Please Please Vote, Friends. No Time To Screw Around Here. Everything’s On The Line. 

Tumblr to add ActivityPub support | Diverse Tech Geek

With the possibility of Tumblr adding ActivityPub support, could this give federated social networks like Mastodon a boost in popularity?

With the possibility of Tumblr adding ActivityPub support, could this give federated social networks like Mastodon a boost in popularity?

Alternatives to HBO Max | Diverse Tech Geek

With all of the turmoil surrounding HBO Max, I thought I'd offer a list of alternatives to HBO Max, from Netflix to going old-school (aka buying DVDs/Blu-rays).

HBO Max has seen a lot of its content, from "Westworld" to Looney Tunes, getting axed as part of Warner Bros. Discovery's penny-pinching austerity drive. As such, it's growing hard to recommend as a streaming service for casual viewers. In today’s post, I take a look at some alternatives to HBO Max.

My thoughts and concerns about ChatGPT and chatbots | Diverse Tech Geek

With ChatGPT and chatbot tech becoming the next hot thing, I raise a few concerns about this technology becoming more widespread.

While ChatGPT and chatbots are all the rage, I have some doubts about its widespread use, especially after the CNET incident.

6 Indigenous characters in cartoons | Diverse Tech Geek

A list of six Indigenous characters in cartoons, from PBS' "Molly of Denali" to newcomer DC Comics superhero Equinox.

A look at some Indigenous characters in comics and animation.

February 2023 media picks and news | Diverse Tech Geek

"Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" the TV series, "My Dad the Bounty Hunter," and the Super Bowl are among noteworthy media coming out in February 2023.

"Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" the TV series, "My Dad the Bounty Hunter," and the Super Bowl are among noteworthy media coming out in February 2023.

Basic Mastodon tips for new users | Diverse Tech Geek

With Mastodon's rise in popularity, here's a look at some basic Mastodon tips for new users of the federated social network.

Some tips for how to get started using Mastodon. 

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Tumblr to add support for ActivityPub, the social protocol powering Mastodon and other apps

Image Credits: MARTIN BUREAU/AFP / Getty ImagesTumblr will add support for ActivityPub, the open, decentralized social networking protocol t

Wow. I wonder if this would be the “Chromebook” moment for the Fediverse (or Mastodon)? Someone can sign up here easily and chat with Mastodon users/follow Pixelfed photos/etc? Without needing to know about federation or instances?

Recommended RSS readers | Diverse Tech Geek

Thoughts on my favorite RSS reader apps, from the Apple-based NetNewsWire to the broad-platform Feedly.

Yes, RSS readers still exist. I look at some of my favorites.

Animated holiday specials featuring LGBTQ characters | Diverse Tech Geek

I take a look at animated holiday specials featuring LGBTQ characters, from "The Loud House" to the "Rugrats" reboot.

I take a look at animated holiday specials featuring LGBTQ characters, from "The Loud House" to the "Rugrats" reboot.

A look at streaming services’ profile avatars | Diverse Tech Geek

A look at streaming service profile avatars on the most popular services, from Netflix to HBO Max, plus the few services without avatars.

A look at streaming service profile avatars on the most popular services, as well as a few that don’t offer avatars at all (for some reason).