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For less than a standard Xbox controller, the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma has fully remappable buttons and 40% faster latency than any current controller made by Xbox.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/this-controller-is-literally-faster-than-anything-created-by-xbox

The ZenWiFi BT10 offers a nice balance of software features and performance.

https://www.tomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-zenwifi-bt10-wi-fi-7-mesh-router-review

The upcoming HP Omen 16 Max will feature Intel's next-gen Arrow Lake HX CPU and Nvidia's RTX 5080 mobile GPU

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/nvidia-rtx-5080-mobile-powered-hp-omen-16-max-leaks-ahead-of-ces-2025-listing-mentions-a-tasty-new-intel-arrow-lake-hx-cpu-too

Minisforum introduced its MDSA156 portable dual monitor, which comes with two 15.6-inch screens stacked on top of each other.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/portable-monitors/minisforum-launches-portable-dual-monitor-at-usd231-single-usb-c-cable-connectivity-option-boosts-the-twin-15-6-inch-fhd-screen-clamshells-appeal

Enjoy the 2024 holiday poem from the editors of Tom's Hardware.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/twas-the-night-before-toms-christmas-2024

An alleged box art of GALAX's RTX 5080 has surfaced online.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/alleged-galax-geforce-rtx-5080-box-art-surfaces-online-preceding-next-months-ces-2025-debut

Honda and Nissan have officially confirmed the rumors that they're pursuing a merger. Both would still operate under their brands but with a new joint holding company as parent. If Nissan-controlled Mitsubishi a

Hyundai is offering select EV buyers a free CCS to NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapter so that they can charge current models at Tesla's Supercharger stations. That will allow owners to charge CCS-port Hyundai models at Tesla's 20,000 strong Supercharger network, once shipping starts in Q1 2025. 

Hyundai is offering the free adapter to owners of 2024 and earlier Kona Electric, Ioniq

If you're traveling for the holidays today, I hope you're not flying on American Airlines. As of this morning, the airline said on X that all of its flights were currently grounded, with no current time table for when flights will resume.

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Even as the latest phones and wearables tout speech recognition with unprecedented accuracy and spatial computing products flirt with replacing tablets and laptops, physical keyboards remain beloved for their efficiency. Earlier this year, for example, sci-fi novelist Robert J. Sawyer created a comprehensive archive of files that enables modern PCs to run WordStar 7, the DOS program’s final version. He favors the once-dominant word processo

One of the most pleasant surprises about this year’s best new apps have nothing to do with AI.

While AI tools are a frothy area for big tech companies and venture capitalists, there’s plenty of app innovation happening outside of that arena, in categories such as productivity, social media, and streaming music.

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Staying ahead has never been more crucial. Explore these actionable strategies and tactics to ensure your success in the new age of search.

The post 10 Strategic SEO Insights & Tactical Advice For 2025 And Beyond appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/strategic-seo-insights-tactical-advice/533663/

Several important refinance rates were higher this week, making it harder to find a lower rate on a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-refinance-rates-move-higher-mortgage-refinance-rates-for-dec-24-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some banks are quietly lowering savings rates before the year ends, but experts still recommend this account. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/savings-rates-are-still-over-4-but-that-could-change-next-year-todays-savings-rates-dec-24-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

A handful of major mortgage rates inched up. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/home-loan-rates-inch-higher-for-borrowers-todays-mortgage-rates-for-dec-24-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

In 2025, try this method to make goals and stick to them. https://www.cnet.com/health/tired-abandoning-new-years-resolution-try-this-instead/#ftag=CADf328eec

Want to earn a higher yield on your savings? Consider opening one of these CDs. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/act-now-and-lock-in-apys-above-4-on-your-cash-todays-cd-rates-dec-24-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Whether your 2025 new year's resolution is to focus on your physical, mental or financial health, these apps can help set you on a path to success. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/these-are-the-best-apps-to-kick-start-your-2025-new-years-resolution/#ftag=CADf328eec

Two new packages were found on PyPI stealing data and granting access.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/more-malicious-python-packages-are-on-the-loose-experts-warn

Sega CEO says the company won't be making more mini retro consoles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/gaming-industry/sega-ceo-confirms-the-company-wont-be-making-more-mini-retro-consoles-like-a-potential-dreamcast-mini

Netflix releases teaser of new Robert De Niro-starring thriller series Zero Day.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/netflixs-zero-day-teaser-is-the-first-time-ive-seen-robert-de-niro-starring-in-a-tv-series

Xerox is buying Lexmark in $1.5 billion deal which could build a printer giant capable of taking on HP.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/xerox-buys-lexmark-for-usd1-5-billion-to-build-us-printer-giant-capable-of-rivaling-hp

Max has renewed its DC animated series Creature Commandos for season 2.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hbo-max/max-confirms-more-monster-mayhem-after-renewing-the-dc-animated-series-creature-commandos-for-season-2

Hock Tan dismisses an idea to acquire Intel, as Broadcom still has to devour VMware.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/broadcom-has-no-interest-in-buying-intel-ceo-says-no-one-asked

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Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2024/dec/24/paris-to-berlin-by-train-faster-service-via-strasbourg

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Article URL: https://www.cfodive.com/news/intel-shareholders-yank-exceo-cfo-compensation-foundry/736193/

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Build interactive, engaging web interfaces with CSS anchor positioning and popover elements. Create tooltips, hover cards, or overlays anchored to an element with only a few lines of CSS and HTML—no JavaScript or complex layouts required. https://webdesignernews.com/re-imagine-the-web-with-css-anchor-positioning/

Design leaders are expected to deliver the impossible. Instead of trying, we need to redefine our role from implementor to enabler. https://webdesignernews.com/the-design-leader-dilemma/

Over the past decade, Ian Frost and I have created design token systems for dozens of organizations — including some of the largest organizations in the world — to help them power their multi-product, multi-brand, multi-platform, multi-generation, Multi-All-The-Things product landscapes. https://webdesignernews.com/introducing-subatomic-the-complete-guide-to-design-tokens/

Sidebars are a staple in UI design, acting as essential navigational tools that help users explore and interact with an app or website. Typically found as vertical panels on the left or right side of the screen, sidebars provide quick access to key sections like dashboards, settings, or user profiles. Their primary role is to improve usability by organizing links and tools in one easily accessible space, so users don’t... https://webdesignernews.com/designing-sidebars-a-step-by-step-tutorial/

So Nottingham-based agency Atomic, which designed and built the app, were surprised and delighted when it drove around 100,000 downloads in its first seven days and topped the App Store’s travel chart. https://webdesignernews.com/how-atomics-center-parcs-app-is-transforming-guest-experiences/

During the holidays, we’re releasing some highlights from a year full of conversations with developers and technologists. Enjoy! We’ll see you in 2025. https://stackoverflow.blog/2024/12/24/how-developer-jobs-and-the-job-market-changed-in-2024/

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Across Europe, skills shortages are emerging as a key challenge. The Council of the European Union says this is driven by demographic change, demand for new skillsets, and poor working conditions in some sectors. Adding to that, a recent report highlighted that

Artificial intelligence (AI) makes important decisions that affect our everyday lives. These decisions are implemented by firms and institutions in the name of efficiency. They can help determine who gets into college, who lands a job, who receives medical treatm

Exploring high-speed data at the world’s coldest frontier, RUVDS aims for Antarctic breakthrough after North Pole test.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/russian-hosting-firm-ruvds-takes-server-tech-to-the-south-pole-for-high-speed-data-tests-in-extreme-conditions

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Řetěz Pf přání, které dojdou na adresu ja(zavinutec)osel.cz budeme postupně doplňovat.
http://www.osel.cz/13834-radostne-vanoce-i-novy-rok.html

Lingkong Tianxing Technology poslali na špici rakety testovací letoun s pohonem JinDou400. Při letu velkou rychlostí využívá detonační spalování paliva. Při testu se vyšplhal do výšky 19 812 metrů a dosáhl rychlosti Mach 4. Připravovaný nadzvukový dopravní letoun Yunxing by měl s tímto pohonem vzlétnout v roce 2027. http://www.osel.cz/13835-cinsky-detonacni-ramjet-jindou400-rozbouril-oblohu-rychlosti-mach-4.html

The Commerce, Defense and Justice Departments are reportedly investigating the Chinese company over security concerns. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/tp-link-routers-could-be-banned-next-year-are-they-actually-dangerous/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,284 for Dec. 24. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-24-1284/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 92 for Dec. 24. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-24-92/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 562 for Dec. 24. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-24-562/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for the Dec. 24 Strands puzzle, No. 296. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-24-296/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 24. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-tuesday-dec-24/#ftag=CADf328eec

OpenAI and Arizona State University deploy ChatGPT Edu to teaching, research, and more on campus.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/ai-educators-are-coming-to-this-school-and-its-part-of-a-trend

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From ancient grains to new technology, here's what celebrity chefs predict will be big in the coming year. https://www.cnet.com/news/cooking-trends-you-can-expect-in-2025-according-to-6-world-famous-chefs/#ftag=CADf328eec

5 Meta Quest VR games you must play

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/must-play-meta-quest-vr-games-under-usd20

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The beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury was sued for violating Illinois privacy laws and is paying out nearly $3 million to those affected. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/this-charlotte-tilbury-privacy-class-action-settlement-is-still-open-are-you-eligible/#ftag=CADf328eec

Are you part of the 70,000 people who have their Social Security benefits terminated each year? Here's how it happens. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/four-ways-you-could-lose-your-social-security-benefits/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Cyberpunk 2077 crossover is going to bring a little Night City to the island. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/keanu-reeves-johnny-silverhands-is-coming-to-fornite/#ftag=CADf328eec

Your student loans may feel out of your hands. Here's how you can retake control of this debt. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/im-a-student-loan-expert-here-are-5-steps-you-should-take-now-and-1-thing-not-to-do/#ftag=CADf328eec

We have some questions

https://www.techradar.com/computing/social-media/x-ceo-linda-yaccarino-is-keynoting-at-ces-2025-but-dont-expect-any-answers

The Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 33mk4 is built for demanding environments and offers enhanced performance for mobile workers in tough conditions.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/this-new-rugged-panasonic-2-in-1-tablet-with-13th-gen-intel-processors-5g-connectivity-and-a-12-inch-qhd-display-is-designed-for-mobile-professionals

Want the best Santa Tracker and to play some fun games through Norad or Google? We're live-blogging Santa's movements as he ventures out from the North Pole

https://www.techradar.com/news/live/santa-tracker-2024-live

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-24-december-2024

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-24-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-24-december-2024

A German retailer has leaked two Acer Predator Orion 7000 high-end gaming PCs, each pairing an Intel Core Ultra CPU with a 50-series NVIDIA RTX GPU. The price tags seem to suggest the next generation of PC gaming is going to hit consumers where it hurts the most—their wallets.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/oops-acers-upcoming-predator-orion-7000pcs

From gift cards to streaming services, these digital gifts can be purchased and delivered at any time, even on Christmas Day.

https://www.tomshardware.com/gift-guides-seasonal-sales/no-more-time-for-deliveries-last-minute-gift-ideas-for-the-techie-in-your-life

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The world of enterprise tech is built on sturdy foundations. For decades, systems of record—the databases, customer relationship management (CRM), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms we’re all intimately familiar with—have served as reliable pillars underpinning every major business. Vendors selling them have become household names and the technology is a core component of how enterprises operate, scale, and report. They’ve embedded themselves, seemingly immovably, into how the

Bluesky has seen its user base soar since the U.S. presidential election, boosted by people seeking refuge from Elon Musk’s X, which they view as increasingly leaning too far to the right given

Discover Microsoft Ads' new multi-format campaigns for Audience ads. Simplify ad management by combining native, display, and video formats in one campaign.

The post Microsoft Launches Multi-Format Campaigns for Audience Ads appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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