Articles by Dianne Depra
Apple iOS 8.1 beta includes settings for Apple Pay, references for iPad Touch ID
Aside from overall improvements to iOS 8, iOS 8.1 brings better support for Apple Pay, hints at Touch ID functionality for the next-gen iPad.
First 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat sells for $825,000 for charity
The first unit of the most powerful American production car was auctioned off Saturday for the benefit of charity. The proud owner of the Hellcat bid $825,000. Who is it?
Moto 360 firmware update boosts battery life
The best devices are rendered useless when they have paltry batteries. Moto 360’s latest firmware update includes a few tweaks, improving battery life for the smartwatch dramatically.
Apple HealthKit vs. Google Fit: Matter of features or brand loyalty?
Now, more than ever, your health is in your hands. Keep fit and healthy with apps developed with help from the Apple HealthKit and Google Fit platforms.
'The Crew' Closed Beta for game consoles starts Sept. 30
'The Crew' moves from Windows PC to Closed Beta for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One next. Players can sign up for invites from Ubisoft.
Lenovo to close $2.1 billion acquisition of IBM server business
Lenovo is keen on acquiring another business from IBM, this time eyeing the Big Blue's x86-based server unit. With conditions met, the acquisition should start closing soon.
Google hints what Android L will be called. Check out its birthday cake for clues
What a sweet treat! Google celebrates its 16th birthday with cake, doles out clues on Android L with said cake. Is this finally what Android L will be?
Oracle upgrades cloud platform, declares price war with Amazon
Cloud computing is an integral technology in many products and services used today. Oracle ramps up its offerings with an upgrade, promises to competitive pricing to benefit consumers.
LG tweets Bendgate joke... using an iPhone
It just did what every brand would do: poke fun at the competition. Unfortunately, the joke's on LG as it made a joke about Bendgate.
Steve Ballmer to Los Angeles Clippers: Dump your iPads (and embrace Microsoft Surface tablets)
Steve Ballmer promotes Microsoft Surface tablets like he hasn't left and bans iPads and iPhones from the Los Angeles Clippers. How will the NBA team take this?
How to revert to iOS 8 (or install iOS 8.0.2) if iOS 8.0.1 messed up your iPhone
Even the best have flaws. The iOS 8.0.1 update left iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus users with problems. Here's how you can fix them.
'Super Smash Bros. 3DS' review roundup
Two weeks after the Japanese release, 'Super Smash Bros. 3DS' verdicts are in. How well did the game do on its first venture into handheld territory?
Moto X, Moto Maker now available at Verizon Wireless
Didn't get a chance to pre-order? Don't fret. The Moto X is here. Verizon Wireless makes Motorola's new flagship available to welcome the weekend.
Instagram gives you 'selfielapse' as update enables front-facing camera for Hyperlapse
A time lapse of a selfie? Selfie addicts, rejoice! Now you can take your photos and create 'selfielapses' with the help of Hyperlapse's most recent update.
HTC plans to launch RECamera, an odd-looking GoPro rival
Is something remarkable really coming? Yes, according to HTC, as it gets ready to release the RE Camera, an action camera to rival GoPro.
'Forza Horizon 2' reviews are in. What gamers are saying
It's definitely expansive and it's definitely exciting. Critics drive around Southern Europe to weigh in on the 'Forza Horizon 2' ahead of the game's official release.
'Faces of Snapchat' sues messaging company: Turner sisters claim to be misled and unpaid
How do you repay a favor? Elizabeth and Sarah Turner, who once allegedly modeled for one of Evan Spiegel's projects, are now demanding what they are due three years later from Snapchat.
Text + Voice + Video = Talko. Will Ray Ozzie's new app help revolutionize how we communicate?
Ray Ozzie wants people to start talking more, so he developed Talko. The app facilitates one-on-one conversations as well as group collaborations.
Ford boosts workforce at Kansas plant by 1,200
This may be a year marred by recalls but Ford remains upbeat, seeks out 1,200 to boost production in its plant in Kansas City.
Scientists come up with shape-shifting, liquid metal. Terminator-style robots soon?
Shape-shifting metal is being developed to improve current applications for your benefit. No T-1000s to worry about just yet so you can breathe easy.
Critics pounce on President Obama for sloppy 'latte salute'
President Obama commits a blunder (now dubbed the 'latte salute') as he salutes back to Marine guards welcoming him. Should he have just not done it?
Fraudulent credit card transactions mushroom following Home Depot security breach
When Home Depot suffered a security breach, 56 million payment cards were compromised. Now effects of the breach are being felt as fraudulent transactions pile up across the U.S.
If Richard Branson is your boss, you can take unlimited vacation
Richard Branson is a pioneer. Will his adoption of the "unlimited vacation" policy catch on? Will time spent outside of the office really improve time spent inside?
'The Order: 1886' trailer showcases new game weaponry
'The Order: 1886' gears up for its release, revealing to players the kind of weaponry in store for them when the game comes out. Think Victorian-Era AK-47.
Rockefellers to divest $860 million charity fund from fossil fuel
What do you do when you’ve got millions of dollars at your disposal? Some good, decided the Rockefellers, as the family fund divests from investments in fossil fuels.
Google partners with HTC for Nexus 9 tablet
Google will be working again with HTC on a Nexus device, rekindling a partnership that started the smartphone and tablet line. Will this combo benefit the Nexus 9?
Workers at German Amazon logistics centers on strike
With nine logistics centers in the country, Amazon has a massive operation in Germany. Five of those went on strike though, clamoring for better working conditions.
Guinea villagers attack, kill eight Ebola health workers, journalists
Health workers themselves are at risk of contracting Ebola, the very thing they are fighting. With locals adding to the danger, how will efforts to fight the outbreak progress?
iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus: Which is selling better?
The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus finally hit stores on Sept. 19, and Apple enthusiasts are in a frenzy. Both are selling very well but who came out on top?
Banks, brands swarm Apple Pay like god of mobile payment. Why?
Apple offers Apple Pay on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, attracting support from banks and companies. Is it the future of mobile payments?
