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How Turkey Hacked the Hair Transplant Industry
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How Turkey Hacked the Hair Transplant Industry

Turkey dominates the global hair transplant market through tech innovation, from specialized surgical motors to machine learning algorithms. The industry has become a billion-dollar operation built on constant technical advancement.

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Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless review: Worth the wait
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Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless review: Worth the wait

Sennheiser's Momentum 5 Wireless headphones finally match the ANC performance of Bose and Sony while delivering the audio quality the brand is known for. A solid option if you've been waiting for Sennheiser to catch up.

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Twitch creators will soon be able to stream in horizontal and vertical formats simultaneously
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Twitch creators will soon be able to stream in horizontal and vertical formats simultaneously

Twitch is rolling out Dual Format streaming, letting creators broadcast in both horizontal and vertical orientations at once. Announced at TwitchCon Europe, it's designed to reach viewers on different devices without forcing streamers to choose one format.

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Apple TV 4K on track to break a record no one wants to see happen
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Apple TV 4K on track to break a record no one wants to see happen

Apple's TV 4K box from 2022 might become the longest-running model without an update, and customers aren't happy about the wait.

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Upcoming Beats headphones teased by Lamine Yamal: New design, pink colorway
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Upcoming Beats headphones teased by Lamine Yamal: New design, pink colorway

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal just teased unreleased Beats headphones (model A3577) on Instagram. Apple's working on new over-ear cans, likely the next Beats Studio Pro, with a fresh design and pink colorway ahead of the World Cup.

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Here's one of my feature requests for Visual Intelligence in iOS 27
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Here's one of my feature requests for Visual Intelligence in iOS 27

Visual Intelligence started with Camera Control, expanded to screenshots in iOS 26, and users want Apple to push it further in iOS 27. The feature shows how AI vision tools are becoming core to mobile workflows.

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Making sense of the debate over AI psychosis
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Making sense of the debate over AI psychosis

Tech CEOs might be especially susceptible to AI hype and delusion. We break down what 'AI psychosis' means and why it matters for anyone building with or investing in AI tools.

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Apple will pay $250 million for failing to deliver its AI-powered Siri on time
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Apple will pay $250 million for failing to deliver its AI-powered Siri on time

Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class action lawsuit over delayed AI features for Siri. The case was filed in California over the company's failure to deliver promised capabilities on schedule.

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Apple AI glasses launch pushed back to late 2027, Vision Air to arrive by 2029: report
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Apple AI glasses launch pushed back to late 2027, Vision Air to arrive by 2029: report

Apple's AI smart glasses won't arrive until late 2027, a year later than planned. A lighter Vision Pro called Vision Air might follow in 2028 or 2029.

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Report: New Apple TV, HomePod mini set to launch this fall; Siri Remote ‘refresh' possible
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Report: New Apple TV, HomePod mini set to launch this fall; Siri Remote ‘refresh' possible

Apple is reportedly planning to release updated Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini this fall, primarily as chip upgrades. The Apple TV may also get a refreshed Siri Remote, and both devices could launch alongside next-gen Siri in iOS 27.

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Here's why the failure of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is so catastrophic
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Here's why the failure of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is so catastrophic

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a static-fire test Thursday night, sending debris across Florida's coast. Recovery teams are assessing damage to facilities as the company faces a major setback.

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M-Audio M Track Duo HD Producer Pack Review: Hot Takes, Cold Opens
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M-Audio M Track Duo HD Producer Pack Review: Hot Takes, Cold Opens

M-Audio's M-Track Duo HD Producer Pack is a complete audio setup that eliminates excuses for poor sound quality in content creation, though it won't fix bad takes.

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Wi-Fi Router vs. Mesh System: Which Is Best for You?
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Wi-Fi Router vs. Mesh System: Which Is Best for You?

Choosing between a traditional Wi-Fi router and a mesh system depends on your home's size and layout. Single routers work fine for smaller spaces, while mesh systems eliminate dead zones in larger homes.

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Joby Demonstrated its Air Taxi in Manhattan, but You Can’t Fly in It Yet
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Joby Demonstrated its Air Taxi in Manhattan, but You Can’t Fly in It Yet

Joby Aviation showed off its electric air taxi in Manhattan as part of a push to replace helicopters with quieter, electric aircraft. The vehicles still need to clear extensive safety testing before passengers can actually book flights.

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Indie App Spotlight: ‘NextThere’ helps you navigate public transit with rich insights
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Indie App Spotlight: ‘NextThere’ helps you navigate public transit with rich insights

NextThere is a new indie app that makes public transit navigation easier by showing historical data on delays and on-time performance. It's designed for both tourists and daily commuters who want better transit info than standard map apps provide.

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SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to build French data centers
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SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to build French data centers

SoftBank is committing up to €75 billion to build data centers in France, aiming for 5 gigawatts of additional capacity. It's one of the largest AI infrastructure bets in Europe yet.

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Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone
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Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone

Quantum computing advances are bringing us closer to Q-Day, when current encryption breaks. The 2012 Flame malware attack on Microsoft's update system shows what happens when crypto algorithms fail, and experts say we're heading for a similar crisis.

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Tello Mobile Plan Review (2026): Low Cost, Reliable Service
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Tello Mobile Plan Review (2026): Low Cost, Reliable Service

Tello Mobile offers budget prepaid cell phone plans that deliver reliable service without sacrificing quality, according to hands-on testing. A practical option as consumers look to cut costs during inflation.

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Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started
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Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started

Ferrari's first EV, the Luce, is facing serious backlash from fans who say it abandons the brand's heritage. The luxury carmaker positioned it as competition for Chinese EVs, but the reception suggests they miscalculated.

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Pornhub is unblocking UK users who verify their age with Apple
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Pornhub is unblocking UK users who verify their age with Apple

Pornhub is letting UK users back on the site if they verify their age through Apple's system. It's a test case for how tech platforms might handle age verification without government-issued IDs.

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I put Google's 24/7 AI assistant Gemini Spark to work, and it's actually pretty useful
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I put Google's 24/7 AI assistant Gemini Spark to work, and it's actually pretty useful

Google's new Gemini Spark runs as a persistent AI assistant that can automate tasks like inbox summaries and event planning. It works, but it's puzzling why this needed to be a separate product from regular Gemini.

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Kiwibit’s AI-powered bird feeder is my new backyard buddy
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Kiwibit’s AI-powered bird feeder is my new backyard buddy

Kiwibit's smart bird feeder combines AI-powered species recognition with gamified collection mechanics, turning backyard birdwatching into an app-based experience that feels like Pokémon Go for nature enthusiasts.

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How one founder’s bet on ‘the old school web’ is paying off
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How one founder’s bet on ‘the old school web’ is paying off

Former Meta engineer Craig Campbell turned down VC money for AI startups to build a website business instead. His company, Past Maps, is thriving by focusing on old-school web fundamentals.

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AI grifters are creating fake Black people to sell Shein junk
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AI grifters are creating fake Black people to sell Shein junk

AI-generated fake influencers are flooding TikTok with emotional appeals to sell dropshipped products, including personas pretending to be Black creators with handmade goods that are actually mass-produced items.

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