Monitor Technology News
Stay on top of the latest technology news with curated top stories from the tech community.
Follow Product Launches
Catch new product launches and feature announcements as they break in the tech community.
Quick answer: Use the Tech News tool through ToolRouter to follow product launches directly from Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw — connect once, then drive it with plain-language prompts. No code required.
ToolProduct launches and major feature updates generate immediate community discussion. A new framework, a competitor release, or a major version upgrade can change your technology decisions overnight. Catching these early gives you a competitive advantage.
The new_stories skill surfaces the latest submissions as they appear, and story_details provides the full context including community discussion. Together they let you track product launches in real time and understand the community reaction.
Product managers monitor competitor launches. Developers track new tools and framework releases. CTOs evaluate technology options. Marketing teams watch for industry shifts. Early awareness of product launches enables faster decision-making.
How to follow product launches with Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw
Claude turns product launch tracking into actionable research. Find new launches, then examine community reactions, compare against existing alternatives, and assess whether a new tool is worth adopting. The iterative approach mirrors how an experienced engineer evaluates new technology before committing.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
How to follow product launches with Claude
Once connected (see setup above), use the Tech News tool:
- Ask Claude: "Get the newest tech stories and find product launches using tech-news"
- Claude returns recent product announcements
- Ask: "Get details on this launch -- what is the community saying?"
- Evaluate new products quickly
Example prompt for Claude
Try this with Claude using the Tech News tool
What new products or tools have been launched in the tech community today? Show me the launches with the most discussion.
Tips for Claude
- New stories with high comment counts indicate significant launches
- Ask Claude to summarize the community reception
- Check both positive and negative reactions for a balanced view
ChatGPT evaluates product launches with the context of your existing tools and needs. Beyond showing you what launched, it compares new products against alternatives you already know, explains what makes each launch significant, and helps you decide whether it is worth exploring further or safely ignoring.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
Name
ToolRouterIcon
Download
DownloadDescription
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
How to follow product launches with ChatGPT
Once connected (see setup above), use the Tech News tool:
- Ask: "What new products were launched in tech this week?"
- ChatGPT returns recent launch stories
- Request: "Compare this new tool to existing alternatives"
- Make informed adoption decisions
Example prompt for ChatGPT
Try this with ChatGPT using the Tech News tool
Show me recent product launches in the developer tools space. What is the community reaction?
Tips for ChatGPT
- ChatGPT can compare new launches against existing tools you already use
- Ask about the team behind the product for credibility assessment
- Look for Show HN posts for indie and open source launches
Copilot catches new developer tool releases in your IDE, surfacing launches most relevant to your technology stack. Evaluate new frameworks and libraries without leaving your editor, check community reception of releases that affect your dependencies, and discover tools that could improve your workflow.
Connect ToolRouter to Copilot
1In your agent, go to Tools → Add a tool → New tool
2Choose Model Context Protocol and enter these details
Server name
ToolRouterServer description
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Set Authentication to None and click Create
How to follow product launches with Copilot
Once connected (see setup above), use the Tech News tool:
- In Copilot Chat: "Find recent product launches in tech news"
- Copilot returns new product stories
- Evaluate new tools relevant to your stack
- Get details on promising launches
Example prompt for Copilot
Try this with Copilot using the Tech News tool
What new developer tools or libraries launched this week? Check tech news.
Tips for Copilot
- Stay ahead of the curve on new tools relevant to your work
- Watch for new releases of frameworks you depend on
- Community discussion reveals real-world experiences with new products
OpenClaw tracks product launches and Show HN posts programmatically, returning structured data with engagement metrics and community sentiment indicators. Build automated product monitoring pipelines, create launch notification systems, and generate competitive intelligence reports from the structured output.
Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw
1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp toolsHow to follow product launches with OpenClaw
Once connected (see setup above), use the Tech News tool:
- Ask OpenClaw: "Find new product launches in tech news"
- OpenClaw returns recent launch stories
- Review the product details and community reaction
- Try out promising new tools
Example prompt for OpenClaw
Try this with OpenClaw using the Tech News tool
What new tools or products were announced in tech recently?
Tips for OpenClaw
- Show HN posts are often the first announcement of new tools
- High comment counts signal strong community interest
- Check the discussion for real user feedback and comparisons
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I follow product launches with an AI assistant?
Catch new product launches and feature announcements as they break in the tech community. Connect the Tech News tool to Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw through ToolRouter, then ask the assistant in plain language. For example: Ask Claude: "Get the newest tech stories and find product launches using tech-news" Claude returns recent product announcements
Which AI assistants can follow product launches?
Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw can all follow product launches using the Tech News tool through ToolRouter, with no API keys or coding required.
What does the Tech News tool do?
Monitor technology news, track trending stories, and get details on tech industry developments.
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