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    This GrapheneOS lapdock turns a Pixel 9 into the laptop Google never made

    This GrapheneOS lapdock turns a Pixel 9 into the laptop Google never made

    Jul 09, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A GrapheneOS enthusiast has created a DIY lapdock designed for the Pixel 9 running GrapheneOS in Desktop Mode. The project features a modular build with a removable folding keyboard, Bluetooth mouse storage, and shoulder-strap support. The creator has released design files for 3D printing, allowing anyone to replicate the setup. This innovation showcases how flagship smartphones can replace entry-level laptops while maintaining component modularity.
    Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra could inherit some of Galaxy S26 Ultra's best camera features

    Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra could inherit some of Galaxy S26 Ultra's best camera features

    Jul 09, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is rumored to inherit key camera capabilities from the Galaxy S26 Ultra, according to an internal carrier leak. The upgrade would bring improved low-light performance, higher resolution, and professional-grade video tools like LUT support. This marks a potential shift in Samsung's strategy, bringing Ultra-level photography to foldables. The standard Fold 8 may not receive the same enhancements.
    Grok 4.5 is here to justify your X subscription

    Grok 4.5 is here to justify your X subscription

    Jul 09, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    SpaceXAI has launched Grok 4.5, a major update focused on complex coding, spreadsheets, and presentations. The new model can build apps, generate multi-sheet Excel workbooks with formulas, create PowerPoint slides with diagrams, and draft Word documents from a single workflow. It is faster, more token-efficient, and cheaper to run, with API pricing starting at $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output tokens.
    Happy birthday to the Trump phone

    Happy birthday to the Trump phone

    Jul 08, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    It has been a year since the Trump T1 Phone was announced, promising a US-made golden smartphone for $499. Yet, despite multiple reported release dates, the device has not shipped to regular customers. This article examines the chaotic history of the phone, from its dubious manufacturing claims to its likely Chinese origins, and the ongoing silence from Trump Mobile.
    Google announces Pixel 11 launch event in August

    Google announces Pixel 11 launch event in August

    Jul 08, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Google has announced its next Made by Google launch event for Pixel 11 hardware on August 12th in New York City. The event takes place in the evening at 6PM ET, with an invitation teasing a gold phone. Leaks suggest the Pixel 11 family includes slimmer bezels, thinner designs, and a redesigned camera bump for the Fold model.
    Are you ready for what it takes to stop ghost guns?

    Are you ready for what it takes to stop ghost guns?

    Jul 08, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    California and New York are pioneering laws that would require 3D printers to include software capable of detecting and blocking firearm blueprints before printing. The measures aim to close enforcement gaps but raise concerns about effectiveness, privacy, and the potential for overreach into the open-source maker community. Industry experts and hobbyists worry the technology could lead to broader surveillance or IP enforcement.
    Microsoft fixes storage-hogging Windows 11 folder

    Microsoft fixes storage-hogging Windows 11 folder

    Jul 08, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Microsoft has addressed a Windows 11 bug that caused a permissions-related folder to bloat by dozens of gigabytes. The optional June 2026 update improves disk space usage for the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file. Users reported the file growing up to 500GB. The patch is available via Windows Update.
    The MSI AI PC Buyer’s Guide: From Mini AI PCs to Powerful AI Workstations

    The MSI AI PC Buyer’s Guide: From Mini AI PCs to Powerful AI Workstations

    Jul 07, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    MSI offers a range of AI-ready PCs from compact Cubi mini PCs to powerful PRO workstations. This guide helps you choose the right system based on desk space, performance needs, and AI features. Explore models like Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG with Intel Panther Lake or PRO DP400 AI for demanding workloads. Find the perfect MSI PC for your workflow.
    Prepare to expect less from your cheap AI subscription

    Prepare to expect less from your cheap AI subscription

    Jul 07, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Flat-rate AI subscriptions are becoming less generous as providers implement new restrictions. Anthropic is limiting Claude users' access to its powerful Fable model, while OpenAI keeps GPT-5.6 Sol exclusive. These changes reflect the financial unsustainability of unlimited plans, forcing users to expect reduced value from their monthly fees.
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