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1. I keep turning my Google Sheets into phone-friendly webapps Total comment counts : 46 Summary The article details how the author used spreadsheets and the no-code platform Glide to manage their takeout food orders during the pandemic. Faced with the desire to support local restaurants without relying on third-party delivery apps, the author created a system to track and diversify their food choices: Problem Identification: The couple wanted to avoid repetitive takeout choices and support local eateries directly, avoiding high fees from services like DoorDash....

1. From Pegasus to Predator – The evolution of commercial spyware on iOS [video] Total comment counts : 14 Summary Matthias Frielingsdorf’s talk traces the evolution of iOS spyware from the discovery of Pegasus in 2016 to current threats in 2024. Here are the key points: Spyware Evolution (2016-2024): The presentation details how spyware has become more sophisticated, focusing on changes in exploits, infection vectors, and indicators of compromise (IOCs)....

1. Apple Photos phones home on iOS 18 and macOS 15 Total comment counts : 82 Summary The article discusses the author’s discovery of a new, automatically enabled feature in Apple’s Photos app called “Enhanced Visual Search,” which allows for advanced image recognition. This feature was found in both iOS and macOS but was not widely publicized by Apple or the media. The author expresses concerns over privacy, noting that:...

1. Quiver: A Modern Commutative Diagram Editor Total comment counts : 12 Summary error Top 1 Comment Summary The article discusses a highly praised tool for creating mathematical diagrams, specifically mentioning: Ease of Use: The user found the tool intuitive and capable of generating a Fourier-Poisson cube in about 10 minutes. Design: The tool focuses on commutative diagrams, which the user appreciates for its clean and organized interface, unlike a free-form canvas....

1. Blackcandy: Self hosted music streaming server Total comment counts : 53 Summary Summary of Black Candy: Black Candy is a self-hosted music streaming server designed to serve as a personal music center. Here are the key points: Demo: Users can test a demo version online, though it lacks full administrative capabilities and uses music from Free Music Archive. Installation: It uses Docker for easy installation. Users can access it via localhost or the host IP on port 3000....

1. Merry Christmas Everyone Total comment counts : 136 Summary Josh shares a memorable Christmas experience from 1999 when he planned to watch three movies consecutively at a theater in Emeryville: “Galaxy Quest,” “Bicentennial Man,” and “Man on the Moon.” Due to a delay in the start time of the first movie, he and about 50 other moviegoers faced the possibility of missing the subsequent films. However, after collectively speaking to the theater manager, they managed to get the schedule adjusted so everyone could enjoy all three movies, making it a great day for Josh despite being alone on Christmas....

1. Why are cancer guidelines stuck in PDFs? Total comment counts : 43 Summary The article discusses the complexity of cancer treatment and the role of clinical guidelines in standardizing care. Here’s a summary: Standardization of Treatment: Despite extensive research, treatments for the same cancer type can vary between hospitals due to differences in doctor training, time pressures, and access to latest research. Clinical guidelines aim to standardize care by providing structured recommendations based on the latest evidence....

1. Infinigen: Infinite Photorealistic Worlds Using Procedural Generation Total comment counts : 9 Summary The article discusses Infinigen, a project focused on creating infinite photorealistic worlds using procedural generation techniques. Here are the key points: Feedback and Documentation: The developers encourage user feedback and provide comprehensive documentation for users. Project Features: Infinigen includes modules for both indoor environments (Infinigen-Indoors) and natural landscapes (Infinigen-Nature). Users are directed to specific instructions for each module....

1. Why we use our own hardware Total comment counts : 45 Summary Summary of “Technical Rob Mueller Founder & CTO” Article: The article discusses Fastmail’s approach to hardware management and their decision to continue using their own infrastructure rather than moving to cloud services, which they refer to as “cloud repatriation.” Here are the key points: Historical Context: Fastmail has over two decades of experience with managing their own hardware, optimizing cost and performance compared to cloud solutions....

1. Query Apple’s FindMy network with Python Total comment counts : 18 Summary The article introduces an open-source Python library aimed at unifying access to Apple’s FindMy network. Here are the key points: Purpose: The library consolidates various fragmented codes related to Apple’s FindMy network into one comprehensive toolkit, making it easier for developers to integrate this functionality into their applications. Current Status: The project is in its Alpha phase, meaning while the core functionalities are stable, the API might undergo changes....