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Lifehacker editor promotes free TechPulse app for curated tech news
Jordan Calhoun explains why readers should try the ad‑free, algorithm‑free TechPulse app.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Jordan Calhoun, editor in chief of Lifehacker, announced on October 20, 2026 that he recommends the free TechPulse app for accessing tech news, reviews and culture from sites such as CNET, PCMag and Mashable.
Calhoun describes TechPulse as a single‑feed platform that pulls articles and videos from multiple Ziff Davis properties, presenting them in chronological order without algorithms, subscriptions, sign‑ups or log‑ins. The app is available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
According to Calhoun, the app lets users customize a daily dashboard, choose which sources to prioritize—such as CNET for hardware reviews or Lifehacker for productivity tips—and view a mix of news, hands‑on reviews, hacks and entertainment coverage. He notes that the service includes both written pieces and video content, aiming to streamline tech news consumption while preserving diverse editorial voices.
Calhoun acknowledges that his endorsement is self‑servicing but argues that TechPulse offers a “breath of fresh air” compared with algorithm‑driven feeds that manipulate user attention. He highlights the app’s lack of required email address, subscription fee or login as a key advantage.
Lifehacker’s own background, as noted in the article, includes a mission to provide reliable tech help and science‑based life advice since 2005. The outlet is part of Ziff Davis, which also owns the other brands featured in the TechPulse aggregation.
Key facts
- Jordan Calhoun is editor in chief of Lifehacker. (lifehacker.com)
- TechPulse aggregates content from CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Lifehacker, ZDNET and ExtremeTech. (lifehacker.com)
- The app is free and does not require sign‑up, subscription or login. (lifehacker.com)
- TechPulse is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. (lifehacker.com)
- Calhoun promotes the app as algorithm‑free and customizable. (lifehacker.com)
Sources
- [1] lifehacker.com — originally reported as “Lifehacker Is on TechPulse, and You Should Be Too”
