Publishers Are Preparing to Opt Out of Google Search https://www.adweek.com/media/publishers-opt-out-google-search/
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mastodon 4.7.3YouTube Tech Reviewer at https://lon.tv - Learn more about me here: https://blog.lon.tv/about-lon-seidman/
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Liliputing, a staple of small-form-factor and niche tech news, has shared an update on why their posting frequency has declined due to shifting SEO landscapes and the difficulty of sustaining text-based tech journalism. - https://liliputing.com/whats-up-with-liliputing-fall-2026-edition/
Wow I've been uploading to YouTube for awhile!
OldVersion Is Back, And Better Than Ever https://hackaday.com/2026/04/01/oldversion-is-back-and-better-than-ever/
Flock Safety has a drone in addition to their fixed cameras. They FCC granted them a "conditional approval" back in June likely for its foreign made components.
Victory for Farmers: John Deere Agrees to a $99M Right-to-Repair Settlement https://www.gadgetreview.com/john-deeres-99m-right-to-repair-settlement-victory-for-farmers
Tablo to Shut Down Legacy Apps for Older DVR Models https://cordcuttersnews.com/big-changes-are-coming-to-tablo-dvrs-as-they-shut-down-their-legacy-app/
This old Samsung phone looks a bit spicy..
Treasury Has an Internal Report Warning About the Dangers of an AI Bubble https://www.notus.org/economy/treasury-internal-report-warning-dangers-ai-bubble
Gotta love some of the PR pitches I receive.. An "aesthetic and cinematic vibe" is not what I'd say you'll find on my channel :).
RetroPad is a ‘full-feature-parity version of Notepad from XP’ in just 2,749 bytes https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/retropad-is-a-full-feature-parity-version-of-notepad-from-xp-in-just-2-749-bytes-x86-assembly-coded-apps-comes-from-windows-legend-dave-w-plummer
Check out my latest video! ATSC 3.0 Update: DRM Breaks TV Emergency Messaging! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUDjWg5LSCE
Check out my latest video! SuperStation One With Dock MiSTer Review : Lots of Analog TV Options! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG0OJXpNRMc
Fake Onn, Fire TV, and Xiaomi streaming devices are becoming more common and harder to spot https://www.aftvnews.com/fake-onn-fire-tv-and-xiaomi-streaming-devices-are-becoming-more-common-and-harder-to-spot/
Check out my latest video! OSMC Vero V Review: A Legit Nvidia Shield Alternative for Plex? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ombFsEjYaw
Dyson Vacuums Facing Capacitor Reliability Issues https://hackaday.com/2026/04/26/dyson-vacuums-and-the-curse-of-cooked-capacitors/
The Supreme Court case that could end digital privacy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjdZg-Wr1qY
Atari Strengthens Its Emulation Of Classic PS1, PS2, PS3 Games With Another Strategic Acquisition https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/04/atari-strengthens-its-emulation-of-classic-ps1-ps2-ps3-games-with-another-strategic-acquisition
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Lehto: Your AI Activity Can Be Used Against You In Court https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDXC-42fwEA
More than half of Americans plan to cut subscriptions in 2026, survey finds.. But will they? https://www.wfsb.com/2026/04/07/more-than-half-americans-plan-cut-subscriptions-2026-survey-finds/
Artemis II astronauts wake up to the voice of Apollo 13 commander Jim Lovell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp2Yg3VBlsE
Retailers Using AI Cameras for Automatic License Plate Tracking https://www.gadgetreview.com/your-grocery-store-is-tracking-your-license-plate-and-sharing-it-with-the-police-local-retailers-use-flock-cameras
Valve says its Steam Machine gaming hardware is coming this summer https://gizmodo.com/valve-pinkie-promises-the-steam-machine-will-be-here-this-summer-2000767889
Evidence of Foldable iPhone and 'iPhone Ultra' in iOS 27 Beta https://www.notebookcheck.net/Apple-iOS-27-shows-iPhone-Ultra-UI-in-advance-code-hints-at-foldable.1318351.0.html
Users of Microsoft Word are reporting full-screen pop-up ads for AI features, even when using paid versions of the software. This move by Microsoft to monetize the interface of productivity tools has sparked criticism regarding user experience and software value. - https://www.gadgetreview.com/microsoft-is-serving-ai-ads-inside-word-even-after-youve-paid
Samsung expands Color E-Paper displays into retail signage https://www.techbuzz.ai/articles/samsung-s-e-paper-display-cuts-retail-waste-for-korean-fashion-brand
Critical cPanel Flaw Exploited in Ransomware Attacks https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/critrical-cpanel-flaw-mass-exploited-in-sorry-ransomware-attacks/
Comcast Integrating Credit Card Data into Ad Targeting https://www.tvtechnology.com/business/comcast-advertising-adds-purchasing-data-from-affinity-solutions
Microsoft to Release RTX Spark Mini PC to Consumers https://www.pcworld.com/article/3156061/microsofts-powerful-rtx-spark-mini-pc-will-be-sold-to-consumers.html
Ultrahuman Wellness Data Compromised in Hack https://www.gadgetreview.com/hackers-just-accessed-ultrahuman-wellness-data-through-an-internal-tool
Facebook will be restricting free Business Pages to 2 external link posts per month.. Another effort by platforms to kill the open web. - https://almcorp.com/news/facebook-starts-limiting-link-posts-non-paying-pages/
Reports indicate that 'physical' copies of GTA 6 in certain regions may actually contain download codes with expiration dates rather than permanent discs. - https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/your-gta-6-physical-copy-could-expire-before-you-even-play-it/
Xbox is celebrating 25 years with a translucent green special edition Series X console https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/xbox-is-celebrating-25-years-with-a-translucent-green-special-edition-series-x-console/
Googlebook laptops coming from multiple brands this fall https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/you-may-not-necessarily-want-it-but-a-barrage-of-googlebooks-are-coming-from-top-brands/
Amazon ditches 'Fire TV' name for its smart TVs — They’re now all 'Amazon Ember' TVs https://www.aftvnews.com/amazon-ditches-fire-tv-name-for-its-smart-tvs-theyre-now-all-amazon-ember-tvs/
ATSC Conference Looks Beyond Traditional TV https://www.tvtechnology.com/platform/broadcast/atsc-conference-looks-beyond-traditional-tv-for-3-0-success
The surge in AI demand is transforming the market for used hardware and component recycling. - https://www.techradar.com/pro/good-for-mother-nature-ram-pocalyse-encourages-millions-to-recycle-their-old-devices-as-expert-says-economics-of-component-recovery-are-changing
No thanks: YouTube is Testing a New AI Powered Auto Speed Feature That Changes the Speed of Your Videos Based on What You Are Watching https://cordcuttersnews.com/youtube-is-testing-a-new-ai-powered-auto-speed-feature-that-changes-the-speed-of-your-videos-based-on-what-you-are-watching/
Check out my latest video! Texas Settlement on LG TV Spying Is a Slap on the Wrist.. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrstLgcrx8c
California Bans Obnoxiously Loud Streaming Ads https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/06/streaming-services-obnoxiously-loud-ads-become-illegal-on-july-1-in-california/
Base Mac Mini Sold Out From Apple Online Store https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/22/base-mac-mini-sold-out-from-apple-online-store/
Rising Local Station Blackouts Due to Broadcast Consolidation https://cordcuttersnews.com/local-abc-cbs-fox-nbc-blackouts-are-becoming-more-common-as-mass-consolidation-gives-local-tv-stations-more-power/
Following a period of intense public controversy and a reported failed attempt to remove CEO Matt Mullenweg, Automattic (the company behind WordPress.com) has announced a new board of directors. - https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/25/automattic-has-a-new-board-after-failed-attempt-to-put-ceo-on-leave/
Check out my latest video! Local AI is Finally Usable! Real-World Workflows on a 5-Year-Old Mac with Google Gemma - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOHI47l215U
Anthropic Reaches $1.5B Copyright Settlement with Authors https://www.gadgetreview.com/anthropics-1-5b-copyright-settlement-is-approved-but-authors-arent-celebrating-yet
Wild and Weird Gaming PCs of Computex 2026 https://www.techradar.com/computing/gaming-pcs/the-wildest-and-weirdest-gaming-pcs-of-computex-2026
FCC Relaxes Amazon's Satellite Internet Deadline https://www.engadget.com/2190255/fcc-relaxes-amazon-leo-satellite-launch-deadline/