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"Microsoft Retires WordPad After Nearly 30 Years, Removing It from Windows 11"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gizmodo

Microsoft has announced that WordPad, the long-standing text editor introduced in Windows 95, will no longer be auto-installed on Windows 11 and will be removed in a future update. The company recommends Microsoft Word for rich text documents and Notepad for plain text, suggesting WordPad's redundancy. The decision may be influenced by WordPad's lack of recent updates, such as a dark mode, unlike Notepad which continues to receive new features. While the removal of WordPad may evoke nostalgia, Microsoft is directing users towards its other text editing applications.

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"Revive Your iPhone's Retro Charm with a $139 Physical Keyboard Case"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by TechCrunch

Clicks Technology has introduced the Clicks creator keyboard for the iPhone, a throwback accessory that adds a physical keyboard reminiscent of BlackBerry devices. Priced at $139, the keyboard aims to merge the tactile feedback of physical keys with the convenience of a larger screen space by moving the keyboard off the display. Despite the availability of efficient on-screen keyboards and Bluetooth alternatives, Clicks targets those who miss the physical typing experience, offering features like keyboard shortcuts and a direct connection to the iPhone via Lightning or USB-C. The product is a nod to nostalgia and a departure from the trend of wireless, touch-based interfaces.

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