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Last updated: May 13, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Social Media & Streaming

X introduced a new feature allowing users to access a private hub containing their saved bookmarks, likes, and long-form videos, a move suggesting the platform is prioritizing content curation and user retention after recent platform shifts. This organizational tool arrives as competitor Netflix continues to expand its ad-supported business, reporting that its lower-priced tier now commands a substantial base of 250 million monthly active users globally. The success of the ad tier underscores the broader industry pivot toward monetizing lower-ARPU customers through integrated advertising solutions.

Consumer Tech & Hardware

Reports have surfaced indicating that Amazon is not pursuing further smartphone development, a decision likely informed by the disappointing market reception of the 2014 Fire phone, which failed to gain traction against established ecosystems. Shifting focus to niche home goods, KitchenAid unveiled its inaugural smart thermometer, offering consumers both single and dual-probe models designed to integrate cooking data into smart kitchen platforms. Furthermore, owners of the legacy Steam Controller might encounter an auditory anomaly, as reports confirm the device contains a Wilhelm scream sound effect that can trigger upon impact or dropping.