Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
742 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
742 total
Loop Engineering Emerges as New AI Coding Paradigm
Developers shift from prompt engineering to 'loop engineering' where AI systems self-prompt iteratively for better results.
Why Screen Sizes Are Measured Diagonally: A Tech History
The diagonal screen measurement standard originated with CRT televisions and still confuses shoppers today. Here is why it persists and what it really means.
SQLite Pre-Sort Optimization Targets Faster Query Performance
SQLite is improving performance by introducing a pre-sort optimization. This change aims to speed up query execution for large datasets.
Oleophobic Coatings Go Mainstream: What That Means for Phone Owners
Screen protectors now need oleophobic coatings to resist fingerprints and oil. The feature is becoming standard as manufacturers respond to consumer demand for cleaner displays.
Hidden iOS Audio Settings Give Users Deeper Control Over Sound
Beyond the volume buttons, iOS includes several audio settings that let users customize sound output for different environments and needs.
MIT Study Rethinks Ozone Damage Timeline Before CFC Bans
New MIT research suggests ozone layer damage might have been detected decades earlier using modern tools. This reframes the timeline of environmental action before CFC bans took effect.
Three Devices That Maximize Your Power Station's Daily Use
A portable power station can serve more than emergency backup. Keeping three specific devices plugged in transforms it into a daily energy hub for home and work.
Camera-Free Smart Glasses From Xgimi Aim for Discreet AI Display
Xgimi's MemoMind One smart glasses skip cameras for privacy, offering a discreet green display. A week of testing reveals promising features but also speaker and software limitations.
WhatsApp Usernames Arrive This Year With Early Reservation Option
WhatsApp will let users chat without sharing phone numbers. Usernames launch later this year with early reservation starting now.
Smart Plug-In Gadgets Are Changing How Homes Manage Energy
A new wave of plug-in devices adds intelligence and safety to standard outlets. From energy monitoring to automated scheduling, these gadgets make homes more efficient without expensive rewiring.
Magnificent Seven Stocks Show Signs of Weakness After Long Rally
The Magnificent Seven tech stocks are underperforming as market momentum shifts. Investors face new risks from slowing earnings growth and regulatory pressures.
Battery Life Reshapes the Wearable Device Market
Wearable makers now prioritize battery endurance over other features. New devices deliver weeks of use, changing consumer expectations and market dynamics.