Aaron Greenbaum
School
University Of Michigan, University Of Pittsburgh, Stockton University, CalArts Via Coursera
Expertise
Gaming Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Military Technology
- In one February 2024 SlashGear article, Aaron wrote about the multitude of reasons that the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is so expensive.
- As AI took the world by storm in 2023, Aaron penned two pieces focused on the strangest interactions users had with ChatGPT during the program's infancy.
- He attended New York Comic Con for several years, was invited to exclusive game demo events for titles such as Marvel's Avengers and Disintegration, and wrote preview articles that were cited in pre-release marketing campaigns.
Experience
While Aaron went to college to pursue a degree in engineering, he learned that he enjoyed writing about engineering more than actually doing it, and he had a knack for explaining complicated concepts in layman's terms. After graduating, he used these skills and began writing for various outlets, including Gamespresso, Geek Reply, and Twinfinite. To date, Aaron has written well over 1,000 articles and has been a member of Static Media since 2020.
Education
Aaron earned a B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, followed by an M.S. in Rehabilitation Technology at the University of Pittsburgh. Several years later, he earned a Certificate in Professional Technical Communication at Stockton University. Currently, he is pursuing a Certificate in Game Design at the California Institute of Arts through Coursera.
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Stories By Aaron Greenbaum
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The advent of handheld gaming systems also gave rise to a cottage industry of accessory items. Some were ingenious, some were helpful -- and some were not.
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Psychologist B.F. Skinner surmised that pigeons could be trained to take out ships with the right conditioning.
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Not every video game controller is designer with pure function in mind, and sometimes novelty is fun even if it isn't the most useful.
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While warfare has led to the creation of some spectacular technologies, not every military invention is a winner.
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The Nintendo Switch is a great little console, but these add-ons can make it an even more impressive machine.
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From shortcuts to PS5 games and from graphic options to extra joystick features, there's a lot your Steam Deck can do that you probably didn't know about.
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The Zumwalt-class stealth ship was meant to reshape the U.S. Navy with an ambitious 32 ship order. It was cancelled after producing just three examples.
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Some things are supposed to be impossible to break, but as it turns out, nearly everything ever invented has a weak point of some sort.
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PlayStation Plus Extra includes a large library of free games you can play with no additional charges, some of which offer compelling multiplayer experiences.
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2023 has been a huge year for video games and we're only halfway through. We've put together a list of all the best PlayStation games released in 2023 so far.
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The Cold War was a period of high tension, primarily between the U.S. and Soviet Union. Here are 10 spy satellites that soared through space in the Cold War.
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The PS5 might be a gaming device first and foremost, but it's got plenty of apps, too. Here are 11 essential PS5 apps you need to download on your console.
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With everyone carrying around a computer in their pocket, you need to stay alert for malware. Is your phone infected? Here are some signs to look out for.
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Not all Nintendo Switch consoles are created equally, as these exclusive models make clear. Get your hands on one and you're in a rare club.
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Many people have plugged ChatGPT into a variety of programs and peripherals. Here are ten of the strangest things people have hooked up to ChatGPT so far.
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Developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT is capable of responding to virtually any prompt in a semi-natural way. These are the creepiest things ChatGPT has ever said.
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No matter how well you maintain your smartphone, you will eventually have to replace it. Here are the top reasons why you should get rid of your old smartphone.
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Remember when PC ports crashed constantly? What about when PC ports were literally unbeatable? Here are the 10 worst video game PC ports of all time.
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Retro gaming still has a strong pull for gamers of all ages. We put together a list of the best retro games that are exclusive to PS4 and PS5.
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The PlayStation 5 is an upgrade over the PlayStation 4, but there are a few areas where the PS4 is actually the preferable gaming machine. Here's our list.
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After shelling out hundreds for a VR headset, your budget might need a break. These are the 15 best free VR games you can get right now (March 2023).
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A few gadgets will take your PlayStation VR2 gaming to the next level. These are the best PS VR2 accessories that will upgrade your VR experience.
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In 2019, the Cybertruck took the internet by storm - and we're still waiting for it. This is the Tesla Cybertruck's long and complicated history, explained.
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From specialized controllers to heartbeat monitors, these are some of the weirdest accessories ever made for N64.
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These strange but functional PCs prove that not all home computers are designed to sit blandly on a desk, but rather be part of a home's aesthetic.
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Video games take a long time to build, and release dates don't always stick. These are the games that are supposed to release in 2023, but probably won't.
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The days of indie games flying under the radar are long in the past. These are the upcoming indie games we can't wait to play in 2023.