Petal is an open-source pair-programming tool from the makers of CoScreen that provides low-latency, high-resolution screen sharing and true remote control. Shared windows appear as independent, movable desktop windows (not tiled thumbnails), each showing labeled user cursors and accepting instant mouse and keyboard input so collaborators can type, scroll, and click directly into a shared app. Multiple people can share simultaneously, and rooms are persistent - teams can create spaces like "eng-sync" that members join with a single click, avoiding links or meeting scheduling. Mac and Windows desktop apps are available now, with Linux support planned.
Deployment and customization are flexible: use Petal Cloud on LiveKit for zero-config meetings, self-host a LiveKit server via Docker Compose to keep media traffic in-house, or fork and build the app yourself for full control. The codebase emphasizes smooth visuals and reliability; example code shows functions to retain the last frame to avoid black frames when windows update. Documentation covers remote-control details and guides. The product targets engineering and design teams that need fast, interactive co-working with options for compliance, data control, or deep customization.
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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)
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)
Epic Games has released a new version of its Epic Games Launcher, featuring a redesigned interface with a focus on style and user experience. The launcher serves as a platform for managing and launching Epic's games and digital content. (store.epicgames.com)
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