Articles by John Diente
OnePlus 6 Might Come In Black And White Color Options
A recent tweet revealed a new color for the OnePlus 6 before its official launch next week. The picture shows Pete Lau with what looks to be a Sandstone White color device that is similar to the OnePlus 5T version.
21 Reasons Why We Think Fitbit Versa Is Better Than Apple Watch As A Fitness Tracker-Smartwatch Hybrid
The Apple watch already established itself as a capable smartwatch. However, there are opinions that prefer to take the side of the Fitbit Versa as the better one with superior fitness-tracking capabilities.
MIT's New Self-Driving Car System Loves Off The Beaten Paths
Researchers from MIT showcased its self-driving car system called MapLite, which is designed a little different. Unlike most autonomous driving vehicles that can navigate through the city, the car can reportedly navigate off-road trails
Obamacare Calorie Count Requirements Take Effect: What To Expect
The calorie count mandate from Obamacare was approved and will take effect next week. Consumers can expect restaurants, supermarkets, theaters, and more to publish the nutrition information of products being offered.
Foldable Samsung Galaxy X Specs And Release Date Leak: Will It Be A 'Winner'?
A new set of leaks revealed that Samsung is geared to release the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy X next year. The X is supposedly the rumored smartphone that will come with a foldable OLED display.
California Will Require Solar Panels For New Homes
The state of California is prepared to vote on a mandate that will make solar panels a requirement for new homes. Once approved, builders will be required to meet the new standard to get a building permit.
Rare Eye Cancer Ocular Melanoma: Signs, Symptoms, And Treatment
Recent reports highlighted the risks of ocular melanoma, which is considered quite rare. This form of eye cancer can have many symptoms or signs but such condition is difficult to detect visually in its early stages.
Waymo Self-Driving Minivan Involved In Arizona Crash
Another self-driving vehicle accident happened in Chandler, Arizona that resulted in minor injuries. The Waymo van was reportedly hit by sedan after it swerved into the wrong lane in order to avoid another collision.
New Surface Pro Version With Intel Core i5, 128 GB SSD, 8GB RAM Now Available
Microsoft updated its online store to reflect a new configuration for its latest Surface Pro lineup. The $999 package does not include the Type Cover but comes with the device that holds an Intel Core i5 with 8GB of RAM alongside a 128 GB SSD internal memory.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4: What We Know So Far
The official Community Reveal for 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' is scheduled for May 17, but new information continues to drop for the sequel. Rumors suggest that the upcoming title will be eSports-ready and might include a battle royale multiplayer mode.
Kroger Supplier Recalls 17 Tons Of Ground Beef Due To Possible Plastic Contaminants
The USDA confirmed that around 17 tons of beef delivered to Kroger distribution centers might be contaminated by hard bits of plastic. The retailer issued a recall for several of its products that were included in the batch delivered by its supplier.
Google Pay Rolls Out On The Web For Desktop And iOS Devices
Earlier this year, Google combined and rebranded most of its payment services into Google Pay. Now, the company confirmed that the payment platform is on its way to desktops and iOS devices.
Steam Beta Now Supports Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
The latest update made to Steam Beta adds compatibility with the Nintendo Switch Pro controller. Users can now configure and use the accessory to play PC games via Valve's platform
Nokia 6.1 Lands In The US: Android One, Snapdragon 630, $269 Price Tag
A new announcement from HMD Global confirmed that arrival of the Nokia 6.1 this May. The midrange smartphone reportedly comes with Android One, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 CPU, and an affordable $269 price.
Verizon Pixel 2 XL 64GB, 128GB Now With $500 Discount At Best Buy
A deal offered by Verizon and Best Buy appears to be a great deal for buyers who want to upgrade their handsets. The discount gives consumers a total of $500 off the Google Pixel 2 XL with a few caveats.
Why The Cork Glacier Worries Scientists
A team of researchers has prepared to study the Thwaites Glacier. Armed with the latest equipment, they aim to gather more data to support their claims that the cork glaciers are at risk.
Court Orders Toronto Restaurant To Pay $10K For Asking Black Customers To Prepay Meals
Four years after the reported incident, the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal orders a Chinese restaurant based in Toronto to pay $10,000 in compensation. In 2014, the establishment allegedly asked a group of Black customers to prepay for their meals.
Huawei Is Working On A Backup OS Should Things Fall Through With Android
Industry insiders reported that Huawei already has a backup OS in the works just in case. An export ban could be imposed, depending on the findings of the U.S. court on the company's alleged violation of trade sanctions against North Korea and Iran.
Major 'PUBG' Update Goes Live On The Test Server: Map Selection, New Car, New Weapon, And More
Developers finally pushed 'PUBG' update 12 to the test servers this week. Players can experience new content such as a new vehicle, balance changes, and more.
Lexus Debuts 2019 ES Lineup With Apple CarPlay Technology And Significant Improvements
Lexus finally unveiled its 2019 Lexus ES lineup with a new chassis architecture and more improvements. The carmaker likewise confirmed that Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa will be available.
Is There Still Hope For A Surface Phone? Redstone 5 Mobile APIs Say There Might Be
Hints regarding the Surface Phone rekindled as Microsoft makes some changes to its latest operating system. It appears that the Redstone 5 update could be a clue that the smartphone is under development.
God Of War Patch 1.12 Lets You Increase The In-Game Text's Size
Shortly after the game launched, 'God of War' received a new patch to address issues with the in-game text size. Patch 1.12 officially adds a text size option that is intended to appease fans of the game.
LG V40's Code Name Is 'Storm,' And It's The 'Late Summer, Early Fall' Flagship: Rumor
A new leak revealed another LG smartphone model rumored to be the V40. Insiders claim it will feature the ThinQ AI-technology and is currently codenamed Storm.
Google Makes Two-Factor Authentication A Piece Of Cake
Google updated its two-factor verification system to encourage iOS users to rely on its service. The authentication program is now integrated into the Gmail app and includes additional information about sign-in attempts.
Verizon's Parental Control Service 'Smart Family' Gives Parents The Tools To Control Their Kids' Smartphone Usage
Prolific usage of smartphones among children needed a new way for parents to limit or take control of their activities. Verizon's Smart Family allows users to remotely monitor and limit smartphone usage for a monthly fee.
Check Out The 'Overwatch' Glitch That Let Users Play As Retribution Villains Before It Got Patched
Players discovered a way to enable a unique glitch during the 'Overwatch' Retribution event. The hack allowed users to play as enemy units from the PVE game mode on various PVP game modes.
As Android Phones Get Notches, Apple Scraps The Design From Its Future iPhones: Report
New reports have confirmed Apple's plans to redesign its 2019 iPhone lineup without the notch. Several Android flagship smartphones have copied Cupertino's design and flaunt notches on their display.
Baidu: 15 Interesting Facts We Bet You Didn't Know About China's Biggest Search Engine
Baidu has achieved exponential growth in China and is the country's No. 1 search engine. Here's a look at some interesting facts about the company, that we bet you didn't know of.
Microsoft Is Replacing The OneNote Desktop App With The Windows 10 Version
Microsoft finally confirmed its plans to push for the adoption of the Windows 10 version of OneNote. Office 2019 will feature the upgraded program but will still offer the 2016 version as an option for its users.
Don't Hold Your Breath For A New 'Fortnite' Map: 'It's Not A Priority Right Now'
Despite rumors that hinted a new map was on its way to 'Fortnite Battle Royale,' Epic Games confirmed otherwise. According to the developer, its resources are currently busy with other improvements and features being made to the current map.
