CBS and Viacom to merge after 13 years apart
After much speculation, Viacom and CBS are back together once again after 13 years apart. Early this afternoon, the two media companies officially announced plans …
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Huawei’s long-awaited mobile OS elicits mixed reactions in China
“Talk is cheap. Show me the code.” That quip, one of the well-known aphorisms attributable to Linux creator Linus Torvalds, was posted in recent days …
Apple’s wearable business is so hot that it now generates more revenue than Netflix
Apple’s wearable products category that includes devices like the Apple Watch and super-popular AirPods hasn’t gotten the credit it deserves for how important this collection …
MoviePass changed passwords to lock out users once it ran out of sane ideas
Back in the summer of 2018, the beleaguered movie ticket app MoviePass was attracting a firestorm of complaints from users who were unable to use …
Huawei’s Android hopes dashed yet again by Trump
During remarks at Huawei’s Developer Conference that kicked off on Friday, the CEO of Huawei’s consumer division Richard Yu promised that the company can “immediately” …
The Apple Card is so much more revolutionary than you think
Here’s one of the best indicators that a new era has dawned at Apple, which has been looking for new products and services to focus …
Disney unveils bundle with Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu for $12.99/month
Yet another new subscription video bundle has been unveiled, for those of you keeping score at home. It’s an additional packaged offering from Disney, and …
Remember when Huawei said its Android replacement isn’t for smartphones? Well, it is
After insisting for months that the company preferred to continue relying on Google’s Android mobile operating system in its handsets, despite a lingering US ban …
The next two months could be make-or-break for Huawei
Huawei chairman Liang Hua at a press conference a few days ago deftly avoided giving a direct answer when asked by a reporter whether the …
Equifax on the hot seat for running out of data breach settlement funds
Even when making restitution to victims of its massive 2017 data breach, Equifax still can’t seem to avoid a mess. The credit reporting agency is …
Apple and Samsung phone sales are down, and $1,000+ prices are one reason why
There was at least one common theme reflected in the earnings that handset arch-rivals Apple and Samsung both reported this week – declines in revenue …
Equifax doesn’t have enough money to pay 2017 hack victims the $125 they’re owed
If you haven’t applied yet to get your $125 share of the cash payment option as part of the settlement related to credit reporting agency …
Watch the video of FBI agents raiding woman’s home who allegedly hacked Capital One
Video of a dramatic raid on the Seattle home of the Capital One hack suspect by camouflaged FBI agents has just surfaced online, presenting footage …
Apple once again proves Tim Cook’s plan to deal with slowing iPhone sales is paying off
In a rundown Tuesday afternoon of his company’s performance over the most recent fiscal third quarter, Apple CEO Tim Cook accentuated the positives despite the …
JetBlue’s newest fare sale offers tickets as low as $39, but you need to act fast
If you’re planning to travel or go on vacation this fall, it pays (literally) to start thinking about the logistics of your trip early. Flash …
Sony says PS4 and PS5 prices could go up if US continues China tariffs
You may not yet have personally felt the impact of the tariffs the US has placed on China, but if you plan on picking up …
The Galaxy Fold’s exact release date might’ve finally leaked, and it’s horrible news
Every single time I think things cannot possibly get any worse for Samsung’s Galaxy Fold, I’m unpleasantly surprised yet again. I’ve been saying for about …
Prepare to be shocked at how many food delivery drivers confess to snacking on orders
In a development that may or may not shock you, it seems that a not-insignificant number of food delivery drivers have been known to steal …
Apple may introduce a custom 5G modem for the iPhone sooner than expected
It wasn’t necessarily a shocking revelation yesterday when Apple announced that it acquired the majority of Intel’s modem business for $1 billion. After all, there …
How to claim your share of the $700 million Equifax settlement
Starting today, victims of the massive Equifax data breach — and chances are if you’re reading this, you’re one of them since 147 million people …
Apple just acquired the majority of Intel’s smartphone modem business for $1 billion
It won’t come as much of a surprise since the news leaked the other day, but it’s nevertheless a hugely important move on Apple’s part: …
Netflix costs as much as $16 per month – guess how much more people are willing to spend on streaming
Netflix has apparently done a good job of training people to expect to pay only rock-bottom prices for a streaming video subscription service. A new …
It looks like almost no one canceled their HBO subscription after ‘Game of Thrones’ ended
HBO’s post-Game of Thrones subscriber base is still proving as resilient as the fortifications of a Westerosi castle. The series finale of the network’s massively …
After its biggest price hike ever, Netflix just launched a $3 streaming plan for a select few people
Earlier this year, Netflix rolled out the biggest price increase in the history of its streaming service. The company’s most popular plan saw the largest …
Forget all the Netflix doom and gloom – it’s Apple, Disney, and even HBO that should be worried now
If you believe much of the commentary in recent days about Netflix’s unimpressive second-quarter results, you’d be forgiven for assuming the streaming giant’s House of …
Southwest is giving away a Nintendo Switch to one lucky passenger every day for a month
Southwest Airlines kicked off its new Lets Play Getaway sweepstakes in a pretty dramatic fashion. The deal is, every day through Aug. 13 the Dallas-based …
Apple’s rivalry with Spotify escalates as it begins funding exclusive podcasts
Apple is reportedly planning to open up a whole new front on its ongoing content war with Spotify soon. Spotify certainly got the jump on …
T-Mobile and Taco Bell are opening combination stores called T-MoBell. No, we’re not joking.
Taco Bell has a devoted army of fans who are intensely loyal to the fast-food chain, such that the brand is getting more creative than …
Starting today, everyone’s desktop version of Twitter will look completely different
If you open Twitter on the web today and are greeted with a completely new look, don’t be surprised. The company is starting to roll …
eBay’s running a ‘Crash Sale’ deals bonanza to take on Amazon Prime Day
eBay has been more aggressive than ever in its rivalry with Amazon leading up to this year’s Prime Day sales event, the latter’s Black Friday-esque …
