Articles by Ted Ranosa
Apple's Iconic 'Cube' Store In New York City Is Back
Apple's Fifth Avenue retail store will reopen its doors on Friday, Sept. 20. The relaunch of the store coincides with the debut of the company's latest products, including the iPhone 11 and the Apple Watch Series 5.
Nintendo Switch Lite: Here's What Reviewers Are Saying
Nintendo is set to release the Nintendo Switch Lite on Friday, Sept. 20. Some gaming critics have already come out with their thoughts of the smaller and more affordable version of the popular Nintendo Switch.
The Creative Assembly Drops New Total War: Troy Teaser Trailer
The teaser trailer for 'Total War Saga: TROY' is now available for viewing through YouTube. The turn-based strategy game features gameplay elements taken from both historical and mythological accounts of the Bronze Age conflict known as the Trojan War.
Apple Communications Head Steve Dowling Is Leaving The Company
Apple VP of Communications Steve Dowling announced his exit from the company after 16 years. He served as the iPhone maker's head of public relations for 10 years before being handpicked by CEO Tim Cook to become the comms chief.
Samsung Launches New PCIe Gen4 SSDs That Can 'Never Die'
Samsung is looking to leverage its new PM1733 and PM1735 to develop faster and more reliable solid-state drives. The company hopes to usher in a new paradigm in SSD performance with both series.
Platinum-Graphene Combo Gives Fuel Cell Catalysts Superior Stability Over Bulk Platinum: Study
Georgia Tech researchers successfully created a new kind of platinum-based fuel cell catalyst with better stability than bulk platinum. The method used combines atomically-thin platinum films with a layer of graphene.
Pokémon Sword Reveals Sirfetch'd, Farfetch’d's Buff New Form
'Pokémon Sword' has expanded its roster of Pokémon with the introduction of Sirfetch'd. This Wild Duck Pokémon is native to the Galar region and is the evolved form of Farfetch'd.
Apple Offers Early Access To Apple Arcade With iOS 13 Beta
Apple Arcade is reportedly already live and accessible but only for those who are part of the iOS 13 beta. The upcoming gaming service is set to launch officially on Thursday, Sept. 19.
Rockstar Games Releases Its Own PC Games Launcher With Free 'GTA: San Andreas'
Fans of Rockstar Games can now play their favorite titles using the official Rockstar Game Launcher for Windows PC. Downloading the launcher will net users a free copy of 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.'
Microsoft Admits Windows 10 Update 1903 Breaks Wi-Fi
Microsoft and NEC have identified incompatibility issues with Intel and Broadcom Wi-Fi adapters in some NEC computers. The problem may knock out Wi-Fi connection in the devices if the Windows 10 1903 update was to be installed.
AT&T Accused Of Creating Fake DirecTV Now Accounts To Boost Subscriber Numbers
A group of investors has filed a lawsuit against AT&T for misleading shareholders about the growth of its DirecTV Now business. The company allegedly told employees to create multiple fake accounts to boost the streaming TV service's numbers.
Huawei Mate 30 Series Leaks Ahead Of Thursday Launch
Twitter user Evan Blass has released promotional images of the upcoming Huawei Mate 30 smartphones. The leaked photos come a few days before the series' scheduled debut on Sept. 19.
YouTube Shuts Down Its Web-Based TV Interface
The TV-friendly Leanback web interface will no longer be available on certain smart devices, according to YouTube. To continue accessing YouTube, users need to install the official app or switch to supported devices.
'Red Dead Online: Frontier Pursuits' Out Now, Adds New Specialist Roles And More
'Red Dead Online' players can now take on three new specialist roles with the release of 'Frontier Pursuits.' The update also adds new rewards and perks such as the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Club and The Outlaw Pass.
SEGA Fans Celebrate Dreamcast's 20th Anniversary
Several SEGA Dreamcast fans took to social media to reminisce about the console on its 20th anniversary. Some of them shared their fondest experience playing on the Dreamcast, while others posted old photos and artwork featuring the console.
Ferrari Unveils New F8 Spider And 812 GTS Supercars
Italian premium carmaker Ferrari has introduced two new additions to its fleet of sports cars: the F8 Spider and the 812 GTS. The F8 Spider features the popular 720-hp V8 engine, while the 812 GTS has a 800-hp V12 engine.
Sony Says 'X' Button On PlayStation Is Actually Called 'Cross' Button
The X button on the PlayStation gamepad is actually called the 'cross' and not the 'ecks,' according to Sony. This sparked a long-winded and hilarious debate on social media among fans.
World Of Warcraft Classic Servers Still Facing Effects Of DDoS Attack
'World of Warcraft' Classic servers fell victim to a series of DDoS attacks over the weekend. The incident caused many players to experience high latency and disconnections during their play sessions.
First-Of-Its-Kind Cyberattack Hits US Power Grid: Report
A NERC report has revealed more details on a cyberattack launched against the U.S. power grid back in March. The incident created blind spots on a grid control center that were enough to cause five-minute signal outages.
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Review: Here's What Critics Are Saying
'Monster Hunter World: Iceborne' hasn't even hit stores just yet, but reviewers are already heaping praises on Capcom's latest offering. Many of them welcomed the update to the game's difficulty, as well as the addition of new and returning monsters.
ASUS Introduces ProArt StudioBook One With Powerful NVIDIA Quadro RTX 6000 GPU
Asus is releasing the new ProArt StudioBook One powered by NVIDIA's Quadro RTX 6000 GPU. The laptop's 'desktop-like' performance is geared toward professionals who rely heavily on 3D and video rendering software.
'Monster Hunter World: Iceborne' Will Reward Players For Helping Others Catch Up
'Monster Hunter World: Iceborne' developers are encouraging seasoned players to lend a hand to their lower-ranked counterparts. Several rewards are in-store for those who will help others catch up in the game.
'Homeworld 3' Crowdfunding Campaign Isn't About Funding, Says Gearbox
Gearbox Publishing is finally releasing a sequel to the popular real-time strategy game 'Homeworld.' The company has even launched a crowdfunding campaign for 'Homeworld 3' on Fig to let fans be more involved in the game's development.
5 New Nintendo Switch Games Coming Out In September 2019
The Nintendo Switch has enjoyed several smash hits in terms of video games this year. However, there are still more high-quality games set to make their way to markets before 2019 ends.
'Minecraft Earth' Closed Beta Launches For Android In 5 Cities
Mojang has officially launched the Android closed beta for 'Minecraft Earth' in London, Mexico City, Seattle, Stockholm, and Tokyo. Participants need to have an augmented reality-compatible device with at least Android 7 to play the game.
Amazon Alexa Can Now Keep Track Of People's Personal Belongings
Amazon Alexa users can now have the voice assistant remember where they have placed certain items around their home. They can then ask Alexa to remind them where it is located in case they forget or misplaced it.
Japanese Man Turns Leftover Amazon Boxes Into Cardboard Weapons From Popular Video Games
YouTuber Crafty Transformer has recreated some of the most iconic weapons in anime and video games using leftover Amazon cardboard boxes. His creations include a retractable greatsword and a functional heavy bowgun from the 'Monster Hunter' series.
16-Bit 'Aladdin', 'The Lion King' Video Games Reportedly Getting PC, Console Re-Release
Nighthawk Interactive and Digital Eclipse will re-release 16-bit classics 'Aladdin' and 'The Lion King' for modern consoles this fall. The games will be bundled in the upcoming 'Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King' release for $29.99.
'Mario Kart Tour' Is Heading To iOS And Android Devices On Sept. 25
Nintendo is finally releasing 'Mario Kart Tour' for iOS and Android on Sept. 25. The game will feature a 30-character roster and the greatest hit of race tracks from various 'Mario Kart' games over the years.
BBC Plans To Launch 'Beeb' Voice Assistant Next Year
The BBC is planning to release its ‘Beeb’ voice assistant service next year. However, some market analysts are skeptical that the media company will be able to keep up with more established brands in the industry.
