Drive to text

November 10, 2025

🧠 Drive to text: Elon Musk says Tesla may soon let you text while driving, because the self-driving is getting that good. “That’s what people already do,” he told shareholders. Well, he’s not wrong, but don’t text behind the wheel. Though the law still says keep your eyes on the road, Elon’s betting the tech will do fine without you. Yeah, much like the Tesla’s full self-driving mode that has killed people.

Tags: driving, Elon Musk, tech, Tesla, text

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🛣️ Your driver’s license is worth more than you think

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10 best true tech stories streaming

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You can keep the wizards and aliens. Give me a movie or series where something unbelievable actually happened.

Back by popular demand, I put together this list for you as proof that tech isn’t only lines of code and shiny gadgets. It’s ambition, hype, brilliance and, yeah, sometimes a total train wreck. You’re gonna want to see each one.

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⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Chromebook slowing down? Try a Powerwash. Go to Settings > System Preferences > Reset and follow the prompts. It’ll erase everything on your laptop, so back up your files to Google Drive or an external HDD first.

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Stop one-touch theft

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Tap-to-pay is slick, fast and super convenient until it isn’t. Scammers have figured out how to use that same technology to steal your money without you even knowing.

It’s called “ghost tapping,” and it’s spreading so fast, the BBB issued a major alert about it.

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Unleash your inner IT overlord

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I read every comment you leave at the end of this newsletter, and one theme always stands out: You want to know all the hidden things your tech can do!

Lucky for you, uncovering those “I had no idea!” moments is my superpower.

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🛋️ Browsing Facebook Marketplace? You might’ve noticed the algorithm showing items that sold weeks ago. To see what’s actually available, go to Marketplace on desktop, search for what you want, and under Filters, set Date listed to Last 7 days. Oh, and folks, if a profile says it “joined in 2025,” that’s not a seller, it’s a setup.

⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Having internet issues? Restart it the right way. Unplug your modem and router, wait 30 seconds, then plug in the modem first. When the lights are back, plug in the router and wait two minutes.

Been on Facebook for years? You might have a pile of unread DMs hiding in your Message requests folder. That’s where Meta keeps chats from anyone outside your friends list. To check, open the app and tap the Messenger icon > Settings > Message requests > You may know. Who knows, maybe a childhood friend is still waiting on a reply.

What did they say? It’s tough keeping up with all the new slang flying around on social media. That’s where Urban Dictionary saves the day. Look up any phrase your kids might drop, like “no cap” or “bussin.” The top-voted definitions appear first, so you’ll finally know if you’ve been complimented or roasted.

⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Want a clock on your Kindle? In a book, tap the Aa icon > More > and turn on Show Clock While Reading. The time will appear at the top of the screen.