Articles by Christian de Looper
HP MB Chronowing smart watch is for men only but it's stylish as heck
HP and Michael Bastion are teaming up to offer a smart watch that is fashionable and functional. The device is called the MB Chronowing and is a classic-looking smart watch that displays notifications.
Xbox Games with Gold November list is out, price drop on Xbox One
Microsoft announces the Xbox Games with Gold for November, including the likes of 'Volgarr the Viking,' 'Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise' and 'Red Faction: Guerrilla.'
Wal-Mart mulls price-matching with online rivals. Will it kick off a price war for holiday season?
Wal-Mart is testing a service that would match its pricing to rival online retailers' prices in an attempt to remain on top as one of the nation's most cost-effective retailers. Many retail stores are suffering as customers are turning to online stores to do holiday shopping.
It's official: Lenovo marries Motorola after forking over $2.9B dowry to Google
Lenovo is now the official owner of Motorola, having announced the completed acquisition on Thursday. Motorola and Lenovo now control 8 percent of the smartphone market together and it is expected Motorola will help Lenovo be more competitive in the industry.
Apple iPod: Goodbye to the tiny device that changed music consumption forever
The Apple iPod Classic has been discontinued, signaling the end of an era in music consumption. Here is the history of the iPod.
Microsoft jumps into mobile healthcare, fitness markets with both feet, finally
Microsoft has announced a health platform to rival the likes of Apple's HealthKit and Google's Android Fit. The company also announced its first smart fitness device, Microsoft Band.
Google Wallet creator builds a new mobile payment rival
A mobile payment terminal called Poynt is being launched by an executive who helped build Google Wallet. The payment terminal accepts chip cards, magnetic strip cards, NFC systems and QR systems, among others.
Apple Pay rival hacked. Has anyone seen Tim Cook around?
Apple Pay rival CurrentC has been hacked and a number of emails stolen during a testing phase of the new mobile payment service. The news comes as a blow to the MCX, the group behind CurrentC, which is attempting to build consumer trust before the official launch of the app.
HP sprouts an all-in-one PC housing 3D scanner, projector. What? No kitchen sink?
HP has unveiled an all-in-one computer that adds both a projector and a 3D scanner. The Sprout is aimed at developers who could find interesting ways to use the new technology.
5 devices for creating the smart home of your dreams
Smart devices are all the rage, but with so many options on the market it can be impossible to know where to start. Here are five tech devices for creating your own smart home.
Antares unmanned rocket explodes on launch, no injuries reported [Video]
The Antares rocket exploded on launch today after being delayed. The rocket was unmanned and no personnel were injured in the incident, but it is reported that there was significant property and vehicle damage.
Google delves deep into health care with a whopper of a disease detector
Google is working on developing nanoparticles that will be able to search the body for diseases, including cancer, and warn patients of those diseases very early on. The strategy is to go from reactive to proactive medical treatment, says a researcher.
Find My Phone glitch lets hackers lock up Samsung handsets
A security flaw in Samsung's 'Find My Mobile' feature lets hackers remotely lock or locate a Samsung smartphone. Samsung says it is investigating the vulnerability claim.
Hackers hit data of 18.5M Californians in mostly retail breaches
The number of massive data breaches has risen each year for the past few years. It seems as though this is set to continue unless retailers begin putting new payment systems that use tokenized data into effect, a report says
Lowes deploying robotic customer service to help shoppers
Lowe's is introducing two robots at its San Jose, Calif., store designed to help customers find items around the store. The robots, called OSHbot, can share information about promotions and inventory as well as speak multiple languages.
Game review: 'Sunset Overdrive' is apocalyptic fun
'Sunset Overdrive' is a refreshing apocalyptic game that refrains from drowning in shades of gray and offers a fun and entertaining gameplay. The customization features and the humor of the game are both notable and interesting.
Amazon faces off against Chromecast with a brand new stick
Amazon has unveiled the Fire TV Stick, aimed at being a competitor to Google's Chromecast, among other HDMI streaming devices. The Fire TV Stick comes with a remote control and a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime and Netflix.
Santa may just deliver 'Games of Thrones' game by holiday season
After almost a year of suspense, Telltale Games is set to finally release the 'Game of Thrones' game by the end of the year. The news will be exciting for fans of the series who have been waiting patiently.
Facebook courting publishers for unique mobile content strategy
Facebook is proposing a deal with publishers to post content directly to the social media company's mobile app. While this could be great for consumers and Facebook, publishers are much more wary about it.
Review: 5 ways Google Inbox will help you avoid email hell
Google has unveiled a new Gmail client called Inbox by Gmail, which aims to reinvent the way that emails are managed. Read on to find out why you should give Inbox a shot.
Sssh...it is a secret but Lenovo now has a smartband for sale
Lenovo has secretly unveiled its new Smartband fitness tracking device, which is aimed at 'young people' and can track steps and heartbeat. The device can also auto-unlock a PC, eliminating the need to enter a password.
Android 5.0 Lollipop release date is Nov. 3: Here's why you should update
Android 5.0 Lollipop is set to finally be released on Nov. 3. The new software boasts a number of great features and changes, in design and functionality.
Beats Music app will be integrated into iTunes in 2015: Here's why
While previous reports suggested that Apple may be looking at shutting down the Beats Music streaming service, latest reports are saying that the company will instead roll it into iTunes. The move is expected to help combat declining iTunes music sales.
Carrier-hopping Apple SIM for new iPads fails to hop over AT&T
While the new Apple SIM is a great feature for those who aren't too concerned about which carrier they're on, it seems as though not ever carrier sees it the same way. AT&T locks the Apple SIM to be used on its network once users decide to use the carrier for the first time.
Two faces of Gamergate and why it's time to stop it
An online movement called Gamergate is gaining momentum. While the movement claims that it defends ethics, in reality, no one wins with Gamergate.
Apple Pay faces big odds: Rite Aid, CVS join other retailers in saying 'No' to the hype
CVS is now the second major retailer to cut support for NFC payments, which includes payments using Apple Pay and Google Wallet. The ending of support is likely because CVS and Rite Aid, along with other retailers, plan to launch their own mobile payment system in early 2015.
FCC postpones airwave auction another full year, now on docket for 2016
The FCC is delaying an incentive auction for TV broadcasters to sell airwaves to mobile carriers a full year, from its original date of 2015 to 2016. The delay is reportedly due to legal concerns broadcasters have over the auction.
Email scammers tap Ebola crisis for malicious intentions
Email scammers have begun using the Ebola crisis to tempt PC users into downloading malicious software that can track users' keystrokes and steal passwords and other information. The email features a Trojan aimed at grabbing passwords and files.
FTC shutters NY computer tech support scam operation
The FTC has issued a preliminary injunction against a company called Pairsys, which allegedly has been contacting computer users and offering bogus tech support while charging hundreds of dollars. Pairsys also allegedly charged consumers for software that is available for free.
Apple Pay vs. Google Wallet: Which is the better mobile payment system?
Apple has launched Apple Pay, but the company is not the only one to offer a mobile payment system. Google released Google Wallet way back in 2011 and while well ahead of Apple it's been met with little success.
