Articles by Quinten Plummer
Nokia Could Be Planning A Comeback With New Wearable Device Soon
Moonraker might be dead, but it seems Nokia's wearable tech dreams are still very much alive. Its constitution says so.
3 Out Of 10 iPhone Buyers In The Last Three Months Are Android Defectors
Nearly one third of iPhone sales in Apple's fourth quarter came from Android defectors, the company says. It still has plenty of iPhone customers to upgrade as well.
Sony Announces ‘Gran Turismo Sport’ For PlayStation 4 And PlayStation VR, Beta To Come In 2016
Sony just announced Gran Turismo Sport. It doesn't seem like a spinoff even though it's named like one.
Windows 10 Release Date For Xbox One Announced: Here’s All The Cool New Features You Can Expect
The NXOE gets a release date. Here's a recap of what to expect for the Xbox One's Windows 10 update.
Some Nexus 5X Owners Complain Of Yellowish Hue: Google To Replace Units With Discolored Screens
Some Nexus 5X handsets have been afflicted with a yellowing condition. White tones on the display are tinted yellow, but it appears Google is on top of the problem.
It’s Official: Asus ZenFone 3 With USB Type-C Ports In The Pipeline
There's a good chance Asus' next Zenfone will include USB Type-C. However, the company isn't quite ready to discuss the Zenfone 3 at length just yet.
Hot Startup Theranos In Hot Water As Walgreens Slams Brake On Their Wellness Centers' Expansion Plan
Walgreens takes a break in its relationship with blood work startup Theranos. The Silicon Valley darling denies misleading outsiders and amends the results of its proprietary system for comprehensive lab testing.
Capcom Humble Bundle Boasts Resident Evil 4, DmC; Drags Along Lost Planet 3
Calling all collectors: the Humble Capcom Bundle is worth your charitable dollars, but its time is almost up. Even the worst games in the bundle are worth the price.
Chromecast 2.0 vs. Chromecast Audio: Differences Explained And Which Chromecast Should You Buy
The Chromecast family swelled to three last month, which may have confused those who caught the news in passing. For those who are thinking about scoring one of the three Chromecasts, here's what you need to draw up a play.
Justice Department Wants Court To Force Apple To Decrypt iPhones Because Apple Licenses, Not Sells, iOS
The DoJ launches a new strategy at Apple with hopes of compelling the company to unlock an iPhone. This one should scare those concerned about government overreach.
Cortana Now Available For Xbox Live To Pull Data From Your Gaming Activities
Ahead of the NXOE, Cortana gets her digital hands on some Xbox Live data. Users will have to give her permission, of course.
Apple Music For Android Screenshots Leak Ahead Of Release
Some pretty convincing images purport to show the interface of Apple Music for Android, which is expected to launch this fall. Hey Apple, what about a Windows Phone release?
2016 Mini Convertible Revealed, All Set For Release In March 2016
The BMW Group announced the next MINI Convertible. It still has the go-kart feel, says the BMW Group.
Not Just ‘Final Fantasy VII’: Square Enix To Remake Other Classic Games For Consoles, PC And VR
Square Enix has no plans of letting up on the HD remakes, but it's polishing up more than just Final Fantasy games. The company will also set the classic video games into an HD remake.
Comcast Planning To Launch Own Wireless Service Piggybacking On Verizon’s 4G LTE Network In 2016
Comcast has taken another major step towards being a wireless carrier. Verizon facilitated it, though it is expressing doubt about Comcast's alleged plans.
Homeland Security Officials To Get A Warrant Before Using Stingray Cell Phone Trackers
Homeland Security tells itself and other agencies to get warrants before tracking cell phones. There are still ways around that and reasons to do so.
Aston Martin Unveils All-Electric RapidE Sports Car Concept With 1,000 Horsepower
Aston Martin shows off a prototype of its all-electric RapidE. The privately held, luxury automaker is looking to drum up the support needed to bring the car to production.
Spotify Finally Lands On First-Generation Chromecast: Here’s How To Get The Update
A firmware update finally brought Spotify to the first-gen Chromecast. It's a gradual delivery, but you don't have to sit by idly.
Polar A360 Is A Good-Looking Fitness Tracker With In-House Developed Heart Rate Monitor And Smart Coaching
The A360 is a marked departure from Polar Electro's past, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The smart-looking fitness tracker is up for a competitive price.
Bungie Rolls Out Destiny Hotfix To Make Nightfall Strikes More Rewarding
Bungie dishes out a quick fix for Nightfall Strikes and the Nightstalker class. The later fix is more of a band aid, however.
Spotify Lands On Apple App Store Top Spot As Tim Cook Touts Apple Music
Apple Music is doing well, but Spotify is doing better. The streaming music service has soared to the top spot of Apple's own App Store.
‘Street Fighter V’ Second Beta With Cross-Platform Play All Set For Oct. 22: Here Is The Full Schedule
Capcom details the second beta period for Street Fighter V. It'll include cross-platform play! Capcom just announced a subject-to-change list of dates for the second beta for Street Fighter V.
Homemade 3D-Printed, Handheld Railgun With Arduino Uno R3 Inside Fires Projectiles At 559 MPH
A DIYer has pieced together a railgun of 3D printed pieces and other parts. The 3D printed prototype made by the U.S Navy is considered legit.
FAA Announces Task Force To Create Drone Registration Program To Begin Before The Year Ends
The FAA wants operators to register drones. If that doesn't curtail the rise of rogue drones, there's still that other option the concerns microwaves.
Surface Book Preorders Getting Declined: Customers Forced To Reorder And Wait For Eight Weeks
For some who expected to get a hold of their Surface Book at launch, there have been some annoying bad news. The wait could be pushed back to months.
George Mueller Dies At 97: 'Father Of Space Shuttle' Played Crucial Role In Shaping NASA
The Father of the Space Shuttle passed away Oct. 12. George Mueller's work on calculated risks made the moon landing possible for the 1970's.
NYC Taxis Will Test GPS-Based Meters, Ditch Taxi TVs To Fend Off Rivals
A new pilot program will test the reliance of New York City's taxis on GPS-based meters. The shift comes at a critical time as the likes of Uber and Lyft dig into the taxi cab system with their ridesharing models.
Sprint Will Throttle Heavy Data Users To Protect 97 Percent: Farewell Unlimited Data Plan
Sprint is shutting down an "occupy" movement. The company has joined the US' other top carriers in throttling the heaviest of mobile data users.
Amazon Wants To Take On Google Glass And HoloLens, Files Augmented Reality Glasses Patent
Amazon may be prototyping some augmented reality goggles or glasses. The company is at least looking into to tech related to AR.
Gamers Furious As ‘Payday 2’ Developers Add Microtrasanctions To Crimefest Annual Event
The developers behind Payday 2 deploy a new way to get to player's vaults. That's right. The game now includes microtransactions.
