Articles by Maricris Francisco
BEWARE: After HummingBad, Malware 'HummingWhale' Infects Android: 2 Million Downloads On Google Play Store
A new version of the malware that attacked mobile devices last year has resurfaced. Dubbed as the 'HummingWhale' by security experts, the malware made money out of hijacked ad views made from infected phones.
Google: 2017 Chromebooks Will Support Android
Soon, you will be able to access Android apps from your Chromebook. Google finally confirms that all Chromebooks coming out in 2017 will support Android apps.
As Samsung Fans Await Galaxy S8, Great Deals On 32 GB Galaxy S7 Edge Duos Emerge On eBay
With people waiting for the upcoming launch of the Samsung Galaxy S8, price cuts for Samsung's current flagship, the Galaxy S7 edge, are surfacing. Here are two discounted deals on the S7 edge on eBay.
Xbox One S 1TB Bundles Offer 'Halo Wars 2' Ultimate Edition Or 'Forza Horizon 3' For $350
Microsoft has just added two new bundles to promote its Xbox One S console. The bundles include the games 'Halo Wars 2' or 'Forza Horizon 3.'
Samsung Galaxy A7 And ZTE Blade V8 Pro Battle It Out In Midrange Market
Samsung Galaxy A7 and ZTE Blade V8 Pro go head to head in this specs comparison. But if you are looking for value for money, ZTE offers a greater deal because of its cheaper price tag.
Android GPS Problems: How To Solve GPS Connectivity Issues In Samsung, Huawei, HTC And Others
If you are fond of using fitness apps, or if you always find yourself getting lost, having a well-functioning GPS connectivity on your smartphone could come in handy. Here's how you can solve your GPS connectivity issues from your Android phone.
LOOK: Amazon's Quirky Treasure Truck Now Patented: Store-On-Wheels May Soon Visit Other Cities
Designers of Amazon's Treasure Truck have been awarded a patent because Amazon is reportedly planning to roll out the Treasure Truck in other cities.
Mozilla Urges Digital Netizens To Help Save The Internet: Here's Why
Mozilla is launching a prototype of an open source initiative that aims to track the health of the Internet. The project aims to focus on five aspects of the Internet: open innovation, online privacy, digital inclusion, privacy, and web literacy.
Gmail Phishing: Why The Latest Scam May Be The Smartest Trick Out There
A Gmail phishing scam is gaining traction, with quite a number of victims falling for it. Here's how the phishing works and how to protect yourself from it.
Surface Pro 5: Here Are Upcoming Improvements You Didn't See In Surface Pro 4
Microsoft is expected to launch the Surface Pro 5 with a faster processor and better battery life. Take a look at the improvements of the Surface Pro 5 that you didn't see in the Surface Pro 4.
Tesla Increases Battery Range Of New Model S 100D Sedan To 335 Miles
Tesla boosts the battery range of the Model S to 335 miles and the Model X to 295 miles. The range bump has allowed Tesla to widen its lead in the electric vehicle industry.
Here's How To Use The Amazon Echo Kill Switch
The popularity of Amazon Echo has raised some privacy concerns because of the device's ability to listen and record everything. Here's how you can shut down the device verbally if you want to keep something in private.
Apple Falls 'Silent' Amid Continuing iOS 10 Problems
Despite mounting consumer complaints, Apple remains silent over the issue of battery problems in its iPhones. Other issues have also surfaced after users updated their units to iOS 10.
Palmer Luckey, Oculus VR Founder, Testifies In Court: 'I Didn't Take Confidential Code'
Palmer Luckey, founder of Oculus VR, had his day in court and denied ZeniMax’s claim that he stole the code used to create the Oculus Rift headset.
Sony PS4 Still Outselling Microsoft Xbox One 2-to-1 But Console Wars Is Only Heating Up
Sony PlayStation 4 is outselling Microsoft Xbox One by a margin of 2-to-1. According to SuperData, Sony has sold about 55 million units since its launch in 2013, while Microsoft's gaming console has sold about 26 million.
Obama Injects Another $500 Million Into Green Climate Fund To Secure Paris Deal
President Obama has given the Green Climate Fund a second installment of $500 million in funding. The pledge is part of the Paris climate deal, which will help developing countries implement clean energy.
9 Issues Make Samsung SmartCam Vulnerable To Hackers, Security Experts Say
Hackers have discovered a security flaw in Samsung SmartCams, which could render the security camera devices vulnerable to hijacking. This flaw increases the possibility that these items can be exploited by remote attackers.
2017 MacBook, MacBook Pro Power Up With Kaby Lake Processor: Here Are The Advantages
Apple insider Ming-Chi Kuo is hinting Apple will be using Kaby Lake processors for its 2017 notebook releases. The company will also be increasing the memory of the MacBook Pro and MacBook, according to the analyst.
Google Pixel Selling Well On Verizon: Report Shows Demand 'Exceeding Supply'
The Google Pixel brand is doing really well in Verizon stores, according to a Wave7 Research report. Both Pixel phones are currently out of stock, and shipping will resume in March.
Tesla Software Update Lifts Speed Limit Restriction For Autopilot On Undivided Roadways
With its latest software update, Tesla will remove the cap placed on the Autopilot function. Users can now exceed the speed limit by up to 5 mph while using Autopilot mode.
Mark Zuckerberg For President? Quartz Comes Up With To-Do List For Facebook CEO's White House Bid
Mark Zuckerberg recently announced his personal challenge to visit all 50 states of the country this year, fueling speculation that he is entering politics in the future. According to Quartz, here are some of the things that the Facebook CEO needs to do in order to have a successful presidential run.
How To Install Kodi On Raspberry Pi And Build Your Own Home Media System
Kodi is a popular and free open source media player software. Together with a Raspberry Pi, you can use it to create your own home media system.
40,000 Sign Up For BMW ReachNow, First To Test BMW Driverless Cars
ReachNow, a BMW car-sharing subsidiary based in Seattle, plans to use driverless cars in the future. The company has about 40,000 users to date who could soon test BMW autonomous vehicles.
Microsoft To Undercut Licensing Cost For 2017 Windows 10 Notebooks: Report
Microsoft is looking to reduce its Windows 10 licensing cost for low-end notebooks that are smaller than 14.1 inches. The new fees will take effect by March 1.
Next CIA Director May Keep Closer Watch On Your Facebook Account: Here's Why
Republican Congressman Mike Pompeo, Trump's pick as CIA Director, attended his confirmation hearing and defended his views on privacy rights and the use of social media during intelligence investigations.
BuzzFeed Sparks Debate Over Media Ethics After Outing Unverified Trump Report
BuzzFeed published a dossier about Donald Trump alleging the president-elect's connections to the Russian government. The news organization's decision to publish the dossier created a backlash from other journalists and media outlets.
'Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim': Here Are 10 Expert Tips For Skyrim Remastered
A special remastered edition of 'Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim' was released late last year. Here are tips and tricks to help you make the most out of the game.
LeEco Expands Presence In US Market: LeEco S3, Pro3 Now Available At Target
Chinese consumer electronics company LeEco will be selling its two smartphones, the Le Pro3 and Le S3, at Target. LeEco has already been selling its line of phones at Amazon and Best Buy since late last year.
Walmart App Lets Buyers Scan Items While Shopping And Skip Checkout Lane
Tired of queuing up at long lines at your local Walmart? The company has relaunched an app that allows you to check out and pay for your groceries without having to wait for a cashier to become available.
Toyota Designs Concept Car With 'Kinetic Warmth': A Friendly Artificial Intelligence
Toyota announced at CES 2017 that it is developing a concept car that makes use of 'kinetic warmth' technology. The concept car will be equipped with A.I. that will get to know the driver and their driving preferences.
