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 Commodore 64 gets a true Full-HD HDMI plus stereo sound daughterboard

Commodore 64 devotee Side Projects Lab has released a video teaser showcasing a 'true Full-HD HDMI' adaptor for the iconic 8-bit home computer.

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/retro-gaming/commodore-64-gets-a-true-full-hd-hdmi-plus-stereo-sound-daughterboard

 Maker builds drum machine from scratch using a Raspberry Pi Pico 2

Arnov Sharma has created a drum machine synth from scratch using a Raspberry Pi Pico 2 as the main driver along with a custom PCB.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/maker-builds-drum-machine-from-scratch-using-a-raspberry-pi-pico-2

Belkin’s new Creator Bundle makes hands-free recording easy

Belkin just unveiled a unique bundle at CES 2025 that’s being described as a “comprehensive toolset designed to meet the needs of budding creators.” The appropriately-named Creator Bundle comes with a bunch of useful accessories and “offers everything needed for hands-free recording.”

So what comes in the bundle? It ships with a pair of tiny wireless clip-on microphones with a 100m transmission range. These mics are battery-powered and last up to 5.5 hours per charge. They operate via

2d | Engadget
Roborock's new flagship robot vacuum has an arm that can grab small objects

Robot vacuums can remove the dust and dirt on your floor, but you still have to pick up stray socks and and any item strewn about your home. Now Roborock, a Chinese company that manufactures robot vacuums and other household cleaning appliances, has unveiled a new model that can pick up small objects so you don't have to. The Roborock Saros Z70 has a foldable

2d | Engadget
Belkin’s new accessory is a magnetic power bank and camera grip rolled into one

Belkin has a new phone accessory at CES 2025 that somehow brings something fresh to the crowded field of magnetic charging accessories (in other words, MagSafe and non-Apple-certified alternatives). The company’s Stage PowerGrip is a wireless power bank, camera-like grip and stand rolled into

2d | Engadget
Ask HN: Spending Tracking Tools

I’m trying to figure out a budgeting system that works for me. I’ve tried a few that use Plaid integrations but they haven’t been effective for me.

I’m looking for something that will give me daily / weekly notifications of how much I’ve spent. Might end up building it but was curious if there’s anything off the shelf like that.


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42602900

Points: 6

# Comme

Data Privacy: Your Carrier Knows a Lot About You. Here's How to Take Back Control

Regardless of whether you have an AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon plan, your data is being tracked by default. Here's how to protect your privacy and turn it off. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/data-privacy-your-carrier-knows-a-lot-about-you-heres-how-to-take-back-control/#ftag=CADf328eec

2d | cnet.com
I'm Buying These Must-Have Sleep Items From Cozy Earth While They're Up to 75% Off

Our sleep experts all recommend this brand, and with deep discounts on bedding, loungewear and towels, now is the time to shop. https://www.cnet.com/deals/must-have-sleep-items-from-cozy-earth-75-off-warehouse-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec

2d | cnet.com
 Everything new on Disney Plus in January 2025

From the first Marvel TV show of the year to lots of new movies, here's your definitive guide to Disney Plus for January 2025.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/disney-plus/everything-new-on-disney-plus-in-january-2025

 Google and Microsoft are crossing paths on the road to cloud PCs

Google's ChromeOS isn't the cloud computing champion it once was, but can Microsoft claim this underdeveloped market?

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/copilot-pcs/google-and-microsoft-are-crossing-paths-on-the-road-to-cloud-pcs

United will start testing Starlink on flights in February

United Airlines has announced plans to start testing Starlink on flights in February, and eventually add SpaceX's satellite internet service to its entire fleet. The company first announced a partnership with SpaceX to "set a new standard of

2d | Engadget
Sunday Night Football: How to Watch Vikings vs. Lions Tonight

The NFC North title and No. 1 playoff seed is on the line this evening in Detroit, and you don't need cable to watch on NBC or stream on Peacock. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/sunday-night-football-how-to-watch-vikings-vs-lions-tonight/#ftag=CADf328eec

2d | cnet.com
Tech and Wellness Will Combine Like Never Before in 2025, but Will We Benefit?

As more wellness technology continues to reach the mainstream market, you'd think we're all getting healthier. That may not be the case. https://www.cnet.com/health/tech-and-wellness-will-combine-like-never-before-in-2025-but-will-we-benefit/#ftag=CADf328eec

2d | cnet.com
How AI Can Help You Save Money on Groceries

Here's how to find the best grocery deals online by using artificial intelligence as your search tool. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-use-ai-to-save-money-on-groceries/#ftag=CADf328eec

2d | cnet.com
Generative AI and the tetrad color harmony

Amazing unanimous consensus among three chatbots.

2d | UX Design
CTO / cofounder exit deal after 1.5y at 600k revenue without SHA

I co-founded a deeptech company in France 1.5 years ago with another founder. We both invested €30k initially. My co-founder, who has a business background and is CEO, owns 51% of the shares and has 2/3 of the voting rights, while I own 49% of the shares and hold 1/3 of the voting rights. I have a PhD in AI and serve as the CTO. We pay ourselves modest wages and currently employ three full-time staff, all of whom I recruited and manage. The company generated €600k in revenue over the first 1

A Week of Symfony #940 (30 December 2024 - 5 January 2025)

This week, Symfony 6.4.17, 7.1.10 and 7.2.2 maintenance versions were released. In addition, we published more information about the upcoming SymfonyOnline January 2025 conference.

Symfony development highlights

This week, 44 pull requests were merged (34… https://symfony.com/blog/a-week-of-symfony-940-30-december-2024-5-january-2025?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

3d | Symfony
Show HN: Struggle with CSS Flexbox? This Playground Is for You

Experiment with different flex properties to understand how they affect layout. Adjust the controls below to see changes in real-time and copy the generated CSS code.


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42600586

Points: 32

# Comments: 10

https://yoavsbg.github.io/css-flexbox-playground/

Find out who’s behind any phone number with this free lookup tool

I don’t know about you, but practically every time my phone rings, my heart rate starts skyrocketing.

Who the hell could be calling me? What in the world do they want? And why, for the love of all things sacred, isn’t their name showing up on the screen?!

It’s that last part that’s especially unsettling. Despite all the fancy-schmancy smarts these allegedly smart devices of ours possess, we still seem to get an annoying amount of random calls from numbers we don’t know an

‘This app saved our business’: Small businesses are bracing for a TikTok ban

As the clock ticks closer to a U.S. ban on TikTok, small businesses are bracing for the loss of an app that has, in many cases, proven vital for their success.

Millions of small businesses use the short-video social media app to help them grow their business in a multitude of ways. From helping to grow a customer base and selling goods directly from the app to advertising and marketing, TikTok has

 NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Sunday, January 5 (game #574)

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-5-january-2025