Articles by Dianne Depra
Jaguar unveils 2015 F-Type Project 7 for U.S. market
The F-TYPE Project 7 is entering the U.S. market. For a base price of $165,000, the U.S. market will get a taste of the fastest, most powerful production Jaguar yet.
Hackers attack grocery stores, credit card data compromised. What you need to know
SuperValu and Albertsons have been compromised. More than 180 stores affected by latest security breach, with hackers going after grocery chains to mine credit card information.
IBM Simon, the grandfather of smartphones, turns 20
The world’s first smartphone, Simon, turns 20 on Aug. 16, shows IBM got most of the basics right by combining PDAs and mobile phones in 1994.
Elon Musk announces Tesla Model S infinite model year warranty
Tesla Model S owners received good news to welcome the weekend as Elon Musk announced a new warranty program that extends coverage at no extra cost.
The Internet nearly DIED on Tuesday because of 512K: What the !?!@#%$ is that?
The Internet is vast, but it is not without its limits. It reached just that on Tuesday, slowing down connection speeds and cutting off access entirely for some.
Runaway teen calls Wal-Mart in Texas home for two days
Wal-Mart is home to many things. That apparently includes a 14-year-old boy who ate, slept and played with a fish for two days before being caught.
Ford recalls 83,250 Edge, Taurus, Flex and Lincoln vehicles over power loss problem
Ford joins the fray and recalls more than 83,000 vehicles for halfshaft problems leading to loss of power. Edge, Taurus, Flex, Lincoln owners to be notified soon.
Apple cares about workers health safety, bans benzene and n-hexane in final assembly process
Benzene and n-hexane are banned from assembly factories, somewhat improving working conditions for thousands in Apple’s facilities. Will other companies follow suit?
Apple shareholder sues estate of Steve Jobs for hiring agreements with rivals
Apple is no stranger to lawsuits. A shareholder is suing Steve Jobs for violating the law which led to other lawsuits costing the company money.
Samsung makes smart move by snapping up SmartThings for $200 million
Samsung and SmartThings together? It can only mean the beginning of better things for consumers looking to take full advantage of smart home solutions.
Sam Lessin leaves Facebook for kite-surfing, skiing, and 'possibly some trouble making'
Facebook vice president of product development Samuel Lessin is leaving the company. Staying on until Aug. 29, he admits to “mixed emotions” about the move.
Humin is a smart app that will change how you organize phone contacts
Freshly available in the Apple App Store, Humin is a smart contact app that changes how people organize their contact lists, lets users see the people in their lives in context.
AT&T offers $200 off on iPad for purchase of iPhone 5S, 5C. What's the catch?
AT&T gears up for the release of new iPhone 6 and iPad models, offers $200 discount on iPads when customers buy an iPhone 5s or 5c.
China anti-monopoly body fires economist due to Qualcomm ties
Chinese regulators target Qualcomm in anti-monopoly investigation, fire economist from advising panel after being revealed to have helped the company defend itself. Economist tells a different story, however.
OnePlus faces public ire, must think of marketing push minus 'Ladies First' contest
It was a simple contest with a simple set of rules. Unfortunately, “Ladies First” was not a hit with the ladies. Or the rest of the internet for that matter.
Apple ups homepage tribute for Robin Williams
Father. Friend. Actor. Mentor. There are many words to describe Robin Williams and Apple had a few to share about the man on a tribute page.
Elmo, Spider-Man, Hello Kitty in Times Square insist tipping optional
Elmo’s not tickling anyone at the NYPD as the police department enforces a “Tipping is Optional” campaign against the costumed characters of Times Square.
Microsoft rolls out new Surface Pro 3 ads, aims to knockout MacBook Air
Apple takes a hit from Microsoft as three ads for the Surface Pro 3 roll out. The ads highlight what the MacBook Air can’t do.
Apple patent hints of Siri jumping to Mac
Apple files a patent application and it looks like Siri is coming to Mac. A slew of features are to be expected, all made possible by better hardware and software in Macs.
Xiaomi makes MIUI Cloud Messaging option following security concerns
Users raise concern over reports of unauthorized data collection by the MIUI Cloud Messaging service. Xiaomi counters with explanation and apology, makes the service optional instead.
Apple University: Where employees learn the art of simplicity
Before Apple can sell itself to the world, it sells itself to its employees. In the Apple University, employees learn everything about the company, from history and design philosophies to essentially what makes Apple, Apple.
BuzzFeed plans expansion with $50 million-investment from Andreessen Horowitz
Like those listicles? BuzzFeed will be churning out more of those and beyond, thanks to a little bit of help from Andreessen Horowitz--the $50-million kind of help.
Part of brain responsible for spatial attention stays young through old age
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have revealed that one part of the brain at least doesn’t seem to be affected by ageing, doesn’t become less functional as people grow old.
Japan, U.S. partner to develop fuel-celled, unmanned patrol submarine
Japan and U.S. working together on a submarine? Sounds promising. It’s called an “unmanned underwater vehicle” and has been reported to cost $25 million.
Got problems? John McAfee created BrownList for you
John McAfee is back in business. This time, he’s going to help you make your problems go away with The Brown List, a way to vent while proactively solving your woes.
Apple cannot use autocomplete patent claim against Samsung, says USPTO
Your move, Apple. In the latest in the series of lawsuits the company has launched against Samsung, the latter finds a ray of hope in a USPTO decision invalidating a patent claim.
GM announces more recalls, cover 312,000 vehicles
The rate at which car manufacturers are announcing recalls just this year is troubling. General Motors adds to the list with six recalls affecting more than 312,000 vehicles.
iPhone 6 leaked images show protruding camera, embedded Apple logo
Ahead of Apple’s launch this month, photos of components for the iPhone 6 are leaked, giving a glimpse at what the new iPhone could possibly look like.
Credit scores going up: What you need to know about new FICO system
A new FICO scoring system is rolling out and it aims to improve credit scores by essentially being more understanding. Responsible borrowers will definitely benefit.
T-Mobile rolls out SIM unlock app but not for everyone yet
Whether you’re just going on vacation in a different country or you simply want to make the switch, T-Mobile makes sim unlocking easy for subscribers by releasing Device Unlock.
