Articles by Menchie Mendoza
Google Kills Google News in Spain as New Copyright Law Takes Effect
Google announced that it is putting an end to its Google News service in Spain. The move is in response to a newly signed Spanish legislation that will require the company to pay news organizations for using their content snippets.
Twitch for Xbox One Receives Big Update: Videos on Demand, Better Search Options, Other Features
Twitch for Xbox One receives a major update that promises users an easier way to find what they want to watch. The change also brings a new ability of Xbox Live to associate real-time gameplay stats with broadcasts.
MIT Develops Computer System to Help Humans Make Decisions
Researchers at MIT have developed a system that could enhance the computers’ ability to discern commonalities from unstructured data. The move is to help humans gain better skills in decision-making.
Facebook Upgrades Search Feature. Here's How to Find Those Old Posts
Facebook has revamped its search feature to allow users to find their own posts and also their friends' over the years. The update is now available to iPhone and desktop users.
Uber Faces Charges in San Francisco, Los Angeles for Illegal Business Practices
Uber is accused of failing to conduct more credible background checks on its drivers and of collecting questionable fees from customers. These practices, according to two district attorneys, are placing the customers' safety at risk.
Apple Warned by Chinese Authorities to Ensure Security and Privacy in its Products
Apple should protect the privacy of its users if it wants to enter China. CEO Tim Cook promised that the company would never reveal customer information to any third-party nor create backdoors in its products.
Is Pirate Bay Unsinkable? File-sharing Site Back Online Following Raid of Swedish Police
The Pirate Bay was knocked offline on a global scale following the raid of the Swedish police. Part of the raid includes seizure of the company’s servers and other equipment.
Apple iOS 8.1.2 is Out: Fixes Ringtone Issues, No Major Update. Should You Upgrade?
Apple released iOS 8.1.2 as the second patch for iOS 8.1. The version is also the fifth update since Apple has released iOS 8.
Microsoft and Accenture Join Hands for Hybrid Cloud Offering
Microsoft and Accenture teamed up to build a new cloud platform that will help businesses in the deployment and management of hybrid environments. The new bundle will be known as ‘Accenture Hybrid Cloud Solution for Microsoft Azure.’
AT&T Selling Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition on Dec. 12. What to Know Before Buying
AT&T will soon be offering the Samsung Gear VR. Early adopters and innovation supporters can get their hands on the Innovator Edition starting on Dec. 12.
Latest Pokemon 3DS Titles hit 7.7M Copies Sold
The latest Pokémon titles from Nintendo marked a milestone when the two games have accounted for more than 7.7 million in global shipments. The two games are dubbed as ‘Pokémon Omega Ruby’ and ‘Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.’
You Can Now Download Vimeo 4K Videos, But No 4K Streaming Just Yet
Vimeo has just announced that Pro subscribers can now enjoy 4K downloads of movies. Videos that are uploaded in 4K to Vimeo On Demand would also be available as paid downloads.
Apple Reveals the Best iOS Apps of 2014
Apple announced its biggest selling and most popular apps of the year. Some of the apps have enjoyed popularity in both the iPhone and the iPad.
DDos Attack Cripples Sony PSN while Microsoft Deals with Xbox Live Woes
Sony’s PlayStation Network and Store had experienced a downtime on Monday. Microsoft’s Xbox Live service also experienced issues on both Xbox One and Xbox 360 as the company has stated on the service’s official support site.
Grumpy Cat Makes Owner $100 million Richer. Still as Grumpy as Ever
Grumpy Cat is now the world’s most famous feline. From being an Internet sensation to becoming a Hollywood star, the cat now has a net worth of more than $100 million.
'Mario Maker' Will Let You Create Your Own Awesome Mario World
Nintendo presented a new trailer for 'Mario Maker' at the Game Awards 2014. The new Wii U game title is designed to let players customize their own Mario courses.
Skype, Lync Users Can Now Video Call Each Other
Video calling between users of Skype and Lync is now available. The integration is in line with Microsoft's upcoming launch of Skype for Business -- a substitute for Lync.
'Justice for Eric Garner' Protest Gains Steam, Crowds Flock to Apple Store, Macy's in NYC
Hundreds of angry protesters took to the streets and major stores in Manhattan. The demonstrations came after a grand jury decided not to indict NYPD officer Daniel Pantaleo in the death of Eric Garner.
Facebook Relaunches Slingshot, a More Snapchat-like 'Share Life as it Happens' App
Facebook reinvented Slingshot, added new features and removed some to allow more frictionless sharing. The new app, which is now available to iOS and Android users, is all about ‘sharing life as it happens.’
Game Awards 2014: 'No Man's Sky' Gameplay Trailer is All About Space Travel, Colorful Worlds [Video]
'No Man's Sky' is one of the biggest indie titles showcased at the recently concluded Game Awards 2014. The game is coming first to PS4 and later to PC gamers.
James Bond 'Spectre' will Feature Aston Martin DB10 Hero Car
The latest James Bond flick is set to hit the big screen with a new vehicle to showcase. The Aston Martin DB10 is a descendant of the DB5, the spy film classic's most iconic car.
Retailers Pull 'Grand Theft Auto V' from Target, Kmart in Australia
Target Australia is pulling video game title 'Grand Theft Auto' from store shelves after receiving feedback from customers that the game shows violence against women. Kmart joins Target in the pullout.
Samsung, Kingston SSDs Survive Tech Experiment (or Torture). Two Petabytes and Still Going
An SSD Endurance Experiment showed that the drives of Samsung and Kingston are capable of handling two petabytes of data writes. The drives in particular are the Samsung 840 Pro and Kingston HyperX 3K.
Sony Cyber Attack Lesson #1: Don't Save Passwords in a Directory Called 'Password'
Sony Pictures Entertainment kept thousands of company passwords in a file directory called 'Password.' The discovery was learned after hackers published the leaked information on the net.
Taiwan Accuses Apple, Xiaomi, Samsung, Other Smartphone Manufacturers of Violating Privacy Laws
Taiwan named twelve of the world’s biggest smartphone makers which are believed to be non-conforming to its privacy standards. Regulatory officials said that the manufacturers could be charged with fines or be banned unless the issues are resolved.
Toyota Recalls 190,000 More Vehicles in Japan, China Due to Defective Air Bags
Toyota announced that it will conduct a recall of 190,000 more vehicles in order to replace the defective Takata air bags. The affected vehicles are those found in Japan and China.
Veteran Confronts Alleged Fake Army Ranger Enjoying Military Discounts on Black Friday [Video]
A man dressed in an army uniform was confronted by a veteran who spotted him doing his shopping on Black Friday. According to the veteran, he became suspicious with the inconsistencies found in the uniform.
Holograms that You Can See ... and Feel? Yes, Thanks to Ultrasound [Video]
A new device allows one to touch and feel 3D shapes that are suspended in the air. How is this possible?
New Apple Patent Shows Future iPhone Might Have Protective Mechanism. Buh-bye Cracked Screens
The new Apple patent is meant to deliver a futuristic way to protect iPhone devices. It recognizes when the phone is dropped, calculates the point of impact, and even shifts its center of gravity in order to protect sensitive components.
Valve Introduces Steam Broadcasting. Should Twitch Worry?
Valve has just introduced Steam Broadcasting in a beta feature that aims to be in direct competition with Twitch. It is said to cater to more casual users who are not identified with large followings nor entwined with sponsorship deals.
