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Samsung's New Laptop Leverages Hybrid Intel Core 3, Boosts Performance
SocialApr 28, 2026

Samsung's New Laptop Leverages Hybrid Intel Core 3, Boosts Performance

Samsung is working on a laptop powered by the new Hybrid Intel Core 3 series The Core 5 320 is over 20% faster than the A18 Pro Core 7 350 is over 2x faster than the Core Ultra U Series 1, 64%...

By The Galox
Battery‑free 3D‑printed Metal Tags Track Actions via Ultrasound
SocialApr 28, 2026

Battery‑free 3D‑printed Metal Tags Track Actions via Ultrasound

Researchers at Georgia Tech develop battery-free 3D-printed metal tags for smart tracking that use ultrasonic sound to record everyday actions. https://t.co/nNTq62wERT

By TechRadar
Apple Adds AI Photo Editing in iOS 27, macOS 27
SocialApr 28, 2026

Apple Adds AI Photo Editing in iOS 27, macOS 27

NEW: Apple plans AI overhaul for photo editing in iOS 27 and macOS 27, looking to better compete with Android. New features include using Apple Intelligence on-device models to extend, enhance and reframe photos. Details here - https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/apple-s-ios-27-macos-27-photo-editing-with-ai-to-extend-enhance-and-reframe?

By Mark Gurman
Windows Silently Snapshots Screens for AI Training
SocialApr 28, 2026

Windows Silently Snapshots Screens for AI Training

Windows has over 1.4 billion active users. Almost none of them know their operating system is quietly taking snapshots of their screen to train Microsoft's AI. That is 1 of 18 hidden tracking mechanics Microsoft buried deep in the system settings. Here's all...

By thetripathi58
Bulk Import Android Media to Windows via Microsoft Photos
SocialApr 28, 2026

Bulk Import Android Media to Windows via Microsoft Photos

Want to bulk import photos and videos from a Samsung or other Android phone to your Windows PC? Here's how, using Microsoft Photos, with handy troubleshooting tips included: https://t.co/71a9D17kl6 #windows #android #samsung #photos #photography https://t.co/0d5WTKvdpX

By Dave Taylor
Seeking Multi‑Port USB‑C Charger to Replace Ten Outlets
SocialApr 28, 2026

Seeking Multi‑Port USB‑C Charger to Replace Ten Outlets

Aight... I'm trying to consolidate 9-10 USB charging points into a cleaner solution. What are my options? USB-C preferred but I'll take USB-A if that's the only option. Anker (?) used to make a 12-port charger iirc but don't think that's...

By Dhruv Bhutani
Meta Ray‑Bans Evolve, But Can They Remain Market Leaders?
SocialApr 28, 2026

Meta Ray‑Bans Evolve, But Can They Remain Market Leaders?

The second-generation Meta Ray-Bans are an evolution, not a revolution. Is that enough to keep the top spot in an increasingly competitive market? https://t.co/wn2YUK4jr2

By TechRadar
White iPhone 4 Delay Shaped Apple’s Launch Rhythm
SocialApr 28, 2026

White iPhone 4 Delay Shaped Apple’s Launch Rhythm

The delayed white iPhone 4 might’ve prompted Apple’s current iPhone launch schedule — a tradition that’s on the cusp of major change. https://t.co/r3I05Yikcb

By TechRadar
Sabastian Sawe's Sub‑2‑hour Watch Is Outdated
SocialApr 28, 2026

Sabastian Sawe's Sub‑2‑hour Watch Is Outdated

The Garmin watch Sabastian Sawe used to break two hours is old by modern standards. https://t.co/QDV0Jlbb1z

By TechRadar
Apple Should Retire Liquid Glass After Thumbnail Fiasco
SocialApr 28, 2026

Apple Should Retire Liquid Glass After Thumbnail Fiasco

Apple should def do this display but think it needs to retire the Liquid Glass display forever after the YouTube thumbnail snafu https://t.co/WZa0LGbAAg

By Trung Phan
New App Lets AirPods Work Wirelessly with Android
SocialApr 28, 2026

New App Lets AirPods Work Wirelessly with Android

You can now do more with AirPods wirelessly connected to Android devices, thanks to this clever app. https://t.co/O4dSuv2nSc

By TechRadar
Omarchy 3.7 Simplifies Boot Unlock Screen Theming
SocialApr 28, 2026

Omarchy 3.7 Simplifies Boot Unlock Screen Theming

Omarchy 3.7 will make it trivial to theme the boot unlock screen. And any theme can offer a variant 🤩 https://t.co/6pxZuaOOxM

By David Heinemeier Hansson
User Offers £5 and Tool for Purple Pro Pixel
SocialApr 28, 2026

User Offers £5 and Tool for Purple Pro Pixel

Dear @madebygoogle I will pay you *checks wallet* £5 and a sim tool remover for a purple Pro Pixel this year. Thank you for your attention on this important matter

By Zac Kew‑Denniss
Google Photos Now Lets You View Photos From New Angles
SocialApr 28, 2026

Google Photos Now Lets You View Photos From New Angles

Unlike many of you, I don't have a "best side" for photos. They're all average. But this new @GoogleResearch capability added to Google Photos lets you reimagine images from slightly different angles. How cool. https://t.co/9PuGSyGeJX https://t.co/sOrqxaTAy7

By Richard Seroter
Gemini Adds AI Usage Tracker and Fresh Reaction Icons
SocialApr 28, 2026

Gemini Adds AI Usage Tracker and Fresh Reaction Icons

Gemini could soon show you exactly how much AI you use helping you stay mindful of your AI consumption Gemini also gets new icons for like/dislike/copy, similar to Youtube and Youtube Music ✅ Details - https://t.co/lqdUh1Dfdf https://t.co/9tTe90jpbE

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
VITURE Glasses Deliver Display Four Times Laptop Size
SocialApr 28, 2026

VITURE Glasses Deliver Display Four Times Laptop Size

The image inside these new glasses from @getVITURE is stunning. Is four times bigger than my laptop screen.

By Robert Scoble
Google Plans to Replace Gemini Voices Soon
SocialApr 28, 2026

Google Plans to Replace Gemini Voices Soon

Google could soon say goodbye to current Gemini voices (APK teardown) Google might offer a new set of Gemini voices ✅ Details - https://t.co/yOyj7BhDVF https://t.co/HMdyli9QJR

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
Apple’s New Wearables Signal Internet Access Identity Shift
SocialApr 28, 2026

Apple’s New Wearables Signal Internet Access Identity Shift

Apple is apparently working on a bunch of wearable devices, including smart glasses, camera AirPods and a camera pendant. How we access the internet is shifting, and it's raising big questions about identity: https://t.co/nboUJJ8Flq

By Dave Birch
Oppo to Debut Micro Quad‑curved Bezeless Flagship Displays
SocialApr 28, 2026

Oppo to Debut Micro Quad‑curved Bezeless Flagship Displays

Oppo will lead the way on new mobile displays The company is planning to use a new micro quad-curved bezeless display on its flagships

By The Galox
Kindle’s New Default Tap-to-Turn Feature Can Be Turned Off
SocialApr 28, 2026

Kindle’s New Default Tap-to-Turn Feature Can Be Turned Off

Noticed that when you accidentally tap anywhere on your Amazon Kindle, it now changes pages? Turns out that it's a new setting that defaults to "enabled". Fortunately, it's easy to disable: https://t.co/WGas8Nxgzr #kindle #kindleos @AmazonKindle https://t.co/DeDzhsa39H

By Dave Taylor
Nearity 360 Camera Revolutionizes Multi‑Person Video Meetings
SocialApr 28, 2026

Nearity 360 Camera Revolutionizes Multi‑Person Video Meetings

Using a laptop webcam for your video meetings? Yikes. The Nearity 360 Alien Conference Camera, with 4 lenses, mic array & hi-fi speaker is a game changer that supports 10+ person meetings. Here's my demo and review: https://t.co/NL1YWMl8wP #zoom #meet...

By Dave Taylor
Vintage LLM Delivers 1930s Siri‑Style Sushi Orders
SocialApr 28, 2026

Vintage LLM Delivers 1930s Siri‑Style Sushi Orders

The new LLM trained only on pre-1931 text is small enough that it can potentially run on device, so, with the right tools, you can get a fully vintage version of Siri, but from the era of Downton Abbey. Here, I...

By Ethan Mollick
Alex Builds Own OpenClaw Glasses, Outpacing Rivals
SocialApr 28, 2026

Alex Builds Own OpenClaw Glasses, Outpacing Rivals

Last week I went to @SVVRLIVE (Silicon Valley meetup). Learned at least two companies are working on OpenClaw glasses. Alex beat them by building his own. Love him or hate him he knows how to skate where the puck will soon be.

By Robert Scoble
Eager for Steam Controller, Disappointed Valve Overlooked Me
SocialApr 27, 2026

Eager for Steam Controller, Disappointed Valve Overlooked Me

That steam controller looks so good. I’m not usually one to be sad to miss out on review copies, but i am bummed valve skipped over me for this one. Can’t wait to get one. I do wish the sticks...

By Gene Park
Galaxy XR Boasts Solid Hardware, Needs Better Software
SocialApr 27, 2026

Galaxy XR Boasts Solid Hardware, Needs Better Software

I know a lot of people have been waiting on my full assessment on Android XR and the @samsungus Galaxy XR. Well, here you go, its a long one: https://moorinsightsstrategy.com/research-notes/samsung-galaxy-xr-headset-a-strong-hardware-foundation-waiting-on-software/

By Anshel Sag
GetD GSPro Smart Glasses Lack Real AI
SocialApr 27, 2026

GetD GSPro Smart Glasses Lack Real AI

The GetD GSPro Smart Glasses are advertised as "AI Glasses", but does the inclusion of a microphone and a custom app really imbue them with artificial intelligence? I slip a polarized pair on to find out: https://t.co/C2XA3Xw0tJ #GetD #smartglasses #aiglasses...

By Dave Taylor
AR Glasses Turn Phones Into Real‑World Wall Hack
SocialApr 27, 2026

AR Glasses Turn Phones Into Real‑World Wall Hack

Wall hacks in real life using augmented reality. New mad science experiment -- I used $300 Meta RayBan glasses and an iPhone to recreate EagleEye's "see-through-walls" tracking. The answer was visual positioning tech to build a shared spatial map. Code on...

By Bilawal Sidhu
Canadian‑Built Gander Social Sparks Digital Sovereignty Debate
SocialApr 27, 2026

Canadian‑Built Gander Social Sparks Digital Sovereignty Debate

Gander Social and the debate over digital sovereignty I recently wrote a feature piece for a new Canadian-owned media outlet called Be Giant about Gander Social, a new Canadian-owned and operated social-media app that is still in beta testing, and the...

By Mathew Ingram
Microsoft Unveils Dynamic Background for New Xbox Logo
SocialApr 27, 2026

Microsoft Unveils Dynamic Background for New Xbox Logo

Microsoft is working on a new Xbox Dynamic Background of the new Xbox logo https://t.co/K5eAl1j3HO

By Tom Warren
Rugged Tablet Packs Power, Storage, and Built‑In Projector
SocialApr 27, 2026

Rugged Tablet Packs Power, Storage, and Built‑In Projector

The Ulefone Armor Pad 5 Ultra is a truly rugged tablet design with plenty of power, memory storage and even a DLP projector. https://t.co/osoAtjhs9Z

By TechRadar
Apple’s CEO Pushes Shift to AI‑driven Intent Ecosystem
SocialApr 27, 2026

Apple’s CEO Pushes Shift to AI‑driven Intent Ecosystem

Apple's new CEO "must transition Apple from the “Glass Slab” to the “Intelligence Grid”, a world where your AirPods see what you see, and your Vision Pro-style glasses whisper the “Intent” you haven’t even spoken yet." https://t.co/k77NCo9Rk8 via @sebastianbarros

By Mike Dano
Mikko Fixes Asus Expertbook Issues for Omarchy 3.6.1
SocialApr 27, 2026

Mikko Fixes Asus Expertbook Issues for Omarchy 3.6.1

Great example of leveling up the commons together. The new Asus Expertbook needed work on display, touchpad, and fingerprint reader. Mikko got it done for Omarchy, so you don't have to. Will be in 3.6.1 dropping shortly.

By David Heinemeier Hansson
Google Gemini Holds Its Own in Photo Editing
SocialApr 27, 2026

Google Gemini Holds Its Own in Photo Editing

I finally put Google Genini to the test if it can perform as good photo edits as me. 😶 https://t.co/d5JkTDwRfd https://t.co/IfrUdXKSmq

By John Velasco
TCL QM6K: Big‑Screen TV at Unbeatable Best Buy Discount
SocialApr 27, 2026

TCL QM6K: Big‑Screen TV at Unbeatable Best Buy Discount

The TCL QM6K is our favorite cheap big screen TV - and it's even cheaper thanks to a massive discount at Best Buy. https://t.co/KfF47umwJz

By TechRadar
Steam Controller Blurs Line Between Console and PC Gaming
SocialApr 27, 2026

Steam Controller Blurs Line Between Console and PC Gaming

I don't know that any device will ever bridge the living room controller/PC mouse and keyboard divide for me but the Steam Controller is worth paying attention to even at its $100 price tag. Here's Kotaku's interview with one of...

By Ethan Gach
Accidental iPhone Do Not Disturb Feels Like Black Mirror
SocialApr 27, 2026

Accidental iPhone Do Not Disturb Feels Like Black Mirror

Just wasted so much time trying to figure out how to turn off the “do not disturb” focus function on my iPhone that I activated by accident, what a fun mini episode of Black Mirror this was.

By Eric Smith
Valve Releases $99 Steam Controller, No Steam Machine
SocialApr 27, 2026

Valve Releases $99 Steam Controller, No Steam Machine

Valve is launching its Steam Controller without the Steam Machine. It'll cost $99 and arrives on May 4th https://t.co/NdzvzIupEb

By Tom Warren
OpenAI May Launch AI‑Driven Phone, Ditching Traditional Apps
SocialApr 27, 2026

OpenAI May Launch AI‑Driven Phone, Ditching Traditional Apps

The race to Jarvis will take some interesting turns. Here's the latest rumor -> OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps "The analyst’s note also suggests that instead of apps, the smartphone could rely on AI agents...

By Glenn Gabe
Comparing Low‑Light Performance: GoPro Mission 1 vs Compet
SocialApr 27, 2026

Comparing Low‑Light Performance: GoPro Mission 1 vs Compet

Looking forward to the release for the GoPro MISSION 1 Series how do you think it will preform in low light vs DJI pocket 4 vs GH5S vs IPhone

By Mikul Wing
QCOM Slams OpenAI Phone Rumors Ahead of Earnings
SocialApr 27, 2026

QCOM Slams OpenAI Phone Rumors Ahead of Earnings

$QCOM ripping on speculation on OpenAI smartphone rumors. Looking forward to any dialogue on the earnings call this week.

By Patrick Moorhead
AI‑driven Sunrise Alarm: Low Lux, Exponential Ramp Works
SocialApr 27, 2026

AI‑driven Sunrise Alarm: Low Lux, Exponential Ramp Works

My AI use case of the day - dawn simulation 🌅 I won't lie, I struggle to get out of bed in the mornings. Someone in a forum I follow mentioned sunrise alarm lamps (like Lumie or Hatch) that gradually brighten before...

By Bill D'Alessandro
Google's Gemini AI Likely to Become “Daily Brief”
SocialApr 27, 2026

Google's Gemini AI Likely to Become “Daily Brief”

Gemini's upcoming daily assistant feature could get a logical new name Moving away from the "Your day" moniker, Google appears to be settling on "Daily brief" for its proactive AI hub. ✅ Details - https://t.co/K4qNdw0PZd https://t.co/XsK3DxrPIF

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
Apple Could Double Device Count to 4.5 Bn in 15 Years
SocialApr 27, 2026

Apple Could Double Device Count to 4.5 Bn in 15 Years

❝If Mr Ternus does “nothing but keep the ship on course”, Apple could almost double its number of devices from 2.5bn globally to 4.5bn over the next 15 years, reckons Horace Dediu... —The Economist https://asymco.com/2026/04/27/the-economist-interview-hints-at-the-future-direction-of-the-company/

By Horace Dediu
RAM Shortage Forces DIY Production, Sparks Consumer Revolt
SocialApr 27, 2026

RAM Shortage Forces DIY Production, Sparks Consumer Revolt

The RAM crisis just got so bad that YouTubers are making it in their sheds — and our only hope now is a consumer rebellion https://www.techradar.com/computing/memory/the-ram-crisis-just-got-so-bad-that-youtubers-are-making-it-in-their-sheds-and-our-only-hope-now-is-a-consumer-rebellion

By Lance Ulanoff
Smart TV vs Media Player: Which Suits Signage?
SocialApr 27, 2026

Smart TV vs Media Player: Which Suits Signage?

Discover the differences between a Smart TV and a dedicated media player for digital signage. https://t.co/qxi3cYU7iX

By TechRadar
Smart Trash Can Automatically Detects and Captures Waste
SocialApr 27, 2026

Smart Trash Can Automatically Detects and Captures Waste

This Smart Trash Can Tracks and Catches Thrown Garbage Automatically by @IamKyros69 #EmergingTech #Innovation #TechForGood #Technology https://t.co/1pg0NtOn3M

By Ron van Loon
Google Messages Bug Wipes Texts, Hits Galaxy A52 Users
SocialApr 27, 2026

Google Messages Bug Wipes Texts, Hits Galaxy A52 Users

Google Messages bug is randomly deleting text history for some, Galaxy A52 users largely affected ✅ Details - https://t.co/VjESobKTZH https://t.co/dPN8YcMmNZ

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
Dedicated Dictation Hardware Needs Better Mics, iOS Tweaks
SocialApr 27, 2026

Dedicated Dictation Hardware Needs Better Mics, iOS Tweaks

It’s the first time I tested out a hardware that’s dedicated to dictation. In my usage, I felt that it needed better mics and also iOS restrictions limitations were a roadblock. I feel as dictation apps are rising, we will...

By Ivan Mehta
Sony Hikes PS5 Prices Across Southeast Asia
SocialApr 27, 2026

Sony Hikes PS5 Prices Across Southeast Asia

Sony announces price increases for the PS5 in Asia Singapore PS5: SGD 849 PS5 Digital: SGD 764 PS5 Pro: SGD 1,167 Malaysia PS5: MYR 2,799 PS5 Digital: MYR 2,499 PS5 Pro: MYR 3,999 Thailand PS5: THB 20,990 PS5 Digital: THB 18,790 PS5 Pro: THB 30,990 Indonesia PS5: IDR 11,399,000 PS5 Digital Edition: IDR 9,999,000 Philippines PS5: PHP...

By The Galox