Articles by Derek Rota
Future Windows 10 Versions To Ship With Real Linux Kernel For WSL
The Microsoft-Linux relationship continues to move forward after Microsoft announced to release a Linux kernel built into an upcoming version of Windows 10. The new kernel will significantly improve the performance of the Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Fortnite Season 9 Starts May 9: Here's What To Expect
Epic Games just released its first teaser for the upcoming season of 'Fortnite'. Similar to previous seasons, Season 9 is expected to offer tons of surprises for new and old players alike.
90,000 Terrorist Videos Removed From YouTube, Google Reveals
In an attempt to track down extremist content on YouTube, Google checked a million videos with suspected terrorism content. Almost 10 percent of the uploaded videos violated their terrorism policy.
Pixel 3a XL Spotted At Best Buy In Ohio
Google's upcoming midrange phablet again appeared in the flesh days ahead of its supposed launch on May 7. A tipster spotted the Pixel 3a XL wrapped in its merchandise box in a Best Buy store.
Gaming Hardware Company Razer Is Finally Making A Toaster
Razer cofounder and CEO Min-Liang Tan has given in to fan requests to build the company's first ever non-gaming related device: a toaster. Tan announced on that the development for the Razer Toaster is currently under way.
Here's Why You Would Want To Use The Apple Card
Apple on Monday made its newest offering official in the market: its own credit card. Apple Card will enable consumers not just to make purchases using their mobile phones, but to let them use their devices like a credit card.
Microsoft's New Chromium-Based Edge Browser Leaked Online
Microsoft's newest version of Edge has been leaked online, allowing users to try the Chromium-based browser. While it functions like Chrome, the company made features parallel to other Windows 10 applications.
Walmart May Launch Its Own Cloud Gaming Service
Walmart will reportedly announce its very own cloud gaming service days after Google launched Stadia. Unnamed sources claim the company plans to make the platform official by the end of the year.
Nokia Phones In Europe Reportedly Send Data To China
A number of Nokia 7 Plus phones in Norway have reportedly sent private user data to a server in China. HMD Global said it already fixed the problem, but Finnish data protection ombudsman wants to know more.
Facebook Stored Up To 600 Million Passwords In Plain Text
Facebook reportedly left the passwords of millions of users viewable and searchable by thousands of its own employees. The passwords were not encrypted but instead written in plain text.
Square Hiring New Crypto Engineers Who Will Be Paid In Bitcoin
Square and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey tweeted Wednesday night that his company is looking for several crypto employees. He said the hired candidates will focus on a cryptocurrency ecosystem that is independent of its own objectives.
Firefox Can Now Block Autoplaying Videos And Sounds
Mozilla announced the launch of Firefox 66, the latest update for its browsing platform. The update will allow consumers to automatically disable autoplay videos that have sound.
Super Worm Moon: What Is It And What Time Should You Look Up To See It
A Super Worm Moon will take place on Wednesday, where the moon will be slightly bigger and brighter than ordinary nights. Skywatchers should check the skies right after local sunsets on Wednesday and Thursday.
What's In An iPhone? UK Scientists Throw Apple Smartphone Into A Blender To Find Out
Two researchers from the University of Plymouth placed a smartphone in a blender to find out its contents. Upon identifying the element composition, the research called for better recycling efforts from smartphone companies.
Taco Bell Hot Sauce Saves Florida Customer's Life
A Taco Bell customer walked out unharmed in a car accident after an SUV barrelled into the restaurant. He said he had left his place momentarily to get more hot sauce before the vehicle destroyed his table.
US To Build First Exascale Supercomputer Capable Of Completing 1 Quintillion Calculations Per Second
U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry announced on Monday the exascale computer project to be developed by Intel and Cray. The supercomputer is expected to launch in 2021 to help various industries in the country.
iPhone Stops Arrow, Saves Australian Man's Life
An iPhone saved the life of its owner after it stopped an arrow. Authorities arrested the assailant while the victim suffered minor injuries in his chin.
You Can Now Ask Alexa To Play Apple Music From Amazon Fire TV
After supporting Amazon Echo in December, Apple Music now begins streaming for the Fire TV. The move is in line with Apple's recent strategy to push its content to other platforms to gain a wider audience.
MIT, Harvard Scientists Create Origami-Inspired Robot Flytrap: Here's What It Can Do
Researchers from Harvard and MIT developed a robotic hand that can pick up a wide array of objects. Once it has overcome some limitations, the origami-shaped hand has the potential to be used in a variety of ways.
Drool, Mortal Gamers: Ninja Rakes In $1 Million For Streaming 'Apex Legends'
Tyler Blevins, otherwise known as 'Ninja,' reportedly raked in $1 million for promoting 'Apex Legends' on Feb. 5. Together with other top streamers, Ninja helped the game set record-breaking numbers in its first month.
Adobe Will Finally Retire Shockwave Player On April 9
After more than two decades of existence, Adobe Shockwave will finally take a bow on April 9. Adobe announced that it will discontinue supporting Shockwave for Windows while it will maintain support to enterprise users until 2020.
Latest Windows 10 Update Causes Lag In Games, Microsoft Advises Update Uninstall As Quick Fix
Microsoft recently announced that its latest Windows 10 update causes graphics and mouse performance issues in certain games. The company recommended users who are experiencing these issues to uninstall the update until it releases an official fix.
Apple Expected To Debut Streaming TV And Subscription News Services During March 25 Special Event
Apple is expected to release its long-rumored streaming service in a special event on March 25. In addition, the company may also launch a news subscription service in the same event.
Alien Life Possible In Planets Around Binary Stars In 'Goldilocks Zones'
New research claimed that planets which are part of a binary system might support life. The conditions near two orbiting stars can support the existence of water and might be suitable for complex molecules to jump-start life.
Blowing Up Large Earth-Killing Asteroids Not A Solution, Research Says
Recent findings showed destroying killer asteroids is a lot more difficult than previously thought. Scientists observed in a new asteroid collision model that even though a killer asteroid is bigger, it does not necessarily mean it is weaker.
Facebook Rules Glassdoor's List Of '2018 Best Places To Work'
Facebook was again included in Glassdoor's list of the 'best places to work' in 2018. The social media giant managed to nab the top spot across various industries beating the likes of Google, HubSpot, and LinkedIn.
Instagram Will Alert Users Of Possible Harmful Behavior To Animals Or The Environment
Instagram recently revised its set of community guidelines, adding a restriction for images that portray animal abuse, or the merchandise of endangered animals.
Here's How Facebook Plans To Develop Products For Your Kids
Facebook launched Messenger Kids in an attempt to provide kids with a fun and secure way to use Facebook. It teamed up with industry leaders to bring this child-friendly messenger app and help parents set their minds at ease.
Australia Looks Into Possible Media Disruption Of Facebook And Google
The Australian Federal Government ordered the ACCC to conduct a review about the role of social media giants to both media publishers and consumers.
The Winklevoss Twins Now Bitcoin Billionaires
The Winklevoss Twins, who became famous when they sued Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in 2004, are now officially Bitcoin billionaires as bitcoin trading surged over 10,000 percent during the final week of November.
