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NextDNS Fights Age Verification Age checks on the internet are becoming more common, with platforms like Reddit, X (Twitter), Xbox, and others now asking users in the U.K., U.S., and Europe to prove they’re over 18 by submitting ID documents. These measures are meant to comply with laws like the U.K.’s Online Safety Bill, but many users see them […]
18.08.2025 03:01 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
My Personal Software Development Philosophy I approach software development from a personal place: I build tools that solve problems I encounter in my own life. Rather than keeping these solutions locked away or treating them as proprietary secrets, I believe in sharing what I create with the world. Software, to me, is most powerful when it’s open—when others can adapt, […]
13.07.2025 17:37 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Cellphone Plans are A Better Value Today than in 2007?! The other day I saw this post from @thebasicappleguy reminding us of the launch plans for the original iPhone back in 2007. It got me thinking — what does that $60/month actually look like in 2025 dollars? Rollback to 2007, it wasn’t cheap. The plan? $60/month got you: 450 voice minutes 200 text messages Unlimited […]
06.07.2025 20:04 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
One Year with Matic: Looking Back on the Promise of AI Cleaning Summary: After a year with Matic, it’s clear this AI-powered robot cleaner is in a league of its own. From rock-solid hardware and consistently reliable cleaning to seamless software updates and effortless daily use, Matic has exceeded my expectations—even outperforming big-name competitors in real-world tests. Its larger size means it can handle thresholds and carpets, […]
23.06.2025 14:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A Minimalist E Ink Display That Brings Widgets to Your Walls (Or Your Old Kindle or ESP32 Device) Imagine a screen that doesn’t demand your attention — one that quietly updates throughout the day with just the info you want. No glowing LEDs. No noise. No distractions. That’s the promise of TRMNL, a flexible, open-source display platform built around E Ink and simplicity. Originally launched through crowdfunding in 2024, TRMNL is now available […]
18.06.2025 02:16 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Goodbye Pocket… Hello karakeep and Self Archiving Summary: With Pocket shutting down, I explored better ways to save and archive web content and found two standout options: SingleFile, a simple browser extension that lets anyone create secure, portable backups of web pages with a single click—no technical expertise needed—and KaraKeep, an open source, self-hosted tool for those comfortable following basic instructions, offering […]
08.06.2025 01:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0