Articles by Joseph Mayton
Is Microsoft prepping an Android Nokia handset? If so, would you buy it?
Microsoft is reportedly preparing to launch a new smartphone, but nothing is official yet. A blog post has started counting down until the launch.
Facebook builds its own open switch. Take that, Cisco
Facebook has developed its own open switch technology. It is, in many ways, a direct competitor to Cisco and its massive networking capacity.
Microsoft Surface Mini coming. Shh!, don't tell anyone
Microsoft has inadvertently given the nod to a Surface Mini being launched. The revelations were discovered in the Surface Pro 3, which shipped to users this week.
IRS: We're not sorry about lost emails and we haven't lost any more since
The IRS won't be apologizing for lost emails as part of a probe of the agency by Congress. It has led to increased tensions over how the IRS continues to investigate political groups.
Yo! Yo's been hacked, is your account safe?
Only days after the Yo app skyrocketed to the top of app charts, it appears a security flaw has been discovered. Students uncovered it and the creators are scrambling to fix it.
Harley-Davidson goes electric, but is that cool for bikers?
Bikers are getting ready for Harley-Davidson's first-ever electric bike. For many, it just isn't the same without the sound, but it has many optimistic that eco-friendly bikes will soon be on the market.
Lego snaps together a virtual tablet, smartphone app connection
Lego is bridging the virtual world and the physical one with a new app game. It should continue to move the brand into new territory as it banks on the success of its recent film.
Historic Kilby chip could fetch $2M at auction, may be oldest chip from pre-PC era
Christie's has announced it is selling a historic chip from one of the pioneers in miniaturization. It is expected to fetch $2 million.
Kill switch movement moves ahead courtesy of Google, Microsoft
The push to get kill switches into all smartphones is on the move and most expect companies to follow suit. According to reports, Google and Microsoft are to add a kill switch to their devices.
Yo, Yo, Yo. That's all this million-dollar app can do
A new app allows users to send a message of "Yo" to contacts. That's about it, but the founders hope it will help revolutionize how users communicate.
Samsung Galaxy S5 gets a new chip, higher resolution display feature for video
Samsung is launching a new Galaxy S5 that has upgraded features. The higher-resolution screen should be a winner for those doing a lot of viewing on their phone.
Sensor plays role in Puget Sound water quality monitoring
A new sensor is being installed in Seattle's Puget Sound. The move should help researchers identify issues pertaining to the marine environment and water quality.
GM woes getting worse as $10B lawsuit now part of the mix
GM is now facing a potentially massive class-action lawsuit. It comes on the heels of a 20-million vehicle recall due to a defective ignition switch that left a number of people dead as a result.
Rare red wolf pup may be sole hope to keeping species alive
A baby red wolf has been born. The hope is that such births will help the declining and near-extinct species recover and begin to grow in numbers again.
Gas prices are rising, market watchers blame Iraq conflict
The ongoing conflict in Iraq is putting heat on the global oil sector. Many believe the U.S. will see higher prices this summer.
Google Nest smoke alarm back, but it's waveless
Nest smoke detector and CO alarm is back on the market, but it won't have the Wave function. The company says it is working to fix the problem, but wants to keep pushing forward with sales.
UK admits to spying on citizens via Google, Facebook
The British government has admitted to spying on its citizens. Using Google, Facebook and Twitter, among others, officials cite a loophole that allows them to track citizens through the foreign companies.
Spire wearable promises to make living a little less stressful
A new device from Spire tracks your breathing and stress levels along with steps. It aims to be a winner for those wanting to reduce stress levels and boost overall health.
Sony PS4 leading the gaming resurgence wave
Sony beat out rival Microsoft for top gaming platform in May, for the fifth straight month. It also shows that gaming appears to be getting new traction in the market.
SoftBank: We're optimistic on Sprint and T-Mobile merger
SoftBank continues to push potential merger with T-Mobile. The move has been met with resistance from American regulators.
iPhone 6 with 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch screens coming this fall, new leaked photos suggest
Apple's iPhone 6 models have photos leaked. Now, the anticipation for the company's launch of the new smartphones is under way across the tech world.
Twitter tests embedded tweets within tweets
Twitter is reportedly testing embedded tweets within tweets. However, it is unclear if Twitter is officially launching the new concept or if it is the testing phase.
FCC looking into Netflix complaints against ISPs
Netflix is urging the FCC to make a ruling on fast lanes and Internet service with Comcast. The FCC says it is looking into the agreement, but has not made a statement on when they would act.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S: iPad killer or not?
Samsung's new Galaxy Tab S has many thinking a new tablet leader could be unveiled. The question for many is whether it will move aside Apple's iPads.
Virtual Reality: Is it hype or is it really reality?
The state of virtual reality seems to be gaining some more steam. The media push for the sector has garnered much attention, but is VR here to stay?
Amazon smartphone arrival Wednesday, are you excited about the retailer's first handset?
Excitement underway as Amazon readies itself for the smartphone sector. But while expectations are high, will the company be able to deliver?
AT&T confirms hacking incident, blames vendor employees but is not forthcoming on specifics
AT&T has come forward about a security breach that occurred in April. The hack appears to have compromised Social Security numbers of some users.
NASA offers startling view of the 'Beast' thanks to new image tech
New image technology helped give NASA the chance to show people the 'Beast' asteroid as it came close to Earth. It should boost the space agency's effort to keep pushing forward.
Microsoft dangles IE security fixes as lure to move users to upgrade to IE 11
Microsoft is forcing users to update or risk not get any future IE 11 updates. It is a push to unify the company's efforts to enhance the browser.
Google might throw a Fit over Apple HealthKit?
Google is looking to get into the fitness and health sector. In order to compete against Apple and its HealthKit, Google is ready to launch its new app and a number of health-related devices.
