How do we determine the most suitable illustration style? How should illustrations complement and reflect your corporate identity? What will resonate most with your target audience? And regarding the content, what type of illustration would best enhance it, and how would it work for the age range it is primarily for? Thomas Bohm shares insightful examples and discusses the key qualities of effective illustrations, emphasizing the importance of understanding your audience. https://smashingmagazin
DJI continues its streak of innovative (and highly leaked) drones with the launch of the
The UK's Competition and Market's Authority (CMA) has launched an antitrust investigation into Google's search services, following similar steps from the likes of Japan, the
Motorola has refreshed its budget Moto G and Moto G Power phones. The two 5G handsets have larger displays than last year's models with a 0.1-inch bump to 6.7 inches and 6.8 inches, respectively. Both have a high-brightness mode that reaches 1,000 nits to help make the screens more visible in bright daylight. They have a 120Hz r
I recently came back from a trip and the whole journey home I had one goal: find an outlet. My phone was at about 30 percent by the time I got to the airport, so I searched for outlets across the terminal and then worried about finding access on the train back home. All of this stress was simply because I didn't bring my Anker Nano Power Bank with m
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In 2018, after decades of research and tens of millions in funding, Russian astronauts attached a wildlife-tracking receiver to the exterior of the International Space Station (ISS). The device received data from tagged animals across the planet an
Eindhoven-based startup Photon IP has raised €4.75mn in seed funding as it looks to scale up its unique method for creating energy-efficient photonic chips. AI systems, data centres, fibre-optic networks, and even some sensors rely on p
More than half of knowledge workers now use generative AI weekly, according to a recent piece of research from Asana’s Work Innovation Lab, in partnership with Anthropic. The study also found that takeup ramped up by 44% over nine months in 2024. And those who
Yes, there's still time to earn interest on the money you're tucking away. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/give-your-savings-a-boost-with-apys-over-4-todays-savings-rates-for-jan-14-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Today's CD rate are likely the highest you'll find for a while. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/lock-in-up-to-4-65-apy-while-you-still-can-todays-cd-rates-jan-14-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The live co-editing feature has been years in the works and highly requested by Photoshop users, Adobe confirmed to CNET. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/soon-youll-be-able-to-edit-photoshop-projects-at-the-same-time-as-others/#ftag=CADf328eec
The world's biggest tech show may be all packed up, but we're going to keep seeing many of these products and ideas all year. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/these-35-concepts-and-products-still-stick-with-us-after-ces-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The next round of Social Security Disability Insurance checks is headed your way. Here's when you'll get it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/ssdi-january-2025-heres-when-youll-get-your-check/#ftag=CADf328eec
A new sports-focused live bundle of streaming channels has arrived... from DirecTV. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/directvs-mysports-package-looks-a-lot-like-venu-sports-for-70-per-month/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't rinse all that hard-fought tooth protection away with a few swishes of water. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/want-a-dazzling-smile-stop-rinsing-after-brushing/#ftag=CADf328eec
Set aside a little time now to set up your iPhone right, and save yourself a lot of time later. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/new-year-new-ios-change-these-8-ios-18-2-settings-on-your-iphone-first/#ftag=CADf328eec
I've been cooking meal kits nonstop for five years and have learned how to make a subscription work hard for me. These are the biggest mistakes people make when choosing and cooking meal kits. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/winter-is-meal-kit-season-here-are-7-mistakes-to-avoid-with-your-subscription/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hello, my friend. Stay awhile and play these games. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-the-original-diablo-ufc-5-and-more-on-xbox-game-pass-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can watch the first seven episodes of the galactic adventure now if you need to get caught up. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-to-watch-star-wars-skeleton-crew-finale-disney-plus/#ftag=CADf328eec
Looking for an all-in-one PC that's bigger than the 24-inch iMac? Then check out HP's AIO with a roomy 31.5-inch display powered by an RTX 4050 GPU. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/hp-omnistudio-x-review-big-bright-all-in-one-backed-by-nvidia-graphics-brawn/#ftag=CADf328eec
We could see an Oblivion remake as early as June, latest leaks suggest.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/leak-suggests-an-oblivion-remake-is-set-to-launch-soon
Bixby could get a major overhaul alongside the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25.
Ringo Starr's 1970s studio recorder is being auctioned online –you've got 'til February 2 to bid!
This Amazfit camera watches you eat and then tracks your meals, calories, and more.
YouTube is testing AI conversation tools.
Firefly Bulk Create is Adobe’s answer to letting you resize or change the backgrounds of thousands of images.
Assassins Creed Shadows' first expansion has seemingly leaked ahead of the game's official release.
If you've got an LG TV from 2021 onwards, your smart TV interface may be getting an upgrade.
Intel is becoming a strong contender within the budget GPU market with the Arc B580, and its counterpart has taken it a step further.
Windows 10 update is the gift that keeps on giving – if you enjoy an update repeatedly installing itself over and over.
New AI tech regulations are designed to enhance national security, but have been branded as a competition stifling measure to keep the US ahead.
Nissan creates a one-off electrified R32 GT-R Skyline to safeguard the legacy of an automotive icon.
2024 PC shipments see a major rise, with Lenovo accounting for nearly one in four desktops or laptops sold .
Samsung’s trade-in program has just been improved, with better terms and year-round eligibility
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently indicated AI might claim coding jobs from engineers in 2025. He admitted the approach might be expensive but it'll get more efficient over time with the mid-level AI engineers writing code for apps and AI.
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/mark-zuckerberg-ai-engineers-might-claim-coding-jobs
Microsoft is working on a new project called Phoenix. The project will revamp Microsoft Edge's look and feel to align with Windows 11's modern appeal and aesthetics.
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Modders create an Oregon Trail Time Machine to determine if the game can be beaten by waiting impossible spans of tim
SpacemiT's VitalStone V100 has 64-cores, but its single-thread performance is comparable to that of 2011 processors.
Sailesh Kottapalli to lead development of Qualcomm's server processors.
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Next week, Samsung will reveal its next family of Galaxy phones. Not the foldables, no, but the traditional S series devices. Going on track record, we c
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New year, new lunar lander: this time, from Firefly Aerospace on its first mission to the moon.
The Blue Ghost Lunar Lander Mission 1, dubbed “Ghost Rider in the Sky,” is set to launch on January 15 atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center for a 60-day operation to Mare Crisium, a 300-mile-wide b
Artificial intelligence was everywhere at CES in 2025, but in the coming months, it’s going to be a more permanent part of the Las Vegas landscape.
This March will see the soft opening of the Otonomus Hotel, which strives to be different than your typical Vegas hotel room or suit
WordPress co-founder speculates that lawsuit could end with closure of WordPress
The post Mullenweg Says Lawsuits Could End WordPress appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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Winning enterprise SEO clients isn’t just about technical brilliance – it’s about understanding their planning cycles, building trust, and aligning with their priorities.
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Lyzogenní viry, jako je třeba lidský HSV-1, rafinovaně číhají uvnitř napadených buněk, netečné, ale také velmi dobře chráněné proti imunitnímu systému. Pokud to jde s hostitelem z kopce, lyzogenní virus to „pozná,“ a zahájí útěk do dalších hostitelů. Přepne se do lytického cyklu, ve kterém napadenou buňku bez milosti zlikviduje. Spouštěčem může být třeba rána do hlavy. http://www.osel.cz/13868-pomsta-sipkove-ruzenky-rany-do-hlavy-muze-probudit-spici-viry.html
This viral skin care trick has everyone slathering Vaseline on their faces for a radiant look. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/the-secret-k-beauty-skin-care-hack-for-a-winter-glow/#ftag=CADf328eec
RCS delivers greater engagement, efficiency, and trust as a more dynamic version of SMS.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/rcs-vs-sms-what-is-the-difference-between-the-two-for-businesses
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series will reportedly start shipping to those who pre-order on January 31.
Nominet says criminals abused zero-day in an Ivanti VPN.
Want a Blackwell GPU to pep up cheaper gaming laptops? Here’s some good news – Nvidia’s RTX 5050 has been spotted (but not in a gaming notebook).
Daredevil: Born Again actor Vincent D'Onofrio has revealed why its first trailer hasn't been released yet.
Rebel Wolves has officially unveiled its debut game, The Blood of Dawnwalker.
Capgemini report reveals businesses are aware of AI’s environmental damage, but it still ranks low in terms of focus.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/businesses-are-slowly-waking-up-to-the-environmental-effects-of-gen-ai
Xbox Developer Direct's mystery game could be the return of a 'legendary' Japanese franchise with 'decades of history'.
You’ve probably heard the statistics about indoor air being more polluted than outdoor air. Cleaning products, pet dander, cooking emissions off-gassing furniture and decor — they all contribute. Letting in fresh air from outside is the quickest way to clear things up, but if that’s not possible — due to wildfires, extreme weather
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Not all of this is like absolutely brand spanking new just-dropped-in-2024 stuff. Some of it is, but generally it’s relatively new stuff that’s all pretty great. I’m pointing things out that I think are really worth knowing about. It’s possible you haven’t kept up too much with HTML developments as it tends to, rightfully, move a lot slower than CSS or JavaScript. https://webdesignernews.com/things-you-should-know-about-html-heading-into-2025/
This article is your guide to screen reader testing—a practical, essential step in building accessible websites. Whether you’re a developer, designer, or project manager, you’ll learn how to integrate screen reader testing into your workflow and create experiences that work for all users, with no exceptions. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-conduct-accessibility-testing-with-screen-readers/
Even if you read the modern React documentation, it can be confusing considering all the visuals. https://webdesignernews.com/how-reacts-render-effects-and-refs-work-under-the-hood/
The best and worst thing about solo development is the “solo” part. There’s a lot of freedom in working alone, and that freedom can be inspiring, but it can also become a debilitating hindrance to productivity and progress. Victor Ayomipo shares his personal lessons on what it takes to navigate solo development and build the “right” app. https://webdesignernews.com/solo-development-learning-to-let-go-of-perfection/
More people than ever are using design in their daily work. By making our tools and processes more inclusive, we can empower everyone to practice design with confidence—regardless of their title. https://webdesignernews.com/design-a-definition-that-needs-to-grow/
A recent study from Patchstack found that 97% of detected WordPress security vulnerabilities came from WordPress plugins. Here’s what you need to know to keep your website safe while using plugins. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-handle-a-compromised-wordpress-plugin/
These pillars for practical GenAI implementation can help businesses simplify this complex technology.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/five-pillars-for-practical-genai-implementation
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TikTok’s future in the United States now lies in the hands of the Supreme Court, and the odds don’t look good for the app.
The ban is officially slated for January 19, 2025, when the app could vanish from app stores, leaving new users unable to download it. What happens beyond that remains uncertain, but the