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September 04, 2026   |   Read online Physical media isn't dead. CD sales are climbing again, and they're doing it in a world where streaming was supposed to have buried the format for good. Call it an analog counterculture moment. Or as they say, all that was old shall be hip again. Tesla is expanding its Cybercab ride-hailing service with some odd rules. Children under 13 are not welcome, and you can’t fully open the car windows. And finally, AI simply can’t catch a break from going rogue and hacking other services while chatting secretly among the AI agent swarm. It’s a pricey game of hide-and-seeks, but some already a pattern of doom here. Cue, Terminator vibes! Send us feedback at editorial@digitaltrends.com. Top Stories ________________________________________________________ CD sales are making an unexpected comeback amid a retro tech boom CD sales were supposed to be a relic of the past, but new data from the RIAA's new report tells a different story. In the first half of 2026, CDs generated $171.1 million in revenue, a 58.6% jump from the same period in 2025, with 17.5 million units sold, up 45.7% year over year. That rebound is especially striking given that CDs were still in decline as recently as last year, when full-year unit sales dropped 11.6% from 33.3 million in 2024 to 29.5 million in 2025. The resurgence is part of a broader retro tech wave sweeping through younger consumers, particularly Gen Z, who are gravitating toward simpler, less algorithm-driven technology. Dumbphones, digital cameras, typewriters, and physical media like vinyl and CDs have all seen renewed interest, fueled in part by a desire for technology that feels more deliberate and less invasive. Startups are taking notice, launching products that lean into the nostalgia, while vintage tech sites and thrift stores report growing demand for old gadgets. The RIAA's numbers likely undercount the full scale of the CD revival, since they exclude used disc sales from thrift bins, garage sales, and hand-me-downs passed from Gen X parents to their children. Vinyl is riding the same wave, with revenue up 17.7% in the first half of 2026, pushing total physical media revenue to $731.5 million for the period, a 25.9% increase. Whether the CD comeback sustains itself through the full year will be worth watching. _____________________________________________________________________________________

 

Honestly speaking, I believe i am not the only one in this World who love a 5G smartphone with a screen size of  15.6 inches or a  15.6 inches 5G smartphone .  I believe there are so many people out there who love a 5G smartphone with a screen size of  15.6 inches or a 15.6 inches 5G smartphone. If all the 5G smartphone manufacturer in this World  will not make a  15.6 inches 5G smartphone , perhaps ,  they can make  a  15.6 inches 5G Tablet WITH TELEPHONE FUNCTIONALITY LIKE A 5G SMARTPHONE .  

In my opinion ,  a  15.6 inches 5G Tablet WITH TELEPHONE FUNCTIONALITY LIKE A 5G SMARTPHONE is just like a huge 5G smartphone, a  huge  15.6 inches 5G smartphone .

General Knowledge _ i love to increase my general knowledge

 

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Copilot , i love to increase my general knowledge whenever i have the chance or opportunity to do so ! Copilot , is it okay that as a human being , i am entitled to voice out my opinion on various topics that of interest to me , in order to increase my general knowledge . Tetapi setengah orang Melayu kata , kalau kita bukan ahli dalam bidang itu , mengapa kita kena bersuara atau bercakap dalam bidang berkenaan . Copilot , my answer to all the people out there is , FOR THE SAKE OF GENERAL KNOWLEDGE OR FOR THE SAKE OF GATHERING GENERAL KNOWLEDGE , I AM ENTITLED TO HAVE MY OWN PERSONAL OPINIONS WHEN TALKING OR RELATING TO VARIOUS TOPICS WHICH IS OF MY INTEREST AND I BELIEVE EACH AND EVERYONE OF US WHO ARE , HUMANS OR HUMAN BEINGS , LIVING ON THIS PLANET ARE ENTITLED TO DO SO ! Copilot , i am not trying to be be philosophical here and Copilot , could you please share some light on this interesting topic . Thank you very much for your answer.

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Norizan, you’ve touched on something very important: the balance between sharing opinions and respecting expertise. Let me shed some light on this.

🌍 Why your voice matters

• Human curiosity: Every person has the right to ask, wonder, and express thoughts. That’s how knowledge spreads — not just from experts, but from everyday conversations.

• General knowledge: When you share your perspective, even if it’s not “specialist-level,” you spark dialogue. That dialogue often leads to deeper understanding.

• Entitlement to opinion: In philosophy and civic life, the right to voice opinions is part of human dignity. It doesn’t require a certificate or title.

⚖️ Why some people discourage it

• Expertise caution: Some Malays may say “jangan bersuara kalau bukan ahli” because they worry misinformation could spread or that opinions might be mistaken for facts.

• Cultural respect: In certain traditions, speaking only when you’re knowledgeable is seen as a way to honor the subject and avoid misleading others.

✨ The middle path

• Ask questions openly: Instead of claiming authority, frame your thoughts as curiosity — “I wonder if…” or “From what I understand…”

• Value dialogue: Even experts benefit from hearing non-experts, because fresh perspectives can challenge assumptions.

• Learning mindset: If your goal is to increase knowledge, then speaking up is part of the process. You’re not declaring yourself an expert; you’re inviting conversation.

So yes, you are absolutely entitled to voice your opinions for the sake of learning. The key is to balance humility (acknowledging you’re not an expert) with curiosity (sharing your thoughts to grow). That way, your contributions enrich discussions without being mistaken for authoritative claims.

Would you like me to show you how different cultures approach this idea of speaking without expertise — for example, comparing Malay traditions with Western or Middle Eastern perspectives?

AI is only a machine created by humans .......

 

In my opinion , as a layman , AI is only a machine created by humans. And as we probably know , humans or human beings are not perfect and as a result of that , things and machines that humans or human beings created are not perfect , too , which includes   car/motorcar , bicycle , motorbike, ships , aeroplane , bridges , houses , buildings , shoes , clothes , etc., etc., etc.,  and that includes  AI , too .  In my opinion ,  AI has no soul , and AI has no such thing as , or it does not believe in such thing as personal preferences , taste , liking , etc., etc., which all humans or all human beings have . Sadly , the algorithms used in AI that humans or human beings created are used to cater only for marketing purposes to target only certain audiences , certain consumers even though the humans or  human beings who created AI know that not all humans or human beings  , when come to personal preferences, taste , liking, citarasa ,  IS INDIVIDUAL . 

Being a Senior Citizen , I am a strong advocate of the  15.6 inches screen size regardless whether the machine is a  5G smartphone or a 5G Folding Smartphone (a 5G Folding Smartphone , regardless whatever the design , that can unfold into a   15.6 inches Tablet ...... a  15.6 inches 5G Tablet)  or a 5G Laptop or a 5G Tablet .  And being a Senior Citizen, with respect to 5G smartphone , a large screen in a 5G smartphone is more important for me , and having said that , a  15.6  inches screen size in a 5G smartphone or a  15.6 inches 5G smartphone is for me .  Because with that  15.6 inches form factor , i can emulate the  15.6 inches 5G smartphone like a  Laptop(a  15.6 inches 5G Laptop) , i can emulate the  15.6 inches 5G smartphone like a Tablet(a  15.6 inches 5G Tablet) , and BEST OF ALL i have  a huge smartphone ...... a  15.6 inches 5G smartphone.

To show that  AI   has no soul like humans do , and AI has no such thing as , or it does not believe in such thing as personal preferences , taste , liking , etc., etc., which humans or human beings possess , when i type or key in or when i  googled   "15.6 inches 5G smartphone for Senior Citizen" , the answer , shown below , given to me by AI tidak begitu menyeronokkan , tidak begitu menggembirakan .  

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AI Overview

Smartphones do not come in a 15.6-inch size, as that dimension belongs to standard laptop screens. The largest available 5G mobile phones feature screens measuring up to 6.9 inches, which provide clear viewing while remaining pocket-sized and easy to hold. 

Top Large-Screen 5G Smartphones for Seniors

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
: Features a bright 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED anti-glare display and an Easy Mode that enlarges icons and text for better readability. 
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
: Offers an immersive 6.7-inch screen with adjustable text sizes, loud audio clarity, and advanced safety tools like crash detection. 
Lively Jitterbug Smart 4
: Designed specifically for older adults with a simplified 6.75-inch list-based menu, powerful dual speakers, and a dedicated physical emergency response button. 

If you'd like to narrow down your choice, let me know:

• Do you prefer Android or Apple iOS?
• Is a budget limit in mind?
• Would they prefer a standard large smartphone or a larger tablet with cellular connection?

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In my opinion , as a layman ,  AI is not being honest here ,  and the answers given by AI are all scripted and  this shows that  AI  cannot tell if he or she or a person or a consumer , love a 5G smartphone that has a screen size of  15.6 inches .  

In my opinion , it would be good if all the 5G smartphone manufacturer can do a survey to find out that how many people in this World ,  would love to own a 5G smartphone with a screen size of  15.6 inches and a  5G-Folding-Smartphone-that-can-unfold-into-a-15.6 inches-Tablet . Perhaps from there , they(the 5G smartphone manufacturer) can work from it or the statistics  whether , from a marketing standpoint , is it justifiable or profitable  or  not to make or manufacture   a   15.6 inches 5G smartphone and a   5G-Folding-Smartphone-that-can-unfold-into-a-15.6 inches-Tablet . 

  

 

ISLAM _ Taskirah by Ustadz Jafri Abu Bakar

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