Articles by Nicole Arce
Kiss and Make Up? Sony Offers Discounts, Extends PlayStation Plus Memberships Following PSN Outage
Sony tries to make up for the Dec. 25 outage that outraged several gamers around the world when they couldn't activate their new PlayStations on Christmas Day. Here is what PS owners get.
Apple Annual Lucky Bag Sale in Japan: Here's What iDevice Lovers Get this Year
Japanese tech enthusiasts receive a bag of Apple goodies on the cheap during this year’s annual Lucky Bag sale in Japan.
Big Blow: Xbox Live Founder Boyd Multerer Quits - 'Goodbye Microsoft. It Was A Good Run'
Microsoft suffers the blow of another Xbox executive leaving. This time, it’s Xbox’s “father of invention” who packs his bags.
Chevron Will Accept Apple Pay at Gas Stations in 2015
The Apple-Chevron partnership expands to accommodate Apple Pay at the gas pump next year. Chevron has announced that it will be introducing Apple Pay at its gas pumps, allowing customers to fill up their tanks with their iPhones and, when Apple introduces it, Apple Watches.
Double Bogey: Obama Declines Wedding Invitation of Army Couple, Asks to Change Venue for Golf Game
The President's love for golf almost caused him to destroy a soldier's dream wedding. Thankfully, not everything was ruined.
Granny Says 'Thank God' as iPhone Turns Into Chocolate on Christmas Day (Video)
Most people would definitely find this a cruel prank if it was done to them, but not to one grandma.
Apple Offering 14-Day Refund Policy in EU for iTunes, App Store Purchase: Why Not the US?
Apple customers can now receive refunds for their iTunes purchases within 14 days after buying, but the refund policy is not without a catch.
Fiat Chrysler Recalls 67,000 Pickup Trucks Due to Faulty Clutch Switch
FCA issues a voluntary global recall for nearly 67,000 older-model pickup trucks due to a problem with the clutch switch linked to the death of a child.
Pinterest to Open Promoted Pins to All Advertisers Starting Jan. 1
Social media platform Pinterest will start fully monetizing its website with the rollout of Promoted Pins. The initiative carves out a wider advertising space for all online marketers.
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Gets Chicken Hat Mode - Kojima Trolling at its Best
Fanboys get a taste of classic Kojima trolling as the legendary Japanese developer introduces a goofy new feature that gamers are going to love.
First 2015 Ford Shelby GT 350 Mustang to Cross Auction Block for Charity
Ford is about to make big money on the auction of the first 2015 Shelby GT350 to roll off the production line but not for itself.
Missing AirAsia Flight QZ8501 and Malaysia Airlines MH370: Similarities and Differences of These Air Travel Tragedies
The AirAsia flight that went missing on Sunday eerily resembles the Malaysia Airlines flight that suffered a similar fate, but experts think the differences between the two could be key to the former’s discovery.
Karma Strikes Back: Alleged Victims Sue Sex Offender Who Snagged $3 Million Florida Lottery
Karma has a funny way of showing itself. Two brothers have sued a Florida registered sex offender after the man won $3 million at the lottery.
Oops! Twitter Thinks it's Almost 2016: Massive Sign-in Issues Bug Android App Users
Twitter users are unable to log in after the microblogging platform accidentally skipped almost an entire year.
Anonymous to Lizard Squad: Keep Your Hands off Tor
Hacktivist group Anonymous has remained in the background as Lizard Squad lambasted Sony’s PlayStation Network and Microsoft’s Xbox Live. Anonymous will not, however, stay there for long as Lizard Squad attempts to target Tor.
No, FBI. North Korea May Not Have Hacked Sony Pictures After All
It's back to square one for all the armchair investigators trying to figure out who was behind the massive Sony hack.
Did Kim Dotcom Rescue Xbox Live and PlayStation Network Users from Lizard Squad? You Decide
Did Kim Dotcom save gaming for Christmas? Or did he just make things worse? Kim Schmitz, better known as Kim Dotcom, offered lifetime premium access to his MegaPrivacy service to have the hackers of Lizard Squad stop attacking PlayStation Network (PSN) and Xbox Live.
Tesla Roadster Upgrade Package Boasts Range Over 400 Miles on Single Charge: Here's How
Tesla unveils Roadster 3.0. The auto maker will soon give car enthusiasts a live demonstration from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
Apple Outs 'Best of 2014' Apps List: Did You Try These Free and Paid Apps?
Here are the apps that gave iPhone and iPad users the best iOS experience of the year, according to Apple.
'Happy Boxing Day' is Trending on Twitter. What's the History Behind the Celebration?
Happy Boxing Day! But wait. What are we actually celebrating? It's the day after Christmas and as many people stay at home to lounge around and feast on leftovers, people are flocking to Twitter to greet one another with a "Happy Boxing Day!" Happy Boxing Day! Portia got up early and put everything in boxes.
Toyota Works on Hydrogen Car with a Dose of Luxury: Introducing Lexus LS FCEV
Toyota seems serious about making fuel cell vehicles the future of transportation with the introduction of a new Lexus LS running solely on hydrogen.
Not a Merry Christmas: Xbox Live and PlayStation Network Get Pwned by Lizard Squad
Gamers who received a new video game console this Christmas won’t be able to play on their new PlayStation or Xbox gaming systems for the holidays. Gaming Networks Get Pwned by Lizard Squad.
Wisconsin Man Celebrates Christmas with Same Old Tree for 40 Years. Here's Why
Most people take a Christmas tree, decorate it in their living room, and discard it for a new tree the following year. Not Neil Olson. He's been with his tree since 1974.
Got Unwanted Gift Cards for Christmas? You can Exchange them for... Wal-Mart Gift Cards
Wal-Mart just figured out a way to make more money by taking those unwanted and unused gift cards gathering dust in people’s shelves.
IIHS Top Safety Pick List for 2015 Is Out: Which Cars, SUVs Are the Safest on Road?
Increasing regulatory scrutiny of automakers has left a positive mark on the industry. This year’s Top Safety Pick list by the IIHS includes more cars than before.
What's Up with WhatsApp? Leaked Screenshots Indicate Voice Calling Coming Soon
Leaked images show WhatsApp is coming out soon with the long-rumored voice calling feature. Here is what it currently looks like.
Here's How to Say Merry Christmas in Different Languages
In a global village, it’s only apt that we know how to greet our friends from all over the world “Merry Christmas” in their own languages.
RPX Buys Nortel Patent Portfolio from Rockstar for $900 Million: Patent War No More?
The smartphone patent wars are drawing to a close. Is this the start of a more mature industry that focuses on competing in the market and not in the courtroom?
ITC Will Probe Samsung Complaint of Patent Infringement Against NVIDIA
The patent wars are far from over, at least for Samsung, whose case against NVIDIA moves forward in the International Trade Commission.
Holiday Deals 2014: Top Last-Minute Tech Deals from Best Buy, Target, Wal-Mart and More
Looking to make some last-minute holiday shopping purchases? The following stores offer the best deals this Christmas.
