Articles by Christian de Looper
Reddit Deletes 5 User Groups Following Creation of Anti-Harassment Policy
Reddit has banned five subreddits that, it has deemed, incite harassment on the site. Many users, however, are frustrated at the news, largely because of the fact that Reddit used to be a place where 'anything goes.'
eBay Launches Apple Watch App, Pushes Mobile Use
eBay has finally launched the Apple Watch app for its service, allowing users to manage and view items they're bidding on, buying or selling.
Facebook Messenger Platform Gets First Game: 'Doodle Draw' On Messenger, Anyone?
Facebook Messenger as a platform has begun offering games, with the first game being 'Doodle Draw,' a game that is very similar to 'Draw Something.' The games, however, have the potential to be subject to spam.
Holus Turns Your Digital Media Into Interactive 3D Holograms
A new Kickstarter page has been created for a tabletop device that turns digital media like images into 3D holograms. The campaign has more than doubled its $40,000 goal in only a few hours.
One-Third Of Government Agencies Use HTTPS Encryption - That's About To Change
The White House has issued a directive for all federal agencies to implement HTTPS encryption on their websites. Over two-thirds of federal websites do not use HTTPS encryption, and the deadline to implement it is December 1, 2016.
These Instruments By OWOW Allow Anyone To Be The Next Big Music Producer
OWOW has created a set of instruments that are extremely easy to use, ultraportable and very intuitive. There are five of them in total, each offering a different way to make sounds when paired with a computer.
TiVo Launches TiVo Online Free Cross-Platform Search Service
TiVo has launched TiVo Online, allowing anyone to experience the companies well-loved search feature simply by entering their ZIP code. The new website also lets users stream video to their computers and mobile devices.
Illusive Networks Foils Hackers By Luring Them Into Stealing Fake Data
Israeli company Illusive Networks says that it is able to make hackers think they are stealing real data, when in fact it is fake data designed to catch hackers. The company has some big backing, including from the likes of Google's Eric Schmidt.
Amazon Hiring Game Developers For 'Ambitious' Gaming Project
Amazon is hiring game developers to make an entrance into PC gaming. While Amazon has developed a few mobile games and bought game streaming website Twitch last year, it has yet to make a serious mark on the gaming industry.
Skype For Windows Will Get Real-Time Translation This Summer
Microsoft has announced that the real-time translation feature in Skype currently being tested will be available to the core version of Skype for Windows 8.1 late this coming summer.
LG Releases G4 In U.S., Featuring Leather Backing And Snapdragon 808
LG has officially released the G4 in the U.S. to all major carriers as well as to Best Buy and Amazon. The device features a new leather backing, as well as a 16 MP rear-facing camera and a Snapdragon 808 processor.
Google Explains Why Chrome Will Use Up Less Battery
Google has announced an update to Chrome that will see the browser use up significantly less battery on laptops. Essentially, the company will be limiting how often Adobe Flash is used within Chrome.
Apple Unveils Apple Music Streaming Service, Positions Itself To Take Down Spotify
Apple has finally unveiled its long-awaited streaming service, called Apple Music, which is set to launch on June 30. The new service includes a number of great features, such as the ability for artists to connect with fans and curated playlists for those who want new music recommendations.
Apple Announces 100 Billion App Downloads Since App Store Launch
Apple announced the App Store has surpassed the 100 billion app download mark since its launch in 2008. The milestone highlights the popularity of Apple's mobile devices.
Suspected Chinese Hackers Steal Personal Information Of 4M US Federal Employees, Stun Nation
A huge hack that may have compromised the personal information of up to 4 million employees of the federal Office of Personnel Management was reportedly conducted by Chinese hackers. It is unknown if the hackers were sponsored by the Chinese government.
Rare Nine-Way, Two-Day Kidney Transplant Involving 18 People Successfully Wraps Up In San Francisco
A kidney transplant chain involving 18 patients has been successfully completed in San Francisco. Kidney transplant chains - which help match compatible donors and recipients - are becoming increasingly popular.
Apple's New Music Streaming Service Could Be A Game-Changer
Apple is set to finally take the wraps off of its new music streaming service, expected to be called Apple Music. Music industry insiders hope the service will revolutionize the music industry, prompting many listeners to start paying for music once again.
WWDC 2015: Apple Gets Ready To Unveil iOS 9, New Music Streaming Service And More
Apple is set to make a number of big announcements at its Worldwide Developers Conference this year, from updates to iOS and OS X, to a completely new music streaming service.
Google To Publish Monthly Updates About Driverless Cars
Google has started publishing monthly reports about its autonomous cars, showing that the cars have been involved in 13 accidents since the program first started in 2009. Google says none of the accidents have been the fault of its cars.
Skype For Web Means You Can Ditch The Desktop App
Microsoft has opened up the Skype Web client beta, meaning that anyone can now take a shot at using the new app. While it has a number of functionality issues, the app could eventually eliminate the need for the Skype desktop app.
Researchers Beam Power To Camera Through Wi-Fi
Researchers have been able to beam energy to a camera without a power source, using only a Wi-Fi signal. This is technology that could be the missing piece in the Internet of Things revolution.
Apple Set To Unveil New Streaming Service At WWDC: Here's What To Expect
Apple will finally unveil its long-awaited music streaming service, a service that many expect will totally shake up the music industry once again. Here's what to expect from the new service.
Lycos Is Making A Comeback With A Set Of Wearables
Lycos, the search engine from the mid-'90s, has announced that it will be making a comeback by releasing a number set of connected devices. The company is starting with two wearable devices.
Facebook Messenger Now Lets Users Tell Their Friends Exactly Where They Are
Facebook has added a feature to Messenger that will allow users to share their exact location with their friends. The feature also allows users to share other locations, which could come in handy for sharing meeting places.
Documents Leaked By Edward Snowden Show US Widened Internet Spying
Documents leaked by Edward Snowden reveal that the NSA actually expanded its surveillance program in 2012, highlighting how much the program has expanded over the years.
'Facebook Lite' Is A Lightweight Android App For Emerging Markets
Facebook has launched a new 'Facebook Lite' app. It is aimed at bringing a better Facebook experience to those in developing countries who might have slower data connections or phones.
'Super Mario Bros.', 'Pong' And 'Doom' Enter First World Video Game Hall Of Fame
The Strong Museum of Play has selected its first list of video games to be introduced in its World Video Game Hall of Fame. The list includes the likes of 'Super Mario Bros.,' 'Tetris' and 'World of Warcraft.'
Showtime Streaming Service Coming To Apple In July
Showtime has announced a new streaming sevice, costing $10.99 per month, that allows users to stream their favorite shows on a number of Apple devices. Support for other devices will be added in the future.
Apple's HomeKit Requires Apple TV To Properly Function
Apple has uploaded a support page for HomeKit suggesting that the Apple TV will be required to use many of HomeKit's features, such as the ability to remotely control HomeKit-enabled devices.
Apple Recalls Beats Pill Speakers Over Concerns They Could Catch Fire
Apple has issued a recall for the Beats Pill XL speaker, saying that the speaker can overheat and even catch fire due to a wiring problem. For safety, it's asking cusomers to stop using the speakers now.
