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Brevity is Next to Godliness.

Joined November 2006
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macpro@macpro
Jun 15
Every Steven Spielberg movie ranked. indiewire.com/lists/best-ste…

Every Steven Spielberg Movie, Ranked from Worst to Best

The best Steven Spielberg movies include Disclosure Day, ET, Indiana Jones, Jaws, Schindler's List, Jurassic Park, The Fabelmans, and more.

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macpro@macpro
Jun 14
Editing your PDF files for free. xda-developers.com/i-started…

I started editing all my PDF files with this free, self-hosted tool, and I’m not going back

The free PDF editor I can’t live without

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Side load YouTube app substitute New Pipe on your Android device makeuseof.com/newpipe-best-y…

The official YouTube app is not the best way to watch YouTube on Android

This free app does YouTube better

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There may not be that much hope for phones with removable batteries. Sad that the EU amended the battery rule. phonearena.com/news/smartpho…

Smartphones must have user-replaceable batteries by 2027. But not your iPhone. Here's why

The rules for batteries are changing from 2027. See how they will (or will not) affect you.

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Owners of dangerous dogs should not be allowed to own dogs. Dogs who have caused bodily harm should be put to death with owners facing criminal charges. bigislandnow.com/2026/05/31/…

Her dad’s death led to tougher penalties for dangerous dog owners in Hawaiʻi. Now her daughter...

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macpro@macpro
May 30
Why Every Night Photographer Should Own a Nifty Fifty I have two for my Canons EF and RF old ones for my Minolta 35mm SLRs #fstoppers fstoppers.com/astrophotograp…

Why Every Night Photographer Needs a 50mm | Fstoppers

A 50mm fast lens deserves a spot in your night photography kit. Discover why the affordable Nifty Fifty outperforms ultra-wide lenses for celestial work, portraits, and intentional compositions with...

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macpro@macpro
May 23
We should have the right to fix things we own. theconversation.com/todays-b…

Today’s bans on DIY repairs of everything from cell phones to tractors grew out of Hollywood’s fear...

Efforts to use technology to police copyright evolved into companies using copyright law to lock people out of repairing their own devices.

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macpro@macpro
May 22
Google cutting on free space????? androidpolice.com/google-is-…

Google is cutting free storage limits, but I found an alternative that doesn't require a subscrip...

You don't need to rely on cloud storage solutions

androidpolice.com
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macpro@macpro
May 16
Canon software update. digitalcameraworld.com/tech/…

Canon launches firmware updates for 7 mirrorless cameras – with major upgrades for flagship models

From improved system stability to the first major update for Action Priority mode, Canon's latest firmware rollout brings a range of quality-of-life improvements across its mirrorless lineup

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May 15
FOX News Dominates News Landscape in April with Record Digital Numbers Topping CNN, CBS, NBC, ABC, & More cordcuttersnews.com/fox-news…

FOX News Dominates News Landscape in April with Record Digital Numbers Topping CNN, CBS, NBC, ABC,...

FOX News Digital achieved the highest performance among major news outlets in total digital multiplatform unique visitors, views, and minutes during April, according to data from Comscore. The outlet...

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macpro@macpro
May 16
Google's grip is slipping: Why I moved my entire life to an open source browser androidpolice.com/googles-gr…

Google's grip is slipping: Why I moved my entire life to an open source browser

After the 4GB AI install, I moved my browsing off Chrome to Firefox

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macpro@macpro
May 15
Google fooling around with free 15GB data storage. May go to only 5GB if you don't provide a phone number. Ugh! androidauthority.com/google-…

The era of 15GB free Gmail storage is ending (Update: Google responds)

Google is testing a 5GB free storage limit for new Gmail accounts unless users add a phone number to unlock the full 15GB.

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macpro@macpro
May 14
Well-played: I checked out my first song, top listens, and all-time hits since my first day on Spotify, 7/17/11. Find yours at Your Party of The Year(s)! open.spotify.com/presents/pa…

Your Party Of The Year(s)

Pick your favorite all-time listening stats to share with the world.

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macpro@macpro
May 11
The Best APS-C Camera for Travel Photography thephoblographer.com/2026/05…

The Only APS-C Camera Travel Photographers Need

Travel photography is an exciting genre, and there are some cameras that can do better than others. Here's how.

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macpro@macpro
May 10
FCC Attempts to Solve Robocall Problem by Potentially Creating Even Bigger Privacy Problem Our privacy is once again threatened. gizmodo.com/fcc-attempts-to-… via @Gizmodo

FCC Attempts to Solve Robocall Problem by Potentially Creating Even Bigger Privacy Problem

This move could kill burner phones if it goes forward.

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macpro@macpro
May 10
Stop pretending your Google Drive is a backup strategy share.google/oFq4HgiOtvtXevs…

Stop pretending your Google Drive is a backup strategy

Everyone knows the "golden rule" of PC backups (why even tech experts secretly ignore it)

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macpro@macpro
Apr 25
The Kodak Snapic by Reto may be a good simple film camera to check out petapixel.com/2026/04/25/kod…

Kodak Snapic A1 Review: Charming, Simple, Fun

Reto usually makes very simple cameras but they never lack for charm. The Kodak Snapic A1 is cheap and cheerful to the extreme.

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macpro@macpro
Apr 25
10 off Grid Gadgets - I like the phone and radio. yankodesign.com/2026/04/22/1…

10 Best Gadgets & Tools That Make Going Off-Grid Feel Like an Upgrade - Yanko Design

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIBUCMmcdrc There's a version of going off-grid that means giving things up — signal, comfort, hot coffee, reliable light. Then there's the version a new wave of...

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macpro@macpro
Apr 22
I would prefer a non glued easy to replace battery sealed in batteries suck. xda-developers.com/googles-p…

Google's Pixel 11 might feature a removable battery — but not how you'd expect

A patent filing outlines a metal battery enclosure and a snap-in mechanism.

xda-developers.com
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macpro@macpro
Apr 16
Gotta stake my claim in this class action lawsuit. cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-…

Used an Android Phone After 2017? You Might Get Part of Google's $135 Million Settlement

Millions of Android owners could receive a payment of up to $100.

cnet.com
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