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Making The Internet And Our Devices User Friendly Once Again.
The internet was made by us, for us, and we can take it back from the noise.

This is Part 1 of a new series to make the internet quieter, stop doomscrolling, and bring intentionality to our devices. If you enjoyed this please share! Thx!
Making The Internet And Our Devices User Friendly Once Again | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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December 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Today on TimeMachiner: TiVo Rides Into the Sunset.

TiVo’s simple magic changed TV forever—now the iconic DVR is fading into history.

#newsletter #indiewriting #TiVo #DVR #blog

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TiVo mascot being shot into space. It has a helmet over its head.
October 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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How I (Cautiously) Use AI
The AI craze is overblown, but when it comes to alt-text and summaries, it’s surprisingly handy.

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#AI #AIslop #GenAI #GenerativeAI #TheOnlyGoodAIisAdeadAI
Abstract 3D digital artwork featuring fragmented red and black geometric shapes floating against a dark background, with several glowing white cubes emitting soft light.
September 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Substack Proves it’s a Nazi Bar

When hate speech becomes a notification on your phone, it’s time to question the platform that allows it—welcome to Substack in 2025.

Paid members get access right now. Want to read it? Sign up today at timemachiner.io/membership

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Substack Proves it’s a Nazi Bar | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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August 15, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Of Course the Trump “T1” Phone Won’t be Made in the USA

This content is for Time Traveler Members. Already a member? Log in.Click here to become a monthly or annual member to support Tim... https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/30/of-course-the-trump-t1-phone-wont-be-made-in-the-usa/
June 30, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Tesla’s “Robotaxis” are humiliating

Tesla's robotaxis are an embarrassment.

https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/28/teslas-robotaxis-are-humiliating/
June 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Freeform Friday – June 27, 2025

Nostalgia can be really freaking expensive. Companies know this these days. Stuff we grew up with is either "reissued" or "remastered" or just merchandised into oblivion. It simultaneously m... https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/27/freeform-friday-june-27-2025/
June 27, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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More Like TimeMachiner

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June 26, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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FaceTime Turns 14

FaceTime has always been super cool and 14 years after its debut, it's used exactly how Apple predicted.

https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/26/facetime-turns-14/
June 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Nintendo Switch 2 Review

After experiencing the Nintendo Switch 2 firsthand, here’s my take on this exciting yet non-essential upgrade.

https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/23/nintendo-switch-2-review/
June 23, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Freeform Friday – June 20, 2025

Today I'm beginning a new Friday blog series where I post what I'm up to. It may be short, may be long, may be boring or completely off-topic. But it's a way to share what I'm up to and show... https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/20/freeform-friday-june-20-2025/
June 20, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Do you remember Windows 95? How about Windows 96?
That’s not a typo. Windows 96 promised to build on the success of Windows 95, yet it never materialized as originally intended.

Read the whole story on today’s edition of TimeMachiner.

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A screenshot of the Athena Personal Information Manager (PIM) interface on a Windows 96 desktop. The background is a teal color, and the window displays an agenda for Friday, June 28, 2019. The agenda includes sections for Calendar, Messages, and Tasks, indicating no appointments, unread messages, or active tasks for the day. The left side features icons for Contacts, White Pages, Calendar, Messages, and Tasks. The taskbar at the bottom shows the time as 8:51 PM and includes the Start menu labeled "Athena PIM."
June 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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In a misguided attempt to enhance her writing, Lena McDonald’s "Darkhollow Academy: Year 2" reveals the dangers of AI reliance.

If You’re Going to Use AI to Write Your Novel, Perhaps Delete the Chat Parts
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If You’re Going to Use AI to Write Your Novel, Perhaps Delete the Chat Parts | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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June 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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As Apple prepares for WWDC 2025, the company must address its AI blunders and rekindle its relationship with developers to stay relevant.

WWDC 2025: Low Expectations Edition

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Aerial view of the Apple Park campus, showcasing its circular main building surrounded by landscaped grounds. The image captures the building's sleek, modern design with solar panels on the roof, set against a backdrop of trees and a sunset sky.
June 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Months ago I found the most interesting thing on TV. This was fun to write! I hope you enjoy.

In a nod to Elvira, Dracula hosts a captivating mix of humor and Kung Fu, bringing a new flavor to horror hosting in Dracula’s Kung Fu Theatre.

Dracula and Kung Fu

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#DKFT
Logo for Dracula’s Kung-Fu Theater. It’s a purple bat with the show’s name across 3 lines. The top line is green, the middle a darker purple, and the bottom text is yellow.
June 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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I’ve been writing my newsletter TimeMachiner for 4-years.

It's barely sustainable. I’m asking for help to reach a small goal: 10 supporters. It's weird to ask readers to support me, but my writing must be worth more than $0 to more than 4 people.

I'd love if you gave it a read and shared my post.
Finding Direction | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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June 9, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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If You’re Going to Use AI to Write Your Novel, Perhaps Delete the Chat Parts

In a misguided attempt to enhance her writing, Lena McDonald’s "Darkhollow Academy: Year 2" revea... https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/09/if-youre-going-to-use-ai-to-write-your-novel-perhaps-delete-the-chat-parts/
June 9, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Back to the Future stars seek help in hunt for missing Marty McFly guitar

Four decades later, the hunt for Marty's missing red Gibson guitar kicks off, reigniting Back to the Future m... https://timemachiner.io/2025/06/05/back-to-the-future-stars-seek-help-in-hunt-for-missing-marty-mcfly-guitar/
June 5, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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It’s Time To Go Back to Web 1.0

Invasive tracking and pay-for-play search engines has broken the internet. It’s time to reclaim our independence with the Small Web.

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May 29, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Apple Intelligence is Useless

The rushed launch of Apple Intelligence was a debacle, reminding Apple should focus on readiness rather than quickly appeasing shareholders.

https://timemachiner.io/2025/05/12/apple-intelligence-is-useless/

#AI #apple #culture #tech
May 12, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Nintendo's next console is a safe bet, has predictable upgrades, and will finally break its flip-flop curse.

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#Nintendo #NintendoSwitch2 #VideoGames
Promo image of a Nintendo Switch 2. The right joy-con is detached and the console is upright as if it's in tabletop mode. The screen shows the logo for the console.
May 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Does anyone at Apple wash their hands?

In the eight years since I started wearing an Apple Watch, I’ve felt it has gained features that made sense. The activity rings have always been great but we finally got rest days via a pause feature...

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#Apple #Watch #Tech
Does anyone at Apple wash their hands? | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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April 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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While browsing Reddit, I came across this post:

"TIL Dua Lipa has been conducting incredible interviews with authors over the last year on a 70k subscribers YouTube channel."

TIL is short for "Today I Learned" and I now count myself as one of those.

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📚💙 #booksky
Dua Lipa – Book Nerd? | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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April 15, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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While browsing Reddit, I came across this post:

"TIL Dua Lipa has been conducting incredible interviews with authors over the last year on a 70k subscribers YouTube channel."

TIL is short for "Today I Learned" and I now count myself as one of those.

timemachiner.io/2025/04/15/d...

📚💙 #booksky
Dua Lipa – Book Nerd? | TimeMachiner // Presented by Aaron Crocco
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April 15, 2025 at 1:34 PM