Articles by John Diente
Elon Musk Teases When Tesla Might Unwrap Model Y SUV
A new tweet from Elon Musk hinted a date for the official reveal of the Tesla Model Y. Industry analysts scrutinized all available information and agreed that the schedule seems to check out properly.
Amazon Explains How Alexa Eavesdropped On A Couple's Conversatiion And Shared It To A Random Contact
An Amazon Echo Dot owner complained that Alexa secretly recorded her private conversation and forwarded it to someone on the contact list. The company suspects the unit might have been hacked and will work on a fix to prevent the same issue in the future.
MIT Scientists Build VR Training Grounds For AI Drones
A team of scientists from MIT created a new VR training area for its AI drones. The new system relies on virtual reality to configure the autonomous machine to fly around obstacles, both static and moving.
Crusaders Kings The Board Game Funded On Kickstarter: Here's What To Expect
Paradox Interactive confirmed that 'Crusader Kings' will get a tabletop version. The crowdfunding campaign is available on Kickstarter with an estimated delivery date set in November 2018.
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Wedding: That Silver Blue Jaguar E-Type Is Stunning
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stunned onlookers with their vehicle of choice for the evening reception. The royal couple drove a silver blue Jaguar E-Type that is significantly different from the regular model.
More Parents Use Marijuana, Expose Children To Secondhand Smoke: Study
Recent studies revealed an increase in marijuana use among parents as states fight for its legalization. This means that more children are exposed to secondhand smoke, but studies are still in their early stages to determine its long-term effects.
DirecTV Now Is Getting Beefier With Cloud DVR And New UI
A new announcement made by AT&T confirmed the arrival of its promised Cloud DVR service for DirecTV. The new update will allow users to record up to 20 hours of content and access them remotely with its new UI on iOS and tvOS.
Amazon Prime Perks: Subscribers Get 10 Percent Discount On Sale Items At Whole Foods
A new perk from Amazon Prime is extended for shoppers at Whole Foods Market. Members can apparently avail an additional 10 percent discount on items that are on sale on a weekly basis.
Fortnite Gaming Tips: Where Can You Find Rubber Duckies?
Now that Fortnite season 4 was officially launched, a new list of weekly challenges is up for grabs. There are 10 rubber duckies scattered around the map, and this guide will show players where to find them.
Rumor: 'iPhone X 2' Might Be $100 Cheaper
A rumor sourced from the iPhone X 2 supply chain insiders has it that a price drop might be on the way. A recent letter from Ralph Nader likewise suggested to Apple to lower the price of its next flagship phone by at least $100.
AI-Powered Google News App Replaces Google Play Newsstand In The App Store: What iOS Users Can Expect
Google launched its News app on the iOS app store to replace the older Play Newsstand app. The updated program divides relevant news into sections that will hopefully make it easy for readers to choose the news that matters
Snapchat Six-Second Ads Are Here, And You Can't Skip Them
The new type of advertisements that the company hinted about last month is now live on Snapchat. Unlike its predecessors, users can't skip the six-second ads.
The Aston Martin DB11 AMR Is A Stunner With A Top Speed Of 208 MPH
Aston Martin unveiled the DB11 AMR as its latest performance flagship grand tourer. The latest model flaunts an upgraded twin-turbo V12 that pushes it to a top speed of 208 mph.
Say Hello To Google One: How Does It Compare To iCloud, Amazon, Dropbox, And More
Analysts compared the new Google One service to its competitors to determine which one offers the best value. According to the details, Amazon Drive comes out on top for the storage size it provides.
Lenovo Teaser Hints At Upcoming All-Screen Smartphone Without A Notch
An image shared by Lenovo's VP on Weibo shows an all-screen smartphone minus a notch. The Z5 appears to be the first mobile phone that will be truly bezel-less.
Android P Features We Love: Gesture Navigation, Adaptive Battery And More
A preview of Google's Android P OS was demonstrated during the 2018 I/O keynote earlier this week. The smartphone has new features that give users more options and control over the device.
'Bloodstained: Curse Of The Moon' 8-Bit Rolls Out This Month
During BitSummit 2018, Inti Creates announced the upcoming release of 'Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon' for several platforms. The 8-bit retro-style game is apparently an added bonus since the developer met its Kickstarter stretch goals.
Google Duplex And Ethics: Why Experts Are Worried Of 'Botifying' Humans
Technology experts applauded the potential of Google Duplex when it debuted earlier this week. However, concerns about ethics have materialized after the demonstration failed to include a disclosure that informs the caller that they are talking to an AI.
You Can Buy Boston Dynamics' SpotMini Robot Dog In 2019
Boston Dynamics confirmed that consumers will be able to purchase the SpotMini next year. The company recently demonstrated the smaller robot dog during TechCrunch's 2018 Robotics conference.
Scientists Create Invisibility Cloak, Sort Of
Penn State researchers showcased a new metamaterial design that supposedly deflects sound waves. The discovery could potentially hide objects from sonar detection just like an invisibility cloak.
Chicago Man Re-Routed UPS Corporate Mails To His Apartment: How Did He Do It?
A Chicago man faces criminal charges after investigators recovered thousands of re-routed corporate mail in his apartment. He reportedly submitted a change of address request to update the corporate address of the corporate headquarters of UPS.
Elon Musk's First Loop Underground Tunnel In LA Almost Ready
The Boring Company confirmed that its 'Loop' tunnel under LA is close to completion. Reports claim Elon Musk's project will offer free rides during its testing period once everything is in place.
Verizon's New Carrier Visible Offers $40 Per Month Service: What You Need To Know
Visible, a recently launched wireless network operator, offers a $40 monthly service with attractive perks. Subscribers can enjoy unlimited data, minutes, and messaging services each month minus the contract.
White Yale Student Reports Black Student Napping In Dorm's Common Room To Police
Yale University police responded to a call from a white graduate student that was reportedly related to racism, The black graduate student fell asleep inside the common room of the dorm, which prompted the former to contact the campus authorities.
If Illinois Legalizes Marijuana, Police Threaten To Euthanize Hundreds Of Drug-Sniffing Dogs
Illinois law enforcement officials warned that drug-sniffing dogs might be put to sleep if the state finally legalizes recreational marijuana. Advocates claim that it is unnecessary and uncalled for.
Scientists Not Sure Why Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Erupted And When It Will Stop
Experts' continued efforts to study the recent eruption of Kilauea volcano in Hawaii's Big Island suggest more eruptions are on the way. Fissures release toxic gases, which keep residents away from their homes.
E. Coli Bacteria Infection: Symptoms, Treatment, And Prevention
After a string of infections was confirmed in the United States, the CDC sent a warning of the risks of E. coli from romaine lettuce. Reports share more information about the bacteria to raise awareness on the outbreak.
Police Violence Among Top Public Health Issues, Says Study
A study published on the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health website wants to label police violence as a top public health issue. The researchers apparently want the government to improve action in its prevention.
Google Duplex Will Make Your Jaw Drop (It Might Also Steal Jobs From Humans In The Future)
Google I/O 2018 just revealed the upgrades in store for its virtual assistant service. Google Duplex is the highlight of the keynote that demonstrated how far the company has advanced its voice-based AI to make calls like a human.
Did Dish Telemarketers Call You? You Might Be Owed Up To $1,200
A lawsuit against Dish Network confirmed that eligible individuals can collect $1,200 per call compensation. This is part of the $61 million awarded to people who were on the Do Not Call Registry but still contacted by the company's telemarketers.
