The discussion critiques Protocol Buffers, highlighting its limitations in backward compatibility and schema evolution, and explores alternatives like ASN.1 and CBOR, emphasizing the importance of schema management, versioning, and practical deployment considerations in serialization formats.
South Park's latest episode marks a significant change as Randy Marsh finally abandons Tegridy Farms after seven years, reflecting a shift in the show's ongoing serialized narrative and character focus.
Apple is reportedly implementing software locks on hardware components, making it difficult for third parties to properly replace parts in broken Apple devices. This includes the Apple Pencil, which may not work properly if the iPad Pro display is replaced with a non-genuine Apple part or a screen from another iPad. The practice, known as "serialization," is part of Apple's effort to restrict repairs and create a monopoly where consumers have to go to Apple for device repairs. France's Department of Competition, Consumer Affairs, and Fraud Prevention is investigating the serialization issue, following a complaint from a consumer rights organization.