Skip to main content

Latest by C. de Looper

milwaukee pokemon go first amendment app 1

Looking for rare Pokémon? These maps might help, but use with caution

Why wonder around aimlessly looking for Pokémon when you can simply use a map instead? A number of Pokémon Go maps have popped up.
net neutrality in jeopardy trump administration fcc tom wheeler 2

The FCC just took the next big step in implementing 5G

The FCC has voted unanimously to implement a plan for 5G -- one that will see the commission designating bands of radio waves to 5G.
sprint kidsfirstphone website launch kids with phones

Sprint wants to help parents decide when it’s time to get their kids a smartphone

Sprint has launched a new website designed to help parents decide whether or not it's the right time to buy their kids a smartphone.
iphone 7 lightning earpods leak version 1467204487 apple headphones top 650x0

Supposed Lightning EarPods for iPhone 7 shown in new leak

Apple is widely expected to get rid of the headphone jack on the iPhone 7, and a new leak shows which direction Apple may go instead.
google keyboard 5 1 rollout

You can now choose a photo for your keyboard thanks to Google Keyboard 5.1

Google has started rolling out version 5.1 of its Keyboard app, boasting a number of changes, including customizable themes and new emojis.
accuweather android update oombrella  unforgettable smart umbrella

AccuWeather’s Android app now gives you the ability to see the future

AccuWeather has released a big update to its Android app that includes a number of great new features, including a 'Dark Theme' and more weather graphs.
facebook backpack switch data center

Facebook tests its apps in a data center that houses 2,000 smartphones

Facebook's latest data center isn't like the others -- instead it's designed specifically for app testing, housing a hefty 2,000 smartphones.
Cuba Flight

Travel cheap thanks to Google's hotel and flight-finding search update

Google has launched an update to its search engine designed to help users find deals on both hotels and flights, making traveling cheaper.
messenger paypal facebook

Pizza Hut is making ordering easy thanks to its new Messenger chatbot

Pizza Hut wants to make it as easy as possible for you to order a pizza, and has announced the launch of a new pizza-ordering bot for Facebook Messenger.
Android Wear 2

Developer preview 2 of Android Wear 2.0 is out now! Here’s what’s new

Google has released the second developer preview of Android Wear 2.0, boasting a number of great new features and bug fixes.
google fiber louisville hybrid launch googlefiber 01

Google’s new Fiber plans are a perfect (and cheap) fit for enterprise

As Google Fiber expands its reach to Charlotte, there are also a new selection of business plans for enterprise customers to choose from three price points.
sonnen eco compact home battery

Sonnen takes on Tesla with the Eco Compact, a long-lasting home battery

Tesla isn't the only company with a home battery. Sonnen recently announced a Powerwall competitor that should last longer, but is arguably cheaper too.
Lyft

No car? No worries! Lyft and GM to rent cars to drivers in three more cities

Lyft and GM have announced the expansion of the Express Drive car rental program, which will now be available in San Francisco, L.A., and Denver.
pokemon go filter businesses near pokestops

‘Pokemon Go’ malware already exists and it could be on your phone

'Pokemon Go' malware has already been spotted out in the wild, and may have infected your phone if you downloaded the game from a third-party source.
verizon no unlimited data feat

Verizon just reached a ‘key milestone’ on the road to 5G

5G seems like it's a long way off, but Verizon just announced that it has reached another of its goals towards making 5G happen first.
silent circle 5 million lawsuit blackphone 2 official 01a

So much for security! Silent Circle's Blackphone business could be in trouble

Silent Circle, the company behind the ultra-secure Blackphone, may be in a spot of trouble. According to court documents, the company is in serious debt.
rich miner google education project richminer feat

Google is creating a new education project, with Rich Miner at its helm

Android co-founder Rich Miner is set to lead a new education project at Google. It's unknown exactly what the new project will be.
netatmo smart security camera netatmo2

The Netatmo smart security camera recognizes who’s in your house and when

Security cameras are great, but they're not that smart yet. Netatmo wants to change that, and has produced a smart security camera with facial recognition.
swon connected shower head

Save water, energy, and money with the Swon connected shower tracker

If you live in California or simply want to save water and money, the Swon connected shower head can track how much water you use during a shower.
yahoo bots facebook messenger monkey pets monkeypet

New Yahoo bots give you the news, a pet monkey in Facebook Messenger

Yahoo has launched a slew of new bots on Facebook Messenger, including News, Weather, and a bot that will simulate having a pet monkey.
Samsung Gear Fit 2

Samsung Gear Fit 2 vs Fitbit Blaze: Which tracker is the fittest?

There are a ton of fitness trackers out there, but two of the best known have to be the Samsung Gear Fit 2 and the Fitbit Blaze. But which is better?
HTC Desire 530

HTC brings the Desire 530 and its one-of-a-kind paint job stateside

HTC has announced that it's bringing the Desire 530 budget smartphone to the U.S. The device is available through both T-Mobile and Verizon.
snapchat targeted ads memories

Goodbye, camera roll! Snapchat launches Memories, a way to search your past snaps

Snapchat may be known for its disappearing messages, however the social media app now wants you to save pictures, thanks to Memories, its latest feature.
rain gear, running

Suunto wants to make a dent in the sports-watch market with the Spartan Sport

Suunto is hoping to make a dent in the sports-watch market with the Spartan Sport, a fitness-tracking watch that has GPS and a sleek design.
LG LN450W monitor logo

LG is preparing to build flexible POLED displays for cars

LG is planning to start building flexible POLED displays for cars, wearables, and more, according to recent reports.
pokemon go filter businesses near pokestops

Catch ’em all! Pokémon Go is rolling out to Android and iOS right now

Surprise! Pokemon Go has begun rolling out to both Android and iOS in certain markets. While some can't access the game just yet, it should show up soon.
dyson 360 eye personal engineer robot vacuum

Dyson’s 360 Eye vacuum is so complex you need a special engineer to set it up

Dyson is looking toward the future with the 360 Eye, a robotic vacuum cleaner. Only problem? It's so complex it requires an engineer to set it up.
OnePlus 3

OnePlus is fixing the 3’s screen and RAM issues in a reviewer-first update

Reviews of the OnePlus 3 have so far been pretty good, but there have been some issues. Both the RAM and screen issues, however, will be fixed in an update.
polar integration trainingpeaks running program6

A perfect fitness match: Polar, TrainingPeaks join to help users reach endurance goals

If you're a Polar fitness tracker user training for an endurance event, you can now sync your Polar Flow data with TrainingPeaks.
apple macos ios watchos developer beta 2 feat

Apple rolls out second beta of MacOS Sierra, iOS 10, and WatchOS 3

Apple has rolled out the second beta of its three operating systems, bringing a number of new features and bug fixes.
best wearables for kids 91i mhnhzol  sl1500

Forget the grown-ups! Here are the best wearables for kids

Seems like the adults are always the ones having fun with technology. Forget 'em! Here are some of the best smartwatches and fitness trackers for kids.
messenger paypal facebook

Facebook's Messenger platform now has quick replies, video support and more

Hot on the heels of news that Messenger now has 11,000 bots, Facebook has added a slew of features to the platform, including ratings and quick replies.
facebook post translation tool search

No English? No problem: Facebook can translate posts into different languages

Facebook is testing a new feature that will allow you to automatically translate posts, showing the translated versions to people who speak other languages.
Samsung Galaxy s7 Active waterproof phones

The tough get going: Which Samsung Galaxy Active phone is right for you?

Samsung has released the "Active" version of the Galaxy S7, which acts as a follow up to last year's Galaxy S6 Active. But how do the two devices compare?