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The subjective experience of coding in different programming languages (2023)

Different programming languages feel viscerally different, right? I can’t be the only one. It’s so embodied. When I’m deep in multiple nested parentheses in a C-like language, even Python, I feel precarious, like I’m walking a high wire or balancing things in my hands and picking my way down steep stairs. It’s a relief to close the braces. Like if I’m trying to cover all the conditions in a complicated state machine or a conditional, I’m high up. I often hold my breath. Functional languages a

The subjective experience of coding in different programming languages

Different programming languages feel viscerally different, right? I can’t be the only one. It’s so embodied. When I’m deep in multiple nested parentheses in a C-like language, even Python, I feel precarious, like I’m walking a high wire or balancing things in my hands and picking my way down steep stairs. It’s a relief to close the braces. Like if I’m trying to cover all the conditions in a complicated state machine or a conditional, I’m high up. I often hold my breath. Functional languages a

RSS co-creator launches new protocol for AI data licensing

In the wake of Anthropic’s $1.5 billion copyright settlement, the AI industry is coming to terms with its training data problem. There are as many as 40 other pending cases that seek damages for unlicensed data — including one that takes Midjourney to court for creating images of Superman. Without some kind of licensing system, AI companies could face an avalanche of copyright lawsuits that some worry will set the industry back permanently. Now, a group of technologists and web publishers has

Google’s Daily Hub vs. Samsung’s Now Brief: Let’s go back to the drawing board

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority When Samsung announced Now Brief alongside the Galaxy S25 series, I thought it was a clever idea. Who wouldn’t want a snapshot of their day, a quick news rundown tailored to their interests, updates from connected smart home devices and wearables, and useful daily insights? On paper, it sounded like the perfect addition to Samsung’s array of smart features. But when Now Brief actually rolled out, and I witnessed it in action, it quickly became clear that it was

Nikon's ZR is its first cinema camera co-designed with RED

Nikon has unveiled its first cinema camera developed in collaboration with the company it acquired last year, RED. The Nikon ZR (the "R" is for "RED" I imagine) is a camera that neither company could have made on its own, marrying RED's color science and video codecs with Nikon's advanced subject detect AF and in-body stabilization. It will go up against other creator-oriented models like Canon's new C50 and the Sony FX3 but at a much lower price. Nikon's mirrorless cameras are known for their

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Poll: What do you think of Android 16’s new Material 3 Expressive look?

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Google finally released Android 16 QPR1 to Pixel phone owners last week, and this update notably brings the Material 3 Expressive visual style. It also brings features like desktop mode and Auracast support for recent Pixels. Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority? Set us as a preferred source in Google Search to support us and make sure you never miss our latest exclusive reports, expert analysis, and much more. Find out more here. Now that the

6 sudo tricks every Linux user needs to know - plus 1 just for fun

MoleQL/iStock/Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Sudo is a powerful but imperfect Linux tool. These tips can help make using sudo easier and safer. Always use caution when monkeying with sudo. I started using Linux prior to the advent of sudo. Back then, any time I needed to run admin tasks, I had to first su to the root user, run the task, and then exit the root user. Because root was enabled, some users would s

Nikon’s first RED co-brand is the Nikon ZR

Nikon has just unveiled the ZR, its first official co-brand with RED, the cinema camera company it purchased in April of last year. The ZR takes what Nikon has already been doing well, with its heavily adaptable Z-mount, internal RAW video recording and popular color science and turns it up to 11 for video shooters. That’s headlined by its ability to shoot RED R3D NE files. These files allow you to change settings like ISO and white balance can be changed in post, giving you way more flexibilit

The 55 Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now (September 2025)

Disney+, if you didn’t know, isn’t just for kids. With its ownership of the Lucasfilm brand and the Marvel titles, the streaming service offers plenty of grown-up content in its bid to compete with Netflix and Amazon—and we’re not just talking movies. Since launching the service, Disney has used the name recognition of Star Wars and Marvel to launch scores of TV shows, from The Mandalorian to Loki. In the list below, we’ve collected the ones we think are the best to watch, from those franchises

Watch WIRED’s ‘Uncanny Valley’ Live

With original reporting and sharp analysis, WIRED’s Uncanny Valley podcast covers today’s biggest stories in tech. We demystify companies like Palantir, trends like vibe coding, and figures like Sam Altman; we break down our essential coverage of DOGE and ICE; we guide listeners through breakthrough innovations like generative AI and sweeping policy changes like the Trump administration’s tariffs. On September 9, at 7 pm PDT, WIRED is partnering with KQED for Uncanny Valley’s first live show of

Apple Thinks Orange Is the New Black. It Isn't

Apple's new idea for the iPhone 17 Pro is simple: paint it the same color as Cheeto dust, construction cones and that one Nissan you only ever see tragically idling in rental car lots. Apple may be calling it "cosmic orange," but there's absolutely nothing heavenly about it. Yes, the iPhone Pro has officially gone gaudy orange… and, I think we're supposed to pretend this is exciting. Don't miss any of our unbiased tech content and lab-based reviews. Add CNET as a preferred Google source. Bold

The 15 Wildest, Coolest Films We Can’t Wait to See at Fantastic Fest 2025

The most fantastic time of year is here again. io9 is about to head down to Austin, Texas, for a week of fun, fucked-up films at Fantastic Fest, one of the coolest, most unique genre film festivals in the entire world. It’s a festival that focuses on only showing the weirdest, most out-there, totally badass films, and we’re excited to jump right in as always. What makes attending Fantastic Fest difficult, though, is that every single movie sounds awesome. It was curated that way. So how do you

As AI Reigns, Students' Math and Reading Scores Just Hit an All-Time Low

The US Education Department, which the Trump administration is actively attempting to dismantle, has released the latest math and reading test scores for American high-school seniors — and they're an absolute disaster. As the Wall Street Journal reports, the scores have hit an all-time low, even by America's historically underwhelming standards. It's a worrying sign that the rapid rise of technologies like AI — combined with other likely factors, like the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pande

MAGA Congressman Explains Trump’s Signature in Epstein Birthday Book by Floating Autopen Conspiracy

A Congressional document dump of Jeffrey Epstein files on Monday has created a certifiable public relations nightmare for the Trump administration, and its allies are currently scrambling for some sort of explanation as to why what looks a whole helluva lot like the President’s signature would be found on an alleged birthday letter included in the trove. On Tuesday, Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tennessee) offered up the latest excuse: some sort of conspiracy involving a signing machine called an autopen

The Zombie on ‘Wednesday’ Was Inspired by Klaus Kinski and Frankenstein

Wednesday actor Owen Painter recently sat down with Vulture to discuss the human element he brought to his performance as Slurp the zombie—and of course, what it was like eating the disembodied Professor Orloff (Christopher Lloyd)’s brain. As Painter stated, “I was told to act out ‘You’ve been sitting for a thousand years and your voice box doesn’t work, and water’s going to fix that, so you should have a glass of water across the room, but some stuff is in your way.’ I had so much fun messing

I Struggle With Health Anxiety and Apple's Watch Series 11 Scares Me. Here's Why

A few years ago, I was convinced I was about to die. And while (spoiler alert) I didn't, my severe health anxiety and tendency to assume the worst has persisted. But the increase of health-tracking smart devices like Apple's newly announced Apple Watch Series 11 -- along with new ways that AI tries to make sense of our body's data has led me to make an important decision. For my own peace of mind, AI and constant tracking needs to stay far away from my personal health. I'll explain. Sometime ar

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iOS 26: Here are Apple’s full release notes

Apple has just shipped the RC versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, and more. The major new software updates will launch to the public next week on Monday, September 15. Here are the full release notes for iOS 26, the next big iPhone update. iOS 26 releases on Monday, September 15 Today following the conclusion of its ‘Awe dropping’ event, Apple shipped the RC (release candidate) version of iOS 26 to beta testers. Along with the RC build, Apple has shared its full release notes for iOS

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What happens when private equity buys homes in your neighborhood

Here's what happens when private equity buys homes in your neighborhood Joe Raedle/Getty Images This comes from the Planet Money newsletter. Subscribe now to get more insights into how our economy works delivered to your inbox each week. Daniel Erb became a corporate landlord kind of by accident. It started in 2020, when he received his first bonus as an investment banker. It was more money than he was used to. He wanted to invest in real estate, so he called his cousin, a research analyst at

At the Abundance conference, right-wing anti-regulation ideals were in abundance

Tina Nguyen is a Senior Reporter for The Verge and author of Regulator , covering the second Trump administration, political influencers, tech lobbying and Big Tech vs. Big Government. Hello and welcome to Regulator. If you’re here via a link and would like to read more, The Verge is running a very good subscription sale this month: $4 for a month and $35 for the year, for full access to the entire site. That’s right: you can read about political horseshoe theory in action AND get our live cove

Apple’s new iPhone 17 devices don’t have an AI-powered Siri yet. It doesn’t matter.

At yet another splashy event, Apple on Tuesday introduced its latest lineup of iPhones: the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and a new slimmer version dubbed the iPhone Air. The “Air” branding is meant to bring to mind other lightweight — and sometimes less expensive — Apple products like the MacBook Air and iPad Air. But it also recalls a time when smartphone makers were chasing an ever-thinner phone. In the AI era, however, it’s not necessarily the device’s size that matters; it’s what the softw

We Finally Know What ‘Star Wars’ Is Doing in ‘Destiny 2’

Back in May, Bungie teased some kind of pseudo-crossover between its shared-world shooter Destiny 2 and Star Wars. Not another skin pack like before, but a full-on expansion subtitled Renegades that would see Guardians explore a sandy planet and wield a laser sword. In a new livestream, the developer pulled back the curtain on Renegades, which was made in collaboration with Lucasfilm. Guardians will explore the Lawless Frontier of Mars, Europa, and Venus and meet the Jedi-like Praxis Order to f

The Next ‘Star Wars’ VR Game Has a New Trailer and Release Date

It’s time to collect and play with Star Wars toys like never before. ILM and Lucasfilm just announced that Star Wars: Beyond Victory – A Mixed Reality Playset will be released on October 7 exclusively for Meta Quest 3 and 3S. It’s a part narrative adventure, part racing playset VR experience that gives you a chance to live a brand new Star Wars story and also race pods like you would in your backyard. Don’t quite get what that means? Here’s the brand-new, full trailer, which makes it much clear

Is the Popular $599 BowFlex Bike as Good as a Peloton? I Tested Both

CNET key takeaways More affordable than other exercise bikes at $600 Access to the JRNY app and third-party apps like Peloton Warranty lasts for up to 10 years If you're on the hunt for an affordable exercise bike, the BowFlex IC SE is worth considering. It's one of CNET's top-tested bikes and a solid Peloton alternative, offering a similar experience without the steep price tag. At $600, half the price of a Peloton bike, you'll get a bike that offers a smooth ride and over 100 resistance l

The 15 Best Fans to Cool You Year Round (2025)

Honorable Mentions Photograph: Kat Merck Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo for $100: I love the original Shark FlexBreeze (above), so I was very excited to see Shark had released a rechargeable portable fan in seven colors, including ones not normally seen in fans, like Lilac and Honeydew. Shark says it can run 30 minutes with the mister consistently on or 60 minutes with it in "interval mode," and after testing it at my son’s soccer practices, I found these estimates to be more or less accurate. Howev

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Canon is bringing back a point-and-shoot from 2016 with fewer features and a higher price (it’s viral)

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. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Canon seems to be riding the TikTok digicam resurgence and is rereleasing a mid-2010s point-and-shoot — the PowerShot Elph 360 HS A. It’s mostly the same camera as the original Elph 360 HS, first launched in the very different world of 2016 and rece

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Abu Dhabi launches low-cost AI reasoning model in challenge to OpenAI, DeepSeek

Omer Taha Cetin | Anadolu | Getty Images A new challenger in the global artificial intelligence race has entered the ring. The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), an AI-focused research university established by the United Arab Emirates, announced on Tuesday the release of a new, low-cost reasoning model to rival OpenAI and DeepSeek. It comes after DeepSeek, a Chinese AI lab, earlier this year shocked the world with the release of a reasoning model called R1 which

7 most Windows-like Linux distros - if you're ready to ditch Microsoft

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways If you're migrating from Windows, try one of these distributions. Each of these is user-friendly and free. Most of these are either Ubuntu-based or independent. Windows 10's end of life is coming in 2025, and that means you have to hope your machine can run Windows 11, buy a new computer, or try something different -- like Linux. Linux shouldn't be considered a last-choic

Is the Popular $599 Bowlex Bike as Good as a Peloton? I Tested Both

CNET key takeaways More affordable than other exercise bikes at $600 Access to the JRNY app and third-party apps like Peloton Warranty lasts for up to 10 years If you’re on the hunt for an affordable exercise bike, the BowFlex IC SE is worth considering. It’s one of CNET’s top-tested bikes and a solid Peloton alternative, offering a similar experience without the steep price tag. At $600, half the price of a Peloton bike, you’ll get a bike that offers a smooth ride and over 100 resistance l

Guillermo del Toro makes Frankenstein his own

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Frankenstein is one of those stories that’s been retold countless times. And yet, Guillermo del Toro has managed to make a version that not only feels true to Mary Shelley’s original, but is also imbued with the trademarks the director is known for. Maybe that shouldn’t be too surprising — when presenting the film at its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this week, del Toro explained that

Jacob Elordi’s ‘Frankenstein’ Body, as Described by Guillermo del Toro

When Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein hits theaters and Netflix later this year, people will watch for all kinds of reasons. Fans of the genre will be excited to see del Toro’s take on the classic tale. Fans of del Toro’s will want to see what he’s brought to this story he’s dreamed of making his entire life. And some, yes, will watch just to see Jacob Elordi as an animated corpse. Trailers and clips released publicly for the film have yet to reveal in detail what Elordi looks like as the crea