miniblog.

I definitely feel more productive with a larger monitor compared with just a laptop, and I know there have been studies on this. I wonder if it's primarily the window switching overhead? E.g. would a tiling WM with lots of virtual desktops perform better?

Apparently you can buy smart power sockets now, e.g. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lightwave-L42-Smart-Socket-Stainess/dp/B075XT62RC Whilst a consumer might enjoy the remote control, these devices also monitor power consumption. I imagine this would be particularly useful in a commercial property context.

Activity trackers now exist for animals too! Whistle is a Fitbit-style exercise monitor plus GPS tracker for dogs: https://www.wired.com/review/review-whistle-3-pet-tracker/ Ambient computing is becoming progressively more common.