License plate tracking tool HaveIBeenFlocked.com lets you check if law enforcement searched your plate in Flock Safety's nationwide database.
Plex has introduced a new 5-year subscription option following a very large increase in the price of its lifetime Plex Pass. This is relevant to Lon's audience because Plex remains a core platform for home media servers, OTA DVR users, and cord cutters weighing long-term platform costs.
Publicly, the Trump administration is bullish about AI. Privately, some of its analysts are weighing AI against the dotcom bust.
The Smithsonian's 'Starstruck' VR exhibit lets participants move through an immersive space experience including the Big Bang, the Sun, and a black hole. It's not a home gadget, but it is a notable VR use case that could interest Lon from the perspective of how institutions are deploying immersive tech.
Agility Robotics, maker of the humanoid robot Digit, is reportedly going public via SPAC and distancing itself from consumer home-robot expectations. The business move matters, but so does the product positioning: it highlights where humanoid robotics may actually find near-term use cases.
The GMK EVO-X3 has gone on sale as a compact but extremely high-end mini PC built around AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395, with configurations reaching 128GB of RAM. Coverage from two outlets also highlights how expensive this Strix Halo-class system is, making it an interesting example of how far mini PCs are pushing into workstation territory.
Bigme introduced a large 25.3-inch color E Ink monitor with a 3200 x 1800 resolution and support for 4,096 colors, while reportedly targeting refresh performance up to 60 FPS. That's an unusual display category with strong novelty value for Lon, especially if it can make E Ink practical for more than static reading workloads.
Supported by U.S. intelligence, Vietnamese police have dismantled a massive network of over 100 pirate sites.
These may be the last days of Amazon’s Mechanical Turk.
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DARPA is working on Project SYMPHONEE to create batteries using Strontium-90 that could last 30 years. While currently for military drones, the underlying tech for long-term power is a significant technological milestone.
New details have emerged about a killed Sony project that crammed an entire PS1 into a DualShock controller. It's a fascinating look at 'plug-and-play' history that would make a great deep-dive for your retro gaming audience.
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Tesla has launched an official $595 dual-zone refrigerator designed specifically to fit the Model Y frunk. This 'lifestyle gadget' would make for an interesting accessory review for EV owners.
First-of-their-kind tests are emerging for laptop SSDs manufactured entirely within China, recently spotted in Lenovo systems. This marks a significant shift in the storage market, which has long been dominated by US, Korean, and Japanese brands. Lon could analyze whether these new drives offer competitive performance and value compared to established brands like Samsung or Western Digital.
New research identifies vulnerabilities in popular browsers with integrated AI, including susceptibility to prompt injection. This is a critical security update for viewers who are increasingly using AI-powered tools in their daily workflows.
Intel has officially confirmed price increases for several consumer and server processors, citing rising supply costs. This impacts the value-for-money analysis Lon often provides for PC builders and hardware buyers.
A leaked video suggests Microsoft is exploring a vision for Windows where AI (Copilot) is the core interface rather than an add-on. This would make for a great 'Tech Thoughts' style video discussing the future of operating systems.
A PCWorld test audit found that many USB-C cables in everyday use weren’t worth keeping, highlighting ongoing confusion around charging and data specs. This could be a strong service-oriented topic for Lon, especially if he wants to recommend test tools or explain how consumers can identify bad cables.
Researchers created a 3D-printed system that turns living cockroaches into remote-controlled camera platforms capable of surviving underwater for hours. It’s weird science more than consumer tech, but it is visually striking and could make an entertaining short or discussion topic if Lon wants something offbeat.