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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
Volos Projects released a DIY internet radio built around Waveshare’s ESP32‑S3‑LCD‑1.54 development board, priced around $15. The project uses an Arduino sketch featuring a retro Winamp‑styled interface and supports up to nine streaming stations. The board’s 1.54‑inch IPS display, ES8311 audio codec, and NS4150B amplifier deliver surprisingly good sound quality for the price. The design can be ported to other ESP32 platforms with minor pin‑mapping tweaks.
University of Georgia researchers reviewed MXene‑based smart textiles that can continuously monitor body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate while also providing antimicrobial protection. The fabrics harvest solar energy, enabling built‑in power banks that could charge phones or laptops. The...
LG retained its OLED TV leadership for the 13th year, commanding 49.7% of the global market in 2025 with roughly 3.22 million units shipped. Global OLED shipments rose 6.6% year‑over‑year to 6.47 million units, underscoring a steady shift toward premium displays. The...
A third‑party remote for Roku TVs is now available for $16.99, down from $97.99, targeting users who struggle with the standard remote due to physical limitations or age. The device features oversized buttons, infrared signaling, and a plug‑and‑play setup, but...
A homeowner repurposed a spare Android phone as a Wi‑Fi extender by enabling its mobile hotspot and positioning it between the router and dead zones. The phone’s hotspot can broadcast on 2.4 GHz for range or 5 GHz for speed, but it...
The success of this app makes me wonder if it’s smarter for a company like Sony to instead of rolling out “open gate” on pro cameras to release it as a “feature” (similar to this) on consumer level “creator” cameras...
Samsung is running a limited‑time TV sale tied to the NCAA Final Four, offering up to $2,000 in savings across its 2025 lineup. Discounts range from 22% to 50% on models that include Crystal UHD, QLED, Neo QLED and OLED...
Christina Warren returns to The Talk Show to break down Apple’s latest product wave, highlighting the newly announced iPhone 17e and the ultra‑thin MacBook Neo. The iPhone 17e adds a larger sensor, improved 5G bands, and a modest price bump,...
The original Macintosh debuted in 1984 alongside Apple’s now‑legendary Super Bowl commercial, instantly raising public expectations. Early models suffered from limited memory, sparse software support, and minimal customizability, prompting a slow sales start. Over successive generations Apple addressed these flaws,...
Beats Studio Pro headphones are on Amazon for $179.95, a 49% discount from the regular $349.99 price, marking the lowest price since last Black Friday. The deal is part of Amazon’s spring sale and includes the flagship over‑ear model with...
Automate, a free Android app from LlamaLab, lets users create custom workflows using visual flowcharts without any coding. The app offers over 400 distinct blocks covering actions like messaging, location, and sound, enabling complex automations such as adjusting ring volume...
Costco’s 2026 electronics lineup now includes six pre‑built gaming desktops, ranging from entry‑level to premium configurations. Prices span $1,099.99 for the Skytech Crystal up to $2,999 for the OMEN MAX 45L, with each model offering distinct CPU, GPU, and cooling...
A tech creator linked ChatGPT to Spotify and began prompting the model for hyper‑personalized playlists, discovering new tracks and deeper curation. The experiment underscores how generative AI is moving from novelty to everyday media consumption tools.
SD cards rely on NAND flash that degrades with each program/erase (P/E) cycle, giving them a finite write lifespan measured in terabytes written (TBW). High‑endurance cards use more robust MLC flash and are designed for constant overwriting, while standard value...
Apple’s 2026 M5 Max MacBook Pro boasts an 18‑core CPU, 40‑core GPU and industry‑leading efficiency, eclipsing the M3 Ultra in benchmark tests. Despite this hardware advantage, the Mac ecosystem remains starved of native AAA titles, with only a few games offering macOS...
Apple has rolled out watchOS 26.4, a point release that prioritizes stability over flashy new features. The update patches memory leaks, refines background processes, and tightens security, delivering faster app launches and smoother screen wake‑ups. By trimming CPU cycles, it...
Joe Fedewa’s 2026 guide reviews the top Android keyboard apps, highlighting mainstream choices like Gboard, SwiftKey, and Samsung Keyboard, as well as niche options for privacy, customization, power typing, and voice input. He recommends HeliBoard as an open‑source, offline alternative...
Tech writer Shaun Cichacki highlights Read You, a free, open‑source Android RSS news app that delivers ad‑free content directly to the device. The app emphasizes privacy by operating locally, avoiding third‑party tracking SDKs, and requiring no user account. Its Material...
iBuyPower is offering its RDY Element Pro R08 gaming desktop, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics and 32 GB of RAM, for $2,399.99 after a $100 clearance code—down from $2,699.99. The bundle also includes a mechanical keyboard,...
The author recommends adding six specific quick‑settings tiles to a fresh stock Android device, especially on Pixel 10 running Android 16. The tiles—Location, Hotspot, QR code scanner, TV remote, Song search, and Battery saver—are not included by default despite their high utility....
Skydream Technology California LLC introduced its Smart Space Camping Trailer at a launch in San Jose, featuring a hydraulic suspension that neutralizes trailer sway in real time and an integrated solar‑LFP power system. The AI‑enhanced mobile home targets eco‑conscious adventure...
Two major streaming services pulled the reality series "Counting On" after Joseph Duggar's arrest, while a Gaten Matarazzo Instagram promo went viral. The moves underscore shifting standards for content, influencer scrutiny and the economics of social media platforms.
Bumpboxx launched a Kickstarter for the BB-777, a modern boombox that faithfully recreates the iconic Sharp GF-777 design. The campaign has already raised over $3 million from thousands of backers, with more than 50 days left. The BB-777 blends vintage aesthetics...
The Quick Cursor app introduces a floating cursor and virtual trackpad that let users reach the top half of a large Android screen without stretching their thumb. It is activated by swiping inward from the bottom edge and can simulate taps...
Google Maps rolled out its most extensive redesign since 2009 on March 12, adding AI‑enhanced, real‑time 3D navigation that displays buildings, crosswalks and off‑ramps. The update also refines turn‑by‑turn prompts to reduce driver distraction and stress. With roughly 2 billion users...
MSI’s 24‑inch MAG 242F gaming monitor is now listed on Amazon for $85.49, a 29 % discount that saves roughly $34.50 off its regular price. The display packs a 200 Hz refresh rate, 0.5 ms gray‑to‑gray response time, an IPS panel, and AMD...
Also in Power On: Apple killed the Mac Pro four years ago. It just made it official. Here’s what happened. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-03-29/apple-doubles-down-on-hardware-services-with-revamped-ai-strategy-rare-bonuses-mnbpiwon?srnd=undefined
Power On: Apple pivots its AI efforts into an App Store and search-like platform play. Here are the details and why — https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-03-29/apple-doubles-down-on-hardware-services-with-revamped-ai-strategy-rare-bonuses-mnbpiwon?srnd=undefined
Apple’s Journal app merges traditional journaling with digital tools, offering iCloud syncing, advanced search, and Apple Pencil support. Users can create multiple journals to keep personal reflections separate from work notes, while Face ID or Touch ID protects privacy. Automatic dating and...
HP has launched a free, ad‑supported streaming app called HP TV+ that appears by default on Windows 11 PCs and can also be installed on Windows 10 and ARM64 devices. The app aggregates live channels, movies and TV shows in a single interface,...
Xbox has added 49 new titles to its handheld‑optimized catalog, boosting the game library for the Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X devices. The update includes major releases such as Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Of the new...
‘A genuine masterpiece’: The 15 best Apple gadgets of the last 50 years, according to you https://www.techradar.com/tech/a-genuine-masterpiece-the-15-best-apple-gadgets-of-the-last-50-years-according-to-you
v excited about all of apple’s cool AI projects etc etc but can we just make the dictation on the iphone not suck (Yes I’m grouchy about siri, voice dictation, search, etc etc- it should just be so much better)
UConn, the No. 2 seed, will face Michigan State in the NCAA Sweet 16, putting the Huskies three wins from a third title in four years. The matchup highlights the Big Ten’s surge and leaves fans scrambling for TV and streaming...
The PELADN WO4 AMD Ryzen 5 Mini PC is an amazing little device: It'll fit in the palm of your hand, but offers impressive performance and Windows 11 Pro. I got my hands on one and ran it through...
Wish you could hear everything around you, whether you're at a noisy restaurant or just watching TV at home? I check out the Cearvol Nano OTC Hearing Aids in various locations and find it's a great way to turn up...
Iranian-linked hackers sent text messages offering bomb‑shelter alerts that instead installed spyware on Android devices of fleeing civilians. The coordinated attack synced with missile strikes, giving attackers camera, location and data access, and is part of a broader wave of...
Is your Android device set up properly to back up all of your precious data? How about your photos and videos? Here's a primer on how to get it all configured correctly before it becomes a crisis: https://t.co/0SKNFevisk #android #backups...
Somebody gifted me a @getVITURE XR glasses and getting them to work with my Android phone gives me a massive "Linux printer driver install in 1997" vibe...
I tested the Nintendo Switch 2’s handheld boost mode, and it’s an absolute game-changer — here’s why. https://t.co/nWkNbKjRDL
Apple is taking an additional step to keep older iPhones protected from the latest exploits. https://t.co/jPJ441uP8A
Open source laser engraver sells for just $64 fully assembled — it is small and low power but may be enough for your needs https://t.co/IBv2QUqJOj
You guys liked the last batch of Ring photos so much, here’s a couple more from another angle. Standard Sam wasn’t in frame, so we’ve added in Ghostly Jane for reference. https://t.co/a5vqFxvfgc
We compare the key features of the Samsung Galaxy A57 and cheaper Galaxy A37. https://t.co/xjWvaylChB
After spending time with the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air, I'm hopeful for the future of thin phones. https://t.co/csYOR0981c
It looks as though the DI Osmo Pocket 4 vlogging camera is finally going to go on sale next month. https://t.co/6D98AQI6wI
The Zwift Ride and KICKR CORE is one of the best mid-range smart bikes on the market, with a good build quality and impressive performance for the price. https://t.co/rrspd0pRan
I’m hoping Apple will fix the Apple Watch’s wrist flick gesture and Live Activities at WWDC 2026. https://t.co/gmGT7362vL
The Tyranny of the Oura Ring “I started by counting my steps. Soon, I was counting every other biometric. Was that a good thing?…” An @WSJ editorial https://t.co/DSWwkDPT7o https://t.co/8YcrcVsOsq
We've been polling TechRadar readers on their favorite Apple gadgets in history, and these are the results. https://t.co/FRCchYMqh4
