Articles by Vincent Lanaria
iPhone X Impressions, Videos Are Out Early As Apple Takes Odd Release Strategy
More and more details of the iPhone X are turning up online after Apple sent out a few review units and invited a couple of YouTubers over its New York penthouse to take the handset out for a spin.
PlayStation's Paris Games Week 2017: Here Are The Biggest Announced Games We're All Excited For
Sony kicked off the Paris Games Week 2017 with an extensive list of PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR games, including but not limited to 'Ghost of Tsushima' and 'The Last of Us Part II.'
Nintendo Outs Its Best-Selling Switch Games, And The Number 1 Title Isn't Surprising To Anyone
The numbers are in, and Nintendo's best-selling Switch games have been revealed. As expected, 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild' is at the top.
Google Put An Easter Egg Mini Game In The Pixel 2 That'll Get You Squeezing Your Phone
The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL have a mini-game Easter egg related to Active Edge. From the look of things, Google wants you to have fun giving your phone a good squeeze.
You Can Get An Essential PH-1 For Just $299: Here's What You Need
The Essential PH-1 or Essential Phone is available for just $299, but you're going to have to jump through a few hoops to get it at that price.
Early iPhone X Videos, Images Give A Glimpse Of What To Expect From Apple's 'Future Of The Smartphone'
Apple fans everywhere can now get a close look at the highly anticipated iPhone X by way of early packaging and unboxing images and videos.
Pixel 2 XL Records Poor Audio Quality When Shooting Videos, Users Complain
If you've noticed poor audio quality on your Pixel 2 XL's recorded videos, then you're not alone. Other users are going through the same thing, from ringing sounds to problematic background audio.
Blizzard Wants To Give 'Overwatch' Viewers A Better Experience With Home And Away Colors, Top-Down Interactive Map
Watching 'Overwatch' matches is about to get even better. Game director Jeff Kaplan announced two big features coming to the scene: Home and Away colors and a new top-down interactive map.
iPhone X Screen Repair To Cost $279, Out-Of-Warranty Damage $549: Why You Need AppleCare+
Apple is going to charge you $279 to replace the screen of your iPhone X or $549 for damage outside the warranty, but AppleCare+ will bring those down to $29 and $99 respectively.
iPhone X Pronunciation: How Apple Wants You To Say It (Hint: It's Not 'Ex')
There's a slight chance you might be pronouncing 'iPhone X' wrong. From the look of things, it's not called the iPhone 'ex' at all, according to Apple.
Pixel 2 XL Suffers From Major Display Issues: Here Are Some Alternatives To Consider
The Pixel 2 XL is plagued with a serious burn-in issue, among other things. At that, here are some alternatives to it, including one from LG, one from HTC, and one from Google.
Here's What You Need To Know About The Ransomware Bad Rabbit
As the third major ransomware outbreak of the year, Bad Rabbit has infected organizations across Russia and other countries in Eastern Europe, demanding 0.05 Bitcoin or about $285 to decrypt locked-up files.
Pixel 2 Has Intel Inside: Chip Maker Helped Google Develop The Hidden Pixel Visual Core Processor
Google has confirmed that Intel codeveloped the hidden Pixel Visual Core, which works hand in hand with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835, found in every Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL out there.
Google Assistant Learns Over 50 New Games, Stories, And Activities For Family-Friendly Fun Powered By AI
Google just taught Assistant more than 50 new games, stories, and activities that can provide some family-fun entertainment for hours on end. The new actions are already available but only to U.S. residents.
Pixel 2 XL's Display Has More Problems Than The Burn-In Issue: Dead Pixels, Green Lines, And More
Google's plate is full. Aside from the Pixel 2 XL's burn-in issue, its pOLED display is also having problems with dead pixels, blue shift, black smear, weird green lines, and many others.
The Essential PH-1 Isn't A Success, And The $200 Price Drop Proves It
The $699 Essential PH-1 or Essential Phone just got its price dropped by $200. While that's good news for consumers, it indicates that the smartphone maker is struggling.
Steve Wozniak Says iPhone 8 Is The Same As iPhone 7, Won't Get iPhone X On Launch Day
Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak isn't going to get the iPhone X the day it launches because he's happy with the iPhone 8, which he thinks is the same as the iPhone 7, which he says is like the iPhone 6.
Edge Gets New Features Via Windows 10 Fall Creators Update To Win Back Online Users
With the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, Microsoft is beefing up Edge with a ton of features such as Pinned Sites and true full screen browsing.
Nintimdo RP Is The Raspberry Pi-Powered Nintendo Switch Clone That Can Play Almost Every Retro Game
Electrical engineering student of Iowa State University Tim Lindquist made a Raspberry Pi-powered Nintendo Switch clone that's even more capable than the real thing in some ways. (Hint: It can run more retro games).
Tesla Inks Deal To Build EV Factory In Shanghai, China: Report
Wall Street Journal sources say that Tesla has struck a deal with China to build a factory in Shanghai's free trade zone, which will increase the electric car maker's declining sales in the country.
Confirmed: Google Online Support Rep Says Rooting Your Pixel 2 Won't Void The Warranty
Yes, you won't void the warranty of your Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL if you root it as long as you bought it from Google, an official chat support rep has confirmed.
Google's Parent Alphabet Deploys Project Loon, Brings Internet Service To Puerto Rico
Alphabet is partnering up with AT&T and other authorities to bring internet access and cellular connectivity to Puerto Rico, which was hit by Hurricane Maria.
Nintendo Switch Owners Report USB-C, Charging Problems After Using Nyko's Portable Docking Kit
Owners of Nyko's Portable Docking Kit for Nintendo Switch are reporting that the console no longer charges properly after using the dock, and it could be because the accessory is damaging the system's USB-C port.
Google Pixel 2 Accessories Take Smartphone Customization To The Next Level
Google's Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are now available, but that's just the beginning. The next step is the accessories such as the Live Case, Pixel Buds, and more.
What You Need To Know About The Moto X4 Amazon Prime Exclusive: $329 Price, Ads, And Alexa
The Moto X4 is now part of the Amazon Prime Exclusive lineup, and it's available for only $329.99. While it comes with ads, it's one of the many homes of Alexa, which is rare to see on a smartphone.
Pixel 2 XL Teardown Reveals Magic Behind Squeezable Sides, Gives Closer Look At The Pixel Visual Core
iFixit has published its Pixel 2 XL teardown, revealing how Active Edge works. More than that, it also provides a closer look at the phone's hidden image processor called the Pixel Visual Core.
Nokia 7 Goes Official, Comes With A Nokia 8 Feature Known As The 'Bothie' Camera
HMD Global has finally unveiled the new Nokia 7, the new midrange Android smartphone in town that boasts a Nokia 8 feature: the 'bothie' camera.
Moto Z Phones Become Alexa's New Home Thanks To The Moto Smart Speaker
Motorola is giving Alexa a new home in its Moto Z phones via a new Moto Mod. With a straightforward name, the Moto Smart Speaker with Amazon Alexa brings the smart assistant to your fingertips.
iPad Hack Gives You An Extra Button To Work With (Hint: It's The Camera)
For some users, the iPad needs an extra button or two. Fortunately, Astro HQ has heard their woes, bringing a solution to the table: turn the front camera into a button.
Sony Makes New Label Unties To Publish Nintendo Switch, PC Games
Sony has officially announced a new label called Unties to publish games with a focus on indie games on the Nintendo Switch and the PC.
