Mellisa Tolentino
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iPhone Games that Should Be Cartoon Series
Rovio’s Angry Birds franchise is very popular, and enjoyed by many, regardless of age. Before Rovio launches a new version or introduce a new character, it releases teaser video clips on its site, building the anticipation for its upcoming release. Honestly, I’ve enjoyed watching the short video clips. They’re fun and it makes the game more intriguing. ...
5 Reasons Apple Should Launch a Radio Service
Rumors regarding Apple building a cloud music service started popping up in 2011, with sources claiming the company would beat Google to the punch. Google launched Google Music, but Apple’s cloud music offering was nowhere to be found. Rumors about Apple’s cloud music service have once again resurfaced. The news came from 9to5Mac, which discovered ...
Ubuntu Smartphones Coming October 2013
In today’s mobile news roundup: Ubuntu phones coming in October; Twitter app update brings better search and discovery; Facebook working on software, not actual phone; Microsoft hints at charging Surface Pro covers; and iPhone sales bumped Sprint’s Q4. Ubuntu phones coming in October Canonical founder and CEO Mark Shuttleworth announced that smartphones running on Ubuntu, ...
Internet + Mobile Use Actually Dropped During Super Bowl, Despite Twitter Spikes
Thousands of people travelled to New Orleans to watch Super Bowl XLVII, and while many were pleased with Beyoncé’s halftime performance but bummed by the power outage. As for the outcome of the game, the happiness score depends on who you ask. The Baltimore Ravens won 34-31, so if you ask a San Francisco 49ers ...
Google Buys Smarter Commerce as Amazon Derives Its Own Currency
Online shopping has become par for the course, something we take for granted. But as e-commerce standardizes around todays technology, the trend shifts towards smarter interactions and digitized alternatives to cash. That’s a huge business opportunity for a sector eMarketer expects to hit $1.3 trillion this year. According to eMarketer’s latest global estimates, the business-to-consumer e-commerce ...
The Battle for the iPhone Trademark
In today’s mobile news roundup: A battle ensues over the iPhone trademark; Vine now aged restricted; and BlackBerry Q10 won’t arrive in the US until Q2. Battle for the iPhone trademark When you hear the word iPhone, you automatically associate it with the Apple brand. But according to sources, the trademark may be awarded to ...
Spotted on Google Street View? Remove Yourself with These 6 Steps
You may be one of the many people who’ve seen Google’s Street View cars roaming around the neighborhood, constantly taking photos for Google Maps. You may have also seen Trekker, Google’s backpack-sized Street View camera system exploring the Grand Canyon. There were times when the cars would wait until a person is no longer visible ...
iPhone Apps to Avoid Costly Lovers Quarrels this Valentine’s Day
Love may be in the air as Valentine’s Day nears, but for some couples, a storm may be brewing. Why? Because of money. Some go out of their way to surprise their partner on Valentine’s Day, but some couples argue about this type of excessive spending. Turns out that holiday “surprise” could mess with a ...
Geeky Gifts For <3 Day
Cupid’s arrows are flying everywhere with casualties piling up as Valentine’s Day draws near. Don’t ask me why, but some people tend to go crazy when Hearts’ Day draws near, desperately seeking mates to celebrate. Whatever your reason, I’m sure you want to show your love how special they are. Here are a few geeky ...
3 Revolutionary Products to Keep Apple Fanbois Alive
Apple is in a bit of a slump as sales of its iOS devices. While still high, demand for iDevices seems to be dwindling down. It’s not that people are no longer interested in gadgets like the iPhone and iPad, it’s just that others like Samsung are catching up, able to offer viable and often cheaper ...