Tech

Microsoft Sues U.S. Justice Department Over Privacy, Unlawful Data Requests

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 11:52 AM EDT

The battle over privacy and security is getting bigger by the day and the latest to join the battlefront is tech giant Microsoft. The Redmond-based company entered the battle regarding digital privacy after it sued the United States Justice Department over its use of court orders that require the company to turn over sensitive customer data that are store in its data centers. read more

Google Chrome 50 Drops Support to Windows XP, Vista, OS X 10.9

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 10:14 AM EDT

Tech companies are always pushing customers to, as much as possible, use newer versions of softwares and hardwares. True to this practice, Google has announced that its flagship Internet browser, Chrome, will drop support for operating systems older than the Windows 7 and the Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks. read more

Toyota Recalls 2016 Camry, 2016 Avalon due to Airbag Issue

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 11:48 AM EDT

Japanese carmaker Toyota has issued a recall order for its 2015 Camry and Avalon due to issues about the airbags not deploying as expected. The recall was due to airbag defects, but reports claim that it does not involve Takata airbags, which is also facing serious recall problems due to faulty airbags. read more

Bethesda Releases ‘Doom’ Open Beta on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Steam

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 10:33 AM EDT

Bethesda Softworks has announced that it is releasing 'Doom' open beta on Steam, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The open beta will run from April 15 to April 18. read more

DHS Advises Users to Completely Uninstall QuickTime for Windows due to Unpatched Vulnerability

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 10:21 AM EDT

The United States Department of Homeland Security recently released an advisory to PC owners to uninstall Apple’s QuickTime for Windows program. The advisory was released after two major security vulnerabilities were discovered hidden deep in the software’s code. The DHS added that the only way to mitigate the effect of the vulnerability is to completely remove the software. read more

Ubisoft to Fix ‘The Division’ Glitch That Wipes out Character Progress

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 10:04 AM EDT

Tom Clancy's 'The Division' is undoubtedly one of the biggest video game titles released this year. The game combines open-world mechanics with the third-person shooter genre. Due to the game's massive scope, it is inevitable that it will face some serious glitches. One of major major problems encountered by gamers involve their characters being completely wiped out, while some have reported losing weeks' worth of progress. read more

Huawei Enters Virtual Reality Platform With its Own VR Headset

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 08:58 AM EDT

Many tech analysts agree that virtual reality will be the next big thing in the tech community and companies are already clamoring to get into the market in order to get a piece of the action. The latest to join the foray is Chinese tech company Huawei after it launched its own set of mobile virtual reality headset. read more

Apple Launches 'Apps For Earth' to Raise Funds for WWF

Phenny Lynn Palec   | Apr 16, 2016 09:51 AM EDT

As part of the celebration of Earth Day next week, Apple is starting an initiative that will give users a chance to give money to the World Wildlife Fund. The program called Apps For Earth will raise money through purchases of specially designated apps. read more

Microsoft Sues US Over Secret Customer Data Access

S Satapathy   | Apr 15, 2016 12:46 PM EDT

Microsoft Corporation has sued the US government for the right to tell its customers when a government agency is asking for access to the details of their email contents. read more

WeChat Launches Seat Reservation Platform for Libraries

Charissa Echavez   | Apr 15, 2016 12:26 PM EDT

WeChat announced it has launched a new seat management platform that will help students visiting the library to prevent another student from taking their seats. read more

Twitter Hires new Hong Kong Managing Director to Reach out to Advertisers in Greater China

Sami Ghanmi   | Apr 15, 2016 08:36 AM EDT

Online social networking giant Twitter Inc. has hired former General Manager of Microsoft Greater China Region, Kathy Chen, as the new Managing Director for the company's Greater China office in Hong Kong. read more

Huawei Aims to Become Largest Smartphone Vendor in China in 5 Years

Sami Ghanmi   | Apr 15, 2016 08:11 AM EDT

Eric Xu, rotating Chief Executive Officer of Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., announced that the company is aspiring to become the biggest smartphone vendor in the Chinese market in five years. read more

Apple to Shut Down iTunes Allowances for Kids

Ellie Froilan   | Apr 15, 2016 04:15 AM EDT

Apple has announced that it will officially stop offering iTunes Allowances because it became obsolete with other iTunes features. read more

Google Offers Personalize Nexus Cases with Live Cases

Ellie Froilan   | Apr 15, 2016 02:23 AM EDT

Google is introducing a new service that will personalize cases for Nexus smartphones. read more

Instagram Unveils New Update on Explore Tab

Ellie Froilan   | Apr 15, 2016 01:27 AM EDT

Instagram is launching its overhauled Explore tab, giving videos a little more priority and popularity. read more

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