The Internet Archive has a playable version of the NY Times Crossword...

The Internet Archive has a playable version of the NY Times Crossword Puzzle app from 1992. It ran on Windows 3.1 and included a few hundred puzzles. (Click on Game/Open to select a puzzle.) 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →

The Iconic First Lady of NYC

I love these photos of Rama Duwaji by Szilveszter Mako — a perfect combination of photographer and subject. Duwaji is an artist, illustrator, New Yorker, and second-generation Syrian-American. She is also married to Zohran Mamdani, who is the mayor-elect of NYC.…

Good morning! Just wanted to let you all know that Rian Johnson...

Good morning! Just wanted to let you all know that Rian Johnson subtly rickrolled us with a scene in Wake Up Dead Man. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →

Nikon Discontinues One of Its Most Unpopular Zoom Lenses

Over the years, Nikon has introduced some truly exceptional lenses. Models such as 20mm f1.8G, the 60mm f2.8D Macro, the 135mm f2 DC, and the 80-200 f2.8 D AF-S are some lenses that have been trusted by millions of photographers around the world. In fact, many still swear by it.…

What Happened to Chase Jarvis?

Chase Jarvis is a name that has been quite prominent in the photography circles. A photographer, director, author, and entrepreneur, Chase has helped millions of people pick up a camera and make a living from it. However, in the past year, the company's YouTube Channel has stopp…

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The 3 Canon Compact Cameras Made Digital Photos Feel Like Film

Canon cameras are now only working with CMOS sensors, which, while fast, leave one wanting more. The latter is the case for photographers who want analog-like inages but without investing in a film camera. If you share this perspective, then consider the following three Canon co…

This Samsung Camera Tried to Beat Nikon. Here’s What Happened

Samsung has been in the camera industry for a while, and by that, we mean the time when they created SLR and mirrorless cameras. However, the company's vision lasted a short while, beginning around 2006 and ending before 2020. While they gave us numerous exciting models, such as…