Articles by Christian de Looper
You Can Finally Talk To Your Car With This 'Knight Rider' Car Charger
Brace yourselves, '80s kids. You can now experience KITT, the in-car personal assistant from Knight Rider, in your own car, with this new Knight Rider-themed car charger.
MicFlip Is A Reversible USB Cable For Those Waiting For USB-C
While USB-C is sure to take at least a few years before it seriously starts to be used by the tech world, those not wanting to deal with nonreversible USB cables can instead turn to MicFlip.
25 Million People Had Data Stolen In OPM Hack, Officials Confirm
Officials have confirmed that the Office of Personnel Management hack has compromised the data of around 21.5 million people, on top of the 4.2 million affected in another hack.
Microsoft Researchers Develop System To Improve Wearable Battery Life
Researchers at Microsoft have developed a new system that offloads RAM-intensive tasks to a paired smartphone, conserving the battery life of a device by up to 369 percent.
New Microsoft HoloLens Promotional Video Shows Just How Limited The Field Of Vision Really Is
Microsoft has released a promotional video for HoloLens, offering a few glimpses at the display's narrow field of vision, which is the main drawback that most see in the headset.
Sphericam 2 4K 360-Degree Camera Funded On Kickstarter
The Sphericam 2, a camera designed to capture 360-degree video for virtual reality, has been successfully funded on Kickstarter.
Google Releases Chromecast Ethernet Adapter To End Connection Woes
Google has released an Ethernet adapter to solve the issue of the Chromecast having connection issues. While the adapter will add to the wires behind the TV, it should ensure that as data transfers get more intense with things like gaming, the Chromecast is able to handle it.
Dot Is The World's Smallest Bluetooth Headset
A Kickstarter campaign has been started for a Bluetooth headset called Dot, which is being touted as the world's smallest Bluetooth headset. The device comes at a time when tech is needing to be increasingly portable and wearable.
Japan's Mount Fuji To Get Wi-Fi Connectivity
Officials in Japan are having Wi-Fi stations installed on Mount Fuji in an attempt to encourage tourists to share experiences with their friends and family. The stations will also serve as a way to ensure the safety of climbers.
Spotify Is Encouraging Users To Stop Subscribing Through iTunes
Spotify is now actively encouraging subscribers to subscribe through the Web rather than through iTunes, which will end up saving users $3 per month, with Spotify Premium costing $12.99 per month through iTunes because Apple takes a 30 percent cut.
New York Stock Exchange Halts Trading After Experiencing 'Technical Issues'
The New York Stock Exchange has halted trading after experiencing apparent technical issues. It is unknown exactly how long the shut down will last or how serious the problem is.
Researchers Discover Twisting Graphene Alters Electrical Properties
Researchers conducting studies on graphene have discovered that twisting graphene alters its electrical properties, a discovery that could help shape the future of things like flexible displays.
Jolla Is Splitting Its Hardware And Software Businesses To Focus On Sailfish OS
Jolla has announced that it will be spinning off its hardware business to focus on Sailfish OS, its mobile operating system, and the licensing of it. The company has not given any hints as to who might be licensing Sailfish OS.
Republic Wireless Drops Unlimited Data In Favor Of Google-Like Refund Plan
Republic Wireless has announced that it is dropping its unlimited data plans in favor of a Google Project Fi-like refund plan, in which users pay for data and are refunded for any data that they do not use.
Google Makes It Simple To Implement Material Design With Free Website Builder
Google has unveiled a tool for developers to quickly and easily create Material Design websites. While the tool is nice for developers, it is also important to recognize that it is of great benefit to Google to have sites across the Web using Material Design.
Solar Paper Solar Panel Can Charge Your Phone In 2.5 Hours
A Kickstarter campaign has been started for a new solar panel called 'Solar Paper,' which is being touted as the world's smallest solar panel. Not only is it small, but the panel can charge a smartphone in only 2.5 hours.
Volkswagen Is Making An Electric Scooter To Rival The Segway
Volkswagen is planning to release an electric scooter for city transportation, aimed to take users the 'extra mile' and compete with the likes of the Segway.
This Line Of Wearables Replicates Biological Functions
Neri Oxman, a designer from MIT, has created a concept line of wearable devices that replicate biological functions. One produces sucrose to feed the body and another, calcium to strengthen bones.
Twitter Introduces Option To Show And Celebrate Birthdays
Twitter is letting users add their birthday to their profile, and will then send balloons to their page on the big day. Of course, this feature does raise some privacy concerns.
Ubuntu-Powered Intel Compute Stick To Go On Sale This Week For $110
The Ubuntu version of the Intel Compute Stick is set to go on sale this week, offering a fully-featured computing experience in a small HDMI-dongle. The device will cost $110 and will be on sale both online and in stores.
You Can Now Watch YouTube Videos On Your Android Wear Smartwatch
A YouTube app for Android Wear has been released to the Google Play Store. It includes a number of interesting features, such as the ability to stream to Chromecast and to use voice controls for almost all of the app's functions.
Electric Supercars of Formula E Set To Appear In 'Forza Motorsport 6'
'Forza Motorsport 6' is set to feature the all-electric supercars of the new Formula E, with a total of 10 cars set to appear.
'Next-Generation Robots' Set To Be Introduced Into Japanese Airport
Robots made by Cyberdyne are set to be introduced into the Haneda Airport in Japan. Robots will take care of cleaning. Exoskeletons will also be provided, helping workers be able to lift more.
The Ultrastrong, Ultrasecure Turing Phone Opens For Preorder On July 31
Turing Robotics Industries has announced that its smartphone, the Turing Phone, will be up for preorder on July 31. The device was built using liquid metal, and is said to be stronger than steel.
Bubble Wrap Has Been Changed Forever - It No Longer Pops
Bubble Wrap is a classic packaging tool that has many fans who enjoy its help in packaging, but also because of the fun in popping it. Unfortunately, however, the new Bubble Wrap no longer pops.
Yahoo Testing Google-Powered Ads And Search Results
Yahoo is testing ways to implement Google search results and ads into its search engine. It's a move that will be very problematic for Microsoft, which has had a deal with Yahoo since 2009 to offer search results and ads.
First Commercial Space Launch Site Set To Be Built In New Zealand
U.S. company Rocket Lab is creating the world's first commercial space launch site in New Zealand. It not only offers a prime location for space launches, but also offers a huge discount on commercial satellite launches.
The Personal Food Computer Is A Farm For Your Apartment
The team behind CityFarm has created the Personal Food Computer, a desktop farm that will fit in small, urban areas. The PFC will be able to grow crops regardless of weather and city CO2 levels.
This Augmented Reality Headset Is The Google Glass We All Wanted
An augmented reality headset is being developed by a team of researchers at the National Physical Library, and is designed to eliminate the problems that came with Google Glass, such as having to look up to see the display.
The Next iPhone Will Have Faster LTE And A Better Battery
The iPhone 6s will reportedly include an LTE chip that offers two times as fast of a download speed, bringing the maximum download speed to 300 Mbps on the iPhone.
