"IT WoRKs BeTter in the App "

178 blenderob 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC shkspr.mobi Llama Share 65

The user successfully added a calendar link to their Google Pixel phone using the desktop mode of the calendar.google.com website. This task is relatively simple and can be accomplished with basic coding skills, unlike some apps that are half-finished or difficult to update.

OpenAI: Migrating to HTTPX2

91 tosh 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC github.com/openai Llama Share 39

The OpenAI Python SDK now uses HTTPX2 for its synchronous and asynchronous HTTP clients, replacing the previous httpx package. Existing API calls continue to work without changes, but users must update their code to use HTTPX2 clients explicitly.

Inception-style curved map for turn-by-turn directions

58 smoser 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC orbify.eu Full Share 20

Orbify Demo 2 v72 — interactive Gaussian-splat navigation visualization.

Get your Windows license refund

38 smartmic 2026-08-28 13:44:07 UTC en.refund4freedom.org Llama Share 11

Users can request refunds for Windows operating system licenses from manufacturers like Asus, Dell, Lenovo, and others. Some companies respond promptly to refund requests while others may require lengthy legal proceedings or negotiations.

Hilariously Fast Volume Computation with the Divergence Theorem

157 luu 2026-08-28 09:24:07 UTC alyssarosenzweig.ca Llama Share 33

A fast algorithm for volume computation of a simple, closed triangulated 3D mesh is presented using vector calculus. The algorithm calculates the volume as a sum of surface integrals over each triangle in the mesh.

EPA says power for data centers can sidestep pollution laws

91 Levitating 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC epa.gov Full Share 39

Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock (A locked padlock) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

U.S. Sanctions Against the a/I Collective

85 exiguus 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC inventati.org Llama Share 47

A/I is an autonomous anticapitalist movement providing free digital self-defense tools and services for activists, focusing on solidarity and non-commercial use. All services are provided without data commoditization or compensation, with manual review by volunteers to ensure alignment with their principles.

Interactive pattern discovery in binaries (FF-16-TUI)

15 HexLasso 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC github.com/hexlasso Full Share 0

FF-16-TUI is an interactive static analysis tool that finds frequently occurring local 16-bit patterns across the entire file. It can help to locate structures from frequent patterns and understand file layout.

I Used AWS Cognito for a Startup. I Wouldn't Do It Again

33 speckx 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC joshkaramuth.com Llama Share 20

The author struggled with AWS Cognito's complex documentation and frequent breaking changes, which led to significant development time and frustration. They advise others to build a small proof of concept before using Cognito, as the free tier pricing may not be worth the engineering hours spent fighting the tool.

Pentagon's blacklisting of Anthropic was unlawful, US judge rules

193 softwaredoug 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC reuters.com Full Share 68

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Luanti removed from Google Play due to baseless AI copyright notice

162 miniBill 2026-08-28 07:24:07 UTC blog.luanti.org Llama Share 54

Luanti's Android app is unavailable on Google Play due to a baseless DMCA notice from Tracer.AI, alleging copyright infringement with Minecraft. The company has previously submitted counter-notices and appealed against similar notices in 2023 and this year.

Advertisers Could Soon Demand 'Verified Clicks'

21 thm 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC amediaoperator.com Llama Share 17

Big tech companies like Google and Microsoft are increasing bot clicks in consumer inboxes, forcing publishers to change their tracking metrics. Publishers may need to adopt the "verified click" metric, which ensures clicks are human-generated, as advertisers increasingly demand accurate data on bot interactions.

Show HN: SubSmith – Turn your own videos into language-learning material

32 IbrahimF96 2026-08-28 11:24:07 UTC subsmith.app Llama Share 37

Language Reactor supports various file formats and syncs subtitles accurately. It offers features like audio clip export, flashcards, and definitions for natural vocabulary building.

Bhartrhari's Paradox

14 surprisetalk 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC futilitycloset.com Llama Share 5

Some things are unnameable, but proving this is impossible due to the paradox of referencing those very things. This creates a cycle where each attempt to prove unnameability leads to more paradoxical arguments.

Saving 100 terabytes of memory by optimizing 1.1.1.1's DNS cache

840 TangerineDream 2026-08-27 17:24:07 UTC blog.cloudflare.com Llama Share 247

Big Pineapple, Cloudflare's DNS platform, reduced its cache memory usage by 56% through five optimizations. The changes freed up over 100 terabytes of memory across the fleet and improved performance with a 43% increase in cache insert throughput and a 19% drop in lookup latency.

How do functions like alloca allocate memory from the stack?

3 ibobev 2026-08-28 13:55:07 UTC devblogs.microsoft.com Prefix Share 0

Raymond has been involved in the evolution of Windows for more than 30 years. In 2003, he began a Web site known as The Old New Thing which has grown in popularity far beyond his wildest imagination, a development which still gives him the heebie-jeebies. The Web site spawned a book, coincidentally also titled The Old New Thing (Addison Wesley 2007). He occasionally appears on the Windows Dev ...

Interactive Warhammer 40k Galaxy Map – Cartographia Imperialis

66 gbxyz 2026-08-28 09:24:07 UTC cartographia40k.com Full Share 13

Explore a fan-made interactive 3D map of the Warhammer 40,000 galaxy, featuring 52 worlds, M41 and M42 eras, the Great Rift, routes, and lore dossiers.

httpx2

16 tosh 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC github.com/pydantic Llama Share 5

HTTPX2 is a Python library that extends the original HTTPX project, providing a fully featured client with support for HTTP/1.1 and HTTP/2, as well as sync and async APIs. It aims to maintain stability while evolving carefully, ensuring timely security updates for production systems.

OpenStreetMap State of the Map 2026

3 lode 2026-08-28 13:47:07 UTC 2026.stateofthemap.org Prefix Share 0

State of the Map is the annual event for all mappers and OpenStreetMap users. In 2026 the State of the Map conference will be taking place in Paris and online. It will be a three day conference packed with talks, workshops, discussion rounds and more. If you are attending the conference either in person in Paris or online, here are some useful links to find information: Connect with other ...

Small Models Have Arrived

719 tosh 2026-08-27 16:24:07 UTC calv.info Llama Share 315

The author has been impressed with the capabilities of GPT-5.6-Luna, but notes that its high cost is a significant barrier to adoption for consumer AI companies. They believe that fast and affordable models will become increasingly important for businesses, particularly those requiring human-like responsiveness and efficiency.

Show HN: Talos – An AI agent with a permission kernel between model and shell

14 kurdman_007 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC talos-agent.ch Llama Share 4

A shell pipeline runs commands in a sandboxed environment, logging clean work and refusing malicious input. The Talos agent provides an installable automation system with multiple channels for fetching data without opening listening sockets.

Terry Rozier and the Teleprompt Operator

8 surprisetalk 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC iainschmitt.com LocalLLM Share 0

Legal sports betting enables large, risky wagers like the Terry Rozier case, as increased volume allows sportsbooks to balance bets. Prediction markets face similar risks but lack the public sympathy of sports gambling.

The Twelve-Factor App

3 jxmorris12 2026-08-28 13:24:07 UTC 12factor.net Prefix Share 0

The contributors to this document have been directly involved in the development and deployment of hundreds of apps, and indirectly witnessed the development, operation, and scaling of hundreds of thousands of apps via our work on the Heroku platform. This document synthesizes all of our experience and observations on a wide variety of software-as-a-service apps in the wild. It is a ...

507 Mechanical Movements

632 helloplanets 2026-08-27 14:24:07 UTC 507movements.com Llama Share 76

The website has some working animations, but not all 507 are complete. Users can browse completed animations by color thumbnails and subscribe to updates on progress.

Sovereign Tech Agency invests €500k in Flatpak

215 eigenspace 2026-08-28 06:24:07 UTC modal.cx Llama Share 120

The German Sovereign Tech Agency invests €508,640 in the Flatpak project to improve its security and sandboxing features. This two-year initiative aims to accelerate the evolution of Flatpak as a secure platform for packaging and distributing Linux desktop software.

ALMA Reveals Long-Lived Hotspots on Betelgeuse's Bubbling Surface

11 layer8 2026-08-28 12:24:07 UTC almaobservatory.org Llama Share 0

Scientists used ALMA to observe Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star, revealing its uneven surface with bright hotspots and an irregular shape. The observations show that the hotspots have persisted for at least 7 years, contradicting current models of convective motions inside the star.

GoGoGrandparent (YC S16) is hiring back end engineers

0 2026-08-28 04:24:07 UTC ycombinator.com Llama Share

GoGoGrandparent's mission is to help older adults live independently in their homes by providing a virtual caregiver that monitors daily activities. The company aims to make a significant impact on people's lives, especially as the number of seniors over 65 increases.

Doctors are finally learning to manage antidepressant withdrawal

214 eutropheon 2026-08-27 23:24:07 UTC newscientist.com Full Share 227

Show HN: OpenTIE and OpenXWA, Modern Ports of Tie Fighter and X-Wing Alliance

198 elyosh 2026-08-27 22:24:07 UTC github.com/elyosh Llama Share 49

OpenTIE is an open-source reimplementation of Star Wars: TIE Fighter, combining 1995 and 1998 game data for a unique experience. It supports various graphics modes, flight simulation speeds, and soundtrack options while remaining under active development with potential bugs.

Gemini-3.5-Transcribe

324 k9294 2026-08-27 18:24:07 UTC blog.google Llama Share 113

Gemini 3.5 Transcribe is a precise speech-to-text model designed for intelligent voice interactions, offering advanced capabilities like noise handling and custom vocabulary recognition. The model achieves high accuracy rates across various languages and use cases, with applications in the Gemini app, Android, Google AI Studio, and more.