Here’s everything we know about Virginia shooting suspect Vester Lee Flanagan
The manhunt for the man who killed two Virginia WDBJ7 employees on the air earlier this morning has come to an end. Police are now …
Yoni Heisler has been writing about Apple and the tech industry at large with over 15 years of experience. A life long expert Mac user and Apple expert, his writing has appeared in Edible Apple, Network World, MacLife, Macworld UK, and TUAW.
When not analyzing the latest happenings with Apple, Yoni enjoys catching Improv shows in Chicago, playing soccer, and cultivating new TV show addictions.
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Alleged Virginia shooter live-tweeting while on the run
A horrific tragedy struck Virginia earlier today when a gunman, presumed to be a disgruntled employee, shot two WDBJ7 employees live on the air. The …
Thousands of Popcorn Time users targeted by anti-piracy group
With an intuitive and easy to use interface, Popcorn Time has become the go-to service for users who, let’s be honest, want to pirate TV …
The U.S. Navy is working on a drone that can fly and swim underwater
Always on the lookout for new and creative ways to gather information in hard to reach locations, the United States Naval Research Laboratory (USNRL) has …
Have a Samsung smart fridge? Your Gmail credentials might be at risk
With each passing year, more and more everyday objects are being outfitted with network connectivity. This type of futuristic world — dubbed The Internet of …
Caught on video: 12-year-old trips and falls into a $1.5 million painting
A 12-year old in Taiwan got more than he bargained for while visiting an art show in Tapei over the weekend. While on a semi-leisurely stroll, …
Sony just unveiled an amazing drone that can fly 106 MPH
Sony this past year partnered up with a Japanese robotics company called ZMP to establish a new drone company called Aerosense. While the joint partnership understandably raised …
Comcast to offer gigabit Internet nationwide by 2018
Though maligned for its customer support and billing practices, the one thing Comcast decidedly does well is offer fast Internet service. In recent nationwide testing, …
Comcast: We’re ready for 4K distribution today
While there’s no disputing that the picture quality of 4K content is absolutely breathtaking, the transition to a 4K world isn’t going to happen overnight. …
Stephen Colbert’s first ‘Late Show’ guests to include Elon Musk and Uber CEO Travis Kalanick
With the loss of Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart, Comedy Central is certainly going through a late night transformation. And while Stewart is, believe it …
Windows 95 is 20 years old – here’s a look back at its cheesy, over-the-top-launch
20 years ago today, Microsoft launched Windows 95 and forever changed the way people across the world use computers. While Apple enthusiasts will be quick to …
The crazy reason why no company can truly emulate the taste of Coke
Not to brag, but I’m something of a soda connoisseur. While I admittedly can’t discern the various notes or hints of oak (that’s a thing, right?) …
Man builds incredible DIY overhead control panel for his computer that must be seen to be believed
As far as DIY projects go, this overhead control panel may very well be the most impressive contraption we’ve ever seen. Put together by a …
New leaks provide more details surrounding BlackBerry’s first Android device
With BlackBerry reportedly planning to release its first Android phone in November, the number of leaks surrounding the company’s rumored Venice slider are starting to …
Google is finally solving Android’s bloatware problem
If there’s one thing Android and iPhone users have in common, it’s their mutual hatred of bloatware. There’s just something inherently frustrating about getting a …
Microsoft won’t tell you what its Windows 10 updates do
The terms and conditions of Windows 10 give Microsoft the right to install system software updates whether users like it or not. While this approach …
Does Xiaomi pose a threat to Apple’s iPhone empire? Not even close
Though not a household name in the United States, there’s still a good chance you’ve heard of Xiaomi, a Chinese electronics company that designs and manufactures …
Swatch trolls Apple, trademarks ‘One More Thing’
Apple not surprisingly ruffled more than a few feathers when it released the Apple Watch this past April. While consumers have been overwhelmingly pleased with Apple’s …
Awesome Comcast Xfinity Share app gives us a glimpse into the future
For as much as people talk about living in a connected world, the reality is that we’ve just scratched the surface of what is possible. …
Apple poaches a major Tesla engineer for its mystery car project
When there’s smoke there’s fire, and when it comes to rumors surrounding Apple’s alleged plans to develop an electric car, there’s a whole lot of smoke. …
Samsung is reportedly working on a truly massive iPad Pro rival
Samsung is reportedly working on a tablet so big that it may even make Apple’s rumored 12.9-inch iPad Pro seem minuscule by comparison. According to SamMobile, …
Watch out, Android users: Your lock pattern isn’t as secure as you think
While the prevalence of smartphones with fingerprint-based security has increased considerably over the past two years, the vast majority of Android users still rely on tried and true …
Must Watch: A real-life First Person Shooter controlled by Chatroulette users
Hold on to your hats because this video is absolutely incredible. Realm Pictures, a UK-based film studio with a flair for narrative storytelling, created a …
Explained: Why airplane food tastes so bad
Air travel in recent years has become a much more enjoyable experience. Not only are electronics no longer viewed as dangerous devices to be afraid …
Samsung offers iPhone users free 30-day trial of new Galaxy devices
Samsung today launched an intriguing and aggressive new promotional campaign specifically targeting iPhone users. Touted as the Ultimate Test Drive, Samsung’s promotion offers existing iPhone …
Samsung’s last-ditch and desperate effort to have its patent loss to Apple reversed
Samsung, in a last-ditch effort to get its 2012 patent loss to Apple overturned, will reportedly try to take its case to the United States …
The clever design behind Google’s OnHub router
Google earlier this week unveiled a new Wi-Fi router dubbed OnHub that promises to solve all of your Wi-Fi related woes. While mobile technology has advanced …
Disc of death: Backyard engineer creates crazy scalpel-equipped Frisbee
A few days ago, Jorg Sprave — who runs a popular YouTube channel you may have heard of — showed off a contraption that you …
How much an iPhone costs across the world
When Apple announced its earnings report this past July, the company revealed that its cash on hand, for the first time in history, had surpassed …
It begins: Movie studio sues individual Popcorn Time users for infringement
Often described as “Netflix for pirates,” Popcorn Time users are now being targeted for infringement. Originally reported by TorrentFreak, the makers of a film called …
