Threads already has a hate speech problem, civil rights groups warn
The list of ways Twitter could be better is long. Many users think the platform should trash its unwelcome subscription models. Others call out CEO Elon Musk’s tanking of accessibility tools for profit. And, apart from the vocal few who see it as a form of free speech, many think the proliferation of hate and […]
Reddit removes years of chat and message archives from users' accounts
The Reddit blackout protests didn’t quite force the company to reverse course on its API changes that resulted in the shutdown of many popular third-party apps, but it did succeed in dominating the conversation around the platform for weeks. However, while everyone was paying attention to the protests, Reddit made some other big changes to […]
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All smartphones, including iPhones, must have replaceable batteries by 2027 in the EU
The European Union is officially requiring all smartphones to have replaceable batteries by 2027. This week, the European Council adopted the regulation designed to reduce waste and break up monopolistic practices from tech companies like Apple, Samsung, and Google that make it difficult to replace parts without having to buy a brand new phone. SEE […]
Apple is looking into building a rollable iPhone
Still waiting for that foldable iPhone? Perhaps we’re getting a rollable iPhone instead. Apple has been awarded a patent for a smartphone with a rollable display (via Patently Apple). The patent, filed in Nov. 2022 and published on Thursday, describes an electronic device with a display that “may be moved between an unrolled state in […]
This robotics STEM kit for kids, educators, and engineers is $92 off
TL;DR: As of July 14, get the WLKATA Mirobot 6-Axis Mini Robot Arm Professional Kit for $1,757.99 — that’s $92 off. A good STEM education can happen in the classroom or at home, but the right learning resources could make all the difference. Educators and/or parents may benefit from having a real programmable robot arm […]
Get a like-new HP desktop bundle with Microsoft Office for just $280
TL;DR: As of July 14, get a refurbished HP Elite Desk with mouse, keyboard, and a Microsoft Office 2021 lifetime license all for $279.99 — that’s a 64% discount. A new computer is pricey, but a computer that works and runs like new but has a little mileage can be a whole lot cheaper. When […]
This AI-powered content creation tool is now only $40 for life
TL;DR: As of July 14, get the Write Bot AI content creator Lifetime Pro Subscription for just $39.99 — that’s a 92% discount. While writing can be fun and fulfilling, a lot of that magic seems to fade away when it comes to creating written content for your business or work projects. Whether you struggle […]
Tesla finally lets you fully control windshield wipers from the steering wheel
Tesla’s user interface can sometimes feel lacking, partially due to the sparse physical controls in the car. The company vastly improved on this in the 2023.12 update this April, allowing users to customize the left scroll wheel on the steering wheel with various functions, such as acceleration mode, fan speed, or climate temperature. One thing […]