Articles by Vamien McKalin
General Motors Recalls 368,000 Vehicles Due To Defective Windshield Wipers
General Motors has recalled a large number of vehicles due to problems that could cause the windshield wipers from working properly. It's not a life threatening issue, but it could lead to one in certain circumstances.
Bigger Vertical Videos Coming To Facebook News Feed
Facebook is improving video for advertisers by optimizing vertical videos to be more effective and similar to how things are done on Snapchat. As expected, advertisers are impressed with the move, so users should look out for more video ads in the future.
Humans Have Been Impacting Climate Change Since 1830
We as humans are one of the main reasons why climate change is a huge problem today, and we have been commanding this change ever since the 1830s. The Industrial Revolution was the beginning, according to 25 scientists who researched the matter.
Privacy Groups Prepare To File Complaint Over WhatsApp Sharing Data To Facebook
WhatsApp and Facebook's plan with their user's data has drawn the anger of privacy groups who are now readying to fight back. The group Electronic Privacy Information Center has written a letter to the Federal Trade Commission.
Microsoft Cancels 'Halo Online' Multiplayer PC Game After A Single Year
'Halo Online' is no more. Microsoft canceled the game and no one knows why. The game was being tested in Russia for possible release in other regions, but plans have changed since those plans were written on paper.
Researchers Building Robots To Exterminate Lionfish Population
The lionfish is an invasive species in the Caribbean, Bermuda and Florida. Researchers are currently testing a robot that can exterminate the species in order to protect the marine ecosystem in these waters.
EA Announces 'Battlefield 1' Premium: What Does It Mean For Gamers?
For an additional fee, gamers can get 'Battlefield 1' Premium Pass after purchasing the core experience. This season pass will deliver new mulitplayer maps, weapons to unload during matches, new vehicles and single player campaign expansions.
Microsoft Reveals More About HoloLens' Hardware
Microsoft is pulling out all the stops to make sure its holographic headset, the HoloLens, is everything consumers and enterprises hope it will be. The company recently talked about the HPU, but now it has decided to dig more into the optics, through which many things are made possible.
Dropbox Urges Users To Change Their Passwords
Dropbox users who haven't updated their passwords since the middle of 2012 are being asked to update as soon as possible. The company is taking a preventive measure to make sure hackers will never have the chance to take advantage of what could be compromised accounts.
WhatsApp To Begin Sharing User Information With Facebook
Facebook is on the verge of getting limited user data from WhatsApp, and this includes the phone numbers of all users. The numbers will be used to better help folks find friends who are on Facebook, but not on their WhatsApp account.
Delphi And Mobileye Team Up To Deliver Driverless Cars In 2019
Delphi and Mobileye are teaming up to develop a complete automated driving solution. The fruit of their work won't be seen until 2019, which is around the same time most companies will be releasing driverless cars to consumers.
Apple Possibly Working On Curved iPhone For 2017 Release: Samsung Beware
Could Apple be working on an iPhone with a curved display? The latest rumors seem to suggest this is the road the company is taking. A move like this could put even more pressure on Samsung as it tries to stay ahead of Apple in this crucial smartphone battleground.
Could This Be The New DualShock 4 Controller For PlayStation 4 Slim?
After the leaked images and videos of the PlayStation 4 Slim were released, folks began to focus on the new controller. It doesn't appear to have any new and interesting features, but it seems to have a new or secondary light bar at the top. What it will be used for is unclear.
Microsoft Reveals Specs Of HoloLens Holographic Processing Unit
Much is known about Microsoft HoloLens, but when it comes down to the Holographic Processing Unit that makes everything click, the company decided to keep this piece of information close to its chest. However, such is no longer the case because the secret is out, and impressive.
Microsoft Executive Says Not Every Game Will Run At 4K
Microsoft executive Albert Penello made it clear that Project Scorpio will not force game developers to create content in 4K. If developers want, they can create their games at 1080/60 frames, and Microsoft would surely accept it.
Apple iPhone 7 Pro Canceled By Apple After Massive Leak?
It appears as if Apple has decided to cancel manufacturing the iPhone 7 Pro after a huge leak that showed the iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 7 Pro in a single photo. If true, then this would be a significant move by Apple, one that could help the company stay ahead of its competitors.
The Xbox One S Looks Better Than The Xbox One, Why?
After seeing the designs of the original Xbox, the Xbox 360 and the Xbox One, something must have happened at Microsoft for the company to come up with the design of the Xbox One S. It looks like the design paid off because the Xbox One is the top-selling console for July.
Microsoft Certain It Can Deliver True 4K Gaming With 'Project Scorpio'
True 4K gaming is already here on the PC, but not yet on consoles. Microsoft is hoping it can bring this to the forefront with Project Scorpio in 2017 during the holiday season.
Samsung Milk Music Service Will Cease To Exist Come Sept. 22
Milk, Samsung's critically acclaimed music service, is now on its way out. Galaxy smartphone owners will have to contend with third-party music streaming services going forward, which shouldn't be difficult.
Hotly Anticipated Xbox One Exclusive 'Below' Delayed Indefinitely
Capybara Games has decided to delay 'Below' indefinitely until it can fix all the underlying problems keeping the game from being up to the standard the studio prefers. The game will be published by Microsoft for the Xbox One.
'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided' Review Round Up
'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided' has turned out to be a great experience for the most part. Critics seem to be in love because right now it sits high with an 84 score on MetaCritic.
Microsoft Sold 20 Million Xbox One Units To Consumers?
Electronic Arts revealed that 55 million current-generation consoles are sold to consumers. This means we can put a number on how well the Xbox One is doing.
‘Justice League Action’ Announced By Cartoon Network: Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy Teaming Up Again
Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy are returning as The Joker and Batman respectively in the new ‘Justice League Action’ animated series on Cartoon Network.
Marvel's Iron Fist Found Its Writer: Character To Appear First In Luke Cage Series On Netflix?
It seems as if Marvel has found its Iron Fist, and from what we have come to understand, the actor might not be of Asian descent, but a White actor.
'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' Alfred Can Do Anything And Wayne Manor Is Burnt Out
In 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' one thing is for certain, Alfred is no scrooge. He's a man who knows a lot and can defend himself should the need arise.
Facebook Live Streaming Video Feature Available Right Now: Here's How It Works
Facebook has entered the world of live streaming videos, taking on Twitter's Periscope. For now the feature is only available for US iPhone owners, but worldwide expansion is expected to come soon.
'Elder Scrolls Online' Gets New Launch Details And Teaser For Upcoming 'Thieves Guild' DLC [Video]
'Elder Scrolls Online' is back in the grapevine with a new expansion. Called 'Thieves Guild,' the DLC pack will be available from March 23.
PlayStation 4 And Xbox One Players Find Loophole To Download ‘The Division’ Closed Beta For Free
Want to play 'The Division' beta but not interested in purchasing the game? Worry not friend, we have ways to help you get around the paywall.
'Call Of Duty' Brings In The Big Bucks For Activision, With $579 Million Banked In 2015
Activision and its 'Call of Duty' franchise is king of the marketplace when it comes down to video consoles back in 2015. 'Destiny' also did well, further pushing Activision ahead of its competitors.
Sony Drops Cool New 'Angry Birds Movie' Trailer: Why So Angry? [Video]
Sony Pictures released a new trailer for the 'Angry Birds Movie' and it looks fun. Will the film be as successful as the 2009 mobile game phenomenon?
