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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The best ones are thoughts that many people can relate to and they find something funny or interesting in regular stuff.

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Because of smartphones, pocket TVs were never a thing. (lemmy.world)

submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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As a kid I imagined the future as being able to hold a TV in your pocket, and flying skateboards. For the latter I guess electric scooters will have to do

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 6 months ago (1 children)

I think some of the folks in this thread might enjoy the Techmoan channel on YouTube. It's not about pocket TVs in particular, but he does review and restore old AV tech. It's a fun channel if you're into retro tech.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 6 months ago (1 children)

If we’re gonna rep tech YouTubers, I am honor bound to mention Technology Connections.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to buy 2 of something.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago

Love Technology Connections. I learned way too much about pinball machines thanks to thay guy.