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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
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 stable update for the Galaxy S25 is still weeks away, despite the beta program already in its eighth iteration. The company plans a total of ten beta builds, with beta 9 slated for April 9 and beta 10 around April 20. Because the focus remains on bug fixes rather than new features, the final stable rollout is expected in late April or May. Users can already opt into the beta via the Samsung Members app, but should anticipate a polished release later than initially hoped.
Samsung is rumored to equip the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 with the same M13 OLED display material used in previous generations, a move aimed at curbing costs amid rising component prices. The decision could bring modest performance and stability tweaks,...
Amazon is offering the top‑rated Skullcandy Crusher Evo wireless headphones at a steep 52% discount, lowering the standard $210 price to $100 for most colors and $105 for the camouflage version. The headphones feature Skullcandy’s signature bass‑boost technology, a 40‑hour...
Dreamscape Technologies has positioned itself as Jaipur’s go‑to authorized Lenovo reseller, pairing a broad catalog of consumer and business laptops with flexible EMI financing. Shoppers can spread payments over several months, eliminating the need for large upfront cash while still...
ASUS has filed regulatory paperwork for a new ROG CROSSHAIR X870E EDITION 20 motherboard, signaling a commemorative product for the 20th anniversary of its Republic of Gamers line. The filing, submitted to the Eurasian Economic Union database, appears alongside a...
The Geekom A5 Pro is a budget‑friendly mini PC that trims the flagship A8’s specs to cut price by roughly $180, selling for about $540 versus $720 for the A8. It swaps the high‑end Ryzen 7 8745HS and Radeon 780M for a 6‑core...
A Japanese modder demonstrated that the Nintendo Switch 2 can technically run an NVMe SSD, but the console’s firmware only accepts devices that pass a microSD Express authentication handshake. By using a custom hybrid adapter that houses both a microSD Express card and...
MSI has launched the HERALD BE9400, a PCIe x1 Wi‑Fi 7 card that brings tri‑band 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz connectivity to desktop PCs. The card claims peak speeds of 5.76 Gbps on 6 GHz, 2.88 Gbps on 5 GHz and 688 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, and includes a detachable...
A single company’s history reflects the evolution of an entire industry. From its early days to global dominance, Apple has been chronicled through decades of headlines that mirror the rise of personal computing, mobile and now AI. It shows how long-term innovation...
A recent analysis of Android versions of Messenger, Signal and Telegram reveals stark differences in permission requests and data handling. Messenger requests the most permissions (87 total, 24 dangerous), while Telegram requests the fewest (71 total) but the highest number...
Skullcandy is running deep discounts across its audio lineup, offering up to 47% off the Crusher Evo over‑ear headphones, 33% off the Push 720 open‑ear earbuds, 36% off the Crusher ANC 2 noise‑cancelling model, and 33% off the PLYR 720 gaming headset. The...
For a certain kind of phone geek, this is incredible. Reminds me of the glory days of deep-in-the-weeds mobile spec blogging. (It's me. I'm the certain kind of phone geek.)
Well done, Anything - making lemonade from lemons. Apple removed Anything from the App Store, so they shifted app building to iMessage.
Nanomade announced a breakthrough transparent film that fuses capacitive touch and ultra‑sensitive force sensing, developed with printed‑electronics partner PolyIC. The ultra‑thin, fully clear substrate will be available for industrialisation in Q3 2026, with a first demonstration already underway for a leading...
Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Smart IH Rice Cooker P1, featuring a PFAS‑free titanium‑infused inner pot and 3‑D induction heating. Priced at about $159, the cooker combines pressure cooking at 105 °C with a 10‑stage intelligent program that adapts to rice...
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#ThisDayInTechHistory. April 3, 1973. Dr Marty Cooper from Motorola made the first mobile phone call to his competitor at AT and T. (Bloomberg Business) #Mobile #Technology https://t.co/cZjwZUT6Q6
Sandbar is preparing to ship its Stream smart ring this summer, a wearable that goes beyond voice capture to enable two‑way AI conversations. The device remembers prior interactions, asks follow‑up questions, and acts as a "self‑extension" rather than a personality‑driven...
Is your Windows 11 computer running more slowly than when you first got it? There are some simple tweaks to regain some of that speed. Here are 4 key settings to check and potentially disable for maximum boost: https://t.co/6HaGfPZLFs #windows...
Have a smart home garage door controlled by the MyQ app? You can program it to close automatically late every night for improved security. Here's how to set this automation up, step by step... https://t.co/QPxiWALNch #smarthome #security @Chamberlain https://t.co/n6z9CiRG9e
Valerion announced a 20% price cut for its StreamMaster Plus 2 4K laser projector, lowering the list price from $1,999 to $1,599, the lowest point in the past month. The device packs an RGB triple‑laser engine, 2000 ISO lumens, 4 ms input lag,...
It's inexplicable but true: The Unique Melody UXUE Hybrid Dynamic Hi-Fi Earbuds sound better when I switch ears so that the L goes in my right ear, and the R goes in my left. Here's how that works out in...
From compact backup units to high-capacity home power stations, these deals cover everything from charging essentials to running appliances during outages. https://t.co/gLwv8tlEuR https://t.co/lDwYPHLFZq
Blind artist and braille‑creator Clarke Reynolds will attempt the Brighton Marathon using smart glasses that stream his view to a worldwide network of volunteers. The Be My Eyes app will let sighted helpers give live directions, turning a personal challenge into a...
Bloom and Brick are NFC‑enabled cards that lock distracting apps when tapped to a phone. Bloom retails for $39 and offers pre‑built schedules, a Friends leaderboard, and three five‑minute breaks per session, while Brick costs $54 and takes a stricter,...
Amazon wrapped up its Big Spring Sale on March 31, leaving deep‑discount tech deals still live on the site. Shoppers can still find up to 60% off on items ranging from Sony headphones to robot vacuums, while rivals such as...
Yes, it's another robot vacuum and mop in the spotlight, but I have to admit, this Roborock unit does a splendid job cleaning. Here's my detailed demo and review of the brand new Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow Robot Vacuum...
Nintendo’s Switch 2 continues the tradition of a premium Pro Controller, but third‑party alternatives now offer comparable performance at lower price points. Reviewers highlight three standout options: the budget‑friendly 8BitDo Ultimate 2C at $29.99, the mid‑range 8BitDo Ultimate 2 for $56.99 with a...
Google has refreshed Chrome for Android’s Settings page with a Material 3 Expressive redesign, rolling out in version 146. The new UI arranges each option in padded cards with rounded corners and lighter dynamic‑color backgrounds, improving visual hierarchy. The changes also extend...
Soundboks launched the Mix, a 21‑pound Bluetooth party speaker that delivers a maximum 121 dB output—about 20 dB louder than typical portable speakers—while remaining distortion‑free. It features dual 72 W Class‑D amplifiers, a 10‑inch woofer with a pulse‑reflex port, and an IP65‑rated, impact‑resistant...
Granola, an AI‑powered note‑taking app, shares notes publicly by default to anyone with a link, contradicting its claim of private‑by‑default. Users can change the setting to “Only my company” or “Private,” but the default exposes potentially sensitive meeting content. The...
Apple is prototyping a suite of AI‑enhanced wearables—including dual‑camera smart pins, camera‑equipped AirPods and next‑gen smart glasses—that will feed sensor data into a Gemini‑powered Siri. The move positions Apple against rivals such as Meta, which sold over seven million Ray‑Ban...
HP announced the EliteBook 6 G2q, an ultraslim laptop powered by Snapdragon X2 processors that delivers up to 85 TOPS of AI performance. The device includes HP Go 5G, marketed as unlimited data, but the service requires a built‑in eSIM, works only on Windows 11 commercial PCs,...
Plex is rolling out its redesigned interface to Amazon Fire TV devices beginning next week, following a staggered launch that started on Apple TV in early 2025. Alongside the visual overhaul, Plex will enforce a paid‑pass requirement for any remote...
Valve is reportedly developing a Steam Deck 2, aiming for a 2028 market debut if supply‑chain constraints ease. Unlike the original, the new handheld will forgo a semi‑custom AMD APU in favor of off‑the‑shelf AMD silicon. This shift is intended...
Screen Skinz, a startup that creates personalized tempered‑glass phone protectors, landed a $300,000 investment from Kevin O’Leary and a matching $300,000 from Alexis Ohanian on Shark Tank. Founded by Clay Canning in his parents’ laundry room, the company offers designs that...
Matthew Shaer’s New York Times piece spotlights a burgeoning movement among young adults to abandon their smartphones, arguing that constant screen time fuels anxiety, guilt, and a loss of real‑world presence. The article weaves personal anecdotes—like Keahna’s experience of missing...
Apple’s new MacBook Neo offers a full‑size laptop with an A18 Pro chip for $599, targeting budget‑conscious consumers. To keep costs low, Apple stripped premium features like a fan, higher‑capacity SSD, and Touch ID, resulting in limited storage and modest 8 GB...
ElevenLabs has launched ElevenMusic, an iOS app that lets users generate AI‑crafted songs using natural‑language prompts. The free tier permits up to seven tracks per day, while a $9.99 monthly Pro plan expands limits to 500 songs and 500 GB of...
Blue Frog Studios is debuting Blue Frog Immersive, a concert platform built for Apple Vision Pro that uses dual‑8K stereoscopic video, spatial audio, and head‑tracked mixes to place viewers virtually on stage. The Vancouver‑based company, which has streamed over 800...
Oh man, I'm stoked about this-- I've been beta testing Surf since *last* SXSW. They're finally going live for everyone.
I know everybody is talking about the MacBook NEO but the new 16” MacBook Pro with M5 Max is kind of insane. Anyone grabbing a MacBook Pro this year?
Initial impressions of the AirPods Max 2: • Active Noise Cancelling is noticeably improved • Bass sounds fuller without being overwhelming • USB-C IS LIFE • It's almost comical that they're so committed to this terrible case A+
Does your @Samsung Galaxy S phone seem to have lost most of its battery capacity? It might be the apps you have or your configuration. Here's how to test your battery health and the easiest changes to maximize battery life......
Tired of taking notes or forgetting key points from lectures and meetings? I check out the AILITH RecNote N1 AI Voice Recorder and find it a smart solution with lots of useful tech inside. Here's my detailed demo and review:...
HP Go 5G provides “unlimited” data under restrictive terms, with prepaid plans, throttling, and limited international access. https://t.co/IS12m0RpxH
AT&T sent me a Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 10.9" Android Tablet to evaluate, and I'm darn impressed. It's fast, has a crisp, bright screen, and makes reading the news, an ebook, or playing games way more fun than on...
Dell’s supercapacitor-powered keyboard and mouse deliver ultra-fast charging and long usage, redefining convenience and eliminating reliance on traditional batteries. https://t.co/k44tsLTSbn
Google's kit aims to breathe new life into old hardware, and that could be Macs as well as Windows 10 PCs. https://t.co/Urnq4OBC9u
Get 25% off the Garmin Forerunner 265s at Amazon, and 16% off the larger 265. https://t.co/NUYGjFE1lg
