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BObsweep MAXIM: The Ferrari of Robot Vacuums
SocialApr 1, 2026

BObsweep MAXIM: The Ferrari of Robot Vacuums

With its amazing features and capabilities, I'm not exaggerating when I call the @bObsweep MAXIM Robot Vacuum and Mop the "Ferrari of robot vacuum cleaners". Watch my video to see why it finally offers a clean that other devices just...

By Dave Taylor
Head‑mounted iPhones Turn Chores Into Viral Content
SocialApr 1, 2026

Head‑mounted iPhones Turn Chores Into Viral Content

People in Nigeria and India are strapping iPhones onto their heads and recording themselves doing chores.

By MIT Technology Review Threads
Shark Tank's $700K Rejection Became $1B Sale
SocialApr 1, 2026

Shark Tank's $700K Rejection Became $1B Sale

In 2013, Shark Tank rejected this “useless” doorbell. The company asked for $700K investment. The Sharks laughed. But 5 years later, Amazon bought the company for $1B... And Shaq invested $1M of his OWN money into the business. Here's the story...

By Early Startup Days
Claude Code Turns AI Prompts Into Self‑Driving Execution
SocialApr 1, 2026

Claude Code Turns AI Prompts Into Self‑Driving Execution

AI is like a GPS, but Claude Code is like a self-driving car. It doesn't give you a to-do list, it executes the list. You're not the middleman between AI and the tool where the work actually happens anymore. It just does...

By Corey Haines
From 1G to 5G: The Road to 6G
SocialApr 1, 2026

From 1G to 5G: The Road to 6G

Let Mallik Tatipamula and Vint Cerf take you on the journey of our mobile devices from 1G to 5G, and see what's coming with 6G in the near future: https://spectrum.ieee.org/telecom-history-1g-to-6g

By IEEE Spectrum Threads
New App Maps Porta Potties for Runners
SocialApr 1, 2026

New App Maps Porta Potties for Runners

I have discovered an app that maps porta potties and public restrooms. You're welcome, runners 🤣 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/portadash/id6755355109

By Jason Fitzgerald (Strength Running)
Apple TV HD Declared Obsolete Despite Happy Users
SocialApr 1, 2026

Apple TV HD Declared Obsolete Despite Happy Users

The Apple TV HD is now 'obsolete', even though it's working perfectly fine for happy users. https://t.co/qxH0j5LXWu

By TechRadar
Google Hints at Screenless Fitbit on Curry's Instagram
SocialApr 1, 2026

Google Hints at Screenless Fitbit on Curry's Instagram

'I won't spoil it, you'll kind of have to see it for yourself' Google's screenless Fitbit teased on 'performance advisor' Steph Curry's Insta. https://t.co/ENQUYed7SO

By TechRadar
DDR5 16GB Prices May Stabilize by 2026—Stay Skeptical
SocialApr 1, 2026

DDR5 16GB Prices May Stabilize by 2026—Stay Skeptical

Report even hints at 'DDR5 16GB module prices potentially normalizing by end-2026' — but I really wouldn't get carried away with that idea. https://t.co/DCKYexsGpx

By TechRadar
IPhone Boosts Retention, Purchase Intent, and Service Growth
SocialApr 1, 2026

IPhone Boosts Retention, Purchase Intent, and Service Growth

Survey shows iPhone improved retention, purchase intent, growth in services, service pricing, product mix, foldable upside https://asymco.com/2026/03/30/survey-shows-iphone-improved-retention-purchase-intent-growth-in-services-service-pricing-product-mix-foldable-upside/

By Horace Dediu
Rethinking Media: Life Beyond Newspapers and Smartphones
SocialApr 1, 2026

Rethinking Media: Life Beyond Newspapers and Smartphones

The question they should be asking: Is there life after newspapers? Is There Life After Smartphones? https://t.co/LClCxzIAmb

By Jeff Jarvis
Galaxy Book6 Pro Dazzles, but Price Remains Questionable
SocialApr 1, 2026

Galaxy Book6 Pro Dazzles, but Price Remains Questionable

The Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro has a majestic display and design — but does it do enough to justify its high price tag? https://t.co/Y0oEjSM4Ne

By TechRadar
World's Smallest Foldable Smart Golf Cart Unveiled
SocialApr 1, 2026

World's Smallest Foldable Smart Golf Cart Unveiled

KVV Electric: The World’s Smallest Foldable Smart Golf Cart with Remote Control by @DonaldTunp75739 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/HFKwPS1USd

By Ron van Loon
Android Emergency Alerts Add Map for Better Impact Visibility
SocialApr 1, 2026

Android Emergency Alerts Add Map for Better Impact Visibility

Wireless Emergency Alerts on Android now include a map, making it easier to see how affected you are. https://t.co/ekkbBySVoo

By TechRadar
Handcrafted Hoverboard Gives You Real‑Life Hero Vibes
SocialApr 1, 2026

Handcrafted Hoverboard Gives You Real‑Life Hero Vibes

Ride a Handmade Pseudo-Hoverboard and Feel Like a Real-Life Hero via @ZappyZappy7 #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/yZ9PlFdXb4

By Ron van Loon
Fitbit AI Coach Gains Access to Medical Records
SocialApr 1, 2026

Fitbit AI Coach Gains Access to Medical Records

Google is making Fitbit meaningfully more connected to medical data. Its AI coach will be able to take into account not just wearable signals, but also linked medical records — labs, medications, and visit history: https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/fitbit/fitbit-personal-health-coach-updates-2026/ And this is where the story gets...

By Alexander Lebedev, MD, PhD
OpenScreen: Free Open‑Source Tool Replaces $89 ScreenStudio
SocialApr 1, 2026

OpenScreen: Free Open‑Source Tool Replaces $89 ScreenStudio

🚨 You don't need to pay ScreenStudio $89 for premium screen recordings anymore. Someone just open-sourced the entire application for free. It is called OpenScreen. It has 10,900+ GitHub stars. You record your screen, and it automatically transforms your actions into a polished, professional...

By Data Chaz
Scored a Brand‑new Lens Cheap on Woot
SocialApr 1, 2026

Scored a Brand‑new Lens Cheap on Woot

Wow. Short-lived absolute steal on Woot earlier tonight. Lens was new, not used or refurbished.

By Chris Welch
Audiophile-Grade Sound, Budget Price: Dekoni X HiFiMAN Cobalt
SocialApr 1, 2026

Audiophile-Grade Sound, Budget Price: Dekoni X HiFiMAN Cobalt

Audiophile level headphones for much less than you expect? I check out the Dekoni x HiFiMAN Cobalt Closed-Back Headphones and find lots to like. Well, other than the humdrum styling, that is: https://t.co/J7kBkKHwQo #audio #audiophile #headphones @dekoniaudio @hifimanofficial https://t.co/Y3wXgcNuOG

By Dave Taylor
Switch From Edge to Your Preferred Browser Easily
SocialMar 31, 2026

Switch From Edge to Your Preferred Browser Easily

Tired of using Microsoft Edge for your Web browsing adventures? There are lots of cool and specialized alternative Web browsers nowadays, and it's easy to switch your default. Here's how, step-by-step... https://t.co/j2OsbpQAex #chrome #edge #opera #browsers #win11 https://t.co/ZU68iXtbtR

By Dave Taylor
1999 Launch of TiVo Introduced First Commercial DVR
SocialMar 31, 2026

1999 Launch of TiVo Introduced First Commercial DVR

📺 March 31, 1999: The TiVo digital video recorder was released in the U.S. It was the first commercially-sold device that provided television viewers the ability to watch their favorite programs more frequently on their own schedule sans VHS tape...

By Programming Insider
Verify and Enable Windows 11’s OneDrive Backup Feature
SocialMar 31, 2026

Verify and Enable Windows 11’s OneDrive Backup Feature

Windows 11 has a slick, built-in backup feature that utilizes OneDrive cloud storage. But are you using it to save copies of your precious files and photos? Here's how to confirm and, if needed, set things up: https://t.co/O09iBvfCBw #windows #backup...

By Dave Taylor
Samsung Unveils 13‑inch Color E‑paper for Low‑power Signage
SocialMar 31, 2026

Samsung Unveils 13‑inch Color E‑paper for Low‑power Signage

Samsung launches 13-inch color e-paper display using digital ink, enabling low-power signage updates across workplaces, retail and hospitality. https://t.co/3hJ9exkrbH

By TechRadar
Apple’s 50th: Celebrating the 1996 Anniversary Macintosh
SocialMar 31, 2026

Apple’s 50th: Celebrating the 1996 Anniversary Macintosh

Apple turns 50 In my opinion this is the most beautiful computer they ever made, the 1996 20th Anniversary Macintosh https://t.co/mEETde9jSd

By Chris Fralic
Meta Releases Prescription‑ready AI Ray‑Ban Glasses
SocialMar 31, 2026

Meta Releases Prescription‑ready AI Ray‑Ban Glasses

Meta just debuted a duo of new AI glasses styles in its Ray-Ban smart specs lineup, and they’re designed for folks who have prescriptions https://t.co/atVjAJ8Pnc

By TechRadar
Tiny AI Model Now Runs Directly on iPhone
SocialMar 31, 2026

Tiny AI Model Now Runs Directly on iPhone

Small model runs on your iPhone. Pretty well I hear from one of the people who built it.

By Robert Scoble
Nothing to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses Next Year
SocialMar 31, 2026

Nothing to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses Next Year

Devices startup Nothing is working on smart glasses for next year and looking at AI earbuds, joining the chorus of device makers entering the space. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-31/device-startup-nothing-technology-plans-to-release-ai-glasses-next-year?srnd=undefined

By Mark Gurman
Apple's Siri AI Chatbots Face Significant Risk
SocialMar 31, 2026

Apple's Siri AI Chatbots Face Significant Risk

Apple might soon add AI chatbots that run inside Siri, but there could be a lot of risk involved. https://t.co/FIZilnbhUd

By TechRadar
Apple Tests Siri's Multi‑command Capability in iOS 27
SocialMar 31, 2026

Apple Tests Siri's Multi‑command Capability in iOS 27

NEW: Apple is testing the ability for Siri to - finally - be able to handle multiple commands at once in iOS 27. For example, asking for the weather + making a calendar appointment + checking the news in one...

By Mark Gurman
Mute Notifications with Android Digital Wellbeing for Better Sleep
SocialMar 31, 2026

Mute Notifications with Android Digital Wellbeing for Better Sleep

Phone endlessly wanting your attention, whether it's 2:00pm or 2:00am? You can mute the darn thing with "Digital Wellbeing" settings in Android. Here's how to set it up... https://t.co/IVvpbMlBCC #sleep #android #health https://t.co/nFX8KlYOma

By Dave Taylor
AI Glasses Blur You Out of Real-World Video
SocialMar 31, 2026

AI Glasses Blur You Out of Real-World Video

#AI Sunglasses That Can “Erase” You From Real-World Footage by @gigadgets_ #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology #Tech https://t.co/GqQ6ITQZKJ

By Ron van Loon
Whoop's Loyal Users Undermined by Poor Support, Opaque Subscriptions
SocialMar 31, 2026

Whoop's Loyal Users Undermined by Poor Support, Opaque Subscriptions

The loyalty of Whoop’s customer base is pretty incredible. I would love to run a Delight Scale analysis on it but seems that customer support and lack of transparency on subscription terms are the weakest links

By Carolina Milanesi
Nvidia Launches DLSS 4.5 with 6× MFG for RTX 50 Series
SocialMar 31, 2026

Nvidia Launches DLSS 4.5 with 6× MFG for RTX 50 Series

Nvidia is rolling out a DLSS 4.5 update today with new frame generation features. The Nvidia app beta introduces 6x Multi Frame Generation for RTX 50-series GPUs https://t.co/16AqOs7K50

By Tom Warren
Waiting for AirPods Max 2 Shipping Date Updates
SocialMar 31, 2026

Waiting for AirPods Max 2 Shipping Date Updates

Has anyone gotten any shipping updates on the AirPods Max 2's yet? I'm still showing Apr 1-3...

By Hiro (Hiro Report)
Build a No‑Code Mobile App in Hours
SocialMar 31, 2026

Build a No‑Code Mobile App in Hours

Anyone can now build a mobile app in a few hours without knowing how to code. I've been using my personal fitness app below to track my workouts while in China. In my new tutorial, I'll walk you through exactly how to...

By Peter Yang
Langsdom AirWave Max: Good Sound, Notable Flaws
SocialMar 31, 2026

Langsdom AirWave Max: Good Sound, Notable Flaws

There's lots to like about the Langsdom AirWave Max Open Ear Sports Headphones, but there were some significant issues I experienced too, rather disappointingly. Here's the scoop: https://t.co/233vmudphH #headphones #openear #sports https://t.co/JKKkkxbTDl

By Dave Taylor
Galaxy Watch 4 Adds BP Monitoring Amid Hypertension Crisis
SocialMar 31, 2026

Galaxy Watch 4 Adds BP Monitoring Amid Hypertension Crisis

Glad to see blood pressure monitoring rolling out on Galaxy Watch 4 in the US where 1 in 2 adults suffer from high blood pressure and only 1 in 4 is under control for what is known as the silent...

By Carolina Milanesi
AirPods Max: Superior Noise Cancel, But $549 Questionable
SocialMar 31, 2026

AirPods Max: Superior Noise Cancel, But $549 Questionable

I got my hands on Apple’s new AirPods Max before they went on sale — here’s my honest take after testing them on a flight ✈️🎧 The noise cancellation is a big upgrade. But at $549, are they worth it? Full...

By Zach Griff
Apple Intelligence Shines, but Missing From Alexa+ Launch
SocialMar 31, 2026

Apple Intelligence Shines, but Missing From Alexa+ Launch

This is such a great use of Apple Intelligence, I was surprised when it was not included from the get go. One of the most useful features with Alexa+ is being able to set up routines using voice.

By Carolina Milanesi
Apple Intelligence Leaked in China, Launch Delayed by Regulators
SocialMar 31, 2026

Apple Intelligence Leaked in China, Launch Delayed by Regulators

Whoops, but the beta leak reveals hidden rollout -> Apple accidentally launched Apple Intelligence in China, then pulled the feature; Apple does not plan an imminent launch as it lacks regulatory approval https://t.co/M4PsIMAfcf

By Glenn Gabe
Why the Hottest 2026 AI Tool Isn't Ready
SocialMar 31, 2026

Why the Hottest 2026 AI Tool Isn't Ready

I spent 50 hours and $600 on the most hyped AI tool of 2026. Here’s why I’m telling you not to install it yet. A thread 🧵 01/12

By Michael Hyatt
IOS 26.5 Restores Encryption, Paves Way for Maps Ads
SocialMar 31, 2026

IOS 26.5 Restores Encryption, Paves Way for Maps Ads

iOS 26.5 brings back end-to-end encryption when messaging Android users, but it also brings us one step closer to ads in Apple Maps. https://t.co/uhPJbpMa8C

By TechRadar
Vivo X300 Ultra Debuts in China with 400mm Telephoto Lens
SocialMar 31, 2026

Vivo X300 Ultra Debuts in China with 400mm Telephoto Lens

The Vivo X300 Ultra phone has launched in China alongside its 400mm telephoto lens attachment. https://t.co/q7OTR8U1sd

By TechRadar
Smart Trash Can Automatically Tracks and Collects Waste
SocialMar 31, 2026

Smart Trash Can Automatically Tracks and Collects Waste

This Smart Trash Can Tracks and Catches Thrown Garbage Automatically by @IamKyros69 #EmergingTech #Innovation #TechForGood #Technology https://t.co/oJkkVVK9pe

By Ron van Loon
Meta's VR Decline Sparks Developer Trust Crisis
SocialMar 31, 2026

Meta's VR Decline Sparks Developer Trust Crisis

Sad news over in VR. RecRoom was one of the longest-running and most popular on Meta’s VR platform. I haven’t played it for years but spent a lot of time in it. But the question I have after a raft of...

By Robert Scoble
One UI 8.5 Update Removes Custom Fonts on Samsung Devices
SocialMar 31, 2026

One UI 8.5 Update Removes Custom Fonts on Samsung Devices

Samsung Galaxy users lose custom fonts as One UI 8.5 and March update roll out ✅ Details - https://t.co/xr6FBplzkd https://t.co/gZ6Txzwbos

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
DIY Countdown Widget Replaces Pricey App, Works Everywhere
SocialMar 31, 2026

DIY Countdown Widget Replaces Pricey App, Works Everywhere

I was paying an annual subscription for an iPhone app to show a countdown widget for upcoming events. Tonight I decided to give “vibe coding” a try and now I have my own. 😲 And it also *just works* on...

By Matt Richardson
Robotic Arm Enables Smart Cleaner to Pick Up Clutter
SocialMar 31, 2026

Robotic Arm Enables Smart Cleaner to Pick Up Clutter

This Smart Cleaning #Robot Picks Up Clutter and Scrubs Floors with a #Robotic Arm by @XRoboHub #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/kcCM6YUmin

By Ron van Loon
IPhone Gmail App Crashes on Launch, Need Fix
SocialMar 30, 2026

IPhone Gmail App Crashes on Launch, Need Fix

Technical support needed from the fam here - gmail app on iphone keeps shutting down immediately when I try to open it. Tried the usual delete app/reinstall type stuff. Any ideas?

By Bilal Zuberi