Articles by Nicole Arce
Refreshed Toyota Tacoma Pickup to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
Toyota is waiting until next year to unveil the new Tacoma midsize truck. Could this be the Japanese automaker’s answer to GM’s Chevrolet Colorado?
Exotic Luxottica, Intel Partner to Develop Smart Eyewear
Could smart eyewear truly become mainstream? With the help of the fashion industry, Intel believes it can push smart eyeglasses to the market.
Facebook Users Now Get ESET Online Scanner to Fight Malware
Want a free malware scanner? Log into Facebook, which just partnered with a security software provider to offer free malware scanning for all Facebook users. Will users be more secure this time?
Sony Probe Links North Korea to Cyberattack: Here's What the Investigation Revealed
An internal probe by Sony Pictures reveals that the attack was caused by North Korean leader disliking the movie about his assassination, but hacktivists calling for “equality” claim responsibility for the attack.
Google Prepping Launch of Kid-friendly Versions of Products
Google is preparing a kid-friendly version of its most popular products, but privacy advocates call on the FTC to step up its game.
Google CAPTCHA Now Uses Kittens and Turkeys to Help You Prove You're a Human
Nobody likes typing captchas, and they aren’t very helpful anyway. This is why Google thought up of kittens and turkeys to verify a user’s humanity.
Microsoft Unceremoniously Dumps Clip Art in Favor of Bing
Microsoft says goodbye to a 90s icon that has ceased to serve its function. Here's to the days of old, when using Clip Art was high-tech for most high school students.
Twitter's New Anti-Harassment Tools Give Users More Control Against Abusive Tweeps
Twitter ups its anti-harassment game, rolls out a new feature that allows users to flag abusive Twitter users. Here is how to report online abuse on the microblogging site.
Google Glass v2.0 will be Slimmer and Cooler, New Google Patent Filing Suggests
Google files a third patent for a new Google Glass. Let's hope the second version is way cooler than the current one.
Steve Jobs May Become Apple's Worst Enemy in $350 Million Antitrust Trial: Here's Why
Steve Jobs will play a central role against his own company in an antitrust class-action lawsuit accusing Apple of anti-competitive practices that harmed consumers.
Iran Hackers Pose Big Threat to Global Infrastructure: Cylance
A U.S. security startup alleges the Iranian government is behind the widespread attack on major infrastructure systems all over the world. Iran, however, denies involvement.
Sprint to AT&T and Verizon Customers: Pssst, We Will Cut Our Wireless Bill in Half
Want to cut your wireless bill in half? Sprint offers a way to do exactly that but, first, you have to quit your existing provider.
Google Glass 2.0 May Soon Run on Intel Chip
Just when you thought Google Glass is dead, Google decides to push out a new version of the smart eyewear. Here is what you need to know about Google Glass 2.0.
Sony FES Watch Latest to Join Smartwatch Race but Don't Hold Your Breath
Sony is developing its own e-ink smartwatch but doesn’t want to associate its name with the new device. Here is what Sony is up to.
FBI Begins Probe on Sony Pictures Hack as 'Fury,' 'Annie,' Sensitive Data Leak Online
The attack on Sony Pictures cyber-network has caught the attention of the FBI, which warns other U.S. companies of a malware believed to be used in similar attacks on companies by Iran and North Korea.
316,357: Number of GM Vehicles Recalled Over Bum Headlights
General Motors announces another recall, this time involving sedans and SUVs fitted with low-beam headlamps that stop working.
$200 Million: Amount Microsoft Dumped to Buy Email Client Acompli (and Here's Why)
Microsoft spends $200 million on an interesting new acquisition that will help the Windows maker position itself as the cloud provider of choice.
Firefox 34 Officially Gives Google Search Engine the Boot: Yoohoo, Yahoo!
Mozilla officially abandons Google, switches over to Yahoo as its default search provider. Here is what the new Firefox is all about.
Google, NORAD Kick Off Race to Hunt Down Santa with Tracking Sites
Google and NORAD want to help children keep their innocence this Christmas. Both launch Santa tracking sites that let them know where the jolly old man is on Christmas Eve.
Xbox One Sales Prevail Over PS4 Sales on Black Friday: Surprised?
Microsoft’s Xbox One was the top-selling gaming console during this year's Black Friday. What happened to PlayStation 4?
What's Happening in Ferguson? Darren Wilson Resigns, Michael Brown's Family Mulls Civil Suit
Darren Wilson, the officer who escaped indictment in the killing of unarmed Ferguson teenager Michael Brown, resigns. That and more developments in the Ferguson situation here.
$2.5 Billion: Predicted Spending of Americans on Cyber Monday
How much will Americans spend on online shopping this Cyber Monday? A research firm predicts fewer shoppers will shop on Monday but will spend more throughout the entire holiday season.
FAA to Drone Operators: Keep Off Airports, Stay Below 400 Feet
The FAA tries to regulate the operation of unmanned aircraft, but has challenges facing the enforcement of new rules that aim to prevent drones from colliding with large aircraft.
Best Cyber Monday Deals 2014: LG G Watch on Sale for $79.99 on Best Buy
Buyers who are thinking of getting their first smartwatch on the cheap can get the LG G Watch Android Wear smartwatch for $79.99. Here is how to do that.
Poor Xbox One Launch and Sales in Japan Claim First Victim: Takashi Sensui
Xbox One Japan's general manager, Takashi Sensui, will be stepping down from his post. Microsoft is reorganizing following a dismal launch and even poorer sales.
iOS Users Outspend Android Counterparts on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday (and Here's the Proof)
Are Apple users more affluent? Data from IBM shows iOS users spent more money shopping online on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday than Android users.
12.2-inch iPad Air Plus Rumors Project Q2 2015 Launch with A9 Chip
Japanese website Mac Otakara leaks the alleged schematics of the new iPad Pro. The report shows a 12.2-inch iPad with a better processor and dual top and bottom speakers.
Google Play Cyber Weekend Sale: Special Offers on Nexus 9, Chromecast, Nest Thermostat, Smart Watches, Movies and More
Google joins in on the holiday shopping craze by offering a host of Cyber Monday deals for a variety of devices, movies, apps and games.
EU Resolution Calls for Google to Break up -- But Don't Expect Big Changes
European Parliament members support a resolution that calls for breaking up the Google giant into smaller, separate businesses. Free market proponents, however, think the move is an overkill.
Cyber Monday Deals 2014: Amazon Deals Kick Off on Saturday, Will Run for 8 Days
Amazon will start selling a boatload of discounted electronic gadgets for Cyber Monday. The extravaganza begins this Saturday and lasts through to Friday.
