Articles by James Geddes
Spotify And Other Streaming Service Curators Are Reportedly Taking 'Playola' Payments For Playlist Placement
A new report claims that placement on streaming service playlists is for sale. The term 'playola' has been coined for the practice, which resembles the radio payola scandals of last century.
Windows 10 Hello Facial Recognition Feature Can Distinguish Between Identical Twins
One of the lesser-known new features of Windows 10 is compatibility with facial recognition technology now available on many new devices. The technology replaces the old password system - but is it reliable?
Huawei Nexus Leaked Images Confirm Phablet's Key Specs: Snapdragon 810, 3 GB Of Ram And More
Google's upcoming Huawei Nexus phablet has been spotted in the wild. Leaked images confirm the flagship phablet's key specs.
Country Music Star Jason Aldean On Spotify: 'Artists Don't Make Crap'
Country music singer Jason Aldean has elaborated on his reasons for pulling his music from Spotify. He claims he is standing up for artists and writers who aren't being properly compensated.
Top 10 Artist Lists Show Audience Differences Between SoundCloud, Spotify And YouTube
A new comparison of top streamed artists on SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube shows how different the audience for each streaming service is. SoundCloud listeners veer toward underground beat-oriented music, while YouTube is the most mainstream and Spotify is in the middle.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Active With Rugged Waterproof Design And 4,100 mAh Battery Coming To AT&T In November?
Samsung will reportedly release the Galaxy Note 5 Active in November. The sporty phablet will reportedly be the first 'Active' variant in the popular Note series and exclusively be offered from AT&T.
LG Nexus 5 (2015) Render Compares Size With Samsung Galaxy Note 5, S6, iPhone 6 And More (Video)
A Google Nexus 5 (2015) concept video has been created using the latest leaked information. The video shows how the handset will compare in size with current flagship smartphones and tablets.
Samsung 'Tahoe' (SM-T670) Tablet Specs Leak: 18.4-inch Full HD Display, Octa-Core Exynos Processor And More Details
Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch a super-sized tablet. The slate will boast a large 18.4-inch display and be designed to use in schools, offices and living rooms.
Smartphone Deal: Unlocked 32 GB Samsung Galaxy S6 On Sale For Lowest and Best Price Yet: $469
A new deal brings Samsung's current flagship Galaxy S6 to consumers at a great price. The unlocked 32 GB Galaxy S6 is on sale for $469.99.
2-Year Contracts: Verizon Customers Can Still Get Them On Latest iPhones, Samsung Galaxy And Other Smartphones
Many Verizon customers panicked when the carrier recently announced that it is ending 2-year subsidized phone contracts. Existing customers, however, will still be offered contracts as long as they retain their current plans.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5, S6 Edge+: Pricing And Availability Details For Best Buy, Amazon, Target And Walmart
The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ were previously announced to be sold at Best Buy, Amazon, Target and Walmart stores. The devices are already available at some retail stores, while at others they are still not in stock - here’s a rundown.
Google Nexus 5 2015: Concept Video, Design, Specs And Release Details [Video]
A concept video for Google's upcoming Nexus 5 2015 has been posted on YouTube. The creator has used all of the latest leaked information regarding the smartphone to create the video.
EDM DJs Diplo And Skrillex: Music Technology Favors The Audience, Record Labels Are Shortsighted
Popular DJs Diplo and Skrillex sounded off on music-listening technology in a new interview. Both artists feel that labels are being shortsighted in limiting access to music by blocking content from sites such as SoundCloud.
iPad Pro/Plus Will Reportedly Include Force Touch Stylus, Release Date Later This Year
A new report suggests that the new iPad Pro/Plus jumbo tablet will come with an optional Bluetooth Force Touch stylus. The report also claims that production will begin shortly, with release of the device scheduled for later this year.
Android 6.0 Marshmallow: Samsung Confirms Which Galaxy Smartphones And Tablets Will Get Update And Features
Samsung has confirmed its plan to release an update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow for some of its current smartphones and tablets. The company has created an infographic detailing a number of new features users can expect.
Apple's Jimmy Iovine Blames 'Culturally Inept' Tech Geeks For Ruining Music Biz
Apple’s Jimmy Iovine has slammed Google, Spotify and Pandora for being 'culturally inept.' He says that employees of those companies learned music from playing video games and don’t understand its human component.
Half Of Apple Music Subscribers Have Already Stopped Listening
A new survey indicates that Apple Music subscribers are tuning out in droves. Almost half of those who signed up for the company’s three-month free trial of the service have already stopped listening.
HTC O2 'Hero' Smartphone: Snapdragon 820 Processor, Android 6.0 Marshmallow, 4 GB Of RAM And More Details
A new report claims to reveal details about HTC's upcoming flagship smartphone. The 'Hero' device will reportedly be called the HTC O2 and include high-end specs like a Snapdragon 820 processor, quad-HD display, 4 GB of RAM and more.
Video Streaming Is Killing Broadcast Ratings - The Network Solution? Air More Commercials
Netflix and other on-demand video outlets are hurting broadcast and cable TV ratings. To make up for the decline, networks may soon air more commercials than ever.
Spotify And Universal Moving Toward Agreement
Universal Music’s CEO made some new comments striking a more conciliatory tone toward free music streaming. The label and music-streaming service Spotify have been at odds regarding their licensing agreement renewal.
iOS 8.4.1 Problems: Battery Drain, Apple Music, Wi-Fi Issues, Bluetooth, Freezing, Other Bugs And Fixes
Apple recently released iOS 8.4.1, the latest software upgrade to its mobile OS. Some users who have upgraded are reporting problems, such as battery drain, Apple Music, Wi-Fi issues and freezing.
Tinder Goes On Twitter Rant Vs. Vanity Fair Article, Then Apologizes
Tinder went on a 31-tweet rant in response to a Vanity Fair Article critical of the dating app. The company has since apologized for overreacting.
Latest Windows 10 Problems And Bugs: Screen Flickering And Flashing, Touchpad Issues, Lags And Page Freezes
Users who have upgraded to Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 10, are continuing to experience various problems. Among the issues are screen flickering and flashing, touchpad trouble, lags and page freezes.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5, S6 Edge+: Price, Preorder And Release Details For Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, And T-Mobile
All four major U.S. carriers have officially announced launch details for the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+. Here's a complete rundown of price and release details for Samsung's latest phablets.
Free Windows 10 Upgrade Won’t Cost Microsoft
Microsoft is giving away Windows 10, its latest software upgrade. The free giveaway won’t cost Microsoft much in lost revenue, however.
Windows 10 User Data Sent To Microsoft Even When Privacy Protection Is On
A new report claims that Microsoft is collecting private user data, even when privacy settings are enabled. Microsoft has responded that the data is benign and only applies to search features and visuals.
Apple Will Not Release iPad Air 3 This Year, iPad mini 4 Upgrade Will Not Be Significant: Report
A new report claims that Apple will not be releasing the iPad Air 3 this year. The report also states that the iPad mini 4 will not be a significant upgrade from its predecessor.
New NYC News App Blockfeed Offers Location-Based Info
A new app called Blockfeed aggregates local news for New York City residents and visitors based on their current location. The app plans to expand to other dense urban areas soon.
SoundCloud Facing Legal Action From Labels Before Thanksgiving: Report
A new report claims that SoundCloud is facing imminent legal action from the major record labels. If licensing agreements are not signed, lawsuits could be filed before Thanksgiving.
Google, Twitter, Facebook, Yahoo and Tumblr Team Up To Protest SOPA Resurrection
A group of the world's biggest tech companies have united to fight a web-blocking injunction. Google, Twitter, Facebook, Yahoo and Tumblr filed a joint brief against an MPAA request that they say revives the provisions of SOPA.
