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meganellis.bsky.social
Freelance technology journalist. Gamer, nerd, and animal lover living with fibromyalgia. 🔗 www.meggwrites.com
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WhatsApp now lets you transcribe voice notes! This is my first time trying video on Bluesky so if it's a bit wonky head to my TikTok account: vm.tiktok.com/ZMknRCshG/

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Recommended retail pricing for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in South Africa. S25: R19 999 S25+: R23 499 S25 Ultra: From R29 999 #withGalaxy #SamsungUnpacked

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Another Snapdragon 8 Elite handset overheats during our benchmark suite

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If you struggle with eye strain and light sensitivity when working on your computer, these 3 apps make a world of difference: www.tomsguide.com/computing/th... They literally allow me to work during low-level migraines and help me avoid the trigger of bright light

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My first piece for Tom's Guide is up! www.tomsguide.com/computing/ga...

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I might have decided that 2024 was the year I would 100% a bunch of games 😂 #SteamReplay

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I hate the idea of "networking", but I'm actually going to take it a bit more seriously because it's the kindness of other freelancers and tech journalists that has made the rough landing after restructuring a little less rough. There are some really good people in the industry.

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Starting to pick up a bit more freelance work (though seriously hit me up if you're looking for more tech writers/editors) and re-realizing the uncertainty that comes with disclosing disabilities and neurodivergence.

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Spotify Wrapped is here! Open your app and select the Wrapped tab. If you don't see it, make sure your app is updated.

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I love when the weather turns ugly because it makes the decision I already made not to leave the house for the whole day seem way more reasonable

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I used the Google Assistant home button shortcut on my phone for the first time in a while and was offended to see it introducing Gemini. What did you do with my old buddy? How dare you!?! You bring Assistant back right now!

submitted 88 days ago • 0 comments

Went for an iron infusion today and hoping that it's the first step in me not feeling so godawful all the time.

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All my projects are free but donations are always very welcome! mandyjwatson.itch.io (The TTRPG bridge cards, the one-page RPGs, The Mischievous Thievery Of Jessica The Cat, and Heist At The Museum are my best work.)

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So it looks like my schedule has unexpectedly opened up. If anyone knows of remote editorial and writing opportunities at technology publications, please let me know!

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I'm glad to see more people appearing on Bluesky. Welcome!

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The EcoFlow Delta 2 has become so integral as a loadshedding solution, that I wouldn't have been able to publish this review without it. It is also great for gaming and making coffee. Check out my review below: meggwrites.com/2023/11/24/e...

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You will be shocked, shocked to hear that "The Theory That Men Evolved to Hunt and Women Evolved to Gather Is Wrong"! 🙄 Duh! OF COURSE IT'S WRONG. But now there's a cool article listing the biological and evidentiary reasons, along with nifty diagrams. www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...

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After months of speculation and rumors, Amazon has confirmed that it will launch its retail services in South Africa in 2024. Read about it here: meggwrites.com/2023/10/17/a...

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Sony has revealed two new lightweight audio devices for gaming: the INZONE Buds and INZONE H5 gaming headset. Since my chronic pain affects my ability to use a headset, these look great. You can read about them and their pricing for South Africa here: meggwrites.com/2023/10/16/s...

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