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The Perils of Letting AI Call the Shots in Code
A growing trend known as 'vibe coding' lets AI drive software development. Experts warn it can create fragile, unmaintainable code. Rigorous engineering still matters.
DuckDuckGo Surges as AI Skeptics Flee Google Search
DuckDuckGo reports user growth by positioning itself as an AI-free search alternative. Privacy-conscious users are leaving Google over AI integration.
Custom Cyberdeck Builds Bring 80s Sci-Fi Computers to Life
A growing DIY community builds custom cyberdeck computers inspired by 1980s sci-fi like 'Neuromancer'. Using Raspberry Pi and 3D printing, hobbyists create unique portable machines.
Microsoft tests user removal of AI models in Windows 11 Insider build
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 build that lets users uninstall AI models. The experimental build 26300.8553 also adds Start menu and search changes.
Apple’s Deliberate AI Pace Looks Like a Strategic Bet, Not a Miss
While rivals race to deploy generative AI, Apple moves slowly. Its cautious strategy may protect user trust and avoid regulatory pitfalls.
Vue Developers Get a Free Animated Icon Library
A new free animated icon library for Vue is now available. The open source project offers developers a way to add motion to icons without heavy dependencies.
Substack Introduces Reply Rules to Give Writers More Control Over Comments
Substack's Reply Rules let writers control who can reply to comments, reducing spam and harassment.
iPhone's Built-In White Noise Feature Offers Sleep Aid for Parents
Apple's iPhone includes a free white noise generator in its Accessibility settings, offering a convenient alternative to pricey sleep machines for parents of restless babies.
Lumix L10's High Price Opens Door for Budget Camera Alternative
Panasonic's new Lumix L10 impresses but carries a steep price. An overlooked model offers comparable features at half the cost, shifting value in mirrorless cameras.
HP’s EliteBoard Keyboard Hides a Desktop PC Inside for Corporate IT
HP packs a full desktop PC into a keyboard, targeting corporate IT for space-saving office setups. The EliteBoard G1a is not meant for consumers.
ReMarkable Paper Pure Drops Frontlight in Pursuit of Digital Minimalism
ReMarkable's new Paper Pure is a refined digital notepad with no frontlight, prioritizing a paper-like experience over versatility. The device offers a distraction-free writing tool for a niche audience.
Starlink Mini Battery Version Spotted in Firmware Code
New firmware code suggests SpaceX is developing a Starlink Mini dish with a built-in battery, enabling truly portable satellite internet for remote work and emergencies.
A Browser-Based Museum Lets Anyone Run 1,700 Vintage Operating Systems
A new online museum offers free access to over 1,700 historic operating systems, all running in a web browser. Users can explore computing history from the 1940s to today without installing software.
Italian Council Slaps 200% Tax on Data Centers in Farmland
An Italian regional council imposed a 200% tax on data centers built in agricultural zones to steer development toward abandoned industrial areas and reduce environmental harm.
TikTok Pro Events App Aims to Unite Fans Around Cultural Moments
TikTok launched a new app called TikTok Pro Events that lets users engage with fans during major cultural moments like the FIFA World Cup through curated feeds and trending videos.
Apple to Pay iPhone Owners $250 Million Over Missing AI Features
Apple will pay $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over delayed AI features. Eligible iPhone owners can claim part of the settlement. The payout addresses claims Apple misled users about Siri and other AI capabilities.
FaceTime Video Messages: The Hidden Feature Most Users Overlook
Many iPhone users don't know they can leave video voicemails on FaceTime. The feature allows callers to record a message when someone misses a call.
Salesforce Turns Slackbot Into a Full AI Agent for the Enterprise
Salesforce rebuilt Slackbot from a simple notification tool into an AI agent that searches data, drafts documents and takes actions, intensifying workplace AI competition.
Prusa Research Launches Open-Source ColorMix Engine for Slicers
Prusa Research released an open-source ColorMix engine for PrusaSlicer and EasyPrint ahead of INDX, enabling advanced multicolor 3D printing without hardware upgrades.
Tech Lobbying Weakens Climate Rules for Data Centers
Tech companies lobbied to kill stricter clean energy rules for gas-powered data centers, weakening climate pledges.