TechBits: Skype is Dead, iPhone 16E Controversy & AI in Tesla?
Skype is officially being retired, the iPhone 16E skips MagSafe, and cloud gaming still feels shaky. Here are my practical takeaways from this TechBits roundup.
iPhone 16e: Apple’s Latest Surprise? (#UnscriptedMoments Live!)
Apple’s iPhone 16e starts at $599 with Apple Intelligence, the A18 chip, USB-C, and Apple’s new C1 modem, but it drops features like MagSafe, Ultra Wideband, and the extra camera hardware.
TechBits: Google Gemini’s New Memory, iPhone 17 Pro Rumors & OnePlus Watch 3
TechBits looks at Google Gemini memory, iPhone 17 Pro camera rumors, OnePlus Watch 3, Apple account purchase transfers, AI music tools, and whether these updates matter in real daily use.
TechBits: EV Charging Halted, Apple’s New App & The UK’s Privacy Controversy
A practical TechBits companion covering the EV charging pause, Apple Invites, the UK iCloud backdoor demand, DeepSeek privacy concerns, password managers, OneWheel rentals, RustDesk, and more.
TechBits: CES 2025 Highlights, AI Tools, and Apple's Free AirPods Offer
A practical TechBits roundup covering CES 2025 highlights, Apple’s free AirPods student offer, LA wildfire tracking, VLC AI subtitles, VPN security risks, and Google’s Daily Listen.
Unscripted Moments: First Look at Rhino Linux – A Rolling Ubuntu Distro
Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based rolling release distro with the Unicorn desktop. I installed it in Parallels on an Apple silicon Mac to see how the setup, first boot, updates, and desktop experience felt.
Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk First Impressions: Fit, Cables, App, and Sound
A practical first look at the Moondrop x Crinacle Dusk IEMs, including what comes in the box, how the analog and USB-C DAC cables compare, the iOS app problem, and why ear tip fit matters.
TechTips: Unlock Hidden iPhone Secrets: Master the iOS Diagnostic Tool! 🔧
Here is how to open the hidden iPhone Diagnostics and Repair menu, what tests are available, and when it may help before you contact Apple Support.
TechBits: New Format, News Insights, and Apple Vision Pro Hot Takes
Thomas Fraley explains the new TechBits format, why he still trusts RSS feeds for tech news, and shares practical first impressions on Apple Vision Pro, iCloud pricing, creator mics, smart home devices, AI tools, and more.
Effortless Charging Setting Up Prism XR with Vision Pro
The PrismXR Carina D1 makes charging Apple Vision Pro easier by letting you dock the battery with an attached pass-through dongle instead of fiddling with cables every time.
Effortless Charging Discover the Prism XR for Vision Pro
The PrismXR Carina D1 makes Apple Vision Pro charging simpler by turning it into a set-it-down routine instead of another cable step after every use.
The Charging Dock Apple Forgot: PrismXR Carina D1 Review!
The PrismXR Carina D1 makes Apple Vision Pro charging feel more like docking than plugging in. Here is what worked, what bothered me, and who should skip it.