Google Purchases Satellite Company
Seeking to further expand its global reach, Google purchased satellite company Skybox Imaging for $500 million. While the immediate impact of the deal will be improvements to Google Maps and Google Earth, the hope is for the satellites to eventually aid in spreading the internet to parts of the world that have never had web […]
Affordable Computer Repair in Ventura County
In the world of business, computers are only becoming more and more vital to keeping things running smoothly and efficiently. Whether they are used to process data on internal affairs or store information about customers, computers are an excellent tool. While keeping these systems up and running can help to ensure success, their breakage can […]
Handheld Gaming Devices Lagging Behind
With the rise of smartphones and tablets, the need for dedicated handheld gaming devices has gone down dramatically, leaving much less business for the PlayStation Vita and Nintendo 3DS. The Vita still has usefulness because of its cross-platform capabilities of the PS4, and the 3DS has churned out a couple fun titles such as Super […]
PS4 Releases Some Big Titles at E3
PlayStation 4 is currently leading the Xbox One in sales, and Sony released a number of titles at this year’s E3 that should help keep the system No. 1 in the eyes of gamers. LittleBigPlanet 3, The Order: 1886, Entwined and Helldivers are just some of the best games that will be available for PS4. […]
$400 Billion in Cybercrime Losses
It is estimated that cybercrime across the globe results in $400 billion in losses annually. While lower than the $1 trillion figure that McAfee claimed back in 2009, most estimates for damages in cybercrime range from $375 billion to $575 billion, which is more than the gross domestic product of most countries worldwide. Click here […]
2014 Origin EON 17-S Review
Origin has released a new version of its EON 17-S gaming laptop, with the updated model featuring Intel’s best mobile CPU. While the performance of the PC is top-notch, its design is both bulky and delicate, making it a less than ideal laptop to travel with. Further, several other PC makers offer similarly performing custom […]
Gaming Industry Preps for E3 2014
E3, the gaming industry’s signature trade show, is set to kick off in Los Angeles next week, and while not as highly anticipated as last year’s event, it should provide many answers to questions that have popped up over the last year. Last year, both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 debuted to much fanfare, […]
Acer’s First Leap into Smartwatch Market Not Its Last
With PC sales plummeting, Acer is attempting to makes its mark in the tech industry with other products, and has released a tablet, phone and smartwatch. According to Acer CEO Jason Chen, the first smartwatch that the company released is not perfect, but they felt it was more important to break into the market first […]
GoPro Tabs Former Skype CEO Bates as President
GoPro, maker of the popular action cameras, has named former Skype CEO Tony Bates as the company’s new president. Bates, who had also been an executive with Microsoft after their acquisition of Skype in 2011, was seen as a potential successor to Steve Ballmer. However, after Microsoft named Satya Nadella as its new CEO, Bates […]
Features that Make Google Chrome Experience Even Better
Google Chrome is the preferred browser of individuals searching the Internet, with over 58 percent of people favoring it over the likes of Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari. There are several hints and features that make the experience on Google Chrome even better, including the ability to search directly within other websites using the search […]
Sprint Nearing Deal to Purchase T-Mobile
Sprint is close to purchasing T-Mobile USA for $50 billion, though the deal could still fall apart. If Sprint is able to complete the purchase, it would eliminate yet another large mobile provider from the market, leaving Sprint, Verizon and AT&T as the only major national carriers. Click here to read the rest of the […]
Increasing the Efficiency of Laptop Repair
When your laptop breaks down and professional assistance is needed, it can be difficult to know how to prepare for the repair expert and what to ask when he or she arrives. Becoming familiar with these two issues is an important task, as it guarantees that your laptop repair moves both quickly and efficiently.