Articles by Eric Brackett
Deutsche Bank Warns iPhone 8 Sales May Fall Well Short Of Expectations
Sales of Apple's iPhone 8 might fall short of expectations. A new report by Deutsche Bank suggests that Apple's investors might be setting their sights too high.
This Spider Looks Like Something Out Of Our Nightmares And It Pumps Blood Via Its Guts
Sea spiders are strange creatures, but the way they circulate blood is even stranger. It turns out that they do so via guts in their legs.
Microsoft Ends Support For Windows Phone 8.1: What Is The Future Of the Mobile OS?
Microsoft is ending support for the mobile edition of Windows 8.1, but is this the end for a mobile Windows OS? We don't think so and here's why.
Study Shows That Tomatoes Can Turn Herbivores Into Cannibals
A new study has found that tomatoes and other plants can induce cannibalism in insects. When the food is bad enough, some creatures, such as caterpillars, will eat their own.
NASA's Juno Probe Will Get Its First Look At Jupiter's Planet-Sized Storm
We know very little about Jupiter's planet-sized storm, but that may change soon. NASA's Juno probe will get its first look at Jupiter's Great Red Spot
New Windows Insider Build Includes Edge Improvements, Notifications, A Fix To DPI Issues, And More
Microsoft is preparing a new build of Windows Insider that will have several new features. Chief among them is the fix for high DPI displays and improvements to the Edge browser.
CopyCat Malware Spread to 14 Million Android Devices Last Year
The CopyCat malware turned out to be very effective. Overall, the malware infected more than 14 million devices and earned the creators more than a million dollars.
Samsung On Track To Replace Apple As Most Profitable Tech Company, Thanks To Strong Sales Of The S8
It looks like 2017 is a good year for Samsung. The company is on track to topple Apple as the world's most profitable tech company.
Tesla Model S Receives Score From IIHS And The Company Doesn't Take It Well
The Tesla Model S has been scored by the IIHS and the company is not pleased with the results. The Model S fell short of the earning the industry's highest safety award thanks to the performance in a key test.
Sony Adds Twenty PlayStation 4 Games To Its Netflix-Style PlayStation Now Service
PlayStation Now, Sony's video game streaming service, has hit a new milestone. It has been announced that 20 PlayStation 4 games are now available for streaming on PC and PS4.
Microsoft Confirms Rumors Of Layoffs As It Prepares To Cut As Many As 3,000 Jobs
Microsoft has confirmed that it will begin layoffs as it shifts focus toward its cloud division. It is estimated that as many as 3,000 jobs could be lost due to this shift.
Pokémon Go Turns One Year Old Today: Here's What Niantic Has Planned For The Next Year
'Pokémon Go' is officially one year old, but the Niantic still has plenty planned for the future. In the game's second year, we hope to see trading and Pokémon battles.
Google's European Problem Is Just Getting Started As The EU Contemplates Another Fine
Google's' troubles in Europe are just getting started. It's been reported that the EU may be about to hand down another massive fine.
Windows Timeline Will Not Be Arriving With Fall Creators Update
One of Windows 10's biggest upcoming features has been delayed. Microsoft has confirmed that Timeline will not make it until the Fall Creators Update.
Industry Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo Unveils Big Predictions About The Upcoming iPhone 8 And Revamped iPhone 7
The iPhone 8 is shaping up to be one of the biggest tech events of the year, but we still don't know much about it. A new analysis by Street Insider has made some major predictions.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Review Roundup: Does It Deliver?
After more than 20 years, 'Crash Bandicoot' has returned, but is the series any good? Read on, in our review round-up.
Asian Space Race Heats Up As Japan Unveils Plan To Put A Man On The Moon
The Asian space race is heating up as Japan has announced its plans to put a man on the moon. It's only the latest move in a new 21st-century space race.
OnePlus's Response To The One Plus 5's Jelly Screen Highlights The Company's Poor Record On Customer Service
The OnePlus 5 is a great phone with one major issue that OnePlus is ignoring. Unfortunately, OnePlus's record on customer service doesn't inspire much confidence.
Attention, Amazon Prime Members: Prime Day Is July 11 And Will Offer New Deals Every 5 Minutes
Amazon has announced the start date for its third annual Prime Day. This year, the retail giant will offer Prime members more deals than ever.
Which U.S. States Will Be Most Affected By Climate Change?
How hard will your state be hit by climate change? A new study argues that those in the South will have things much harder than their northern counterparts.
Larsen C Ice Shelf Break Could Occur Within "Hours, Days, or Weeks"
The Larsen C ice shelf is closer than ever to splintering. When it does, it could form one of the largest icebergs ever.
PlayStation Plus: Free Games For July Include 'Game Of Thrones'
Sony has announced the lineup of July's free PlayStation Plus games. Let's take a look at what Sony has to offer in terms of free games and features.
The Ticking Clock Of Climate Change: How Long Do We Have To Address The Issue?
Climate change is a serious problem that threatens everyone, and time may be running out. A new article argues that we have about three years before we are forced to take drastic measures.
Facebook Explains How It Defines Hate Speech And Why So Much Is Able To Slip Through The Cracks
Facebook has released a post explaining its policy on hate speech including how so much goes unnoticed. How does Facebook hope to improve in the future?
The 'Petya' Ransomware: What We Know And How To Protect Your PC
Only weeks following WannaCry, a new form of malware is wreaking havoc. Here's what we know about the Petya malware and how to stop it.
Uber Is Now Allowing You To Request A Ride For Other People
Uber has unveiled a new feature that will allow users to request rides for people in their contacts list. This has benefits for everyone, but Uber's main focus is seniors.
Facebook Hits Two Billion Monthly Users
Facebook has announced a new milestone with two billion monthly users. This makes Facebook the largest of all social networking sites.
A Major Ransomware Attack Has Crippled Businesses And Airlines Throughout Europe And The United States
Starting in Ukraine, a new ransomware has spread across Europe and even affected computers in the United States. Here's what we know about the latest cyber attack.
Not Just For Gaming: AR Measure Highlights The Practical Benefits Of Apple's Augmented Reality
Augmented reality has made waves in the gaming scene, but the real benefits may be more practical. AR Measure is a natural extension of Apple's philosophy toward simplifying people's lives.
Google's Parent, Alphabet, Announces Deal With Avis To Manage Self-Driving Cars
Google's parent company, Alphabet, has announced a deal with Avis to manage its line of self-driving cars. Such a partnership will allow Alphabet to expand its hold in the industry.
