Articles by Ted Ranosa
Price Comparison: Microsoft Surface Pro 4 1 TB Core i7 vs. Its 512 GB And 256 GB Siblings
The new Surface Pro 4 1 TB version is now available through Microsoft stores and other select retailers in the United States and Canada. The tablet PC features an Intel Core i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage space, and is priced at $2,699.
Hello, SpaceX: Blue Origin Launches And Lands Reusable Rocket For The Second Time
Jeff Bezos' space company Blue Origin successfully landed one of its New Shepard spacecraft during a test flight on Friday. The spacecraft was the same one used in another simulation in November where it was able to land vertically on its target site.
35 Restaurants Across China Busted For Sprinkling Opium Poppies To Season Dishes
Thirty-five restaurants in China have been busted by the China Food and Drug Administration for allegedly adding ground poppy powder to their menu. The substance, which contained low levels of morphine and codeine, is said to be sprinkled on food to make them more addictive to eaters.
'Destiny 2' Will Not Launch September 2016: Report
Hardcore 'Destiny' fans may have to wait a while longer for a second installment to the game as Bungie has decided to delay the release of the sequel, according to a recent Kotaku article. The report said the delay was caused by issues the game developer is currently experiencing with the original game and its expansions.
Serious Birth Defect Of Abdominal Wall On The Rise, Reports CDC
A new CDC study found that a growing number of US babies are being born with gastroschisis. The serious congenital defect leaves a hole in the stomach wall at birth, causing internal organs to protrude from the abdomen.
Android Reportedly Raked In $22 Billion In Profit For Google, According To Oracle
Oracle revealed in court that Google was able to make $22 billion in profit through its Android operating system. The company is planning to use Google's revenue as basis for the amount of damages it will seek for the copyright infringement the Android maker allegedly made in using Oracle's Java software.
Astronaut Scott Kelly Celebrates 300th Day In Space Playing Water Droplet Ping Pong
NASA astronaut Scott Kelly reached the 300th day of his year-long mission on the International Space Station on Thursday. He celebrated this milestone by playing a solo round of ping pong using a water droplet for a ball and two hydrophobic paddles.
Tinder Adds HIV And STD Testing Locator On Its Website
Tinder is launching a new Health Safety section on its website complete with an HIV and STD testing site locator. This is to provide users with an option to get checked for possible infections brought on by their sexual activity.
'Street Fighter V' Beta Update Comes With Alternative Character Costumes
A NeoGaf user named ScrubMcGrub was able to data-mine a new batch of previously unseen costumes for 'Street Fighter V' characters. The hidden game data was included in Capcom's release of updates for the game's beta version.
Samsung Launches Gear S2 Smartwatch And Gear VR Headset In India
Samsung has launched the Tizen OS-powered Gear S2 smartwatch series and the Gear VR headset in India. The wearable devices can be purchased through Samsung retail stores nationwide and online through Flipkart.
NASA: 2015 Was Earth's Warmest Year On Record But 2016 Might Even Be Hotter
NASA researchers discovered that the global average temperatures set in 2015 were 0.23 degrees Fahrenheit higher compared to those set in 2014. This was the first time such as a large increase in record temperatures was detected since 1998.
Business Travelers Prefer Uber Over Car Rental, New Report Reveals
Certify, a travel and expense management firm, reports that an increasing number of business travelers prefer to use ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, over rental cars and cabs. Analysts say this is because of the 'frictionless' model used by these services, which is more convenient for busy travelers.
iOS 9.3 Beta Code Hints Apple iPhone 7 Might Not Have 3.5 mm Audio Jack
A rumor circulating on the Internet suggests that Apple might ditch the classic 3.5mm headphone jack from the iPhone 7 in favor of Lightning ports or wireless connectivity. This is based on a hidden code included in the iOS 9.3 software release discovered by a Twitter user.
Apple Files Application With Indian Government To Open First Retail Stores
Apple Inc. has filed its application to the Indian government to open its first retail stores in the country. Analysts believe this move helps prove that the smartphone maker is serious about cornering the Indian telecom market, which is considered to be the second largest in the world.
Feds Investigate Complaints That Doors Of 400,000 Ford Focus Cars May Be Defective
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into reports of a latch issue with 2012 and 2013 Ford Focus vehicles, which prevents car doors from closing properly. Some car owners claim they have been forced to tether their car doors just to be able to use their vehicles.
Ex-Sony Online Chief Launches Kickstarter Project For 2D RPG 'Hero's Song'
John Smedley, former CEO of Sony Online Entertainment, has launched a Kickstarter project for a new 2D role-playing video game developed by his company PixelImage Games. The game, 'Hero's Song' features a dynamic world that changes with each time a player starts a new campaign.
Amazon Prime Drone: Here's What To Expect About This Future Delivery Program
Paul Misener, Amazon's vice president of global public policy, has revealed details on how the company plans to carry out its Amazon Prime Air delivery system. He said that their primary goal is to have the drone deliver a package within 30 minutes after an order has been placed.
Different Types Of Memories Influence Our Attention In New Situations
Scientists from New York University have discovered that the behavior of people during new situations is likely influenced by memories formed by different neurological processes. The hippocampus and striatum of the brain both play an important role in this phenomenon.
Bone Marrow Lesions May Help Identify Degenerative Joint Disease: Osteoarthritis Symptoms To Watch Out For
University of Southampton scientists discovered bone marrow lesions can help doctors identify the likelihood of an individual developing rapidly progressing joint disease such as osteoarthritis. The team believed their findings may lead to developments of novel treatment for the condition.
Netflix Expects 6.1 Million New Subscribers Through March
Netflix is planning to counter the slowdown of its growth in the U.S. market by adding 6.1 million new international subscribers through the first quarter of 2016. The company's expansion to overseas markets last quarter has allowed it to reach 74.8 million total subscribers by the end December 2015.
Health Experts Issue New Guidelines On Antibiotic Use For Adults With Respiratory Infections: Drugs Not Advised For Colds, Bronchitis
Antibiotic drugs should no longer be prescribed to patients suffering from acute respiratory tract infections such as sore throat, bronchitis and the common cold. The new guidelines released by the CDC and the American College of Physicians aims to prevent patients from overusing antibiotic treatments.
Ticks That Carry Lyme Disease Spread To Almost Half Of US: How to Avoid Tick Bites
A new study conducted by the CDC has found that blacklegged ticks are now present in 45 percent of the total number of counties in the United States. These insects are the most common carriers of the Borrelia bacteria, which can cause Lyme disease.
This Black And White Zigzag Line Optical Illusion Might Help Save Pandas
Russian artist Ilja Klemencov aims to raise awareness on the importance of animal conservation by creating this image of black and white zig-zags. Hidden in this mind-boggling image is a logo of a giant panda, one of the rarest creatures in the world.
SpaceX Fails To Land Booster But Elon Musk Remains Optimistic
SpaceX unsuccessfully attempted to land a Falcon 9 first-stage rocket on a drone ship in the Pacific on Sunday. Despite this, the company's founder and CEO Elon Musk said that he remains optimistic about project’s potential for success.
Massive Great White Shark Spotted About Half A Mile From Kids' Surf Carnival In Australia
A South Australian helicopter rescue group spotted what looked like a 23-foot long Great White shark near the waters of Adelaide. This led to an event cancellation and swimmers had to be evacuated in the area.
Biologists Discover Two Mountain Lion Kittens In Santa Monica Mountains
Two mountain lion kittens were discovered by a team of biologists from the National Park Service. The young animals were located in a secluded den in the western end of the Santa Monica Mountains.
Zika Virus: Why Pregnant Women Should Listen To CDC Travel Alert
The CDC issued a travel advisory against 14 Caribbean and Latin American countries and territories affected by the Zika virus outbreak. Pregnant women should consider postponing travel to these areas as they and their unborn child are at high risk.
Fiat Recalls 389,000 Dodge Durangos And Jeep Grand Cherokees For Fire Risk
Fiat Chrysler has issued a recall order for nearly 389,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos from the 2011-2013 model years. This is due to an electrical short in the cars' sun visors, which can cause fires.
US Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Microsoft Appeal Over Xbox 360 Class Action Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal on a class action case filed against Microsoft by several Xbox 360 owners over a design defect on the game console that causes damages on game discs. The plaintiffs are challenging an earlier ruling by a lower court, which has denied their request for class certification.
'Call Of Duty: Black Ops 3,' 'Madden NFL 16,' 'Fallout 4' Top List Of Best-Selling Games In 2015
NPD, the research group responsible for tracking the game industry's retail performance, announced that Activision's 'Call of Duty: Black Ops III' was the number one selling video game title in 2015. Other games in the list include 'Madden NFL 16,' 'Fallout 4,' 'Star Wars Battlefront' and 'Grand Theft Auto V.'
