Thoughts on Technology

RSS Making the Rounds

There sure seems to be a lot of RSS-related stuff going around recently. I’ve seen some interesting articles and even new software being released. Here’s a look at some of it.

The Apple Studio Display XDR

The new Apple Studio Display XDR is out, just a few months after I bought a (used) Pro Display XDR. I’m happy with that purchase after seeing the new display, despite liking the direction Apple has taken.

“Ring’s Founder Knows You Hated That Super Bowl Ad”

People are worried about a vast network of cameras and AI tech that can find anything, anywhere. My cameras are mine, and so are the recordings they produce. If a neighbor loses their dog, I’ll be happy to help, but I’m not giving anyone the footage of everything that happens on my street.

“Deep Blue”

I think most developers are feeling some level of this right now. I’m using AI extensively and it’s the most exciting thing to come along in tech for a long time. But it is scary, because it’s impossible to see where it will take us, not just in the developer community, but in the world at large.

“This Whistle Fights Fascists”

While it’s sad that this is necessary, I love that people are using the tech they have at home to help any way they can.