In short:Â Matei Zaharia, the Berkeley computer science professor and Databricks co-founder who created Apache Spark, has won the 2026 ACM Prize in Computing for his foundational contributions to distributed data systems and AI infrastructure. The $250,000 prize, funded by an Infosys endowment, is one of computer scienceâs most prestigious mid-career honours. Zaharia is donating the […]
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### WhatsApp Status Updates Coming to Chats Tab
The newest WhatsApp version on TestFlight reveals a forthcoming feature that will incorporate Status updates into the Chats tab. This modification aims to increase the prominence of Status updates, akin to the Stories format made famous by Instagram.
#### Upcoming Feature Insights
Though WhatsApp Status has not enjoyed the same visibility as Stories in other Meta platforms, the company seems to be redirecting its efforts to bolster this feature within its messaging service. Recent findings from WABetaInfo pointed out that the beta iteration for Android hinted at this integration, and now comparable indications have emerged in the TestFlight version for iOS.
Once this feature is officially rolled out, users will see a carousel at the upper part of their chat list showcasing Status updates from their contacts. However, in contrast to Instagram, the Status update tray will not be inherently visible. Users will have to swipe down from the top of the chat list to reveal it, similar to the way Stories operate in Telegram.
#### User Interface and Functionality
The design for the new Status feature will closely mirror Instagram’s Stories carousel. The initial option in the tray will permit users to create their own Status updates, followed by updates from their contacts. Per WABetaInfo, the tray will prioritize updates according to contact importance, making sure that the most relevant updates are shown first. Moreover, users will be able to view hidden Status updates from contacts they have silenced.
WhatsApp’s Status updates will still vanish after 24 hours, and users will have access to a variety of creative tools, such as stickers and music, to embellish their posts.
#### Conclusion
Although there is no definite launch date for this feature, references in both iOS and Android versions suggest that its introduction may be on the horizon. As WhatsApp continues to advance, the incorporation of Status updates into the Chats tab could substantially boost user involvement within the app.
Yesterday, I wrote about a 2-year-old open-source hardware ESP32-based DAB+ receiver project, but it turns out there’s also a digital radio project for the Raspberry Pi that was released about three weeks ago. Raspiaudio’s Digital Radio V1 HAT adds AM/FM, DAB/DAB+, and HD Radio support to any Raspberry Pi SBC with a 40-pin GPIO header and is supported by CLI or web-based software for configuration and control. Digital Radio V1 HAT specifications: Supported SBCs – Raspberry Pi Zero 1/2, Raspberry Pi 4/5 Digital radio receiver chip – Skyworth Si4689-A10 (see product brief) Worldwide FM band support (76 to 108 MHz) Worldwide AM band support (520 to 1710 kHz) DAB, DAB+ Band III support (168 to 240 MHz) Advanced RDS/RBDS decoder FM HD Radio support with on-chip IBOC blend (note from Raspiaudio: subject to licensing. Please verify that you are legally allowed to use it in your country and for […]
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**Cronos: The New Dawn Set to Debut on Apple Silicon Macs**
Bloober Team has declared that its widely praised survival horror title, *Cronos: The New Dawn*, will be accessible on Apple silicon Macs with native compatibility starting April 28. This represents a significant enhancement to the expanding catalog of prominent games on the Mac platform.
Initially released in September across multiple platforms—including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch 2, Windows, and Linux—*Cronos: The New Dawn* provides players with a distinct adventure in a post-apocalyptic setting. The game pushes players to endure in a harsh wasteland, battle nightmarish creatures, and employ time travel to unveil the secrets of humanity’s demise.
The forthcoming Mac edition will utilize Apple’s cutting-edge graphics technologies, such as MetalFX Upscaling, which boosts visual performance and quality. This feature was introduced with macOS 26 Tahoe, underscoring Apple’s dedication to enhancing gaming across its devices.
The announcement of *Cronos: The New Dawn* for Mac comes after the triumphant day-one release of *Crimson Desert*, another AAA game, on the platform. This pattern emphasizes Apple’s persistent initiatives to position the Mac as a legitimate gaming device, appealing to a wider demographic of gamers.
For those interested, a launch trailer for *Cronos: The New Dawn* on Mac is available for viewing, offering a sneak peek into the game’s immersive atmosphere and gameplay features.
Gamers can find *Cronos: The New Dawn* up for purchase on Steam, further broadening the choices for players eager to delve into this captivating title on their Macs.
As the gaming landscape keeps evolving, the arrival of high-profile releases like *Cronos: The New Dawn* on Mac indicates a bright outlook for gaming on Apple devices.
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