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KnowTechie is a blog for people who love tech but live outside the bubble. It's for folks who are interested in technology but don't live and breathe it. From the newest gadgets to the world of cybersecurity, KnowTechie has got you covered – all in a friendly, conversational tone that feels like chatting with a knowledgeable friend.
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4M ago
Snapchat is introducing a slew of new features, but the one that will have users allowing users to edit messages after they’ve hit send.
At the heart of the update is the “Edit Message” feature. Users can correct embarrassing typos or awkward autocorrect fails within five minutes of sending a message, as long as the recipient hasn’t read the. message.
This feature will initially be exclusive to Snapchat Plus subscribers, mirroring the paywall strategy seen on X Premium (everyone still calls it Twitter Blue.)
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But Snapchat isn’t stopping there. The app also introduces emojis a ..read more
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4M ago
Samsung is gearing up for the next Galaxy Unpacked event, which is apparently set for July 10, a bit earlier than Samsung’s usual schedule. The Korean tech giant is expected to unveil the new Galaxy Z foldable phones, the Galaxy Ring, and the Galaxy Watch 7 series at the event.
This year’s Galaxy Watch 7 lineup will be different from its predecessors. While we are unsure of all the details or even how many smartwatches will be in the lineup, the latest report suggests that at least one premium smartwatch will be in the collection.
Samsung recently announced its financial results an ..read more
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4M ago
Apple Watch X is rumored to be Apple’s next leap in revamping its smartwatch lineup. At the same time, there are numerous uncertainties about the next Apple Watch, even its launch; it’s also uncertain whether it will be accompanied by the next “Ultra” variant, the Apple Watch Ultra 3.
However, a fresh report suggests the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is on track for a September release, but it will be more like a minor upgrade.
Apparently, renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo told MacRumors that the upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 would only get minor upgrades over its predecessor, the Apple Wat ..read more
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4M ago
Apple is all set to preview iOS 18 at its annual developer conference, WWDC 2024, slated for June 10, if It follows its usual tradition.
Even though the company has yet to confirm anything, we know a fair bit of details about the iOS 18 update and what modifications it may bring to Apple’s renowned mobile platform, and the new leak suggests a giant leap for the Calendar app.
iOS 18 was already rumored to bring AI-powered features to Apple’s mobile platform, Home Screen changes are on the way, and four apps (Notes, Mail, Photos, and Fitness) are getting revamped.
According to the la ..read more
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4M ago
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Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Controller
4.0
$199.99 $180.00
Quick Verdict: Once you get past the glitchy social media notification gimmick, the Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra controller is a fantastic wireless controller for both Xbox and, especially, PC gamers. It’s not perfect, but this stepping stone is heading in the right direction.
Pros:
Comfortable in any size hands
LCD screen is easy to navigate
Features and functionality on par with higher-grade Xbox controllers
AntiDrift, adjustable triggers, and thumbstick cover options
Designed for pro gaming use
Cons:
So ..read more
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4M ago
GUNNAR Fallout Vault 33 Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
4.0
$99.00
Quick Verdict: While rigid, the GUNNAR Vault 33 glasses are incredibly retro chic and mostly comfortable for people with smaller to average heads.
Pros:
Retro aesthetic, with subtle olive and gunmetal details that feel in-universe for Fallout
Big lenses for better protection
Incredibly sturdy feeling design
Pack-in accessories are high quality and detailed
Cons:
No spring hinge, super rigid
Somewhat constricting on wider heads
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4M ago
Ever since George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead first hit movie theaters back in 1968, popular culture has become infected by zombies and the shambling undead. Cutting a swathe through countless movies, graphic novels, TV shows, and video games in the decades that followed, it seems we can’t get enough of them.
Laying waste to the zombie hordes seems to be more popular than ever, with a herd of gaming greats lumbering over the horizon, baiting us in their groaning masses. But which ones deserve your all-swinging, all-dicing attention?
To help you decide which ones to point your nailed bas ..read more
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4M ago
Tesla is engaging in its second round of layoffs in as many months, with some surprising names included. Those include the execs responsible for the Supercharger network and new vehicle development.
The apparent reason? The company posted terrible quarterly results last week, with deliveries shrinking by 8.5 percent and net profit down a staggering 55 percent year-over-year.
The Information reports that Elon Musk sent an email to executives about the latest round of layoffs, saying, “we need to be absolutely hard-core about headcount and cost reduction,” adding that he didn’t feel most of the ..read more
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4M ago
Oxa Sensor and Strap
4.0
$199.20 $249
Oxa will guide you through breathing exercises to lower your stress and improve your sleep. The exercises are easy to follow, and they are accompanied by detailed guides, a soothing voice, and relaxing sounds.
Pros:
Small enough it fits in your hand
Accurately displays breathing patterns
Easy to charge via USB-C
Battery lasts for over 24 hours
Cons:
Pricey
Doesn't constantly monitor your breathing
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4M ago
The Pixel 8A leaks were out of Google’s hands long ago. The search engine company’s next mid-ranger has been leaking steadily through renders and ads for a while.
Only a single piece of Pixel 8A information was left out—the price, and finally, that had also come to light two weeks before the launch.
A report from Smartprix has revealed the pricing for the Google Pixel 8A. The 128 GB variant will apparently cost $499 in the United States.
The 256GB variant, on the other hand, will cost extra at $559.
However, we can’t say that we are surprised. While multiple hinted at an increased ..read more