Sapphires and rubies may dazzle on jewelry, but they are prized for more than just their beauty. A recent Hackaday feature explores the growing trend of making synthetic rubies at home, pointing to a wider interest in practical, DIY science projects.

In the wake of early stumbles in the artificial intelligence arena, Apple is making calculated moves to re-establish itself by introducing incremental changes at its recent developers conference. The tech giant’s focus on cosmetic updates signals a cautious approach to catching up in the competitive AI race.