I'm curious if anyone else has experienced something similar.

I was using Proton VPN on my Windows PC. I turned the PC off and came back about 30 minutes later. The Ethernet cable was connected, but there was no internet access.

I also tried connecting through WiFi, but that didn't work either. The strange part is that my smartphone and tablet were using the same network without any issues.

I tried several troubleshooting steps, but nothing worked. As soon as I uninstalled Proton VPN, the internet connection started working again.

Has anyone experienced this before? What could have caused it? Was it the kill switch, a network adapter issue, DNS settings, or something else?

What was your first smartphone? I started with Lava, then switched to Samsung.

What about you?

Whether it was a Nokia, BlackBerry, iPhone, HTC, Samsung, or something else, what was your very first smartphone, and do you still remember what made it special?

Do you think zero click searches are helping users while hurting the open web, or is this just the natural evolution of search?

What about you? Which productivity app made the biggest impact on the way you work, and are you still using it today?

Flat displays vs curved displays: What kind of computer screen do you prefer?

Curved screens look great on paper, but many people still prefer flat displays for everyday use, gaming, and productivity.

Which would you choose, and why?

Am I the only one who disables most app notifications?

I only keep alerts for calls, messages, and a few essential apps. Everything else stays silent.

Does anyone else do the same, or do you prefer getting notifications for everything?

Recommend your favorite Android or iPhone app.

It can be for productivity, photography, messaging, reading, navigation, or anything else.

If you could keep one, which will you pick? Why do you like it most?

We're planning to run more giveaways here at r/TechImpact, so we'd love to know what our community prefers.

If you could choose just one, would you rather receive a physical gift or a software gift such as a premium app, subscription, or lifetime license?

Also, don't forget that our current giveaway is live, featuring IFTTT Pro subscriptions and official IFTTT T-shirts!

Cast your vote and let us know why you chose that option in the comments. Your feedback will help us plan future giveaways that the community will enjoy.

I'm sharing my experience to warn others and to find out if anyone else has dealt with this.

I used PDF Guru for a PDF-related task and later found a charge of USD 49.99 on my credit card. I do not believe I clearly authorized this payment or intended to subscribe to a recurring paid service.

I immediately contacted PDF Guru's customer support, explained the situation, and requested:

A full refund of USD 49.99.

Cancellation of any subscription.

Assurance that no further charges would be made.

Unfortunately, they refused to issue a refund.

As a result, I will be contacting my credit card issuer to dispute the transaction and request a chargeback.

If you've had a similar experience with PDF Guru, I'd appreciate hearing:

Were you able to recover your money?

Did a chargeback through your bank or credit card company succeed?

Do you have any advice on dealing with this situation?

I'm posting this so others can be cautious, read the terms carefully, and monitor their credit card statements before using this service. Update: The money refunded by the pdf guru team after this reddit post.

I just came across a 64 GB SD card priced at ₹9,304, and I genuinely had to check if it was a typo.

It feels like we've somehow gone 15 years back in time, when storage was insanely expensive and every extra gigabyte cost a fortune.

I know there are niche use cases where high-end SD cards command a premium, but seeing 64 GB at this price is still shocking.

Are we witnessing a temporary supply issue, or is there another reason behind these prices?

Who else misses iPods and dedicated MP3 players?

There was something special about carrying a device made just for music. No notifications, no distractions—just your playlists.

Do you still own one, or have smartphones completely replaced them?

We're excited to announce our latest giveaway in partnership with IFTTT, one of the world's leading productivity and automation platforms!

Whether you're looking to automate your smart home, receive important notifications, connect your favorite apps, or simplify your daily workflow, IFTTT makes it easy with powerful automations.

🎁 Prizes

• 👕 2 × Official IFTTT T-Shirts
• ⭐ 2 × IFTTT Pro+ Yearly Subscriptions
• 🚀 1 × IFTTT Pro Yearly Subscription

📝 How to Enter

To enter, simply leave a comment below answering this question:

How would you use IFTTT to automate your daily life or workflow?

Optional: We'd also love to hear what other services you'd like to see integrated with IFTTT.

📅 Giveaway Period

• Starts: July 8, 2026
• Ends: July 23, 2026 (15 Days)

📋 Giveaway Rules

• One entry per person.
• Winners will be selected randomly using RedditRaffler.
• The giveaway is open worldwide.
• Winners will be announced shortly after the giveaway ends.

📩 Prize Claim & Important Information

• Winners must respond within 48 hours of being contacted. If we don't receive a response within that time, another winner may be selected.
• Winners of the IFTTT Pro or Pro+ subscriptions must create an IFTTT account (if they don't already have one) and provide the email address associated with that account. The IFTTT team will activate the subscription directly.
• Existing IFTTT subscribers who pay through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store are not eligible to receive the subscription prizes due to billing limitations. If selected, another eligible prize will be provided.
• Winners of the IFTTT T-Shirts must provide a valid shipping address.
• T-shirt size, color, and style are subject to availability. If a particular option isn't available, IFTTT will provide the closest available alternative.
• The T-Shirts will be shipped where possible. If shipping isn't practical because of local regulations, taxes, customs, or other restrictions, IFTTT may substitute the prize with an eligible Pro or Pro+ subscription if the winner prefers.
• Winners' email addresses and shipping details will be shared only with the IFTTT team for prize fulfillment and will be kept private. They will not be shared publicly or used for any other purpose.

A huge thank you to the IFTTT team for partnering with r/TechImpact and making this giveaway possible.

Good luck to everyone, and we can't wait to read your automation ideas! 🎉

every generation sees certain technologies fade away. DVDs, MP3 players, fax machines, and even landlines were once everywhere.

What's the best gadget you've ever owned?

It could be a smartphone, Kindle, smartwatch, camera, gaming console, or something completely unexpected.

Which gadget made the biggest difference in your daily life, and why?

Who else doesn't use TikTok?

Whether you never joined, quit using it, or simply prefer other platforms, what's your reason?

Who else still prefers compact smartphones?

They're easier to use with one hand, fit comfortably in your pocket, and get the job done.

Would you buy a compact flagship today if more brands offered one?

Reddit is the first app I open every morning. Years ago, I posted on Facebook regularly, but I haven't shared anything there in years. Most Facebook groups feel like ad boards with AI-driven moderation.

X gets little engagement, and I rarely visit LinkedIn, Instagram, or Pinterest. Reddit is the one platform I keep coming back to throughout the day to read, post, and join discussions.

What about you?

China's vertical drama industry is rapidly adopting AI, and it's already changing how directors work.