Save Those Precious Tweets!

Twitter is working on a new archiving feature that would store a user's tweets after a specified number of days.

September 7, 2021 It's September 7, 2021. We're back, and it's National Beer Lover's Day! Sure, a lot of us are going back to work today, but what's one more beer to remember the good times? Responsibly, of course.     ⏰ Today's Big Stories... in 30 Seconds Today We Watched, Read, and Listened to (so you don't have to): 335 articles, 10 podcasts, 2 press releases, 231 tweets, and 11 YouTube videos 1. Twitter Is Looking Into a Tweet Archiving Feature Twitter says it's experimenting with a new tweets archive feature. It would be a way for users to decide if they want their tweets to stick around before they tweet it, or have it disappear. Once the tweet has been live for however long the timer is set for, it will automatically get archived. Hmm. Thanks, Twitter? 2. Apple Delays Anti-Child Abuse Technology After a lot of pushback from critics and users alike, Apple is delaying its anti-child abuse measures. On Friday, Apple said it will "take additional time over the coming months to collect input and make improvements" before introducing the features. Let's hope they figure it out. 3. Amazon-Branded TVs Are Coming Soon Your next TV could be an Amazon model, as the tech giant is reportedly coming out with its own brand of TVs. Just in time for the holiday season, the TVs will have Amazon's name on them, but will still be designed and manufactured by third-parties, most notably TCL. "Alexa, change to HDMI 1!" 🦑 Go Deeper There are streamers of all types on Twitch. Today, let Brandon Sams introduce you to Calvin Thomas, who brings his unparalleled music skill, professionalism, and relaxing tunes to his audience of thousands.     🎱 By the Numbers Must be bigger! Data: Consumer Technology Association (CTA) LCDs aren't the only type of TV in the world, but this info still provides a bit of insight into how the average TV has changed over the years. Specifically, and also obviously, they're gotten bigger, starting around 37-inches in 2010, then growing to 50-inches in 2021. Maybe we all got larger rooms and walls?     🏫 Best Back-to-School Deals of 2021 Our top picks for the best back-to-school tech deals for the students in your life from the editors and experts at Lifewire. See the Guide 🤓 Nerd Out "You mean my mom didn't need all that rice?" —Kyree Leary, Associate News Editor We know the Apple Watch is water-resistant, but have you ever wondered how it fends off water? Join the Slow Mo Guys as they show how the wearable keeps its insides dry. (Share on Twitter) 💎 You Know You Want It  Four taps means they love you Image: uncommon goods We're all about letting loved ones know you're thinking about them, which is why we're highlighting this Long Distance Touch Bracelet Set. Have you and a friend/family member slap one on, pair them with your phones, then when one of you is thinking of the other, send a few taps (or 10) their way. Aww. 🙈 Wait, What? Video games are cool Video games are here to stay, but there are more than a few misconceptions about them that have lingered around for years, like their affect on kids, who games are meant for, and more. Let MIT Professor Henry Jenkins break it all down and shed some light on what's true, and what's definitely false.     🗞 Extra! Extra! We've got you covered with the best in daily tech news! See the latest on our site or follow us on Google News. Did someone forward this to you? Sign up here. Have something you'd like us to write about? We're always open for suggestions, too. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here .   Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. A Dotdash Brand 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 2020 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.   [View in Browser]