Articles by Lori Sandoval
Get your new Twitter profile page now. Yes, it looks a lot like Facebook
Twitter finally rolled out its new Web profile page, and many observers say it looks a lot like Facebook, except for a few tweaks. Will this move encourage more recruiters to discover new talents and candidates from Twitter?
Samsung strikes back: Apple's $2.2 billion patent claim is unreasonable, estimated damages at $38.4 million
Samsung argues that the claims of Apple on their latest patent infringement case are extreme misrepresentation to what the actual worth is. So what's the real score?
Airbnb scraps thousands of illegal New York rental listings
After receiving subpoena and complaints from the New York Attorney General, Airbnb investigates who among its rental property hosts are providing excellent service to their guests. Here's what they discovered.
Cybercriminals, computer viruses may soon invade your smart TVs: Eugene Kaspersky
A security expert reveals that cyber threats are continuously evolving and cybercriminals may soon come into our homes through our TV screens, as the latter are now being connected to the Internet. Read what he has to say.
Nokia will soon be Microsoft Mobile, hints email leak
A leaked letter revealed some post-deal plans of Nokia and Microsoft pending its closure, such as renaming Nokia and retaining the supply base. But will Microsoft maintain the good impression Nokia is leaving behind?
Google and Apple jockey for game apps exclusivity in race for mobile industry supremacy
Google and Apple are said to be wooing game developers to have their top games first in their respective platforms, in exchange for exclusivity deals. But analysts have opposing views if this affects the buying behavior of consumers.
NETmundial: India wants the Internet to become Equinet
India wants to rename the Internet to Equinet as it fights for all nations to have an equal say in the operations of the World Wide Web, rather than control by a single entity, the United States. Will it succeed?
LinkedIn now with 300 million users worldwide, relies heavily on mobile
The professional networking site LinkedIn finally reached over 300 million members around the globe. The company says they're working on more developments to improve user experience.
Hungry and angry: Low blood sugar levels ups risks of marital conflicts
We all know that people get cranky when they're hungry, but who would have thought that such would affect relationship of married couples and lead to physical and emotional violence? A new study says it does.
Is Google working on a sub-$100 Nexus smartphone? Here's what we know so far
Rumors abound that Google will release new devices in the coming months, which include a low-end, sub-$100 Nexus smartphone device. If it were true, will you buy it?
GM, NHTSA did not recall Saturn Ion for years despite knowledge of problems, consumer complaints
The national agency that is supposed to look after road safety has been criticized by safety advocates and lawmakers after having delayed actions on complaints against some General Motor vehicles such as the Saturn Ion.
Meteorites from Mars may hold clues to early Martian atmosphere: How different was it from ancient Earth?
A new study focusing on the Martian meteorites found on Earth reveals that the early atmospheres of these two planets were very varied, but the nature of their differences remains unclear.
Ubinas volcano coughs ash cloud two miles high, prompts evacuation of 4,000 local Peruvians
The Ubinas Volcano's latest explosions have prompted government authorities in Peru to evacuate residents and take further necessary measures. What could have caused it to erupt?
Android rules U.S. smartphones market with 53 percent share: Is iOS popularity on a wane?
New market research reveals that Google's Android operating system got the highest share of consumers activating their phones in the first quarter, as opposed to Apple's iOS. But will it maintain the lead in the next quarters?
Discovery of brown fat in MRI scan may be breakthrough needed in fight against obesity
A new medical research could be the key in preventing the rising cases of obesity and diabetes, especially in the U.S. Could it be the dawn of a new day in providing better health care information against the said diseases?
Nike kills FuelBand, bids wearable technology market goodbye
News came out like wildfire that Nike is cutting jobs and dropping its FuelBand wearable fitness tracker device. While there's no official confirmation from the company, market analysts weigh in on the hot issue.
12 Gold biscuits inside Indian businessman's tummy stun doctors
The Indian businessman definitely has guts to swallow and to lie in exchange of smuggling gold, but he paid a hefty price following a medical discomfort and an operation. Doctors couldn't believe what they saw inside his stomach.
Hello, Clone: Scientists grow stem cells from adults using cloning techniques
Two separate studies have initially proven that stem cells can grow from human cloning, which could pave the way for regenerative medicine in the future. But critics say this could also reopen debates over ethical issues of human cloning.
Google Camera app hits Play Store, comes with Lens Blur and Panorama features
With the wide range of camera apps coming around these days, who still needs a professional camera dangling heavy on your shoulders? Google Camera app helps you do away with it, at least for those who rely on their phone for photography.
Hello, Saturn: How's Peggy doing today?
Scientists have new discoveries about the fate of Saturn's newest moon-child, Peggy. Could Peggy survive or disintegrate in space?
Chrome Remote Desktop now available for Android: Access your PCs and Macs on the go
Something to be happy about for Android users. Google launched its Chrome Remote Desktop app for Android devices, so now you can access your documents in Macs or PCs remotely through your Android devices. Learn how, here.
Google's Project Ara will let you snap together a smartphone: Nightmare for phone manufacturers?
Will Google's Project Ara turn the smartphone industry around with its interchangeable-component type of mobile phone? We still have to wait several months to judge the product, but here's what observers and critics think.
Diabetics in U.S. suffer less stroke, heart attack: Study
Complications from diabetes have been greatly decreased, but a new study says the number of people getting diabetes has increased over the years, which brings in both good and bad news to patients and physicians.
Micro Phone Lens turns a smartphone into a microscope: Here's how it works
The use of smartphones and tablets now go beyond being a portable computer and a camera, a new discovery shows they can also be used as a hand-held microscope. Find out here how.
Galaxy S5 fingerprint scanner fooled by fake fingerprint: Samsung, we got a problem
The fingerprint security feature of Samsung is susceptible to hacking, based on a research made by SRLabs. But critics question the authenticity of the hack attempt. So, what's the real score?
Smartphone 'kill switch' coming in 2015: Apple, Samsung, Google, U.S. wireless carriers forge anti-theft agreement
Will the new commitment among industry players in the mobile manufacturing business completely prevent mobile thefts, at least in the U.S.? Or is the 'kill switch' tool far more effective?
Saturn gives birth to new icy moon? Hello, 'Peggy'!
Are we saying hello to the 63rd moonchild of planet Saturn? It appears the most fertile planet has given birth to a new moon, a new study says.
FDA approves Boston Scientific's implantable defibrillators, heart failure devices
The U.S. FDA's approval of the new heart failure devices and defibrillators of Boston Scientific is good news for those patients at risk of heart failure. Find out what makes these new devices different from the rest.
Forget Scroogled campaign: Microsoft brings Office Online to Chrome Web Store
Is Microsoft dropping its Scroogled campaign against Google, with the launch of its Office Online to the latter's Chrome Web Store? It remains to be seen.
Google updates its terms of service, states explicitly emails are scanned to serve targeted ads
Google has revised its terms of service, which includes scanning email content from user accounts for the purpose of targeting specific paid advertisements. Privacy advocates, however, argued such activity is invasion of privacy.
