Articles by Christian de Looper
Now Stream Games From Xbox One To PC Or Tablet With Windows 10: Here's How
Microsoft has announced the addition of game streaming to the official Windows 10 build, bringing the feature out of preview mode and allowing users to stream games from their Xbox to their PC.
Just 2.8 Seconds For 0 to 60: That's Tesla Model S Ludicrous Mode For You
Tesla has announced a new mode for the Tesla Model S, called Ludicrous Mode. The new mode enables the car to go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds. But is it a supercar?
Microsoft Cortana Digital Assistant For Android Leaks 'Few Weeks' Earlier Than Beta Public Release
The Cortana app for Android has leaked ahead of its scheduled release within the next few weeks, giving us a number of details about the app.
Buy Windows 10 And Don't Worry About Updates For Next 10 Years: Microsoft
Microsoft has announced the update plans for Windows 10, with mainstream support being offered until 2020 and extended support until 2025. The company has also begun taking preorders for Windows 10 available on a USB drive through Amazon.
This Mobile Charging Station Fixes Two Major Problems With Electric Cars
While electric cars are the way of the future, there are some problems associated with them, such as the fact that building charging stations can be a big issue. This mobile charging station, however, solves a number of those issues.
First Approved Drone Delivery Takes Place In Rural Virginia
The first U.S. government-approved drone delivery has taken place with a drone delivering medical supplies to a mobile clinic in rural Virginia. It is hoped that the delivery will help relax the public's view of drones.
T-Mobile Slapped With $17.5 Million Fine After Last Year's 911 Outage
T-Mobile has been charged with a $17.5 million fine after an outage last year that left many customers unable to call 911. The company suffered two outages, totaling three hours.
People Now Spend An Average Of 40 Minutes On YouTube Per Viewing Session
The average viewing session on YouTube has risen by 50 percent, compared with last year, to a massive 40 minutes per session. These numbers show that YouTube is becoming more and more of a TV replacement.
littleBits To Open First Retail Store In New York City This Month
littleBits, a company known for helping young people build prototype electronic devices with its modular hardware blocks, has announced it will open a retail store in New York City later this month.
Former Reddit CEO: 'The Trolls Are Winning'
Former Reddit CEO Ellen Pao has spoken out in an op-ed for The Washington Post, saying that the 'online trolls are winning.' Pao experienced online trolls firsthand after shutting down some of the more unsavory parts of Reddit.
ZTE Announces Blade D6, Featuring 5-Inch Display And Quad-Core Chipset
ZTE has announced its latest midrange device, the Blade D6. With a design similar to that of the Apple iPhone 6, the device features a 5-inch display and a quad-core processor.
These Self-Destructing Smart Syringes Could Help Prevent The Transmission Of HIV
The spread of diseases like HIV and hepatitis B is largely due to the reuse of syringes. A new type of self-destructing syringe is aimed at reducing the spread of disease by preventing reuse.
The New Panasonic DMC-FZ300 Is 4K-Ready And Can Handle Water And Dust
Panasonic has announced the new DMC-FZ300 camera, capable of recording 4K video and featuring a water-resistant and dust-proof body. The camera is even faster than its predecessor, the FZ200.
Researchers Make A Transistor From One Molecule And A Few Atoms
Researchers have managed to build a transistor out of a single molecue and a number of atoms, and it is the smallest transistor ever made. The news follows advancements made by IBM, which created the first 7-nanometer semiconductor.
Zubie Hopes Its Connected Car Platform Will Kickstart The 'Internet of Cars'
Zubie, a connected car company known for its system that taps into the car's computer and offers diagnostics, has opened its system as a platform. The move allows developers to create their own apps around the data offered by Zubie.
Income Is The Deciding Factor On Who Gets Online In The US
Income is the biggest factor in determining who gets online in the United States, according to a new report. This comes as President Obama is getting ready to announce a new program to expand Internet connectivity around the country.
Smartphones Might One Day Be Used To Help Diagnose Depression
Scientists have conducted a study that found behavioral markers indicating depression could be accurately tracked via smartphone use. Smartphones also capture GPS data regarding the user's movements, which is helpful in diagnosing depression.
My Retina Tracker Is Crowdsourcing Blindness Research
There are hundreds of genetic mutations that could end up causing blindness, and very few patients for each mutation. My Retina Tracker is attempting to crowdsource as much information as possible to cure previously little-researched blindness-related diseases.
Google Is Giving Emmy Voters A Chromecast In Place of DVDs
DVDs are on their way out, with those in the television industry not even using them anymore. In fact, Emmy voters will be using the Google Chromecast this year instead of receiving DVDs.
These Hankook iFlex Tires Will Never Go Flat
The car tire hasn't really rolled with the advances seen in other parts of the auto industry, but Hankook Tire intends to change that. The South Korean company has developed a car tire that doesn't rely on air.
Jewelbots Is A Bracelet Designed To Teach Girls How To Code
It's no secret that tech is a largely male-dominated industry, but thankfully, there are people working to change that. Jewelbots is a bracelet designed to teach girls how to code from a young age.
Facebook Security Chief Calls For The End Of Adobe Flash
Facebook security chief Alex Stamos has joined a list of those in the tech industry calling for the end of Adobe's Flash. Adobe should set a 'kill date' for Flash, he said, allowing companies to alter their software so it doesn't rely on the outdated player.
These Roads Are Built From Recycled Plastic And Can Be Made In A Factory
A Dutch company is working with the city of Rotterdam to develop plastic roads made entirely from recycled plastic collected from the oceans. The initiative, while in its early stages, could make a huge dent in pollution generated from creating asphalt roads.
Microsoft Pulling Plug On Photosynth And Some Other MSN Apps: What This Means For You
Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for a number of its MSN-related apps, citing "broad consumer appeal." The company will also no longer support Photosynth, an app that allowed users to stitch together photos to create 3D images.
Vine Now Lets You Discover More Viners And Post Your Own Videos In HD
Vine has released an update to its iOS app that will see users being able to publish content in HD, as well as discover new content from top Vine users more easily.
Hacking Team Hacked: 400GB Data Dump Exposes Dirty Secrets Of Governments
Hacking Team, a spyware and surveillance company that sells its services to governments around the world, has itself been hacked - with a huge 415GB database of information being dumped online.
Amazon Announces Tool For Users To 'Fling' Content To Their TV
Amazon has announced a new tool for developers to enable options for users to 'fling' content to their TV through Amazon Fire TV. The tool puts Amazon in direct competition with Google's Chromecast and Apple's Apple TV.
Second 'Batman v Superman' Trailer Officially Rated
The second 'Batman v Superman' trailer has officially been rated, according to Alberta Film Ratings. The trailer may appear at the Warner Bros panel at the San Diego Comic-Con.
HTC Is Taking The Vive VR Headset On Tour: Here's Where You Can Try It Out
HTC has announced an international tour for the Vive virtual reality headset, beginning with San Diego's Comic-Con. The headset is making waves in the virtual reality market because of its tracking capabilities.
University of Michigan Testing 3D-Printed Autonomous Mini-Car
The University of Michigan is testing a 3D-printed autonomous car designed for environments like university campuses and airports. The car is being printed by Local Motors, which created the world's first 3D-printed car last year.
