Articles by Quinten Plummer
Drones Vs. Drones? Secret Service Will Conduct Unmanned Aircraft Systems Tests Near White House
The Secret Service prepares to conduct drone exercises over the White House's previously restricted airspace. The agency says it is also working with authorities in Paris, where mysterious drone sightings have raised concerns over security.
Spice Up Your Android Smartphone With These Best Android Launchers
Google is promoting Android with the slogan: 'Be together, not the same.' The seven Android launchers listed in this roundup will help consumers realize the second half of that slogan.
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Havoc DLC To Rebalance Over 15 Base Weapons: What We Know So Far
Sledgehammer Games prepares to retune 15 base weapons in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. The rebalancing may come packaged in the Havoc DLC.
Homeworld Remastered Collection Review Roundup: What Fans Can Look Forward To
It's time again to take the helm of spacefaring civilization, guiding it through massive battles and onward to its home world. The Homeworld Remastered Collection is out now, whipped into shape and dressed up for modern computers.
Google Chrome To Warn You Before You Visit Harmful Sites
Google updates its Safe Browsing system. The company recently expanded its efforts in Chrome, Search, and ads to keep users safer by weeding potentially malicious websites out of results, says a Google software engineer.
Consumer Reports Ranks Best Cars: Tesla Model S Is Best Overall
American cars have their strongest showing in Consumer Reports' Top Picks list since 1998. Japanese brands continued to decline, while the Tesla Model S shined once again.
Internet Of Things Can Run At Lower Power Thanks To MIT Chip Design
With a landmark design that could have a major impact on the IoT revolution, MIT researchers expand sensor energy efficiency a hundredfold. Meanwhile, Verizon expects connected devices to increase fourfold by 2020.
Hosting Problem? Pirate Bay Goes Down Again, Users Redirected To Mobile Bay
The Pirate Bay hits choppy waters. The embattled site's search engine is still up, but its homepage is down.
Google Testing Inbox App For Work
The slow and methodical rollout of Inbox by Gmail is now preparing to reach enterprises. Inbox was created to reinvent the way you get things done, says the app's product manager.
Gemalto Claims Products Are Secure, Continues Investigation On Stolen SIM Card Encryption Keys
Early in its internal investigation, SIM card manufacturer Gemalto said it found no evidence that it had been compromised by the NSA and GCQH operatives. It intends to announce the finding of its investigation soon.
Lenovo Faces Class-Action Lawsuit For Preloaded Superfish Adware
Months after Superfish was discovered swimming in the depths of Lenovo computers, consumers have launched a class action lawsuit against the company for its use of the spyware. Lenovo says Superfish was preloaded onto computers in an effort to improve consumer shopping, but admits the software has the ability to breach secure connections.
Developer Makes iPhone Notifications Possible On Android Wear (Video)
A developer puts an iPhone and a Moto 360 in the same room and forces them to talk to one another. While the cross-platform conversation is notable, Apple CEO Tim Cook says the Apple Watch will be the first smartwatch to change the way people live their lives.
Bill Gates Explains How And Why China Is Developing So Fast: Be Prepared To Be Shocked
China's rapid growth is evidenced by the stunning amount of concrete it consumed in just three years. However, China's isn't as thirsty for scrap metal as it once was.
Google Talk App For Windows Set To Retire On Feb. 23: Check Out These Alternatives
Google Talk has been put to peace, but not everyone is ready to hang out with its successor. For those not ready for Google Hangouts, here are four alternative programs for desktop communications.
Apple's Latest iPad Ad With Martin Scorsese Narration Is Awesome And Complements 2015 Oscar Awards (Video)
Apple's latest ad spot was created entirely on iPads. The short film, created by the Los Angeles High School for the Arts, features narration from Martin Scorsese.
Battle Of The Best Small Tablets: iPad Mini 3 Vs. Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Vs. Nexus 9 Vs. Dell Venue 8 7000
Four tablets, all under 10 inches, trade blows in a battle for a spot in purses, backpacks and messenger bags. It's a battle between three heavyweights and a welterweight that's fit for pay TV.
Lenient NHTSA Fines Defective Airbag Maker $14,000 Per Day For Non-Cooperation In Investigation
A daily penalty of $14,000 can be easily shrugged off by a company of Takata's size. For this reason, the NHTSA is also asking Congress for more power to prosecute 'bad actors.'
'The Order: 1886' Review Roundup: Gorgeous But Boring
The beauty of 'The Order: 1886' only runs skin deep. It's fleshed with an underwhelming story and supported by tied gameplay mechanics, according to the reviews.
Battle Of Apple iPhone Lookalikes: Xiaomi Mi 4 Vs. Lenovo S90 Sisley Vs. Huawei Ascend P6 Vs. Meizu MX4
In a galaxy not so far away, Apple's iPhone 6 series is facing an onslaught of clones. These lookalikes also pack some serious weaponry.
Destiny Patch 1.1.1 To Implement Mandatory Matchmaking For Weekly Heroic Strikes
The fat patch labeled "1.1.1" will bring matchmaking to Destiny's Weekly Heroic strikes. Don't try to be a hero -- it won't be possible to roll solo when matchmaking it rolled out.
Edward Snowden: NSA, GCHQ Stole Phone SIM Card Encryption Keys And Snooped On You
NSA backed GCHQ agents stole SIM card encryption keys from the company that produces chips for AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon, according to documents submitted by Edward Snowden. The GCHQ now has an automated process of scanning entire countries, using the stolen keys to tap into cell phone communications.
Yahoo Bets Big On Mobile: Marissa Mayer Woos App Developers With New Tools
Yahoo seeks to fuel its mobile advertising businesses by opening up a dialog with developers during the company's first ever Yahoo Mobile Developer Conference. To woo mobile app developers, Yahoo packages five of its analytics and advertising tools into the new Yahoo Developer Suite.
Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai Foresees 25-Fold Operating Profit Jump By 2018
Sony gets leaner and sets a goal of increasing its 2018 operating profit 25 times what it expects to report in the year ending March. Selling its TV business is now an option.
Outlook App For iOS, Android Includes PIN Lock, Selective Wipe And More: Thank You, Microsoft!
Microsoft makes the mobile version of Outlook safer for enterprises and more appealing to administrators. The update for the iOS and Android versions of Outlook brings pin locks and faster remote wipes.
At What Price? For Extra $29/Month, AT&T Will Not Slurp Privacy Data From GigaPower Users
AT&T offers GigaPower subscribers a way to opt out of targeted ads, though that option won't come free. Paying $30 each month to avoid targeted ads won't stop GigaPower users from being tracked, however.
Superfish Not So Super: Lenovo Laptops Have Preinstalled Adware That Compromises Your Privacy
After being called out by customers, Lenovo stops shipping hardware preinstalled with what it calls potentially unwanted programs. Some users claim the software goes well beyond injecting ads into search results and generating pop-ups.
Wishbone Smart Thermometer Is The Thermometer Every Parent Should Have [Video]
Backers apparently have a fever for a smart, contactless thermometer. The Wishbone has conquered all but one of its stretch goals, as the thermometer prepare to move into production.
56 Million vs. 35 Million: Number Of Men Compared To Number Of Women Using Dating Apps
Almost two thirds of the 91 million people who use dating apps are men, report says. About one fifth of the people who use dating apps subscribe to premium services.
Will Ray Super Remote Be The Last Remote Control You Will Ever Need?
It is one remote to rule them all. Ray Enterprises prepares to launch a smart remote control that's compatible with over 200,000 devices, ranging from cable and satellite boxes to videogame consoles and streaming media hardware.
Microsoft Adopts ISO/IEC 27018 For Personal Data, Privacy Protection In Public Cloud
Microsoft earns the distinction of being the first cloud service provider that is verified to comply with ISO/IEC 27018. 'Customers will only use services they trust,' says Microsoft's general counsel.
