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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · 17d

The millennial toolbox is full of vibes.

The Verge @theverge.com · 18d

Hoto put a lo-fi torque display on its new cordless screwdriver

More power, more bits, more screens.

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · 17d

Just had our first family stay at a resort booked through Amex Travel and it was awesome. Early check-in and late checkout made travel with a kid stress-free. The $100 credit covered lunch, and free breakfast kept our little one fueled all day. Can’t wait for that next $300 credit! #AmexTravel

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · 18d

Anyone else with a cellular Apple Watch see texts go out as RCS instead of iMessage when away from their iPhone? My wife’s on iPhone too, but if I’m only on watch cellular it defaults to RCS. Bug or setup issue? #AppleWatch

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · 24d

Apple letting 2FA codes from texts work in apps outside of Safari is one of my favorite parts of iOS 26 and macOS Taco. Funny thing is, it also gives me one less reason to use Safari, since that used to be the main reason I stuck with it.

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Aug 11

It’s about time banks of all places started implementing passkeys.

What other banks have it? So far Wells Fargo is the only one of my other banks that offer it.

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Aug 9

If you’re looking for a tester let me know! Love me a new web browser

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 23

Curious to see what this does to those carrier cell phone protection plans.

Are you signing up for this!?

www.apple.com/newsroom/202...

Apple introduces AppleCare One, streamlining coverage into a single plan - Apple

Apple today unveiled AppleCare One, a new way for customers to cover multiple Apple products with one simple plan.

www.apple.com

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 20

It’s called Ploopy lol

Also trying this @openvibe.social crosspost feature.

The Verge @theverge.com · Jul 4

The Ploopy Knob is an open-source control dial for your PC

A big scroll wheel for your PC.

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 20

Rearranged my setup as I catch up on work emails after being out for a few weeks.

Going to switch from my ultrawide to this 32inch LG 4K monitor. Everything is so crispy!

#desksetups

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 17

I still chuckle every time I remember that I get Peacock for free through Instacart+, which I got for free through my Chase Sapphire Reserve, which is definitely not free.

Crap, I’m really overpaying for Peacock, aren’t I?

The Verge @theverge.com · Jul 17

Peacock is raising its price by $3

Another Peacock price hike.

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 17

The retractable cables! 👀

The Verge @theverge.com · Jul 17

Anker’s new charging station battles desktop clutter with two retractable USB-C cables

Now you see them, now you don’t.

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jul 17

As a dad, few things are better than a clean and shiny stainless steel pan with the nasal afterburn of barkeepers friend.

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · May 31

Not sure why I get in my feels each time a read-later app goes away. Anyway, are the alternatives I would suggest for folks impacted by Pocket shutting down.

www.itschrishuerta.com/pocket-app-a...

Pocket Is Shutting Down. Here Are My Picks for Read-It-Later Alternatives

Pocket is shutting down, and it feels like the end of an era. If you’re looking for alternatives to save, read, and organize articles, here are some of the best read-later apps, whether you’re a bookmark hoarder or a highlight-loving note-taker.

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · May 31

@reckless.bsky.social party speakers are alive and well at the Bunker Hill Costco in Houston. Note the POWERFUL BASS BOOST

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Apr 19

I’m planning my next trip using Mind Trip and it’s been a great experience thus far! AI supported travel planning is one of those use cases that just makes sense and it’s good to see something out there that puts it to good use.

mindtrip.ai

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Mar 12

I’m interested!

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Mar 12

Do we really need cellular on MacBooks?

https://www.itschrishuerta.com/cellular-macbooks-c1-chip/

Cellular Macs Could Change Everything. Or Nothing At All

Apple may bring cellular connectivity to MacBooks, but would it be a game-changer? I have a cellular iPad and Apple Watch, yet I rarely use their connectivity. Would a 5G Mac be any different or just another costly add-on?

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Mar 11

I spent the last day or so figuring out how to add my Qolsys alarm and sensors to Home Kit through Home Assistant. That was a struggle until I realized I could do it with Homebridge, instead!

https://www.itschrishuerta.com/how-to-add-your-qolsys-alarm-to-apple-homekit-with-homebridge-2025/

How to Add Your Qolsys Alarm to Apple HomeKit with Homebridge

Learn how I integrated my Qolsys Alarm Panel with Apple HomeKit using Homebridge for instant, reliable smart home control. Get step-by-step instructions and unlock powerful automations, seamless control, and real-time sensor notifications. Elevate your smart home experience today!

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Mar 9

Tried OpenAI's Operator. I see the potential, but right now, it's painful watching a computer fumble through something I could do faster myself.

Have you seen it handle anything useful without needing constant babysitting?

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Feb 25

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Feb 16

Paying subscriber. Add that to any metric you have hahaha

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Feb 16

Just downloaded some iPad apps to use on my Mac thinking it would be fine. It's fine. Not a great experience, but a fine one.

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Feb 16

It’s been that long since the government promised a website…

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Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Feb 16

My wife just sent me a link to a @theverge.com quick post 😍

Chris Huerta @itschrishuerta.com · Jan 9

It was Waymo enjoyable than an Uber.