Articles by Vincent Lanaria
You Can Now Stop Facebook's Android App From Tracking Your Location In The Background
Facebook has rolled out a new update to its Android app, giving users more control over their privacy settings. Now they can stop the app from tracking their location, even when they're not using it.
Big-Name Companies Such As Disney, Nestle Pull YouTube Ads Due To Child Videos Problem
Companies have pulled their ads from YouTube after the problem with child videos on the platform surfaced. Video blogger Mark Watson, who discovered the issue, said he found a 'wormhole into a softcore pedophilia ring' on the website.
Steam's Video Section Gets 'Retired' As Valve Moves To 'Refocus' On Gaming-Related Content
Valve has started to 'refocus' its efforts on gaming-related content, but it's removing Steam's Video section as a result. Video content won't exactly disappear from the platform, though.
Apple's New Tutorial Videos Teach You Photography Features Of The iPhone XR, iPhone XS
Apple has released four new tutorial videos focused on photos and the iPhone on its YouTube channel. Among them is a clip that highlights the depth control feature of the iPhone XR and iPhone XS.
Qualcomm Already Wants You To Meet Its 'Second-Generation 5G Solution' Snapdragon X55
Qualcomm is already taking the wraps off the Snapdragon X55, its 'second-generation 5G solution.' That's despite the fact that a Snapdragon X50 device has yet to launch commercially.
Google Keep For iOS Now Works On Apple Watch
After removing Maps in 2017, Google is returning to the Apple Watch with Keep. In the latest update, the note-taking app now has support for the Cupertino brand's wearable.
Samsung To Ship Out The Galaxy S10 By March 8, Offers Up To $550 Off For Those Who Reserve Now
Samsung is set to start shipping out the highly anticipated Galaxy S10 on March 8. The brand is also offering up to $550 for those who reserve one now.
Apple To Launch News Subscription Service But Faces Publishers' Backlash Over 50 Percent Revenue Cut: Report
Apple is getting ready to launch its news subscription service that's described as a 'Netflix for news.' However, it's running into some issues with publishers over the terms, according to a new report.
Samsung Hints At Foldable Phone Debut Alongside Galaxy S10: 'The Future Unfolds'
Samsung just dropped a huge hint about its first foldable phone. From what can be gathered, it's pretty much confirmed that it's going to debut alongside the Galaxy S10 on Feb. 20 at its Unpacked Event.
2019 iPhone Models Will Still Have Lightning Ports Instead Of USB-C: Report
2019 iPhone models are said to sport Lightning ports instead of USB-C. What's more, they're rumored to be bundled with the same-old 5W USB-A charger, meaning users still won't be able to use fast-charging from the get-go.
Respawn On 'Apex Legends': 'We Want This To Be A 10-Year Game'
Respawn Entertainment has said that it wants 'Apex Legends' to be a '10-year game.' In other words, the developers are determined to continue supporting the battle royale shooter as long as there are players interested in it.
Malicious Android App That Steals Cryptocurrency Found On The Play Store
ESET has discovered an Android app that steals cryptocurrency on the Google Play Store. Called a 'clipper,' it tricks users into depositing into the hacker's cryptocurrency wallet address instead of their own.
Google's Adiantum Lets Even Cheap Android Smartphones Get Encryption
Google is unveiling its new form of encryption called Adiantum. It's designed to work with even low-end smartphones, computers, and the like without slowing them down and making them unusable.
Popular iOS Apps Found To Secretly Record Your iPhone Screen, Put Your Personal Data At Risk
An investigation by TechCrunch found that a lot of popular iOS apps are secretly recording iPhone users' screens. This method of gathering data known as 'session replaying' may inadvertently expose sensitive information and put them at risk.
Samsung's New Wireless Earphones 'Galaxy Buds,' Galaxy S10 (Again) Leak: Reverse Charging, In-Display Fingerprint Reader
Samsung's new truly wireless earphones called 'Galaxy Buds' just got leaked, and yet another Galaxy S10 leak is circulating online too. What's more, they show off the rumored reverse charging feature and confirm the in-display fingerprint reader.
Here's How To Play 'Sea Of Thieves' For Free This Week Via Its 'Friends Play Free' Promo
'Sea of Thieves' is free to play this week, thanks to its 'Friends Play Free' promo. As the name implies, those who own the game can invite up to three friends to play with them at no cost at all.
Google's Live Transcribe, Sound Amplifier Android Apps Help Deaf Or Hard-Of-Hearing People: Here's How
Google has unwrapped two new Android apps for deaf and hard-of-hearing users. Called Live Transcribe and Sound Amplifier, these accessibility features can help people with hearing loss in daily interactions and the like.
Top 10 Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games Revealed, 5 Of Which Have Sold Over 10M Copies
The numbers are in, and the rankings are out. Notably, 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' is among the top 10 best-selling Nintendo Switch games, despite launching just a few weeks ago in December.
Desktop Apps In Windows Mixed Reality Now Possible Via Preview Build 18329
The recently announced Windows 10 Insider Preiew Build 18329 is coming with a feature that lets users run Win32 desktop apps in Windows Mixed Reality. There's also a new Top apps section in Search and dark mode for Mail and Calendar.
Apple TV 4K And AirPods Sold At Cost, HomePod At Loss: Report
According to Daring Fireball's John Gruber, Apple sells its Apple TV 4K and AirPods at cost and the HomePod at a loss. He also says that the company's products aren't overpriced, just 'too good of a product.'
Watch Overwatch League Matches Through A Pro's Perspective For Just $15
The second season of the Overwatch League is kicking off in a few weeks. At that, Twitch and Blizzard are offering a new spectator tool to let viewers get a good look at all the action.
Rumor: Cheaper, Smaller Nintendo Switch Is Launching This 2019
According to a new report, Nintendo is going to release a new Switch model that's smaller and focused on portability. It's expected to be more affordable too, but it's going to lose some features to keep the price down.
Free PlayStation Plus Games For February 2019: 'For Honor,' 'Hitman' - Cloud Storage Now 100 GB Too
The free PlayStation Plus games for February 2019 have been revealed. Sony also announced that it's increasing the cloud storage limit from 10 GB to 100 GB.
Is Your Kid Using Facebook's Data-Collecting Research App? Here's How To Check For It
Through its Research VPN app, Facebook has been offering users aged 13 to 35 up to $20 for their data. Here's how to check if your (or your kid's) Android or iOS device is sending info to the company.
Resident Evil 2 Guide: Mr. Raccoon Locations And How To Unlock The Unbreakable Combat Knife
Capcom added a lot of new items and collectibles in the 'Resident Evil 2' remake, one of which are the Mr. Raccoon Toys. All 15 of them are worth tracking down because breaking them will unlock the Unbreakable Combat Knife.
Gmail For Android, iOS Gets Material Theme Redesign - Still No Dark Mode, Though
Google is giving the mobile version of Gmail a Material Theme redesign. Android and iOS users can expect the update to arrive in the coming weeks.
Samsung's One UI, Android 9 Pie Rollout In The US Begins With The Galaxy S9
The Android 9 Pie update with One UI is now available to some Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus devices in the United States. However, the rollout is limited.
Resident Evil 2 Guide: How To Unlock Leon's Desk
Completing puzzles in the 'Resident Evil 2' remake will yield rewards such as weapon upgrades. That said, here's how to unlock Leon's desk to augment the Matilda or the SLS 60.
Unity Made A Game Not For Humans But For AI Players
Unity has a video game made for artificial intelligence called 'Obstacle Tower.' It's also holding a contest dubbed 'Obstacle Tower Challenge,' giving researchers the opportunity to not only test out the capabilities of their AI but also win prizes.
Apple Wants To Prevent Apps From Tricking Users Into Signing Up For Subscriptions
Apple is putting a stop to deceptive iOS apps that trick users into subscriptions. Developers now have to make the pricing and terms of purchase on their apps crystal clear to users.
