Articles by Vincent Lanaria
Google, Microsoft, Comcast Gang Up On Verizon Over New LTE-U Technology That Could Ruin Wi-Fi
Verizon has plans to roll out LTE-U, but Google, Microsoft and Comcast all oppose the technology, saying that it can disrupt existing Wi-Fi systems. The FCC leaves the companies to sort things out themselves, but the organization says that it'll 'step in' if necessary.
Xiaomi Mi 5 Render Surfaces Online As Analyst Dismisses UltraSonic Fingerprint Scanner Rumors
Based on a new render that emerged recently, the Xiaomi Mi 5 will be the smartphone maker's first handset to sport a physical home button. According to Pan Jiutang, the company might have discarded the idea of Qualcomm's UltraSonic Fingerprint Scanner, explaining the button.
T-Mobile In Trouble As New York Attorney General Investigates Alleged False Advertising Practices
T-Mobile is the subject of many complaints over an alleged false advertisement that says to take service contracts and hidden fees out of the picture. Eric Schneiderman, the New York attorney general, investigates the critics' concerns.
Fleye Is A Flying Robot That Claims To Be The Safest Autonomous Drone In The World
Belgium startup Fleye says that the drone it's working on is the 'world's safest drone.' The flying robot looks pretty much like a floating sphere, putting away the usual harmful propellers of most drones.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Will Be 10 Percent Cheaper Than Galaxy S6, Says Analyst
According to China-based analyst Pan Jiutang, the Samsung Galaxy S7 will have a relatively 10 percent lower price tag compared with the initial price of the Galaxy S6, making it one of the most affordable flagships in 2016.
Hacktivists Find Islamic State Mobile App Where Terrorists Spread Propaganda And Beheading Videos
The hacktivist Ghost Security Group has spotted an Islamic State Android app the terrorist group uses to spread propaganda. The content of the app comes from the organization's channel Amaq News Agency, broadcasting videos of beheadings and reports of terrorist attacks.
Microsoft Reveals ‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’ Endurance Mode And Baba Yaga DLC
Microsoft reveals Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch DLC coming early next year and a new Endurance Mode on Dec. 29 for 'Rise of the Tomb Raider.' Also, the DLC Cold Darkness Awakened is slated to launch sometime in 2016.
Tim Schafer’s ‘Full Throttle’ And ‘Day Of The Tentacle’ Remastered For The PS4 And PS Vita
Both 'Full Throttle' and 'Day of the Tentacle' are getting remastered, and they're going to land on the PS4 and PS Vita in 2016 and 2017. Founded by Tim Schafer, Double Fine Productions will take care of the remasters.
Google Files Patent For Needle-Free Blood Sampling Device
Google files another patent that can help people monitor their glucose levels in the future, and it's called 'Needle-Free Blood Draw.' As the name suggests, the device will be able to draw blood without a needle quickly and painlessly.
‘Shadow Complex’ Is Now Free To Download For PC, Coming To The PS4, Xbox One [Video]
'Shadow Complex' is going to launch on the PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in 2016, and on top of that, it's going to be a remastered version. What's more, 'Shadow Complex Remastered' is already available for free on the developer's website until Dec. 31.
New Lab Zero RPG 'Indivisible' Hits $1.5M Indiegogo Target
Lab Zero Games started a crowdfunding campaign for its next game to follow 'Skullgirls' called 'Indivisible,' an RPG game inspired by 'Valkyrie Profile' and 'Super Metroid.' Now, the project has reached its target and set two new stretch goals.
The Hottest Game Releases For The PlayStation 4 And Xbox One To Be Psyched About In 2016
Hyped up for the upcoming games in 2016? Well, so are we! Here's a list of the most anticipated titles for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One that everybody's excited about.
Samsung’s Internet For VR Is A Web Browser For Virtual Reality
Starting Dec. 2, Samsung will roll out an optimized Web browser for the Samsung Gear VR. The immersive browser will be called Samsung Internet for Gear VR, and it supports voice recognition and an onscreen keyboard for text input.
New Nexus 7 Tablet Coming In 2016, Will Be Manufactured By Huawei: Rumor
According to a rumor, a new Google Nexus 7 tablet will premiere in 2016. It won't be manufactured by Asus, as Huawei has already started to build it.
‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’ Sales Tank But Dev Team Is ‘Very Happy’
'Rise of the Tomb Raider' faced tough competition when it launched as an Xbox exclusive on the same day as 'Fallout 4.' However, Microsoft and Square Enix as well as Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal are 'very happy,' according to director Brian Horton.
Pandora CEO Says Free Streaming Services Will Kill The Music Industry
Pandora's CEO Brian McAndrews says that free on-demand music streaming will eventually ruin the music industry. He explains his case and offers solutions in an op-ed column published on Business Insider.
MPAA Surprisingly Drops Bug Bounty Program For Pirate Catchers, Loosens Up Anti-Piracy Policies A Bit
The MPAA changes up its anti-piracy policy, making several slight changes throughout the document. The organization has apparently discontinued the Take Action Award and no longer encourages theater managers to alert authorities.
New Samsung Patent Reveals Project Valley Foldable Smartphone Could Unfold Into A Tablet
A newly published Samsung patent on the United States Patent and Trademark Office has disclosed details of Project Valley, a concept that'll allow foldable smartphones that could turn into a tablet.
Microsoft Wants Your Ideas To Make HoloLens A Success
Microsoft has started the Share Your Idea website, where people can submit ideas as well as vote and comment on others. The company will choose three of the most popular ones at the end of the program and build them.
WhatsApp Blocks Links To Competitor Messaging Service Telegram: Intentional Or Just A Bug?
URL links to Telegram gets blocked on WhatsApp when version 2.12.367 silently rerolled out. It's a first for the Facebook-owned chat app to block references of a major competitor from its service.
$2.5 Million Bugatti Chiron With Whopping 1,500 Horsepower Leaked In Spy Shots
Some spy shots of the upcoming Bugatti Chiron have been making rounds on the Internet, and the car looks awesome. The vehicle is considered to be the successor of the Veyron, packing in an impressive 1,500 horsepower.
Uber Launches UberPool Taxi-Sharing Service In London And Paris
Uber is going to roll out UberPool in London on Dec. 4 at 4 p.m., making it the second European city next to Paris to accommodate the taxi-sharing service.
Nokia Wants To Bring Back The Glory Days With $16.6 Billion Bid For Alcatel-Lucent
By early 2016, Nokia aims to make resurgence in the market, taking over Alcatel-Lucent with a $16.6 billion bid in the process. The Finnish company plans to concentrate on manufacturing telecom equipment.
Telstra Opens Doors To Interactive Flagship Store In Melbourne
Telstra has unveiled its interactive retail store Discovery in Melbourne, potentially taking on the likes of Microsoft and Apple. The store will have Tap and Take touch tables as well as a barista to serve free coffee to customers.
Former Top Gear Host Jeremy Clarkson Shows Off Amazon’s New Delivery Drone Ahead Of Cyber Monday [Video]
Amazon demonstrates its upcoming 30-minute delivery service called the Amazon Prime Air. The retailer released two promotional videos, where one of the two features former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson.
Li-Fi Uses Lightbulbs To Deliver Broadband 100 Times Faster, But Don’t Throw Out Your Wi-Fi Router
While Li-Fi can deliver 100 times faster Internet speeds than Wi-Fi, the lighbult-based technology won't be taking over every Wi-Fi spot anytime soon because of a few restrictions.
Apple Patent For Electronic Shutting Ports Another Proof Of Waterproof iPhone 7
The much anticipated iPhone 7 is reported to roll out sometime in September 2016, and it could be waterproof. The USPTO recently disclosed an Apple patent, where the technology could provide water protection for future iPhone generations.
Censorship By Carrier: Telstra Bans Swear Words From Text Messages Sent Through Its Network
Telstra censors swear words on voice-to-text messages on its network, dropping the F and C bombs from its list of acceptable words. They won't be re-worded like in Apple's case, as they will be replaced by long dashes instead.
Top Five Best VPN Services Of 2015: How To Hide Your Online Activities From The Rest Of The Web
With the numerous VPN providers available in the market, choosing which one to rely on can be a difficult decision to make. Here's the top five best VPN services of 2015 that stand out from the pack.
Xiaomi Mi 5 Tipped For January Launch As CEO Lei Jun Promises It’s ‘Worth The Wait’
According to the latest rumors surrounding the Mi 5, Xiaomi will be rolling out its much-anticipated flagship sometime in January 2016. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun says that it's 'worth the wait' and 'very, very good.'
