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Secure data solutions provider iStorage has released what it claims to be the world's first FIPS 140-3 Level 3 flash drives.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/storage/istorage-launches-most-advanced-encrypted-usb-sticks-available-worlds-first-fips-140-3-level-3-validated-flash-drives-pricing-starts-at-usd96-for-32gb

When getting started with electronics, we need a good kit to make the learning process as smooth as possible, and the Arduino Plug and Make Kit could be just the thing you need.

https://www.tomshardware.com/maker-stem/microcontrollers/arduino-plug-and-make-kit-review-the-kit-to-start-your-journey

A Zen 5 based 16 core CPU has emerged at Geekbench and a leaker suggests it could belong to AMD's upcoming Fire Range series.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amd-zen-5-fire-range-cpu-surfaces-inside-next-gen-gaming-laptop-ryzen-9000hx-chip-seemingly-wields-16-zen-5-cores

Be Quiet’s Light Loop is a strong AIO with low noise levels. We tested thermal and noise results from both Intel’s i7-14700K and Core Ultra 9 285K.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/liquid-cooling/be-quiet-light-loop-360-review

Blue Origin's New Glenn heavy-lift launch vehicle is now ready for its first flight. The company has conducted — and successfully completed — a wet dress rehearsal or a full run-through of the rocket's launch countdown. As

Article URL: https://rubenerd.com/ten-it-things-i-found-joy-in-this-year/

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Article URL: https://www.nplusonemag.com/issue-49/essays/casual-viewing/

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We're a couple of days away from the new year, and that means the next Social Security checks will include the 2025 COLA increase. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-january-2025-your-next-check-includes-the-cola-increase/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Social Security COLA increase for 2025 is going into effect soon, and so is your boosted benefits check. Here's when you can expect it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-cola-2025-your-first-increased-check-is-coming-soon/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you forgot to take the time to register, relax. You still have a couple of weeks. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/insurance/you-still-have-time-to-enroll-in-affordable-care-act-health-insurance/#ftag=CADf328eec

The first Supplemental Security Income payments for 2025 are almost here. Here's when to expect yours. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/ssi-january-2025-heres-when-your-money-will-arrive/#ftag=CADf328eec

Give your iPhone the directive to prioritize battery over anything else and get better performance – forever! https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/permanent-low-power-mode-how-to-unlock-your-iphones-secret-battery-saver/#ftag=CADf328eec

The start of a new year is the ideal time to reset and reorganize. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/a-new-year-means-its-time-for-a-major-closet-clean-out/#ftag=CADf328eec

Let your internet provider down easy this holiday season. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/ditch-your-internet-provider-hassle-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's the technology I use the most without having to actually do anything -- and a pack of four is still just $70. https://www.cnet.com/deals/keep-an-eye-on-your-bags-with-apple-airtags-still-29-off-during-the-holidays/#ftag=CADf328eec

Now you can open almost any function or app right from your Control Center. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-adjust-and-change-your-iphones-control-center-in-ios-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

Want to watch a video or music from your Android device on TV? Here's how to do it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/from-android-to-the-big-screen-how-to-cast-videos-from-your-phone-or-tablet-to-your-tv/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Apple Watch Series 10 has new features like a bigger screen, larger case sizes and a new voice isolation feature. Here's how it stacks up against last year's Apple Watch Series 9. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-watch-series-10-vs-series-9-dont-buy-the-wrong-one/#ftag=CADf328eec

Let's get you set up right with Apple's latest iPhone system. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/its-time-to-change-these-8-iphone-settings-in-ios-18-2/#ftag=CADf328eec

Not sure where you should put your AirTags? We've got some reliable suggestions for you. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/5-clever-hiding-spots-for-your-apple-airtags/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you've been wanting to explore the popular AI text-to-image generator, here's what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/midjourney-what-it-is-and-what-you-should-know-about-the-ai-image-generator/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's how the classic Sony Walkman WM-AF58 from 1988 compares to the Walkman NW-A306 from 2023. https://www.cnet.com/videos/sony-walkman-new-vs-classic-models-compared/#ftag=CADf328eec

System76’s new 16-inch Linux laptop is affordable but upgrading to an 8TB SSD doubles the price.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/this-is-probably-the-best-value-16-inch-linux-laptop-right-now-just-make-sure-you-dont-try-to-upgrade-it-to-8tb-ssd-or-youll-double-its-price

New Galaxy S25 Ultra leaks mean we're looking forward to its unveiling more than ever.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/new-samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-leaks-hint-at-key-upgrades-for-the-display-and-storage

By following the right steps, you can easily prepare and install a motherboard inside a PC case in a matter of minutes.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/how-to-install-a-motherboard

Article URL: https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2024/12/27/netflix-tells-writers-to-have-characters-announce-what-theyre-doing-just-in-case-viewer-is-busy-doing-something-else

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Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/dec/27/chess-carlsen-targets-rapid-and-blitz-gold-on-wall-street-this-weekend

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So you woke up on Christmas morning to a new Mac. Perhaps it’s the miraculous M4 Mac mini, or maybe it’s the stunning M4 Pro MacBook Pro complete with the nano texture display. No matter which Mac you unwrapped, you’re probably itching to try out

Mullenweg's Reddit discussion about 2025 WordPress drama inspires nearly 600 responses

The post Matt Mullenweg: What Drama Can I Create In 2025? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/matt-mullenweg-what-drama-can-i-create-in-2025/536363/

We'll show you how and where to get rid of your old electronics for free -- and in some cases, for store credit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/green-disposal-recycle-your-old-computers-and-printers-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

I took the Tidal plunge after years with Spotify, then scurried back with my arms outstretched: here's why.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/audio-streaming/heres-why-i-ditched-tidal-for-spotify-after-just-five-days

It's inevitable that Hulu removes more titles from its platform each month, but for January 2025, there aren't any titles I can say that I'm going to miss when they depart.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hulu/everything-leaving-hulu-in-january-2025

The big leak contains unreleased and pre-release content from Bungie-era Halo games from Halo CE up to Halo 3 and Reach.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/a-decade-of-unreleased-classic-halo-content-just-leaked-amid-major-digsite-controversy

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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.10631

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Article URL: https://www.ams.org/notices/202501/rnoti-p6.pdf

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Article URL: https://crys.site/blog/2024/llms-scare-me/

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Google's John Mueller says temporal anomalies can affect Googlebot crawl

The post Google Says Temporal Anomalies Affect Googlebot Crawl appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/googlebot-screenshots/536357/

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Dec. 28 Strands puzzle, No. 300. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-28-300/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 566 for Dec. 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-28-566/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 96 for Dec. 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-28-96/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answer -- for Wordle No. 1,288 for Dec. 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-28-1288/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 28. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-saturday-dec-28/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're looking to expand your Xbox console's storage after the holidays, you can save up to 27% off on 2 TB WD_Black expansion cards for a limited time.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/you-got-a-sweet-new-xbox-and-some-game-pass-for-the-holidays-but-now-youre-out-of-storage-space-good-news-wd-black-expansion-cards-are-on-sale-for-a-limited-time

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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2404.01332

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Article URL: https://retractionwatch.com/2024/12/27/evolution-journal-editors-resign-en-masse-to-protest-elsevier-changes/

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Article URL: https://forum.level1techs.com/t/bizarre-pcie-trouble-with-4tb-crucial-t500-nvme-ssd/222915

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https://forum.level1techs.com/t/bizarre-pcie-trouble-with-4tb-crucial-t500-nvme-ssd/222915

Article URL: https://nytpu.com/gemlog/2024-12-27

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Article URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9106553/

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Article URL: https://ftp.ccc.de/congress/2024/h264-hd/

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Article URL: https://spectrum.ieee.org/tsmc-arizona

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Article URL: https://www.timesnownews.com/sports/magnus-carlsen-disqualified-from-world-rapid-and-blitz-championship-for-wearing-jeans-article-116727852

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A court filing in the Google monopoly case reveals Apple's lack of appetite for building a search engine or entering the search text ad market. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-its-wrong-to-assume-wed-want-to-create-our-own-search-engine/#ftag=CADf328eec

We’ve researched dozens of e-commerce hosting companies. Here are the top five for e-commerce. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-web-hosting-for-e-commerce/#ftag=CADf328eec

Perfecting the the best kitchen hacks is my actual day job. I've found a way to make a delicious baked potato even faster. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-12-minute-baked-potato-recipe-is-my-latest-go-to-side-dish/#ftag=CADf328eec

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-28-december-2024

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-28-december-2024

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-28-december-2024

Sad faces in chat people, Game Pass could only save us so much!

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/activision-decides-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-players-dont-spend-enough-money-introduces-a-second-pass-for-players-to-buy

Xbox's Cloud Gaming and remote play services are seeing excessively long load times as holiday demand hits servers.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/struggling-to-play-xbox-games-via-cloud-gaming-during-your-holiday-break-youre-not-alone-but-a-fix-is-in-the-works

President-elect Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to delay the law that could ban TikTok until after his inauguration. In an amicus brief, Trump’s attorney D. John Sauer wrote that the future president wants the opportunity to find a solution to the problem “through politic

Article URL: https://cyberinsider.com/vw-suffers-major-breach-exposing-location-of-800000-electric-vehicles/

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https://cyberinsider.com/vw-suffers-major-breach-exposing-location-of-800000-electric-vehicles/

Article URL: https://media.ccc.de/v/38c3-demystifying-common-microcontroller-debug-protocols

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Article URL: https://media.ccc.de/v/38c3-breaking-the-mirror-a-look-at-apple-s-new-iphone-remote-control-feature

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Article URL: https://github.com/sbcl/sbcl/commit/42fd0ced76e851fe883f8651b832234a7cbd1fa2

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After decades of tracking my exercise programs in progressively more complex spreadsheets I eventually burned out on metrics and complicated periodization programs to the point where I had almost stopped exercising.

I am now at a place where I simply want the minimal amount of structure and tracking to make sure I can maintain my fitness, so I boiled the entire concept down to what I felt was its essence: enough information and structure to remind you of what is needed today, and how it we

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https://gildas-lormeau.github.io/Polyglot-HTML-ZIP-PNG/SUMMARY.html

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https://www.fastcompany.com/91170296/spotify-ai-music

The verdict is in on Google's December 2024 updates. SEO and publisher responses share common themes.

The post Google’s December 2024 Updates: Final Results appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/googles-december-2024-updates-final-results/536349/

Hot stuff! The spacecraft endured temperatures as high as 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit on its journey. https://www.cnet.com/science/nasas-parker-solar-probe-flies-closer-to-the-sun-than-any-object-ever-has/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's never been easier to cook the perfect crispy chicken thanks to the air fryer. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/im-obsessed-with-this-whole-chicken-in-the-air-fryer-recipe/#ftag=CADf328eec

Homebuying was supposed to become more affordable. Higher mortgage rates have made that impossible. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rate-predictions-holiday-week-brings-higher-rates/#ftag=CADf328eec

New wall outlets can provide a nice aesthetic boost, while also making your home safer. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/replacing-an-electrical-outlet-everything-to-know-about-the-7-most-common-wall-outlets/#ftag=CADf328eec

Sagence AI debuts analog in-memory compute for efficient, scalable AI inference.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/yet-another-tech-startup-wants-to-topple-nvidia-with-orders-of-magnitude-better-energy-efficiency-sagence-ai-bets-on-analog-in-memory-compute-to-deliver-666k-tokens-s-on-llama2-70b

How ChatGPT helps with entertaining kids

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/how-chatgpt-helps-me-keep-my-kids-entertained-over-the-holiday-period-and-into-2025

Open source 3D printer Lemontron debuts, with build pricing beginning at roughly $413 and a footprint small enough to be transported in a common filament box.

https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/lemontron-an-open-source-fully-portable-3d-printer-has-arrived-can-be-transported-in-an-empty-filament-box

2023 was the hottest year on record. This past year is on track to beating it and it caused more problems this past year than just spiking thermometers.

The World Weather Attribution (WWA) released its annual

Hey HN!

I used to spend hours drawing all kind of things as a kid. Sadly though, those drawings are long gone.

Inspired by this, I created DoodleDreams. A webapp that brings drawings to life using AI and stores them as memories. You can always look back at the drawings, see who made them, and even know the age they were drawn at.

I thought it was a fun way to preserve those memories. What do you think?

Viktor

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Article URL: https://www.plasticlist.org/report

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Kando is a cross-platform open source pie menu which I am currently developing! It offers an unconventional, fast, highly efficient, and fun way of interacting with your computer! You can use it to launch applications, simulate keyboard shortcuts, open files, and much more. Let me know what you think about it!

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Hi HN,

I built a lightweight Windows tool to organize files by relocating them while maintaining their accessibility through symbolic links.

The idea came from needing to tidy up my cluttered file system without breaking file paths used by other applications. NeatShift solves this by automating symbolic link creation whenever files or folders are moved.

Key Features:

- Relocate files without breaking existing references.

- Automatic system restore points for added safety.

- Moder

An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in