Dude’s Thoughts
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Random musings on tech, sports, and happenings around the globe. Occasionally, a sprinkle of politics might make an appearance.
Random musings on tech, sports, and happenings around the globe. Occasionally, a sprinkle of politics might make an appearance.
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Oh, a week off from Bluesky was like a brain spa! Who knew?
No more following for those who just repost without adding their own genius thoughts.
Socials are for deep conversations, not mindless copying!
Let’s make socials thrilling and entertaining again! 😎
No more following for those who just repost without adding their own genius thoughts.
Socials are for deep conversations, not mindless copying!
Let’s make socials thrilling and entertaining again! 😎
Trump’s decision to yank a major greenhouse‑gas study is like pulling the rug out from under climate‑fighters, leaving the planet and its people exposed while giving fossil‑fuel giants a license to pollute even harder.
EPA should be ashamed of doing this! 🤬 #EPA #ClimateChange
EPA should be ashamed of doing this! 🤬 #EPA #ClimateChange
February 13, 2026 at 12:27 AM
Trump’s decision to yank a major greenhouse‑gas study is like pulling the rug out from under climate‑fighters, leaving the planet and its people exposed while giving fossil‑fuel giants a license to pollute even harder.
EPA should be ashamed of doing this! 🤬 #EPA #ClimateChange
EPA should be ashamed of doing this! 🤬 #EPA #ClimateChange
Honestly, I’m over the era of phones that act like nosy neighbors.
The upcoming iPhone 18 series promises a slew of shiny specs, but the real MVP is Limit Precise Location; finally a feature that respects my right to wander without broadcasting every turn.
Good thing I didn’t upgrade, yet.
The upcoming iPhone 18 series promises a slew of shiny specs, but the real MVP is Limit Precise Location; finally a feature that respects my right to wander without broadcasting every turn.
Good thing I didn’t upgrade, yet.
iPhone 18 Pro’s new C2 chip will bring three advantages over iPhone 17 - 9to5Mac
Apple is rumored to have a next-generation C2 chip coming to iPhone 18 Pro, here are three advantages the Apple-designed modem will bring.
9to5mac.com
February 12, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Honestly, I’m over the era of phones that act like nosy neighbors.
The upcoming iPhone 18 series promises a slew of shiny specs, but the real MVP is Limit Precise Location; finally a feature that respects my right to wander without broadcasting every turn.
Good thing I didn’t upgrade, yet.
The upcoming iPhone 18 series promises a slew of shiny specs, but the real MVP is Limit Precise Location; finally a feature that respects my right to wander without broadcasting every turn.
Good thing I didn’t upgrade, yet.
As a #podcast fan, I’m envious of people who can just hit “play” and let the episodes roll while they’re doing something else.
Being deaf makes it tough to keep up with podcasts with transcripts/videos because I’ve got a lot on my plate! 😏
Speaking of podcasts, what do you listen to? I’m curious!
Being deaf makes it tough to keep up with podcasts with transcripts/videos because I’ve got a lot on my plate! 😏
Speaking of podcasts, what do you listen to? I’m curious!
February 12, 2026 at 10:58 PM
As a #podcast fan, I’m envious of people who can just hit “play” and let the episodes roll while they’re doing something else.
Being deaf makes it tough to keep up with podcasts with transcripts/videos because I’ve got a lot on my plate! 😏
Speaking of podcasts, what do you listen to? I’m curious!
Being deaf makes it tough to keep up with podcasts with transcripts/videos because I’ve got a lot on my plate! 😏
Speaking of podcasts, what do you listen to? I’m curious!
Tech geeks love riffing on Apple’s AI missteps, especially the new Siri glitches.
Thankfully, Apple isn’t about to repeat the Apple Maps disaster that forced us onto Google Maps.
I’m relieved they’ve paused the next Siri rollout. Better to iron out the bugs.
Patience now = fewer headaches later.
Thankfully, Apple isn’t about to repeat the Apple Maps disaster that forced us onto Google Maps.
I’m relieved they’ve paused the next Siri rollout. Better to iron out the bugs.
Patience now = fewer headaches later.
February 11, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Tech geeks love riffing on Apple’s AI missteps, especially the new Siri glitches.
Thankfully, Apple isn’t about to repeat the Apple Maps disaster that forced us onto Google Maps.
I’m relieved they’ve paused the next Siri rollout. Better to iron out the bugs.
Patience now = fewer headaches later.
Thankfully, Apple isn’t about to repeat the Apple Maps disaster that forced us onto Google Maps.
I’m relieved they’ve paused the next Siri rollout. Better to iron out the bugs.
Patience now = fewer headaches later.
Resign, Pam.
Your Committee appearance felt more like a shouting match than a dignified AG briefing.
No apology to Epstein’s victims? That’s a missed empathy cue.
And ducking questions? It’s the classic “hide‑and‑seek with accountability” move.
Resign, Pam, you pathetic PoS trash. #PamBondi
Your Committee appearance felt more like a shouting match than a dignified AG briefing.
No apology to Epstein’s victims? That’s a missed empathy cue.
And ducking questions? It’s the classic “hide‑and‑seek with accountability” move.
Resign, Pam, you pathetic PoS trash. #PamBondi
February 11, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Resign, Pam.
Your Committee appearance felt more like a shouting match than a dignified AG briefing.
No apology to Epstein’s victims? That’s a missed empathy cue.
And ducking questions? It’s the classic “hide‑and‑seek with accountability” move.
Resign, Pam, you pathetic PoS trash. #PamBondi
Your Committee appearance felt more like a shouting match than a dignified AG briefing.
No apology to Epstein’s victims? That’s a missed empathy cue.
And ducking questions? It’s the classic “hide‑and‑seek with accountability” move.
Resign, Pam, you pathetic PoS trash. #PamBondi
February 9, 2026 at 3:16 AM
February 8, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Many Americans are dissing the athletes of the United States Olympics teams for EXERCISING their freedom of speech protected by the Constitution…
I fully support them and for any one that disses them, 🖕🏻!
I fully support them and for any one that disses them, 🖕🏻!
February 8, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Many Americans are dissing the athletes of the United States Olympics teams for EXERCISING their freedom of speech protected by the Constitution…
I fully support them and for any one that disses them, 🖕🏻!
I fully support them and for any one that disses them, 🖕🏻!
Lately I keep hearing folks say, “Give me the plain‑Jane phone from Google, Apple, or Samsung, skip the ‘Pro’ hype.”
So, are we all just chasing slick software while the hardware sits on the bench? #Tech #Smartphone #Apple #Google #Samsung
So, are we all just chasing slick software while the hardware sits on the bench? #Tech #Smartphone #Apple #Google #Samsung
February 8, 2026 at 5:40 AM
Lately I keep hearing folks say, “Give me the plain‑Jane phone from Google, Apple, or Samsung, skip the ‘Pro’ hype.”
So, are we all just chasing slick software while the hardware sits on the bench? #Tech #Smartphone #Apple #Google #Samsung
So, are we all just chasing slick software while the hardware sits on the bench? #Tech #Smartphone #Apple #Google #Samsung
Damn it, Apple.
You would have added Olympics on Apple Sports app, it would be much easier than going to internet or download some crappy app for Olympics. Ugh…
You would have added Olympics on Apple Sports app, it would be much easier than going to internet or download some crappy app for Olympics. Ugh…
February 6, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Damn it, Apple.
You would have added Olympics on Apple Sports app, it would be much easier than going to internet or download some crappy app for Olympics. Ugh…
You would have added Olympics on Apple Sports app, it would be much easier than going to internet or download some crappy app for Olympics. Ugh…
Give me a sec to scan the gossip radar…
Did Dallas and Washington pull a swap‑meet and exchange half their lineups, or am I watching a fantasy‑league blooper reel? #NBA
Did Dallas and Washington pull a swap‑meet and exchange half their lineups, or am I watching a fantasy‑league blooper reel? #NBA
February 4, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Give me a sec to scan the gossip radar…
Did Dallas and Washington pull a swap‑meet and exchange half their lineups, or am I watching a fantasy‑league blooper reel? #NBA
Did Dallas and Washington pull a swap‑meet and exchange half their lineups, or am I watching a fantasy‑league blooper reel? #NBA
@netflix.com
Are you friggin' kidding me?! 😡
How the F is this documentary film a Kids film?! FIX THIS!
Are you friggin' kidding me?! 😡
How the F is this documentary film a Kids film?! FIX THIS!
February 4, 2026 at 5:22 AM
@netflix.com
Are you friggin' kidding me?! 😡
How the F is this documentary film a Kids film?! FIX THIS!
Are you friggin' kidding me?! 😡
How the F is this documentary film a Kids film?! FIX THIS!
One thing that really shocked me is that on a Pixel you can still access the Quick Settings panel right from the lock screen!
My S25/iPhone keeps that inaccessible until I unlock the device.
That’s another solid reason to ditch Google Pixels if security and privacy matter to you. #Tech
My S25/iPhone keeps that inaccessible until I unlock the device.
That’s another solid reason to ditch Google Pixels if security and privacy matter to you. #Tech
February 4, 2026 at 5:01 AM
One thing that really shocked me is that on a Pixel you can still access the Quick Settings panel right from the lock screen!
My S25/iPhone keeps that inaccessible until I unlock the device.
That’s another solid reason to ditch Google Pixels if security and privacy matter to you. #Tech
My S25/iPhone keeps that inaccessible until I unlock the device.
That’s another solid reason to ditch Google Pixels if security and privacy matter to you. #Tech
Before I forget…
Happy Black History Month!
Happy Black History Month!
a group of people sitting in front of a blue background that says happy black history month
ALT: a group of people sitting in front of a blue background that says happy black history month
media.tenor.com
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 AM
Before I forget…
Happy Black History Month!
Happy Black History Month!
Moving to privacy‑first platforms is like swapping a regular coffee for espresso; requires a little adjustment, but the boost is undeniable.
Trust me, the extra buzz of security pays off. 😎
Trust me, the extra buzz of security pays off. 😎
January 31, 2026 at 8:14 AM
Moving to privacy‑first platforms is like swapping a regular coffee for espresso; requires a little adjustment, but the boost is undeniable.
Trust me, the extra buzz of security pays off. 😎
Trust me, the extra buzz of security pays off. 😎
I don’t give a damn who shows up in the Files.
What I do care about is seeing every single person linked to them arrested, prosecuted, and locked away. #EpsteinFiles
What I do care about is seeing every single person linked to them arrested, prosecuted, and locked away. #EpsteinFiles
January 30, 2026 at 11:26 PM
I don’t give a damn who shows up in the Files.
What I do care about is seeing every single person linked to them arrested, prosecuted, and locked away. #EpsteinFiles
What I do care about is seeing every single person linked to them arrested, prosecuted, and locked away. #EpsteinFiles
Noooo… 😔
Catherine O’Hara; iconic for her unforgettable roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice and the beloved Schitt’s Creek, has left us far too soon, at age of 71.
Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.
Catherine O’Hara; iconic for her unforgettable roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice and the beloved Schitt’s Creek, has left us far too soon, at age of 71.
Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.
January 30, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Noooo… 😔
Catherine O’Hara; iconic for her unforgettable roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice and the beloved Schitt’s Creek, has left us far too soon, at age of 71.
Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.
Catherine O’Hara; iconic for her unforgettable roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice and the beloved Schitt’s Creek, has left us far too soon, at age of 71.
Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.
Hate X?
Good news! “W” Social is on the horizon.
👀 Sneak a peek by joining the waitlist; your new favorite platform is just a click away.
wsocial.eu
Good news! “W” Social is on the horizon.
👀 Sneak a peek by joining the waitlist; your new favorite platform is just a click away.
wsocial.eu
W — Trust your feed
We believe in the need for a global, trusted social media platform owned, run, and hosted in Europe. W is built on verified human users, transparency, privacy, and free speech.
wsocial.eu
January 28, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Hate X?
Good news! “W” Social is on the horizon.
👀 Sneak a peek by joining the waitlist; your new favorite platform is just a click away.
wsocial.eu
Good news! “W” Social is on the horizon.
👀 Sneak a peek by joining the waitlist; your new favorite platform is just a click away.
wsocial.eu
Uncomfortable with Tim Cook?
Cancel #Apple services, liquidate any Apple holdings if willing to go that far, refrain yourself from buying any products from Apple and fire off a concise email to shareholders and the board to share your concerns.
Collective pressure works; your voice matters.
Cancel #Apple services, liquidate any Apple holdings if willing to go that far, refrain yourself from buying any products from Apple and fire off a concise email to shareholders and the board to share your concerns.
Collective pressure works; your voice matters.
January 28, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Uncomfortable with Tim Cook?
Cancel #Apple services, liquidate any Apple holdings if willing to go that far, refrain yourself from buying any products from Apple and fire off a concise email to shareholders and the board to share your concerns.
Collective pressure works; your voice matters.
Cancel #Apple services, liquidate any Apple holdings if willing to go that far, refrain yourself from buying any products from Apple and fire off a concise email to shareholders and the board to share your concerns.
Collective pressure works; your voice matters.
January 28, 2026 at 4:09 AM
If I want to pull the plug on Google, I might as well pull the plug on Android phones.
Sure, a handful of brands market “Google‑free” handsets, but they also yank the whole Google playground out from under you; Play Store, Maps, YouTube, etc.
So, am I prepared for life without Google? 🧐
Sure, a handful of brands market “Google‑free” handsets, but they also yank the whole Google playground out from under you; Play Store, Maps, YouTube, etc.
So, am I prepared for life without Google? 🧐
January 27, 2026 at 9:08 PM
If I want to pull the plug on Google, I might as well pull the plug on Android phones.
Sure, a handful of brands market “Google‑free” handsets, but they also yank the whole Google playground out from under you; Play Store, Maps, YouTube, etc.
So, am I prepared for life without Google? 🧐
Sure, a handful of brands market “Google‑free” handsets, but they also yank the whole Google playground out from under you; Play Store, Maps, YouTube, etc.
So, am I prepared for life without Google? 🧐
Dear Europe,
As an American tired of the monopoly of U.S. socials, I’m urging you to speed up the launch of European‑run alternatives. We need platforms that respect privacy, promote competition, and give users real choices.
Please make this a priority.
Yours truly, a frustrated American.
As an American tired of the monopoly of U.S. socials, I’m urging you to speed up the launch of European‑run alternatives. We need platforms that respect privacy, promote competition, and give users real choices.
Please make this a priority.
Yours truly, a frustrated American.
January 27, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Dear Europe,
As an American tired of the monopoly of U.S. socials, I’m urging you to speed up the launch of European‑run alternatives. We need platforms that respect privacy, promote competition, and give users real choices.
Please make this a priority.
Yours truly, a frustrated American.
As an American tired of the monopoly of U.S. socials, I’m urging you to speed up the launch of European‑run alternatives. We need platforms that respect privacy, promote competition, and give users real choices.
Please make this a priority.
Yours truly, a frustrated American.
The race to find a TikTok replacement for Americans and users worldwide is already under way.
Among the contenders are Skylight Social, Monnett Social, Flashes, and UpScrolled.
I’ve signed up for all of them, but I’m curious: which platform are you currently using?
Among the contenders are Skylight Social, Monnett Social, Flashes, and UpScrolled.
I’ve signed up for all of them, but I’m curious: which platform are you currently using?
January 27, 2026 at 1:29 AM
The race to find a TikTok replacement for Americans and users worldwide is already under way.
Among the contenders are Skylight Social, Monnett Social, Flashes, and UpScrolled.
I’ve signed up for all of them, but I’m curious: which platform are you currently using?
Among the contenders are Skylight Social, Monnett Social, Flashes, and UpScrolled.
I’ve signed up for all of them, but I’m curious: which platform are you currently using?