Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
1180 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
1180 total
Humanoid Robot Teacher Debuts at New York School, Raising Questions About AI in Education
A New York school has deployed a humanoid AI teaching robot called Sally, made by Realbotix, a company also known for sex robots. The robot uses the Optio AI platform to assist students in class and remotely.

Why QR Codes Use Three Square Markers Instead Of Four
QR codes use three corner squares for reliable scanning. The design simplifies location detection by the reader.

Workers at Google Push for Layoff Safeguards as Alphabet's Wealth Grows
Over 4,500 Google employees demand job protections. Alphabet's $4.3 trillion valuation highlights a disconnect between corporate profits and worker security.

Data Centers Power Modern Life: What They Do and Why They Matter
Data centers are the hidden backbone of digital services, from streaming to AI. They handle storage, computation and networking, but face growing scrutiny over energy and water use.

How AI Is Redefining Operational Excellence for Mature Companies
A new report from MIT Technology Review argues that AI can only improve operations when companies already have mature process disciplines like Lean Six Sigma and BPM in place, warning against standalone AI investments.

Spotify Removes 75 Million AI-Generated Tracks in Anti-Spam Push
Spotify deleted 75 million AI-generated tracks in 2025. The move targets spam operations that exploit streaming royalties. As Spotify's Sam Duboff confirms, AI has not introduced entirely new spam tactics.

Frame Brings Assembly Language Back to Linux Display Servers
Frame, a new Linux X server written entirely in assembly language, challenges traditional C-based implementations with a focus on performance and minimalism.

Patreon Shifts From Asking AI Bots to Blocking Them With Cloudflare
Patreon partners with Cloudflare to actively block AI scraping bots instead of relying on polite requests, protecting creator content.

Parents Push for Safer Kids Phones as New Devices Enter Market
Companies like Gabb and Pinwheel are launching phones with restricted features to meet parental demands for safer devices.

Dyson Hot+Cool HF1 Blends Heating and Cooling in One Bladeless Unit
Dyson's Hot+Cool HF1 combines heating and cooling in a single bladeless appliance, targeting consumers who want year-round comfort with less clutter and quieter operation.

Multi-Primary Color Displays Promise a Leap in Screen Accuracy
Multi-Primary Color Display technology uses extra primaries beyond RGB to expand color gamut. It could transform professional monitors and HDR screens but faces adoption hurdles.

Privacy-Focused GrapheneOS Gains Ground as Tool for Domestic Abuse Victims
GrapheneOS, a hardened Android OS, is increasingly recommended for domestic abuse victims to prevent digital surveillance by abusers. Its enhanced privacy features offer a critical safety layer.