Why Twitter Spaces Are a Big Deal

Musicians can perform impromptu concerts, brands can carry out press events or public product launches, and more. “It’s live, on the spot, and extremely free flowing.” Another way to view Twitter is as a place for long, text-based group chats. Twitter And yet another use for Twitter is sharing links, including links to events. To get an idea of the possibilities of Spaces, lets take a look at a few scenarios....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Patrick Mckee

Why Twitter Users Are Flocking to Mastodon

But switching services comes with practical issues. The deal is expected to close later this year. Some Twitter users are turning to Mastodon as an alternative. Roman Stavila / Getty Images “It has no ads, respects your privacy, and allows people/communities to self-govern.” The main advantage of Twitter is that it is established, Blevins said. But, Blevins pointed out, there really are no current alternatives to Twitter. We Are / Getty Images

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Samantha Vasquez

Why Twitter's Offering a Subscription Weather News Service

At first glance, this seems, at the same time, both weird and perfectly sensible. while pushing its lead as the place to go for breaking news and discussion. What Is Tomorrow? NOAA / Unsplash Tomorrow is a place to get news about your local weather. Its a partnership between Twitter and meteorologistEric Holthaus, and is not a Twitter feature. Rather, Tomorrow is Holthaus weather service, built using Twitters new tools....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 385 words · Lisa Duffy

Why Twitter’s Third-Party App Ban Is Terrible for Users

There are several ways to read Twitter. One is in the internet tool at twitter.com. But many people also useor usedindependently-developed apps to read and tweet. Mockup Photos / Stocksnap Twitterrific was officially discontinued today and pulled off the App Store after 16 years of development. The apps had not broken any rules. Twitter had justaltered its terms of service to make it seem that way. Souvik Banerjee / Unsplash...

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Ann Nguyen

Why Twitter’s Undo Button Might Be as Good as It Gets

Twitter users have been begging for an edit button for a while now. One user wrotein a tweet, “Its simple. Youll like and retweet this post, Ill change it completely. PhotoAlto/Sigrid Olsson / Getty Images This just adds more complexity to the issue, which is likely something Twitter is looking to avoid. With an edit button, experts like Drapkin feel there is too much potential for abuse.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 67 words · Melinda Smith

Why Ultra-Thin iPhone Screen Bezels Might Be Less Amazing Than They Seem

But is it wasted? With current tech, there are still some good structural and engineering reasons for keeping a bezel. And when it comes to tablets like the iPad, a bezel is almost essential just for usability. Victor Carvalho / Unsplash The imaginary mirror probably smashed into pieces, right? Now imagine that same pre-smash mirror, only with a wooden frame around it. See how it might stand a chance when you drop it now?...

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 192 words · Timothy Goodman

Why Upgrade When the 2018 iPad Is So Good?

It was so good that the 2020 “update” gained nothing more than an upgraded camera. It remains so competitive that the rumored new features for the 2021 iPad Pro barely seem worth the bother. Did Apple make the 2018 iPad Pro too good? Henry Ascroft / Unsplash “The iPad Pro 2018 was definitely a game-changer,” tech andgadget reviewer Edward Eugentold Lifewire via email. Chips Everything about the 2018 iPad Pro was superlative....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Michael Hill

Why Uploading a Loved One's Consciousness to Gadgets Isn't a Good Idea

Not so fast, experts say. “This should be even possible by end of the year.” “Think of how different two identical twins can be. monsitj / Getty Images Rogers gave the idea a solid ‘maybe.’ True uploaded consciousness is likely to be a long way off.” StudioM1 / Getty Images.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 50 words · Matthew Lambert

Why USB-C on the iPhone 15 Could Be a Really Big Deal

Some say the move away from Lightning is long overdue. USB-C at Last? An iPhone with USB-C would be a win for users due to its versatility and convenience, Vena said. Smartphone connected to a portable charger.SellWell / Getty Images Its reversible design ensures easy plugging without worrying about orientation. USB-C would also eliminate the need for multiple cables and adapters. But there are some downsides toswitching away from Lightning....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Jessica Barton

Why Use X/Twitter? Ways for Beginners to Get Started

Microblogging and job hunting make this list, plus more “What is X (formerly Twitter)?” and “Why should I use it?” are among the most popular questions the unconverted have about the social networking site. With text messaging, varioussocial networkingsites, and blog spots, why is X useful? Still, there are even more personal benefits of X. Start a Microblog Many people forget X’s original use as a micro-blogging platform. And it is still one of the best benefits....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 299 words · Robert Brown

Why Users Want More Apple Watch Faces

Watch OS 8 brings new looks to Apple Watch with world time and portraits faces. Cupertino’s selection is still far more limited than those available on Google’s rival Wear OS. Customize With Limits You’ve got some more choices with Apple’s latest watch faces. Apple The new Portraits watch face, for example, uses portrait photos shot on iPhone. This new face tracks the time in 24 time zones around a double dial....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 242 words · Caitlin Hoover

Why Using Facial Recognition to Enforce Rules Isn’t a Great Idea

Playing by the rules? I think there is a conflict between parental rights and parental obligations. And with state-mandated things, parents are usually the best judges, Phoha said. Getty Images / Weiquan Lin However, Phoha said that having a camera in your home monitoring things opens you up for potential trouble. Numerous studies have shown that facial recognition can misidentify people, especially those of color. Facial recognition technology can detect your emotions, as well....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 112 words · Taylor Reeves

Why Valheim Keeps Winning in Early Access

I can’t say enough that the game’s sudden success is based on its own merit. “You aren’t just getting a tech demo. A lot of the games systems and core mechanics are already there to play. Iron Gate Studio This tech demo phase is something that has long haunted the early access gaming market. Its also due to how the game has been marketed. We saw similar success withAmong Us, which got promoted due to gaming streamers....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Carolyn Scott