Amazon Is Trying to Sell Out of Its Fire TV Remotes — Maybe New Remotes Are Coming
Amazon has unusually slashed prices on both its standard and Enhanced Fire TV remotes, offering discounts up to $15 within a two‑week span. The standard remote, normally $30, saw three separate reductions, while the Enhanced model received three cuts ranging from $6 to $10. These promotions follow a period of stagnant remote updates, with the last meaningful redesign in 2021 and the Enhanced version unchanged since 2019. Analysts speculate the discounts may be inventory clearance ahead of a new remote launch.
MacBook Pro Charging: MagSafe vs USB-C
Apple reintroduced MagSafe on the 2021 MacBook Pro, restoring the magnetic charging experience that was discontinued in 2016. The latest models also retain USB‑C charging, creating a dual‑port ecosystem that gives users a choice between safety‑focused MagSafe and the high‑power,...
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9’s Secret Weapon: 30% Better Efficiency with Snapdragon Elite
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy Watch 9 with a 435 mAh battery and a Snapdragon Elite processor that promises roughly 30% better power efficiency. The watch aims to extend daily usage while supporting health monitoring, fitness tracking, and real‑time notifications....
What Donut Labs Data Shows on Solid-State Battery Energy Density
Donut Labs announced a solid‑state battery that it says reaches 400 Wh/kg, a level far above the 250‑300 Wh/kg typical of today’s lithium‑ion cells. The company also touts thermal stability and fast‑charging, but it has not released voltage profiles or third‑party test...
GMKtec K13 Mini PC Tests Intel Core Ultra 7256V Gaming at 1080p
Intel and GMKtec have launched the K13 mini PC, built around the Core Ultra 7256V CPU and ARC 140V iGPU. The device targets 1080p gaming, leveraging XESS multi‑frame generation to lift frame rates in supported titles. It offers Wi‑Fi 6E, USB 4, and adjustable...
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Leak: Massive 5,400 mAh Battery and 45W Charging Revealed
Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 series, slated for an August‑October 2026 launch, introduces the Pixel 11 Pro XL with a massive 5,400 mAh battery and 45 W wired charging. The lineup is powered by the new Tensor G6 2 nm chipset and a MediaTek M90 5G modem, delivering...
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Vs. IPhone 17 Pro Max: 2026 Flagship Comparison
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra and Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max represent the 2026 flagship tier, each pushing hardware and software boundaries. The S26 Ultra distinguishes itself with a 200 MP camera, 60 W fast charging, an S Pen, and a privacy‑focused display, while...
ASUS Compares the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme to Apple’s M5 Under Questionable Conditions
ASUS showcased the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme against Apple’s M5 using a Diablo IV benchmark run through CrossOver, reporting a 1.31× speed advantage. The analysis highlights that the game is not native to macOS, meaning the emulation layer introduces performance penalties that favor the...
That Time I Got to Touch the Original iPhone ↦
At Macworld Expo 2007, a journalist got hands‑on with Apple’s unreleased iPhone, noting its rarity and the tactile allure of its multi‑touch display. The piece highlighted that only a handful of devices existed six months before the official launch, underscoring...
Earbud Straps/Companion Flights Perk/Extra Airport Time
Travelers can now protect pricey earbuds with inexpensive silicone straps that snap onto the neck, reducing loss risk on flights. Southwest temporarily grants a free companion pass to new Chase cardholders, extending free‑flight benefits through February 2027 along with bag...
How to Quickly Find Your Computer’s Warranty Status
Rick Rouse’s latest tech tip walks readers through fast ways to verify a computer’s warranty status. By locating the device’s serial number and using manufacturer support portals, built‑in command‑line utilities, or reputable third‑party aggregators, users can confirm coverage in seconds....
Hacking a Robot Vacuum
A recent hack of a robot vacuum highlighted the pervasive insecurity of connected consumer devices. Manufacturers often ship IoT products with weak authentication, unencrypted communications, and no reliable patching process. The incident underscores a broader industry trend that prioritizes rapid...
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Headphones and Pi8 Earbuds Come in New Regal Colors
Bowers & Wilkins has added a Vintage Maroon finish to its Px7 S3 noise‑cancelling headphones and introduced Pale Mauve and Dark Burgundy colorways for the Pi8 earbuds. Both products retain flagship audio hardware – 40 mm biocellulose drivers in the headphones...
Why No One Built a 360 Camera Light Until Now
Harlowe introduced the Omni 360 2W, a $95 LED light that illuminates the full sphere of 360° cameras. The compact unit delivers 2 W (boostable to 4 W) with adjustable color temperature, gesture‑controlled settings, and a 180° forward mode for traditional shooting. Its...
Earleaf: An Offline Audiobook App Built Out of Frustration
A former iPhone power user switched to Android after 15 years and found the lack of a satisfactory audiobook player. He created Earleaf, a $4.99 offline audiobook app that plays locally stored files without ads, subscriptions, or tracking. Its standout...
Leak Reveals Details of reMarkable's Next E Ink Tablet
reMarkable is set to launch a fifth device, the Paper Pure, later this year. Leaked by X influencer Evan Blass, the tablet is positioned as a mass‑market offering, contrasting with the premium Paper Pro line. The launch is expected in...
Tivo Stream 4K Is Uninstalling Downloader, Custom Launchers, and ADB Utilities After Latest Update
TiVo Stream 4K received an OS upgrade from Android 10 to Android 12, but the update automatically removes popular sideloading tools such as Downloader, custom launchers, and ADB utilities. Users discovered the system app CoreService is responsible, and can temporarily restore apps by...
Apple Photos’s Concert Identification Seems to Play More Misses than Hits ↦
Apple Photos’ new concert‑identification feature frequently mislabels live‑music images, confusing headliners with opening acts and collapsing multi‑artist festivals into single‑artist tags. The algorithm also groups photos taken on the same day into one event, even when they belong to different...
Nintendo Switch 2 Boost Mode Doesn't Work with Pikmin Series, Other Major Games
Nintendo’s latest Switch 2 firmware adds Boost Mode, letting original Switch games run in simulated Docked mode at up to 1080p on the handheld. However, the feature excludes the entire Pikmin series and several flagship titles such as Super Mario 3D All Stars and Zelda Skyward Sword HD. Games...
Samsung Pulls Trifold Phone From Market After only Three Months
Samsung announced a premium trifold smartphone in early 2024, pricing it around $1,500 and touting a tablet‑sized display that folds into a pocket‑friendly form factor. Within three months, the device failed to meet sales expectations, prompting the company to pull...
IPhone 17 vs 17e: 15 Reasons to Spend the Extra $200
Apple launched the budget‑friendly iPhone 17e at $599, while the standard iPhone 17 starts at $799. The price gap translates into a suite of upgrades, including a smoother ProMotion display, longer battery life, enhanced camera optics, and advanced spatial‑computing hardware....
Finally Some Good News For Copilot 365 Victims
Microsoft announced it will stop automatically installing the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on new Windows devices outside the European Economic Area. The change follows backlash from forced installations and a December 2025 EU ruling that blocked the rollout in the...
TinyLog: How I Build Software From My Phone
The author demonstrates a fully mobile development workflow, enabling code shipping from a phone using free tools. By connecting his Mac and iPhone via Tailscale, he SSHs into the Mac with Termius, keeps sessions alive with tmux, and mirrors the...
Beats and Nike Collaborate On Powerbeats Pro 2 – Nike Special Edition With LeBron James
Nigeria’s cultural scene sees three major developments. Founder Nelson C.J. launched A Third Space, a multidisciplinary hub that brings together visual, literary, and performance artists in monthly immersive programs. A reflective piece revisits the 2020 EndSARS protests, underscoring their lasting imprint on...
The Missing iMac Special Edition
Stephen Hackett’s 512 Pixels blog post, “The Missing iMac Special Edition,” spotlights a rumored, hard‑to‑find iMac G3 variant that enthusiasts have long chased. The author laments the difficulty of tracking down reliable information, calling the pursuit “cursed.” Alongside the discussion,...
Samsung Galaxy Wide Fold 8: The Secret Flagship That’s Outshining the Standard Fold
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Wide Fold 8, a premium trifolding flagship that expands screen real estate while retaining pocket‑friendly dimensions. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the device promises faster multitasking, superior gaming performance, and next‑gen 5G/Wi‑Fi 7 connectivity. A 4,800 mAh battery and 120 Hz...
How to Play Original Xbox Games On Android : Requirements, Install Steps & Tweaks
The X1 Box emulator, built on the XEMU project, enables Android smartphones to run original Xbox titles such as Halo and Fable. Installation requires gathering BIOS files, a hard‑disk image, and ISO/XISO game copies, then linking them within the APK. Because...
Why Your Modem and Router Need Their Own Battery Backup Device
A dedicated battery backup for your modem and router protects network connectivity during power interruptions and voltage fluctuations. The article explains how a small UPS can keep internet service alive, safeguard equipment, and prevent data loss for home offices and...
ZimaCube 2 Personal Cloud NAS Opens for Pre-Order with Multiple Configurations
IceWhale has launched pre‑orders for the ZimaCube 2, a compact personal‑cloud NAS built on 12th‑Gen Intel i3 and i5 processors. The system offers DDR5 memory up to 64 GB, dual 2.5 GbE Ethernet with optional 10 GbE, and two PCIe slots for GPUs or...
Every Pool Robot Needs Cleaning, Except This One
Beatbot unveiled the AquaSense X, a premium robotic pool cleaner paired with AstroRinse, the first self‑cleaning docking station that rinses the filter, empties debris and wirelessly charges the unit. Priced at $4,250, it ships on April 30 2026 and boasts 29 sensors, AI...
(Sponsor) Magic Lasso Adblock: Effortlessly Block Ads on Your iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV
Magic Lasso Adblock is a native iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Apple TV app that blocks ads, trackers, and other annoyances across Safari, YouTube, third‑party browsers, and native apps. The solution uses a Swift‑based engine that processes blocking locally, adhering to...
‘The Last Quiet Thing’
The article contrasts a $12 Casio F‑91W watch, which has remained unchanged since 1989, with a $400 Apple Watch that continuously demands updates, health tracking, and subscriptions. It argues that modern smart devices have turned ownership into an ongoing relationship...
★ Apple Exclaves and the Secure Design of the MacBook Neo’s On-Screen Camera Indicator
Apple’s new MacBook Neo replaces traditional hardware camera LEDs with an on‑screen green dot, but the indicator is secured by a dedicated silicon exclave. The Platform Security Guide update confirms that untrusted software, even with root or kernel privileges, cannot...
LG OLED 32GS95UV Best Settings: Dial in the Perfect Picture for Gaming and Movies
The LG UltraGear OLED 32GS250UV delivers a rare dual‑refresh capability—240 Hz at 4K and 480 Hz at 1080p—making it a top choice for high‑performance gaming and cinematic content. Out‑of‑the‑box settings, however, tend to be overly bright and lack optimal contrast, which can...
(PR) RIG and Ora Graphene Audio Launches RIG R5 Spear MAX HD Gaming Headset with GrapheneQ Drivers
RIG and Ora Graphene Audio unveiled the RIG R5 SPEAR MAX HD gaming headset, featuring Ora’s patented GrapheneQ drivers that promise studio‑grade sound and ultra‑low distortion. The headset includes a USB‑C DAC capable of 32‑bit/384 kHz playback and Dolby Atmos 3D...
Fedora Workstation 44 Beta Benchmarks On The AMD Ryzen AI Max Framework Desktop
Fedora Workstation 44 Beta was benchmarked on a Framework Desktop equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, alongside Fedora 43 stock and Fedora 43 with recent updates. All tests used clean installations on identical hardware, allowing a direct performance comparison. The beta runs...
(PR) Cyber Acoustics Releases WC-1000 Webcam, Built to Work Seamlessly with Headsets or Speakerphones
Cyber Acoustics launched the WC‑1000 webcam, a video‑only device that omits a built‑in microphone to avoid audio‑device conflicts in platforms like Teams and Zoom. The 1080p camera features autofocus, auto‑light correction, and multiple resolution options, targeting BPOs, enterprises, and remote...
Apple Announces AirPods Max 2 Update with H2 Chip, Same Price
Apple unveiled the AirPods Max 2, integrating the H2 chip found in its latest AirPods Pro and AirPods 4 lineup. The upgrade delivers 1.5× more effective active noise cancellation, a high‑dynamic‑range amplifier, and new features such as Adaptive Audio, Conversation...
Rabbit-Labs Flipper Zero ESP32-C5 Multi-Board Features CC1101, GPS, and Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6
Rabbit Labs EU unveiled the Flipper Zero ESP32‑C5 multi‑board, a compact expansion that adds dual‑band Wi‑Fi 6, BLE 5, 802.15.4, a TI CC1101 sub‑GHz transceiver, GPS and a microSD slot to the popular Flipper Zero. Powered by the ESP32‑C5‑WROOM‑1U RISC‑V SoC, the...
3D Print Your Own Lil Finder
A maker spent a week refining design files and printing a Lil Finder figurine, completing the 20‑hour job on a Bambu P2S printer. The project, done in collaboration with Basic Apple Guy, offers the .3mf file for free, encouraging the...
In a Surprise Move, Apple Announces AirPods Max 2
Apple surprised the market by unveiling the AirPods Max 2, its first over‑the‑ear headphones powered by the H2 chip. The new model delivers up to 1.5× stronger active noise cancellation, refined Transparency Mode, and enhanced Spatial Audio. Additional intelligent features include...
Lenovo Legion Go HID Drivers Queued Ahead Of Linux 7.1
Lenovo’s new HID drivers for the Legion Go and Go S series are slated for inclusion in the Linux 7.1 kernel. Developed by Derek Clark, the drivers expose controller features such as rumble, haptic feedback, RGB LEDs, calibration and touchpad settings via sysfs...
OWC Launches Storage and Connectivity Solutions for Apple’s New MacBook Neo
Other World Computing (OWC) unveiled a suite of storage and connectivity accessories tailored for Apple’s newly released MacBook Neo. The lineup includes a USB‑C Travel Dock with five ports and 100 W power delivery, the Envoy portable NVMe SSDs ranging from...
MQTT Vs. CoAP: IoT Protocols for Real-Time Device Communication
The post contrasts MQTT’s broker‑based, TCP‑reliable publish‑subscribe model with CoAP’s lightweight, UDP‑driven request‑response approach for IoT communication. It highlights MQTT’s QoS guarantees, broker scaling challenges, and CoAP’s low‑overhead, battery‑friendly design, including the observe pattern that mimics pub‑sub without a broker....
📩 Apple Secrets — Your Weekly Drop
Apple unveiled the $599 MacBook Neo, the company’s first sub‑$600 Mac, sparking debate over its effect on the broader Mac lineup. At the same time, supply‑chain leaks confirm a delay for the anticipated OLED MacBook Air, while rumors surface of...
Can Africa Succeed Where India Failed with the $40 Smartphone?
The GSMA announced a pilot program to launch $40 4G smartphones in Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda by 2026, aiming to connect tens of millions of Africans who are offline despite network coverage. The initiative bundles operators, manufacturers,...
Why some People Are “Bricking” Their Phones to Stop Social Media Scrolling
A small hardware gadget called Brick physically locks a smartphone, preventing access to social‑media apps with a single tap. Users say the tangible barrier outperforms software solutions such as Opal, BePresent, and Freedom when trying to curb screen time. The...
Magnetic-Suspension Hoverboard Is Only 11 Years Late
Colin Furze has built a hoverboard‑style longboard that hovers using the repulsive force of four massive neodymium magnets. The device restricts motion to a single vertical axis, eliminating lateral instability by employing rear‑mounted pins and linear bearings. After early prototypes...
Apple’s Bold New Look: How iOS 26.4 Changes Every Icon on Your iPhone
Apple’s iOS 26.4 overhaul reimagines the Liquid Glass interface with granular opacity and intensity controls, letting users fine‑tune lock‑screen translucency. The update also introduces clear‑or‑tinted notification styles and a new “Reduce Bright Effect” accessibility toggle that softens glare on menus and...
Gigabyte BRIX Mini PC with Intel Panther Lake Coming Soon
Gigabyte unveiled the BRIX‑BRU9‑386H, the first mini PC in its line to ship with Intel’s Core Ultra 9 386H “Panther Lake” processor. The compact 119 × 113 × 34 mm device supports up to 128 GB of user‑replaceable DDR5‑6400 memory, a rare capability among ultra‑low‑power CPUs. It offers...