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Cellular Is Secure, Wi‑Fi Isn’t—Add NordVPN
SocialMay 10, 2026

Cellular Is Secure, Wi‑Fi Isn’t—Add NordVPN

Your Android phone uses a secure connection when you're on cellular, but on Wi-Fi? Nope. That's why a VPN is such a win. Here's how to add @NordVPN to your own Android device with just a few clicks... https://t.co/kN7arxgmEY #android...

By Dave Taylor
Apple’s AI Ads Downgrade From Clever to Condescending
SocialMay 9, 2026

Apple’s AI Ads Downgrade From Clever to Condescending

Even the Apple Intelligence ads that didn’t do vapourware were bad. Apple went from “bicycle for the mind” to “our users are morons” with this one for the office place. https://t.co/ROyHttXRGw

By Trung Phan
OTC Hearing Aids Offer Affordable, Game‑changing Solution
SocialMay 9, 2026

OTC Hearing Aids Offer Affordable, Game‑changing Solution

More hearing aids? Yes, because lots of folks have mild hearing loss, and OTC solutions are affordable and, honestly, game changing. This time I'm looking at the new Techmi FacePro OTC Hearing Aids in this demo and review: https://t.co/W0GUOshnHY #hearing...

By Dave Taylor
Your Phone Nearby Hampers Thinking—Move It Away
SocialMay 9, 2026

Your Phone Nearby Hampers Thinking—Move It Away

The mere presence of your phone can make thinking harder. Put it in another room when your brain needs to do the work. https://t.co/GQsFhVEoMK

By David Epstein
Apple Could Unlock iPhone Value by Acquiring Wispr Flow
SocialMay 9, 2026

Apple Could Unlock iPhone Value by Acquiring Wispr Flow

Apple built this whole buggy Apple Intelligence thing and all they needed to do to make the iPhone infinitely more valuable was acquire Wispr Flow

By Sara Mauskopf
IFi's New Mini DAC Upgrades Phone Audio Dramatically
SocialMay 9, 2026

IFi's New Mini DAC Upgrades Phone Audio Dramatically

iFi's tiny DAC is smaller and lighter than the first generation and delivers an excellent audio upgrade to phones in particular https://t.co/J0SM1W7eaX

By TechRadar
Four Top Soundbars to Elevate Your World Cup
SocialMay 9, 2026

Four Top Soundbars to Elevate Your World Cup

Complete your World Cup experience with an audio upgrade with a new soundbar: here are my four current picks. https://t.co/cqKNsUQrH9

By TechRadar
AI Founder Shows Personal OS for Emails, Content, Groceries
SocialMay 9, 2026

AI Founder Shows Personal OS for Emails, Content, Groceries

My next guest, @moritzkremb, is an AI founder who built a personal OS in Claude Code to help with emails, content, and even buying groceries. He walked me through his full setup including all the folders, tools, skills, and routines pictured...

By Peter Yang
ZimaBoard V2 Boosts CPU, RAM, Keeps Passive Cooling
SocialMay 9, 2026

ZimaBoard V2 Boosts CPU, RAM, Keeps Passive Cooling

Following the original ZimaBoard, version 2 has an improved processor and memory, but the same passively cooled NAS credentials. https://t.co/m8DNLqUpp4

By TechRadar
OnePlus 15R's Giant Battery Outshines Missing Telephoto Lens
SocialMay 9, 2026

OnePlus 15R's Giant Battery Outshines Missing Telephoto Lens

Even with a missing telephoto lens, the OnePlus 15R's massive new battery makes it unbeatable in its category. https://t.co/yKXAPmliFe

By TechRadar
Insta360's New Vlog Camera Features Detachable Remote
SocialMay 9, 2026

Insta360's New Vlog Camera Features Detachable Remote

It looks as though the upcoming vlogging camera from Insta360 will offer a detachable remote control unit. https://t.co/RZCR3W8Oq7

By TechRadar
EU Alexa Lagging Behind, Users Seek Home Assistant LLM
SocialMay 9, 2026

EU Alexa Lagging Behind, Users Seek Home Assistant LLM

My Alexa (in Europe) is so retarded, like literally half the things it doesn't understand or does wrong Like you say "Alexa play casa de bamba" and it starts playing casablanca by a Moroccan rapper? Dafuq? The model is so bad and...

By Pieter Levels
Google Keep May Soon Support Lock‑Screen Note Taking
SocialMay 9, 2026

Google Keep May Soon Support Lock‑Screen Note Taking

There's already a lot to like about Google Keep, and the ability to add notes from the Android lock screen is rumored to be on the way. https://t.co/izYTvE70I4

By TechRadar
Week's Top Tech: Apple AI Payout, New Google Fitbit
SocialMay 9, 2026

Week's Top Tech: Apple AI Payout, New Google Fitbit

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's iPhone AI payout to Google's all-new Fitbit https://www.techradar.com/tech/icymi-the-weeks-7-biggest-tech-stories-from-apples-iphone-ai-payout-to-googles-all-new-fitbit

By Lance Ulanoff
Vacuum System Sends Dirty Clothes Directly to Laundry
SocialMay 9, 2026

Vacuum System Sends Dirty Clothes Directly to Laundry

Laundry Jet: The Vacuum System That Sends Clothes Straight to the Laundry Room by @Khulood_Almani #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/Rj3cJhuRpV

By Ron van Loon
Consider Two Alternatives Before Buying Newegg’s Top Gaming PC
SocialMay 9, 2026

Consider Two Alternatives Before Buying Newegg’s Top Gaming PC

Before you buy Newegg's #1 best-selling gaming PC - consider these two other options. https://t.co/j5uxN64hBy

By TechRadar
Ex‑BYD, Huawei Engineers Launch Compact 32 Km/H Bike‑Electric Kit
SocialMay 9, 2026

Ex‑BYD, Huawei Engineers Launch Compact 32 Km/H Bike‑Electric Kit

Turn Any Bike Electric: Ex-BYD and Huawei Engineers Unveil Compact 32 km/h Drive System via @Rainmaker1973 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/ZxKjyTE4ZE

By Ron van Loon
Bic Camera Limits Switch 2 Sales to Cardholders
SocialMay 9, 2026

Bic Camera Limits Switch 2 Sales to Cardholders

1) Quickly after Nintendo said Switch 2 prices would raise from 50k to 60k yen in Japan in 2 weeks, local retail chain Bic Camera started limiting sales at current prices to buyers paying with a Bic Camera-branded credit card...

By Serkan Toto
1M‑token Context Window Runs On
SocialMay 9, 2026

1M‑token Context Window Runs On

Downloading now... 1M token context window with supposedly usable coding agent capability all on a 128GB Macbook Pro is 🤯 https://t.co/otTL8NZMvV

By Garry Tan
Three AI Buttons Transform My Mac Experience
SocialMay 9, 2026

Three AI Buttons Transform My Mac Experience

I got one of these. Each button has a different set of AI agents. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do. Interesting how adding three buttons to my Mac changes how I use it.

By Robert Scoble
PortalVR Enables SteamVR Gaming Without a Headset
SocialMay 9, 2026

PortalVR Enables SteamVR Gaming Without a Headset

PortalVR Lets You Play SteamVR Games Without Wearing a Headset by @GabRoXR #AR #VirtualReality #AR #AugmentedReality #Gaming https://t.co/590jrtIYYr

By Ron van Loon
Safaricom App Upgrade Ruins Previously Functional Features
SocialMay 9, 2026

Safaricom App Upgrade Ruins Previously Functional Features

This is really really frustrating @SafaricomPLC One of the worst app upgrades I've ever seen. Why would you want to fix something that was working perfectly? https://t.co/tXrKWJLRjY

By Emin K. Mokaya
Why the $400 vSeeBox V6 Plus Isn't Just a Roku
SocialMay 9, 2026

Why the $400 vSeeBox V6 Plus Isn't Just a Roku

This Android set-top box costs $400! Why? Because it ain't just a bigger Roku, as I explain in my review of the vSeeBox V6 Plus Android TV device. It's a grey market device, quite interesting, and probably illegal. Sort of......

By Dave Taylor
TCL QM8L Offers Gemini Hands‑Free Control, Bright Display, Color Compromises
SocialMay 9, 2026

TCL QM8L Offers Gemini Hands‑Free Control, Bright Display, Color Compromises

The TCL QM8L Series is an impressive TV in person with Google Gemini-powered hands-free control and a bright screen. Cinephiles might take issue with its less-than-accurate colors. https://t.co/EcyZB6W8ke

By TechRadar
Tech Overload Drives Me Toward Retro Simplicity
SocialMay 9, 2026

Tech Overload Drives Me Toward Retro Simplicity

I just read about Apple's new updated AirPods with built-in AI cameras on the same day I got my old-skool wired headphones. I'm about to go full 2006. If they don't knock this shit off, I may go full 1996 and...

By Theresa MacPhail, PhD (Dr. Theresa MacPhail)
Gemini's Recommendations Need Built‑in Purchase Links
SocialMay 9, 2026

Gemini's Recommendations Need Built‑in Purchase Links

Gemini really needs click to buy links. Gave Gemini a picture of my face asked for recs for skin care routine. Gave excellent recommendations but had to go search each on Amazon. Would absolutely have just clicked to buy...

By Ben Bajarin
MOKiN 8‑in‑1 USB‑C Hub Simplifies All Connections
SocialMay 8, 2026

MOKiN 8‑in‑1 USB‑C Hub Simplifies All Connections

Running out of ports or want to simplify plugging your notebook into your accessories, from keyboard to monitor? Then you'll really appreciate the MOKiN 8-In-1 USB-C Hub. It even has some secret functions that are pretty slick, as I demonstrate:...

By Dave Taylor
Apple’s ID‑free Discounts: How Abuse Was Prevented?
SocialMay 8, 2026

Apple’s ID‑free Discounts: How Abuse Was Prevented?

I always thought it was so strange that Apple did not require ID before. How was the discount system not abused?

By Carolina Milanesi
Speak Faster than Typing—Use This Free App
SocialMay 8, 2026

Speak Faster than Typing—Use This Free App

You speak 3x faster than you type. So why are you still typing? I just built a free app that fixes this. Forever 👇

By Serhiy Klym
Smart Bed Offers Earthquake Survival Protection
SocialMay 8, 2026

Smart Bed Offers Earthquake Survival Protection

Smart bed designed for safe survival during an earthquake by @Rainmaker1973 #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/2O9nQ91Jmn

By Ron van Loon
Pixel’s AI Lets You Create Post‑apocalypse Photo Effects
SocialMay 8, 2026

Pixel’s AI Lets You Create Post‑apocalypse Photo Effects

With the latest version of Android, Pixel phones have gained some powerful AI photo manipulation tools. If you can find them, that is. Here's a walk-thru of how to "distress" a photo for that post-apocalypse look... https://t.co/PuHVZYeauo #android #gemini #photography...

By Dave Taylor
Change Windows Login Name From Manufacturer to Yours
SocialMay 8, 2026

Change Windows Login Name From Manufacturer to Yours

Ever notice when you go to log in to your Windows PC that the account name is the manufacturer, rather than your own name? And that you can't fix it in "Settings"? No worries, here's how to update that account...

By Dave Taylor
Top-Tier Screen, but only for 6K TV Enthusiasts
SocialMay 8, 2026

Top-Tier Screen, but only for 6K TV Enthusiasts

This might just be the best screen on the market right now — but only if you like having a 6K TV as a monitor. https://t.co/fg4yjVgNjW

By TechRadar
Buy PS6 on Launch to Dodge Future Price Hike
SocialMay 8, 2026

Buy PS6 on Launch to Dodge Future Price Hike

"It's too early for the PS6" Uh, you better buy that PS6 on day 1 so you're not paying $500 extra 1 year later.

By Daniel Ahmad
Console Prices Rise Despite Expected Cost Decline
SocialMay 8, 2026

Console Prices Rise Despite Expected Cost Decline

Sad, but I can't remember another time when the price of electronic goods like consoles, which are supposed to get cheaper to make in volume, went up over time. https://t.co/vfALEuok06

By Dean Takahashi
Switch 2 Hits 19.86M; Mario Kart Leads Sales
SocialMay 8, 2026

Switch 2 Hits 19.86M; Mario Kart Leads Sales

Switch 2 is at 19.86M sold. And top game sales include Mario Kart World at 14.7M, Donkey Kong Bananza at 4.52M, Pokémon Legends Z-A at 3.94M, Pokémon Pokopia at 2.41M, and Kirby Air Riders at 1.87M. https://t.co/7OYx2kKQkz

By Dean Takahashi
Phones Can't Replace AR Glasses; Soon Everyone's Wearing Them
SocialMay 8, 2026

Phones Can't Replace AR Glasses; Soon Everyone's Wearing Them

Why do I say everyone will soon have to wear glasses? Your phone can't do this.

By Robert Scoble
Vocci Ring: The First AI Wearable I Actually Like
SocialMay 8, 2026

Vocci Ring: The First AI Wearable I Actually Like

Vocci Ring may be the first AI wearable I do not hate — it's a ring that records, transcribes, organizes, and mostly stays out of the way https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/vocci-ring-may-be-the-first-ai-wearable-i-do-not-hate-its-a-ring-that-records-transcribes-organizes-and-mostly-stays-out-of-the-way

By Lance Ulanoff
Google Refreshes Snapseed Play Store Listing, Rollout Pending
SocialMay 8, 2026

Google Refreshes Snapseed Play Store Listing, Rollout Pending

Google has updated the Snapseed Play Store listing on Android with new designs. The update isn't available to download yet (should be available this week as per previous reports). https://t.co/22BFUlCpAL

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
My Go-To AI Voice-to-Text App Revealed
SocialMay 8, 2026

My Go-To AI Voice-to-Text App Revealed

Are you using a voice to text app on your phone? There are many to choose from, @usemonologue, @WisprFlow and others. But this one sticks on mine. It's the AI I actually use the most. How about you?

By Robert Scoble
Google Adds Bold Colors, Refines Wallet Passes Redesign
SocialMay 8, 2026

Google Adds Bold Colors, Refines Wallet Passes Redesign

Google's not holding back on the color with Wallet's bold new passes redesign Compared to our first look at this refresh, Google has now added even more color, as well as sorted out some irregular screen elements. ✅ Details and more screenshots...

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
Google Wallet Tests Unified Gmail Receipts and Passes Hub
SocialMay 8, 2026

Google Wallet Tests Unified Gmail Receipts and Passes Hub

Google Wallet is testing a better way to manage your Gmail receipts and passes A page that could bring all your Gmail-sourced passes and receipts together in one place. ✅ Details and more screenshots - https://t.co/ActzCXzByX https://t.co/1bgMBUMGXB

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)
Nintendo Slashed GBA Price Within Months to Boost Adoption
SocialMay 8, 2026

Nintendo Slashed GBA Price Within Months to Boost Adoption

Fun Fact: Nintendo released the Game Boy Advance in the US in June 2001 for $99. In January 2002, seven months later, Nintendo announced it would lower the price of the Game Boy Advance to $79 as a result of...

By Daniel Ahmad
Sivga M260: IPod‑style Earbuds with Bigger Driver
SocialMay 8, 2026

Sivga M260: IPod‑style Earbuds with Bigger Driver

The Sivga M260 look like Apple's iPod earbuds, but with a big driver, premium build and multiple connection options. https://t.co/Bx8lVWoFfm

By TechRadar
Sony Teases New ‘R’ Camera Amid Canon Mystery
SocialMay 8, 2026

Sony Teases New ‘R’ Camera Amid Canon Mystery

Sony has shared a teaser on it YouTube channel of a new 'R' camera – releasing the same week as a mysterious new Canon camera. https://t.co/ImYrufdrxg

By TechRadar
Broken MacBook Threatens Launch with Costly 14‑day Repair
SocialMay 8, 2026

Broken MacBook Threatens Launch with Costly 14‑day Repair

My MacBook Pro fell. Screen = completely shattered 💔💻 Took it to Apple and they said: “$800 repair… and 14 days.” FOURTEEN. DAYS. 😭 Meanwhile our phased rollout product launch is literally next week 😩😩😩 Not today satan.

By Omozara
AI Could Rescue Graphics Costs—Or Flood Games With Slop
SocialMay 8, 2026

AI Could Rescue Graphics Costs—Or Flood Games With Slop

The generous reading of PlayStation's CEO's comments on AI is that the technology will solve gaming's high budget graphics race. The more cynical reading is a future where AI is both the cause of slop and the only way to effectively...

By Ethan Gach
Future Windows 11 Updates May Run Slower, Intentionally
SocialMay 8, 2026

Future Windows 11 Updates May Run Slower, Intentionally

Some Windows 11 updates might be slower in the future — but it's for a good reason. https://t.co/tk4vIhRP72

By TechRadar
Android Photo Picker Gains Camera Shortcut and History Deletion
SocialMay 8, 2026

Android Photo Picker Gains Camera Shortcut and History Deletion

Google is working on a built-in camera shortcut for the Android Photo picker, as spotted in the latest Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 The Photo picker now allows users to delete their search history, and this feature is already live in...

By AssembleDebug (Shiv)