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Hisense’s UR9 series brings native DisplayPort to premium TVs
Hisense announced its 2026 UR9 mini‑LED TV line, available in 65‑ to 100‑inch models, featuring a USB‑C port that supports full DisplayPort, up to 180 Hz refresh rates, 5,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and AMD FreeSync.
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By the numbers: SBI Mutual Fund buys 4% of Urban Company for $76M
Glenn Fleishman highlights a critical flaw in Apple’s Health app Medications feature: it failed to alert him of a time‑zone change when traveling east across three zones, causing a missed dose. The app does provide a “Time Zone Changed” notification, but it is inconsistent and requires manual intervention to correct the schedule. Fleishman’s workaround involves toggling the automatic date‑time setting, a cumbersome process. He argues Apple should add a floating‑time option to make medication reminders travel‑friendly.
Dyson’s PencilVac Fluffycones stick vacuum is now priced at $449.99, a $150 discount from its regular $599.99 list price. The ultra‑thin, sub‑four‑pound device targets quick clean‑ups, offering 55 air watts of suction and a 20‑30 minute battery life. It features...
Apple has embedded mental‑health tracking into iOS 17, iPadOS 17 and watchOS 10, letting users log emotions, stress and sleep directly in the Health app. The rollout includes a new Journal app and clinical‑grade assessments, marking the tech giant’s biggest push into consumer...
Samsung has launched Hearapy, a free Android app that emits 100 Hz bass sine waves for 60‑second sessions to alleviate motion sickness. The app stimulates the inner‑ear balance system and, according to Samsung, can keep users comfortable for up to two...
Google has begun rolling out a new Transit mode for Pixel phones, automatically activating during train rides and delivering real‑time commute updates via the At a Glance widget. Users can customize notification filters, volume, and Bluetooth behavior, while the feature...
ASUS’s Zenbook 14 pairs a 14‑inch OLED screen with 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a 512 GB SSD, delivering vivid visuals and solid everyday performance. The RAM is soldered, limiting upgrades, while the SSD is user‑replaceable up to 2 TB. Intel Arc...
Google Maps is extending its AI‑powered electric‑vehicle charging features to Android Auto users of more than 350 models across over 15 U.S. brands. Drivers can add their EV details, see projected battery usage, receive optimal charging‑stop suggestions and an updated...
Lenovo has reaffirmed that it will support the Legion Go 2 handheld through October 2029, but it has not provided a release date for the next graphics driver. The most recent major driver update arrived in December 2023 for the 32.0.21030 branch that...
The Verge marks Apple’s 50‑year anniversary by crediting the Apple II as the company’s first breakout hit. Launched in 1977, the Apple II was one of the first mass‑market personal computers and generated substantial revenue for the fledgling firm. Its success created...
New newsletter: THERE'S SOMETHING VERY WEIRD ABOUT PHONES AND AMERICA The most interesting thing about the Smartphone Theory of Everything is that it's really a Smartphone Theory of Everything in America and the English-Speaking World. While phones are everywhere, the problems that...
Apple announced its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Fold, at the September 2023 event but postponed the market debut to December 2023. The delay lets Apple fine‑tune durability, leverage the holiday shopping season, and keep the September launch focused on...
Google Play’s March 4 update lowers headline fees but adds a 5% billing surcharge in the US, UK and EEA and reduces subscription fees to 10%. The change is bundled with the Games Level Up program, which requires deeper integration with Google...
Something I've been saying for a while now about ChatGPT apps. If you have to summon them, then there's no way this becomes extremely successful. Most people have no idea the apps are there or how to summon them. E.g....
Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 2‑in‑1 Gen 10 Intel Aura Edition, a premium 14‑inch OLED convertible, is now available for $1,593 after a $1,100 discount, down from its $2,699 list price. The device combines a 2880×1800, 120 Hz display with a 57 Whr battery that delivers...
The 2026 roundup of LED face masks evaluates five top models—Shark CryoGlow, iRestore Illumina, Omnilux Contour, CurrentBody Series 2, and Omnilux Men—highlighting price, irradiance, and wavelength mix. Shark leads with the highest irradiance (128 mW/cm²) at $350, while iRestore offers full‑face, triple‑wavelength...
The article provides a step‑by‑step guide to optimizing picture quality on Samsung 4K TVs, recommending specific expert‑setting values for brightness, backlight, contrast, color, and motion processing. It advises using Movie or Filmmaker modes for SDR content and HDR‑specific modes for...
Sony announced a $150 price increase for its PS5 Pro console as AI‑driven demand for DRAM pushes memory chip costs up 80‑90%. Industry leaders warn the resulting "RAMageddon" could cripple product timelines through 2028.
MetaDine, the hospitality‑tech arm of Strong Interactive, has rolled out a next‑generation guest‑experience app for Miami‑based Caffè Milano. The platform blends augmented‑reality dish previews, live Instagram engagement and WhatsApp reservations into a single browser‑based interface, aiming to lift guest satisfaction...
Amazon has completed the acquisition of Fauna Robotics, the New York start‑up behind the $50,000 Sprout humanoid robot. The deal brings a 42‑inch, soft‑material robot and a team of about 50 engineers into Amazon’s Personal Robotics Group, expanding the e‑commerce...
Iran-linked hacking groups have launched a coordinated spyware campaign that sent fake shelter‑alert texts to Israelis, while nearly 5,800 cyberattacks have been logged against U.S. and regional firms. The digital offensive underscores how cyber tools are now a core component...
In 2026, AI-powered platforms like Choicewise.app are reshaping how consumers select smartphones, cutting decision time from hours to minutes. The service blends traditional side‑by‑side spec tables with an AI Wizard that asks a few lifestyle questions and returns ranked recommendations....
Virtuix unveiled the Omni One, a VR treadmill that lets users walk, run, jump and crouch in virtual environments using a low‑friction base and specially designed shoes. The system translates real‑world foot movements into precise in‑game locomotion, eliminating the need...
IPTV Smarters Pro is a versatile media player gaining traction in the Netherlands, offering a sleek interface and cross‑platform compatibility on Android, iOS, Windows and major smart‑TV brands. The app supports both M3U playlists and Xtream Codes API, enabling users...
HP’s new Series 7 Pro 732xk is a 31.5‑in 4K IPS Black monitor priced around $890, offering 99% coverage of both DCI‑P3 and Adobe RGB and VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification. It packs a robust connectivity suite, including HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and Thunderbolt 4 with 100 W...
Titan Army unveiled the U255L, a 24‑inch Full HD gaming monitor that pushes a native 620 Hz refresh rate and a 0.1 ms gray‑to‑gray response time. The display relies on an ultra‑fast TN panel enhanced by the proprietary DyDs 2.0 black‑frame insertion system,...
VR is dead. Except it has 1,000 lives. You may not call what happens next year VR. But to me VR=infinite realities. Includes reality itself. A metaverse? Small thinking. The glasses will be able to change reality itself. Or your perception there in. Remember I wore my Apple...
The Apple Watch Series 10 is just as good as the Series 11 — here's why you should save on the previous gen model instead. https://t.co/PZbRt8jSB3
HONOR has unveiled the world’s first robot phone, featuring a 4‑degrees‑of‑freedom gimbal that shrinks motor size by roughly 70 percent. The device pairs a three‑axis mechanical gimbal with an AI stabilization engine, allowing fluid motion during AI‑enhanced video calls and...
Another digital picture frame? Yep, but the NearHub Frames 10 Smart Photo Frame actually has some slick features, including environmental monitoring. Here's my detailed demo and review: https://t.co/TRCOvBe2Tc #nearhub #pictureframe #photography @nearhub_global https://t.co/VHgLAq2ZI0
World Backup Day: The best NAS deals to keep your personal data safe, organized and accessible. https://t.co/UKfTr94bER
The U.S. government announced a ban on foreign‑manufactured Wi‑Fi routers, citing national‑security concerns. The move immediately affects retailers and consumers, raising questions about supply‑chain adjustments and future regulatory actions.
The Kingston Dual USB-A/USB-C Portable 1TB SSD is one of the most fascinating demos I've recorded: A capacious storage device, it's super fast, but you can also see it negotiate optimal transfer speed with MacOS. Check it out: https://t.co/EUsSw8DAE7 #ssd...
Google Wallet's pass UI may soon get a fresh, colorful coat of paint Google is toying with the idea of a more colorful interface for passes ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/jChZx4fQ6o https://t.co/ArjNUOg4oI
Amazon has kicked off its Big Spring Sale, featuring more than 45 discounted tech products and savings of up to 60% through Tuesday. The promotion spotlights deep cuts on Kindle Unlimited, smart‑home routers, and premium audio gear, underscoring strong consumer...
It's odd that @GeminiApp Personal has memories, but Pro through @GoogleWorkspace doesn't have it. You need to upgrade to Enterprise to get it for a large, extra fee, or maybe I just can't find it. I've tried, trust me. Very...
Whatever you do in the @perplexity_ai app, DON'T click on the enterprise button that pops up in the lower left hand corner. There's no escape loop, no back button, you're stuck. https://t.co/p5aZMs7MzN
Beijing LLVision Technology and Ping An Insurance are turning sophisticated data pipelines into profit engines, launching AI‑powered translation glasses and early‑disease screening tools that together underpin a $174 billion AI market in China. Their niche‑focused models illustrate how Chinese firms are...
📍🚆 One of March's best Pixel features - Transit mode and commute notifications are finally rolling out widely ✅ Details and screenshots - https://t.co/xSgUle3ncM https://t.co/gqWvOHqfCZ
Microsoft’s Xbox Games Showcase is set for Sunday June 7th at 10AM PT, 1PM ET, 6PM UK. A Gears of War E-Day direct will follow immediately afterwards, and Microsoft is bringing the Xbox FanFest back this year https://t.co/UJBGjDpbme https://t.co/3SQTeyk8tR
Android Auto might soon get smarter about disabling autoplaying music Android Auto can soon detect when you've grown tired of autoplaying music and issue an appropriate prompt. ✅ Details & Screenshots - https://t.co/xJVk5FHECO https://t.co/zkrgAcDVV5
Gboard may soon let you use your Bluetooth earbuds' mic for voice typing, making dictation much more convenient ✅ Details - https://t.co/Fzq4Ejd7wA
A New Modular Phone Lets You Swap Batteries and Cameras with Magnets by @Ahmadansari2233 #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Technology https://t.co/dWgzKETVMh
Infrared Contact Lenses Turn Night Into Day for Security and Surveillance by @_fluxfeeds #Innovation #EmergingTech #AI #ArtificialIntelligence https://t.co/arFFpOEBMJ
📲 Exclusive: Android could soon get its own AirDrop-style 'tap to share' feature We've tracked the feature across Samsung's One UI 9, Google Play Services, and Android 17 system-level code. ✅ Details - https://t.co/7MmeVwMihm https://t.co/GOia3jEUkZ
Backpack-to-Ride: Inflatable Electric Scooter Redefines Urban Mobility by @tweetciiiim #AI #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/cWBFEoBd2k
Are you concerned that you might have an unknown tracking device like an Apple AirTag tucked into your car or luggage? It's possible, unfortunately. The good news is that your Android phone can help you find it. Here's how: https://t.co/uAmYvBzVa3...
As a recent iPhone convert, I thought Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 Ultra would lure me back to Android, but I’m staying put. https://t.co/zZ0DlBMs32
