Articles by Vamien McKalin
Lindsay Lohan thinks Rockstar's hit title GTA V is based on her life. Do you?
Washed up actress Lindsay Lohan has set her sights on Rockstar, the creators of GTA V. The actress and her lawyers claim a character in the game was created in the image of Lohan.
Qualcomm Wilocity WiGig deal promises an exciting wireless future
With the acquisition of Wilocity, Qualcomm is hoping to bring us into a future where everything is wireless. No HDMI cables is the order of the day of WiGig should ever take off.
Manatees may move from endangered to threatened list: Could take 12 months for it to happen
Manatees are one of the most protected mammals right now, which is mainly due to the creature's slow pace, eroding natural habitat and constant collisions with fishermen boats.
Media outlets in Europe along with the BBC doesn't want to be forgotten by Google: The end of free speech?
BBC editor Robert Peston is angry with Google after the search company removed one of his articles that he believes is relevant to society. Nevertheless, the article can still be found on the BBC website.
With Orkut now dead and buried, memories and emotions are running high: What are people saying?
10 years ago Orkut was born, a few years later, it was acquired by Google. Now, the social network has kicked the bucket and some people are already losing their minds.
Subaru recalls over 660000 cars due to brake line corrosion: Here's what you need to know
Subaru is the latest car manufacturer that is forced to recall thousands of cars due to possible life threatening issues with several Subaru model brake lines.
Microsoft adds extra encryption methods to Outlook.com and OneDrive: NSA proof?
With the NSA and Heartbleed debacle still hot in our memories, Microsoft finally encrypted Outlook.com and OneDrive connections. The company is the latest to act against the spy agency.
Reports claim Microsoft is working on a Smartwatch: Here is everything we think we know
Microsoft is likely working on its very own smartwatch, but how much do you know? Does it come packed with lasers, cloaking features? We'll find out eventually.
Xbox One to cost $800 when it launches in China: A blow to Xbox One success in the country?
Microsoft needs all the help it can get to turn tide against the Sony PlayStation 4. However, selling the Xbox One for $800 in China where there are over 500 million gamers, might not be the best idea.
Chinese government banned Microsoft Office 365 due to security concerns: Should American IT firms be worried?
Microsoft is in another tight situation with the Chinese, as the government recently banned its Office 365 suite for security and highly motivated political reasons.
The Apple iPhone 6 is on its way: All features you should expect
The Apple iPhone 6 is a sure fire hit when it launches later in the year. The device is expected to launch with several hardware and software features that will put new life into the iPhone.
Aereo suspends service indefinitely after Supreme Court ruling: Should cord cutters be worried?
A major setback for cord cutters as the Supreme Court has forced Aereo to pay up or get out. The ruling was in favor of traditional broadcasters who viewed Aereo's services as copyright infringement.
Google aiming to collect healthcare data in the future and save 100,000 lives: But what about your privacy?
Google wants to collect your healthcare data to save 100,000 lives and more each year, but are you willing to give up your privacy to make this a distinct possibility?
Android Wear, Android TV, and Android Auto are free from manufacturer customizations: Good news or bad news?
Google is finally asserting itself as master and lord of Android by not allowing manufacturers to customize the user interface of Android Wear, Android TV, and Android Auto.
Apple CEO Tim Cook outed as gay by CNBC: Was this planned or a mistake?
News media outlets don't usually make a big deal of a person's sexual orientation, but is this changing due to the rise of the LGBT community in recent years?
Google I/O: Project Cardboard is Google's foray into virtual reality: Is it better than the Oculus Rift?
Virtual reality appears to be the future, and Google doesn't want to be left behind. Project Cardboard is the company's first step, and it is quite significant.
Google I/O: Chromebooks now supports Android apps: Good or bad idea?
There are now several computer manufacturers creating 77 Chromebooks this year, which increases the need for more apps. With Android apps coming to the platform, users might never have to look at Windows again.
Google I/O: Google announces Google Drive for business with unlimited space per user for $10: Is it worth it?
Google is taking the battle to Microsoft in the enterprise with its new Google Drive for business cloud service. Business users gets unlimited space per user for $10.
MIT scientists create 36-core chip speed demon
Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers are working on a new 36 core chipset, and you won't be able to take advantage of it any time soon, unless you're one of the researchers.
Google I/O 2014: What to expect and what not to expect
Google I/O kicks off today and it is going to be the place where Google highlights a number of new hardware and projects it has been working on. Expect to be excited and disappointed.
SpaceX postpones Falcon 9 launch. New launch target set for early July
SpaceX has delayed the launch of the Falcon 9 rocket for a third consecutive time, which is likely due to a bug in the upper engine. The company expects to have a successful launch on June 24.
Me, too! Yahoo launches Aviate Android launcher
Yahoo is stepping up its game in the smartphone market with a new launcher called Aviate for Android devices. Aviate is designed to bring users under the Yahoo banner and ecosystem.
Fabien Cousteau on mission to beat grandfather's record - spend 31 days in undersea lab
In a bold attempt to beat his grandfather's record, Fabien Cousteau is already well on his way to spend 31 days in undersea lab that is the size of a school bus.
Heartbleed is still out there and 300,000 servers are still in danger
The Heartbleed bug was a threat then, and it is still a threat now as over 300,000 servers are still infected. Internet users might not be safe from this issue for a long time to come.
Xbox One vs. PS4: Which game console is more popular in which U.S. state? Facebook to the rescue!
The Xbox One is the most popular next generation video game console in the United States, but only on social media. PlayStation 4 takes second place, while the Wii U is nowhere to be found.
BP oil spill slows juvenile Mahi-Mahi swimming speed by half
Recent findings show that the BP oil spill of 2010 is still causing issues in aquatic life today. The spill has slashed mahi-mahi fish swimming speed by half.
Google teases Android Wear features in new video ahead of Google I/O week
Android Wear is Google's step into wearables, and from the latest video showing what developers and users can expect, we have to say that our interest has peaked.
Nest buys Dropcam for $555 million. No, Google will not spy on you
Nest just acquired Dropcam for a whopping $555 million, combining two of the most loved brands under a single banner that is Google. The home automation wars have just begun.
Amazon Fire 3D phone: Online shopping will never be the same again
Amazon is aiming to grip brick and mortar stores by the jugular with the announcement of the Fire 3D phone, and its Firefly feature that could boost Amazon online retail sales.
Supreme Court to rule on legality of Aereo streaming service next week
Come this week or next, cord cutters will know the fate of Aereo, the company that streams live TV broadcasts content to users on their computer or smart mobile devices.
