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The Technologies We Lost in 2025 Quietly Marked Industry Endings

December 31, 2025 by Mintu

The Technologies We Lost in 2025: A Quiet Goodbye to Familiar Digital Companions

When people think of technology endings, they imagine dramatic shutdowns, headline-grabbing failures, or sudden collapses. But 2025 told a different story. Instead of loud farewells, this year delivered quiet goodbyes, subtle shifts, and slow fades into obsolescence. Many of the technologies that disappeared weren’t failures—they were victims of changing economics, evolving user behavior, and industry-wide transformations. Unlike past years that saw iconic exits like the iPod or Internet Explorer, 2025’s losses felt more personal. These were tools embedded into daily routines, habits, and even muscle memory. From the familiar click of a home button to the shriek of dial-up modems, … Read more

Michael Crichton’s Vision: What He Reveals About Big Tech and AI

February 4, 2025 by Mintu

Michael Crichton, the mastermind behind Jurassic Park and The Andromeda Strain, had a unique ability to foresee how technological advancements can spiral out of control. His works illustrate how innovations often escape the grasp of their creators, leading to unintended and sometimes catastrophic consequences. As we navigate the age of Big Tech and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Crichton’s insights have never been more relevant. His approach to storytelling—where technology itself becomes the protagonist—offers a compelling lens through which we can analyze today’s digital landscape. In recent years, AI has progressed at an unprecedented pace, with companies like OpenAI, Google, and Meta … Read more

Mark Zuckerberg Predicts Smart Glasses to Replace Smartphones Soon

January 19, 2025 by Mintu

For decades, smartphones have been at the heart of personal technology, transforming how people communicate, work, and engage with the world. From the introduction of the Motorola StarTAC in the 1990s to the revolutionary iPhone in 2007, the smartphone has evolved into a crucial everyday tool. However, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes that the reign of the smartphone is coming to an end. At a recent event, Zuckerberg predicted that smart glasses, powered by augmented reality (AR) technology, will replace smartphones as the primary personal device by the 2030s. This bold vision comes as tech giants like Meta, Apple, and … Read more