“Fortnite” mania didn’t just dominate traditional gaming consoles and the PC, it also made its mark on mobile games in 2018.
Author: Eli Blumenthal, USA TODAY
Verizon, Samsung announce team up to release a 5G smartphone during the first half of 2019
In a joint announcement, Verizon and Samsung said they will be working together to release a 5G smartphone in the “first half of 2019.”
New AirPods now looking to arrive in early 2019, according to analyst report
If you were hesitating on buying AirPods this holiday season in fear of reports of a new AirPods 2 being imminent, you may now rest a little easier.
‘I want to look like Tom Cruise’: How free game Fortnite makes so much money
‘Fortnite’ rose to viral fame as a free video game but it recently crossed over $1 billion in revenue in 2018, largely driven by cosmetic upgrades bought by players. “I have so much fun playing, that it was like ‘okay, the least I can do is buy a skin that I really, really want,'” said one player.
Apple raises old iPhone trade-in values to try and entice upgrades to new models
The new values extend to devices ranging from the iPhone 6 all the way to last year’s 8, netting you up to $150 for a 6 to $300 for a 7 Plus or an 8.
YouTube adds student plans in latest attempt to challenge Hulu, Spotify and Apple Music
YouTube is finally adding student options for its YouTube Music service as well as YouTube Premium, its commercial-free version of YouTube.
Apple’s Black Friday deals are live, but we found deals that are much better
Running through Cyber Monday, Apple is offering gift cards instead of big discounts, leaving shoppers to look elsewhere for deals.
Wikipedia vandalizing causes Siri to show a lewd image when asked about Donald Trump
The vandalizing led those asking Siri the question “who is Donald Trump” or “how old is Donald Trump” to see an image ofmale genitalia.
PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch: Which console should you buy?
The Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch all receive big discounts at the holidays, making for a tough challenge for buyers and gift givers.
Buying a new 4K HDR TV this holiday season? Read this first
When buying a new TV in 2018, nearly any set above 40 inches will feature 4K and HDR. But don’t let the acronyms fool you.