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🪐 What’s happening in tech today, May 23, 2025?

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TL;DR Write about building the future of the internet for a chance to win part of $5,000! Submit by June 17, 2025, to enter the Web3 Development Writing Contest.

By @hackernooncontests [ 3 Min read ]

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On This Day

Java Was Launched to the Public

The Java programming language was officially announced by Sun Microsystems on May 23, 1995, revolutionizing software development with its "write once, run anywhere" approach.

Poll Of the Week

Slim & Sleek: Worth a Premium Price Tag?

With the recent launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and rumors of an upcoming ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, both at around the $1000 price tag, slimmer smartphones appear to be making a comeback in 2025. This trend is sparking discussion about design priorities and potential trade-offs, especially in the price-function correlation. Would you pay extra just for a significantly thinner and lighter design?

Thinness is a luxury feature I value and would pay more for.

Maybe if it also feels exceptionally well-built and premium.

No, slimness itself isn't worth extra money to me; features matter more.

I'd expect a slimmer phone to cost less if it has a smaller battery or fewer features.

My budget is the main decider, regardless of how thick or thin the phone is.

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