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Carrier Launches Voice‑cloning AI for Autonomous Calls
SocialApr 15, 2026

Carrier Launches Voice‑cloning AI for Autonomous Calls

"REALLY, the wireless carrier that operates on T-Mobile's network, today announced a first-of-its-kind technology that allows subscribers to clone their voices and have their phone make and answer calls and take autonomous action on their behalf" https://t.co/FAF7lQNVQx ...really

By Mike Dano
IOS 26.3 Beta Adds New Live Weather Wallpapers
SocialApr 15, 2026

IOS 26.3 Beta Adds New Live Weather Wallpapers

Apple keeps enhancing and expanding the live weather wallpaper and lock screen options in iOS 26. Here are some of the latest options in iOS 26.3 [release candidate beta] and how to try them... https://t.co/iwvpGclM5d #iphone #ios26 #weather https://t.co/5AnPIQD02v

By Dave Taylor
A1Laboratory Introduces Free, Private Voice Transcription Keyboard
SocialApr 15, 2026

A1Laboratory Introduces Free, Private Voice Transcription Keyboard

The @A1Laboratory team is working to add a custom keyboard in @A1Echos for quick voice transcription. Local models, private, free, open-source, and no need to KYC. AI must be free in every way.

By Samson Mow
Microsoft Offers Free 365, Game Pass with Student Laptops
SocialApr 15, 2026

Microsoft Offers Free 365, Game Pass with Student Laptops

Microsoft's response to the MacBook Neo is free Microsoft 365 Premium and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions. A bunch of discounted Windows laptops are going live today for students, with free subscriptions. All the details 👇 https://t.co/rx59ceJBQr

By Tom Warren
Flip 7 FE: Stylish Yet Overpriced for Its Performance
SocialApr 15, 2026

Flip 7 FE: Stylish Yet Overpriced for Its Performance

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE looks the part, but it struggles to justify its price tag in several key areas. https://t.co/dX5UWurn1D

By TechRadar
Apple Execs Hint at Upcoming Spatial Computing Glasses
SocialApr 15, 2026

Apple Execs Hint at Upcoming Spatial Computing Glasses

Two of Apple's biggest execs have talked about the future of spatial computing in a new interview —and it sounds like there's something in those smart glasses rumors. https://t.co/9TDRSphbI3

By TechRadar
Speculating Apple’s Next Device: IPod Photo or Touch
SocialApr 15, 2026

Speculating Apple’s Next Device: IPod Photo or Touch

@gruber iPod Photo? iPod touch? (I don’t think it’ll be called iPhone Fold either, fwiw)

By Chris Welch
Mac‑First AI Strategy Calls for Standalone Gemini
SocialApr 15, 2026

Mac‑First AI Strategy Calls for Standalone Gemini

Mac users are a high-signal audience for AI tools, so a dedicated @GeminiApp here makes sense. @AnthropicAI has been running a Mac-first playbook for the same reason. Early adopters skew Apple, and that's where the feedback loops that actually shape...

By Carolina Milanesi
Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop Now Cheaper on Amazon
SocialApr 15, 2026

Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop Now Cheaper on Amazon

The Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop is a very appealing budget gaming laptop and it just got even cheaper thanks to this Amazon deal. https://t.co/5zB6MHJfp4

By TechRadar
Amazon Slashes Pixel 10 Prices to Record Lows
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Slashes Pixel 10 Prices to Record Lows

Amazon's current discounts on the Pixel 10 series return the devices to the previous record-lows from Black Friday. https://t.co/J3wMXUkO5v

By TechRadar
Anker 737 PowerCore 24K: Fast Charge, Smart Screen
SocialApr 15, 2026

Anker 737 PowerCore 24K: Fast Charge, Smart Screen

Is this the perfect power bank? What do you think? https://t.co/E82UCCsxF2 The battery pack that I’m talking about is the Anker 737 PowerCore 24K and while I really like the functionality of the screen, the max charging speed was important to me....

By The Outdoor Gear Review (Luke)
Amazon Debuts First Art‑Style TV for Design‑Focused Homes
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Debuts First Art‑Style TV for Design‑Focused Homes

Amazon is about to ship its first art-style TV, the latest entrant in a flourishing category for people who care more about style than picture quality — and refuse to put a boring black rectangle on their wall. I spoke with...

By Chris Welch
FCC Exempts Netgear, Permitting Foreign-Made Router Sales
SocialApr 15, 2026

FCC Exempts Netgear, Permitting Foreign-Made Router Sales

"The FCC says it will exempt Netgear, allowing it to sell new Wi-Fi routers and mesh models to consumers, even though they’re manufactured outside the US." via @Michael_Kan Netgear has about 9.6% of the US market, according to @Speedtest https://t.co/UBgJUHkCIu

By Mike Dano
Turn Off Unwanted AI Summaries in Evernote
SocialApr 15, 2026

Turn Off Unwanted AI Summaries in Evernote

Same with Evernote. You used to be able to search for a word in your notes and it would work like anything else. Now you need to wait for AI to generate a useless summary you didn't ask for. Thankfully,...

By Michael Fisher (MrMobile)
PC Shipments up 4% as Firms Stockpile Before Price Hikes
SocialApr 15, 2026

PC Shipments up 4% as Firms Stockpile Before Price Hikes

PC shipments rose 4%, but companies are probably just stockpiling ahead of even more projected price hikes. https://t.co/r9w45F9iTb

By TechRadar
Old Kindles Losing Store Access and File Support
SocialApr 15, 2026

Old Kindles Losing Store Access and File Support

Not only will old Kindles soon lose access to Amazon's ebook store, it will also become harder to send files to them. https://t.co/txYy8Hnji0

By TechRadar
Amazon Rebrands Fire TV as Ember, Debuts Artline Rival
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Rebrands Fire TV as Ember, Debuts Artline Rival

Amazon's Fire TVs are being re-named to Ember TVs, and we saw the new Samsung Frame rival Amazon Ember Artline in action https://t.co/4eUlSocJBR

By TechRadar
SoundPeats Air6 HS Refine AirPods 4’s Tip‑less Design
SocialApr 15, 2026

SoundPeats Air6 HS Refine AirPods 4’s Tip‑less Design

The new SoundPeats Air6 HS take the tip-less build of the AirPods 4 and make some improvements. https://t.co/3BnPRHVW6x

By TechRadar
Score a Ultra‑cheap MacBook Air M5 at Best Buy
SocialApr 15, 2026

Score a Ultra‑cheap MacBook Air M5 at Best Buy

Here's how to get your hands on a very, very cheap new MacBook Air M5 model at Best Buy. https://t.co/uRNsPrLIEi

By TechRadar
Amazon Revamps Fire TV UI, Launches Slimmer HD Stick
SocialApr 15, 2026

Amazon Revamps Fire TV UI, Launches Slimmer HD Stick

Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV interface for 2026 with new organisation and new streaming channels. Plus, it's bringing out a new, slimmer Fire TV HD Stick. https://t.co/HyZVm7w9gh

By TechRadar
Starbucks Beta App in ChatGPT Eases Drink Discovery
SocialApr 15, 2026

Starbucks Beta App in ChatGPT Eases Drink Discovery

This is pretty slick and helpful but 1) nobody knows it's available as an app, and 2) you have to summon it within ChatGPT. Again, the friction is too much. But again, once using it, it's pretty slick and helpful...

By Glenn Gabe
Nintendo Switch 2 Shines; Rare Asian Business Model
SocialApr 15, 2026

Nintendo Switch 2 Shines; Rare Asian Business Model

The Nintendo Switch 2 is such a good console. We don’t have many businesses like this in Asia. https://t.co/mwhI50a8ev

By Michael Fritzell
Google Play Services May Drain Samsung Galaxy Watch Batteries
SocialApr 15, 2026

Google Play Services May Drain Samsung Galaxy Watch Batteries

There's a problem with certain Samsung Galaxy Watch models and battery life, and Google Play Services could be to blame. https://t.co/99QR2F2Blq

By TechRadar
Replacing Nikon Z6III Battery Door Requires Full Back Removal
SocialApr 15, 2026

Replacing Nikon Z6III Battery Door Requires Full Back Removal

Kinda wild that to replace this battery door on my Nikon Z6III (see the torn leatherette), I have to remove the entire back panel of the camera. 🥴 Got the right part from Alibaba. Would you DIY this or have...

By Chris Welch
Google's New Desktop App Makes AI Mode Default
SocialApr 15, 2026

Google's New Desktop App Makes AI Mode Default

AI Mode is the default there -> Google released a Windows desktop app yesterday. It defaults to AI Mode. Yes, we are already at a point where AI Mode is the default (for some search products). :) https://t.co/IdgaUpIN5M

By Glenn Gabe
Smart Glasses Expose AI's Limits and Social Challenges
SocialApr 15, 2026

Smart Glasses Expose AI's Limits and Social Challenges

AI is even finding its way into how we see the world. Smart glasses promise constant assistance and context, but they also raise questions about usefulness, social acceptance and how much technology we really want in our daily lives. Not every AI...

By Spiros Margaris
Apple Beats Delivery Promise, Arrives in One Week
SocialApr 15, 2026

Apple Beats Delivery Promise, Arrives in One Week

Very positive experience with Apple. Ordered a new MacBook. Said it would take 4 weeks. Arrived within 7 days.

By Kevin Indig
Huawei MateBook 14 Boasts Surprisingly Fun Keyboard Design
SocialApr 15, 2026

Huawei MateBook 14 Boasts Surprisingly Fun Keyboard Design

The new Huawei MateBook 14 has the most fun keyboard design I've seen on a laptop Looks amazing

By The Galox
OtterBox Wellness Wonders Case Excels for Summer Adventures
SocialApr 15, 2026

OtterBox Wellness Wonders Case Excels for Summer Adventures

Need a new summer phone case for your outdoor adventures? I have to admit, I'm enjoying the "Wellness Wonders" case and strap combo from OtterBox more than I expected. It's a perfect fit with my iPhone 17 Pro too: #otterbox...

By Dave Taylor
Cleer ARC 5: Open‑Ear Headphones Impress Even Jaded Reviewers
SocialApr 15, 2026

Cleer ARC 5: Open‑Ear Headphones Impress Even Jaded Reviewers

Even a jaded tech reviewer knows when he's got a great piece of tech, and that's just what I enjoyed with my evaluation and review of the Cleer Audio ARC 5 Open Ear Headphones. Here's the full scoop: https://t.co/nXaspECDBA #audio...

By Dave Taylor
Program MyQ Garage Door to Auto‑close Nightly for Security
SocialApr 14, 2026

Program MyQ Garage Door to Auto‑close Nightly for Security

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/QPxiWALfmJ #smarthome #security @Chamberlain https://t.co/iSXCqyyne1

By Dave Taylor
DLSS 4.5 Pushes RTX 5070 to 270
SocialApr 14, 2026

DLSS 4.5 Pushes RTX 5070 to 270

DLSS 4.5 made my RTX 5070 hit 270fps in Cyberpunk at 4K – but is this free update too good to be true? https://t.co/wZ4mTHLfna

By TechRadar
AI-Powered Lamp Behaves Like a Living Pet
SocialApr 14, 2026

AI-Powered Lamp Behaves Like a Living Pet

This Smart Lamp Feels Alive—Meet the #AI Pet Light by @heliumrobotics #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/7tqKKUuZnv

By Ron van Loon
Sol Reader Shuts Down After Life‑Changing Success
SocialApr 14, 2026

Sol Reader Shuts Down After Life‑Changing Success

Earlier this year, @bchelf and I made the difficult decision to wind down @solreader, the next-gen e-reader company we founded. I couldn’t be prouder of what we built. The product completely sold out, lots of people have said that it...

By Trae Stephens
OPPO Find X9 Ultra Unveils Hasselblad 200MP True‑
SocialApr 14, 2026

OPPO Find X9 Ultra Unveils Hasselblad 200MP True‑

OPPO Find X9 Ultra 😍 Hasselblad 200MP Ultra-Sensing Main Camera Hasselblad 200MP 3x Super Portrait Telephoto Hasselblad 50MP 10× Optical Telephoto 50MP Ultra Wide Camera The New Generation True Color Camera

By SuperSaf (Safwan Ahmedmia)
Claude Mac App Gets Sleek Upgrade; ChatGPT Stagnates
SocialApr 14, 2026

Claude Mac App Gets Sleek Upgrade; ChatGPT Stagnates

claude mac app just got a lot slicker and cleaner chatgpt mac app hasn't changed in god knows how long

By Nathan Benaich
Weight‑Shift‑Powered Electric Skates Conquer Any Terrain
SocialApr 14, 2026

Weight‑Shift‑Powered Electric Skates Conquer Any Terrain

Glide Anywhere: All-Terrain Electric Inline Skates Controlled by Body-Weight Shifts via @ZappyZappy7 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Engineering #Technology https://t.co/SWggBoMuxI

By Ron van Loon
First Look: Unreleased Rollable Smartphone in Action
SocialApr 14, 2026

First Look: Unreleased Rollable Smartphone in Action

I got my hands on an unreleased ROLLABLE smartphone and made a video about it: https://youtu.be/5aS-8QCRdGE

By Marques Brownlee (MKBHD)
Seven Must‑Grab Laptop Deals in Best Buy’s Upgrade Sale
SocialApr 14, 2026

Seven Must‑Grab Laptop Deals in Best Buy’s Upgrade Sale

The Best Buy Ultimate Upgrade sale features some excellent laptop deals this week, so I've picked out seven of the top offers that I'd recommend buying. https://t.co/uylmBgRqpQ

By TechRadar
Dyson PencilWash: Easy Cleaning, but Pricey
SocialApr 14, 2026

Dyson PencilWash: Easy Cleaning, but Pricey

The Dyson PencilWash couldn't be easier to use, and makes light work of wet and dry dirt, but only if your wallet can stand it. https://t.co/MaZStYcSVW

By TechRadar
Lightweight Cordless Vacuums Defy the Weight Trend
SocialApr 14, 2026

Lightweight Cordless Vacuums Defy the Weight Trend

Modern cordless vacuums are getting ever heavier, but these models buck the trend by keeping things light without sacrificing cleaning power. https://t.co/MhT9BQXXg0

By TechRadar
Roborock Upgrades Beloved Model with Smart New Features
SocialApr 14, 2026

Roborock Upgrades Beloved Model with Smart New Features

Roborock has taken all the things that were great about this model's predecessor and sprinkled some nifty extra features on top. https://t.co/ogsXnmd7qA

By TechRadar
Easily Bulk Transfer Android Photos to Windows via Photos
SocialApr 14, 2026

Easily Bulk Transfer Android Photos to Windows via 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/c0TQfNaPbh

By Dave Taylor
Whoop Joins Medicare via CMS ACCESS Program
SocialApr 14, 2026

Whoop Joins Medicare via CMS ACCESS Program

WHOOP 🤝 MEDICARE This week marks a defining moment for @whoop - and a major leap forward for Medicare with eligible individuals now able to receive Whoop as part of their care. Our affiliated healthcare provider, Whoop Physician Services, PC, has been...

By Will Ahmed
Phones Claim American Design, Not American-Made
SocialApr 14, 2026

Phones Claim American Design, Not American-Made

The phone is no longer American-made. Now, it is "designed with American values in mind," an "American-proud design" and "shaped by American innovation." https://t.co/9oevyEMOqo via @CNET

By Mike Dano
Artemis II’s 400GB Card Now Available to Earth Photographers
SocialApr 14, 2026

Artemis II’s 400GB Card Now Available to Earth Photographers

The same 400GB memory card used to store Artemis II Moon photos is now available to photographers on Earth. https://t.co/V9Jl07YEvb

By TechRadar
IOS Focus Mode: More Frustrating Than Helpful
SocialApr 14, 2026

IOS Focus Mode: More Frustrating Than Helpful

Is it just me or are the do not disturb/focus mode options on iOS completely unusable?

By Jack Butcher
Samsung Halves Snapdragon, Revives Exynos for S27
SocialApr 14, 2026

Samsung Halves Snapdragon, Revives Exynos for S27

Last year Samsung lost $3 Billion by going Snapdragon exclusive on the Galaxy S series For 2027, they're not making that mistake again Allegedly, 50% of Galaxy S27 models will be powered by the Exynos 2700

By The Galox
4K Headsets Now Capture Biometric Data and Cognitive Load
SocialApr 14, 2026

4K Headsets Now Capture Biometric Data and Cognitive Load

Cool demo with Finnish AR/VR company @varjodotcom at #ITEC which has partnered with Irish company VRAI to bring their biometric data capture/analysis to 4K headsets. Cognitive load, eye tracking can now be measured. #avgeek https://t.co/hdHCLnbgvH

By Tim Robinson