If you own a Mac, you ought to check out this free and aesthetically pleasing disk space utility.

      Radix is an open-source and free alternative to commercial disk analyzers for Mac.

      Running low on storage is a common issue for Mac users, yet Apple's built-in tools often fall short in effectively revealing what occupies your disk space. Typically, you receive broad categories, making it challenging to identify the specific folders, downloads, application files, or old projects that may be the culprits.

      Radix aims to streamline this process through its free, open-source app for Mac. It serves as a disk space analyzer that scans a folder, drive, or volume and presents the results in an interactive sunburst chart. Instead of manually sifting through folders, you gain a visual representation of storage usage on your drive.

      What does Radix display?

      Radix features a circular chart with each ring representing a different layer of folders. Larger segments indicate greater storage usage, making it easier to spot files or directories taking up significant space. You can delve into specific sections for more details, hover for additional information, and sort or filter files by size, name, date, or type.

      Developed in Swift and SwiftUI, Radix's creator, Colin Kim, has stated that it employs native macOS APIs to ensure quick scanning. In a Reddit post, Kim mentioned that Radix uses less than 100MB of RAM upon launch and is optimized for efficient scans of large volumes.

      How does it stack up against other Mac tools?

      Radix finds itself in a field with several existing alternatives. DaisyDisk is likely the most recognized polished option, costing $9.99. Older free alternatives include GrandPerspective and Disk Inventory X, while SquirrelDisk is open-source but has not been updated since early 2023, according to Kim.

      The key appeal of Radix is its status as a free, open-source tool that boasts a more modern appearance compared to many older disk analyzers. It supports Quick Look, file metadata searching, and searching through either the current folder or the entire scan tree. All operations occur locally, without requiring an account, telemetry, or data collection. Radix is compatible with macOS 14.0 and later.

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      Hackers have leaked facial recognition data linked to millions of visitors at Madison Square Garden.

      Madison Square Garden has utilized facial recognition technology for years to oversee who accesses its venues. Currently, this same system is the focus of a potentially significant privacy breach. The cybercriminal group ShinyHunters has released a vast amount of data allegedly taken from Madison Square Garden Entertainment after the company failed to meet a ransom deadline. Reports indicate that the leak encompasses facial recognition data, customer details, internal security evaluations, and other sensitive information related to millions of guests. While large data breaches have become regrettably frequent, this incident feels particularly significant as it involves deeply personal information detailing how individuals were monitored and identified in physical spaces.

      Microsoft’s modern Media Player for Windows 11 has been criticized for being inferior to its classic version from 17 years ago.

      Microsoft has launched a new Insider Preview update for the modern Media Player on Windows 11. However, users have voiced concerns as tests show that it consumes more memory and takes longer to open local video files compared to the classic Windows Media Player, which is now 17 years old. The update brings useful enhancements, including improved captions, clearer codec error messages, and better file recognition. Despite these improvements, major concerns persist regarding increased RAM consumption and the introduction of paid codec support for some common video formats. The update has not yet been rolled out to all users; Media Player version 11.2605.14.0 is currently only available on Experimental Insider builds as part of Microsoft’s June 12 Insider Preview releases.

      This free Mac application adds visually appealing glassy widgets to your lock screen.

      The lock screen on Mac has often felt somewhat underutilized. It typically displays the time and wallpaper, but not much else. While macOS supports desktop widgets, that extra information disappears once your Mac is locked. WidgetScreen aims to address this issue by providing a simple solution. This free Mac application, developed by UK computer science student Sam Cook, incorporates glassy widgets onto the lock screen, enabling users to quickly view the weather, clock, calendar, battery status, music playback, countdowns, and system information.