes' the day will be.
