DAVx⁵ is an Android app that unifies CalDAV, CardDAV and WebDAV functionality to sync contacts, calendars, tasks and provide live access to remote files. It offers two-way synchronization with native Android apps, supports a wide range of vCard and iCal fields (including photos, groups/labels, recurring events, exceptions, attendees and time zones), and handles shared and read-only address books. WebDAV features let users browse, edit, upload, download and delete files without full syncing, manage multiple cloud storages, stream media with random-access jumping, and attach files into other apps via the Storage Access Framework.
The implementation focuses on security, privacy and interoperability: support for SNI, self-signed and client certificates, HTTP/2/ALPN and other okhttp benefits, plus libraries like ical4j and ez-vcard. A modular design splits certificate management, WebDAV access and iCal/vCard logic into reusable components. Distributed under GPLv3 and available on F‑Droid (with paid distribution in commercial stores to fund maintenance), it targets both personal and organizational use - examples include company read-only address books, shared grocery lists and family calendars, NAS media streaming, and bridging iCloud with Android - positioning itself as a privacy-respecting solution suitable for GDPR-conscious deployments and managed enterprise rollouts.
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Tiny Little Office is a web-based office suite that includes tools like a word processor, spreadsheet, and calendar, with documents linked as references. It operates without accounts and saves data only if users choose to store it locally, requiring JavaScript to function. (tinylittleoffice.com)
Casey Newton and John Gruber have returned to using X, now owned by Elon Musk, despite its reputation as a right-wing propaganda platform. Musk's ownership has led to increased disinformation, algorithm changes favoring extremism, and a decline in the platform's integrity and safety. (karlbode.com)
Epic Games has launched a new vibe-coded game launcher that is 46% faster than Steam during cold starts, with startup times of 5.47 seconds versus 10.07 seconds. The new client is still developing features to match Steam's functionality, including social panels and account management. (neowin.net)
Petal is an open-source, free remote screen sharing and collaboration tool from the makers of CoScreen, supporting low latency and high resolution. It allows multiple users to share, control, and interact with shared windows simultaneously, with options for cloud hosting, self-hosting, or full customization. (petal.live)
Most online communities in America do not focus on politics, and many members prefer it that way. People value these spaces for connection and socializing rather than political debate. (pewresearch.org)
The .name domain will be permanently expunged next year, prompting users to migrate to other domains. Some users face challenges, such as Microsoft Azure email restrictions, complicating the migration process. (news.ycombinator.com)
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