Beef, smartphones, and health insurance: 8 items that will cost more in 2026
Rising Costs in 2026: What to Expect These days, it certainly feels like everything is costing more. In 2025, we saw significant increases in costs for food, healthcare, and utilities, amid ongoing worries about the rising cost of living. As some economists pointed out recently, while there’s hope for improvement in the U.S. economy in […]
Private school in Australia prohibits smartphones, advises parents to purchase Nokia flip phones.
School Bans Smartphones for Students A private school in Sydney has decided to prohibit primary students from using smartphones starting next year, suggesting that parents consider purchasing Nokia flip phones instead. Cranbrook School, located in Bellevue Hill, announced this decision in light of the new government policy that bans social media use for those under […]
How smartphones put your children at risk of predators and why action is needed from Congress
Smartphones and Child Safety in 2025 Handing a smartphone to a child in 2025 feels a lot like sending them into a junkyard and claiming it’s a playground. Sure, there are useful tools in the mix, but only for those who know how to navigate the chaos. Adults typically come with knowledge, awareness, and a […]
Family pictures exploited in fraudulent cloud storage scheme affecting smartphones
A New Smartphone Scam Regarding Storage Alerts A recent scam is spreading across smartphones, catching many users off guard. Scammers are sending fake alerts that claim your “cloud storage is full” or that “photos have been deleted,” urging you to upgrade to avoid losing your pictures and videos. These messages look urgent and mimic well-known […]
More alarming than anything Orwell envisioned: The transformation of smartphones into tools for the government
Invasion of Privacy: The Hidden Surveillance of Smart Devices Many are aware that their smart devices monitor them during online shopping or social media interactions, but few grasp the extent of this surveillance. It appears these gadgets can actually discern our personality traits, meticulously note our everyday habits, and even deduce which side of the […]
Megyn Kelly and Stu Burguiere: Smartphones, lack of God, no soul — the left’s decline in humanity
Controversial Reactions to Political Violence There’s been quite a lot of chaos lately, particularly on one end of the political spectrum. Death threats, celebrations of violence, and protests have dominated the narrative. It’s interesting, isn’t it? Traditionally, Democrats stand for tolerance and inclusivity. So, why does the left seem so aggressively hostile at times? It […]
Experiencing life through devices: Black Rifle Coffee co-founder expresses concern that smartphones are harming our thoughts and memories
Impact of Smartphones on Modern Life Smartphones have increasingly dominated daily existence over the last decade. Nowadays, it seems rare for someone to work, engage in leisure activities, or even step outside without their device, to the point where many individuals feel as if they’re living vicariously through their screens. This reliance has potential negative […]
Apple is declining — will smartphones be affected next?
Shifts in Apple’s Narrative and Challenges Ahead Apple has established a distinct California vibe, showcasing products that are clean, controlled, and intuitive. For two decades, holding an iPhone meant holding a sleek glass-and-aluminum artifact, a symbol of the future. However, with the rise of generative AI, this carefully curated image is starting to unravel. The […]
Google pokes fun at Apple’s challenges with AI while introducing the Pixel 10 smartphones.
Google Unveils Pixel 10 Smartphones with Advanced AI Features On Wednesday, Google revealed a new series of Pixel smartphones that come packed with enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities. These innovations aim to streamline everything from accessing crucial information on your device to enhancing photos as they’re being taken. This move with the four Pixel 10 models […]
Your virtual assistant is on the way: Glenn Beck forecasts ‘AI agents’ will compete with smartphones in a year
AI Personal Assistants: A Future Reality? When we picture individuals who manage meetings, dinner reservations, and flight bookings, it’s easy to think they cater only to the wealthy or influential. But in about a year, there’s a belief—popularized by Glen Beck—that “AI Agents” or digital personal assistants will soon be commonplace for many. Just imagine […]