Articles by Vamien McKalin
Walmart Early Black Friday 2016 Deals Offer Big Discounts On Apple iPad mini 4, iPad mini 2, iPad Air 2 And iPad Air
Walmart is going in hot on the Black Friday deals long before the actual day. If you're a person hoping to grab an iPad, now is the best time to do it because deals at Walmart are quite good, especially for those on a budget.
PS4 Pro Launch Games: Here's A Complete List Of Games Optimized For Launch Day
The PS4 Pro is set to release to retailers next week, and as such, players have been wondering how many titles will support the console's increased performance. So far, Sony has announced 30, with a lot more to come.
Say Hello To Hype, A Video Streaming App Created By Vine Founders
Vine is gone, but the original founders are not sitting around and wasting time. They've come up with a new app called HYPE, and it's all about live streaming and interaction. We've seen this before, but the addition of creative tools turns the whole idea on its head.
Microsoft To Share More About Windows 10 Creators Update VR Headsets In December
Microsoft is ready to get in the VR market with the help of its VR partners. The first set of devices should hit the market in March of 2017, but we know little of what these VR headsets can do. Come December, we expect Microsoft to share a lot to ease frustration.
How To Update Your Nexus 5 To Android 7.1 Nougat Google Pixel Custom ROM
The Nexus 5 is known for its openness, and nothing has changed since then. Developers have finally found a way to get Android 7.1 Nougat on the device, the same version of Android that's found on the Google Pixel phones.
Best iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus Deals From AT&T, Verizon And Target
It's the season of deals as mobile carriers and retailers around the United States are preparing to sell items at super-low cost. One item in question is the Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Retailers and carriers are promoting good deals to make it less expensive to own one of either.
iPhone 8 Plus Specs: Rumor Suggests Curved OLED Display Made In The US
The Apple iPhone 7 isn't the most innovative, which could be why Apple suffered sales loss. However, the iPhone 8 could turn out to be something special if the company goes with a rumored plan to bring OLED to iPhone users for the first time.
Google Pixel Rooted By Chainfire: Will It Be Available To The Public Soon?
Chainfire, a popular mobile developer, has unlocked the bootloader of the Google Pixel, but gave no word on how long it will take to become operational. We suspect it shouldn't take very long, but anything is possible with tech.
Best 2-In-1 Laptops 2016: Microsoft Surface Book vs. Lenovo Yoga 910 vs. HP Spectre X360 15t
When it comes down to computers with Windows 10, 2-in-1 laptops are all the rave. They have taken the market by storm due to the success of the Surface products, and now we have the option of picking between the many good ones.
LaCie Bolt 3 SSD More Expensive Than New Apple MacBook Pro
Look at that, an SSD that is more expensive than the newest Apple MacBook Pro. This device is quite fast, probably one of the fastest SSDs to ever been created, but is that good enough for LaCie to kick the price beyond many?
'Skyrim Special Edition' Mods: The Best Skyrim Mods And How To Install Mods On Xbox One, PS4 And PC
Want to play with mods on 'Skyrim Special Edition'? It's here and everything looks great. However, mods do not work the same across the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Due to concerns of Sony, mods are restricted on the PS4.
The New Apple MacBook Pro Doesn't Have An SD Card: Another Headphone Jack Scenario?
The SD card slot is very important for many computer users, but Apple doesn't see it that way. The company chose to break its new MacBook Pro free from the SD card slot in favor of nothing new and exciting.
Fossilized Dinosaur Brain Discovered For First Time: Similar To Crocodiles And Birds
A small clump of fossilized brain tissue from a dinosaur has been found near a watery area in England. The fossil shares similarities with the brains of modern-day birds and crocodiles and may have been from a species related to the Iguanodon.
Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix Lands On PS4 March 2017: What You Should Know
Square Enix's 'Kingdom Hearts' Remix is coming to the PlayStation 4 on March 28, 2017 in celebration of the game's 15th anniversary. The package will contain six games, all from the old to the newest.
Google Brain Demonstrates AI-Generated Encryption: Yes, Machines Can Keep Secrets From Us
Machines are smart but, with the help of Google, they are getting even smarter. Google Brain has shown that A.I.s are capable of creating their own encryption that we are unable to crack since we have no idea how it works.
Project Scorpio Making 'Amazing Progress' Says Head Of Xbox: Early Release Inbound?
With Project Scorpio's development ahead of schedule, Microsoft could opt to release the console before holiday 2017. Phil Spencer is praising his team for keeping ahead, so gamers should keep an eye out for surprises come next year.
Microsoft Announces Paint 3D: Classic App Learns New Tricks
The classic Paint app for Windows that has been without a major update for years has finally gotten what it had been missing. The app is now called Paint 3D, and as one can tell by the name, users will be able to create and print 3D objects.
New Nintendo Patents Could Highlight Unannounced 'Switch' Features
After the announcement of the Nintendo Switch, many folks found the device to be less than stellar, but what if Nintendo is holding some features very close to its chest? New patents give the impression this is indeed the case.
Destiny's Festival Of The Lost: How To Get The Secret Broom Sparrow
Ever wanted to traverse the world of 'Destiny' on a Broom instead of the classic Sparrow? Well, now's your chance because the Festival of the Lost Halloween event has brought somethng great to the table. Bear in mind, it's not forever.
Chinese Company Recalls Hacked DVRs, Webcams Used In Massive Dyn DDOS Attack
Hangzhou Xiongmai, a Chinese hardware company, has recalled many of its cameras and DVRs after they were implicated in the hack that took down several prominent websites on Friday. The hack is due to hackers taking advantage of weak default passwords in IoT devices.
US Court Approves $14.7 Billion Volkswagen Dieselgate Settlement
Volkswagen in the United States has been hit hard with a $14.7 billion settlement fine that must be honored in full by 2019, or face additional charges. This all stems from the 2015 allegation that Volkswagen used special software to trick vehicle emission tests.
Uber Self-Driving Truck Goes 120 Miles To Deliver 50,000 Cans Of Beer
Uber's next venture is to have its own fleet of self-driving taxis, but what about trucks? The company recently tested its self-driving truck that delivered beer from one destination to the next while the driver was in the back having a good time.
Xbox One S Holiday Bundles: Gears Of War 4, Minecraft Favorites, Battlefield 1 Bundles And More
Xbox One S is Microsoft's newest video game console, and it has helped the company surpass the PlayStation 4 for three months. Microsoft is hoping these new bundles can continue the rebound for the rest of 2016.
'Titanfall 2' Review Roundup: Is The Game Sequel Worth Your Money?
'Titanfall 2' s the next chapter in Respawn's new first person shooter franchise. From what critics are saying, it would seem as if the folks who brought the 'Modern Warfare' series of games to life are back to their best, and at the perfect time.
Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini Finally Receives Android Marshmallow Update: Here's How To Install
The Samsung Galaxy S5 mini is finally getting the Android Marshmallow update, months after the Galaxy S5 was updated. The last upgrade came in 2015, but after this, fans shouldn't look for another since the handset has aged.
Microsoft Reiterates 'Project Scorpio's' Power And Ability To Deliver High-Fidelity VR
Microsoft seems concerned about the upcoming sale launch of Sony's PlayStation 4 Pro. The company has decided to update Project Scorpio's landing page on the same day PSVR went on sale in the United States.
'Deadpool 2' Is Without A Director After Tim Miller Stepped Down Due To Feud With Ryan Reynolds
'Deadpool 2' hasn't even begin filming and already problems have arised in paradise. As it stands right now, director of the first movie, Tim Miller, has decided to call it quits due to creative differences with Ryan Reynolds. Time will tell if this affects the movie going forward.
Samsung Still Doesn't Know What's Causing Galaxy Note 7 Explosion, And It's Putting Galaxy S8 Production In Jeopardy
Samsung Galaxy S8 development is facing serious problems and delays as engineers struggle to find the root cause of the exploding Galaxy Note 7. If things fail to change, we could be looking at a delayed announcement and release of the device.
iPhone 7 Plus And Pixel XL Go Under The X-Ray: Here's What The Taptic Engine, Vibration Motor Look Like
Ever wondered what the Taptic engine in the iPhone 7 Plus and the vibration motor in both the Google Pixel XL look like? A video on YouTube shows them in action, and while they do the same thing, the designs are obviously different.
'Battlefield 1' Review Roundup: Is It The FPS Combat Game To Beat In 2016?
'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare' will have to seriously impress because 'Battlefield 1' has brought the heat to the kitchen, and things won't cool off for quite a while. From what many are saying, Battlefield 1 is the first person shooter to beat in 2016.
