The techlash has indeed taken a cinematic turn, but let’s dissect this Verge-approved narrative with a sprinkle of wit and a dash of critique. First, the article claims that the techlash has “gone Hollywood,” suggesting that the once-rational, data-driven criticisms of tech giants have morphed into a glitzy, star-studded spectacle. But wait—hasn’t Hollywood always been about the glitz, with tech’s rational side often overshadowed by the dazzle of screens and paparazzi? Perhaps the techlash was always a little Hollywood, even before it was labeled as such.

Next, the author, fresh from parental leave, muses about McMansions and data centers, sports cards, and ICANN—all in one breath. It’s a delightful jumble, but here’s the rub: are McMansions really the epitome of tech’s impact on society? Data centers, sure—those colossal energy guzzlers are a tech saga in themselves. Sports cards? Maybe the tech of the trade is in blockchain or NFTs, not the physical card itself. ICANN, well, it’s the unsung hero of the internet, but does it truly capture the essence of the techlash’s Hollywood transformation? Possibly, but let’s not overstate its star power.

The article also touts the Dell XPS Googlebook as the author’s new life companion. Fair enough, but isn’t the Googlebook a bit of a hybrid déjà vu? We’ve seen the Chromebook saga play out for years. The Dell XPS adds a touch of premium flair, but is it enough to make the Googlebook the techlash’s leading man? Perhaps, but we need more than a shiny exterior to crown it the king of the techlash kingdom.

Then there’s the new, very purple Kindle—so vibrant, it almost rivals a Verge cover story! Markdown files in Google Docs? Brilliant, but did we really need a note-taking revolution just to keep up with the techlash’s Hollywood charm? It’s like saying the techlash needed a red carpet to walk the runway. Sure, the purple Kindle and Markdown files add flair, but do they substantively elevate the techlash’s narrative?

In essence, the techlash has indeed embraced its Hollywood persona—glamorous, a bit overstated, and full of star power. But let’s not forget the substance behind the spectacle: data centers, rational critiques, and the everyday impact of tech. The techlash’s Hollywood transformation is delightful, but it’s the blend of the glitter and the substance that truly makes it shine. So, here’s to the techlash, now with a touch of Hollywood sparkle and a dash of critical wit!