Articles by Joseph Mayton
Xbox One update countdown: Just a matter of days til debut
Microsoft has announced a series of Xbox One updates will take place in the coming days. The hope is that the system upgrades will help boost interest in the platform.
Alzheimer's blood test quick and easy, but would you want to know?
New research points to 10 blood proteins that can predict Alzheimer's. A simple blood test is all that is needed in order to find out if you could develop the disease.
EMC buys TwinStrata to expand cloud data strategy, advance VMAX3 plan
EMC is hoping to boost its cloud offerings with the acquisition of TwinStrata. The aim is to continue to innovate on cloud data storage on multiple platforms.
Samsung $6.3M heist well planned, hostage situation ends without injury
Robbers in Brazil have taken more than 6 million dollars of Samsung products from a factory. The heist is believed to have been well planned out.
Android L, LG G Watch, update issue and what reviewers are saying
Android is getting an upgrade and prepping the launch of the LG G Watch. However, despite the positives, users aren't happy with a slow updating process.
Google on a song after buying Songza
Google has acquired Internet radio service Songza. It positions the search company to compete against Apple and its recent Beats acquisition.
Google digs up can of worms by obeying 'right to be forgotten' order in Europe
Google facing controversy over its removal of a number of news articles as part of a European court decision that allows for the "right to be forgotten." Some observers say the search company is attempting to stoke fears over censorship.
Sheryl Sandberg bets big on India to propel Facebook
After meeting with India Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg believes in India. She is hopeful it can be a huge market for the social network.
FTC, T-Mobile at loggerheads over cramming charges
The FTC has filed a lawsuit against T-Mobile over "cramming" charges. While the company has denied any wrongdoing, it highlights the high costs of having a cell phone in America.
App aims to make stress measurement less stressful, cheaper and quicker
A new app is aimed at helping users understand their stress levels. It aims to be a key in preventative care as technology and health meld together.
Girl mauled by pit bulls to get a new eye
The girl whose family claimed she was booted from a KFC due to her appearance could be getting a new eye. It comes after a Florida doctor said he wants to help the three-year-old girl.
Smartphone outlook: Apple, Samsung domination won't end anytime soon
Samsung and Apple continue to lead the global smartphone sector in the first quarter sales tally. But a research report suggests others, including LG and Sony, are beginning to gain steam in the worldwide market.
LG G3 smartphone, G Watch arriving this week
LG is launching its latest smartphone for preorders on July 8 and for in-store sales on July 11. It's also putting forward the G Watch, which will be AT&T's first wearable Android offering.
China approves Lenovo's $2.3B IBM server acquisition
Lenovo's IBM server buy has received China's go ahead. But it is still awaiting US regulators' approval as a number of cybersecurity issues have come to light.
Qualcomm, SMIC team up on Snapdragon wafer
Qualcomm and SMIC will work together to push the Snapdragon wafer in China. It comes as China seeks to boost its tech sector for the economy.
Biometrics may just be the revolution needed to kill off the password
Passwords continue to be a point of frustration for many. Even as biometrics comes into play, there is a need for a password revolution.
YouTube's new features include a virtual tip jar
YouTube has announced a number of new features. Among them is a new crowdfunding 'virtual tip jar' that aims to help vloggers earn some cash for their efforts.
Verizon gets da boot from Germany thanks to NSA activities
Germany says no more to Verizon. In ending its contract, the government is sending a direct message that collusion with spy agencies is not acceptable.
Google sets sights on enterprise data in more ways than one
Google is looking to continue to revolutionize how the world views and understands data. Its new Cloud Dataflow brings changes to how the world is able to analyze data in the cloud.
Ebola outbreak demands drastic action, says WHO
Ebola outbreak in West Africa needs immediate action, says the World Health Organization. Without concerted action, there are fears the virus could spread further.
Google opens mail to developers in quest for innovation
Google is opening up its email service to developers. The goal is to help create the impetus for innovation and better email integration with apps.
Brain injury tied to dementia among military vets, reports study
New research suggests that traumatic brain injuries may link to the development of dementia or Alzheimer's late in life. The University of California-San Francisco study looked at nearly 200,000 retired military personnel over a decade.
Low-dose aspirin use may decrease risk of pancreatic cancer
New study shows that aspirin use can help prevent pancreatic cancer. That should be good news for those hoping to avoid the deadly cancer.
Google's scrubbing search results per Europe court directive
Google is beginning to remove personal data on request from users in Europe. It is part of a court ruling that gives citizens the right to be forgotten.
Facebook workforce lacking diversity as employees are mostly white males
For Facebook, white men get the lead. New numbers show that Facebook is suffering a lack of diversity, with white men making up the bulk of its workers.
Amazon Fire 3D phone is bad news for brick and mortar rivals
Amazon's new Fire 3D phone goes on sale July 25. Already, it has garnered much attention based on the specs that it is coming with, and has many rivals worried over their market share.
High-performance computing market down year over year, but uptick predicted
Big-ticket server market took a global hit in this year's first quarter, IDC says in quarterly report. But they expect a rebound in the coming years.
Google, Apple and Samsung facing off as wearables battle looms
The health sector and wearables are gaining steam and the biggest tech companies want a piece. With diabetes hitting Americans hard, linking wearables with blood sugar level monitoring could be a win-win.
Facebook Android app is now less data-hungry. Good news for emerging markets
Facebook is looking to get the remaining five billion people onto its network. To do so, the company has created a new Android app that uses less data for emerging markets.
Google-owned Nest acquisition of Dropcam for $555 million triggers privacy concerns
Google's Nest announced it has acquired Dropcam to streamline the smart home revolution. Still, the purchase is raising privacy concerns even before official details are released.
