A WIRED column examines the long-running debate over whether CSS counts as a true programming language, noting that despite lacking compilation or runtime errors, it has grown from roughly 50 properties in 1996 to hundreds today. The piece highlights developers like Cassidy Williams, who built a database-query engine in CSS and competed in the inaugural March MadCSS tournament, showcasing feats such as a CSS-only recreation of Doom and 3D rendering engines.
A writer recounts memorizing the first 100 digits of pi three years ago after reading Joshua Foer's 'Moonwalking with Einstein.' They used a person-action-object (PAO) system, a memorization method that pairs pairs of digits with vivid mental images of people performing actions on objects, building on the classical method of loci or memory palace technique.
Prominent hardware leaker Kopite7Kimi says Nvidia's next-generation RTX 60 series, built on the Rubin architecture, won't launch until 2028 at the earliest, later than the previously rumored late-2027 window. Nvidia declined to comment, saying it doesn't discuss rumors or unannounced products.
A video of Vladimir Putin casting his ballot online in Russia's State Duma elections shows him using a Dell monitor and a Windows PC displaying the 'Activate Windows' watermark, indicating the copy of the operating system wasn't activated. The footage also shows Putin appearing unfamiliar with the interface, pausing and squinting as he navigates the voting process.
WIRED's multi-year review of Factor, HelloFresh's ready-to-heat meal delivery brand, found the food has notably improved since the 2020 acquisition, moving beyond simple protein-and-veggie trays to include flatbread pizzas, smoothies and juices. Meals cost roughly $13-17 per serving plus shipping, with plans ranging from four to 24 meals weekly and over 100 menu options including keto, high-protein and plant-based filters.
Apple is distributing $250 million to settle claims that it advertised AI-enhanced Siri features that were never actually delivered. Owners of iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model purchased between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025 in the US can now file for a payout through the settlement website.
YouTuber EastMakes repurposed a 15-year-old HP ProLiant N40L micro-server by designing a custom motherboard around a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. Starting from the open-source Raspberry Pi I/O board schematics, he reshaped the PCB to fit the server's original chassis, added an NVMe slot, USB 3.0 ports, and Ethernet, while trimming down to a single HDMI output.
A columnist reviewing to-do list apps in 2026 says Google Tasks remains missing fundamental features like sharing tasks or lists with other people, despite competing apps such as TickTick, Todoist and Notion offering far more functionality. Despite these gaps, the writer says a single standout feature keeps them from switching away from Google's stripped-down app.
A workplace analysis highlights that managers evaluate five specific behavioral traits before promoting employees, arguing that these matter more than technical performance alone. The piece cites Satya Nadella's Microsoft interview, where he was asked an emotional-intelligence question about a crying baby rather than a technical problem, to illustrate how soft skills factor into hiring and advancement decisions.
Reddit testing suggests certain routers, not the Pixel 11 itself, may be responsible for reports of excessive idle battery drain on Google's new phones. One user found their Pixel 11 Pro XL was being woken roughly 135 times per minute by Wi-Fi while connected to a Tenda mesh router on Wi-Fi 6, and that switching to Wi-Fi 5 or a different router brand cut both wakeups and battery loss dramatically. Other testers saw normal results on different Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 hardware, so the exact trigger remains unclear.
Vivo has launched its X500 series in China, led by the new X500 Pro Max flagship, which uses Sony's Lytia L910 sensor with LOFIC technology to claim 17 stops of dynamic range. The Pro and Pro Max models also debut MediaTek's Dimensity 9600 Pro chip, enabling 4K 240fps slow-motion capture, 10-bit Log recording, and new cinematic styles, while the base X500 uses the 9600M variant.
Microsoft has told IT administrators to move Entra ID users off SMS and voice-based first-factor sign-in before it shuts the option down in February 2027. Alternatives include passkeys, QR code authentication, and FIDO2 security keys, and the change applies even to organizations using their own telephony providers for multifactor authentication. The retirement covers only workforce tenant scenarios, not customer identity products like Entra External ID.
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