Articles by Regina Balana
Fake 5G Icon Appears In Some AT&T iPhones After Latest iOS Beta
AT&T’s 5G E badge first appeared on some Android phones in early January. Now iPhone users are in for a 'new' network, courtesy of the iOS 12.2 beta 2 update.
14-Year-Old Boy Who Found FaceTime Bug Could Be Eligible For Apple's Bug Bounty Program
The boy who discovered an eavesdropping FaceTime bug might receive monetary rewards from Apple. Reports said that an Apple executive flew to Arizona to thank the teenager for his find.
Spotify Reportedly Plans To Acquire Podcast Firm Gimlet Media
Spotify is reportedly looking to expand its content through purchasing podcast producer Gimlet Media. Both companies are said to be in 'advanced talks,' according to sources.
Titanfall Maker Respawn Set To Launch New Battle Royale Game Apex Legends
A new battle royale game from Respawn is launching sooner than expected. After reports of a new game just last weekend, Respawn CEO confirmed that 'Apex Legends' comes out Monday, Feb. 4.
Verily Is Making Smart Shoes That Can Measure Weight And Detect Falls
Alphabet’s Verily has a new project that focuses on weight and movement tracking. Reports say that the company has been in talks with possible partners that can help launch its smart shoes.
Huawei Set To Unveil 5G Foldable Phone On Feb. 24
Foldable phones are coming this year. Huawei tweeted a teaser of its first 5G foldable phone, possibly making a debut at MWC 2019 in Barcelona.
Your Phone's Battery Might Not Survive Extreme Temperatures: How To Prevent It From Shutting Down
Frosty weather is here again, courtesy of the polar vortex. It’s important to keep yourself warm, but your device needs some protection from the cold, too.
MIT Engineers Develop A Robot That Can Play Jenga
A new robot from MIT uses machine learning algorithms to play Jenga. The robot analyzes its next moves through tactile and visual stimulation.
Overwatch New Assault Map Paris Goes Live On The PTR
Blizzard just released a new assault map on ‘Overwatch’ PTR. The Paris map features the elegant European city, complete with a cabaret, a palace, and a bakery.
Apple Bans Controversial Facebook Research App, Says It's A 'Clear Breach Of Agreement'
Apple has blocked Facebook’s enterprise certificates after an app that harvests users’ data was uncovered. The tech company’s move has also affected beta versions of other Facebook-owned apps.
Facebook Secretly Pays Users To Install A VPN App That Gathers Phone Data
No, it didn’t end with Onavo: Facebook has been acquiring user data through another VPN app. This new data harvesting issue is the latest in Facebook’s growing list of clandestine activities.
The Razer Blade Stealth Laptop In Pink Is Now Available, But Only For A Limited Time
Razer announced that it’s once again selling pink gaming gears. The company also included a Quartz Pink edition of the Blade Stealth 13 to complete that pretty gaming setup.
iOS 12.2 Beta Points To A Possible 7th-Gen iPod Touch And New iPads
New iPads and a 7th-gen iPod Touch are possibly coming soon. These reports come after codes from the iOS 12.2 Beta seem to refer to the rumored devices.
Chrome OS Instant Tethering Now Works With Other Android Phones
Chromebook users might soon be able to use the Instant Tethering feature with other non-Google Android phones. Currently, Instant Tethering only works with Nexus and Pixel phones.
Pixel 3's Latest Ad Picks On iPhone's Low-Light Capabilities
Google has once again proven its flagship phone’s power when it comes to taking quality images. In an ad, the company highlights a camera feature that sets the Pixel 3 apart from the 'Phone X.'
Facebook’s Merger Is Causing Privacy Concerns Among Regulators
Facebook is once again facing privacy issues. After reports surfaced about the company’s plan to merge its messaging apps, lawmakers are now raising concerns on how it’ll affect users’ privacy.
Someone Cracked The Google I/O Puzzle: Event Starts May 7
A developer solved Google’s cryptic post about this year’s I/O, which will apparently take place in May. Google chief Sundar Pichai later on confirmed the event details.
Free-To-Play 'PUBG Lite' Beta Testing Is Now Underway
A lighter version of ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battleground’ is now being tested in Thailand. ‘PUBG Lite’ is a free version created for those who are using lower-end PCs and laptops.
Twitter Tests 'Original Tweeter' Label To Tag Users Who Start A Thread
Twitter tests a new update that helps users figure out who started a thread. The 'Original Tweeter' label will now appear beside a username, though only a limited number of users can see it for now.
Facebook To Discontinue Moments Next Month Due To Low Usage
Facebook’s Moments app will stop working on Feb. 25. The social media company has created a site where anyone who used the app can save and export photos until May.
Over 3 Million Supporters Are Now On Patreon Funding 100,000 Content Creators
Patreon has reached a milestone. Within a year, the membership service has gained a million patrons supporting more than a hundred thousand content creators on its platform.
BlocBoy JB Files Lawsuit Against Epic Games Over 'Shoot' Dance
Epic Games is again facing another lawsuit over a dance move. BlocBoy JB is the next to sue the game developer for using his 'Shoot' dance in 'Fortnite.'
Google Donates Millions, Machine Learning Tools To Wikipedia
To help expand free access to knowledge, Google is donating $2 million to the Wikimedia Foundation. Machine learning and other tools will also be provided to make more diverse Wikipedia content.
Twitter For Web Gets A Redesign: Simplified View, Emoji Button, And More
Twitter’s desktop version is getting a makeover. The micro-blogging site just rolled out an update that has new features such as keyboard shortcuts and an emoji button.
The End Of Windows 10 Mobile: Microsoft Tells Users To Switch To iOS Or Android
Microsoft is pulling the plug on Windows 10 Mobile, and now it tells users to turn to iOS and Android instead. The company will no longer support the mobile OS come Dec. 10.
Rumor: Top-Of-The-Line Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Will Have A Ceramic Back Cover
The most expensive version of the Galaxy S10 will have a ceramic back with metallic luster, according to a new rumor. The ceramic material will likely make the flagship tougher but heavier.
Get $150 Off The Pixel 3 Or Pixel 3 XL On Google Store And Google Fi
Google is once again giving away discounts for the latest Pixel phones. The Pixel 3 and 3 XL are now up for sale on Google Store at $150 off the original price.
Spotify Is Making A Music Player For Cars, Possibly Launching This Year
Rumors of Spotify’s physical product have been making rounds since April last year. A new report now corroborates this speculation, and it says the service may launch it later this year.
Some Android Users’ Supposedly Private Tweets Went Public Due To A Twitter Bug
Twitter for Android users who have set their accounts to private might need to backtrack on their tweets. A bug that makes private tweets public was just uncovered — after four long years.
Google Is Ditching Apps Requiring Call And SMS Permissions
Google is kicking out apps asking for a user's messaging and call data from its Play Store. App developers are now asked to either republish an updated version or resubmit their apps for review.
