Articles by Joseph Mayton
Back to school bargain: Microsoft Surface 2 now about $100 cheaper
Microsoft has reduced the price of its Surface 2 tablets by around $100. The move comes as parents look for the best devices for their children as the fall semester gets under way.
Less sunscreen and popularity of indoor tanning beds up melanoma risk among teens, report warns
It appears young kids aren't getting the memo on sunscreen. The decrease in the number of teens using sunscreen has led to a new report that warns about the increase in melanoma risk in American teens.
Discovery of excessive neural synapses in autism patients holds promise for future treatment
New research published this week shows that there is hope for those who suffer from autism. The research suggests a hyper-connected brain segment where we process social engagement and communication for those with autism.
DeLorean: Microsoft's biggest weapon yet in cloud gaming
Microsoft Research has published a report that signals the company's goal of creating something akin to Netflix for gamers. DeLorean, as it is dubbed, would bring together gaming and the cloud for instant gaming needs.
Amazon Sponsored Links may be Google's worst enemy
Amazon is looking to enter Google's domain with the launch of its own Internet advertising platform. The move, which is expected to be tested later this year, could threaten Google's market dominance in online advertising.
Google search app now multilingual and easier than ever
Google is updating its Google Search app to be more multilingual. The move will allow users to search for things in a language of their choosing without having to switch any settings.
Google driverless cars must boast steering wheel in road tests, at least in California
A new set of rules from California's DMV says self-driving cars from Google must have a steering wheel for human use. The search giant says it will comply with the regulations as it develops new prototypes.
Apps for the college bound, and those who just love quirky software
It's the time of year when youths head to college. With technology and apps going in a number of directions, Tech Times delivers some solid app choices to download ahead of hitting campus.
eBay mulls switching out PayPal as electronic payment vendor
E-commerce company eBay is debating whether to leave PayPal and move in a different direction for payments. The discussion has led to much speculation over which way eBay plans to go for payments on its site.
Honda kit turns hybrid CR-Z into a supercharged hot rod wannabe
Honda is offering a supercharger kit for its hybrid CR-Z that delivers additional power and performance. The company hopes the boost will help entice more customers to think hybrid.
Ride-share market competitor Hailo follows Uber API move
Hailo is following Uber in offering an API to developers. The goal is to foster apps that deliver Hailo rideshare service to a bigger rider base.
AT&T GigaPower moving into the valley, Silicon Valley to be specific
Cupertino is getting AT&T's fastest Internet service available. AT&T GigaPower will deliver up to one gigabit per second of uploading and downloading speed.
Opera Mini tapped as default browser for Microsoft feature phones
Microsoft and Norwegian software developer Opera are partnering to develop a default browser for Microsoft's feature smartphones. The move comes as the Windows Phone continues to decline.
VMware debuts rebranded Vcloud Air, provides greater flexibility in hybrid cloud
The world's leader in cloud services, VMware, is looking to expand its network and rebrand its flagship service. The move comes as competition in the sector continues to increase.
Google Glass update makes reaching out to contacts a bit easier
Google is updating Google Glass to deliver better connectivity with family and friends. The new release also gives Explorers the ability to find local restaurants and other hot spots through the headgear.
ZTE Nubia 5S mini LTE is a cheap smartphone with a great camera
The launch of ZTE's latest smartphone has many asking why spend money on a high-end device when you can get all the functionality with a mid-range model. Boasting a spectacular camera, the handset should be a winner in the market.
Brazil wants Secret gone, orders Apple, Google to toss software out of app stores
A Brazil court has ordered Apple and Google to remove the anonymous Secret social networking app from its app stores. The ruling will also require the tech titans to recall apps that have been downloaded by Brazil smartphone users.
Snapchat aims to post ads, news items and yes they'll all disappear just like photos
Snapchat is looking to get into the revenue-generating business by adding ads to its messaging app. It will also add news articles, all of which will disappear like photos.
Hackers tapped Heartbeat Internet flaw in massive healthcare data breach
The Heartbleed flaw is how Chinese hackers reportedly stole information on 4.5 million users from an healthcare provider. It's the first massive cyberattack via the flaw since the Internet vulnerability was discovered earlier this year.
Google debuts Photo Sphere App for the iOS masses
Google is offering its Photo Sphere App for the iOS platform, meaning Apple device users will have app for creating 360-degree images. It was only offered to Android platforms previously.
Car seat recall due to head safety protection of young riders
Recaro is the latest company facing an auto-related recall. It has issued a recall of nearly 40,000 car seats over a head safety issue.
Verizon once again top leader in network rankings report
For the second straight time, Verizon Wireless has come out on top in network performance. In the RootMetrics report, the company is tops in five categories.
Google may be prepping Gmail service just for kids
Google is supposedly looking to open up new services for children under 13 years old. It could prove to be a major source for advertisers.
Sony A5100 boasts smallest lens, proves size doesn't matter in photography
Sony's latest tiny camera hits all the right spots. The addition of a hybrid autofocus for the mirror-less camera should help the casual photographer use this with ease, reviews say.
Roku smart TV eliminates need for set-top box
Roku is saying goodbye to its boxes and is moving into the smart TV sector, the company announced on Tuesday. The move will pit them in direct competition with Google and Android TV.
Comcast merger with TWC hits a bump as California lawmakers want answers
California is the latest state to demand more information from Comcast over its effort to purchase Time Warner Cable. The state's findings will go to the FCC before a final ruling is made.
Pokémon proves lucrative for Nintendo, arriving on iPad soon
Pokémon is to get a trading card game for the iPad. With Nintendo reporting over 1 million 'Mario Kart 8' units sold, the company hopes for a better future.
Facebook tags 'satire content' to help users understand satire
Facebook is adding a new feature to help users know when an article they are reading is satire or real news. It comes as a number of users had requested the feature.
Internet now preferred TV viewing platform as cable subscriber number lags
New research shows more users are using broadband services to watch television. For the first time ever, more broadband subscribers exist than cable TV subscribers.
Gas prices keep dropping, no excuse for delaying end-of-summer road trips
Now is the time to get on the road. Gas prices have continued to decline, with a 13 cent drop in the past week.
