Articles by John Diente
Google Chrome Now Has Oculus Rift VR Headset Support: Here's How To Enable It
The latest version of Google Chrome enabled WebVR support for the Oculus Rift. Reddit users took it for a spin and confirmed that it works as advertised.
Google Responds To Report That Says Android Apps Track Kids
Google came to its defense against a study claiming that some free Android apps are violating a federal law. The study further claimed that the programs collect details regarding the online behaviors of children below 13 years old.
Here Are The New 'Overwatch' Skins You'll Get With A Twitch All-Access-Pass
A new offer from Twitch confirmed exclusive 'Overwatch' skins for players who purchase the All-Access-Pass. Subscribers will receive special cosmetic items in-game with chatroom stickers and more for Twitch.
Samsung Could Launch A Phone With A Notch Soon, Patent Suggests
A recent patent filed by Samsung shows smartphones designed with a notch. It seems that the South Korean manufacturer copied the design from Apple's iPhone X.
Fortnite's Guided Missile Is Out Of The Game And Into The Vault Indefinitely
After almost a week that the guided missile had been removed from "Fortnite Battle Royale," it now appeared to be on its way out until further notice. Epic Games confirmed that version 3.5 patch had caused some issues that affected gameplay, prompting its temporary removal.
Chrome 66 Blocks Autoplaying Videos With Sound Automatically And More
A stable copy of Chrome 66 was recently released and users can now enjoy some of its new benefits. The updated browser automatically blocks autoplaying videos with sound and comes with several upgraded features.
T-Mobile Used 'False Ringtones' To Trick Customers Into Thinking Their Rural Calls Were Going Through
The court finally ordered T-Mobile to pay a fine of $40 million to the U.S. Treasury after it had found the company guilty. Consumers complained to the FCC about the network's actions that tricked rural subscribers with 'false ringtones' to simulate call completion.
Football Manager Touch 2018 Is Now Available On The Nintendo Switch
The popular football management simulation can now be purchased from the Nintendo eShop. 'Football Manager Touch 2018' makes its console debut on the Nintendo Switch for $40.
Moto G6 Plus Benchmark Results Reveal A Snapdragon 660 Under The Hood
A Geekbench listing for the Motorola Moto G6 Plus finally confirmed a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 on board. Previous leaks suggested that the smartphone would come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, but that does not seem to be the case.
Android Oreo Makes Autofill Easier To Use With A Password Manager
The latest Android Oreo update finally gave smartphone users the option to include the app of their choice to the platform's autofill options. Third-party password managers are now supported by Google's autofill feature on smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S9 Is Now Getting The Donald Duck AR Emoji
Disney and Samsung confirmed a new update for the Galaxy S9's AR Emoji feature. Donald Duck finally joins Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, with more familiar characters to come in the future.
AMD's Second-Gen Ryzen Chips Now Available For Preorder With An April 19 Shipping Date
The release of the second-generation Ryzen CPUs has been confirmed as AMD announced their availability starting April 19. Insiders confirmed that packages will come bundled with Wraith coolers.
Google Turns On Android Auto Wireless For Pixel And Nexus Devices
Google recently enabled Android Auto wireless connectivity for some of its products. A total of six handsets from its Pixel and Nexus lineup are now compatible with seven head units from JVC and Kenwood.
PUBG Update 10 Rolls Out To Test Servers: Here's What's New
The game developer launched Patch 10 that will fix several problems affecting the gameplay of 'PUBG' PC version. It's initially available for the test servers until all of the issues are addressed.
Motorola's New Moto Mod Adds Stereo Speakers To Your Moto Z For Just $60
Motorola added a new Moto Mod product for its Moto Z lineup. The new Moto Stereo Speakers retail for $60 but come with a few caveats compared to previous stereo speaker accessories.
OnePlus 6 Official Teaser Shows Off The Upcoming Flagship
OnePlus posted another teaser on Twitter for its upcoming flagship model for 2018. The OnePlus 6 will apparently showcase some design changes such as a repositioned alert slider and more.
Fortnite's Popular Guided Missile Is Temporarily Disabled Because Of An Animation Issue
Epic Games surprised 'Fortnite Battle Royale' players with an announcement that they removed one of the weapons in-game. The Guided Missile has been taken offline temporarily to supposedly fix some bugs with its animation.
Google's Next Android TV Dongle Revealed By The FCC: 4K Support, Assistant Voice Control, And More
The FCC revealed a new Android TV device that was recently filed for approval. The dongle is reportedly capable of 4K streaming with voice control via Google Assistant and is expected to be officially revealed next month during Google I/O
PUBG Is Going To Be Free To Play For Xbox Live Gold Members
Microsoft promotes 'PUBG' on Xbox One yet again as it announced Free Play Days offer. The battle royale shooter will be available for download to qualified members of Xbox Live Gold along with all of its game modes.
Vizio's 2018 TVs Are Brighter And More Colorful Than Ever Before
The 2018 lineup showcased by Vizio reveals TVs that come with full array local dimming technology. Not only are the new models equipped with FALD, but they also feature Dolby Vision and HDR10.
Fortnite Showcases New Port-a-Fort Item In Teaser: 'Fortify Yourself In Seconds'
Epic Games revealed that the Port-a-Fort item for 'Fortnite Battle Royale' is coming with the new update. Version 3.5 will include new cosmetic items, gameplay tweaks, and more when it comes out on April 11.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo To Sport Dual-Camera Setup And Bixby, According To Leaked Manual
The leaked copies of the Samsung J7 Duo user manual were posted online. Details revealed a dual-camera setup with a limited support for some Bixby functions as well as a removable battery.
PUBG's Codename: Savage Map Gets Squads Mode Along With Other Tweaks Via Day 2 Update
Developers posted some of the detailed changes made to the new 'PUBG' map, Codename: Savage, on test servers. New keys were issued for interested players and other gameplay tweaks have been applied intended to improve the experience.
Instagram Is No Longer Available On The Apple Watch
A new update for iOS devices quietly removed Instagram from the Apple Watch. A new requirement from Apple was allegedly not met by the developers, which triggered the system to remove the photo-sharing app from the wearable device.
Dell Unveils New G Series Laptops For Gamers On A Budget
A press release from Dell confirmed its new gaming laptop lineup called the G Series. The budget-friendly options come with capable hardware with optional upgrades for gamers who want something extra.
Fortnite Battle Royale Is Now Available To iOS Users Even Without An Invitation
iOS users can now download "Fortnite Battle Royale" without the need for an invitation. Meanwhile, Epic Games confirmed that the Android version should be available a few months from now.
Intel's Core i9 CPUs Will Let Laptops Keep Up With Desktops When It Comes To Speed
Intel officially unveiled its latest eighth-generation products at a press event in Beijing, China. The new Core i9 chips promise speeds that are reportedly comparable to desktop PCs when it comes to overall performance.
SpyParty To Be Available On Steam Early Access On April 12
After almost a decade in development, 'SpyParty' confirmed its availability on Steam Early Access next week. The 1v1 espionage game will feature six new maps and a brand new tutorial mode voiced by Chris Hecker, the game developer himself.
OnePlus Launches The Official OnePlus 6 Teaser, Promises 'The Speed You Need'
OnePlus shared its first official teaser for the OnePlus 6 on Twitter. The post did not include any pictures of the latest flagship killer smartphone but seems to boast about its speed, which comes from its Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC.
April Fool's Lexus Genetic Select Lets You Start Your Car By Licking The Steering Wheel
Lexus teased its brand new Genetic Select model with a short video demonstration. The new genetically-customized car can be started with a lick on the steering wheel.
