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  • Dark mode…

    The sun is setting on computers. In October, Google finally—finally—rolled out a new black-background view for its Calendar app. This is just the latest in a string of recent software darkenings. In July, Wikipedia went light-on-dark. And a few years… Read More ›

  • No social media for 3.5 years. Here’s what happened

    An interesting video below which highlights what really does happen when you step back from social media. Must say I am happier now that I have stepped right back and negative emotions appear less often than previously.

  • Gen Z have ruined shopping

    When did you last walk into a shop and feel truly valued? Poor customer service is a deal breaker. Polite, well-trained, and knowledgeable staff can transform shopping trips into experiences that online cannot provide. And while I know it isn’t… Read More ›

  • Freedom of speech at all costs?

    During his three-day posting binge, Musk has called for UK government officials to be hanged and jailed, demanded the removal of Keir Starmer as UK prime minister, and suggested notorious far-right activist Tommy Robinson be released from prison. Robinson was… Read More ›

  • Microsoft’s Cloud Prison

    In April Microsoft plans to release a new device on the unsuspecting workers of the world. Its name is Windows 365 Link. Microsoft’s YouTube advertisement explains that the new device will be secure because it will have, “No local admin… Read More ›

  • PTOs and WFH

    For years, my company has offered an unlimited paid time off (PTO) plan, and if you run a business—particularly a small business — you should seriously consider doing the same. Maybe you’ve considered this in the past and shrugged it… Read More ›

  • The Phantom V Fold2 5G

    At first glance the Phantom V has a lot going for it; decent specs and a design that feels familiar and new at the same time. Seems there is an Android world outside of Samsung after all…

  • The Science of Steps and Mental Health

    Higher Steps, Lower Symptoms: Individuals achieving 10,000 or more steps per day experienced significantly fewer depressive symptoms compared to those taking fewer than 5,000 steps (SMD, -0.26; 95% CI, -0.38 to -0.14). Incremental Gains: Each additional 1,000 daily steps correlated… Read More ›

  • Don’t use Apple’s Measure app for proper measuring

    I decided to use the Apple Measure app to measure up before we bought some carpets for our hallway, stairs and lounge. Boy was that a mistake! The following measurements came back- Lounge 3.72 x 3.61 metresStairs 80cm widthHallway (top)… Read More ›

  • ‘Stop wearing it’

    “It finally happened; I’ve been waiting for this one,” TikToker Beatrice, also known as the Anti Plastic Lady (@antiplasticlady), said. In a viral TikTok with more than 1.3 million views, Beatrice shared a recent study from the University of Notre… Read More ›