aviation Archives

AppWizard

June 15, 2025

These are the subscriptions I actually don’t mind paying for

FlightRadar24 offers a Gold subscription that provides features like bookmarking flights, accessing airport and flight histories for up to a year, and real-time weather layers. Meteogram Weather Widget's Pro version allows extensive customization and monitoring of weather conditions over various time frames, making it valuable for unpredictable weather. NordVPN is favored for its ease of use and reliability across multiple devices, justifying its annual fee for online privacy. F1TV provides access to live races and past events, with the Pro tier offering enhanced viewing features like timing and telemetry. Netflix's 4K tier enhances the viewing experience, maintaining its status as a popular streaming service despite rising costs. Spotify is a leading music streaming service, with the Duo plan allowing two users to share a subscription, catering to diverse musical tastes. Google One offers a 200GB plan for backing up files and photos, which can be shared within a family group, making it a convenient choice. OsmAnd Maps+ Annual is an open-source app beneficial for exploring off-the-beaten-path routes, with its annual fee justified by its functionality during road trips.

Winsage

June 12, 2025

UEFI Vulnerabilities Galore

The FAA is requesting a budget allocation of .0 billion for fiscal year 2026, in addition to a previously committed .0 billion, to address critical infrastructure needs. The agency aims to modernize its outdated telecommunications infrastructure, including the air traffic control (ATC) system, which currently relies on antiquated technology such as paper strips, floppy disks, and Windows 95 computers. The FAA has a four-year timeline for overhauling the ATC system, which poses significant challenges and risks to aviation safety. Additionally, there is a need to replace the existing radar system and transition to a modern IP-based network, requiring careful consideration of security measures and operational dynamics.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

Elon Musk’s xAI partners with messaging app Telegram in $300 million Grok deal

Elon Musk has launched xAI, aiming to uncover fundamental truths of the universe. The startup has partnered with Telegram, agreeing to a 0 million investment for the Grok AI chatbot. Telegram will receive the initial payment and 50% of revenue from xAI subscriptions sold through its platform. Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, mentioned that users can expect advanced AI technology by summer, although Musk later stated that "no deal has been signed." Telegram has over one billion monthly users as of 2025 and is preparing to raise at least .5 billion through a bond issue. Durov is under investigation in France for allowing criminal activities on Telegram and is restricted from leaving the country. xAI has merged with X, valuing the AI company at billion and the social media platform at billion. Grok faced criticism for generating controversial responses, which xAI attributed to an unauthorized modification. The company is working to improve Grok's transparency and reliability.

TrendTechie

April 15, 2025

В России «лег» крупнейший торрент-трекер

Users in Russia are experiencing disruptions with RuTracker, the largest Russian-language torrent tracker, with complaints reaching approximately 5,600 by the evening of April 15. A spike of 1,982 issues was reported between 18:16 and 19:16, with users facing connection issues and timeouts. Complaints are widespread, particularly from major cities like Saint Petersburg and Moscow, but the cause of the disruptions is unclear. Additionally, Estonia has reported systemic radio interference from the Saint Petersburg area affecting satellite navigation systems, while ground-based equipment remains functional. There was also a significant outage of WhatsApp affecting users in various regions. Furthermore, Apple Inc. is reportedly considering re-entering the Russian market by establishing parallel imports through countries with lower customs tariffs.

BetaBeacon

March 20, 2025

The three best airplane games for Android

Aviator is a unique game of chance where players must stop the plane at the right time to win. It requires intuition, equanimity, and knowing when to withdraw winnings.

AppWizard

March 16, 2025

New messaging app hopes to get travellers to fill idle time on flights by talking to others

Wingle is a mobile application that enables passengers to communicate with each other during flights without needing an internet connection, utilizing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The app allows users to send messages and book airport lounge services, and it was launched in Europe in July 2024, with a global rollout planned for January 2025. It has attracted over 20,000 active users, primarily from Europe. Users create profiles that include personal information and a personality diagram, and conversations are temporary, disappearing after the flight. Wingle generates revenue through commissions from booking services, and its reception has been mixed, with some users appreciating the opportunity for social interaction, while others express concerns about privacy and potential misuse.

TrendTechie

March 15, 2025

Сооснователь крупнейшего торрент-трекера трагически погиб

Karl Lundström, co-founder of Pirate Bay, died in an aviation accident in Slovenia on March 10 at the age of 64. He was flying from Zagreb to Zurich in a private Mooney M-20 aircraft when it collided with a wooden structure on a mountain. Recovery efforts for his body were delayed due to bad weather until March 11. Authorities confirmed the discovery of the pilot's remains, but his name has not been publicly disclosed.

TrendTechie

March 13, 2025

Создатель легендарного пиратского трекера The Pirate Bay погиб в авиакатастрофе

Karl Lundström, co-founder of The Pirate Bay, died in an aviation accident in Slovenia while piloting a Mooney M20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. The plane crashed in northern Slovenia due to adverse weather conditions, and his body was recovered the following day. He was 64 years old at the time of his death.

TrendTechie

March 13, 2025

В Словении в авиакатастрофе погиб соучредитель торрент-трекера The Pirate Bay Карл Лундстрем

Karl Lundström, co-founder of The Pirate Bay, died in a plane crash in Slovenia while piloting his Mooney M20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. The crash occurred when the aircraft collided with a wooden structure on a mountainside, and adverse weather conditions delayed the recovery of his body until the following day. Lundström was 64 years old at the time of the incident. He played a significant role in establishing The Pirate Bay in 2003, which became one of the largest file-sharing platforms. In 2012, he was convicted of copyright infringement, serving four months in prison. Lundström was also involved in Swedish politics since the 1990s, including participation in the "Alternative for Sweden" movement.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

How does drone tracking app Air Sentinel work?

A surge in reports of unidentified drones over U.S. cities has raised concerns among residents, particularly in New Jersey, where many sightings are attributed to drones but often identified as conventional aircraft. The Air Sentinel app, available for free on the Google Play Store, helps users monitor nearby drones by utilizing Remote ID signals required for most drones in U.S. airspace. Developed by Airsentinel.ai, the app detects drones broadcasting Remote ID signals, providing information such as their digital “license plates,” locations, and flight paths. The Remote ID system, enforced by the FAA, allows drones to transmit their identity, altitude, and takeoff points. The app is designed for homeowners, businesses, and public safety teams, while maintaining privacy protections by restricting advanced features to verified government entities.