Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
304 published articles
Tracks the evolution of software development, consumer technology with a focus on smartphones, wearables and connected devices. Specializes in observing how new products enter the market, how users actually interact with them and where expectations diverge from real-world performance. Reports on the intersection between product design, user behavior and digital lifestyle trends, highlighting what matters beyond launch announcements and marketing narratives.
Articles by Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
304 total
PostgresBench Brings Reproducible Testing to Cloud Database Choices
A new open-source benchmark, PostgresBench, aims to standardize performance testing for PostgreSQL services. It offers reproducible results across self-managed and cloud providers, helping developers make informed infrastructure decisions.
Nakamichi Dragon Pushes Soundbar Limits With Subwoofer-Free Deep Bass
Nakamichi's Dragon soundbar delivers 1500 watts and 25Hz bass without a subwoofer, challenging conventional home audio.
Automakers Plan to Drop Android Auto From New Vehicles by 2026
Major car manufacturers are phasing out Android Auto from new models by 2026, opting for proprietary infotainment systems. This shift could impact millions of drivers who rely on the platform for navigation and connectivity.
UK Government Considers VPN Ban as Part of Age Verification Plan
The UK government is exploring a ban on VPNs to enforce age verification online. The proposal raises significant privacy and security concerns for households.
Satellite Data Reveals Widespread GPS Signal Tampering
New satellite analysis reveals widespread GPS spoofing and jamming incidents affecting aviation, shipping and critical infrastructure worldwide.
AI That Predicts NHS Staff Resignations Wins Major Award
An AI tool predicting NHS staff resignations won a major prize. Developed with university researchers, it analyzes workforce data to flag at-risk employees before they quit.
The New Complexity of Large Language Models
Large language models are growing more complex with new architectures and techniques. This shift has implications for performance, interpretability, and the future of AI research.
Enterprise AI Investment Reaches Measurable Returns, Google Cloud Reports
Google Cloud VP says companies are seeing ROI from AI, signaling a shift from pilots to production. This marks a potential tipping point for enterprise AI adoption.
China’s New 55-Pound Laser Weapon Targets Drones With AI
China unveiled a man-portable anti-drone laser at a Beijing expo. The 2-kilowatt weapon uses AI targeting, weighs 55 pounds, and can destroy drones from 1,600 feet in four seconds.
Portable Projectors Challenge Expensive DLP Models
Affordable portable projectors from TV makers like Hisense are rivaling costly DLP units, reshaping consumer choices in home entertainment.
Screen Fatigue Drives Users Away From Smartwatches Toward Minimalist Alternatives
Consumers are abandoning feature-packed smartwatches for simpler devices like fitness trackers and analog watches, driven by screen fatigue and a desire for intentional living.
AI Adoption Becomes a Competitive Necessity for Managed Service Providers
Managed service providers face slowing growth and rising competition. Artificial intelligence is emerging as the key differentiator for operational efficiency and client retention.