ChatGPT Voice Is Now Built Directly Into the Main Chat Window

ChatGPT Voice Is Now Built Directly Into the Main Chat Window

A more natural way to interact, without switching modes  ChatGPT now lets you talk, listen, and type in the same window. There’s no separate voice interface anymore, giving users a more fluid way to chat hands-free.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 7, 2025

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Have you ever tried using ChatGPT voice mode, only to find yourself bouncing between a keyboard interface and a separate voice screen? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Try the improved ChatGPT Voice Mode, now integrated into the chat window.

Voice mode now runs directly inside the main chat experience, right where you already type. 

The change seems small at first, but it eliminates friction and turns ChatGPT into something closer to an interactive assistant you can talk to instantly, while still viewing the written transcript.

This shift matters because people are increasingly blending voice and writing; dictating messages, asking questions verbally, then refining the output with typed edits. 

Having a single unified window meets that workflow head-on.

The 2025 'Must Install' Apps From Apple and Google Play

The 2025 'Must Install' Apps From Apple and Google Play

The 2025 App Store Awards and Google Play Best of 2025 lists are out, and they are a shortcut to the handful of apps that are actually worth your time. Here is a practical guide to the standout winners on both platforms and how to put them to work in your day, not just admire them from a press release.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 6, 2025

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Award lists can feel like marketing, but occasionally they surface tools that really do change workflows.

Here's a Cool Tip:  Try the '2025 Must Install' Apps from Apple and Google.

This year both Apple and Google quietly agreed on a theme: small, focused apps that use AI to remove friction instead of shouting about it. 

Tiimo helps neurodivergent users turn chaos into a visual plan. Focus Friend treats deep work like a game. 

Luminar turns mobile photo editing into a cross device pipeline. 

Pokémon TCG Pocket shows up on both lists as the rare game that is genuinely fun and technically polished. 

If you install only a few new apps before the end of the year, these are the ones to start with.

Cool Deals - December 6, 2025 - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

Cool Deals - December 6, 2025 - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

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• Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle: Save 10% $449. Check it out on Amazon!

• Nintendo Switch™: Amazon's Choice. $328.99 Check it out on Amazon!

• Nintendo Switch™ 2 Pro Controller: Amazon's Choice. $89 Check it out on Amazon!

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⚠️ Tech Tip Alert: INIU Power Bank Recall

NIU Recalls Power Banks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold on Amazon

INIU has recalled about 123,000 portable power banks sold on Amazon due to fire and burn hazards. 

If you own one, stop using it immediately and check the recall notice for refund instructions.

Read more on our Tech Product Recall page.

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Play Retro Classics Instantly

Play Retro Classics Instantly

Your browser can run some of the most iconic games in history.  Rec0ded88 brings a wide collection of classic and retro-style games directly to your browser, including well-known console titles. 

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 5, 2025

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Classic games defined the early eras of console and arcade entertainment. 

Many players still want to experience the tight controls, iconic soundtracks, and pixel artwork that shaped gaming for decades. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Play Unforgettable Titles Without a Console at Rec0ded88.

Rec0ded88 offers a browser-based collection of classic and retro-style games that load quickly and work across devices.

A key point deserves attention. 

Many of the classic games visible on the site, such as Donkey Kong or Banjo-Kazooie remain protected by copyright. 

Their appearance on Rec0ded88 does not imply permission from the rights holders and access could change if owners request removal. 

With that caution in mind, the site presents a straightforward way to explore nostalgic titles without hardware.

Cool Deals - December 5, 2025 - 8BitDo, Logitech

 

Cool Deals - December 5, 2025 - 8BitDo, Logitech

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🎮 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller: Responsive controls feel authentic for classic titles and support Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. $49.99 Check it out on Amazon! 📱 Adjustable Desk Phone Stand: Great when playing full-screen mobile games or follow-along tutorials. Save 17% $9.99 Check it out on Amazon! 🎧 Logitech G432 Wired Gaming Headset: Solid audio for retro soundtracks, cut-scene effects, and work calls. Overall Pick! $39. Check it out on Amazon! 💡 LED USB Desk Light Bar: Adds comfortable screen lighting for evening gaming sessions. Save 28% $18.68. Check it out on Amazon! Prices accurate at time of publication

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✨ Your Free Retro Arcade - OCT Newsletter 12-5-2025

✨ Your Free Retro Arcade - OCT Newsletter 12-5-2025

This edition highlights essential tech insights, including the FCC's crackdown on fake robocalls, the launch of YouTube's Recap 2025, and an exciting way to play retro games instantly via Rec0ded88. 

Discover how to streamline your digital life with these actionable tips and enjoy a blast from the past with classic gaming. 

Don't miss out on our tech trivia and jokes! 

🚨 FCC Cracks Down on Fake Walmart Robocalls.

🎬 YouTube Recap 2025 Launched.

🧠 AI-Powered Prompt for Process Improvement.

🖼️ Cool Gemini Prompt for Hyperrealistic Views.

🕹️ Play Retro Classics Instantly.

▶️ Play Games on YouTube.

🔢 Play 2048 Game.

💰 Play Free Online Games.

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View and Manage Visited Places in Maps on iPhone

View and Manage Visited Places in Maps on iPhone

Your iPhone keeps a quiet record of the places you visit and gives you a simple way to review, organize, or delete that history. If you travel often or jump between work sites, this tool can save time and help you stay organized.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 4, 2025

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Think about the last time you tried to remember every stop you made on a weekend trip or a busy workday. 

Most people guess or search old receipts. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Visited Places in Apple Maps.

The Visited Places feature in Apple Maps gives you a clean way to see where you have been and tidy up your history whenever you want.

Cool Apple Deals - December 4, 2025 - AirTags, AirPods, iPad Air

 Cool Apple Deals - December 4, 2025 - AirTags, AirPods, iPad Air

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• Apple AirPods Pro 2: Save 20% $199.95 Check it out on Amazon!

• Apple iPad Air 11-inch: Save 17% $499.99 Check it out on Amazon!

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Create a QR Code in Microsoft Edge to Share Any Page Instantly

Create a QR Code in Microsoft Edge to Share Any Page Instantly

A fast, no-fuss way to send a link from your PC to a phone or print-ready flyer. No extensions. No sign-in.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 3, 2025

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Have you ever tried to get a whole room onto the same page without emailing a link? 

A simple square can save the day. QR codes turn any webpage into a scannable shortcut that phones recognize immediately. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Create QR Codes in Microsoft Edge.

In Edge, this power is already there, baked in and ready to use.