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Controlled Disorder Enables Compact, Multifunctional Optical Metasurfaces
SocialApr 18, 2026

Controlled Disorder Enables Compact, Multifunctional Optical Metasurfaces

A mosaic metasurface design integrates eleven optical functions, claiming that controlled disorder can enhance performance and reduce space requirements in optical systems. https://t.co/1Gk4xSS7s1

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Award-Winning Photographer Reveals Gear Boosting Masai Mara Conservation
SocialApr 18, 2026

Award-Winning Photographer Reveals Gear Boosting Masai Mara Conservation

Sony World Photography Award 2026's Wildlife category winner shares his setup for capturing unique photos of the animals in Masai Mara, Kenya, helping the park https://t.co/WH0RGtEfGH

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AI-Powered Computer Vision Scales Wildlife Monitoring at Wind Farms
SocialApr 18, 2026

AI-Powered Computer Vision Scales Wildlife Monitoring at Wind Farms

Spoor outlines its vision for AI-based biodiversity monitoring, using computer vision to scale wildlife tracking across wind energy sites. https://t.co/kVqY7yUOqm

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Ultraviolet Breakthrough Sharpens Lasers for Nuclear Clocks, Autonomous Navigation
SocialApr 18, 2026

Ultraviolet Breakthrough Sharpens Lasers for Nuclear Clocks, Autonomous Navigation

A new ultraviolet breakthrough improves laser precision, advancing nuclear clock research and opening possibilities for autonomous navigation in space and underwater environments. https://t.co/2B5ZM642CT

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AI‑Powered Vacuum Uses Cameras to Optimize Home Cleaning
SocialApr 18, 2026

AI‑Powered Vacuum Uses Cameras to Optimize Home Cleaning

Narwal’s 2026 flagship robot vacuum is outfitted with video cameras and super smart AI cleaning technology to work out the best way to tackle your home. https://t.co/nv0bxsx9Dr

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DJI's New Compact Vlogger Adds Battery, Memory, 240fps 4K
SocialApr 18, 2026

DJI's New Compact Vlogger Adds Battery, Memory, 240fps 4K

DJI's latest compact vlogging camera improves on its already capable predecessor with better battery life, built-in memory, new accessories, professional color profiles and 4K video now up to 240fps. https://t.co/7gVsVMjGoC

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Artemis II Laser Links Offer Faster Data, yet Limited
SocialApr 18, 2026

Artemis II Laser Links Offer Faster Data, yet Limited

Laser communication systems on Artemis II promise extreme data speeds compared to Apollo era radios, but still face environmental limitations. https://t.co/2Bb9dJrNrh

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AI Can Plan Weddings, but Lacks Personal Emotional Intuition
SocialApr 18, 2026

AI Can Plan Weddings, but Lacks Personal Emotional Intuition

I just used AI to help plan my wedding — and there’s one important thing ChatGPT still can’t do. https://t.co/jnZt7BxjdG

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WordPress Plugin Flaw Lets Attackers Bypass Login, Seize Admin Control
SocialApr 18, 2026

WordPress Plugin Flaw Lets Attackers Bypass Login, Seize Admin Control

A critical WordPress plugin flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication and gain full administrative control, exposing websites to data theft and malware attacks. https://t.co/lNfDVZAz0K

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Autonomous 2‑ton Drone Delivers Fresh Tea Across Mountains
SocialApr 18, 2026

Autonomous 2‑ton Drone Delivers Fresh Tea Across Mountains

Massive 2-ton autonomous cargo drone flies 75 miles across mountains carrying fresh tea without an onboard pilot. https://t.co/NTQJ8aUMpX

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Dead as Disco Poised to Become Instant Hit
SocialApr 18, 2026

Dead as Disco Poised to Become Instant Hit

Dead as Disco is an incredibly promising beat 'em up game, and after 20 hours of playtime in the demo, I'm convinced it'll be an instant hit. https://t.co/M1fKuxWHrV

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Compact Triple‑Monitor Setup for Small Desks
SocialApr 18, 2026

Compact Triple‑Monitor Setup for Small Desks

Stuck for desk space but still want a triple monitor solution? I think I’ve found the solution https://t.co/37Fl4IscZ1

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DJI Avata 360 vs Antigravity A1: Which Wins?
SocialApr 18, 2026

DJI Avata 360 vs Antigravity A1: Which Wins?

There are now two 360 drones available to buy, but is the DJI Avata 360 or the Antigravity A1 the better of these flying panoramic cameras? https://t.co/VMAcUgrNtl

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Sony Inzone H6 Air Redefines Open‑Back Gaming Audio
SocialApr 18, 2026

Sony Inzone H6 Air Redefines Open‑Back Gaming Audio

The Sony Inzone H6 Air sets a new standard for open-back gaming audio with its pristine sound and premium design. https://t.co/qgO3JDHrwS

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Galaxy S26 Introduces AI-Powered Background Noise Reduction
SocialApr 18, 2026

Galaxy S26 Introduces AI-Powered Background Noise Reduction

If you've got a new Galaxy S26 phone, then you've got access to an AI-powered tool for lowering background noise. https://t.co/HWNGgoh1dH

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AI Boosts Demand for Designers, Not Replaces Them
SocialApr 18, 2026

AI Boosts Demand for Designers, Not Replaces Them

AI won't replace designers, but instead increase demand for creative expertise as more people gain access to design tools. https://t.co/lCXVMjMT57

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One Month Without Reddit & YouTube Boosted My Focus
SocialApr 18, 2026

One Month Without Reddit & YouTube Boosted My Focus

Here's what I learnt after trying to kick Reddit and YouTube cold turkey for a month. https://t.co/gsgyxnkZWX

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Shokz OpenFit Pro: Best Sports Open Earbuds Yet
SocialApr 18, 2026

Shokz OpenFit Pro: Best Sports Open Earbuds Yet

As sports-specific open earbuds go, the Shokz OpenFit Pro are as good as it gets and their feature set means you'll nearly ditch anything else... https://t.co/1ysJQFtmCl

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China's Geosynchronous Satellites Threaten Naval Stealth Worldwide
SocialApr 17, 2026

China's Geosynchronous Satellites Threaten Naval Stealth Worldwide

China demonstrates geosynchronous satellite ship tracking, raising concerns about persistent global surveillance and reduced concealment for naval operations in contested waters. https://t.co/3nDuLjY9kC

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Dual-Agent AI Cracks 2014 Algebra Conjecture in 80 Hours
SocialApr 17, 2026

Dual-Agent AI Cracks 2014 Algebra Conjecture in 80 Hours

Peking University's dual agent AI solved Anderson's 2014 algebra conjecture in 80 hours with no human intervention and full verification. https://t.co/e5W8R9iD2O

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Orion’s Eight‑Processor Redundancy Ensures Deep‑Space Reliability
SocialApr 17, 2026

Orion’s Eight‑Processor Redundancy Ensures Deep‑Space Reliability

NASA’s Orion spacecraft uses eight synchronized processors and layered redundancy to maintain operations in deep space, where hardware failures cannot be repaired. https://t.co/QIO7Hkg8qA

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AI Threatens Facial Recognition; New “Proof of Human” Launched
SocialApr 17, 2026

AI Threatens Facial Recognition; New “Proof of Human” Launched

A Sam Altman-backed firm warns AI could soon break facial recognition, as it rolls out a new “proof of human” system to restore trust online. https://t.co/Bd143SKIN1

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Six‑bay AI‑enhanced NAS Packs PC‑level Specs
SocialApr 17, 2026

Six‑bay AI‑enhanced NAS Packs PC‑level Specs

Powerful six-bay AI enhanced NAS featuring specifications that you’d usually see in a PC. https://t.co/41XXeO1evz

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Wireless Cassette Player Revives Tapes Without Headphone Cords
SocialApr 17, 2026

Wireless Cassette Player Revives Tapes Without Headphone Cords

The Maxell Wireless Cassette Player is a nifty blend of old and new, bringing your old tapes to your ears without the need for a wired pair of headphones. https://t.co/bxxWO2EfqB

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ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus Drops Below $250
SocialApr 17, 2026

ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus Drops Below $250

Simple, snappy, and now under $250 — the ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus is a deal you can't ignore if you want an affordable laptop for work and everyday use. https://t.co/eMpKagB2gu

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AI Gains Rare Language Skills, Yet Real Fluency Lags
SocialApr 17, 2026

AI Gains Rare Language Skills, Yet Real Fluency Lags

AI models are rapidly improving in rare languages through shared learning patterns, though real-world fluency still lags behind benchmark performance. https://t.co/CnIoQUW53m

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Amazon AI Picks Sage Green, Outdesigns Me
SocialApr 17, 2026

Amazon AI Picks Sage Green, Outdesigns Me

It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green. https://t.co/ApAEeIYd70

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Europe Outraged: Tesla Blocks FSD on Older Cars
SocialApr 17, 2026

Europe Outraged: Tesla Blocks FSD on Older Cars

Anger rises in Europe as Tesla's Full Self-Driving system isn't available on older vehicles, despite years of promises https://t.co/PqQzSq2tgJ

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Black Cat's New Pose Sparks Buzz in Marvel Rivals
SocialApr 17, 2026

Black Cat's New Pose Sparks Buzz in Marvel Rivals

The latest Marvel Rivals season update has finally arrived alongside the addition of Black Cat, but it's her character selection pose that has players talking. https://t.co/mUG6HQsXk7

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Bernie Sanders and Labor Warn AI Threatens U.S. Jobs
SocialApr 17, 2026

Bernie Sanders and Labor Warn AI Threatens U.S. Jobs

Bernie Sanders joined labor leaders to warn of the threat the US workforce is facing from AI. https://t.co/AhwYQOrdae

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OpenAI Exec Pushes Real, Tangible AI Benefits
SocialApr 17, 2026

OpenAI Exec Pushes Real, Tangible AI Benefits

OpenAI's policy exec really wants to convince people that the benefits of AI are real and tangible https://t.co/5VT0tzbqJL

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Canva's In‑House AI Cuts Costs, Lowers Tool Prices
SocialApr 17, 2026

Canva's In‑House AI Cuts Costs, Lowers Tool Prices

Training and using its own models is actually good economics for Canva, and it means you can get its design tools for less. https://t.co/yEvzWvuNE8

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Meta Raises Quest 3 Prices Amid RAM Shortage
SocialApr 17, 2026

Meta Raises Quest 3 Prices Amid RAM Shortage

The Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S are getting more expensive as Meta blames the RAM crisis. https://t.co/MHeugLfyc7

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Insta360 Leaks Mirrorless Camera, Signaling Market Trend
SocialApr 17, 2026

Insta360 Leaks Mirrorless Camera, Signaling Market Trend

The latest leaked device from Insta360 is a mirrorless camera that may be part of a wider trend in the market. https://t.co/GpfDyEYkQu

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Vacuum‑Clamped Turntable Claims Unprecedented Vinyl Sound
SocialApr 17, 2026

Vacuum‑Clamped Turntable Claims Unprecedented Vinyl Sound

TechDas' elite new turntable vacuum-clamps your vinyl to a heavyweight platter floating on air, promising to dig up 'extraordinary sound' from an LP’s grooves https://t.co/8IO28Vzk0P

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Netflix's Ladies First Trailer Sparks Backlash
SocialApr 17, 2026

Netflix's Ladies First Trailer Sparks Backlash

New Netflix movie Ladies First explores and man's worst nightmare in a woman dominated world — but its first trailer hasn't gone down well. https://t.co/vtonA5baWD

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RAM Crisis Fuels Fake SSDs and CPU Sales Slump
SocialApr 17, 2026

RAM Crisis Fuels Fake SSDs and CPU Sales Slump

More fake SSDs and a CPU sales slump — the casualties of the RAM crisis are piling up, sadly. https://t.co/sdQQblnVyL

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Agentic Swarms Boost Productivity—If Control Remains
SocialApr 17, 2026

Agentic Swarms Boost Productivity—If Control Remains

Autonomous agentic swarms promise massive productivity gains if organizations can maintain control and compliance. https://t.co/XG4xwtjMEd

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Claude Will Require Government ID for User Verification
SocialApr 17, 2026

Claude Will Require Government ID for User Verification

Claude users will soon need to use government ID to prove who they are and use the platform. https://t.co/LL7aqOItFS

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Compact ThinkStation Packs Power, But Roars Loudly
SocialApr 17, 2026

Compact ThinkStation Packs Power, But Roars Loudly

The Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Ultra SFF Gen 2 successfully crammed a full-size desktop into a compact chassis, but in doing so, the fan noise is quite impressive. https://t.co/BtGRUoDV8a

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Pixel 11 Could Add RGB Back‑lit Notification Lights
SocialApr 17, 2026

Pixel 11 Could Add RGB Back‑lit Notification Lights

The Google Pixel 11 series might feature RGB lights on the back to alert you of notifications. https://t.co/Ii39uEzKlY

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Treat AI as Partner, Not Sole Decision-Maker
SocialApr 17, 2026

Treat AI as Partner, Not Sole Decision-Maker

Organizations can get the best from AI by treating it less as a standalone decision-maker and more as a strategic partner: one that elevates insight and accelerates execution, while humans retain ownership of intent and outcome. https://t.co/omtdyAY01D

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Mint vs Visible: Best Galaxy S26 Deal
SocialApr 17, 2026

Mint vs Visible: Best Galaxy S26 Deal

Both Mint Mobile and Visible Wireless have fantastic deals on the new Galaxy S26 series - but which should you go for? https://t.co/jbP67W8Cio

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Fans Demand Official Doomsday Trailer Amid AI Fakes
SocialApr 17, 2026

Fans Demand Official Doomsday Trailer Amid AI Fakes

Marvel fans are begging for Doomsday's official trailer to be released as numerous AI fakes appear online. https://t.co/J165KyLVlh

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Lenovo Neo 50q QC: Ideal Office Mini, Not a Supercomputer
SocialApr 17, 2026

Lenovo Neo 50q QC: Ideal Office Mini, Not a Supercomputer

The Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50q QC is a mini Windows PC that's ideal office or home office machine, but it won't fit the bill for those who need a supercomputer. https://t.co/2jPXt00jqI

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SWPA 2026: 430k Entries, Winners Announced
SocialApr 16, 2026

SWPA 2026: 430k Entries, Winners Announced

SWPA is one of the most prestigious global photo contests, and the 2026 instalment attracted over 430,000 from more than 200 countries. Here are the 10 category winners https://t.co/LDdIVhiE7U

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Lightweight 8 kW/Kg Motor Powers Hydrogen Hybrid Aircraft
SocialApr 16, 2026

Lightweight 8 kW/Kg Motor Powers Hydrogen Hybrid Aircraft

The 12.5kg gas cylinder-sized motor achieves 8 kW per kilogram with a fault-tolerant design, targeting hydrogen hybrid regional aircraft under Project AMBER. https://t.co/vk6CdOCVvD

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China Tests New Subsea Cable‑cutting Ship, Raising Military Concerns
SocialApr 16, 2026

China Tests New Subsea Cable‑cutting Ship, Raising Military Concerns

China successfully tests a new subsea cable cutting vessel - will it be used by the military? https://t.co/VpZj6fZY6R

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Project Nightingale: 100‑unit Spectre‑based Exclusive Edition
SocialApr 16, 2026

Project Nightingale: 100‑unit Spectre‑based Exclusive Edition

Project Nightingale will be based on the Rolls-Royce Spectre but limited to just 100 units. https://t.co/dteIc3jyPf

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