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Why MIT Switched from Scheme to Python (2009)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-31 06:38:16

Costanza asked Sussman why MIT had switched away from Scheme for their introductory programming course, 6.001. This was a gem. He said that the reason that happened was because engineering in 1980 was not what it was in the mid-90s or in 2000. In 1980, good programmers spent a lot of time thinking, and then produced spare code that they thought should work. Code ran close to the metal, even Scheme — it was understandable all the way down. Like a resistor, where you could read the bands and know

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Superman’s Fortress of Solitude is a Silver Age man cave inspired by nature’s beauty

theverge.com Charles Pulliam-Moore 2025-12-31 08:45:00

is a reporter focusing on film, TV, and pop culture. Before The Verge, he wrote about comic books, labor, race, and more at io9 and Gizmodo for almost five years. James Gunn knows that most people are familiar with Superman’s origin story, which is why DC Studios’ new feature about the Man of Steel opens at a point when he has already become a world famous superhero. Instead of rehashing the tragic beats of Krypton’s destruction, the movie is punctuated with moments that show you how deeply Sup

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Alexa+ preview: An almost philosophical exercise

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-01 03:00:12

“Alexa, I need to write a review about you.” “Oh, a review? I’m intrigued! What’s the occasion? I’d love to hear what you think.” “There’s no occasion, this is just my work.” “Ah, I see. Writing a professional review, got it. I’m here to help if you need any specific information.” “Yeah, what should I consider when reviewing you?” “Consider my natural voice, emotional intelligence and my ability to handle complex tasks. How about my personality and humor? Those are key parts of the new me.”

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Galaxy Watch 8 review: Samsung’s best smartwatch in years

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-01 03:00:36

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . I’m too tired to write this review. Last week, I penned a work-in-progress version because I hadn’t yet spent enough time to fully explore the new features Samsung packed into the Galaxy Watch 8 . One of those features is the new AI-powered running guidance, which I followed. I have r

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My website is one binary (2022)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-31 23:47:07

my website is one binary 2022-04-06 ---------------------------- a.k.a. this one weird trick that inspires me to program creatively i have struggled for years to figure out a website framework that feels good to me. i tried all of the classics, including but limited to: - ghost - hugo - jekyll - sr.ht + tarball - manual html editing i have very high and unusual standards, and none of the above felt correct to me. more importantly, none of the above excited me. i have uncovered the secret. i have

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I Want Apple to Steal These Android Camera Features for the iPhone 17

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-01 02:00:13

The iPhone 16 Pro already has a great camera system capable of taking photos so good you'd think they were taken on pro-level mirrorless cameras. I love the quality of all three rear lenses, and while I like recent features, such as the Photographic Styles and Apple's ProRaw image format, I think there's more the company can do to help photographers take their best ever photos. I've spent 14 years reviewing iPhones and Android phones from all brands for CNET, and as a professional photographer

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This fan-made Galaxy S26 Ultra render is the phone I wish Samsung would make

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-01 04:00:27

Joe Maring / Android Authority 🗣️ This is an open thread. We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. Although it’s a bit too early in the rumor cycle for concrete Galaxy S26 leaks, that hasn’t stopped people from talking about Samsung’s next phones. Mostly recently, that’s taken shape in r/SamsungGalaxy, where discussion of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is in full swing. Along with sharing some speculative

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13 tech trends to watch now, according to McKinsey (and no, it's not all AI)

zdnet.com Webb Wright 2026-01-01 08:23:00

MF3d / Getty Images When we hear the word "technology," most of us automatically think of hardware; the physical devices that have become such a conspicuously present part of many of our day-to-day lives. But technology is a much more expansive phenomenon, encompassing not only all the various tools and gadgets we can clearly see, but also a vast and mostly invisible digital infrastructure of software and code upon which our modern world is based. When trying to understand technological change

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The 5 best Mint alternatives to replace the budgeting app that shut down

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-01 16:00:35

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you haven't already switched, we rounded up the best Mint alternatives to replace the app that shut down. As a long-time Mint user, I was frustrated to say the least when news broke at the end of 2023 that Intuit would shut Mint down. I, like millions of others, enjoyed how easily

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The best all-in-one computers of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2026-01-01 16:00:17

All-in-one (AIO) computers combine performance and speed in a space-saving design, integrating components into a single monitor. These machines are ideal for households wanting a clean setup without sacrificing basic functionality. The best laptop can offer a similar experience, but I still recommend AIOs for their larger screens and often powerful audio systems. However, AIO computers typically offer more modest hardware than traditional computers. These devices have limited upgrade options, r

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Everything You Need to Try in macOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-12-31 21:40:00

You’re probably already tired of the rants about Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign, but that’s too bad, because iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and all the other “OS 26” updates are now in public beta, and there’s a lot to unpack. You can sign up for the public beta program, though we should warn you that any beta software may introduce new glitches. If you’re planning to try the beta, you should back up your important files in case something should go awry. We took some time and tested macOS 26 and i

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Preston Thorpe is a software engineer at a San Francisco startup — he’s also serving his 11th year in prison

techcrunch.com Amanda Silberling 2026-01-01 00:48:32

If you omit some key details, all Preston Thorpe has to do to become a senior software engineer at a promising tech company is walk through the door. For about six months, Thorpe was a prolific volunteer contributor to an open source project led by database company Turso. His work was impressive enough that Turso’s CEO, Glauber Costa, quickly offered him a job. That was also when Costa realized that Thorpe is anything but an ordinary programmer. “I checked his GitHub profile, and he mentions t

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Don’t get your hopes up for One UI 9 leaks as Samsung fixes this major loophole

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-02 03:41:57

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has patched a loophole that enabled many recent One UI leaks. The exploit allowed users to access internal OTA builds via a custom tool and decrypt metadata. You almost certainly won’t be treated to as many One UI 9 leaks going forward. The Samsung fans among you enjoy delving into One UI leaks, and we enjoy bringing them to you when they surface. The bad news for all of us is that it looks like the party might be over. According to a report

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‘Invincible’ Season 4 Is Bringing in Matthew Rhys for a Major Role

gizmodo.com Isaiah Colbert 2026-01-02 03:00:55

Congo lining up off of Prime Video’s announcement that Invincible will have its fifth season queued up while its fourth season is waiting in the wings, Skybound Entertainment announced new casting for the adult animated series that’ll play a major role in its upcoming season at San Diego Comic-Con. During Invincible co-creator Robert Kirkman’s panel at San Diego Comic-Con, it was announced that actor Matthew Rhys (The Americans) will play the role of Dinosaurus. To all the folks who didn’t have

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I've Tried Making My iPad an Almost Mac With iPadOS 26 Beta

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-02 05:18:00

I can see the light on the horizon. In the near future I'm carrying just an iPad around and it's my full everyday computer. The Macbook becomes a distant memory. Apple hasn't made my ultimate fantasy true yet, but with iPadOS 26 it comes closer than ever. The newest operating system for iPads, expected to officially debut this fall, is now available to try in a public beta. It adds Mac-like features galore -- including a new multitasking mode, flexible windows, little window-sizing buttons that

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I've Tried Making My iPad An Almost Mac With iPadOS 26 Beta

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-02 11:18:00

I can see the light on the horizon. In the near future I'm carrying just an iPad around and it's my full everyday computer. The Macbook becomes a distant memory. Apple hasn't made my ultimate fantasy true yet, but with iPadOS 26 it comes closer than ever. The newest operating system for iPads, expected to officially debut this fall, is now available to try in a public beta. It adds Mac-like features galore -- including a new multitasking mode, flexible windows, little window-sizing buttons that

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Hackers—hope to defect to Russia? Don’t Google “defecting to Russia.”

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-01-02 12:25:56

To the casual observer, cybercriminals can look like swashbuckling geniuses. They possess technical skills formidable enough to penetrate the networks of the biggest companies on the planet. They cover their tracks using technology that is arcane to most people—VPNs, encrypted chat apps, onion routing, aliases in dark web forums. They talk trash, extorting corporate ransoms in cryptocurrency, and they aim high, not flinching even at the prospect of stealing data on US presidential candidates.

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Google’s new Web Guide search experiment organizes results with AI

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2026-01-02 14:58:41

Google on Thursday is launching a new AI-powered feature called Web Guide for organizing Google Search results. Web Guide is a Search Labs experiment that leverages AI technology to organize the search results page by grouping pages related to specific aspects of the search query. Search Labs experiments are a way for Google to test out new ideas by letting users opt in to those they find interesting. The experiments can be turned on or off at any time and include things like Google’s AI Mode,

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macOS Tahoe 26 public beta now available, here’s everything new, install guide

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-01-02 21:14:28

The wait is over. If you own a compatible Mac and are feeling bold, you can now install the first public beta of macOS Tahoe 26 and try it out for yourself. Here’s everything new in the system. First things first: should you install the beta? You probably know the drill: Betas can be unpredictably buggy. Even if something works on one release, it is not guaranteed to work on the next. Here’s how Apple puts it on the public beta FAQ: “Please note that since the beta software has not yet bee

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'South Park' Season 27: How to Watch the First Episode Without Cable

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-02 20:52:00

Philo is a live TV streaming service that provides more than 70 channels, including Comedy Central. A subscription costs $28 per month and also includes access to AMC Plus content. Rivals like YouTube TV come with more channels but Philo could be a good fit for you if you like its smaller selection for a lower price.

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watchOS 26 public beta lets you try smarter workouts with personality, new and improved Apple Watch apps

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2026-01-03 03:13:53

Apple is now offering the first public beta of watchOS 26, the next major update for Apple Watch, ahead of its official fall release. While the biggest visual update may appear to be the limited Liquid Glass elements, the substance of watchOS 26 exists in how it integrates with Apple Intelligence for smarter workouts and more context-aware communication. After some hands-on time with the update, here’s what stands out so far. watchOS 26? Where’d the time go? watchOS 26 is the 12th version of t

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Two narratives about AI

news.ycombinator.com Study Hacks 2026-01-03 02:08:09

I want to present you with two narratives about AI. Both of them are about using this technology to automate computer programming, but they point toward two very different conclusions. The first narrative notes that Large Language Models (LLMs) are exceptionally well-suited for coding because source code, at its core, is just very well-structured text, which is exactly what these models excel at generating. Because of this tight match between need and capability, the programming industry is ser

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You can actually multitask on an iPad now and it’s the best new feature in 15 years

theverge.com Todd Haselton 2026-01-03 03:14:21

I’ve gone back and forth over the years on whether or not I can actually work from an iPad. The answer has always been: sort of. I can write on an iPad. I can edit on an iPad. So, I guess I’ve always been able to “work” from an iPad. But with a Magic Keyboard and an iPad running the iPadOS 26 beta, I can work like I would right on my MacBook or Surface Pro, using a bunch of windows plastered all over the place. The first public beta for iPadOS 26 dropped today. You can download and install it y

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Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign is shaping up to be a snoozer on Macs

theverge.com Antonio G. Di Benedetto 2026-01-03 03:15:18

is a reviewer covering laptops and the occasional gadget. He spent over 15 years in the photography industry before joining The Verge as a deals writer in 2021. Apple’s macOS Tahoe 26 public beta is finally available, and with it the same Liquid Glass design language that’s coming to the rest of Apple’s operating systems. It’s a simultaneously weird yet milquetoast update. I’ve been testing the developer beta on an M4 MacBook Air since WWDC in June, and after using it through to the latest dev

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When swiping supplants scissors: The hidden cost of touchscreens

news.ycombinator.com Amber Case 2026-01-03 06:46:46

When Swiping Supplants Scissors: The Hidden Cost of Touchscreens — and how Designers Can Help Amber Case 9 min read · 1 day ago 1 day ago -- Listen Share Zoom image will be displayed The history of technology is full of innovators who got their start creating with their hands. Steve Jobs cites a calligraphy class at Reed College as influencing the design of the Mac; Susan Kare, who designed the Apple icons we still use today, had a childhood immersed in arts, crafts, and embroidery. It’s a ke

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No One Knows Anything About AI

news.ycombinator.com Study Hacks 2026-01-03 08:08:09

I want to present you with two narratives about AI. Both of them are about using this technology to automate computer programming, but they point toward two very different conclusions. The first narrative notes that Large Language Models (LLMs) are exceptionally well-suited for coding because source code, at its core, is just very well-structured text, which is exactly what these models excel at generating. Because of this tight match between need and capability, the programming industry is ser

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Google’s new Web View search experiment organizes results with AI

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2026-01-03 08:58:41

Google on Thursday is launching a new AI-powered feature called Web Guide for organizing Google Search results. Web Guide is a Search Labs experiment that leverages AI technology to organize the search results page by grouping pages related to specific aspects of the search query. Search Labs experiments are a way for Google to test out new ideas by letting users opt in to those they find interesting. The experiments can be turned on or off at any time and include things like Google’s AI Mode,

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Josh Brolin Doesn’t Seem Enthused About a Potential ‘Goonies 2’

gizmodo.com Germain Lussier 2026-01-03 12:15:06

Forty years have passed since The Goonies delighted audiences and captured the adventurous imaginations of a generation. In that time, talk of a sequel has never ended, but as of earlier this year, it’s more real than it ever has been. Warner Bros. has, as of a few months back, hired someone to write a Goonies 2. And while many of the original cast members have been very vocal and excited about the idea, the group’s elder statesman, Josh Brolin, seems much less enthusiastic. Brolin, who went on

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Support Group Launches for People Suffering "AI Psychosis"

futurism.com Unknown 2026-01-03 17:24:13

An unknown number of people, in the US and around the world, are being severely impacted by what experts are now calling "AI psychosis": life-altering mental health spirals coinciding with obsessive use of anthropomorphic AI chatbots, primarily OpenAI's ChatGPT. As we've reported, the consequences of these mental health breakdowns — which have impacted both people with known histories of serious mental illness and those who have none — have sometimes been extreme. People have lost jobs and home

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Adorable Triassic Reptile Used its Freaky Back Fin to Communicate

gizmodo.com Gayoung Lee 2026-01-04 12:00:01

Technological advancements have brought us many things. For paleontologists, it’s introduced the ability to probe softer material—skin, feathers, scales, and hair—found on fossilized creatures. And that’s resulting in some strange new findings about long-extinct animals, showing us that they’re even weirder than we imagined. A paper published today in Nature offers a re-analysis of a fossilized Mirasaura grauvogeli, a 247-million-year-old reptile whose defining feature is a feather-like structu

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Why MIT Switched from Scheme to Python (2009)

Superman’s Fortress of Solitude is a Silver Age man cave inspired by nature’s beauty

Alexa+ preview: An almost philosophical exercise

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This fan-made Galaxy S26 Ultra render is the phone I wish Samsung would make

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Everything You Need to Try in macOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas

Preston Thorpe is a software engineer at a San Francisco startup — he’s also serving his 11th year in prison

Don’t get your hopes up for One UI 9 leaks as Samsung fixes this major loophole

‘Invincible’ Season 4 Is Bringing in Matthew Rhys for a Major Role

I've Tried Making My iPad an Almost Mac With iPadOS 26 Beta

I've Tried Making My iPad An Almost Mac With iPadOS 26 Beta

Hackers—hope to defect to Russia? Don’t Google “defecting to Russia.”

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macOS Tahoe 26 public beta now available, here’s everything new, install guide

'South Park' Season 27: How to Watch the First Episode Without Cable

watchOS 26 public beta lets you try smarter workouts with personality, new and improved Apple Watch apps

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You can actually multitask on an iPad now and it’s the best new feature in 15 years

Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign is shaping up to be a snoozer on Macs

When swiping supplants scissors: The hidden cost of touchscreens

No One Knows Anything About AI

Google’s new Web View search experiment organizes results with AI

Josh Brolin Doesn’t Seem Enthused About a Potential ‘Goonies 2’

Support Group Launches for People Suffering "AI Psychosis"

Adorable Triassic Reptile Used its Freaky Back Fin to Communicate

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