As Threads ramps up to gobble up as many users of X…formerly Twitter as they can, while Elon Musk continues to figure out new ways to run users off, one feature addition is going to be a numbered list of trending topics. Techcrunch.com reports that this has been a much-requested feature. A trending topics list was spotted over the weekend on an internal feed used by Meta employees. So far, the trending topics on Threads doesn’t seem to have categories like News, Sports, and Entertainment…or even a ‘For You’ personalized version. After the big initial sign up, Threads use dropped substantially…which isn’t unusual. So far, adding features hasn’t gotten a massive uptick in use, or a large influx of new users. Threads reportedly has 135 million global monthly active users…that’s a long way from the estimated 666 million X has. 

We may know the release date and price for the Nintendo Switch 2, thanks to a leak by a Discord user that was picked up by bgr.com. The Discord user, one SoldierDelta, says the Switch 2 will drop on September 24, 2024. There is apparently a secondary placeholder release date in case of problems penciled in for November of ’24. The console has an internal designation of NG, and the digital only version will be $400, while the cartridge version will run you $449. The leaker says he hasn’t been able to find out if Switch 2 will in fact be the name of the device, or if Nintendo will give it a new name. 

Apple is already starting to transition to OLED screens in 2024, as previously reported. iPad Pros will get the better displays next year…along with the M3 and a completely redesigned Magic Keyboard. Now, word comes from macrumors.com that the iPad Mini and the Air will likely be getting the better screens by 2026. Apparently, Apple has put in orders for screens that would fit those models. Sadly, it looks like the smallest non-Mini iPad may be going away….the 10.2 inch model may be completely replaced by the larger 10.9 inch tablet. I use one of the smaller ones, and find that it is a great size for casual use..the Mini is too small for me, but I haven’t really liked the bigger device…looks like I’m going to have to get used to them!

Prime Day at Amazon starts tomorrow, and there will be tons of bargains. Mashable.com has surveyed the horizon, and here are some categories you may want to hit first, if you are in the market for things in them. First off, Apple products…Amazon has decent deals…not exactly fire sale prices…Air Pods, Watch, and iPads have some bucks shaved off. Naturally, you can find big savings on Amazon’s own devices…pretty much all Echo Speakers, Echo Shows, Kindles…but you may not want to go for Ring cams. Robot Vacuums are hot, and so are the prices…especially iRobot, since it is now owned by Amazon. Prime Day will also have some nice bargains on everyday essentials and pet supplies. Happy shopping!

I’m Clark Reid and you’re ‘Technified’ for now.