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I've tested hundreds of gadgets over the years - these 10 I always keep handy

My everyday carry includes these 10 portable, highly practical tools. Allow me to take you on a tour.

· 28 days ago· The Next Web

Blossom Health raises $20 million to put AI copilots alongside psychiatrists

Blossom Health, a New York-based telepsychiatry startup founded in 2024, has raised $20 million in combined seed and Series A funding to scale an AI-powered platform that pairs psychiatrists with clinical copilots and automated administrative support. The round was led by Headline, whose co-founder

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I love Sony's latest headphones. But its older ones are nearly as good (and cheaper)

Amazon is discounting the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones during its Big Spring Sale. They're 25% off.

· 28 days ago· The Next Web

OpenAI shelves erotic ChatGPT after staff, investors, & advisors revolt

OpenAI has shelved its plans to add an erotic “adult mode” to ChatGPT indefinitely, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, capping a five-month saga in which the feature was announced with confidence, delayed twice, and ultimately abandoned after pushback from staff, advisors, and investors. The

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This robot mower took care of my lawn for months - and it's currently $300 off

Segway's Navimow X3 ranks among the best robot lawn mowers I've tested for its superior navigation and reliability.

Amazon Spring Sale live blog 2026: Tracking the biggest price drops all week

We're live-tracking the best Amazon Spring Sale deals over 60% off on home, tech, and more, as the sale continues this week.

This quirky little device solved my biggest gripe with my Apple Watch

If you're struggling to keep your Apple Watch charged like I was, this charger by Iniu is a compelling power solution.

I was skeptical of this inflatable solar-powered lantern, but it's become a staple

These LuminAID PackLite Nova inflatable solar camping lights are just as useful for camping, BBQs, or during an emergency.

The fundamental reason why YouTube with ads isn't worth it - even if it's free

There's a growing list of reasons why it's becoming a better deal to just pay for YouTube Premium.

Supreme Court rejects Sony's attempt to kick music pirates off the Internet

Sony's 1984 Betamax win helps Cox beat Sony in important online piracy case.

WhatsApp can now draft AI-generated responses based on your conversations

The Meta-owned messaging platform is also launching a way to free up space, the ability to touch up photos with Meta AI, and more.

Nintendo's physical Switch 2 games will soon cost more than digital copies

The first physical game affected will cost $10 more than a digital copy.

Meta, YouTube must pay $3M to woman who got hooked on apps as a child

Meta emerges as the biggest loser as second child safety trial verdict hits.

A major hacking tool has leaked online, putting millions of iPhones at risk. Here’s what you need to know.

Here’s what we know, and what you need to know, about Coruna and DarkSword, two advanced iPhone hacking tools discovered by security researchers. DarkSword has now leaked online.

We got an audience with the "Lunar Viceroy" to talk how NASA will build a Moon base

"It has been clear that we all need to be focused on one thing, not 10 things."

Reddit will require "fishy" accounts to verify they are run by a human

AI-generated content is still acceptable for now.

Why hiring the weirdos works

When you’re building at breakneck speed, hiring a trusted team is crucial for an early-stage startup. Bland CEO and co-founder Isaiah Granet has tactical advice on how the company managed to find hidden talent in unlikely places.

Here is NASA's plan for nuking Gateway and sending it to Mars

Only one US-built nuclear reactor has ever flown in space, and that was more than 60 years ago.

BRINC's new police drone uses Starlink, carries Narcan, chases vehicles at 60mph

Company calls Guardian the "most capable 911 response drone ever.”

Silicon Valley’s two biggest dramas have intersected: LiteLLM and Delve

LiteLLM offers an AI open source project used by millions that was infected by credential harvesting malware.