Articles by Vamien McKalin
Google lets YouTube users rate (and berate) their ISPs with Video Quality Report
Google wants its users to have a better experience on YouTube, and to make this happen, the company is taking the fight to ISPs with lackluster network connection. Say hello to Video Quality Report.
Steve Ballmer buys the Clippers for $2 billion: What he plans on doing with the team?
We have no doubt in our minds that Steve Ballmer has big plans for the LA Clippers. He's a man without fear, and always willing to sweat for what he loves, literally.
Snapchat CEO apologizes for filthy, sleazy emails sent by him to Stanford U. frat brothers
Evan Spiegel, Snapchat CEO, made some nasty comments in an email to his frat brothers 5 years ago, and now he's being made to pay for it.
Is Google racially and gender biased? Most employees are white males
Google is a business that has a prominent white male workforce, but does this truly mean the company is racially and gender bias? Probably not.
Microsoft is working on a smartwatch, and it is similar to the Samsung Galaxy Gear Fit: Report
Being last to the party is a weakness Microsoft has suffered over the years. The company seems to have no intention to make that mistake with smartwatches.
Microsoft promises real-time Skype speech translation tool by end of 2014
Microsoft demoed Skype Translator, a real-time translator app that translates language in real-time in both text and voice. Microsoft is aiming for a 'Star Trek' future.
Microsoft CEO talks software in Code Conference, says won't sell Xbox
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has finally confirmed that the Xbox is here to stay, and it has company in the form of Bing.
How much you earn influences what cancer you are at risk of getting
A new study has shown that the incidence of cancer in richer individuals is higher, but death caused by cancer is more common in poorer individuals.
Google now wants to keep your home secure with Dropcam buy
Home security is the next logical step for Google after acquiring Nest, and it appears the company is ready to go down this route with a rumored planned acquisition of Dropcam.
'Watch Dogs' review round up: Is this the best next generation game?
With the availability of Watch Dogs, it appears there's finally a game worth playing on your next generation video game console.
Kakao merges with Daum to take on Naver's Line: Messaging apps, fight!
The battle of the messaging app is no longer just between the elite few such as Skype, WhatsApp or Hangouts. Kakao is rising to compete with the help of Daum.
Feds say Sabu helped avert 300+ cyberattacks, seeks sentencing leniency
Things are looking up for Hector Xavier "Sabu" Monsegur, after the government requests that he be transformed into a free man. He could no longer be facing a massive 26 years in prison.
LoJack says Honda Accord is car thieves' top pick
LoJack has announced the top 10 stolen cars in America, and sitting at the top is the Honda Accord, followed by a few Toyota and ending with a Chevrolet.
World Cup 2014: Paralyzed teen with min-controlled exoskeleton to kick off this year's biggest sporting event
Folks who are not fans of Football, have at least one reason to view the game on June 12, as a paralyzed teenager prepares to kick the first ball.
3D Fruit Printer can print any edible fruit in minutes: Now enjoy seasonal fruits throughout the year
Ever planned on eating a 3D printed fruit in your lifetime? It could happen with this 3D Fruit Printer, created by a company in the UK.
LG G3 smartphone boasts laser autofocus: Gimmicky or pure thrill?
A smartphone with a laser autofocus? It appears the LG G3 is the first to do this, and if everything works out well, it won't be the last device to have this feature.
FCC rural broadband plan gets court approval: Subsidized service will help Connect America
The FCC won an important battle that could see 14 million households in rural areas get to experience the joys of a high-speed broadband Internet connection.
Cox brings gigabit Internet speed to homes in select cities
Since Google Fiber, gigabit Internet has turned into the newest gold mine for Internet Service Providers, which can only mean great things for consumers.
Microsoft pushes Windows 8.1 with Bing: Will PC and tablet makers take the bait?
Microsoft wants you to purchase a computer system or tablet running Windows 8.1, and the company is willing cut OEM overhead costs to make it happen. Welcome Windows 8.1 with Bing.
iPhone 6 backlight panel photo leak suggests 4.7-inch display: Is it the real deal?
More hardware leaks suggest the iPhone 6 could move out of its comfort zone by incorporating a 4.7-inch display to better compete with Samsung and Google.
See kids react to Apple II computer with no hard drive and mouse [Video]
Kids of this generation came face-to-face with an Apple II compute from the 1980s, and the outcome is just as what you would expect.
Apple, not happy with jury verdict, demands retrial to punish Samsung more
Apple did not get the $2 billion it wanted for the patent infringement case against arch rival Samsung. Now, it is asking the court for a retrial.
ISS rats will get high-tech NASA-developed habitat
NASA's rats and other rodents are living the life as the space agency is creating new housing quarters aboard the International Space Station.
Blackberry BBM Protected is what you need to keep NSA out
Keeping the NSA out has become top priority when it comes to security on the web. BlackBerry has realized this, hence the birth of BBM Protected.
Facebook gives more privacy controls to users: Are you happy now?
Facebook is making all the right moves to make up for past issues. The social network's new tweak to its privacy settings is very much welcomed, and should make life easier for new users.
Why hasn't Apple still bought Beats? The reasons may be...
The rumored Apple plan to acquire Beats for $3.2 billion has yet to materialize, and it might never happen due to complications or Dr. Dre's early celebration.
Samsung wants to make Oculus-type Galaxy-branded VR headset: Rumor
The VR craze has begun, as new rumors suggest Samsung is preparing to get involved. If things turn out to be real, Samsung's VR headset could land before year's end.
Mental disease, like heavy smoking, may shorten your lifespan
A new study has shown that mental illness is capable of shortening your life, more so than a person who smokes 20 cigarettes per day.
LG G3 teaser video is uber cool and makes us want the real thing
LG released a teaser video for the G3, and it looks wonderful. If done right, LG could have a contender for best smartphone of 2014 on its hands.
Samsung keen on launching a smartphone-free smartwatch this summer: What you should know
If rumors hold up, then fans should expect another round of smart watches from Samsung this year. This time, it's a smart watch with a phone built-in.
