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.
DeepSeek AI raised big questions about cost, privacy, and trust, while creator camera picks, Mac Mini Wi-Fi issues, EV battery life, Tesla Model Y updates, and Homebrew security rounded out this TechBits episode.
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.
CES 2025 brought a flood of new gadgets, from Lenovo’s rollable laptop screen and Legion Go updates to Thunderbolt 5 storage, AR glasses, Wi-Fi 7 routers, smart security gear, and practical Mac backup tools.
A practical TechBits companion covering DJI’s geofencing change, Nintendo Switch 2 rumors, TikTok’s uncertain U.S. deadline, Apple game porting, Vision Pro, Kindle Colorsoft, and a few useful gadget notes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I tested the Godox TL60 RGB LED tube lights to see if they could improve my video background lighting. They work, but placement matters more than brightness.
What would life look like if Wi-Fi was never invented? We would still have internet, but daily tech would be far more tied to cables, fixed locations, and fewer truly mobile devices.
Without touchscreens, everyday devices like phones, tablets, and ATMs would depend much more on physical buttons and keyboards, making simple tasks slower and less direct.