Articles by Christian de Looper
Samsung Officially Announces The Gear S2 And Gear S2 Classic Smartwatches
Samsung has finally taken the wraps off of its latest smartwatch, the Gear S2, along with an alternate version, the Gear S2 Classic. The device features a sleek design, however it will likely only be compatible with Samsung's latest smartphone releases.
Nintendo Finally Set To Launch New 3DS In The U.S.
Nintendo of America has announced that the New 3DS will finally go on sale in the U.S., bringing the U.S. line of the New 3DS in line with what is offered in Japan.
Twitter To Take On Snapchat With Improved Photo And Video Editing Tools
Twitter is testing a slew of new video and photo editing tools that will allow users to post Snapchat-like videos to their Twitter feeds. The new tools were tested by celebrities at the VMAs and include the ability to put stickers and drawings on videos.
Tencent's New Smartwatch Ensures That You Will Never Lose Your Kids Again
Tencent has announced a new smartwatch for kids called the QQ watch. The device is able to track children through GPS, Wi-Fi and through cellular triangulation, ensuring for maximum accuracy in tracking.
Ashley Madison Hack: CEO Resigns As Skeletons Tumble Out Of Closet
Avid Life Media CEO Noel Biderman has stepped down following the hack of Ashley Madison cheating website, which is owned by Avid Life Media. The hack has been a massive issue for the website, with information leaked on 37 million users.
iPhone 6s Rumors: Camera, Force Touch Parts Leaked As Release Date Approaches
Apple's iPhone 6s is expected to have a number improvements over its predecessor, offering a better camera, more RAM, a better processor, and even the addition of Force Touch.
US ITC Ruling Against InterDigital In 8-Year-Old Microsoft/Nokia Patent Infringement Case Has 'Limited Impact'
The International Trade Commission has ruled that Microsoft did not infringe on patents by InterDigital. The case is almost 8 years old, and is interesting considering that the patents in question are considered important to how a smartphone functions.
New Horizons Given New Target A Billion Miles Beyond Pluto: 2014 MU69 Kuiper Belt Object
Following the flyby of Pluto that NASA's New Horizons spacecraft recently performed, NASA has come up with a new mission - to fly the spacecraft to a Kuiper belt object almost a billion miles past Pluto.
Ultrasecure Turing Phone Set For Dec. 18 Release
The highly secure Turing Phone is set to be released on Dec. 18. The device features heightened security features and a unique design and will start at $610 upon its release.
Uber Is Hiring The Two Hackers That Were Able To Hack The Jeep Cherokee
Uber is reportedly hiring the two hackers who became known for hacking the Jeep Cherokee, causing Fiat Chrysler to recall a number of cars in order to patch the software on them. It is likely that the hackers will aid in the development of Uber's autonomous cars.
17-Year-Old Sentenced To 11 Years In Prison For Running Pro-ISIS Twitter Account
A 17-year-old boy has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for running a pro-ISIS Twitter account that regularly posted tweets supporting the organization as well as tutorials on how to send money to ISIS through bitcoin.
Amazon To Launch Prime Video In Japan Next Month; Set To Go Head-To-Head With Netflix
Amazon has announced that it will be launching its Amazon Prime Video streaming service in Japan sometime in September. The news comes shortly after Netflix announced that it will be launching its own streaming service on Sept. 2.
Researchers Create Efficient And Stable Artificial Photosynthesis
Researchers have developed the technology for efficient and stable artificial photosynthesis, paving the way for a device that could one day be made commercially available.
Is Artificial Intelligence Really A Threat To Humanity?
Artificial Intelligence has long been a concept in things like movies, with evil robots wanting power of their own. However, could this kind of threat ever exist from AI in the real world?
Self-Repairing Material Could Help Prevent Disasters On The ISS
A new material that heals itself has been created by scientists, consisting of a liquid resin sandwiched between two solid panels. Once a hole in a solid panel has been made, the liquid reacts with oxygen in the air to plug the hole.
Huawei Watch To Be Released Next Month, Comes With Full AMOLED Display
Huawei has released details about its upcoming Huawei Watch, with the device set to be released in September and including a full circle AMOLED display, avoiding the flat tire issue found on other round smartwatches.
Samsung Pay Beta Launched On All US Carriers Except Verizon
Samsung has launched a beta of its mobile payment system Samsung Pay, with the beta launching on all major U.S. carriers except for Verizon. The system is also only launching for customers of Bank of America and U.S. Bank.
Boeing Has Developed A Laser For Taking Down Drones
Boeing has developed a laser that is designed to take down drones, particularly in sensitive areas such as around the White House. The system is very accurate and lightweight, and can be set up in minutes by two people.
Google Is Using Secret Searches To Recruit Programmers
Google is reportedly using secret search terms to find programmers to hire. Max Rosett, a programming engineer, recently blogged about how he searched for a programming term, after which he was asked to go through a series of tests. Three months later he had a job at Google.
Skoog 2.0 Is A Tool For Musicians And Educators Alike
Skoog 2.0 is a new musical instrument designed to be used by musicians and in education. The device can be programmed for musicians to be able to trigger sounds when they want and is extremely easy to use, making it great for education and for those who aren't able to play other instruments.
Research Suggests Human Brain Is 30 Times As Powerful As The Best Supercomputers
A team of researchers has designed a new standard for comparing artificial intelligence with the human brain. According to the standard, the world's most powerful supercomputers are 30 times less powerful than the human brain.
Drones To Be Used To Monitor Construction Site Progress
A system that makes use of drones to monitor the progress of construction workers is being tested by a team at the University of Illinois. The system will also help managers keep track of materials and whether or not more materials need to be brought in.
LG Announces Flat-Screen OLED TVs, Available Next Month
LG has finally announced non-curved OLED TVs, available to the public as of this September. The two TVs will be significantly cheaper than LG's first OLED TV from a few years ago, costing between $5,500 and $7,000, depending on the model.
Facebook Launches 'M,' Its Answer To Google Now, Siri And Cortana
Facebook has launched 'M,' its own personal assistant designed to compete with the likes of Google Now and Siri. Unlike other personal assistants, however, M can complete tasks for the user, such as ordering items and making reservations.
Micromax Announces The Development Of Its Own Android-Based OS
Indian smartphone manufacturer Micromax has announced that it is developing its own version of Android. According to the company, it is creating the new operating system to respond to the unmet needs of Indian consumers.
Pepsi's Friend Finder Blimp Will Help You Find Your Lost Friends At A Music Festival
Pepsi, in partnership with ad agency AMV BBDO, has created a drone-blimp hybrid designed to help people find their friends at music festivals. The device connects to a smartphone app and can be requested through the app when someone loses their friends.
WileyFox Releases 'Storm' and 'Swift' Handsets - The UK's CyanogenMod Answer To OnePlus
A new British smartphone company called WileyFox has released its first two handsets, called the Storm and the Swift. The two devices are affordable, high-powered, and run on CyanogenMod.
NanoGripTech Is Releasing The First Commercially Available Adhesive Inspired By The Gecko's Foot
Carnegie Mellon spinoff nanoGriptech has announced the release of the world's first commercially available adhesive that is inspired by the foot of a gecko. The adhesive can be applied and removed multiple times without losing stickiness or leaving residue.
Yamaha Introduces New Line Of Silent Guitars That Boast Faithful Acoustic Sound
Yamaha has introduced a new line of silent guitars designed to faithfully recreate the sound and feel of an acoustic guitar while still being silent when not plugged in — perfect for practicing in silence.
Comcast To Offer Gigabit Internet US-Wide By 2018
Comcast has announced that it is upgrading its network to be able to offer 1 Gbps Internet speeds to everyone within the company's current footprint by 2018.
