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Hello, from one tech geek to another. Not your beloved TechCrunch writer, but a writer with an avid interest in the fast-paced tech scenes and all the latest tech mojo. I bring with me a unique take towards tech with a honed applied psychology perspective to make tech news digestible. In other words, I deliver tech news that is easy to read.
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Amazon’s Ring Teams Up with Kidde for Smart Smoke Alarms at CES

Amazon’s Ring is expanding its smart home portfolio with new connected smoke alarms, developed in partnership with fire safety company Kidde. Announced Monday at CES in Las Vegas, the new…

Lenovo Unveils Versatile Android Tablets at CES 2025

Lenovo has taken the stage at CES 2025 to reveal an impressive lineup of four new Android tablets designed to cater to a wide range of users. These innovative devices…

Volkswagen EVs to Use Tesla Superchargers Starting Summer 2025

Volkswagen EV drivers in the United States will soon gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, marking a significant step in expanding charging infrastructure for non-Tesla vehicles. The rollout begins in…

Dell Drops XPS Branding in Major Rebrand

Dell is retiring some of its most recognizable laptop brands, including the beloved XPS, as part of a rebranding effort unveiled at CES 2025. The company announced that its new…

Fubo Ends Lawsuit Against Disney with Hulu + Live TV Merger

Disney is shaking up the streaming industry with a bold new partnership. The company announced it will merge its Hulu + Live TV service with sports streaming platform Fubo. Disney…

UFC Leader Dana White Takes on Role as Meta Board Member

Meta has appointed UFC CEO Dana White to its board of directors, blending Zuckerberg’s passion for mixed martial arts with strategic preparations for the incoming Trump administration. The announcement places…

L’Oréal Claims Its New Device Can Decode Your Skin’s Needs

L’Oréal has unveiled Cell BioPrint, a skincare device designed to offer personalized insights into aging and ingredient effectiveness. Announced at CES 2025, this gadget claims to simplify skincare by analyzing…

Samsung’s Smart Fridges Are About to Get Smarter with Instacart Integration

Samsung is pushing the boundaries of smart home tech by bringing grocery shopping into the kitchen. Through a partnership with Instacart, Samsung’s latest AI-powered refrigerators will suggest, organize, and streamline…

Withings Introduces Omnia, a Health Mirror That Scans Your Body

Withings has returned to CES with the Omnia, a smart mirror concept designed to deliver a futuristic approach to health monitoring and telemedicine. The mirror combines features like full-body scans,…

United Airlines to Begin Starlink Testing on Flights in February

United Airlines will begin testing SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet on its flights in February 2025, marking the first step toward equipping its entire fleet with the service. This move follows…

Sam Altman Admits $200 ChatGPT Pro Plan is Losing Money for OpenAI

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed on Sunday that the company is incurring unexpected losses on its $200-per-month ChatGPT Pro subscription. Users, it seems, are taking greater advantage of the plan…

YouTuber Legal Eagle Sues PayPal Over Honey Extension’s Affiliate Practices

Devin Stone, the lawyer behind the YouTube channel Legal Eagle, is suing PayPal over its Honey browser extension. Filed on December 29 in California’s Northern District Court, the lawsuit accuses…

US Government Strikes Major Nuclear Energy Deal

The US government has signed a massive nuclear energy deal, marking a significant move to secure reliable power for federal agencies while meeting growing electricity demands. The General Services Administration…

Tesla’s Annual Deliveries Decline for the First Time

Tesla, the leading name in electric vehicles, has reported its first-ever year-over-year decline in annual deliveries, sparking concerns about the company’s performance in an increasingly competitive market. The automaker delivered…

Telegram Adds Third-Party Verification and Search Filters to Boost Security

Telegram is rolling out a third-party verification system that aims to reduce scams and misinformation across its platform. The update lets verified organizations assign custom icons to accounts and chats,…

Apple Settles Siri Privacy Lawsuit for $95 Million

Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that its Siri voice assistant inadvertently recorded private conversations. The settlement, which requires approval from US…

Nick Clegg Steps Down from Meta After Seven Years

Nick Clegg, Meta’s president of global affairs and a prominent voice in shaping the company’s policies, has announced his departure after seven years. Clegg shared the news on X and…

Mexico Imposes New Tariffs That Could Affect E-Tailers Like Shein and Temu

Mexico’s new tariff policy is set to shake up the world of online shopping, with platforms like Shein and Temu potentially facing significant hurdles. Starting January 1, goods entering Mexico…

CNBC Launches CNBC+ Streaming Service with Tiered Pricing and Global Reach

CNBC has unveiled CNBC+, a new subscription-based streaming service offering business news and financial content tailored to its core audience. Priced at $14.99 per month or $99.99 annually, the service…

Drones Fuel Surge in Contraband Deliveries to England and Wales Prisons

England and Wales prisons are grappling with a dramatic rise in drone incursions, as new figures reveal a tenfold increase in incidents since 2020. A Freedom of Information request by…