Hudlum 1.1.1 Released
Hudlum 1.1.1 released: fixed retina volume indicator bug and volume bar drawing issue. Update via App Store or download from website without losing settings.
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macOS — Orion RC 1.0.4.143.4 ✴︎ Mar 16, 2026
Orion RC is an early preview release for contributors and Orion+ members, set to become the next beta. Issues include mangled PDF names with UTF-8, image results not opening correctly on Mac, and tab opening problems after closing media tabs.
https://orionbrowser.com/updates/orion-release-notes.html#macos-orion-1-0-4-143-4
iOS/iPadOS — Release 1.4.11 – Mar 13, 2026
The update includes improvements and bug fixes such as restoring support for the Violentmonkey extension and resolving a background crash issue that occurred when many tabs were open. These fixes enhance stability and extension compatibility.
https://orionbrowser.com/updates/orion-iOS-release-notes.html#ios-release-1-4-11
iOS/iPadOS — Release 1.4.12 – Mar 13, 2026
The update includes improvements and bug fixes, specifically addressing the display of kagi.com on mobile devices. This fix enhances the user experience for mobile users by correcting how the site is shown.
https://orionbrowser.com/updates/orion-iOS-release-notes.html#ios-release-1-4-12
macOS — Orion RC 1.0.4.143.3 ✴︎ Mar 11, 2026
Orion RC is a preview release for contributors and Orion+ members, set to become the next beta. Key issues addressed include URL reset for pinned tabs, ‘Open frame in new tab' functionality, app page links, save dialog errors, tab closing issues, import dialog problems, UBlock Origin updates, and performance degradations caused by 1Password. Additional enhancements involve icon fixes, extension improvements, PDF handling, and performance optimizations for tabs and WebExtensions.
https://orionbrowser.com/updates/orion-release-notes.html#macos-orion-1-0-4-143-3
The Death of Spotify: Why Streaming Is Minutes Away From Being Obsolete
Spotify's imminent demise is predicted, citing its flawed model that exploits artists and lacks profitability. Major music labels have lost control over distribution to tech giants. Streaming music is commodified, treating it like a utility with no differentiation, which devalues it. The current pro-rata payment system favors megastars over indie artists, and to survive, artists must focus on direct ownership and building micro-communities instead of relying on streaming platforms.
https://joelgouveia.substack.com/p/the-death-of-spotify-why-streaming