Articles by Christian de Looper
CES 2015: What Will Sony Release? Here are Some Predictions
Sony is set to be busy at CES 2015, having released a teaser trailer for its appearance at the show. The trailer doesn't, however, name any specifics, so there could be a number of different devices.
'Sunset Overdrive' Music Is the Gaming Music of the Future
'Sunset Overdrive' has been getting rave reviews, with many saying that it's a refreshing take on an apocalyptic game. There are a number of factors that contribute to this, one of those being the music.
The Shutdown of The Pirate Bay Did Nothing: Here's Why
The Pirate Bay is a big part of torrenting and file-sharing history, but that doesn't mean its absence will have an effect on torrenting and file-sharing in general. Here's why the shutdown of The Pirate Bay did nothing.
CES to Help Launch Wearable Revolution
Wearable devices are set to reach a whopping 168.2 million shipped units by 2019, with a number of companies likely to start releasing many more of these wearables. This year's CES will likely showcase many products that are part of the next wave of wearable technology.
Why Video Games May Play Big Role in Education
While many of us see video games as simply a bit of fun, games could one day be an integral part of education. In fact, according to some studies, video games are already teaching kids a number of skills.
CES 2015: Fun Facts About the Largest Consumer Electronics Show in the World
CES 2015 is right around the corner and is sure to include some showstoppers. However, there are a few things you might not know about the show, so here are some fun facts about CES.
Home Automation at CES: What to Expect
Home automation is a product category that is growing increasingly popular, and that trend is set to continue at CES 2015, which will begin in just a few weeks. Here is a rundown of categories that will be most present at CES 2015 in home automation.
Mobile Game of the Week: 'SimCity BuildIt' Ignites Childhood Memories, But at a Price
'90s kids rejoice! There is now a SimCity game for mobile devices. The mobile version of the game 'SimCity BuildIt' brings that classic SimCity gameplay with a number of new features. There are, however, some drawbacks.
Week Ahead In Tech: CES news, Sony Saga Continues, Response to T-Mobile Data Strategy
It's set to be a busy week for many given the holiday season and news ahead of the industry's biggest show, CES, that kicks off the new year. Keep tuned to Tech Times for the latest on CES and here's a look at the week's hot stories and topics.
Samsung too Busy to Chat, Announces Death of ChatOn
Samsung will be ending support for its instant messaging service ChatOn, and instead be focusing its attention to other platforms, such as mobile health and mobile commerce. The announcement highlights the company's struggle in the software market.
Why Bose Is Stepping into Streaming. Watch Out Apple, Beats
Bose is mulling entering the music-streaming business and that raises the question 'does it matter?' Yes, it does, as there are a number of reasons that a Bose streaming service could be a hit.
History of the Apple iPod Antitrust Case
Apple was recently found not guilty of creating a digital music monopoly by limiting the music that could be played on the company's iPods. The case itself, however, spans a whopping 10 years. Here's a rundown of what happened during those 10 years.
'Duck Hunt' Arriving for Wii Christmas Day
Nintendo has announced it will release the classic 1980s game 'Duck Hunt,' which will be downloadable to Wii U through Virtual Console. The game is set to be released on Dec. 25.
Week In Review: Top 5 Tech Headlines Not to Miss
It was yet another busy week in tech, with many headlines and stories to keep track of. Luckily, we've put together a list of the top headlines not to miss for this week.
Top 5 Productivity Apps for the New Year
As we head into the New Year, many might be making the resolution to be a little more productive. Thankfully, there are apps to help with that. Here are the top five productivity apps available.
Review: Top 5 Music-Streaming Services
Streaming is the future of music consumption and while there are a number of music-streaming services they are all a little different. Here is a comparison of five of the top music-streaming services to help you decide which one to use once Santa delivers all that new music.
A Peek at the Top 5 Apple Watch Features [Video]
The Apple Watch is set to be released in just a couple months, with many expecting it to revolutionize the wearable tech industry. Here are five videos showing some of the top Apple Watch features.
BlackBerry Returns to its Roots, New Classic Courts CrackBerry Addicts
BlackBerry surprises the industry by releasing a new smartphone that goes back to the company's roots -- the BlackBerry Classic. The device is sure to satisfy a segment of the market that prefers hardware keyboards over software ones.
App Of The Week: DropTask Offers Colorful Productivity Boost
DropTask is a highly productive to-do list that lets users create a more fun and engaging daily schedule. The app is colorful and functional, with a number of great features to make the day easier to tackle. It's available for Android and iOS users.
Tablet Shoot-Out: Eeny, Meeny. Tablet Features Rule in Holiday Gift Decision
With the holidays right around the corner, it's time to start thinking, if you haven't already, about gifts for your loved ones. Tablets are a great gift, but it can sometimes be hard to decide which one to get. Here is a list of some of the best tablets for this holiday season.
History of The Pirate Bay: Internet Outlaw or Internet File-Sharing Freedom Fighter?
The Pirate Bay is offline, having been raided for a second time in its history. But as its history reveals, it's been adept at hurdling the threat of legal action and law enforcement activity. The service, which is now one of the largest file-sharing sites, comes from humble beginnings.
T-Mobile is the Carrier of the Future: Here's Why
While T-Mobile might officially be the smallest of the 'big four' carriers, the company consistently is making announcements that suggest that it is the carrier of the future. But are announcements all that it takes?
How Smart Watch May Eliminate Car Valets, 'Lost' Vehicles
BMW has announced a new automated car technology that will allow cars to find parking spots and park for themselves, with users controlling these features straight from a smart watch.
Apple Claims Victory in Decade-Long iPod Antitrust Court Battle
Apple has won an antitrust case in which it was accused of being anti-competitive due to the fact competitors' music was not able to be played on iPods, essentially forcing iPod users to purchase music from iTunes.
Google Fit vs. Apple HealthKit: Which Health Platform Is Best Choice?
Both Google and Apple are looking to capitalize on a shift toward health in consumer tech, providing apps and centralized locations for health data to be stored. But which platform is better and will claim victory?
Wearables May One Day Live Inside, Not Outside, the Human Body
Wearable tech is all the rage, but could the future of fitness trackers live inside the body? Some suggest yes, with Proteus Digital Health having developed a pill that can track fitness and health while being as small as a BB pellet.
Runtastic Kicks Off Virtual Reality Workouts Via Oculus Rift App
Runtastic, a company that creates a popular fitness app of the same name, has announced its entrance into virtual reality. It is creating an app for the Oculus Rift VR headset.
Twitter Co-Founder Evan Williams Says Comparing Twitter and Instagram Not Fair: Here's Why
Twitter co-founder Evan Williams has come out against the way that social media networks are compared. Metrics matter, and he suggests comparing Instagram and its 300 million users to Twitter is not fair.
Facebook Graph Search Will No More Sing Song of Bing
Facebook has quietly removed Microsoft's Bing from its search results. Despite this, the fact that it has taken a few days for most to notice suggests that perhaps most people don't really care.
iPhone 6 Plus Vs. Nexus 6: Apple Phablet Faces Serious Competition from Cheaper Google Phone
While the iPhone 6 Plus has seen its fair share of popularity since it was released, the Google Nexus 6 is giving it a run for its money. While both devices have a lot to offer, it seems as though the Nexus 6 trumps its Apple competition in a number of specifications.
