Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
1185 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
1185 total
Anthropic and OpenAI Shift AI Race From Power to Price
Anthropic and OpenAI released new models focused on efficiency, promising better performance at lower cost. Opus 5.5 and GPT-6 Sol and Luna mark a strategic pivot toward affordability in AI.
Smart Bulbs Offer Convenience but Come With Hidden Trade-Offs
Smart bulbs promise automation but introduce costs, compatibility quirks and complexity. For many homes, regular bulbs remain the smarter bet.
Waze Won't Quit? How to Fully Exit the Navigation App
Waze often keeps running in the background, draining battery and data. Here's how to properly turn it off on iPhone and Android devices.
Researcher Intentionally Breaks ESP32 OTA Update to Expose IoT Flaw
A security researcher deliberately compromises an over-the-air update on the ESP32 chip, revealing a critical vulnerability in how IoT devices handle firmware updates.
Sonos Ace Ultra Headphones Arrive With Fresh Wi-Fi Features and a Hefty Price Tag
Sonos Ace Ultra headphones launch with Wi-Fi streaming and deep Sonos integration. At $449, they appeal mainly to existing Sonos users.
Finnish Startup Verda Lands $189M Series B in Sign of Nordic Tech Strength
Finnish company Verda raises $189M in Series B funding, underscoring growing investor confidence in the Nordic startup ecosystem and European tech.
BigCommerce Supply Chain Breach Exposes Merchant Customer Data via Ribon App
BigCommerce confirmed a supply chain breach after Ribon app credentials were compromised. Master of Malt customers had names, emails, and addresses exposed. The ICO was notified and Emery Reddy warns of phishing.
How Wind Turbines Challenge Radar Systems and National Defense
Wind turbines can create radar clutter that mimics aircraft, a problem drawing attention from NASA, the military, and researchers.
Mapping the Deadly Gap in Border Surveillance Technology
A 15-month investigation produced the first comprehensive map of migrant deaths near US border surveillance towers, revealing technology failures. The data shows deaths persist despite billions spent on the 'virtual wall.'
Bluebird's Tweet.app Relaunches Twitter With AI Moderation and a Paid Model
Bluebird's Tweet.app revives Twitter with a paid model, AI moderation, and a 'freedom of speech but not freedom of reach' approach.
Young Users Swap Google for AI, Study Warns of Unseen Risks
A new study shows users aged 9 to 18 are abandoning Google for AI chatbots, raising concerns about information quality and digital literacy.
Laptop Fire on American Airlines Flight Raises Safety and Insurance Stakes
A laptop fire aboard an American Airlines flight injured passengers and closed a runway, sparking concerns over stricter battery rules and rising insurance premiums.