The internet used to feel smaller — and more human. People wrote blogs simply to share ideas, stories, and discoveries, not to chase clicks or ad revenue. Those days aren’t gone entirely. Here are some of my favorite blogs that still carry that spirit.
- Om Malik – Knows Silicon Valley firsthand; a great writer and excellent photographer.
- The Real Frame – A blog by photojournalists David Butow and David Paul Morris.
- Pixel Envy by Nick Heer – Well-curated posts on tech and other topics; consistently interesting.
- Worms and Viruses – A smart, insightful tech blog by Jack Wellborn.
- Michael Tsai’s Tech Blog – Carefully chosen nuggets from many sources; a real time-saver, and the site loads lightning-fast.
- Paris Diary by Laure – An excellent blog about what’s happening in Paris.
- Matt Mullenweg – Founding developer of WordPress and CEO of Automattic.
- Swissmiss – A popular design journal and more.
- Manton Reece – The founder and operator of Micro.blog, a friendly social network and blogging platform.
The list is in no particular order. I will update this list from time to time.
Last updated: June 6, 2026