Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
HTC One X and EVO 4G LTE Delayed at Customs over Potentially Infringing Apple Patent
The HTC One X and HTC EVO 4G LTE have become the first devices to face an import delay at U.S. Customs, over claims of infringing an Apple patent. As the agency investigates patent issues with the Cupertino, California-based tech giant, the two HTC flagship phones are indefinitely delayed at Customs. The HTC One X is also out of stock at AT&T's online store and most AT&T retail stores, and most of them had little or no information on when they would receive more units.
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Apple Issues New Security Update for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Apple released a new software update on Monday, May 14, designed to protect users of its two-year-old Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system against security threats by the infamous Flashback Trojan. Users of the newer Snow Leopard (10.6) and Lion (10.7) operating systems received security patches last month.
Apple Rebrands 'iPad WiFi + 4G' as 'iPad WiFi + Cellular' Following Global Uproar
Following a series of complaints across the world and continued pressure from regulators, Apple has quietly rebranded its new iPad to address concerns, as 9to5Mac first reported. Apple had branded its new iPad as WiFi + 4G, but the device was only capable of connecting to LTE networks in North America. Regulators expressed concerns that Apple's advertising was confusing and misleading buyers in regards to the data speeds the third-generation iPad could achieve.
Facebook Updates Data Use Policy to Comply with IDPC - All You Need to Know About the Changes
Facebook has announced that it is updating its data use policy in an effort to help people better understand how the company uses the information they share. As part of these changes, the social networking company is also indicating that it may start displaying ads on sites other than Facebook, based on the interests and hobbies that users express on their Facebook profile. This move comes ahead of Facebook Inc.'s expected initial public offering (IPO) this week.
Diablo III, Max Payne 3, Game of Thrones: Top 3 Games to Premiere This Week
It's an exciting week for gamers, as incredibly popular hits are up for premieres. Diablo III, considered by many as the most iconic role-playing game (RPG) franchise of all times, is coming after more than a decade from the previous iteration. Max Payne 3 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 is the third release in the wildly popular Third-Person Shooter series Max Payne developed by Rockstar Games. Game of Thrones, based on the incredibly popular book and HBO TV series, will also release this week ...
New MacBook Pro with Retina Display, Ultra-Thin Design & USB 3.0 Ports (Rumor)
While increasingly more information has been surfacing in regards to the next MacBook Pros with Ivy Bridge processors, 9to5Mac has taken a step further and detailed exactly what to expect from the new 15-inch MacBooks. 9to5Mac based its report on "trusted sources in Apple's supply chain, who have handled prototype components for the new Apple notebook."
Nintendo 3DS Exclusive Kingdom Hearts Coming Soon, Early Adopters Get a Treat - What You Need to Know
Augmented reality seems to become an increasingly bigger part of the handheld games consoles ecosystem, and the nascent technology is rapidly becoming a popular trend. Games such as Kid Icarus Uprising have sparked interest in augmented reality technology, and now Square Enix is joining the party.
HP Tablets Running on Microsoft's Windows 8 OS - What You Should Know
HP has recently announced it will resume production of consumer tablets, but this time the tablets will run on Microsoft's new Windows 8 operating system instead of WebOS.
Adobe Finally Caves: Free Patches for Photoshop, Illustrator & Flash Professional
Recent versions of Adobe's high-profile Creative Suite applications, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash Professional, have security vulnerabilities on both Windows and Mac platforms. While Adobe initially said users must pay for a CS6 upgrade to fix the problems, subsequently, the company said it will issue free patches to fix the bugs in all three applications. The change was announced in a post on the company's official blog.
Google Plans $100 Million Acquisition of Meebo: Why?
Google is close to acquiring Meebo, according to a recent report by AllThingsD, citing two unnamed sources familiar with the matter. The acquisition price for the company would be roughly $100 million, said one of the sources.
Apple vs. Google: iOS Trumps Android in Enterprise Activity
According to a new study, the first quarter of 2012 has seen a dramatic shift of consumerization trends in the enterprise sector. Mobile devices running Apple's iOS showed more activity in the workplace than their Google Android counterparts, and end users migrated from Facebook toward Twitter.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Now in the UK: All You Need to Know
Samsung's recently released 7-inch Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 was generally well-received, and is considered a good buy at least for first-time tablet buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which means it can run standard phone and tablet apps. The tablet reached the U.S. shores last month with a $250 price tag, though Macmall is currently selling it on eBay for $220, with free shipping.
iPad Bundled with 2013 Cadillac XTS - What You Need to Know
The luxurious XTS is the most important vehicle Cadillac launched in the last few years, and is the first to feature the brand new Cadillac User Experience, i.e. the CUE infotainment system. The CUE system is the latest in car technology, and is in fact so advanced that it requires assistance to help owners get accustomed to its features. To help owners learn how to use it, Cadillac is making a very tempting offer: an Apple iPad bundled with each XTS.
iPad Mini Latest Rumors: $200 for 8GB of Storage, October Release
There have been various rumors indicating that a mini iPad is in the works, and the rumor mill is incessantly churning. A new report has surfaced on Thursday, May 10, this time from iMore. Citing a previously reliable source, the outlet reports Apple will be releasing a 7-inch version of its popular iPad by October 2012, along with the next-generation iPhone. According to the report, the smaller version of the iPad would be cheaper, at the expense of less storage.
Apple's Patent for Advanced Facial Recognition Relies on 3D Rendering
Apple has always had a passion for innovation, and it has always managed to come up with something revolutionary, one way or another. Now, the company is reportedly showing interest in building secure, advanced face recognition technology that would create three-dimensional models using two-dimensional images. A person's face, for instance, would have far greater accuracy rendered in 3-D.
Samsung Galaxy S3: Olympic Games Phone During London 2012 Games
Visa and Samsung Electronics announced on Wednesday, May 9, that Samsung's latest smartphone innovation, the Galaxy S3, will serve as Samsung's Olympic Games Phone during the London 2012 Games.
Xperia GX and Xperia SX: What You Need to Know About Sony's First LTE Smartphones for the Japanese Market
On Tuesday, May 8, Sony Mobile Communications announced two new Xperia Android smartphones - Xperia GX and Xperia SX - aimed specifically at the Japanese market. The two smartphones join the Xperia acro HD and Xperia NX, currently two of the best selling smartphones in Japan.
Nokia's Lumia Windows Phone Lineup Gets New Apps, Some Exclusive to Lumia
While Nokia's Lumia lineup was generally well-received and praised, especially the Nokia Lumia 900, a major drawback loomed and cast a shadow upon everything. Apps are an essential part for every smartphone, and the biggest drawback with Nokia's Lumia lineup has been the lack of sufficiently available apps on the Windows Phone platform - roughly 80,000 (compared to Apple App Store's 500,000 and Google Play's 450,000).
Microsoft's May Patch Tuesday - What You Need to Know
As part of May's Patch released on Tuesday, May 8, Microsoft fixes 23 security flaws in all versions of Windows, Microsoft Office, Silverlight, and .NET Framework.
Oracle v. Google Java Lawsuit: Jury Delivers Mixed Verdict
After more than four days of deliberation, the jury in the Oracle - Google lawsuit finally delivered a verdict on Monday, May 7.
MasterCard PayPass Wallet Services: What You Need to Know
MasterCard, the No.2 payments processor, announced it will offer its own digital wallet services to consumers. MasterCard's PayPass Wallet Services is a new global offering that allows customers to make faster and easier purchases in stores and online, through a single click or tap.
Google Self-Driving Car Allowed to Hit Nevada Roads
Google has officially become the first company to get a license to test its self-driving cars on public roads, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced on Monday, May 7.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Kicks off IPO Roadshow in NY, Proceeds to Boston
Facebook has started marketing its upcoming initial public offering (IPO), and according to a person familiar with the matter, who was cited by SFGate, Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with potential investors on Monday.
AT&T Ventures into Home Automation and Security Services
Ahead of the CTIA Wireless show in New Orleans, AT&T announced it would make a strong entrance into the home security and automation business. The company said it has formed "Digital Life" to deliver these services, which will work with any Internet connection, and will be available nationwide. AT&T will start a trial this summer in Dallas and Atlanta.
Samsung Galaxy S3 is Future-Proof: Why?
On Thursday, May 3, Samsung finally took the wraps off its next-generation Galaxy phone, one of the most highly-anticipated smartphones of the year. The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the successor of the wildly popular Galaxy S2 smartphone, which drove Samsung to the top as the world's biggest phone manufacturer.
Smoking iPhone Mystery Solved: Misplaced Screw
Back in November 2011, a flight had touched down in Sydney with a smoking gun on board. The gun - an iPhone that started smoking on the regional flight - was quickly extinguished, but an investigation was launched.
Facebook Messenger App Gets Updated with Read Receipts, Locations and Real-Time Typing Indicator
Facebook, the world's largest social networking service, has updated the iOS and Android versions of Facebook Messenger, its cross-platform messaging only app, in an effort to address some of the issues associated with text-based communication.
