Articles by Christian de Looper
Hands-On With The New Google Photos App
Google has finally split off Google+ Photos as its own feature, releasing a new app and desktop website for the service. Google Photos features a completely redesigned layout and a number of great editing features.
Microsoft Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 10130 For PCs Is Out: Check Out What's New
Microsoft has released another build of its upcoming operating system Windows 10, featuring shortcuts to Cortana and a standardized task bar for Virtual Desktops. The news comes only a few short months before the company is set to release Windows 10.
Support For Animated GIFs: Facebook's Killer Move To Woo Teen Users
Facebook has finally announced support for GIFs, almost 10 years after officially removing the feature for fear of the News Feed becoming too cluttered.
Google Wants To Make The World A Better Place For The Disabled: Here's How
Google has announced an initiative designed to help those with disabilities, with the company pledging to donate $20 million to organizations that use emerging technologies to help disabled people.
End Of The Road: Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht Sentenced To Life In Prison
The founder of the infamous Silk Road drug marketplace has been sentenced to life in prison for the sale of heroin, cocaine, LSD and other illegal drugs. It is likely that this decision will end the Silk Road for good.
Google's Project Vault, Project Soli, Project Abacus And Project Jacquard Explained
Google's Advanced Technology and Projects team has unveiled a number of new projects which could change computing as we know it. Here's a look at Project Vault, Project Soli, Project Abacus and Project Jacquard.
Android Pay Is A User-Friendly Google Wallet: Here's Why
Google has announced its new mobile payment system, dubbed Android Pay. The system is set to become a quick success, holding a number of features over Google's previous mobile payment attempt, Google Wallet.
Apple Buys Augmented Reality Software Maker Metaio: Here's Why
Apple has acquired Metaio, a company known for its augmented reality technology used by a number of different companies worldwide. It is unknown exactly what Apple will do with the company.
Google Chromecast Sets Sights On Gamers And More
Google's Chromecast has been a hit, selling 17 million units since it was released two years ago. Now, the company has announced a number of new features that will make Chromecast even more full-featured, including some that could appeal to the gamers among us.
Google Previews Upcoming Google Now Features at I/O
Google has offered up a number of details about the future of Google Now, with the personal assistant being far more heavily rooted in context going forward. This will make the assistant far more helpful for users.
Google Previews Upcoming Android M Mobile OS At I/O
Google has offered a preview for its upcoming mobile operating system, currently dubbed Android M. The company highlighted six areas of improvement during Google I/O 2015.
Microsoft Office Apps Will Come Preinstalled On LG, Sony Android Tablets
Microsoft has announced that it has made a deal with a number of Android device manufacturers to ship their devices preinstalled with Skype and Office apps. The move is the latest in Microsoft's push into mobile.
Pebble Time Starts Shipping To Kickstarter Backers: Third Time Lucky?
Pebble has finally starting shipping its latest smartwatch, the Pebble Time. The device features a number of improvements over the previous Pebble device, and reviewers have been hailing it as one of the best smartwatches on the market.
Marauder's Map Chrome Extension: Facebook Messenger Users, Kiss Your Privacy Goodbye!
A new Google Chrome extension has been released that allows users to track all their Facebook friends' locations through tracking in Facebook Messenger. The app highlights the growing concern for privacy in the digital world.
Apple CarPlay Or Google Android Auto? Tech Giants Battle For Dashboard Supremacy
Both Android Auto and Apple's CarPlay are finally being released to the public in a number of different vehicles, with both being great infotainment systems. Is there one that is better?
iPhone 6s Will Be Game Changer With Force Touch
Apple will reportedly be introducing Force Touch into the next line of iPhones, giving users a new layer of input for their devices. Force Touch can already be found on the Apple Watch and MacBook line.
Vox Media Gobbles Re/Code; Gigaom Finds New Owner: The Details
Both Re/Code and GigaOM have been purchased by separate companies, highlighting the growing consolidation among top tech companies and websites. Re/Code will now be owned by Vox Media, known for its ownership of The Verge.
Here's What We Know From Mary Meeker's 20th Annual Internet Trends Report
Mary Meeker has given her 20th annual Internet Trends report, suggesting that mobile messaging will continue to take over our mobile lives. Meeker also spoke about the growing interest in drones and about the fact that India is the fastest-growing mobile and Internet market.
The Surreal Reason Behind Oculus VR's Acquisition Of Tech Startup Surreal Vision
Oculus VR has announced the acquisition of Surreal Vision, a company that could bring more virtual reality-type features to the upcoming Oculus Rift.
Android Auto Is Here And Here's Why We Love It
Hyundai is the first car manufacturer to offer Android Auto, Google's in-car infotainment system designed to integrate a user's smartphone and data into a car.
Instagram Using 'Highlights' Emails To Woo Back Users: Will It Work?
Instagram has started sending out "Highlights" emails, essentially showing users what it thinks is the best content from those that they follow. The emails are an attempt by the network to re-engage users in using Instagram.
Jony Ive's Promotion As Apple's Chief Design Officer Triggers Speculations
Jony Ive has been given a new title at Apple and is now known as the Chief Design Officer. There is a lot of speculation as to what this might mean for the company, with some suggesting that he will leave and others saying that it will merely give him more freedom to design.
Microsoft Bringing Cortana To iOS And Android Devices: Here's How
Microsoft has announced that it will be offering a Cortana app to iOS and Android devices later this year. The app will be released alongside Windows 10, and will bring many of the same features found in Cortana on Windows Phone.
Google Photos App Will Debut At Google I/O 2015: Why We're Looking Forward To It
The long awaited split for Google+ Photos away from Google+ is finally set to take place, with reports suggesting that Google will launch a new Google Photos app at Google I/O 2015.
This Is What Apple's Design Guru Jony Ive Will Do As Company's First Chief Design Officer
Apple design champion Jony Ive has been given a promotion, now taking the title of Chief Design Officer. This will essentially enable Ive to focus on design rather than day-to-day managerial duties.
This Was BlackBerry's Reaction When The First iPhone Came Out
Before it was taken down by Apple, Blackberry was the dominating force in the phone market. That spectacular fall has been detailed in a new book.
Aria Gesture Controller For Wearable Devices Set To Hit Kickstarter: Here's Why It's Cool
A new device called the Aria is being released, allowing users to control their smartwatch with simple hand gestures rather than having to use spotty voice control or tapping on small touch displays.
Adult FriendFinder Probes Hack That Has Compromised Photos And Kinky Secrets Of 'Thriving Sex Community'
Hackers have compromised the privacy of around 4 million users of hookup website AdultFriendFinder, some of which are government officials and members of the British army.
Google I/O 2015: Android M Is Coming And Here's What We Want To See
Google is expected to unveil Android M at Google I/O 2015. It will bring a number of new features we want to see. Here are some of them.
Android Factory Reset Feature Has A Big Problem: It May Leave Sensitive Data On Your Phone
Android's 'Factory Reset' feature may not be as good as users hope. Researchers find that devices that have been factory reset still retain photos, videos, and even tokens used to log in to Gmail.
