Articles by Menchie Mendoza
Best Windows Tablet To Buy: Microsoft Surface Pro 3 vs. Dell Venue 11 Pro 7000 vs. Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
More and more consumers are opting for tablets that are slimmer and lighter while showcasing PC-like features and an OS that allows for multitasking. Microsoft, Dell and Asus have unveiled their own offerings.
Alyssa Milano Rants On Twitter After Heathrow Security Confiscates Her Breast Milk
Actress Alyssa Milano turned to Twitter to express her disappointment on Heathrow Airport security for taking away her pumped breast milk. The airport explained that the confiscation of the breast milk is for security reasons.
Amazon Web Services Opens New Marketplace In The Cloud For Desktop Apps
Amazon Web Services launched a new Marketplace for virtual desktop users for finding desktop applications for Amazon WorkSpaces. Users can choose from over 100 applications under 11 categories and pay for the applications they use each month.
Twitter's Periscope Gets 'Follower Only' Mode, Bug Fixes, Global Section In Latest Update
Twitter rolled out its latest update on Periscope for iOS, making it easier for users to discover streams, set new modes and enjoy a slew of other cool features. It is now available as a free download from iTunes.
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Will Feature UHD Display With 3840 By 2160 Pixel Resolution
Samsung hinted that the upcoming Galaxy Note 5 will feature a UHD Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 3840 by 2160 pixels. Production of the display is slated to begin in August and the device launch is set for fall 2015.
Teens Still Prefer Facebook, Instagram And Snapchat Among Social Media Platforms
Latest research shows that Facebook is still the most preferred social media site among teenagers. While 71 percent of all teens use it, other social media sites such as Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Google Plus, Vine and Tumblr are also popular.
Samsung Anticipates Record Sales For Galaxy S6 And Galaxy S6 Edge As Well As Shortages
Samsung expressed confidence in its upcoming flagship devices that will debut in 20 countries on Friday. However, the company also expects that the supply of curved-screened S6 Edge won't be enough to meet demand.
Buy Off-Contract Moto X And Get Moto Hint Wireless Earbud For Free
Motorola announced that Moto X customers can get a free Moto Hint when they purchase their handset on an off-contract deal. The offer, which will last until April 14, makes the $149-valued Moto Hint absolutely free with every off-contract Moto X purchase.
SingTel Acquires U.S. Cyber Security Firm Trustwave For $810 Million
Singapore Telecommunications is acquiring Trustwave Holdings in a deal that costs $810 million, the company’s largest acquisition to date. The deal would also entail a 98 percent stake for the company.
Intel Unwraps New RealSense Camera At IDF: Here's What It Can Do
Intel announced a new camera that comes integrated with the company's latest RealSense technology. The new module, which is smaller and lighter than the earlier version, can fit into a 6-inch smartphone prototype.
Battle Of Computer Sticks: Chromebit Vs. Compute Stick Vs. MK903V TV Stick Vs. Rikomagic V5
Computer sticks are known for their small form factor, low energy consumption, portability and affordability. While there are dozens of models available on the market today, some of the most popular are the Chromebit, Compute Stick, MK903V TV Stick and the Rikomagic V5.
Four People Trying To Steal Honey From 30,000 Bees: Here's The Result
Four people from Tampa, Fla. were reportedly attacked by a huge swarm of domesticated bees. Three men endured as many as 50 bee stings while the fourth person, an woman, suffered at least a dozen.
Nina Dobrev Leaving 'The Vampire Diaries': Here's Why
Nina Dobrev confirmed rumors that she's leaving 'The Vampire Diaries' at the end of the show's currently running sixth season. Dobrev reportedly declined to sign a new contract and added that she wanted to pursue other projects.
ZTE Launches Blade S6 Plus Phablet Globally Via eBay
Chinese mobile device maker ZTE announced that the ZTE Blade S6 Plus phablet is rolling out globally through eBay. Budget-conscious buyers can now purchase the device for $299.99.
Verizon Rolls Out Galaxy Note 4 Android 5.0 Lollipop Update: Samsung TouchWiz, VoLTE Support, And More
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 users who acquired their devices through Verizon are getting the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop update. The upgrade includes TouchWiz, VoLTE support and some enhancements on the Advanced Voice Calling feature.
Cadillac May Need More SUVs To Tackle Luxury Vehicle Market
Cadillac needed to roll out a stream of new models particularly SUVs in order to meet a huge demand and to keep up with the global trend. Currently, it only has two entries: the SRX midsize and the Escalade.
WhatsApp Voice Calling Will Hit Windows Phone Soon
WhatsApp Voice Calling feature may soon be available to Windows Phone users. Developers confirmed that the much awaited feature is now in the works although the exact release date is still undetermined.
Roku Upgrades Set-Top Boxes: Here's What You'll Get With Roku 2 And Roku 3
Roku has just updated its line of set-top boxes with new features that will make searching and discovering content easier, faster and more relevant. These include voice search and ‘My Feed.’
Caltech Researchers Unveil Tiny Camera Chip That Can Revolutionize 3D Scanning
A new study reveals that in the near future, it will be possible to produce high-resolution 3D objects by taking a snapshot of the image using one’s smartphone. The finding is also seen as a cheaper and more compact solution necessary in consumer applications.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Original Drummer Robert Burns Jr. Passes Away Due To Car Crash
Robert Burns Jr., original drummer and founding member of the rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd, died in a car crash near Cartersville, Georgia. Details surrounding the crash are being investigated by the authorities.
Google Butts Heads With China Web Registrar
Google says the Chrome browser will not accept newly issued digital certificates from CNNIC and MCS Holdings. The Chinese Internet agency finds the move 'unacceptable.'
FCC Clarifies Stance On Broadband And Net Neutrality
The FCC has sent its ruling on net neutrality for publication in the Federal Register. Opposing parties are allowed to challenge the filing once it is formally published.
'Groundhog Day' Getting Broadway Musical: Curtains To Open In 2017
The 1993 hit comedy movie 'Groundhog Day' is now being adapted into a Broadway musical. The new format will take the stage in 2017.
US Sailor Lost At Sea For 66 Days Finally Rescued
Louis Jordan, who had been missing at sea for more than two months, was finally found and rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard. The man was spotted sitting on an overturned hull approximately 200 miles east of Cape Hatteras.
Best Chromebook To Buy: Chromebook Pixel (2015) vs. Acer Chromebook 13 vs. Dell Chromebook 11
Chromebooks have become increasingly popular among consumers who are looking for a cheaper alternative without compromising on performance. The good news is, there are actually some models available that deliver beyond one’s initial expectations.
Price Is Right Model Accidentally Gives Contestant Brand New Car
Price is Right model Manuela accidentally gave away the game’s top prize of a brand new car to one very lucky game contestant. Luckily, the show's host was quick to give the most supportive words.
Honda Unwraps Sportier Civic At New York Auto Show
Honda has unveiled the 10th generation Civic, which it's calling 'charismatic, connected and athletic.' The new car will be released in several incarnations this fall.
HTC One M8s Soon To Land In Europe: Snapdragon 615, 5-Inch HD Display, 13MP Camera
HTC has just unveiled a ‘pocketbook-friendly’ version of the One M8 flagship. Dubbed the HTC One M8s, the new smartphone features the familiar design of its older sibling coupled with specs that place it under the mid-range genre.
EU Brewing Antitrust Charges Against Google: Report
The European Commission is preparing to file formal charges against Google amid the commission's antitrust investigations on the search giant in the past five years.
Obama Announces Bad News For Hackers Overseas Who Threaten The US
President Barack Obama signed a new Executive Order that would, for the first time, allow the U.S. to impose sanctions against individuals and various entities located outside the country if they are suspected of engaging in malicious cyber spying and cyber attacks.
