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fromZDNET

I'm ready for a foldable iPhone, but only if Apple does this right

Apple is rumored to release a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS changes for multitasking capabilities.

fromTNW | Apple

Apple testing four frame designs for AI smart glasses ahead of 2027 launch

Apple is testing four frame styles for AI-powered smart glasses, targeting production in December 2026 and a launch in spring or summer 2027.

10 hours ago

How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice | TechCrunch

Apple is blocking updates and removing vibe coding apps from the App Store, citing developer agreement violations.

fromZDNET

I'm ready for a foldable iPhone, but only if Apple does this right

Apple is rumored to release a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS changes for multitasking capabilities.

fromTNW | Apple

Apple testing four frame designs for AI smart glasses ahead of 2027 launch

Apple is testing four frame styles for AI-powered smart glasses, targeting production in December 2026 and a launch in spring or summer 2027.

Google adds AI Skills to Chrome to help you save favorite workflows | TechCrunch

Google introduces Skills in Chrome, allowing users to save and reuse AI prompts across webpages for enhanced browsing efficiency.

17 hours ago

Max Levchin says that vibe coding will replace one kind of company, but others, like DoorDash, are safe

Companies without quality software are vulnerable to disruption in the age of AI.

NYC startup

fromsfist.com

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.

Mission District

15 hours ago

An AI agent opened a store in San Francisco. Then it forgot the staff

Andon Market is the first AI-run store in the Bay Area, managed by an AI named Luna.

LinkedIn CEO says AI is boosting the value of these 4 soft skills

AI is elevating human-centered skills like curiosity, courage, communication, and compassion, reshaping job perceptions and roles.

fromTheregister

I vibe coded web app: It was enlightening and uncomfortable

Vibe coding effectively utilizes AI for coding tasks, despite concerns about responsibility and the implications of AI technology.

Google adds AI Skills to Chrome to help you save favorite workflows | TechCrunch

Google introduces Skills in Chrome, allowing users to save and reuse AI prompts across webpages for enhanced browsing efficiency.

17 hours ago

Max Levchin says that vibe coding will replace one kind of company, but others, like DoorDash, are safe

Companies without quality software are vulnerable to disruption in the age of AI.

NYC startup

fromsfist.com

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.

Mission District

15 hours ago

An AI agent opened a store in San Francisco. Then it forgot the staff

Andon Market is the first AI-run store in the Bay Area, managed by an AI named Luna.

LinkedIn CEO says AI is boosting the value of these 4 soft skills

AI is elevating human-centered skills like curiosity, courage, communication, and compassion, reshaping job perceptions and roles.

fromTheregister

I vibe coded web app: It was enlightening and uncomfortable

Vibe coding effectively utilizes AI for coding tasks, despite concerns about responsibility and the implications of AI technology.

more#ai

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the generalist - Silicon Canals

39% of core skills will change by 2030, emphasizing the value of generalist skills over specialist credentials.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Challenges of Scaling a Technology for Social Good

Access to safe sanitation is critical for over three billion people, impacting public health, gender equity, and economic development.

Web design

How to Use App Templates to Build Faster - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

App templates democratize app development, allowing anyone to create functional applications quickly and affordably without coding skills.

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

Google Adds Rust DNS Parser to Pixel Phones for Better Security

Google integrates a Rust-based DNS parser into Pixel phone modems to enhance security and reduce vulnerabilities.

fromThe Verge

Chrome now lets you turn AI prompts into repeatable 'Skills'

Google's new Chrome feature allows users to save and reuse AI prompts as 'Skills' across multiple web pages.

fromArs Technica

Google introduces "Skills" in Chrome to make Gemini prompts instantly reusable

Google is enhancing Gemini in Chrome with Skills, allowing users to save prompts and access a Skills Library for various tasks.

Digital life

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

Google Adds Rust DNS Parser to Pixel Phones for Better Security

Google integrates a Rust-based DNS parser into Pixel phone modems to enhance security and reduce vulnerabilities.

fromThe Verge

Chrome now lets you turn AI prompts into repeatable 'Skills'

Google's new Chrome feature allows users to save and reuse AI prompts as 'Skills' across multiple web pages.

fromArs Technica

Google introduces "Skills" in Chrome to make Gemini prompts instantly reusable

Google is enhancing Gemini in Chrome with Skills, allowing users to save prompts and access a Skills Library for various tasks.

Quantum Agile By Codewave Becomes India's first framework for software teams working with AI agents.

Quantum Agile™ is India's first framework for software teams utilizing AI agents, positioning the country as a leader in next-gen software development methodologies.

Practical Guide for Creating Animated Effects with Claude Code

Use specific, clear prompts for Claude Code to create effective animated effects.

Agile

7 Rules for Creating an Effective Claude Code Skill

Effective Claude Code skills improve performance and save tokens by being focused and well-framed.

Graphic design

Practical Guide for Creating Animated Effects with Claude Code

Use specific, clear prompts for Claude Code to create effective animated effects.

Agile

7 Rules for Creating an Effective Claude Code Skill

Effective Claude Code skills improve performance and save tokens by being focused and well-framed.

Hybrid working overtakes pay in race for UK tech talent

Hybrid working is now the primary strategy for UK firms to attract tech talent, surpassing salary as a competitive factor.

Higher education

fromFortune

The billionaire Anthropic cofounder who majored in literature and says knowing how to ask the right question beats knowing how to code | Fortune

AI is highlighting the value of liberal arts degrees, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and interdisciplinary thinking for future careers.

Mobile UX

4 hours ago

What to expect from Google I/O 2026

Google I/O 2026 will focus on AI advancements and updates across various products, with keynotes on May 19 and 20.

fromDigiday

20 hours ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The Trade Desk's 'changing of the guard' and a 'sign of the times'

Independent ad tech companies face challenges as MiQ expands through acquisitions while The Trade Desk experiences significant executive departures.

Media industry

fromInc

The Content Strategy Mistake Almost Every Founder Makes

Timeliness and relevance are crucial for story selection in newsrooms, overshadowing credentials and personal achievements.

How to turn your competitor's worst reviews into your strongest design argument

Convincing stakeholders requires better evidence, often sourced from competitive research, rather than just better arguments.

Silicon Valley

fromThe Nation

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.

Growth hacking

fromeLearning Industry

What Start-Up Marketing Teaches L&D Teams About Measuring Training ROI

L&D teams must adopt marketing-style measurement metrics to effectively assess training impact on behavior and performance.

Data science

How To Use Andrej Karapthy's Knowledge Wiki Approach for Product Research

Andrej Karpathy's approach to creating knowledge bases enhances AI's ability to remember and focus on data.

Social media marketing

fromMail Online

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.

Exercise

fromBusiness Matters

Why Every Fitness-Related Business Needs a Fitness App

The fitness industry must adopt mobile solutions to remain competitive and meet the growing demand for personalized digital fitness experiences.

Business intelligence

fromwww.housingwire.com

fromApp Developer Magazine

Interactive dashboards: A move from optional to essential

Interactive dashboards enhance speed and transparency in mortgage servicing, enabling real-time data access and faster decision-making.

DevOps

Tech hiring slumps as Software Developer job postings fall

The technology labor market is cooling, with employers focusing on critical roles and being more selective in hiring.

Productivity

The productivity question AI forces us to ask

Productivity tools increase capabilities but also raise expectations, leading to a cycle of anxiety and an overwhelming pace of work.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Metas AI glasses and the dawn of wearable tech - podcast

Meta's AI-powered glasses are designed to enhance personal presence, allowing users to engage more fully with their surroundings while offering features that could assist those with vision impairments or hearing loss.

Wearables

Tech industry

fromTechRepublic

AI Expansion, Security Crises, and Workforce Upheaval Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

The tech industry faces rapid innovation alongside significant instability, highlighted by AI advancements and economic proposals amid ongoing layoffs.

Python

fromMathspp

uv skills for coding agents

Utilizing uv workflows enhances Python code execution and script management for coding agents, ensuring proper handling of dependencies and sandboxing.

fromInfoQ

Platform Engineering: Lessons from the Rise and Fall of eBay Velocity

eBay pioneered many technologies but ultimately could not save the company despite doubling engineering productivity.

fromSlate Magazine

5 hours ago

One of Silicon Valley's Hottest Companies Is Facing a Revolt-From Its Own Fans

Anthropic's refusal to allow military use of its AI technology has positioned it as a leader in ethical AI development.

8 hours ago

Apple Business rolls out to 200+ countries today

Managed Apple accounts enhance device management for businesses, separating private and company data.

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.

Remote teams

fromThe Bobby Bones Show

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | The Bobby Bones Show

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.

Remote teams

fromiHeart

3 hours ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.

Remote teams

fromThe Bobby Bones Show

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | The Bobby Bones Show

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.

How AI Interfaces Are Reshaping Discovery, Trust And Decision Making

The traditional home page is losing its significance as AI assistants reshape how users interact with brands online.

Web design

fromThedrum

8 hours ago

QR Code Marketing

QR codes have evolved from low adoption rates to widespread use, driven by smartphone accessibility and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The erosion of design authority, burnout problems, invisible customers

Vibe coding is reshaping design authority by bridging the gap between description and interaction.

Business intelligence

fromTNW | Insights

How Scorpion Scan simplifies window film installation for small businesses

Operational efficiency is crucial for small businesses to sustain growth amidst staffing and budget constraints.

Microsoft is working on yet another OpenClaw-like agent | TechCrunch

Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-like features for its Microsoft 365 Copilot tool aimed at enterprise customers with enhanced security controls.

#google-workspace

Digital life

How to de-Gemini your Google apps

How to build your own AI agents with Google Workspace Studio

Google Workspace Studio allows users to automate tasks by creating custom flows without coding.

Digital life

How to de-Gemini your Google apps

How to build your own AI agents with Google Workspace Studio

Google Workspace Studio allows users to automate tasks by creating custom flows without coding.

more#google-workspace

DevOps

fromDevOps.com

Ten Great DevOps Job Opportunities - DevOps.com

DevOps.com is launching a weekly jobs report to highlight opportunities for DevOps professionals.

Information security

fromThe Hacker News

Browser Extensions Are the New AI Consumption Channel That No One Is Talking About

AI browser extensions pose significant security risks, often overlooked, with vulnerabilities and access that can compromise enterprise networks.

fromThe Verge

The heist of iOS 26

Jon Prosser revealed details about unreleased iOS software in a video, claiming certainty about its authenticity and encouraging leaks.

fromWIRED

How to Use Google Chrome's New AI-Powered 'Skills'

Google Chrome introduces Skills, a feature allowing users to run AI prompts with shortcuts for various tasks.

fromMarTech

How's your martech stack shaping up? | MarTech

Marketers are invited to participate in the 2026 State of Your Stack survey to assess their martech stack's effectiveness and compare it with industry standards.

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Managers should experiment with AI tools across all business areas rather than treating it like a software update.

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Executives must adapt their AI strategies to prioritize rapid experimentation across all business areas rather than traditional software rollout methods.

fromAol

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Managers should experiment with AI tools across all business areas rather than treating it like a software update.

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Executives must adapt their AI strategies to prioritize rapid experimentation across all business areas rather than traditional software rollout methods.

Are you buying simplicity or dependency in CreativeOps? | MarTech

CreativeOps buyers face a choice between perceived simplification and underlying dependency in their production ecosystems.

Digital life

fromWIRED

The Screenmaxxers Who Spend Every Waking Hour on Their Phones

Excessive screen time raises health concerns, yet some individuals, like Morgan Dreiss, embrace it as a normal part of their lives.

Agile

fromComputerWeekly.com

Why the real measure of innovation is human impact | Computer Weekly

CIOs must focus on measurable outcomes like user satisfaction and decision quality to ensure technology initiatives deliver lasting value.

fromZDNET

Chrome's new 'Skills' update lets you save AI prompts now - for one-click reuse

Chrome introduces a feature to save and reuse AI prompts with Gemini chats.

fromForbes

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.

fromTheregister

How ServiceNow gets customers to gorge at the AI trough

ServiceNow integrates AI into its offerings, providing tiered pricing based on AI capabilities for customers.

Most products don't need tone of voice - they need a point

Focus on practical content that aids user tasks rather than on tone or personality.

Digital life

Google's new AI app is a glimpse of the future

Offline AI tools like Google's AI Edge Eloquent provide essential functionality for users with limited connectivity.

8 hours ago

Mark Zuckerberg moved his desk and is coding again, Meta president says

Mark Zuckerberg is deeply involved in Meta's AI development, coding daily and collaborating closely with researchers to enhance the company's AI capabilities.

fromDigiday

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.

3 days ago

Rethinking design critique

Design critique is essential for designers to build knowledge and confidence through structured feedback and reflection.

fromInfoWorld

15 hours ago

HTMX 4.0: Hypermedia finds a new gear

HTMX 4.0 replaces XHR with the Fetch API, enhancing performance and developer experience in web development.

fromSmashing Magazine

How To Improve UX In Legacy Systems - Smashing Magazine

Improving UX in legacy systems requires gradual progress while addressing user and stakeholder needs.

How agile practices ensure quality in GenAI-assisted development

Generative AI enhances coding speed but increases technical debt without Agile practices like pair programming and automated tests.

Artificial intelligence

The Hidden Demand for AI Inside Your Company

Many corporate gen AI programs fail, leading employees to use personal AI tools secretly.

fromInfoWorld

How agile practices ensure quality in GenAI-assisted development

Generative AI enhances coding speed but increases technical debt without Agile practices like pair programming and automated tests.

The Hidden Demand for AI Inside Your Company

Many corporate gen AI programs fail, leading employees to use personal AI tools secretly.

While AI is building the web faster than ever, accessibility can't be left behind

AI has accelerated marketing processes, but speed can compromise accessibility, impacting customer experience and conversion rates for people with disabilities.

fromCSS-Tricks

7 View Transitions Recipes to Try | CSS-Tricks

View transitions enhance user experience and are supported by major browsers, but require careful setup and understanding of animation types.

fromWE AND THE COLOR

3 days ago

Can AI Search Read Your Design? The New Invisible SEO

AI search engines cannot interpret visual design, making brands with only aesthetic appeal effectively invisible online.

The top priority for Adobe's next CEO? Prepping for the 'age of agents'

Adobe's next CEO must navigate the transition to real-world agentic AI and reshape the company's strategy and products.

fromwww.jqueryscript.net

Weekly Web Design & Development News: Collective #652

Essential resources and tools for web development and design are highlighted for the week.

fromDevOps.com

Google's Next Coding Agent Could Change How Developers Think About Their Work - DevOps.com

Google's Jitro project aims to revolutionize coding agents from task execution to outcome-driven development.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Derribar Ventures on User-Centric Design: 5 Pillars Every Team Needs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Most product failures stem from not understanding user needs, leading to feature-bloated platforms that solve non-existent problems.

fromeLearning Industry

Claude AI For Instructional Designers: Complete Guide (2026)

Claude AI is a reliable tool for creating structured learning content, focusing on safety and long-form reasoning.

Canva doubles down on AI and marketing automation with Simtheory, Ortto acquisitions | TechCrunch

Canva acquired Simtheory and Ortto to enhance its AI and marketing capabilities, evolving from a design tool to a comprehensive workflow system.

The AI Divide: Engineers Who Multiply Problems vs Engineers Who Eliminate Them

Writing code is now cheap, but the consequences of mistakes in software development remain costly and can scale quickly.

The old design workshop is dead. Long live design workshops.

Workshops are becoming less effective due to unclear outcomes and lengthy formats, leading to stakeholder confusion and dissatisfaction.

3 things to consider when choosing a software development partner

Client assumptions in vendor selection significantly influence project outcomes, often more than technology choices.

Stop Building for the Demo. Start Building for the Decision

The Sprint Trap is the illusion that AI speed is the goal, leading to failed enterprise AI initiatives.

Why are designers, engineers, and product managers in a 'three-way standoff'?

The design job market is experiencing uncertainty as demand for product managers rises, raising concerns about the impact of AI on designer roles.

The UX ground is shaking, synthetic users, building perspective

A clear design perspective is crucial; it defines what to exclude, ensuring focus on what truly matters.

3 weeks ago

Are you ready for shape-shifting apps?

Apple is enforcing App Store guidelines to prevent AI-assisted development tools from enabling apps to download and execute unverified code after installation, addressing security risks from vibe coding.

3 weeks ago

This startup wants to make enterprise software look more like a prompt | TechCrunch

Eragon is building an agentic AI operating system that replaces traditional software interfaces with natural language prompts, eliminating buttons and menus in enterprise business software.

fromInfoWorld

2 weeks ago

Stop worrying: Instead, imagine software developers' next great pivot

Worrying about worst-case scenarios is unnecessary; choose to imagine positive outcomes instead.

Environment

fromSmashing Frames

Software as Fast Fashion

Software is becoming fast-fashion: cheaply produced by AI, disposable, prioritizing novelty over durability, with environmental and labor harms.

Mobile UX

fromForbes

Forget The Content Treadmill And Develop An App Instead

Design moments of on-demand, curiosity-driven engagement so audiences seek out content willingly rather than competing in saturated feeds.

Mobile UX

fromBusiness Matters

1 month ago

Why Users Prefer Apps Over Browsers for Daily Digital Tasks

Mobile apps have become the primary interface for daily digital tasks, prioritizing convenience, continuity, and efficiency over the openness of the traditional web.

Design Processes to Evolve with Emerging Technology

High transaction costs trap businesses in episodic change, making deep, continuous organizational transformation prohibitively expensive, risky, and ineffective.

fromDri