Vipology Staff Writer

Google’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are Here!

Exterior of Google Headquarters

At long last, Google’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones are here. According to the Google Blog, built with AI at the center for a more helpful and personal experience, these phones are packed with first-of-their-kind features, all powered by Google Tensor G3. And they’ll get seven years of software updates, including Android OS upgrades, security […]

Midwest Braces for their Fall Heat Wave to turn Frosty in a Snap, causing Chaotic Weather across the entire Eastern half of the Nation

The weather pattern across the Great Lakes and Northeast will suddenly switch from summerlike to brrrisk autumn conditions in the coming days. A November-like chill will sweep in and may even trigger snow in some places this weekend. AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the transition will be preceded by a dose of heavy rain and the risk of […]

Where to Find your National Taco Day Freebies and Discounts

It may not fall on Taco Tuesday this year, but get ready for all the chicken, carnitas, and chorizo your taste buds can handle, because National Taco Day returns on Wednesday, October 4! From Moe’s Southwest Grill and El Torito, chains across the U.S. are offering a plethora of tasty deals ranging from free tacos […]

“Best of SKIMS” Campaign Flaunts a Truly Eclectic Mix of Cultural Icons

The latest SKIMS campaign flaunts a truly eclectic mix of cultural icons: Kim Cattrall, Hari Nef, Lana Condor, Coco Jones and Nelly Furtado each pose in their favorite pieces from the shapewear and loungewear brand in what it’s dubbed the “Best of Skims.” As Fashionista reports, the brand, co-founded by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede, is known for its timely […]

Apple Explains why your new iPhone 15 may be Overheating

Apple has acknowledged user complaints that iPhone 15 and 15 Pro phones are overheating, reports Forbes, but said that contrary to speculation, it has nothing to do with the phone’s hardware design. Forbes noted an update to Instagram has already rolled out with version 302, released September 27th, to address some of the issues. Bloomberg notes an unnamed Apple spokesperson specifically […]

FCC Issues $150K Fine for Littering in Space

View of earth from space dotted with satellite debris

The FCC has issued its first fine for space junk to Dish Network for not properly deorbiting its satellite. The company admitted it was liable for not shifting its EchoStar-7 to a safer spot and will pay a penalty of $150,000 and implement a compliance plan. As The Verge reports, space debris — non-functioning manmade materials floating around […]

Some Parents are using Apple Air Tags to Track their Kids – Should You?

Many parents spare no expense to make sure that their children are safe. For this reason, an increasing number of parents have been looking for effective ways to track their children. One possible solution for the job is Apple’s AirTag. As The Vege reports, AirTags are designed to track items, but now many parents who […]

Heavy Marijuana Use May Harm the Heart

People who abuse marijuana may be setting themselves up for heart problems down the road, Canadian researchers report. The new study found that people with so-called cannabis use disorder may have a 60% higher risk for a heart attack, stroke or other major heart-related event, compared to those who don’t abuse the drug. “There appears […]

If You’re a Stargazer, October is Your Month!

Perseid meteor shower in the night sky

October will be a good month for weekend stargazers as each weekend will feature a different astronomical event, ranging from meteor showers to two types of eclipses. The cool and crisp autumn weather will mean skywatchers and night owls may need to dig out hoodies and heavy coats from the closet before spending time outside […]