Articles by Vamien McKalin
Justice Department wants to gatecrash Sprint-T-Mobile merger party
Sprint is gung ho about merging with T-Mobile but U.S. regulators don't feel the same way. Sprint is aiming to acquire T-Mobile; however, that might not happen as the carrier may face opposition from Justice Department's antitrust officials, according to a source with knowledge of the matter.
LG G Pro 2 image leak suggests rear-mounted buttons ahead of MWC unveil
Ahead of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, the LG G Pro 2 has been leaked in white, posing for the camera. The device is the successor to the LG Optimus G Pro and could go on sale before the end of 2014.
Hacker extorts $50k worth rare Twitter handle @N from California developer: Here's what really happened
A hacker nearly got away with one of the most well played trickery in a long time. Naoki Hiroshima is a social app developer, who was recently tricked into giving up his Twitter handle, @N.
Motorola deal is win-win for both Google and Lenovo: Here's why
Google has finally decided to offload Motorola, but to an unexpected taker - Lenovo. Motorola was sold for around $10 billion less than what Google paid to acquire the smartphone maker but the latest deal is being billed as win-win for both Google and Motorola.
Why is Yahoo fooling around with Tomfoolery?
Yahoo makes another big ticket acquisition by buying Tomfoolery to see the company through these difficult times, and bring ex-employees within its fold.
BlackBerry 10 update rolls out with picture passwords, offline browser reading mode, and more
The new update brings BlackBerry 10 in line with popular platforms such as Android andd iOS. There's a new BlackBerry 10 update available right now, and it brings to the table a host of new features.
Will Google kill Nexus in 2015?
If the rumors are correct, the Google Nexus brand could be on it way out soon. Another day, and another rumor that has a lot to do with Google. The search engine giant will end the Nexus line of devices in favor of more devices based on the Google Play Edition initiative, according to Russian blogger Eldar Murtazin.
Apple wants you to expect solar-powered Macbook soon
The next big MacBook announcement could showcase a solar charging feature. Or maybe not. Solar powered devices have been around for quite some time and it appears that Apple is now finding it fit to enter the market with a future MacBook that is capable of charging itself via a solar panel built into the display.
Challenger Tragedy 28th anniversary: Never Forget
Today, on Jan. 28, we remember the Challenger disaster that took place 28 years ago, and the precious lives lost.
Samsung Galaxy Glass eyes Fall launch
Samsung plans 2014 launch of Google Glass' toughest competitor. Google Glass is about to see some stiff competition. Samsung plans to launch its first smart glass technology, Galaxy Glass, this fall.
Rovio screams foul as NSA uses Angry Birds to spy on you
Nothing is safe from the NSA, not even Angry Birds. The National Security Agency is collecting data from mobile apps and games such as Angry Birds and Google Maps, according to documents leaked by NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden.
Los Angeles, brace yourself for a bigger earthquake: Scientists predict
Bigger and stronger earthquakes could hit Los Angeles in the future. A new study has shown that Los Angeles could experience bigger earthquakes in the future.
PlayStation fans can kiss Gears of War goodbye after Microsoft buy
Rumors of Gears of War coming to the PlayStation 4 can now be laid to rest forever, as it is now owned by Microsoft.
Microsoft renames SkyDrive to OneDrive putting an end to spat with BSkyB
Microsoft renamed SkyDrive as OneDrive, Monday, Jan. 27, putting behind its spat with BSkyB in Europe over the use of the word "Sky."
Can interplanetary dust be the origin of all life in the universe?
Life on Earth may not have come from asteroids from outer space. It may have come from interplanetary dust particles.
There are no Black Holes: Stephen Hawking stuns world
Stephen Hawking has stunned the scientific community and the whole world with his new theory on black holes - they do not exist. The physicist also said he regrets his initial theory on event horizon. It was his "biggest blunder," Hawking said.
James Webb Space Telescope passes last major element-level critical design review, eyes 2018 launch
Move over Hubble. The $8.8 billion James Webb Space Telescope is up for construction and may launch in 2018.
Apple brings massive iWork update: What you should know
The huge iWork update by Apple fixes many known problems and introduces various new and useful features.
Eric Schmidt praises Snowden for leaking NSA's surveillance programs
Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt is not happy with the NSA spying, and has praised Edward Snowden for his selfless actions.
Google patents free ride taxi service powered by advertisements
In the future to come, if you want a free ride, just watch Google ads. And, you might have to buy the advertised product or service.
Microsoft confirms 'law enforcement inquiries' documents stolen by the Syrian Electronic Army
Microsoft said "documents associated with law enforcement inquiries" were stolen and is preempting another attack from the Syrian Electronic Army. Could the stolen "law enforcement inquiries" be related to the NSA? We will soon find out.
Mac turns 30: An arduous and memorable journey
The Macintosh is 30 years old today and Apple's celebrating. We wish Steve Jobs was here with us too.
First trimester linked to baby's growth and heart disease risk
Researchers believe that heart health doesn't shape during adulthood, but during birth. The first few weeks of a baby's life in the womb is very critical to its development and for future heart health, according to researchers.
Apple must release iPhone phablet as early as this year: Here's why
If Apple fails to release a phablet soon, the company could lose out in a fast growing market that's dominated by the Galaxy Note 3.
Nest CEO promises Google won't get to peek at your personal data (at least for now)
NNest CEO, Tony Fadell, has promised that he would allow users to opt-in if Google should make any changes to Nest's privacy policy. He also promised all users that he will be transparent about such changes, if and when they happen.
Vodafone, BSKyB mulls tag team to take on behemoth BT
Vodafone and BSkyB are reportedly in talks to team up for a new high-speed broadband service and this move is aimed at countering BT's dominance in the UK.
California teen recovers from coma, thanks to fish oil
California teen, Grant Virgin, was in a horrific accident that left him in a coma and the chance of never waking up again. However through sheer desperation and faith, his parents pushed against the odds to bring their son back from certain death. This is what led them to a new type of treatment that allowed Grant to make a miraculous recovery - all thanks to fish oil.
AT&T says 'Me, too': Carrier lets existing subscribers upgrade to Next after just six months
AT&T is trying to keep customers from defecting to T-Mobile by mimicking Verizon. AT&T has announced a deal for existing customers who are eager to get their hands on a new smartphone.
Whatever you do, please don't use these dumb passwords
The top two dumbest passwords of 2013 are "123456" and "password" respectively. You're good if you're not using either of them.
HP falls in love with Windows 7 all over again
Windows 8 is all but dead, and now it seems as if HP is trying to drive the final nail in the coffin, by offering customers Windows 7 OS for its desktops and laptops.
