Mellisa Tolentino

Mellisa Tolentino started at SiliconANGLE covering the mobile and social scene. Over the years, her scope expanded to Bitcoin as well as the Internet of Things. SiliconANGLE gave Mellisa her break in writing and it has been an adventure ever since. She’s from the sunny country of Philippines where people always greet you with the warmest smile. If she’s not busy writing, she loves reading, watching TV series and movies, but what she enjoys the most is playing or just chilling on the couch with with her three dogs Ceecee, Ginger, and Rocky.

Latest from Mellisa Tolentino

Hackers Target Tumblr and Instagram! 3 Ways to Keep Your Photos Safe

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

We all have that one friend on Facebook or Twitter that constantly complains about life, listing problems large and small with equal fervor. The worst part is that these status updates are often accompanied by photos. It’s as if words aren’t …

US-Assembled iMacs Rekindle China Export Debate

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Apple’s had its share of bad press for employing overseas plants to assemble popular gadgets like the iPhone 5. But has it been enough to cause Apple to change its ways? Imagine the surprise of these new owners of the 21.5-inch iMac, …

Not Secure Enough for Prime Time: Amazon And Google Denied G-Cloud Iteration

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Amazon Web Services and Google weren’t able to make the cut for G-Cloud ii–the second iteration of the government cloud platform in the UK. The first iteration happened in April and AWS also missed that with G-Cloud’s head Denise McDonagh stating that …

You’re Only 20, SMS. Have You Already Been Replaced with a Hot, Young Thing?

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

“Merry Christmas,” was the very first short messaging service (SMS), or popularly referred to as text, sent on December 3, 1992 by British engineer Neil Papworth using his computer. The message was sent to Richard Jarvis of Vodafone who was using an …

A 20 Year Milestone for SMS, Unlocked iPhone 5s and More

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

In today’s mobile news roundup: SMS turns 20; Apple sells unlocked iPhone 5 on web store; Android Jelly Bean rolls out to more devices; and Motorola denied injunction against Microsoft. SMS turns 20 Did you know that the first ever short messaging …

Now Street Legal: Driverless Cars and Urinal Web Games

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Ever wonder how internet connected devices could possibly change a person’s life, or at least someone’s day? Internet connected devices such as your smartphones and tablets have come a long way from just providing you with your e-mail ASAP or allowing you …

Your Complete Guide to HP Discover 2012: Germany

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Hewlett-Packard invites you to “Grab some inspiration, Dive deep into technology, and Make connections” on December 4-6, 2012 at the HP Discover 2012, taking place at the Messe Frankfurt trade fair grounds in Germany. We’ll be there covering all the action, so …

T-Mobile To Offer iPhone Soon?

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

In today’s mobile news roundup: T-Mobile may soon sell the iPhone; Atari releases Pong for iOS to celebrate its 40th anniversary; Barnes & Noble posts Q2 net income; and Sony offers new PS Vita bundle. T-Mobile may soon sell iPhone Of the …

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. iPad, Galaxy Tab and Other Top Tablets

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Microsoft has yet to release the Surface Pro tablet but they’ve officially announced the price for their high-end tablet. The Surface Pro will be available in 64GB and 128GB versions with prices at $899 and $999 respectively. Though the Surface RT has …

Netflix’s Tools to Fail Well With Hystrix, Now Open Source

NEWS By MELLISA TOLENTINO14 YEARS AGO

Cloud computing is revolutionizing how data is being handled as it eliminates the need for building large data centers in multiple locations. Today, web-based services are relying more and more on the cloud to keep data available to users anytime, anywhere. The …

Mellisa Tolentino

Latest from Mellisa Tolentino

Hackers Target Tumblr and Instagram! 3 Ways to Keep Your Photos Safe

US-Assembled iMacs Rekindle China Export Debate

You’re Only 20, SMS. Have You Already Been Replaced with a Hot, Young Thing?

A 20 Year Milestone for SMS, Unlocked iPhone 5s and More

Now Street Legal: Driverless Cars and Urinal Web Games

Your Complete Guide to HP Discover 2012: Germany

T-Mobile To Offer iPhone Soon?

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. iPad, Galaxy Tab and Other Top Tablets

Netflix’s Tools to Fail Well With Hystrix, Now Open Source

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