Technology

Microsoft Paint is getting “deprecated” after more than three decades, and many have taken that as a sign that the long-running, beloved program is getting killed off with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update later this year. But does this mark the end of an era for computer art newbies, meme makers, and those who […]

Dogs were chipped first, and now human beings? Apparently, RFID microchips (or Radio-frequency identification) being implanted in humans are not part of science fiction fodder after all. Reportedly, a United States business announced a milestone to an uproar of protests and privacy speculation over “Big Brother” entering the human ecosystem. Privacy advocates are up in […]

Facebook is a powerful tool for spreading information. Thousands of posts have helped groups, families, and individuals by simply sharing information. However, not all Facebook posts are benign. While many of them may look innocent, a hidden danger lurks behind certain posts. Here are some examples of the like-farming scams that are making their rounds […]

Imagine ground travel at 700 miles per hour. That’s faster than the top speed of a 787 Dreamliner. Just think how fast you could get somewhere. What if you could walk down the street of your nearest big city and access this mode of travel? If Elon Musk has anything to say about it, it […]

This is an interesting discovery for smartphone users, as a recent research reveals that our brain capacity declines substantially when our smartphone is near. The research also finds that such things happen even when the smartphone is turned off. We have become too dependent on our gadgets, we can’t live one minute away from our […]

Good news for owners of the recently-launched OnePlus 5 smartphone, the China-based OEM is now rolling out an update to address the rebooting problem. For the unfamiliar, when an OnePlus owner attempted to dial 911 they discovered that their OnePlus 5 unit rebooted instantly. The company acknowledged the issue when it came to light an […]

Fans barely got their fill of the NES Classic Edition console, which was perpetually sold out, and the SNES is coming on September 29. However, it appears Nintendo is poised to cash in on the nostalgia once again. The Japan-based company could release the Nintendo 64, its next console in the “Classic” series in the […]

The much-awaited successor of the now defunct Galaxy Note 7 – the Galaxy Note 8 – is poised for an August launch. Samsung finally sent out an official invite for a press event, which is slated for August 23. On Thursday, July 20, the South Korean OEM sent the invites for the “Unpacked” event, which […]

Taking “sexy” selfies and earning a handsome return is often a privilege reserved for celebrities. However, one horse-loving stay-at-home military mom is banking thousands on Instagram by showing off her “flabby belly” to do her share in the household. Summers VonHesse, 30, is a busy mother of two children who spends her waking hours taking […]

A security robot (or “robot cop,” as some are calling it) has committed suicide. OK, so not really; more than likely, the device, which was found face-down in a fountain, couldn’t properly navigate stairs and met its watery demise. As The Guardian reports, the Knightscope K5 bot was designed to function as a sort-of “extra […]

Who could forget one of the most famous scenes in the iconic James Bond canon, when 007 finds himself tied to a table in Auric Goldfinger’s lair, watching as a laser beam slowly slices its way towards his crotch? “Do you expect me to talk?” asks a nervous Sean Connery. Auric swivels round and casually […]

The Japanese now have an autonomous alternative to the usual food delivery options that are going to make sushi lovers all over the world quite jealous. Starting next month, CarriRo Delivery, the new sushi delivery robot, is being introduced. CarriRo promises to modernize the delivery process. Created by Tokyo-based robotics company ZMP, the red, three-foot […]

Blue Apron stock sunk to an all-time low on Monday, plummeting to prices of $6.45 a share. The sudden decline comes amidst Amazon’s entry into the meal-kit delivery marketplace, with the e-commerce giant having only recently filed its first trademark in the industry. Following a highly anticipated IPO, which priced initial shares at $10 each, […]

China has banned all mentions of the honey-loving storybook bear Winnie the Pooh. Mentions of Winnie the Pooh were scrubbed from China’s version of Twitter, Weibo, and from the messaging program called WeChat. Users whose posts included the name of the character were also banned, Time Magazine reports. Vox reports that when users typed in […]

Tesla CEO Elon Musk advised a gathering of United States governors today that the rapid development of artificial intelligence poses dangers that require government oversight. Without such limits, he warned, such technology may well pose insurmountable challenges to human civilization. “On the artificial intelligence front, I have access to the very most cutting edge AI, […]

In a documented case of Airbnb racism, an Airbnb host has been fined $5k for canceling a reservation because the vacationer was Asian. In fact, the Airbnb host literally put the discrimination in words, letting the person know that she was canceling the reservation because the other woman was Asian. And Airbnb has gone one […]

Facebook announced Tuesday that it would begin beta testing ad blocks on the Facebook Messenger homepage worldwide after seeing “promising results from Australia and Thailand.” By the end of 2017, most users should expect to see the new advertising option on display in the Messenger app. Sponsored content will appear in between conversations in the […]

Google’s Android is comparatively a safe and secure platform due to the constant security patches and updates. Still, there are reports of malware attacks on some smartphones due to the development of new rogue apps that may harm the system. Google has now developed a feature specifically to battle these rogue apps dubbed the “Panic […]

Researchers have identified a malware that can hack 40 or more social media accounts, including Facebook and WhatsApp, on Android systems. The malware is called SpyDealer, and it can only run on Android operating systems between 2.2 Froyo and 4.4 Kitkat. The current OS is 7.1.2 Nougat. However, that can still affect millions of phones […]

Twitter is taking steps against the bullying for which it is all too well-known. The social media platform makes news headlines every day and usually not for the noblest reasons (even more so now, thanks to President Trump’s affinity for sharing his thoughts in 140 characters or less – #COVFEFE anyone?). But this time, the […]

Parents who introduce technology to their children at the early age have to deal with another problem as the children become more adept at the technology. A survey shows that more than 50 percent of them have to hide their online activity from their children. According to the survey from internet security experts at the […]

With hundreds of rumors littered online regarding the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, there is no denying that the interest in the Samsung phablet flagship remains high. However, people who have set their sights on the upcoming Galaxy Note 8 will have to wait until the official launch of the new Samsung phablet flagship and endure […]

Nokia and Xiaomi announced a multi-year patent agreement between the two companies, which includes cross-licensing cellular standard essential patents. According to CNBC, the companies reached an agreement on Wednesday to cross license patents from each other, which will help both in developing new products. The partnership means that Nokia will provide network infrastructure equipment, which […]

Samsung unveiled the refurbished variant of the Galaxy Note 7, dubbed Galaxy Note Fan Edition or FE, in South Korea on July 3, which is poised to go on sale in the country on July 7. For the unfamiliar, Samsung was compelled to withdraw the Galaxy Note 7 from the market after consumers encountered exploding […]

Facebook will not be adding any Christian-themed emojis, such as a cross, even though several Christian groups have been demanding one ever since the social media giant temporarily added a rainbow-flag, gay pride emoji last month. As The Metro reports, Facebook got thrown into the contentious social issue of LGBTQ rights on June 9, when […]

Microsoft had tablet fans all fired up about the release of its Surface Mini in 2014, but the tech giant then canceled the little tablet just weeks before its official debut. There have been only a handful of Microsoft Surface Mini promo images, and the world has never seen real pictures of the since-canceled device, […]

With terrorism on the rise, the need for safety and security is only ever-growing. In an effort to make authentication and identification of subjects easier, Intel is now working on a facial recognition technology. Intel’s new face recognition engine can rapidly and accurately identify people, even when they are moving and in a crowd. According […]

Here’s some good news for music lovers. Amazon is offering four months of unlimited music for just $0.99. Note you are not paying $0.99 per month for the streaming service. You are paying $0.99 for the entire four months. That means you can listen to any kind of music you want for the next four […]

Tech investor Dave McClure, 51, co-founder of investment firm 500 Startups, today admitted regrets for his behavior toward women in the tech industry, an issue which has gained considerable prominence over the past few years. “I’m a creep. I’m sorry,” said McClure. According to CNN Money, McClure’s contrition came on the heels of Shark Tank […]

There is no doubt that the 10.5-inch iPad Pro is Apple’s most capable tablet to date. Featuring a 10.5-inch Retina Display with an astounding 120Hz refresh rate, a powerful A10X chip and sleek design, the Cupertino-based tech giant’s flagship tablet is not to be trifled with. As with other Apple devices, however, its powerful performance […]

Fourth of July 2017 is upon us, and while the long weekend would be filled with awesome food and even more impressive fireworks, there are also some important sales and discounts to watch out for, especially for customers looking for some sweet new tech. Here are our picks for the best tech deals for 2017’s […]

Imagine being able to leave your house, lock your door, get into your car, drive, and get into your secure office building with just a wave of your hand? The new Token Ring uses biometrics with existing technologies to unlock your computer, make your online purchases, get into your car and start it, purchase your […]

Qualcomm’s newly unveiled Snapdragon 450 offers extremely efficient energy usage. The chipset, which is built using the same 14nm process as the Snapdragon 625 SoC used on BlackBerry KEYone and Moto Z Play, provides four additional hours of battery life. According to Phone Arena, a true octa-core CPU is found inside the Snapdragon 450 with […]

The new software iOS 11 beta has just been released to the public. Just a week ago it was limited to developers, but now, everyone can get a feel of what Apple has in store for its users. iOS 11 Beta Features iOS 11 comes with several improved features. Siri now has a voice that […]

In an effort to stamp out as much hate as possible, Facebook is moving forward with getting rid of all the hate speech they can on their website. Each and every single week, Facebook is deleting approximately 66,000 posts in an anti-hate campaign. With this campaign, they are cracking down on what they consider hate […]

Apple is already working on its newest operating system, iOS 11. But even before its official release, a new hacking group has reportedly jailbroken it in record time. No, it was not Pangu or Todesco. Will the jailbreak tool be released to the public? Liang Chen of Tencent Keen Lab demoed an iOS 11 jailbreak […]

Apple has acquired a German IT company that specializes in the development of eye-tracking glasses. The company’s technology is designed for use in several different fields, including neuroscience, psychology, and augmented reality. The deal was reported by MacRumours, which claims Apple has “almost certainly” purchased SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) for an unknown sum. The transaction has […]

Amazon is rolling out a long-awaited software update for its Echo family of smart speakers that allows the devices to function as an intercom system. You can place Echo devices in multiple rooms and then use teleconferencing to communicate between them. The option of using an Echo as an intercom network has been a top […]

Ringless voicemails will be included in new U.S. anti-robocall rules being devised by the FCC after a plea to exempt them was withdrawn. A marketing company had been trying to convince the FCC that ringless voicemails shouldn’t be banned under the same legislation as regular robocalls. The firm, called All About the Message, had petitioned […]

Social media juggernaut Facebook has been quietly negotiating with Hollywood moguls in an attempt to enter the original programming market. With the potential to add millions of dollars in new ad revenue, Facebook is willing to pay TV studios as much as $3 million per episode for exclusive streaming content. As reported by CNBC, Facebook […]

Ready to save big-time on an Amazon Echo sale? Although the deal is apparently a limited-time offer that’s only good for today, there might not be a better time to get the retail giant’s personal assistant, as it’s now selling for only $129.99, or $50 off full retail pricing. What’s also interesting about this deal, […]

Google just made it easier for Americans to find jobs. Focusing on both full-time and part-time jobs, the company has introduced a newfangled search initiative called Google for Jobs, making it convenient for American job seekers to find the right employers. ‘Google for Jobs’ will be available in English on desktop and mobile. When users […]

Apple’s iOS 11 Beta 2 brings along one of the most desired features of the upcoming software update. The Do Not Disturb While Driving mode is finally live and can be used to try and curb the increasing traffic accidents caused by drivers being on their phones. The number of phone related road accidents have […]

Intel will join hands with IOC to enhance the visual and interactive experience of Olympic Games through 2024. The chip company will focus on infusing its 5G platforms, virtual reality (VR), 3D and 360-degree content development platforms, artificial intelligence, and drones to offer an interactive experience. Intel’s new tech deal will begin during the 2018 […]

On June 22, Facebook hosted an exclusive summit for group admins. The Facebook Communities Summit, which was held in Chicago, showcased new features that group admins can make use of to help people who are a part of their communities online. This meet-up is a part of Facebook’s new mission to bring the world closer, […]

Fans already know that Android O is Android 8.0. What they are not certain about was the meaning of the O. Many had already speculated that the O stands for Oreo, as the last software version was named after one of the most popular snacks of the century, KitKat, so why not name the next […]

With so many devices now reliant on the internet and people frequently accessing Wi-Fi, maintaining the security and privacy of mobile devices, smart speakers, or laptops has become of paramount importance. Tech companies around the world are waging a continuous war against hackers and others who present a danger to security. However, the defense in […]

Yahoo has announced it is shutting down its award-winning News Digest app, which it bought from a 17-year-old entrepreneur for a reported $30 million. The simplistic news service sent you a “digest” of the top six to eight stories of the day at 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. News Digest launched in January of 2014, […]

Google has updated its acceptable content guidelines to specifically exclude personal medical records from its search results pages. The content type joins a small selection of other banned forms of information which it will actively remove from searches. The company is generally reluctant to interfere with its indexing. The new policy was spotted by Bloomberg […]

Tinder is a popular hookup app. It’s the last place where you consider talking to someone about politics, but it turns out that Tinder could change the way we talk about politics. In data pulled from the British election, the New York Times revealed that the app’s user base is willing to talk about politics […]