Easy macOS and iOS Tips and Fixes
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
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
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
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
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
User's ideal music app doesn't exist; they explore features they want, including scrobbling to last.fm, combined streamed/personal libraries, large album art, and social recommendations. They analyze current options: Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Qobuz, Roon, and others, noting pros and cons for each. Key issues include UI inefficiencies, ethical concerns, lack of features, and sound quality. No app meets all needs; the search for the perfect music app continues.
https://hicks.design/journal/my-perfect-music-app-doesnt-exist