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Tech Radar Digest: April ,

Tech Radar Digest: April 13, 2026

This digest compiles the latest from Tech Radar.

Today’s Tech Radar Roundup

'The decision is deeply troubling': Tesla gets a green light for Full Self-Driving in Europe — but not everyone is happy about it

'The decision is deeply troubling': Tesla gets a green light for Full Self-Driving in Europe — but not everyone is happy about it
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Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system has just been approved in Europe for the first time, but critics have called the decision “deeply troubling” —here’s why.

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An ex-programmer’s devastating take on AI data centers is going viral — and it’s hard to ignore

An ex-programmer’s devastating take on AI data centers is going viral — and it’s hard to ignore
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A viral speech from an ex-programmer opposing a new Ohio data center highlights the growing backlash against the real-world environmental and economic costs of powering AI

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The Revamp Tri-Care is heavy and awkward, but I can't fault how well it dries and protects my hair

The Revamp Tri-Care is heavy and awkward, but I can't fault how well it dries and protects my hair
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If you’re willing to live with the handling quirks, this dryer’s results speak for themselves.

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I spent a week with the budget-friendly Creative Pebble Pro and was impressed by its solid sound and petite form factor

I spent a week with the budget-friendly Creative Pebble Pro and was impressed by its solid sound and petite form factor
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The Creative Pebble Pro is very, very affordable and it sounds pretty good for the price. Of course, it comes with plenty of compromises due to its low price.

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Fitbit's new screenless Whoop-style tracker is a better fit for the brand than a smartwatch — it's a return to the 'almost invisible' pedometer of 2008

Fitbit's new screenless Whoop-style tracker is a better fit for the brand than a smartwatch — it's a return to the 'almost invisible' pedometer of 2008
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What’s old is new again — a screenless Fitbit focused on analysis is a return to what made the brand great.

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OpenAI flags third-party data issue — all macOS users should update now

OpenAI flags third-party data issue — all macOS users should update now
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OpenAI rotated certificates and updated its apps out of an abundance of caution.

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'The LG C5 is a superb all-purpose TV that offers excellent performance and value' — and now the 77-inch model has an astonishing $1,700 discount

'The LG C5 is a superb all-purpose TV that offers excellent performance and value' — and now the 77-inch model has an astonishing $1,700 discount
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‘The LG C5 is a superb all-purpose TV that offers excellent performance and value,’ and Best Buy has just dropped the 77-inch model to its lowest price yet.

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What is the release date for Invincible season 4 episode 7 on Prime Video?

What is the release date for Invincible season 4 episode 7 on Prime Video?
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Only two more episodes remain of Invincible season 4 — here’s when the first of those will be released.

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Microsoft says Copilot is for ‘entertainment' not work, Meta’s Muse Spark and 7 other AI stories you need to catch up on

Microsoft says Copilot is for ‘entertainment' not work, Meta’s Muse Spark and 7 other AI stories you need to catch up on
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Want the latest AI news? Catch up on OpenAI’s $122 billion haul, Microsoft Copilot warnings, Meta’s Muse Spark and more.

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Man Utd vs Leeds Live Streams: How to watch Premier League 2025/26 from anywhere in the world

Man Utd vs Leeds Live Streams: How to watch Premier League 2025/26 from anywhere in the world
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All the ways to watch Man Utd vs Leeds live streams online and from anywhere, as the Red Devils resume their hunt for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

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It's time to upgrade — I've found 22 deals at Best Buy that save you up to $1,000 on TVs, laptops, and more

It's time to upgrade — I've found 22 deals at Best Buy that save you up to $1,000 on TVs, laptops, and more
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Best Buy has launched its Ultimate Upgrade sale, featuring discounts of up to 50% on TVs, laptops, headphones, and more — and bigger savings when you trade-in.

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The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping trailer reminds me even more of the most deranged horror movie of the 20th century

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping trailer reminds me even more of the most deranged horror movie of the 20th century
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The new trailer for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is a masterclass in fan lip service — but it’s reminding me of something else entirely.

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Linux rules on using AI-generated code – Copilot is OK, but humans must take 'full responsibility for the contribution'

Linux rules on using AI-generated code - Copilot is OK, but humans must take 'full responsibility for the contribution'
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Linux developers are permitted to use AI assistance, but individual contributors are still wholly accountable for their work.

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The Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld costs more than two Nvidia RTX 5080 GPUs — and that's genuinely absurd

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 handheld costs more than two Nvidia RTX 5080 GPUs — and that's genuinely absurd
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Prices for PC hardware continue to skyrocket, and now Lenovo’s Legion Go 2 handheld is placed higher up on the list of overpriced devices.

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Pragmata’s blend of puzzles, hacking, and combat makes for some of the best space action I’ve ever experienced

Pragmata’s blend of puzzles, hacking, and combat makes for some of the best space action I’ve ever experienced
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Hacking and combat combine beautifully in Pragmata, making for a satisfying and spectacular space action game

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Secretlab is launching its first Diablo desk, with a design that 'traces the infernal history' of the series

Secretlab is launching its first Diablo desk, with a design that 'traces the infernal history' of the series
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Secretlab is launching a new Diablo-inspired desk in time for the latest game’s next DLC.

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'Building the Superdome, a 15-fan PC side panel': YouTuber makes giant fan that looks amazing — and drops temperature by 20C

'Building the Superdome, a 15-fan PC side panel': YouTuber makes giant fan that looks amazing — and drops temperature by 20C
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A YouTuber created a giant fan comprising of 15 individual 120mm case fans — and it somehow works really well.

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No, you don't need a new turntable this Record Store Day, just use this cheap extra to clean your vinyl

No, you don't need a new turntable this Record Store Day, just use this cheap extra to clean your vinyl
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Take it from me: a fancy record player won’t improve how your vinyl sounds if you haven’t tried this cheap extra first

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Hackers use Claude and ChatGPT in 'a significant evolution in offensive capability' to breach government agencies, leak hundreds of millions of citizen records

Hackers use Claude and ChatGPT in 'a significant evolution in offensive capability' to breach government agencies, leak hundreds of millions of citizen records
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Nine Mexican government agencies targeted by a single attacker with two AI tools.

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Proton VPN promises better stability for Linux users with latest app update

Proton VPN promises better stability for Linux users with latest app update
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Proton VPN has officially launched the stable version of its Linux CLI app, promising users stronger stability, advanced terminal tools, and smoother navigation without the need for a GUI.

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New BBC series Mint releases crushing trailer for 'unconventional' crime drama — and I've never been more sat

New BBC series Mint releases crushing trailer for 'unconventional' crime drama — and I've never been more sat
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New eight-part crime drama Mint comes to BBC and BBC iPlayer from March 20 — and the first trailer is finally giving away its secrets.

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More LG OLED TV users are experiencing power cycling issues caused by bright flashes — and it's not just older models

More LG OLED TV users are experiencing power cycling issues caused by bright flashes — and it's not just older models
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More LG OLED users are reporting power cycling issues caused by bright flashes on Reddit…

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Telegram CEO urges Russians to 'stock up' on VPNs as the platform gets an anti-censorship boost

Telegram CEO urges Russians to 'stock up' on VPNs as the platform gets an anti-censorship boost
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With Telegram connectivity in Russia dropping to just 5% last Friday, Pavel Durov has announced a major upgrade to the app’s anti-censorship protocols. However, reliable VPNs remain a vital lifeline for users. Here’s everything we know.

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Surfshark just dropped its best deal of the year — plans start from less than $50 for 28 months protection

Surfshark just dropped its best deal of the year — plans start from less than $50 for 28 months protection
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An exclusive way to access Surfshark’s best-ever price

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No, cracked versions of Resident Evil Requiem aren't performing better than the official game — but there are still issues with DRM

No, cracked versions of Resident Evil Requiem aren't performing better than the official game — but there are still issues with DRM
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Concerns have been widespread about Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem performing better via pirated versions, but that’s not the case.

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‘You’re effed’: Palantir CEO says AI ‘will destroy humanities jobs’ – but Gen Z workers are apparently deliberately sabotaging AI rollouts in an effort to fight back

‘You’re effed’: Palantir CEO says AI ‘will destroy humanities jobs’ – but Gen Z workers are apparently deliberately sabotaging AI rollouts in an effort to fight back
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AI CEOs say that many entry level jobs won’t exist in the future, and Gen Z has taken it personally.

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What is the release date for Daredevil: Born Again season 2 episode 5 on Disney+?

What is the release date for Daredevil: Born Again season 2 episode 5 on Disney+?
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Titled ‘The Grand Design’, here’s when the next episode of Daredevil: Born Again season 2 will air.

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Google Pixel voicemail finally lets you record custom greetings in a new beta

Google Pixel voicemail finally lets you record custom greetings in a new beta
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Take a Message is finally replacing the Google Assistant greeting with custom ones in the latest beta.

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Tap to Share will soon bring some AirDrop-like features to Android, and it’s just been shown off

Tap to Share will soon bring some AirDrop-like features to Android, and it’s just been shown off
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Tap to Share is set to let Android users share contact information and files by overlapping their phones.

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Netflix is about to lose 'one of the most fantastic crime-thrillers of modern times' — and fans of Jo Nesbo's Detective Hole need to stream it ASAP

Netflix is about to lose 'one of the most fantastic crime-thrillers of modern times' — and fans of Jo Nesbo's Detective Hole need to stream it ASAP
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Loved Jo Nesbo’s Detective Hole? The grisly adaptation that started it all is leaving Netflix this week — so catch it while you can.

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End of today’s Tech Radar roundup.

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