Articles by James Geddes
Stagefright 2.0: Second Wave Of Android Security Flaws, Is Your Samsung, Nexus, LG, HTC Or Sony Phone Vulnerable?
A new Android phone exploit, dubbed Stagefright 2.0, has been discovered. Smartphone manufacturers such as Samsung, Google, LG, HTC, Huawei and Sony are all working on patches for their affected devices.
Is New York's New Jackpocket Powerball Lottery App Legal?
A new app recently debuted that allows New Yorkers to purchase lottery tickets from the comfort of their smartphones. The legality of the app, however, is being questioned by New York lawmakers.
Samsung Galaxy View 18.4-inch Surface And iPad Pro Rival Gets RRA Certification, Release Imminent?
If the current crop of tablets on the market are just too small for your liking, Samsung has a jumbo 18.4-inch tablet on the way. The Galaxy View just received RRA certification, indicating it could go on sale in the near future.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Factory Unlocked Smartphone On Sale For $429.99
You can now get a great deal on the factory unlocked Samsung Galaxy S6. The smartphone is priced at $429.99, which is a great savings compared with Amazon's current price for the same handset of $534.60
Galaxy S7 With Android 6.0 Marshmallow Rumored Release Date February 2016
A South Korean analyst has reported that Samsung will release the Galaxy S7 in February 2016. The device is expected to run Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box.
Shark Tank's Former Software Titan Kevin O'Leary Is Now Betting On Women
'Shark Tank' star Kevin O'Leary made his fortune investing in technology companies. This year, however, the multimillionaire is looking to invest in companies run by women, which for him have been his most successful investments.
Spotify Projects Nearly 100 Million Users By Year's End
Spotify executives have predicted that the streaming service will boast nearly 100 million users by the end of 2015. Most of those users are expected to use the free, ad-supported tier of the service.
IT Specialist Suspended For Answering Help Desk Calls In Robot Voice
A New York City IT employee could find himself out of a job soon if he doesn’t stop answering calls in a robot voice. The man argues that he is trying to sound more understandable, but his supervisors and an administrative law judge disagree.
HTC Announces Oct. 20 HTC One A9 Press Event As New Images Leak
HTC has just announced it will be holding a press event on Oct. 20. The company is expected to launch a new smartphone with Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and new images of that device have leaked.
LG G4 Pro Specs Confirmed On GFXBench Ahead Of LG's October Event
LG is set to launch two new phablets in the very near future. The LG G4 Pro just made an appearance on GFXBench, confirming the handset's specs.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge: Factory Unlocked, 32 GB, Three Color Options, On Sale For $499.99
There's a great deal on the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge and it's the lowest price we've seen. The 32 GB smartphone is on sale for $499.99 for a limited time.
'TomorrowWorld 2015 Sucks' Facebook Page Details EDM Festival Disaster Stories
The TomorrowWorld 2015 EDM festival near Atlanta turned into a disaster this past weekend, due to rainstorms and poor organization. Angry attendees have started a special Facebook page to communicate and vent.
LG Styler Is A High-Tech In-Home Dry Cleaner Alternative
A new in-home high tech clothes steamer has been unveiled by LG. The device provides a dry cleaning alternative, allowing users to fully clean or quickly refresh their garments as well as add scents, all with a dedicated smartphone app.
How To Cancel Apple Music Subscription On iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Before Automatically Getting Charged
If you signed up for the free three-month trial for Apple Music when it launched in June, you'll need to decide if you want to keep the service. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to cancel your Apple Music subscription and avoid being charged.
Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Press Images Leak Ahead Of Launch And Confirm Some Details
New images of Microsoft's upcoming flagship Lumia 950 XL have leaked. The images show the device will be offered in black and white options and other details.
Kate Hudson Clothing Website Investigated For Allegedly Tricking Customers Into Subscriptions
Consumers are complaining that Kate Hudson’s online clothing company Fabletics is tricking them into unwanted subscriptions. The California DA’s office is now investigating.
Universal Music Cheated Lady Gaga Out Of Spotify Streaming Royalties, Says Her Ex-Manager
Lady Gaga’s ex-manager, Troy Carter, is claiming that the pop star was cheated out of royalties from streaming services, including Spotify. Carter says the underpayment is systemic within the music industry.
Taylor Swift Employs Dedicated Team To Remove All Periscope Videos From Net
Taylor Swift’s team has been sending notices to video streaming service Periscope demanding that videos of her concerts be removed. The concert clips are usually posted by fans and are already set to disappear after 24 hours.
Artist Sues To Have Music Removed From Spotify And Wins
A recording artist in Sweden sued his record label and forced the takedown of his music from Spotify. The move reflects growing displeasure with the streaming service on the part of artists who claim they are not being properly compensated.
Amazon Leaks LG Nexus 5X Details Ahead Of Google's Official Launch
Google is expected to officially announce the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P on September 29. Amazon accidentally listed the Nexus 5X on its online store, confirming the LG-built device's specs.
LG V10 Smartphone With Secondary 'Ticker' Display Image Leaks Ahead Of October Event (Video)
LG's upcoming smartphone with a secondary display is expected to be announced on Oct. 1. An image of the phone has leaked, and LG has released a teaser video for the device.
Oregon Couple Receives Verizon Wireless Bill For Over 2 Million Dollars
A man and his girlfriend in Oregon received a Verizon Wireless bill for over $2 million. The man only had an account with the company for a single month.
Man Uses Mobile Phone To Call 911 From Car To Get Out Of Speeding Ticket
A Florida man who was pulled over for speeding used his cell phone to call 911 and report a fake crime nearby. Now, instead of a traffic ticket, the man faces felony jail time.
SoundCloud Deal With Universal Reportedly Stalled
SoundCloud’s pending licensing deal with Universal Music Group has apparently stalled. Litigation filed against SoundCloud by the UK Performing Rights Society has apparently put the deal on hold.
Selfie Taken By Monkey Is Subject Of PETA Copyright Suit
PETA has initiated a copyright suit on behalf of a monkey. The monkey, Naruto, took a selfie that went viral, and PETA now argues he holds the rights.
Almost 80 Percent Of Americans Unlikely To Pay For Streaming Music Service
According to a new report, nearly 80 percent of Americans are unlikely to pay for a streaming music service. Cost is the biggest factor in turning off consumers.
Samsung Serif TV Is Designed To Look Like Furniture (Video)
Samsung has introduced a new TV set designed to look like furniture. The set was created by two Parisian home designers, who also reworked Samsung’s TV user interface for the project.
Google Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P Retail Packaging Confirm Official Names Ahead Of Launch
Google is set to unveil its latest Nexus smartphones at a press event on Sept. 29. Images of the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P retail packaging have leaked, confirming both device's names.
iPhone And Other Electronics Thefts Top NYC Subway Crime
Electronics theft is now the top subway crime in NYC. Theft of electronic devices on the system has increased to over five times what it was in 2009.
iPhone 6s And iPhone 6s Plus Preorders At Best Buy Show Most Popular Models
New preorder figures show which new iPhone models are selling fastest at Best Buy. The rose gold iPhone 6s is the most popular so far.
