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I built an app to backup Live Photos from iPhone to external hard drives

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-26 12:36:13

I noticed so many iPhone users are dealing with the same storage nightmare. Here's a common scenario that sounds familiar to a lot of people: The widespread problem: iPhone storage fills up crazy fast, not everyone has a Mac, many don't want to pay monthly for iCloud storage, and home NAS setups aren't realistic for most users. The manual approach of creating folders and selecting photos one by one is tedious, and keeping up with new photos becomes overwhelming So I built an app called BackiGo

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Meta is adding AI-powered summaries to WhatsApp

techcrunch.com Ivan Mehta 2026-03-01 14:56:49

Meta announced on Wednesday that it’s adding an AI-powered summaries feature to WhatsApp. The optional new feature uses Meta AI to summarize unread messages in a chat. This summary would only be visible to you, not others in your chat, the company notes. The feature builds on the AI technology that Meta released in April, which allowed the company to implement AI features that don’t impact encryption or user privacy. “Message Summaries uses Private Processing technology, which allows Meta AI

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Deep Down the Rabbit Hole: Bash, OverlayFS, and a 30-Year-Old Surprise

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-01 15:43:59

Deep Down the Rabbit Hole: Bash, OverlayFS, and a 30-Year-Old Surprise This blog post recounts a recent debugging session that uncovered a surprising set of issues involving Bash, getcwd() , and OverlayFS. What began as a simple customer bug report evolved into a deep dive worth sharing. Initial Bug Report A customer reported that OpenSSH scp failed after switching to OverlayFS. We found the following error in the logs: shell-init: error retrieving current directory: \ getcwd: cannot access

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Best Binoculars (2025): Zeiss, Swarovski, Leica

wired.com Scott Gilbertson 2026-03-01 18:39:00

Binoculars mean the difference between seeing a little gray bird and identifying a titmouse, cheering a home run and seeing the epic catch, or realizing that the 10-point buck is actually a doe standing in front of dead branches. Whether you're scouting terrain, watching birds in your backyard, stargazing, or getting season tickets at Fenway, binoculars bring the world closer. If you're looking for binoculars for bird-watching, check out our guide All the Gear You Need to Start Birding. Be sure

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IEEE Std 3161TM-2022: Breaking Bottlenecks of Large-Scale Video Data Aggregation, Storage, and Computing in Smart Cities – Standard for Digital Retina Systems

computer.org Laurel Tweed 2026-03-01 21:00:31

Introduction Ubiquitous camera networks in smart cities create massive amounts of images and videos at a range of spatial-temporal scales. However, the capabilities of visual processing systems often lag behind the rapid growth of video data and city brain system. To address this challenge, a novel collaborative visual computing framework, termed as digital retina, has been established to align high-efficiency and intelligent perception models with the emerging visual coding for machines. Withi

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Federal court says AI training on books is fair use, but sends Anthropic to trial over pirated copies

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-03-01 21:58:00

What just happened? A federal court has delivered a split decision in a high-stakes copyright case that could reshape the future of artificial intelligence development. US District Judge William Alsup ruled that Anthropic's use of copyrighted books to train its Claude AI system qualifies as lawful "fair use" under copyright law, marking a significant victory for the AI industry. However, the judge simultaneously ordered the company to face trial this December for allegedly building a "central l

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Forget about AI costs: Google just changed the game with open-source Gemini CLI that will be free for most developers

venturebeat.com Sean Michael Kerner 2026-03-01 21:00:00

Join the event trusted by enterprise leaders for nearly two decades. VB Transform brings together the people building real enterprise AI strategy. Learn more For power users and many developers, the command line is the foundational interface for controlling a system and its applications. Also sometimes referred to as a terminal, the command line interface (CLI) is how users issue commands and build applications as an alternative, or as a complement, to an integrated developer environment (IDE)

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This carrier will soon let you send photos and videos to 911 - here's how

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2026-03-01 23:28:00

Ajax9 / Getty Images If you're an AT&T Wireless customer, you're about to receive a potentially life-saving feature on your phone. The company announced several upgrades to its Next Generation 9-1-1 ESInet emergency communications platform this week, with the most important one coming to your phone. Later this year, AT&T customers will be able to send picture and video messages to 9-1-1. Also: You should use these 10 personal safety features on your Pixel phone (before it's too late) Many ju

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This Experimental Tech Allows Surgeons to See Through Blood

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2026-03-01 23:40:57

Invisible Man, eat your heart out. In a first, scientists have just found a way for surgeons to see through blood during a procedure, effectively making it transparent. On Tuesday, Ocutrx Technologies revealed the innovative tool, named HemoLucence. It reportedly uses AI-powered physics to digitally visualize blood as though it were translucent, which should give surgeons a clear view of the tissue beneath while operating. The technology is part of a surgical microscope system that the company

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Apple Sports app adds live tennis scores and a redesigned home screen

techcrunch.com Aisha Malik 2026-03-01 23:36:50

The Apple Sports app, launched last year, is introducing tennis coverage ahead of Wimbledon, along with a redesigned home screen experience, Apple announced on Wednesday. Users will now be able to access live tennis scores for Grand Slam and 1000-level tournaments and can track every point across all men’s and women’s singles matches. Fans can also stay updated on a player’s progress throughout tournaments and get results from every match from the first round through the finals. Apple says the

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Google’s new AI will help researchers understand how our genes work

technologyreview.com Antonio Regalado 2026-03-02 04:00:00

“We haven’t designed or validated AlphaGenome for personal genome prediction, a known challenge for AI models,” Google said in a statement. Underlying the AI system is the so-called transformer architecture invented at Google that also powers large language models like GPT-4. This one was trained on troves of experimental data produced by public scientific projects. Lareau says the system will not broadly change how his lab works day to day but could permit new types of research. For instance,

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The Nintendo Switch 2 will be available for Walmart Plus subscribers today at 9pm Eastern

theverge.com Brandt Ranj 2026-03-02 04:00:00

Most restocks are free to participate in, but not the latest one at Walmart. The retailer will stock both the $449.99 standalone Nintendo Switch 2 and a $499.99 bundle that includes the system along with a digital copy of Mario Kart World exclusively for Walmart Plus subscribers today starting at 9PM EDT/6PM PDT. Mind you, there’s no discount. You’re just getting a chance to buy one. The Switch 2 has been difficult to find, and there haven’t been many opportunities to buy one if you missed out

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Google unveils Gemini CLI, an open-source AI tool for terminals

techcrunch.com Maxwell Zeff 2026-03-02 03:00:00

Google is launching a new agentic AI tool that will put its Gemini AI models closer to where developers are already coding. The company announced on Wednesday the launch of Gemini CLI, an agentic AI tool designed to run locally from your terminal. The new tool connects Google’s Gemini AI models to local codebases, and it allows developers to make natural language requests, such as asking Gemini CLI to explain confusing sections of code, write new features, debug code, or run commands. Gemini C

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Introducing the Going Public Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2026-03-02 04:00:00

For the first time ever, TechCrunch Disrupt is launching the Going Public Stage — a brand-new destination for founders navigating the mid and late stages of company building. This content is essential for any founder, but especially those scaling fast, preparing for exit, or reimagining what comes next. Because whether you’re at the seed stage or Series E, the most successful founders are always thinking 10 steps ahead. You’ll hear from some of the biggest names in tech and venture — including

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Winning capital for your AI startup? Kleida Martiro is leading the conversation at TechCrunch All Stage

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2026-03-02 04:30:00

AI-native startups are rewriting the rules of what early traction looks like — and too often, investors are still playing by the old ones. At TechCrunch All Stage, happening in Boston on July 15, Kleida Martiro, partner at Glasswing Ventures, will lead a breakout that cuts straight to the core of this disconnect. Her session, “Winning Capital in a Competitive Market: How to Fund Your AI-Native Startup,” on the Foundation Stage, explores how early stage AI founders can frame their growth story i

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Court says AI training on books is fair use but Anthropic must face trial over pirated copies

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-03-02 09:58:00

What just happened? A federal court has delivered a split decision in a high-stakes copyright case that could reshape the future of artificial intelligence development. US District Judge William Alsup ruled that Anthropic's use of copyrighted books to train its Claude AI system qualifies as lawful "fair use" under copyright law, marking a significant victory for the AI industry. However, the judge simultaneously ordered the company to face trial this December for allegedly building a "central l

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Google Photos could soon suggest photos you may want to delete (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-02 09:39:40

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Photos may soon offer suggestions to help users clean up storage by deleting unnecessary photos. These suggestions will appear after users delete multiple photos. The feature will likely be optional, and the app could receive a corresponding setting to turn it off. Google Photos already offers a convenient way for users to free up storage space on their devices through the “Manage storage” option. It lists photos and videos with large file siz

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Sourcehut Moving to Europe

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-02 05:29:58

Just received this: Hello! I'm writing to let you know that, as part of our work to move our business operations from the United States to Europe, we are rolling out changes to our terms of service and privacy policy. As promised, we are giving you two weeks notice and a chance to participate in the discussion about the proposed changes. You can review the diff of the proposed changes on the sr.ht-dev mailing list: https://lists.sr.ht/~sircmpwn/sr.ht-dev/patches/60282 The changes will take

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How to Think about Parallel Programming: Not! [video] (2021)

news.ycombinator.com Guy Steele 2026-02-26 23:12:22

InfoQ Homepage Presentations How to Think about Parallel Programming: Not! How to Think about Parallel Programming: Not! Like Reading list View Presentation Vertical Horizontal Full Speed: 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x Download MP3 Slides 01:09:36 Summary Guy L. Steele Jr. believes that it should not be the programmer’s job to think about parallelism, but languages should provide ways to transparently run tasks in parallel. This requires a new approach in building languages supporting algorithms b

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Gemini CLI

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-02 09:10:46

Gemini CLI This repository contains the Gemini CLI, a command-line AI workflow tool that connects to your tools, understands your code and accelerates your workflows. With the Gemini CLI you can: Query and edit large codebases in and beyond Gemini's 1M token context window. Generate new apps from PDFs or sketches, using Gemini's multimodal capabilities. Automate operational tasks, like querying pull requests or handling complex rebases. Use tools and MCP servers to connect new capabilities

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Gemini CLI is a free, open source coding agent that brings AI to your terminal

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-03-02 09:00:04

Some developers prefer to live in the command line interface (CLI), eschewing the flashy graphics and file management features of IDEs. Google's latest AI tool is for those terminal lovers. It's called Gemini CLI, and it shares a lot with Gemini Code Assist, but it works in your terminal environment instead of integrating with an IDE. And perhaps best of all, it's free and open source. Gemini CLI plugs into Gemini 2.5 Pro, Google's most advanced model for coding and simulated reasoning. It can

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Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (June 25)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-02 14:30:52

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can download and use on your phone, tablet, or even your laptop/PC. The images will come from folks here at Android Authority as well as our readers. All are free to use and come without watermarks. File formats are JPG and PNG, and we’ll provide images in both landscape and portrait modes, so they’ll be optimized for various screens. For the newest wall

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Introducing Qodo Gen CLI: Build and Run Coding Agents Anywhere in the SDLC

news.ycombinator.com Elana Krasner 2026-03-02 14:09:39

Today, we’re excited to announce in alpha, the Qodo Gen CLI, a powerful command-line interface for building, managing and running AI agents. With Qodo Gen CLI, developers can create their own agents, automate workflows across the SDLC and turn any IDE agentic. With Qodo Gen CLI, you get: Custom agents you control – Define what they do, when they run, and the tools they use – Define what they do, when they run, and the tools they use Workflow-wide automation – Trigger agents from CI/CD, webhoo

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The 11 Best Healthy Beverages to Keep You Hydrated This Summer

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-02 12:46:00

When it comes to picking the right healthy beverage for your taste and preferences, there are multiple factors to consider. Below, we outline them so you can find the right drink for you. Dietary notes If you follow a specific diet or are looking for specific ingredients, this can help you narrow down the best drink for you. Examples include gluten-free, vegan, nut-free, low-sugar or zero-sugar, and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. You’ll also want to think about what is added to the drink

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Gemini Free Review: The Best Free AI Chatbot I've Used So Far

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-02 14:00:00

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 8.5 / 10 SCORE Gemini Free Review Pros Free Higher token limit than ChatGPT Free Faster image generation Largely accurate Can upload and examine large documents Cons Randomly hits token limit Illogical, frustrating image generation Image analysis is inaccurate Long documents can't be pasted directly Google Gemini has come a long way. From its forme

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The Secret Reason So Many College Students Are Relying on AI Is Incredibly Sad

futurism.com Unknown 2026-03-02 09:46:45

According to a new study, a staggering majority of American college students are using artificial intelligence in their studies — and the reason why is a pathos-laden dispatch from an education system in crisis. In a new study in the journal Tech Trends, researchers from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte found not only that most students are now using AI to assist in their schoolwork, but also that many prefer the technology for a tragic reason: because it doesn't judge them like a

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The AI Hype Index: AI-powered toys are coming

technologyreview.com The Editors 2026-03-02 22:44:46

Separating AI reality from hyped-up fiction isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created the AI Hype Index—a simple, at-a-glance summary of everything you need to know about the state of the industry. AI agents might be the toast of the AI industry, but they’re still not that reliable. That’s why Yoshua Bengio, one of the world’s leading AI experts, is creating his own nonprofit dedicated to guarding against deceptive agents. Not only can they mislead you, but new research suggests that the weak

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Fairphone Gen 6 is here with a modular design that gives you even more freedom

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-02 22:00:51

Supplied by Fairphone TL;DR Fairphone has announced the Fairphone Gen 6 smartphone. The phone maintains a repairable, modular design, but now has accessories that attach to its back. The Fairphone Gen 6 has a recommended price of ~$695, while a deGoogled version will be available in the US for $899. Fairphone has made a name for itself over the years thanks to its repairable designs, long update policies, and sustainable approach to smartphone manufacturing. We’ve been expecting a new phone

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This Gemini feature in the YouTube app convinced me to finally ditch the Google Assistant

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-03 00:00:47

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Ever since Google announced that it would begin phasing out its Assistant for Gemini as the default voice assistant, I have found myself struggling to pick between the two. On one hand, I like the familiarity and reliability of the Assistant but on the other, Gemini is the only one still getting new features. The latter is exactly what finally pushed me to start using Gemini more seriously — despite the occasional hiccup and hallucination. In particular, I’ve

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Google's Imagen 4 text-to-image model promises 'significantly improved' boring images

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-03 00:17:11

Google has unveiled its latest text-to-image model Imagen 4 with the usual promise of "significantly improved text rendering" over the previous version, Imagen 3. The company also introduced a new deluxe version called Imagen 4 Ultra designed to follow more precise text prompts if you're willing to pay extra. Both arrive to a paid preview in the Gemini API and for limited free testing in Google AI Studio. Google describes the main Imagen 4 model as "your go-to for most tasks" with a price of $.

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Latest Tech News

I built an app to backup Live Photos from iPhone to external hard drives

Meta is adding AI-powered summaries to WhatsApp

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Gemini CLI

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Fairphone Gen 6 is here with a modular design that gives you even more freedom

This Gemini feature in the YouTube app convinced me to finally ditch the Google Assistant

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