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Now you can securely link multiple phones to one Signal account
Signal has updated its secure messaging app to allow users to link multiple phones to a single account, expanding on its existing support for linking PCs and iPads. Previously, only one phone number could be paired with additional non-phone devices, so this change makes it easier for people who regularly use more than one Android…
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We just got our first real look at how small X’s ad business is
SpaceX, which now owns X, reported the platform’s advertising revenue for the first time since Elon Musk took the company private, revealing just how much the business has shrunk under his ownership. X brought in $367 million in advertising revenue in the second quarter of 2026, a modest rise from the previous quarter but far…
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Android app developers may be unwittingly sharing their users’ location data with advertisers
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has warned Android app developers that third-party software components embedded in their apps may be quietly sharing users’ precise location data with advertisers and data brokers, often without the developer’s knowledge. This happens because software development kits (SDKs) used for advertising and monetisation automatically inherit whatever permissions the host app has…
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Meet Wrinkles, an AI app that uncovers the hidden stories of the places around you
A new app called Wrinkles uses a smartphone’s location to automatically surface historical and cultural stories about nearby places, functioning as an AI-powered audio tour guide that lets users explore without staring at their screens. Available on iOS and Android, it was co-founded by advertising executive David Stemler and serial entrepreneur Ryan Hansan, childhood friends…
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The Travel-Friendly Orico Power Strip With AC Outlets and 65W USB Ports Drops Below $20
Amazon is offering the Orico Travel-Friendly Power Strip for $19.79 with a discount code, down from its usual $35.99 price. The compact charging station appeals to travellers who need both AC outlets and USB charging in a single device without the bulk of a traditional power strip. The 7-in-1 unit includes three 1,250W AC outlets,…
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Don’t use your car’s USB ports to charge your laptop — Do this instead
A US tech outlet has warned drivers against relying on their car’s built-in USB ports to charge a laptop, explaining that most such ports are designed for phones and media playback rather than the higher power demands of modern laptops. Using them typically results in only a slow trickle of charge, which matters for anyone…
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CMF announces its first pair of open-ear earbuds for under $100
Nothing’s budget sub-brand CMF has unveiled the Clip Pro, its first open-ear earbuds, priced at $99. Unlike traditional in-ear buds, they rest against the ear via a “3-point clip design” rather than sealing the ear canal, sacrificing noise cancellation for greater environmental awareness, which the company is pitching at commuters and active users. Each bud…
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exFAT vs NTFS: What’s the difference between these formats?
exFAT and NTFS are two Microsoft-developed file systems, but they serve different purposes when it comes to formatting drives such as USB sticks, SD cards or external hard disks. exFAT is a lightweight, cross-platform format introduced in 2006 that is best suited to external or flash-based drives shared between Windows and Mac computers, while NTFS…
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The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 is at one of its lowest prices
The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34, a nearly three-year-old but still capable budget laptop, has dropped in price across several retailers, offering buyers multiple configurations for under $400. The deal highlights how ageing but well-reviewed Chromebooks can remain good value, particularly given the model’s ChromeOS-friendly hardware and inclusion of Google’s Chromebook Plus perks. Amazon has the…
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Apple is working on iPhone-to-Windows copy-paste
Apple is developing a feature that will let iPhone users in the European Union copy content and paste it directly onto a Windows PC, and vice versa, extending its existing Universal Clipboard tool beyond Apple’s own devices. The change is being made to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which requires major “gatekeeper” platforms…