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Google's Find Hub just got a feature that could save you from losing your wallet #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Wearables #googlefindhub #bluetoothtrackers #notifywhenleftbehind #androidfeatures #walletprotection
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November 6, 2026 at 8:33 AM
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Sony’s $60 MDR-3R headphones bring back the original Walkman look #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Wearables #sonyheadphones #walkmanretro #strangerthings #audioaccessories #usbcheadphones
Sony’s $60 MDR-3R headphones bring back the original Walkman look
Sony launched the $60 MDR-3R, wired headphones modelled on the pair that shipped with the first Walkman in 1979. They add USB-C, a microphone and a remote. An $80 Stranger Things edition is sold with...
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November 5, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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Android Auto cutting off older devices, now requires Android 11 or newer #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #androidauto #android11 #googlesupport #mobiletech #appupdate
Android Auto cutting off older devices, now requires Android 11 or newer
Google has officially dropped support for some older Android versions in Android Auto, now requiring Android 11 or newer to function. more…
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November 9, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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How To Check If Your Old Kindle Still Gets Updates #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #kindleupdates #amazonkindle #devicecheck #techsupport #gadgetlifespan
How To Check If Your Old Kindle Still Gets Updates
Keeping your devices up to date is important, but most tech gadgets have a limited lifespan. Here's how to check if your old Kindle still gets updates.
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November 8, 2026 at 6:49 AM
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What is the Slate Telematics Module and what can it be used for? #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #slateteasm #trucktech #vehicleconnect #minimalistdesign #mobileintegrations
What is the Slate Telematics Module and what can it be used for?
When you buy a Slate Truck, you only pay for the tech you want, and that includes connectivity between the vehicle and your phone. Is this a minimalist's dream?
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November 8, 2026 at 11:51 PM
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The accessory Samsung Galaxy S26 users should be taking advantage of #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #samsung #galaxys26 #s26ultra #smartphoneaccessories #mobilefeatures
The accessory Samsung Galaxy S26 users should be taking advantage of
There's a lot to like about Samsung's Galaxy S26 phones, especially the S26 Ultra, but some users may not be taking full advantage of what they have to offer.
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November 7, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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Amazon Adds Text-Based Purchasing to Alexa for Shopping #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #amazon #alexa #textshopping #onlinemall #invitationonly
Amazon Adds Text-Based Purchasing to Alexa for Shopping
Amazon announced on November 6, 2026 that Alexa for Shopping can now find products, build carts, and complete purchases through text messages. The feature is starting with a small invitation-only...
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November 6, 2026 at 3:34 PM
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Apple might be getting rid of the iPhone’s Action button already #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #apple #iphone15pro #actionbutton #iphone16 #cameracontrol
Apple might be getting rid of the iPhone’s Action button already
Apple has been rather busy experimenting with buttons on its iPhones lately. It introduced the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro, and a year later, added Camera Control to the iPhone 16 lineup. But...
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November 6, 2026 at 11:44 PM
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Google's experimental Dreambeans app uses connected Google services to create personalised visual stories, expanding AI-powered consumer experiences into India's multilingual market.

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Google Brings Dreambeans AI Storytelling App to India With 13 Local Languages
November 4, 2026 at 11:56 AM
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Samsung’s clip-on earbuds and new SmartTag are finally on US store shelves #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #samsung #galaxybuds #smarttag3 #earbuds #accessories
Samsung’s clip-on earbuds and new SmartTag are finally on US store shelves
Samsung has finally started selling its Galaxy Buds On and Galaxy SmartTag 3 in the US. The clip-on earbuds are priced at $229.99, while the SmartTag 3 costs $29.99 individually or $99.99 for a...
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November 6, 2026 at 9:40 PM
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Apple Watch Audio Intelligence Enters Developer Beta Testing #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Wearables #applewatch #audiointelligence #iosbeta #sirecap #liverewind
Apple Watch Audio Intelligence Enters Developer Beta Testing
TechCrunch reported on November 2, 2026 that Apple’s Audio Intelligence features for Apple Watch are rolling out to developers in the iOS 27.3 beta, including Live Rewind and Siri Recap. A broader...
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November 3, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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Sonos' new voice assistant is launching in early access on November 6 #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #PersonalAssistantsandIoTDevices #sonos #voiceassistant #sonos27 #earlyaccess #appredesign
Sonos' new voice assistant is launching in early access on November 6
The company is hoping to collect feedback on Sonos 27voice to avoid a repeat of its previous app redesign debacle.
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November 4, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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Yesterday's most popular story: Google shuts down a sneaky malware backdoor on millions of Android TV and Google TV boxes #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #androidtv #google #malware #securityupdate #tvbox
Google shuts down a sneaky malware backdoor on millions of Android TV and Google TV boxes
Google has confirmed that an Android TV device maker snuck a backdoor for malware onto certified devices, which is leading to security improvements for the ecosystem as a whole. more…
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November 3, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Bluetooth 7 will bring a major speed boost for hi-res audio in 2027 #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #bluetooth7 #hdaudio #spatialaudio #multichannel #2027headphones
Bluetooth 7 will bring a major speed boost for hi-res audio in 2027
Bluetooth LE gets support for High Data Throughput (HDT)It boosts the standard's maximum supported bit-rate by almost four timesThat means support for hi-res audio, spatial audio and multi-channel...
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November 5, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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Yesterday's most popular story: iPad mini OLED Review: Apple’s Smallest Tablet Is Also Its Best #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #ipadmini #apple #oledscreen #a20pro #tablet
iPad mini OLED Review: Apple’s Smallest Tablet Is Also Its Best
Apple's eighth-gen iPad mini with the A20 Pro chip and an OLED screen is the perfect on-the-go companion.
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November 4, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Google just took down a massive botnet planted by a Chinese Android TV manufacturer #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #google #androidtv #botnet #malware #chinesemanufacturer
Google just took down a massive botnet planted by a Chinese Android TV manufacturer
Malware infecting Android devices is not something new, but what Google disclosed in a recent report is quite grim and concerning. The search giant has taken down a massive botnet that turned over...
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November 3, 2026 at 1:10 AM
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Livestream: Watch Labrinth create a song from scratch tonight using Apple’s new MacBook Pro #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #labrinthlive #macbookpro #proledxdr #toweretheatre #downtownla
Livestream: Watch Labrinth create a song from scratch tonight using Apple’s new MacBook Pro
To promote the new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display, Apple is hosting a livestream in which singer-songwriter Labrinth will create a song from scratch overnight at the company’s Tower Theatre...
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November 5, 2026 at 4:29 AM
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You don’t need a $3,000 MacBook to get Live Activities in your menu bar #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #macbookpro #dynamicisland #liveactivities #proled #macworld
You don’t need a $3,000 MacBook to get Live Activities in your menu bar
Macworld One of the big selling points of the new MacBook Pro with PROLED is its inclusion of a Dynamic Island. The camera is just a tiny bit lower and surrounded by display, so instead of a...
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November 5, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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iPhone 18 rumors suggest a bigger battery, higher price next year #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #iphone18 #appleproducts #digitalchatstation #smartphoneleaks #higherprices
iPhone 18 rumors suggest a bigger battery, higher price next year
After Apple raised iPhone prices earlier this year, a new rumor claims it plans to launch the base iPhone 18 with a higher price, too. A Weibo post from leaker Digital Chat Station, spotted by...
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November 4, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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People say they want small smartphones—the Enough Phone will put that to the test #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Smartphones #enoughphone #smallphones #smartphonehistory #minimalism #techtrends
People say they want small smartphones—the Enough Phone will put that to the test
The first modern smartphones had 3.5-inch screens, which can be hard to remember in today's world of gargantuan glass slabs. Sure, people talk about wanting smaller phones, but will they buy one?...
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November 4, 2026 at 8:28 PM
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Apple still charging 300% of costs on iPhone storage upgrades, says WSJ #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #applepricing #iphoneupgrade #wsjreport #storagemarkup #techmargins
Apple still charging 300% of costs on iPhone storage upgrades, says WSJ
Opting for more RAM or storage when buying Apple devices has always been an expensive business, with the company famously charging huge markups. Apple said in its most recent earnings report that...
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November 4, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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iPad mini (A20 Pro) review: Growing in leaps and bounds #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #ipadmini #a20pro #macworld #oleddisplay #techreview
iPad mini (A20 Pro) review: Growing in leaps and bounds
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros More compact with a larger display Faster performance overall OLED improves display quality IP67 dust and water resistance Cons Display lacks...
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November 3, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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Apple finally brings vertical tabs to Safari in surprise 27.3 feature drop #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #safariupdate #verticaltabs #applewatch #macworld #iosfeatures
Apple finally brings vertical tabs to Safari in surprise 27.3 feature drop
Macworld While we expected the OS 27.3 betas to bring our first look at the new Apple Watch Audio Intelligence and the redesigned Health app, Apple has delivered a couple of features in today’s...
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November 3, 2026 at 11:14 PM
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Samsung’s Android XR ‘Intelligent Eyewear’ reportedly launches in December #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Wearables #samsung #androidxr #smartglasses #gentlemonster #warbyparker
Samsung’s Android XR ‘Intelligent Eyewear’ reportedly launches in December
Samsung smart glasses in Gentle Monster and Warby Parker styles may finally launch in South Korea and the US before Christmas. more…
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November 2, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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Three months in, Galaxy Z Fold 8’s cameras aren’t enough, and Fold 9 might not fix it [Gallery] #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #galaxyzfold8 #galaxyzfold9 #smartphonecameras #foldabledevices #mobilephotography
Three months in, Galaxy Z Fold 8’s cameras aren’t enough, and Fold 9 might not fix it [Gallery]
I’ve been enamored with my Galaxy Z Fold 8 since I started using it roughly three months ago, but its one big downside has been the cameras, so I’m not exactly thrilled to hear that the Galaxy Z Fold...
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November 4, 2026 at 4:24 PM