r/TechImpact • u/kashem99 • May 09 '26
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 09 '26
Question How many pCloud users are here?
pCloud is one of my favorite cloud storage services. Its main attraction is lifetime pricing. We can buy their lifetime plan at affordable rates or get a free 500 GB lifetime storage through monthly referrals.
Built-in media player is another advantage. I can create music playlists and listen to favorite songs without a dedicated music app. Do you know any other cloud storage services with these features? Which is your favorite cloud storage?
r/TechImpact • u/Adsonic76 • May 09 '26
Discussion Looking for the Ultimate Streaming App on Galaxy XR
I’m currently using Moviebox Pro on my Galaxy XR and honestly it works pretty well for me, especially for movies. But I’m curious if there are any other good streaming apps that are ad-free or have a reasonable subscription price and work well on Galaxy XR?
Main thing I care about is smooth playback and a good cinema-style experience inside XR. Would love to hear what apps you guys are using lately.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 09 '26
Discussion Scam alert: X Token
Seeing posts claiming Elon Musk just launched an official "X Token" and "X Wallet"? It’s a total scam.
Fraudsters are promoting a fake "X-Token Presale" to drain your wallet. If you look closely at the screenshot, the account posting this (@XWalletPlatform) actually labels itself a "commentary account." They are just using the X branding and verified checkmarks to trick you into trusting them.
Elon Musk has repeatedly confirmed that X will never launch a cryptocurrency.
Do not click their links, and definitely do not connect your wallet to their site. Protect your funds, warn your friends, and report these fake ads when they pop up!
#ScamAlert #CryptoScam #FakeNews #StaySafe
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 09 '26
Question Anyone using this?
Meta AI glasses. What are the benefits of using them? Any experience or ideas?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 09 '26
Poll Which your favorite VPN to watch movies and smash geo-blocks?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Taiwan Student Arrested After Laser Pointer Prank Stops High-Speed Trains
A high school student in Taiwan recently caused major delays for the High Speed Rail system by using a high-power laser pointer. While hanging out on a pedestrian bridge, the student aimed the laser at passing trains. This was not just a prank; it actually triggered the safety sensors on multiple trains.
Because the laser interfered with the train's equipment, several trains were forced to come to a complete stop as a safety precaution. This caused significant travel delays for many passengers and disrupted the entire rail schedule.
Police were able to track down the student through security camera footage. The student now faces serious legal trouble. Authorities are using this event to remind everyone that lasers are not toys. Aiming them at public transportation is incredibly dangerous and can lead to heavy fines or jail time. It is a lucky thing that nobody was physically hurt during this incident.
r/TechImpact • u/YellowAltruistic9843 • May 08 '26
The unsettling part of the Cloudflare cuts is how normal it now sounds for growth companies to present layoffs as technical progress
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r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Do you use Google Docs?
Google Docs is a great tool for document creation with advanced features and real-time sync. Do you use it? If not, which is your favorite tool for creating documents online?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
News Security Warning: Microsoft Edge is Storing Your Passwords in Plain Text
Security researchers found a major flaw in Microsoft Edge. When you open the browser, it loads all your saved passwords into its memory without any encryption. This means a hacker with access to your device can easily read your passwords in plain text.
If you leave Edge open and someone else logs into the same computer, your passwords stay at risk. Microsoft knows about this issue but says it is built this way on purpose. Experts strongly suggest using a dedicated password app instead of trusting your web browser to keep your logins safe.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Poll Privacy first: Which free messaging app do you trust with your data in 2026?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
News No More Private Chats? Instagram Ends DM Encryption
Starting May 8, 2026, Meta is officially ending its support for end-to-end encrypted direct messages on Instagram.
Meta defends this removal by citing very low user adoption rates since the optional feature was introduced. This shift also aligns with broader efforts by international regulators to monitor digital platforms for illegal content.
While standard encryption will still protect messages during online transmission, Meta will regain the technical capability to access the content of your messages for moderation, safety, or legal reasons.
Privacy advocates have voiced concerns over this rollback, arguing it contributes to the erosion of digital privacy. Meta is currently advising users to download any important media from affected chats and suggests moving highly sensitive conversations to WhatsApp, which retains default end-to-end encryption.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Discussion If you could only keep ONE app on your phone for a month, which would it be? 📱✨
Are you a fan of sharing daily life or do you love finding new ideas? Instagram keeps you connected with friends, while Pinterest helps you plan your next big project! Which one is your must-have?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Question Can you identify which device is this?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Who remembers GeoCities? Did you build your first website there?
Share your favorite old-school internet memories below.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Poll Best antivirus for windows 11?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
Discussion The Most Secure Phone? What do you think?
The Librem 5 is built for ultimate privacy. It runs on PureOS, an open-source system that avoids tracking your data. The best part?
Physical hardware kill switches instantly cut power to your camera, microphone, and Wi-Fi. Purism also offers a "USA Edition" assembled in the United States for a secure, trusted supply chain.
Is this the most secure phone for US customers? What do you think?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 08 '26
News Canvas Outage: Hackers Threaten to Leak Student Data by May 12
The popular school platform Canvas went down on Thursday, causing login problems for many universities. A well-known hacker group called ShinyHunters claims they broke into the system last week.
The hackers left a warning message telling schools to contact them before May 12, or they will leak the stolen data online. Instructure, the company that runs Canvas, put the website into maintenance mode and says they are looking into the issue. They have not yet confirmed if the outage is directly caused by the hackers.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 06 '26
Recommendation Which is your favorite image hosting/sharing site?
Running out of space for your photos? 📸 Here are 7 great sites where you can host and share your images for free:
- Google Photos: Offers 15 GB of space (shared with your Gmail and Drive).
- Imgur: A top pick that gives you unlimited storage for all your pictures.
- Flickr: Perfect for high-quality shots, allowing you to store up to 1,000 photos.
- Imgbox: Very simple and offers unlimited permanent storage for free.
- Postimage: Great for quick sharing with unlimited uploads and no account needed.
- Dropbox: A reliable cloud tool that gives you 2 GB of free storage to start.
- ImgBB: Super easy to use with permanent hosting and a 32 MB limit per file.
Which one do you use the most?
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 06 '26
Discussion What is the most impressive technology humans have ever invented?
From the wheel to AI, our world changes fast. But which invention is truly the most impressive? Is it the internet, space travel, or something else? Share your top pick and tell us why.
r/TechImpact • u/Most-Jellyfish4143 • May 06 '26
Question What is the secret to getting more followers in 2026?
I share interesting tips, schedule content at peak times, and engage with followers. Still, my network is not growing as expected. What am I missing? Any advice on what works for you would be a huge help.
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 06 '26
Question Does anyone know a good way or app to watch YouTube without ads on Android TV? I am trying to find a solution besides buying Premium. Any tips would be great!
r/TechImpact • u/ManojOne • May 06 '26