1. Android May Soon Restrict On-Device ADB (kitsumed.github.io)

Changes proposed for ADB could kill an entire ecosystem of open-source power-user apps, mobile developer setups, and rootless privacy tools based on Shizuku.

Proposed changes to Android’s ADB could threaten a wide range of popular open-source apps and privacy tools that rely on it. Developers and power users may need to adapt quickly if these restrictions are implemented.

2. Stolen Buttons (anatolyzenkov.com)

Every website I visit, I steal a button from it. Check out my stash!

A playful take on web design, the author shares a quirky collection of buttons they’ve “stolen” from various websites, showcasing their favorites and the stories behind them. It’s a lighthearted look at digital aesthetics and creativity.

4. Did They Ghost You? (didtheyghostyou.com)

Ghosted after a job interview? Submit an anonymous report and see which companies candidates say stopped responding after interviews.

Find out which companies are leaving candidates in the dark after interviews by submitting an anonymous report. This platform collects real experiences from job seekers to reveal ghosting trends in the hiring process.

6. Open-weight AI is having its Kubernetes moment. Let's not ruin it (tobi.knaup.me)

Open-weight models are becoming the foundation for the next AI ecosystem. The US should compete in it, not wall itself off.

Open-weight AI models are emerging as a critical element in shaping the future of artificial intelligence. The article argues for the importance of the US engaging with this trend rather than isolating itself from it.

7. Zero roadkill as Amazon canopy bridges secure 15,000 crossings (news.mongabay.com)

For some of the world's rarest monkeys, the path to survival now runs through a simple network of ropes.

Amazon’s innovative canopy bridges are helping protect endangered monkey species by facilitating safe crossings, eliminating roadkill incidents. This initiative highlights a unique approach to wildlife conservation in the face of habitat loss.

9. The growing vigilante movement to knock out Flock surveillance cameras (www.theguardian.com)

An underground network of privacy activists is disabling or destroying the ubiquitous surveillance devices sprouting up across the US

A network of privacy activists is taking matters into their own hands by disabling or destroying Flock surveillance cameras that are increasingly found in public spaces across the US. This movement raises important questions about privacy, security, and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their rights.

11. Building a Tiny 3D Renderer for a Tiny Handheld (saffroncr.itch.io)

Today I want to talk about my journey writing a 3D software renderer for the Playdate . At the beginning, I didn't have any performance baseline. I had no idea how feasible my idea was, so I started w...

A developer shares their experience creating a 3D software renderer for the Playdate handheld console, detailing the challenges faced and the initial uncertainties about performance. This firsthand account offers insights into the creative process behind building for niche hardware.

12. My Images Are Dithered (dead.garden)

Hello there! This is my personal website and it is allergic to SEO.

The author shares their personal website experience, humorously noting its resistance to SEO practices. It’s a candid look at the challenges of balancing personal expression with online visibility.

14. Show HN: Brolly, a plain-text weather forecast site (brolly.sh)

Plain-text weather forecast for York, York, England, United Kingdom. 7-day forecast, previous day comparison, hourly conditions, UV index, air quality, and pollen data.

Brolly is a minimalist weather forecasting site designed for those who prefer a straightforward, text-based interface over flashy animations and excessive design. It offers a 7-day forecast and a log of previous weather, making it easy to get the information you need at a glance.

17. Show HN: I made some transistor animations (brandonli.net)

Check out these realistic animations of various transistors created using a semiconductor simulation. The visuals not only clarify the behavior of charge carriers but also allow users to explore electric fields and less common devices like IGBTs and SCRs.

19. MouthPad: A Tongue-Controlled Touchpad (www.augmental.tech)

A trackpad worn on the roof of the mouth: hands-free control of your devices, driven by the tongue. From Augmental.

A new device called MouthPad allows users to control their devices using tongue movements, offering a hands-free alternative for navigating technology. Developed by Augmental, this innovative trackpad is designed to be worn on the roof of the mouth.

20. NYC Apartment Aquaponics (erinmurphy.dev)

A complete guide to building an apartment-sized aquaponics system

Learn how to create a compact aquaponics system in your apartment, combining fish and plant cultivation for a sustainable home setup. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to get you started on growing your own food indoors.

22. GC and Exceptions in Wasmtime (bytecodealliance.org)

The Wasm GC and exceptions proposals are both enabled by default in today’sWasmtime 47 release! We are excited to help bring more languages to WebAssemblyand everywhere that Wasmtime runs. Getting to this point involved large Wasmtimecha...

25. Producing ammonia and fertiliser using wind power in Morris, Minnesota (ammoniaenergy.org)

The project is an upscale of a successful pilot built in 2013, and can be expanded further to a network of hubs producing fertiliser for farmer cooperatives.

A project in Morris, Minnesota aims to scale up a successful pilot program from 2013 that uses wind power to produce ammonia and fertilizer. This initiative could lead to a network of hubs supplying sustainable fertilizer to farmer cooperatives.

27. SIMD for Collision (box2d.org)

In a previous post SIMD Matters I discussed the big wins I got from graph coloring to make the contact solver faster. That same approach exists in Box3D. I like to call this approach "wide SIMD". The idea is to process multiple work units at the same time. In the contact solver this means solving four contact points at the same time.
This is different from "narrow SIMD" where a 3-vector (xyz) is put into a SIMD register and then standard vector math is expressed as SIMD intrinsics.

The article details the application of “wide SIMD” techniques in Box3D’s contact solver, highlighting how processing multiple contact points simultaneously enhances performance. It contrasts this approach with “narrow SIMD” methods, providing insights into optimizing collision detection.

30. Spatial languages: Writing code in 2D (shukla.io)

Writing code in 2D: a spatial programming language with vertical operands, quantum uncomputation puzzles, and a 3-bit adder in a single 2D expression.

A new spatial programming language allows for coding in two dimensions, featuring innovative elements like vertical operands and complex quantum puzzles. This approach simplifies tasks such as creating a 3-bit adder within a single 2D expression, pushing the boundaries of traditional coding methods.

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