Articles by Quinten Plummer
Ford Focus ST or Escape crossovers from model years 2013-2014 recalled for wiring problem
Just days after recalling roughly 83,000 vehicles, Ford calls back 166,000 automobiles to address wiring issues. The wiring problem could cause the subject cars to stall.
Sony stakes deep gaming lead, but Microsoft isn't ready to give it up
A new report confirms Sony's PlayStation 4 won the month of July in sales, although companies would provide no hard figures. While Sony celebrates a seventh consecutive month leading Microsoft's Xbox One, both consoles are driving the gaming industry beyond historic numbers.
Robot hitching its way across Canada, sharing exploits in social media
A hitchhiking robot successfully makes it from one end of Canada to the next and is on its return trip. The unwitting robot is part of a study on human interaction with artificial intelligence.
iPhone 6 leaks reveal supposed form factor specs
Pics of what's said to be an iPhone 6 hit the Internet. Like other rumors, this one may need to be consumed with a pinch of salt.
Samsung spends $200M for a pretty smart thing: An open smart home platform
Samsung's reveals how it will approach the Internet of Things. The Korean tech titan acquires SmartThings, a home automation developer with a deep collection of smart products.
RollerCoaster Tycoon World PC version arriving early 2015
After more than 10 years away from PCs, a desktop version of the RollerCoaster Tycoon series will be released in early 2014. Developer Pipeworks promises RollerCoaster Tycoon World players will enjoy the game for a flat price, disavowing microtransactions.
Three-wheel Elio rolling toward market debut
The Elio and its 84-mpg performance will revolutionize motoring societies, Elio Motors says. The company plans to produce 250,000 of the three-wheel vehicles before the conclusion of 2016.
AMD celebrating 30 years of making chips, gaming innovation
AMD prepares to celebrate 30 years of graphics and gaming. Expect the company to cover as many forward-looking topics as items of reverie.
Motorola may be prepping two new smartphones, hints teaser site
As rumors of an iWatch announcement surface, Motorola prepares to launch its smart watch just days before Apple's rumored announcement. Plus, a new Moto G and Moto X are teased in Motorola's announcement about its Sept. 4 Moto 360 unveil.
WWE debuts digital card game for the wrestling fan
2K releases WWE trading card game. 'WWE SuperCard' brings competitive card action to iOS and Android devices.
Smart watch, app latest research weapon in understanding Parkinson's disease
Wearable tech can collect and transmit data from individuals who have Parkinson's in real time, and big data can analyze it, giving researchers an edge in treatment. Intel and the Michael J. Fox Foundation team up to push the effort forward.
Banned app takes creative approach to make money in China
The Chinese government blocks a foreign messaging app, but the company behind the software isn't done making money in China. Line, of Japan, sells merchandise based on characters in its messaging app in a Chinese village.
Troubleshooting app issues is becoming a heavier IT burden, says study
Businesses struggle to support their apps, according to a new study. An hour of troubleshooting is often not enough time to resolve app issues, the study states.
Yes, you have to tip that robot butler (Video)
A Silicon Valley hotel is preparing to put a robotic butler to work. Known as Botlr, the three-foot-tall robot is expected to hold its own when the hotel gets busy.
Facial recognition tech leads feds to fugitive charged with sex abuse
The U.S. State Department's new facial recognition software helps the FBI track a fugitive to Nepal. The FBI hopes to have its own facial recognition software soon.
'Call of Duty' reveals new mechanics, early access come November (Video)
Thanks to a new, three-year development cycle at Activision studios, Sledgehammer Games got time to make a lot of changes to the multiplayer roles in the latest 'Call of Duty' game. For players anxious to get into their exoskeleton suits, Activison is offering zero-day access to 'Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare.'
'Silent Hills' return features 'Walking Dead' star Norman Reedus
Hideo Kojima, Guillermo Del Toro and Norman Reedus join forces on the latest installment in the Silent Hill series. Revealed as PT, playable teaser, 'Silent Hills' isn't for the faint of heart.
Is Dish the best partner for T-Mobile? Some experts say yes, but Dish is lusting for Sprint
Tech analysts are lightly mentioning a merger between Dish Network and T-Mobile. But if a Dish Network leader's remarks are any indication of the company's strategy, it may be more likely there's a merger ahead with Sprint.
BioWare 'Shadow Realms' is action-packed, role-paying episodic game
BioWare brings back dungeon masters in its latest RPG. In 'Shadow Realms,' players gifted with superhuman abilities will face off against a human-controlled Shadowlord.
Gawker Media called out by staff to help stop posting of rape, violent GIFs
Women's interest blog raises its voice against a flood of rape GIFs on its site. So far, the parent company hasn't done anything to stop the flood of obscene images, say Jezebel staffers.
'Angry Bird' creators ready to unwrap 'Best Friends' app
Upcoming puzzler 'Best Friends' can be just as big as 'Angry Birds,' according to ex-Rovio executives. Despite not having released 'Best Friends' yet, the executives plan to create a game trilogy with the new franchise.
Google joins $300M undersea cable project
Google adds girth to a consortium of tech companies seeking to construct a high-speed cable across the Pacific Ocean. Known as Faster, the project will connect hubs along the West Coast of the U.S. with stations in Japan.
'Rise of Tomb Raider' will hit Xbox exclusively, PC and PS4 options to arrive later
The 'Rise of the Tomb Raider' will be an un-timed Xbox One exclusive. Looking back at Microsoft and Crystal Dynamic's treatment of the rebooted Tomb Raider series, the evidence was there all along.
Alienware Alpha console may forever change where gamers play
Alienware modifies Windows 8.1 and partners with Nvidia on a custom GPU to create a Steam Machine. Known as the Alpha, the PC console will render all currently available games in 1080p and at a solid 60 FPS, says Alienware.
GameStop goes simple in revamping trade-in program
GameStop prepares for the Aug. 18 launch of a new trade-in system. Long gone are the days of the tense appraisals.
Google, Microsoft, others support Facebook in user privacy dispute
Tech companies support Facebook as the social networking company fights to prevent more broad search warrants seeking access to user data. Civil liberties unions say Facebook was right to challenge warrants that sought data from 381 Facebook accounts.
Comparing HTC One M8, Google Nexus is like comparing mangoes to apples
The Windows-powered HTC One M8 has drawn a lot of comparisons to the Google Nexus 5. But it's the little things that add up to set the smartphones apart.
Microsoft Xbox continues to struggle, but YoYo promises a big development boost
Third-party company makes it easier for game developers to create multiplatform games for Microsoft hardware. The GameMaker: Studio software from YoYo Games gives Microsoft a much-needed boost going into Gamescom 2014.
Zynga goes mobile, inks high-profile sports gaming deals
After securing NFL and Tiger Woods licenses, Zngya expands its mobile reach into the world of sports. Zynga's newest division, Zynga Sports 365, has already released NFL Showdown in select markets.
We are worth paying for, claims 'Metro Redux' game maker
The remastered version of 'Metro 2033' is worth every penny, says developer 4A Games. We understand if the remake of the sequel doesn't move gamers to purchase 'Metro: Last Light Redux,' the developer concedes.
