Articles by Menchie Mendoza
Sony Unwraps PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Limited Edition, Sports PS1 Original Gray Theme
Sony celebrates the 20th anniversary of PlayStation 4 by unveiling a limited edition of the console. To make it more commemorative, the consoles bear the original gray hue and will come in a special white retro box.
Wire Messaging App Promises Simple, Beautiful Conversations, Gets Backing of Skype Co-founder
A new communications app is now out and promises to bring simple and beautiful conversations across various devices and the PC. Dubbed as Wire, the new Swiss startup is being backed by Skype co-founder Janus Friis.
HP Taunts Apple MacBook Air with EliteBook Folio 1020 Business-class Notebooks
HP has just unveiled a new laptop that’s taunted as thinner and lighter than the MacBook Air. Dubbed as the EliteBook Folio 1020, the laptop is designed to cater to serious business users.
Microsoft Announces Death of Clip Art. Say Hello to Bing Image Search
Microsoft is discontinuing the Clip Art feature in its Office products. Users who are in search of imagery would then be redirected to the Bing Image Search engine.
Meet Pacifi, a Smart Pacifier that Sends Your Baby's Temperature to Your Smartphone
A new Bluetooth-enabled smart pacifier has been developed by connected healthcare products maker BlueMaestro. The device is capable of tracking a child’s temperature on pre-determined periods for the whole day.
Marijuana Breathalyzer May Soon Be Reality. Stoned Drivers Beware
A new breath tester for marijuana is currently being developed by a team of researchers from Washington State University. The device, similar to the currently used alcohol breath tests by the police, would make spotting of stoned drivers easier.
Girl Scouts in U.S. Can Now Sell Cookies Online
The Girl Scouts of the U.S. are finally entering the digital era. The online platform 'Digital Cookie' will sell boxes of Samoas, Thin Mints and other all-time favorite cookies by the millions.
Sony Taps Services of Mandiant Forensics to Get Systems Back Online
Sony Pictures Entertainment is enlisting Mandiant forensics to address the massive cyber attack that the studio’s computer network suffered a week ago. The incident is also being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Next Google Glass will have Intel Inside: Report
The next-gen Google Glass will be powered by an Intel chip and shall feature a longer battery life. The Glass is scheduled to be release next year.
Paul Walker Remembered a Year After His Death: Family, Friends, 'Fast & Furious' Co-stars Pay Tribute
Paul Walker, known for his character in the ‘Fast & Furious,’ is remembered by family and friends on the occasion of his tragic death. The actor was only 40 yrs. old when he died last year.
U.S. Supreme Court Tackles Case of Facebook Threats. Freedom of Speech or Grave Offense?
The U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear a case that will reveal its stand on threats that are made online. While some people insists that it should be treated as a crime, there are those who believe otherwise.
Facebook Popularity Drops Among Teens as Tumblr, Pinterest, Snapchat Gain Steam
A new study reveals half of Facebook users in the U.S. and UK access the site less frequently than they used to. More teens now prefer using Tumblr, Pinterest and Snapchat.
Picture of White Cop Hugging Black Boy Spells Hope at Ferguson Protest in Portland
A striking photo of Devonte Hart captured by Portland-based photographer Johnny Nguyen has gone viral. The photo is one of the most memorable taken amid the numerous protests that have erupted over the Ferguson decision.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Trailer is Here but Not Everyone Loves the New Lightsaber
The ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens' trailer has just been released. While the new droids and spacecraft look awesome, the new lightsaber is raking in a number of tweets from disappointed fans.
Mom Shoots Drunk Intruder to Protect Family in Washington
A woman from Washington shot an intruder in a brave move to protect her family. The incident happened at around 3:15 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
UN Panel Against Torture Expresses Concerns About Police Brutality in U.S.
The UN panel against torture urged the U.S. to conduct a thorough investigation on police brutality. The panel further told the U.S. to prosecute those who are responsible in shootings where most of the victims involved were blacks and Latinos.
Motorola Moto X Cyber Monday Deal: Get $140 off or Pay a Penny with Verizon Contract
Motorola announced that the 2014 Moto X will be offered on Cyber Monday at a $140 discount from the list price. It is also offered for an on-contract price of $0.01 when purchased under Verizon.
Apple iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus Might be Killing the iPad. Here's Why
The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus may be setting a trend in the amount of time that users spend on their iPad versus the latest devices. Users now rely more on their smartphones when viewing web-based contents.
Ferguson Reflection of NFL Player Benjamin Watson Goes Viral. Here Are His Powerful Words
Benjamin Watson of the New Orleans Saints opened up his thoughts on the Ferguson decision in a Facebook post which has now gone viral. The NFL player felt inspired to write the post after a game of football on Monday.
Uber Halts Operations in Nevada as Court Issues Injunction
Uber has suspended its services in the state of Nevada following a preliminary injunction issued by a judge from Washoe County District. A spokesman of the ride-sharing service said the ban will cost them almost 1,000 jobs.
'Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare' Havoc DLC Pack Throws Exo Zombies into Co-op Gameplay Experience
Activision announced the soon to be released ‘Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Exo Zombies’ which shall introduce zombies to its survival gameplay. It will be part of the first DLC pack called ‘Havoc’ and is scheduled to launch in January.
OnePlus One Smartphone Black Friday Sale: Sign-up Required but No Invite Needed
OnePlus One jumped on the Black Friday bandwagon with the OnePlus Black Friday sale. Customers can now purchase a smartphone without having to wait for an invite from the company.
President Obama Signs E-Label Act. No More Ugly Labels on Your Gadgets
President Obama has signed into law the E-Label Act. The act will enable electronics makers to use software when adding labels on products instead of printing them on hardware.
Black Friday 2014: Top TV Deals from Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Amazon and Radioshack
Black Friday TV deals bring both good news and bad news to shoppers. The good news is that shoppers will have a wide array of options this year. The bad news, they just might find it harder to choose.
EU Pressures Google to Expand 'Right to be Forgotten' Coverage Globally
The European Union has issued a new set of guidelines that will push Google to extend the coverage of privacy requests from EU residents on the Google.com site. Though not legally binding, these steps may be taken to make Google comply.
Obama Pardons National Thanksgiving Turkey. So, is it Mac or Cheese? [Video]
President Barack Obama pardoned this year's Thanksgiving turkey. The ceremony was held indoors, amid the cold, wet weather that has hit Washington and other states nearby.
Sony E-Paper Smart Watch in the Works, Ready by 2015: Report
Sony hinted on developing a smart watch that will make use of an e-paper display instead of the traditional LCD version. The wearable, which will also bear the same e-paper technology in its wristband, is scheduled to launch next year.
Black Friday 2014: Best Gadget Deals from Amazon
Amazon revealed a host of tech-related shopping deals on Thanksgiving day and all throughout Black Friday. Attractive bargains has even started to become available since Nov. 21 with new deals being offered every ten minutes for eight straight days.
East Coast Winter Storm May Spell Thanksgiving Nightmare for Travelers
A winter storm is expected to hit the East Coast on Wednesday, bringing with it an unwelcome pre-Thanksgiving spoiler made up of rain, sleet and snow. Some people had to reconsider their travel plans.
Florida Police Nab Teens for Organizing High School Prostitution Ring on Facebook
Florida police arrested two teens accused of organizing a prostitution ring of students who come from high schools nearby. A 21-year old man was also arrested for having sex with a 15-year old who was forced into the prostitution.
