Articles by Dave Calpito
‘Doom’ Gets Xbox One Backward Compatibility, But Not For Everyone
A rumor has been spreading over the Internet, saying the original 'Doom' will be backwards compatible with the Xbox One in the near future. A user on Reddit has leaked the news that he successfully installed 'Doom' onto his Xbox One console.
Windows 10 Build 10565 Lets You Send Texts With Cortana
A video posted on YouTube has shown off that Windows 10 Build 10565 allows users to send out SMS messages using Cortana. Build 10565 also comes with other new communication features.
Facebook App For iOS Draining Battery Because It Tracks Users’ Every Move, Says Security Researcher
A researcher revealed that the Facebook app for iOS is causing the iPhone battery to drain as it is tracking the location of the users. In response, Facebook said it is presently investigating reports of excessive battery drain brought about by the iOS app.
Google Records And Keeps All Your Voice Searches: Here’s How To Delete Them
Google has been (quietly) recording its users' voice searches and keeps a log of them. What's good is it allows users to listen back as well as delete them.
Facebook Will Now Notify You If It Thinks Your Account Is Being Hacked By The NSA
Facebook has announced it will send a notification to users if it believes that suspected attackers working in behalf of a nation-state have compromised their accounts. The company believes these attacks are more dangerous and advanced than others.
Is Samsung Buying Tidal? Jay-Z Spotted In Samsung Headquarters To Meet Milk Music Chief
Rap legend and music entrepreneur Jay-Z was reportedly spotted in Samsung headquarters. Is the tech giant buying Jay Z's Tidal music streaming service?
Dow Jones Hacked For Trading Tips: All Signs Point To Russian Hackers As Culprit
A group of Russian hackers has reportedly infiltrated servers of Dow Jones for trading tips. However, Dow Jones has been quick to falsify the reported hacking.
Trouble In Redmond? Microsoft Recalls Lumia 950 XL Demo Units Ahead Of Launch
Microsoft has recalled Lumia 950 XL prototype units prior to the launching date. Microsoft has admitted the recall and clarified its reason for pulling out the demo units.
Leaked Military Documents Show Drone Strikes Kill More Than They Were Intended To
An investigation carried out by The Intercept has exposed U.S. drone program flaws. The report reveals US drone strikes killed more than they were intended to.
BlackBerry Priv Official Introductory Video Shows Off SmartSlide Keyboard In Action
The official BlackBerry Priv video has been released over YouTube. The video shows off two of the smartphone's bestselling points: the Android OS and the slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
Microsoft To Hold Device Night In US Cities To Let You Take Surface Book, Surface Pro 4, New Lumias Out For A Spin
Microsoft has announced it will be holding its Device Night 2015 to various cities in the U.S. and Canada. It wants its retail pros and aficionados to be up close and personal with its new products.
Pangu Team Updates iOS 9 Jailbreak Tool To Add Bug Fixes
Pangu Team has updated its iOS 9 Jailbreak tool, bringing with it bug fixes. Pangu 9 1.0.1 is aimed at those individuals who faced issues jailbreaking their iDevices on iOS 9 through iOS 9.0.2
Apple Brings 3D Touch And Split View To Pages, Numbers And Keynote, Takes iWork For iCloud Out Of Beta
Apple has released updates for Pages, Numbers and Keynote on iOS and OS X El Capitan. Apple has likewise taken iWork for iCloud out of beta.
'Minecraft: Story Mode' Episode One Now Available From The App Store And Play Store
'Minecraft: Story Mode Episode One' has finally made its way to the App Store and Play Store. The first episode of the point-and-click adventure series is billed 'The Order of the Stone.'
YouTube Gaming Major Update Brings Live Recording, Screencasting, Watch Later And More
YouTube Gaming has finally received its first ever major update. This update brings live recording and screencasting, Watch Later and more.
Square Files For IPO: Can Jack Dorsey Manage Two Public Companies At Once?
Square Inc. has officially filed for an IPO. Is Dorsey's divided attention a risk for the two companies, Square and Twitter, he is now running?
US Navy To Go Old School, Sail By The Stars Amidst Threats Of Cyberattack
After almost two decades, the US Navy has reinstated celestial navigation lessons to the Naval Academy this year. The move came after the increasing threat of cyber attacks.
All-New BMW M2 Goes From 0 To 62 MPH In 4.3 Seconds With 370 Horsepower
BMW has finally taken the wraps off its all-new BMW M2. The 2016 BMW M2 touts a 370 horsepower, a torque of 465 Nm / 343 lb-ft and more impressive features which will surely impress enthusiasts.
Google Removes Chrome Notification Center For Windows And Mac Because You Don’t Use It
Google has wiped out the notification center for Windows, Mac and Linux on Chrome's upcoming version. Google claims it wishes to provide Chrome users an efficient desktop experience.
Volkswagen Admits New Cheating Software That Helps It Cheat In Emissions Tests More
Volkswagen has disclosed to U.S. regulators that its 2016 diesel cars are fitted with an extra suspect software. This so-called auxiliary emissions control device may enhance emissions results during government tests.
JetBlue Promises In-Flight Wi-Fi With 20Mbps Connection Per Device For All Flights In 2016
JetBlue has advanced its effort in a bid to provide free Wi-Fi service on its every flight by fall of 2016. Soon, its passengers will be treated with free, fast Internet and entertainment.
Self-Charging Smartphones Could Be The Future Of Handsets, And Motorola Could Lead The Way
Rumors have surfaced indicating Motorola might be teaming up with Energous to bring a self-charging smartphone in the near future. Energous recently announced the issuance of six utility and design patents for its over-the-air charging solution, WattUp.
Toshiba Unveils 12-Inch DynaPad With Wacom Active ElectroStatics TruPen To Rival Microsoft Surface
Toshiba unveiled its new dynaPad, a lighter and thinner rival to Microsoft's Surface Pro 4. This Windows 10 hybrid is slated to land in the United States and Europe next year.
'Destiny' Patch 2.0.1 Is Here: Microtransactions, Nerfed Shotguns And More
'Destiny' patch 2.0.1 has been rolled out. The update comes with it quite a few changes, including microtransactions, nerfed shotguns and a lot more.
Pangu Team Releases iOS 9 Jailbreak For The iPhone, iPad And iPod Touch
The Pangu Team has finally released the much-anticipated iOS 9 jailbreak For the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The Pangu tool works for iOS 9.0 to iOS 9.0.2.
Twitter Takes Down Deadspin, SB Nation Accounts After NFL And UFC Copyright Complaints
Twitter has suspended Deadspin and SB Nation accounts. The two accounts were taken down after copyright complaints from the NFL and UFC.
Google Cardboard Now Available In 100 Countries And 39 Languages As Street View Goes VR
Google released its enhanced Cardboard virtual reality headset in 100 countries and 39 languages. It also announced users can now use the Cardboard to access Google's Street View.
Google Releases Hangouts 5.0 APK Download: Here Are The Features And Fixes To Expect
Hangouts 5.0 has finally arrived, squashing bugs and bringing minor enhancements. An APK download has surfaced to make it possible for users to sideload the newest update on their Android devices.
Facebook Digs Deeper Into E-Commerce With New Shopping Feed
Facebook announced its intention to test its Shopping section. The new feature allows users to shop for electronics, clothes and other products without leaving the confines of Facebook.
Thousands Of Netgear Routers Compromised By Hackers Exploiting Unpatched Security Hole: Is Your Router Affected?
A Netgear router security flaw permits hackers to redirect Web traffic to their servers. The flaw affects nine Netgear models.
