
YouTubers Can Block Gemini AI Training via Settings
Are you a YouTuber? Did you know that you are in control of whether AI (read "Gemini") is training on your content? It's in Creator Studio > Settings... @youtube #youtube #creators #ai https://t.co/sTe8mcXt2D

Android Calculator Hides Powerful Features Beyond Basics
Think that the @Android "Calculator" app is just a basic four-function problem solver? Look again, it has all sorts of powerful features that are just a tap away, at least if you know where to tap... https://t.co/0JThhaNyPU #android #calculator https://t.co/eF22chJuyW

GetD GSPro Glasses: Just Mic and App, Not 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...

ChatGPT Goes Hands-Free on Apple CarPlay
With the release of iOS 26.4, ChatGPT is a full player in the Apple CarPlay universe. This means you can now chat with your AI while driving, completely hands-free. It's easy and, honestly, pretty darn cool... https://t.co/GXsyhSfQoA #genai #chatgpt #carplay...

Secure Telegram: Update Weak Default Settings Now
Whether you're an old hand or just jumping into Telegram, it's important to set up your privacy and security settings, because the defaults just ain't that good. Here's what to update: https://t.co/hFFAXUo8ox #telegram #privacy #security @telegram https://t.co/tduEu7WOa2

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/WGas8NxOoZ #kindle #kindleos @AmazonKindle https://t.co/v1hW0kjQbD

Boost LinkedIn Engagement with AI-Generated Posts
Trying to get more involved with the @LinkedIn community, but are finding that your posts don't get engagement? Use AI to make 'em more engaging. Here's how to give it a try: https://t.co/y53idal1Jb #linkedin #chatgpt #ai #socialmedia https://t.co/zzORlK62Gt

B‑movie “Deep Water” Serves Absurd Shark Mayhem
A plane full of one-dimensional characters crashes into the ocean, just to meet a school of weirdly smart and bloodthirsty sharks in the B-movie action film "Deep Water". Here's my toothy review: https://t.co/zPDJtC7MMN #film #movies #sharks https://t.co/1cwQHjRTiA

Portable MSI EZgo Charger Delivers Reliable On‑the‑Go Power
Got an EV and dreamed of having a smart charger at your home or office? How about one for while you're on the road? The @MSIusa EZgo Portable J1772/NACS EV Charger neatly fits the bill, as I ascertained when I...

Bulk Transfer Android Photos 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/bubK1VnWZT

Magnetic Privacy Filter Shields MacBook From Shoulder Surfers
Tired of shoulder surfers seeing everything on your MacBook screen when working in public? Then you'll want to learn all about the Afterplug Magnetic Privacy Filter Screen, which I demo and test in my latest review video: https://t.co/dVTvZyGDMc #privacy #macbook...

ChromeOS Adds Device-Specific Passwords for Easier Login
Finally, Chromebook users can set up a device-specific password to simplify logging in! If you hate PINs and don't want to use your Google password, this is a fantastic quality-of-life ChromeOS upgrade. Here's how to set it up: https://t.co/BSMMAzxde3 #chromebook...

Prius Nightshade Prioritizes Style Over Practicality
There's a lot to like about the 2026 @Toyota Prius PHEV Nightshade, but there are also a lot of issues I bumped into during a week of driving. Has design finally overtaken function with this iconic Toyota vehicle? Maybe so......

GetD GSPro’s “AI” Label Falls Short
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...

Saramonic Air SE Delivers Football‑Field Range Wireless Audio
Saramonic Air SE wireless microphone review, including tests and audio demo. This compact wireless lav mic system keeps a strong connection at distances beyond the length of a football field, giving vloggers tons of flexibility. My review: https://t.co/9xHsO8Xw7a #microphone https://t.co/LGrj3Xvmlq

Master iPad Pencil Gestures: Simple Step‑by‑Step Guide
An Apple iPad pairs beautifully with an Apple Pencil, but the gestures to paste, scribble, and annotate images are surprisingly unintuitive. No worries, I gotcha covered. Here's how to do it all, step-by-step: https://t.co/A7HWnNAQSt #ipad #applepencil https://t.co/Ypw1PJv0hf

Yellow Taskbar Triangle Signals Needed Security Action
Noticed that one of the icons on your Taskbar has a yellow triangle? Not to worry, it means it needs you to click and fix something, like Windows Security. Here's the scoop: https://t.co/5zRszmz8n0 #windows #taskbar #security https://t.co/yVHSL8svto

Thin, Light GeekBook X14 Pro Impresses with 32GB RAM
Sick of your boat anchor? I put a shockingly thin and light GEEKOM GeekBook X14 Pro Windows 11 Pro Laptop through its paces, and I'm not going to lie, I was impressed. Did I mention 32GB of RAM and 2TB...

ChatGPT Now Hands‑free on Apple CarPlay via iOS 26.4
With the release of iOS 26.4, ChatGPT is a full player in the Apple CarPlay universe. This means you can now chat with your AI while driving, completely hands-free. It's easy and, honestly, pretty darn cool... https://t.co/GXsyhSfQoA #genai #chatgpt #carplay...

New GMC EV OS Makes Phone Unpairing Hard
That shiny new 2026 @GMC Hummer EV, and every 2027 GMC EV, has its own, new infotainment OS. Everything's changed. Deleting an already paired phone? Not so easy. Here's how to do it, just for the record: https://t.co/3sDS8631E1 #cars #auto...

Swapped Earbuds Deliver Better Sound on Unique Melody
It's inexplicable but true: The Unique Melody UXUE Hybrid Dynamic Hi-Fi Earbuds sound better when I switch ears so that the L goes in my right ear, and the R goes in my left. Here's how that works out in...

Mute Phone Alerts with Android Digital Wellbeing
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/IVvpbMl3N4 #sleep #android #health https://t.co/u7cWT4rFqx

Kindle's New Default Tap-to-Turn Setting 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/WGas8NxOoZ #kindle #kindleos @AmazonKindle https://t.co/4j42TWq9lO

Klarus XT11GT Pro: Ultra‑Bright EDC Flashlight for Emergencies
No kidding, the Klarus XT11GT Pro 3300 Lumens Tactical Flashlight is *crazy bright*. And it's a great everyday carry or flashlight to tuck into your car's glove compartment for emergencies. Here's my demo and review: https://t.co/GUZtmNg1Zg #flashlight #klarus #edc https://t.co/2AAH4lMUvH

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...

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...

2026 GMC Terrain AT4: Slightly Better, Still Bland
The 2026 @GMC Terrain AT4 is an improvement over older models, but it still proves rather humdrum when you're behind the wheel. My detailed review explores the good and the not-so-good of this Compact SUV: https://t.co/uPYvAak3A0 #cars #auto #suv #gmc...

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......

Upgrade Telegram's Weak Defaults: Essential Privacy Settings
Whether you're an old hand or just jumping into Telegram, it's important to set up your privacy and security settings, because the defaults just ain't that good. Here's what to update: https://t.co/hFFAXUo8ox #telegram #privacy #security @telegram https://t.co/5M0G6Y3SDx

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:...

2026 Pacifica Shines Yet Stumbles on Stale Design
As a former Chrysler minivan owner, it was fun to have a week with the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica LTD S, enough time to remember what's great about the design and, candidly, what's tired and boring... https://t.co/LIIRdih9nD #cars #auto #minivans @chrysler...

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...

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...

AI Removes Unwanted Elements From Vintage Photos Using Copilot
Did you know that AI can help you get rid of unwanted elements in old photos? Then you can try to improve on things, as I demonstrate to amusing effect with Microsoft Copilot and a vintage 70s photo... https://t.co/of8ByS8Qxr #photos...

Boost LinkedIn Engagement with AI-Powered Posts
Trying to get more involved with the @LinkedIn community, but are finding that your posts don't get engagement? Use AI to make 'em more engaging. Here's how to give it a try: https://t.co/y53idal1Jb #linkedin #chatgpt #ai #socialmedia https://t.co/wu3iA3BOjJ

Adjust WhatsApp Settings for Better Privacy Abroad
WhatsApp is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family traveling abroad, but you do want to make a few changes in @WhatssApp for maximum privacy and security. Here's the rundown: https://t.co/pBNbgmlbVR #whatsapp #privacy #security https://t.co/JyZg1OaWpa

Explore X’s Regional Trending Tweets Feature
Didja know that X (née Twitter) has an area where you can see the most popular tweets by region or language? It's fascinating stuff to explore, as I demonstrate in this tutorial: https://t.co/8o4AIegPOv #x #twitter @X @twitter https://t.co/rDIVghlPna

Enable Windows 11’s OneDrive Backup in Minutes
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...

Google Personalization Pushes Live Sports to iPhone Lockscreen
Are you seeing live sports match updates on your iPhone lockscreen? Blame Google's search personalization. Here's the scoop (and how to turn it off if you don't want any spoilers): https://t.co/ogGXkedJAL #sports #iphone #google #updates https://t.co/YWr8A18ZOF

Bulk Import Android Media to Windows with 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/71a9D17SaE #windows #android #samsung #photos #photography https://t.co/ZZXdMXNutP

Set Up Android Backups Before Data Loss Happens
Is your Android device set up properly to back up all of your precious data? How about your photos and videos? Here's a primer on how to get it all configured correctly before it becomes a crisis: https://t.co/0SKNFevisk #android #backups...

Portable MSI EZgo Charger Delivers Reliable On‑the‑Go Power
Got an EV and dreamed of having a smart charger at your home or office? How about one for while you're on the road? The @MSIusa EZgo Portable J1772/NACS EV Charger neatly fits the bill, as I ascertained when I...

2026 Ram 1500 Marries Tech, Comfort with Utility
The Ram 1500 has a long history as a utility truck, but recent generations have emphasized both tech and comfort. Here's my experience after a week behind the wheel of the 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab... https://t.co/cYl9Jz1lqp #trucks #ram1500...

Palm‑Sized Ryzen 5 Mini PC Delivers Full‑Size Performance
The PELADN WO4 AMD Ryzen 5 Mini PC is an amazing little device: It'll fit in the palm of your hand, but offers impressive performance and Windows 11 Pro. I got my hands on one and ran it through...

Fix Google Meet Camera Errors on Windows
Trying to join Google Meet, and it complains that your camera doesn't work or that it doesn't have access? Here are some basic ways to debug the problem on a Windows PC... https://t.co/Et6yQGfQci #googlemeet #zoom #webcam https://t.co/Qq27tDXsIc

Hardware-Encrypted USB Drive Secures Data Across Mac and Windows
Ever lost a USB drive with important data? That's why the Kingston IronKey Locker+ 50 G2 Encrypted USB Drive is so amazing: It has hardware encryption and is Mac & Windows compatible. Here's my detailed demo and review: https://t.co/idyrwob9KH #privacy...

How to Remove Unnecessary AI Watermarks From Images
While it's good to be able to differentiate AI-created photographs from real photos, there are many images that don't need the AI mark. Here's how to remove it, as needed, and how it all works behind the scenes: https://t.co/m8yBJd6f5V #ai...

Nearity 360 Alien Camera Revolutionizes Multi‑Person Video Calls
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/NL1YWMlGmn #zoom #meet...

Google Gemini's Lyria Generates Full Songs, Not Just Lyrics
Creating song lyrics with AI is so 2025. Now you can compose entire songs using the Lyria model in Google Gemini. It's pretty darn astonishing. Here's how it works, with sample tracks in a variety of styles: https://t.co/7pNLIXLd7b #gemini #lyria...

Master LinkedIn’s New Ultra‑Casual Game ‘Patches’
The newest game to join the ultra-casual games lineup at @LinkedIn is "Patches". Here's how to play Patches, and some simple tactics to help solve every puzzle: https://t.co/Vw2wAUKqdJ #games #puzzles #linkedin https://t.co/jklx27BTgh