Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 06/01 – Surface Laptop Go Update
Jun 1, 2022
The refreshed Surface Laptop Go boasts new Intel processors and design options. The Supreme Court's ruling impacts social media laws, stirring reactions from tech giants. Meanwhile, Twitter plans to phase out TweetDeck—what will users do? TikTok experiments with a 'clear mode' for distraction-free scrolling. The Murina One offers a privacy-focused Android experience, showcasing the challenges of living without Google. Plus, browser usage statistics reveal Safari's impressive growth, and the tech industry faces notable valuation shifts.
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Surface Laptop Go 2 Update
- Microsoft updated the Surface Laptop Go with 11th-gen Intel CPUs and an improved webcam.
- The starting price increased by $50 to $600, and it ships on June 7th.
Texas Social Media Law Blocked
- The Supreme Court blocked Texas' social media content moderation law in a 5-4 vote.
- This pauses the law while a constitutional challenge proceeds in a lower court.
TweetDeck for Mac Discontinued
- Twitter is removing TweetDeck for Mac on July 1st, encouraging users to use the web version.
- Tweetin is suggested as a native Mac alternative based on TweetDeck's column interface.