The upcoming Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 update is said to include support for native folders, bigger devices, and interactive smart cases. The yet-to-be announced OS update is anticipated to arrive this coming August.
A new exoplanet was recently discovered along the 'frost' line. It was seen 1,000 light years from the Earth. The alien planet has 704 days in one year.
The Social Security Administration’s multi-million project to upgrade the computer systems for disability claims is still in its testing phase. It’s been six years since it was planned but delays were a concern.
Facebook's second quarter sales hit $791 million, up by 138 percent compared to last year. Share reached a record high at $75.05, the highest since 2012.
Nest Labs has launched a new home automation network protocol called the Thread. The goal of the industry group is to standardize the protocol and bring more members to build a new ecosystem.
Google is believed to have a one-hour policy to counter-offer Facebook's offers. US District Judge Lucy Koh has yet to make a decision on the $324 million settlement.
Google has started to receive applications for the developer hardware. The dev boards will be ready to ship before the month of July ends.
London-based software firm This Place developed a new telekinetic app called the MindRDR. The Google Glass app allows the user to take a photo without touch or voice command.
Apple has tapped TSMC to supply new A8 chips for the upcoming iPhone 6 and the next-gen iPad. Samsung is no longer the exclusive chip manufacturer for Apple.
Lawmakers in San Francisco approved a law that allows the mentally ill to undergo forced treatment. The approval drew criticism from advocacy groups saying this is against civil rights.
Apple can now file for retail store layout trademark in Europe. Appeal was first rejected by a German court but was later on heard by the EU Court.
Vertu and Bentley partnered to come up with a new luxury smartphone. The unnamed handset will be out this October. Three other phones will also be introduced as part of the 5-year partnership.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra has been called to testify next week at a Senate subcommittee meeting. Other GM executives have been invited to join the carmaker and Delphi Automotive CEO Rodney O’ Neal.
Parents part of the LGBT community raise kids that are happier and healthier based on a study by the University of Melbourne researchers. The research studied 315 gay parents and 500 children.
Matterport, 3D camera manufacturer, has raised another $16 million in a Series B funding. The company is set to innovate 3D imaging technology and bring it into mobile devices.
Microsoft is releasing the new Kinect for Windows v2 Sensor this July 15. The product is now ready for pre-order online at the Microsoft Store.
Google is planning to beat Amazon when it comes to the online shopping game. The Google Shopping Express now also offers same-day delivery in select cities in the United States.
New York cupcake empire Crumbs is shutting down all stores one week after being removed from Nasdaq. The company has been seeing a decline in sales since last year.
Researchers are studying the possible psychotherapeutic effects of the Magic Mushrooms. Fifteen volunteers injected with the psilocybin psychedelic ingredient found in the mushrooms were found to be in a dream-like state.
Virgin Galactic is set to launch the first spaceflight before 2014 ends. The company has partnered with a local hotel and caterer in New Mexico to serve the astronauts in training.
BMW workers are being given custom-fit “super-thumbs” while inside the factory. These 3D-printed thumbs fit like a second skin, allowing workers to press on buttons with less strain.
Uber has started to gain attention in Taipei and taxi cab drivers are complaining. The startup is set to expand in Taiwan and the rest of greater China.
Apple still reigns as the top smartphone manufacturer while Android continues as the top mobile platform in the United States Smartphone Subscriber Market share.
A couple got engaged at the Facebook HQ in Menlo Park, California. Steve Kawalit and Nafis Joon met through Facebook with the help of the cryptic “poke” feature.
Facebook has introduced the new ‘Events For You’ section. This feature shows a more streamlined design and has added recommended events the user might be interested in.
Google has blocked an important email meant for Goldman Sachs. A contractor made a mistake of sending a report to a 'gmail' account instead of a 'gs.com' address.
Google is changing its AdWords policy. Sexually explicit content and words are no longer permitted. Adult dating and entertainment sites are still allowed though.
Salesforce recently updated the Salesforce1 Mobile app to include new functionalities. Business data reports, dashboards, CRM can now be easily accessed and customized by the user.
WWE Champion John Cena will be the latest cover of the 2k15 Video Game by Yukes and Visual Concepts. Cena is popular fixture in media so he’s expected draw more attention this year.
Facebook has launched the 'missed call' marketing strategy in India which will soon roll out in Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa. Main targets are feature phone users which are common in the emerging markets.