Articles by Christian de Looper
'Spectre' Could Be The Longest Running James Bond Film Yet
According to runtime postings by British cinemas, 'Spectre' could be the longest running James Bond film ever, with cinemas posting between 155 and 160 minutes.
Laurene Powell Jobs Donates $50 Million To Tech-Based 'Super Schools'
Laurene Powell Jobs has pledged $50 million to XQ: The Super School Project, which is aimed at creating an education reform in the U.S. through building schools that are tailored to the world today.
Siri Took Part In A White House Briefing On Obama's Iran Policy
During a White House press conference on Obama's Iran Policy, Siri interrupted a question and hilarity ensued.
Sony Backtracks On Phones' Underwater Prowess
Sony has come out and said that users should in fact not use Xperia phones underwater, going back on its history of encouraging underwater use.
New Dawn Images Of Ceres Focus On 'Mysterious And Mesmerizing' Bright Spots
NASA's Dawn spacecraft has taken the closest-ever images of dwarf planet Ceres, including the bright spots on the planet that have baffled scientists.
Southern Ocean Carbon Sink Stronger Than Ever In Absorbing CO2
The Southern Ocean has reportedly begun absorbing more greenhouse gases than ever, something that could be great for things like climate change, but could end up having negative effects on ocean life.
Shocking Effect Of Burning Earth's Remaining Fossil Fuel: 50M Rise In Sea Level, Cities Under Water
A new report finds that if we burned all the fossil fuels in the world, the ice in Antarctica would all melt, resulting in a rise in sea level of around 160 feet.
Lyft Faces FCC Heat For Preventing Users From Opting Out Of Unwanted Robocalls And Texts
Lyft has been cited by the FCC as breaking regulations about robotic calls and automated text messages. While the company reportedly does offer users a way to opt-out of these calls, it also doesn't let them use Lyft's service if they do so.
iPad Pro Is More About The Apple Pencil And Less About The Tablet: Here's Why
Apple has unveiled the iPad Pro, boasting a 12.9-inch display and the performance of a laptop computer. There is one part of the announcement of the device, however, that stuck out - the Apple Pencil styus.
ULA And Jeff Bezos Make Steps Toward A Fully American-Made Rocket
The United Launch Alliance is set to refresh its commitment to the BE-4 rocket developed by Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin aerospace company. The commitment could put the ULA on track to developing a fully American-made rocket by 2019.
DARPA Creates A Prosthetic Hand That Can Feel Objects
As part of its Revolutionizing Prosthetics program, DARPA has developed a prosthetic hand that is able to feel real-life objects, relaying that feeling to the brain through sensors in both the hand and the brain.
Alcatel OneTouch To Release Windows 10 Phone By 2016
Alcatel OneTouch has announced that it is planning to release a Windows 10-based smartphone before the end of the year. This could be huge for Microsoft, considering that its mobile operating system has largely failed to generate consumer interest.
Salmonella Outbreak In Minnesota: Chipotle Cooperating With Health Officials To Control Disease And Identify Source
A Salmonella outbreak in Minnesota has been linked to 17 Chipotle stores, with 32 of the 34 patients interviewed having eaten at one of the 17 stores. Health officials believe that the outbreak has been contained.
SpaceX's Huge Falcon Heavy Rocket Finally Has A Launch Date
Elon Musk's SpaceX has finally set a launch date for the massive Falcon Heavy rocket. The launch should occur in spring 2016, taking place a few months before another launch that will bring 37 satellites into space.
Samsung Could Give Your Next Smartphone 6 GB Of RAM
Samsung is developing a chip that could enable the smartphones of the future to have 6 GB of RAM, around double the amount found in most flagship smartphones today.
The Exploride Turns Any Car Into A Smart Car
An Indiegogo campaign has been started for a device called the Exploride, which gives any car its own heads-up display, offering users GPS data and notifications without them having to take their eyes off the road.
3D-Printed Rib Cage And Sternum Implanted Into Cancer Patient
A cancer patient has become the first in the world to have a 3D-printed rib cage and sternum, which is made out of titanium. The implant itself was built by Anatomics, a company based in Melbourne, Australia.
This 3D-Printed Instrument Wraps The Player In Sound
A new collection of musical instruments called Multi has been created, with five instruments making up the collection. One of the instruments, called the Hornucopian Dronepipe, essentially wraps the player in a tube of sound.
Google Fiber To Expand To Louisville, Irvine And San Diego
Google has announced that Google Fiber is set to expand to Louisville, Ky. as well as Irvine and San Diego, Calif. The news follows announcements from the company that it will be expanding to San Antonio, Texas.
Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon Flight, Promising Faster, Lighter Drones With 4K Cameras
Qualcomm has unveiled a new platform designed for drones, called Snapdragon Flight. The platform is designed to offer much lighter drones with simplified electronics and able to handle a number of different cameras, including ones shooting at 4K.
This Honda Concept Car Is A Motorcycle-Car Hybrid
Honda has shown off a new concept car that takes design cues from both a motorcycle and a car, offering a 'floating seat' design that places the driver right above the road.
XYZ Printing Unveils Compact, Handheld 3D Scanner
XYZ Printing has announced a new 3D scanner that is handheld, compact, and makes it easy to scan 3D objects. The device will also be cheap, being sold for around $222.
Hand-Sized 3Dsimo Mini Is A Pen That 3D Prints Objects
3Dsimo has come up with a new tool for 3D printing called the 3Dsimo Mini. The device is currently undergoing a Kickstarter campaign, which has raised over $100,000.
The Raspberry Pi Now Has An Official Touch Display
The first official touch display for the Raspberry Pi has been released. The display is 7 inches, and has a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.
The HandyCase Makes Your iPhone Or iPad Transparent
A new Kickstarter has been started for a tablet or phone case that allows users to see their fingers through the display and control their device using those fingers.
Apple Refuses Justice Department Request For User Data
Apple has refused a request by the Justice Department for user data related to an investigation involving drugs and guns. The situation highlights growing tension between tech companies and government officials over user data.
Apple Introduces iPhone 6S And 6S Plus, Featuring Upgraded Camera, 3D Touch And A9 Processor
Apple has announced its next generation of iPhones, the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus. The devices feature an upgraded camera, as well as 3D Touch, offering another level of input on the iPhone.
Apple Announces The 12.9-Inch iPad Pro, Featuring A9X Processor And Starting At $799
Apple has finally announced the iPad Pro, the company's largest iPad to date. The device features the new A9X processor, and was unveiled alongside the new Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard.
AT&T Announces Wi-Fi Hotspot For Almost Any Car Built After 1996
AT&T has announced a Wi-Fi hotspot that plugs into the car's OBD-II port, which is available in almost any car since 1996. The hotspot will be available starting on Sept. 11.
Microsoft Announces Partnership With Dell And HP To Sell Surface Pro Tablets
Microsoft has announced a new partnership with Dell and Hewlett-Packard, in which the companies will sell the Surface Pro. The partnership comes shortly before Apple is rumored to be announcing a new, larger, iPad Pro.
