ThomasHanning.com·1yWhy Building Mobile Apps Is So Much Harder Than It Looks
Mobile development is a demanding field requiring careful management of limited hardware resources, unpredictable network conditions, strict app store review processes, and high privacy expectations. Developers must optimize for smooth performance, handle offline capabilities, and ensure robust security, all while meeting high user expectations and dealing with difficult testing and debugging processes.
Community Picks·1yIt's time to move to Linux
Microsoft's new feature, Recall, which records everything on your screen, has sparked privacy concerns among users. Despite Microsoft's assurance of privacy, past actions suggest it may become mandatory. Alternatives like Mac also have issues with choice and autonomy. With improving compatibility, gaming, and device support, Linux is becoming a viable option, even though it still has minor limitations.
It's Foss·1yTop 7 Best Open Source Skype Alternatives In 2025
With Skype being retired by Microsoft on May 5, 2025, there are several open-source alternatives available for secure and reliable video communication. Options like Jami, Linphone, Jitsi Meet Online, MiroTalk, Element, Wire, and Nextcloud Talk offer features such as end-to-end encryption, peer-to-peer networking, and the ability to self-host. These alternatives provide enhanced privacy and customization options compared to traditional communication tools.
Web Tools Weekly·1yCSS Tools, Git/CLI, AI Tools
Explore a range of cutting-edge tools in this comprehensive post. Discover CSS and HTML tools for design and art creation, including CASCII, Scales, and Brands Tail Color. Enhance your Git and command line experience with tools like Lefthook and RelaGit. Dive into AI innovations with GPT Crawler and Tabby, and leverage powerful new platforms like Proton Pass for improved online privacy and security. Each tool is designed to boost productivity and creativity across various development and design projects.
The Linux Experiment·1yI'm ditching Firefox & Mozilla, and I think you should too...
The post discusses recent changes in Firefox's terms of use which include vague language about data usage and updates without user consent. The author believes these changes may pave the way for Mozilla to integrate AI features, possibly at the expense of user privacy. The author suggests switching to Firefox forks or other browsers due to concerns over Mozilla's direction.
Lobsters·1yGPSTracker - A self-hosted alternative to Google Maps Timeline
GPSTracker is a self-hosted alternative to Google Maps Timeline that preserves user privacy while offering similar features. The author describes the appeal of storing location data but highlights concerns with Google’s privacy practices and inconsistency in maintaining services. The post explains how to build and run GPSTracker, integrate it with external data sources, and set up ingestion pipelines using Android apps like GPSLogger. The web app uses OpenStreetMap for displaying data and includes timelines and various statistics.
omg! ubuntu!·1yZorin OS 17.3 Released with New Default Browser
Zorin OS 17.3 is now available, bringing significant changes including a new default browser, Brave, replacing Firefox due to privacy concerns. The release also improves Windows app handling and updates the Zorin Connect app with new features and a redesigned interface. Other enhancements include better touchscreen interaction and new hardware drivers, notably for NVIDIA RTX 5000 series. Existing users can upgrade via the Software Updater, while new users can choose between the Pro and Core editions.
Hacker News·1yEveryone knows all the apps on your phone
Until recently, any app on an Android device could access a list of all other installed apps without permission. Although Google's package visibility policy in Android 11 (2022) restricted this access, some apps still find ways around the policy. Notable examples include Indian apps like Swiggy and Zepto, which list hundreds of apps in their manifest files for user profiling. The policy loophole and its exploitation raise significant privacy concerns, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement.
selfh.st·1yThis Week in Self-Hosted (28 March 2025)
This update covers recent developments in the self-hosting community, including a grant received by the Stalwart Mail team to develop CalDav, CardDAV, and WebDAV servers, updates to a Plex privacy guide, and highlights from community content like Posteria, a self-hosted web interface for managing Plex media assets.