Everything Is Chrome
The power is in Google's hands.
My look into the overaching dominance of Google Chrome and it's overwhelmingly negative impact on the web as we know it.
https://vale.rocks/posts/everything-is-chrome
Firehose
I was scrolling through Fedi and saw the account @tpope@hachyderm.io. I wondered if it was the Vim guy so I clicked on his account to check. His bio didn’t disappoint.
If you read this Tim, thanks for your work.
I’ve just seen this excellent video from Posy. Like all his content, it’s well worth a watch.
A Year With The Framework Laptop 13
Hold onto your trackpads, I'm reviewing the Framework.
My review of the Framework Laptop 13. I cover the assembly, setup, value, build, support, community, and much more.
https://vale.rocks/posts/a-year-with-the-framework-laptop-13
A snowy mountain semi-concealed by cloud.
A valley surrounded by mountains.
Two-headed mushroom growing among moss and tiny sprouts.
Yesterday I graduated from high school. A bit bittersweet but I look forward to what comes next. Congratulations to the rest of the class of 2023!
Prematurely Pulling The Plug On 3G
Better hope you don't need to call emergency services.
Critical thoughts on the intention of Australian telcos to sunset the 3G network and the major repurcussions on coverage, safety, and much more that will come with it.
https://vale.rocks/posts/prematurely-pulling-the-plug-on-3g
A bee sitting upon my finger.

Oh my, I love this new CSS lh
unit. It’s equal to the computed line-height. This is gonna make inline SVGs and icons so much easier! I’m in ecstasy.
I just came across this: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTTP/Reference/Headers/Device-Memory
This could be wicked for optimizing sites based on the devices accessing them. I can only hope it isn’t just horrifically exploited for fingerprinting (let’s face it, it will be).
I must say, these OpenAI and Sam Altman shenanigans have been better drama than anything I think I’ve seen on television. The plot twists are out of this world and I genuinely have no idea what will happen next.
The new Mutant Remix site, developed by yours truly for Revolt, is up!
Mutant Remix is an awesome emoji packed based on Mutant Standard by Dzuk. It’s still got a bit to tweak but go check it out!
I think I can actually feel parts of my brain flaking away as I write JavaScript.
I’ve spent far longer than I wish to admit getting the Domino’s App feat Hatsune Miku working on my iPad 4, but I finally managed it today.
I initially went about it a stupidly complex way but ended up learning quite a bit along the way, so it wasn’t a total waste of time.
It seems some people have looked into decompiling it to fix the frequent crashes and broken features. Hopefully, this becomes a reality.
OpenAI recently unveiled some fancy new models that I wanted to play around with so I created Jarg. A nice to use AI client which allows you to select from a range of models.
Check it out here: https://jarg.vale.rocks
The modern job searching experience:
Job Title: Entry Level Position
Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience
How does somebody get experience when nobody will hire them because they don’t have experience?
And don’t forget the job description:
“At [COMPANY NAME HERE], we pride ourselves on our tight-knit and supportive work culture. We believe in fostering an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and encouraged to grow. Our company operates like a family, where collaboration, innovation, and a sense of belonging are central to our success.
As a member of our close-knit family, you will play an integral role in contributing to our company’s growth and success. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your unique skills and perspectives are appreciated.”
I re-watched Hackers (1995) yesterday evening. For any tech lovers looking for a demented 90s hacker film, you can’t go wrong. Objectively, it isn’t great, but it has very much cemented itself as a cult classic. It’s worth a watch.
Do people use share buttons on websites, such as those on blog posts or articles?
Response | Percentage |
---|---|
Yes | 0% |
Yes (only on mobile) | 19% |
No | 81% |
(37 people voted)
A tree with pretty pink leaves growing in front of a house against a clear blue sky.
A path winding through trees.
Hello, I’ve made some changes to my Fediversing. I’ve moved from microblog.pub to Akkoma. I was having some issues with microblog such as bad Mastodon federation but Akkoma seems very nice.
I’ll see you all around, be sure to send me a follow.
Queenstown across a lake with snowy mountain peaks in the background.
The town, forest, lake, and mountains of Queenstown from the gondola.
View of mountains near Queenstown.
Halo: My Thoughts
My thoughts on one of the biggest names in gaming.
Explore my journey through the Halo series, from the iconic Combat Evolved to the latest release, Infinite. Discover my thoughts, experiences, and insights into each game's virtues.
https://vale.rocks/posts/halo-my-thoughts
A fungal growth on a moss-covered log.
A mushroom growing, nestled in a mossy alcove.
A fungal growth on the side of a moss-covered log.