Articles by Joseph Mayton
Sorry, you won't be able to buy Apple iWatch before 2015
Apple's smart watch is unlikely to hit the shelves before early next year, sources say. Still, it is expected to be announced on Sept. 9 when the company also unveils its next-generation iPhone 6.
Instagram wants Hyperlapse app to revolutionize how we take videos
Instagram is launching a new app called Hyperlapse that allows users to create time-lapse videos. The new app has already jumped to the top of the apps market.
Microsoft defies court order to hand over overseas emails to Feds: 'We will appeal'
Microsoft continues to refuse to hand over emails stored at its Ireland data center. This comes despite a ruling from a U.S. judge that lifted the suspension on the hold of the warrant, but Microsoft will appeal.
Searching for old posts on Facebook app just got simpler
Facebook is pushing forward on making searching posts and one's timeline much easier. The announcement builds on previous search options and should streamline and increase functionality.
Ralph Lauren Polo Tech biometric smart shirt latest in wearable tech
Ralph Lauren is debuting its first biometric smart shirt at this year's U.S. Open tennis championships. The shirt aims to revolutionize the wearable tech sector.
Uber juggling uber challenges in ride-share market battle
Ride-sharing service Uber is facing a number of global challenges. But the company aims to head some off by dropping prices in London and launching a new service in Korea, despite government angst over the app.
Apple will head to court again to overturn Samsung patent ruling
Apple aims to head back into court again to to ban Samsung devices that Apple claims infringe on iPhone technology. A federal judge ruled against Apple the first time.
T-Mobile preps Uncarrier 7.0 event, intends to 'upend' the wireless industry
T-Mobile is preparing for its Uncarrier 7 event to take place in San Francisco on Sept. 10. That is one day after Apple's expected launch of its new iPhone 6.
Latest iPhone 6 rumor: Pay by touch on the go
The iPhone 6 rumors are in full swing two weeks from the expected official announcement. Analysts are excited about a potential mobile wallet feature for the new smartphone.
Apple debuting 4 iWatches? Move into wearables predicted to be big
Apple could be debuting a number of iWatches along with the iPhone 6 on Sept. 9. Rumors abound over what those wearable devices might be, and it has observers excited about a new device from the company.
Apple won't 'suffer irreparable harm' if Samsung sells older phones with patent-infringing components: Judge
A U.S. judge has refused to grant Apple a ban on all nine of the Samsung phones that stole iPhone technology. The judge argued that Apple had not proven that the infringement affected sales.
iPhone 6 rumors: Expect NFC radio. Or not?
Evidence is pointing to Apple's new iPhone 6 employing NFC technology for a mobile wallet service. That could be a huge boost for users who have been moving to the mobile pay option in recent years.
What caused Time Warner Cable nationwide outage? Probe underway
Time Warner Cable is investigating why its entire Internet network crashed this week. The result has led to much speculation over how 12 million customers lost service.
Twitch latest victim of Lizard Squad hack attack? You bet
Lizard Squad continues to wreak havoc on the video gaming world with their latest hack of Twitch and its streaming service. This attack follows previous ones against Microsoft and Sony.
Samsung Gear S and LG G Watch R ready to take on Apple iWatch
Samsung and LG are expected to give Apple stiff competition in the smart watch sector this fall. With Apple rumored to be announcing its new iWatch the same day as the iPhone 6, that move could hurt Samsung and LG.
Toyota Land Cruiser hits the big 30, re-release set for Japan
After a 10-year absence and to commemorate 30 years of Land Cruiser, Toyota will bring the vehicle back to Japan for one year. The move aims to get the Land Cruiser 70 back on the market as demand grows.
HP yanks 6 million laptop power cords, citing potential fire hazard
Hewlett-Packard has announced a recall of a line of power cords after reports of problems arose. The company is to replace all cords sold during a two-year time frame after minor burns and charring were reported.
Hackers may have hit Google in its sweet spot, car crash photo dominates image search
Google Images may have been hit by hackers on Aug. 26. The result saw many users' searches return with only images of a Russian car crash.
Orbitz loses a big airline as American cuts ties with Internet travel site
American Airlines is removing its fares from the Internet travel website Orbitz. The move, 'effective immediately,' will be a big hit for the online booking site as other airlines might follow suit.
Time Warner Cable nationwide outage draws state scrutiny given merger move
Millions of Time Warner Cable subscribers saw Internet service go out early Wednesday. For hours, users were unable to get online or use the On Demand service from the company before it was resolved.
Huawei Ascend P7 smartphone will boast sapphire display
Huawei has confirmed its flagship Ascend P7 smartphone will be equipped with a sapphire display. A picture of the new device was posted by a top official on the Chinese micro-blogging site Weibo.
Ford taps Kentucky plant for Lincoln MKC production
Ford is looking to Louisville, Kentucky to help boost Lincoln MKC production. The company says it will hire 300 new employees and make a $129 million investment in its quest to bring back the Lincoln.
AT&T gets DOJ approval to merge with DirecTV
AT&T has reportedly been given the go-ahead by the Department of Justice on a proposed merger with DirecTV. Now the company is waiting on the FCC for final approval of the $49 billion deal.
VMware heads to the cloud to deliver mobile, hybrid services
VMware is continuing to promote the rebranding of its flagship hybrid cloud service to vCloud Air. The move is seen as being able to deliver better quality cloud-based service while improving functionality and ease of use.
Time to trade in that old iPhone as iPhone 6 arrival looms
It may be time to trade in that old iPhone as preparations for the iPhone 6's arrival are being made. As the launch approaches, the value of older iPhones will see some marked decreases.
Sony perfume bottle-shaped selfie camera surfaces on Weibo: Girls will love it, but is it for real?
Rumors are hitting the tech world that Sony has developed a new make-up like device aimed at assisting users take selfies. The Xperia C3 device has sparked much attention over its unique look and is rumored that it's being tested in China.
Charter Internet outage under investigation
Charter Communications says it is investigating a number of Internet outages across its coverage areas. The company is facing frustrated users who say it did not respond promptly to complaints.
LG 4K OLED big screen TV comes with a stiff price: $11K
LG is launching the first market-ready 4K OLED ultrahigh-definition television. But don't expect it to be affordable -- the price tag is more than $11K for the 65-inch model.
Apple offers replacement for bad iPhone 5 battery
After seeing a number of complaints, Apple is offering to replace poor batteries in the iPhone 5. The move comes as the new iPhone 6 device could be hitting the market as soon as next month.
Backdoor malware hitting retail sector hard, few companies aware of security flaw
Homeland Security has urged businesses to assess their cybersecurity situation. The call comes as new information indicates the Backoff malware could be a major threat to retailers and the personal information of users they store.
