This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and CNET.com's Andrew Hoyle discuss:

- Stephen Hawking, legendary theoretical physicist, dies at 76

- Porn site age verification plans delayed due to security and privacy concerns

- Rugged Cat S61 phone packs thermal imaging on steroids

- Vivo concept phone 

- Amazon recalls fire-risk power packs in UK, Europe and US

- Your emails and questions answered!

Patreon supporters have access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:

- EXTRA STORY: BBC game helps kids lead the fight against fake news

- Expanded discussion around pornography age gates and ISP filters

- Discussion around the risks of location-based family services

- Outtakes and more!

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