I programmed a $7 ESP32-S3 board to block all computer's web ads - and it took just minutes

Raspberry Pi boards have gotten expensive, so I've been looking for cheaper alternatives. I found one in a tiny ESP32-S3 board.

Thread Direct looks to solve Matter’s biggest setup headache

The smart home networking protocol Thread is adding a new way to onboard devices without a Thread border router. The feature, ...
Nature

Tech titans are hacking their bodies for a longer life: is there science behind their methods?

Influencers and ultra-rich people looking to extend their lifespan are trading tips and tricks on how to eke out extra years.

I tried a tiny astronaut dongle that makes Windows and iPhone play nice

Fi dongle lets you share your files, displays, keyboard, and mouse between PCs, tablets, and phones without cables. It's also ...
Electronics Weekly

Arduino Ventuno Q powers smart mirror demo for locally-processed AI

At Hardware Pioneers Max 2026, it was great to bump into Arduino's Field Engineering Evangelist, Julián Caro Linares, who ...
PC World

Your dusty USB stick deserves a second life as a PC rescue kit

PCWorld highlights how old USB drives can be transformed into powerful PC rescue kits using portable applications that run without installation. Essential tools include bootable OS creators like Rufus ...
NBC 10 Philadelphia

Philly to launch retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)

Philadelphia workers who don’t have a 401(k) will soon have a new option to build a cushion for retirement. Back in January, Mayor Cherelle Parker signed two bills establishing the Philadelphia ...