Introduction to Installer No. 87
Welcome to Installer No. 87, your guide to the best and most interesting stuff in the world. This week has been packed with exciting discoveries, from reading about Sabrina Carpenter and Khaby Lame to exploring the world of intimacy coordinators. The author has also been catching up on "Barbarians at the Gate," watching "Ben Schwartz and Friends" on YouTube, and planning days with the new Finalist beta.
Recent Discoveries
The author has been recklessly installing all the Apple developer betas after WWDC, enjoying Dakota Johnson’s current press tour, and trying to clear all inboxes before going on parental leave. This week’s issue is slightly shorter due to the chaos, but it’s still packed with exciting recommendations.
New Browser and Photo Editor
The company Arc has released a new browser called Dia, which is extremely AI-focused. Although the author doesn’t see themselves leaving Arc anytime soon, Dia has some fascinating ideas and nice design touches. Additionally, Snapseed 3.0 has been released, a really nice update with new editing tools and a redesign. As straightforward photo editors go, this is one of the better ones.
Interesting Stories and Videos
The author recommends checking out "I Tried To Make Something In America," a story about what it really takes to bring manufacturing back to the US. The F1 haptic trailer is also worth watching, especially for those with newer iPhones. The trailer buzzes in sync with the car’s rumbles and revs, making for a really cool experience.
New Releases and Updates
Android 16 has been released, with a new look and features like Live Updates and accessibility improvements. The Fujifilm X-E5 is a new camera that’s a spin on the X100VI, with interchangeable lenses and power-user features. The author is excited about the new game "Dune: Awakening," which is big on open-world survival and ornithopters.
Community Recommendations
The Installer community has been sharing their favorite recommendations, including the Remarkable Paper Pro color e-ink device, the manga series "Monsters We Make," and the GameSir Cyclone 2 controller. Other recommendations include the Apple TV Plus miniseries "Long Way Home," the podcast "Devil and the Deep Blue Sea," and the game "Splatoon 3."
Weather Forecasting and AI
The author has been fascinated by weather forecasting and recommends Andrew Blum’s book "The Weather Machine" to understand how we learned to predict the weather. Google’s new project, Weather Lab, uses AI to predict and track storms, and it’s cool to see Big Tech trying to figure out Mother Nature.
Conclusion
This week’s issue of Installer No. 87 has been packed with exciting discoveries and recommendations. From new browsers and photo editors to interesting stories and videos, there’s something for everyone. The author hopes you enjoy the recommendations and can’t wait to share more in the next issue. With the summer chaos approaching, the next issue will be after a short break, but it will be worth the wait.
