Microsoft is slowly launching Copilot Vision in preview, a version of Copilot that “reads over your shoulder” as you browse the web, to Copilot Pro subscribers today.
Microsoft is pitching Copilot Vision as a collaborative assistant that works along with you as you browse the Internet. Vision was part of a suite of
The perfect day-to-day laptop is one that has a good processor, plenty of RAM, and lots of storage space for all your files. Well, this HP Envy x360 2-in-1 laptop that checks all those boxes is on sale for just $650 at
Although I’ve been reviewing streaming devices for about a decade now, Samsung TVs have always been a blind spot.
I’ve never owned a Samsung TV until this past week, when I was bitten by the Black Friday OLED bug and installed one in my basement. And while I’d normally prefer an external streaming device over Samsung’s built-in smart TV software, the HDMI i
Sean Hodgins has created a Raspberry Pi-powered mask that's comprised of matrix panels that can play videos and display images of any face you want.
A UK research team built carbon-14 diamond batteries that could potentially deliver power for thousands of years.
Half of Hongjun Microelectronics Technology’s 300 workers might be fired after the server CPU firm lost access to TSMC’s 7nm node.
3DMark adds a DirectStorage feature test benchmark.
Valve has published branding guidelines which make its intentions to deliver SteamOS 3 to a wide range of third party hardware platforms clearer than ever.
If TSMC reaches a deal with Nvidia, it could reportedly produce Nvidia's Blackwell GPUs at its Fab 21 in Arizona.
The GeForce Experience app won't receive updates anymore.
We've got a little bit longer to wait until Secret Level, the gaming-inspired animated anthology series f
You know that feeling when the snow is falling outside but you're inside curled up or cooking something warm as music plays around you? That movie moment is reason enough to invest in a good speaker but, by invest, I mean shop a great deal on one of our favorite Bluetooth speakers for 2024.
Bitcoin has passed the $100,000 threshold for the first time. At approximately 9:39PM ET this evening, the cryptocurrency’s value hit six figures, moving it past the milestone for the first time in its nearly 16-year history. As of the morning of December 5th, the price has stayed well above that $100,000 mark, and Bitcoin's value has generally been steadily increasing over the past month or so. That's no guarante
Oura is moving a respiratory sickness detection feature out of beta and rolling it out to Ring Gen 3 and Ring 4 wearers. Users with an active subscription should be able to take advantage of
It's Thursday, which means that Epic Games has a fresh pair of PC games on its storefront for folks to claim for free. One of this week's options is a humdinger. Until 11AM on December 12, you can snap up Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga for exactly zero dollars.
This is easily the best Lego game I've played, and probably the best Star Wars tit
Samsung’s One UI 7 operating system is finally out in the wild, albeit in a beta format. The updated UI focuses a lot of its improvements on security and privacy, which is never a bad thing in today’s world.
If you’re an Android user, today is your lucky day; Google has announced a swath of new AI features for the entire ecosystem. Broadly speaking, the features make Android devices more accessible, but there’s something here for everyone.
For instance, one of the new enhancements, Expressive Captions, automatically generates subtitles that attempt to capture the emotion and inten
Microsoft is rolling out a preview for one of the experimental AI features it previewed in October. Copilot Vision, which scans your web browsing and has a chat with you about it, is available for testing in Copilot Labs.
Copilot Vision has strict limits, at least at first. It only works in Microsoft Edge and only on “a select s
Meta is expanding its feature that helps users avoid “Facebook jail.” Earlier this year, the company began allowing Facebook creators to complete in-app “educational training” for first-time rule violations in order to avoid strikes on their accounts. Now, the company is expanding the feature to all Facebook users and opening it up to creators on Instagram.
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Gitingest is a open-source micro dev-tool that I made over the last week.
It turns any public Github repository into a text extract that you can give to your favourite LLM easily.
Today I added this url trick to make it even easier to use!
How I use it myself: - Quickly generate a README.md boilerplate for a project - Ask LLMs questions about an undocumented codebase
It is still very much work in progress and I plan to add many more options (file size limits, exclude patterns..) and
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The largest artificial intelligence data center ever built by Facebook’s parent company Meta is coming to northeast Louisiana, the company said Wednesday, bringing hopes that the $10 billion
A pair of European satellites rocketed into orbit Thursday on the first mission to create artificial solar eclipses through fancy formation flying in space.
Each fake eclipse should la
Peloton wants to help you reach your fitness goals for as little as $1 a month. https://www.cnet.com/health/peloton-strength-plus-app-is-here-to-make-resistance-training-easier-to-follow/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: Apple's virtual helper could be the thread that connects its future products. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/why-apples-future-could-depend-on-siri/#ftag=CADf328eec
Experts say Trump's proposed economic agenda could prevent mortgage rates from falling. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rates-and-trump-what-homebuyers-can-expect-in-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Mortgage rates fell this week. But if tomorrow's data show a still-strong labor market, rates could reverse course. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/home-loan-rates-fall-mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-dec-5-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
The release of November's employment report could determine where mortgage refinance rates go to end the year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/refi-rates-tick-even-lower-todays-refinance-rates-dec-5-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Ninja Woodfire Pro XL is available in four different colors and comes with a free temperature probe. https://www.cnet.com/deals/qvc-cyber-sale-shaves-100-plus-from-ninja-woodfire-pro-xl-3-in-1-grill/#ftag=CADf328eec
Huawei's D2 can do one thing that all of its rivals can't. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/this-smartwatch-doubles-as-a-blood-pressure-cuff-i-got-to-try-it-out/#ftag=CADf328eec
To figure out what a realistic fitness New Year's resolution actually is, we spoke with experts to get their take. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/how-to-set-realistic-fitness-goals-according-to-experts/#ftag=CADf328eec
The first new Pentax film camera in more than 20 years is a fascinating anachronism in 2024... and that's awesome. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/pentax-17-film-camera-review-a-new-film-camera-in-2024-seriously/#ftag=CADf328eec
Complete Solar offers high-quality products, but price transparency is limited, and customer reviews are mixed. Learn more about the company and your solar options. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/complete-solar-review-quality-hardware-but-limited-transparency/#ftag=CADf328eec
With this Woot offer, you're getting three months of access to over 500 games, online multiplayer and more for just $29 total. https://www.cnet.com/deals/3-months-xbox-game-pass-ultimate-woot-deal/#ftag=CADf328eec
The three-pack price has dropped by $400 before throwing in a free additional Eero Max 7 worth $600 for free. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-1000-on-a-4-pack-of-eero-max-7-mesh-wi-fi-routers-with-this-1-day-best-buy-deal/#ftag=CADf328eec
You don't have to pay full price for a flagship phone upgrade. These deals prove it. https://www.cnet.com/deals/unlocked-galaxy-s24-phones-start-as-low-as-400-in-this-pre-christmas-blowout/#ftag=CADf328eec
Cornell chicken enjoys icon status in upstate New York and some consider it the gold standard. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-legendary-chicken-recipe-was-penned-by-a-cornell-professor-of-poultry/#ftag=CADf328eec
BioWare has released a standalone version of Dragon Age: The Veilguard's character creator.
Two Squid Game Xbox controllers have been revealed as part of a new Netflix collaboration.
The Chinese cyber-espionage campaign seems to be a lot bigger than anyone initially predicted.
Bloomberg first shared the FTC’s broad investigation into Microsoft, and that’s exactly how Microsoft found out.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-says-it-found-out-about-ftc-probe-by-watching-the-news
McIntosh's compact amp is a powerful performer
Meta’s one-mile-long data center will cost it $10 billion, and it won’t be operational until at least 2030.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/meta-is-spending-billions-on-a-new-us-data-center
Oura's App is about to get a huge new feature that could identify symptoms of respiratory issues through an early morning scan.
AMPLYFI's CEO Paul Teather discusses how companies today operate in a world defined by information overload.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/trust-in-ai-and-the-future-of-information-gathering
Jake Madders, CEO of Hyve Managed Hosting discusses how cloud strategies enable successful AI integration.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/bridging-the-gap-between-cloud-readiness-and-ai-integration
The ongoing attack on US telecom companies from the China-linked Salt Typhoon group may be one of the largest in US history. Here's all you need to know to stay safe.
Windows 11's weather widget may list temperatures of up to 30,000 Fahrenheit due to a bug. The issue also appears to affect other weather graphics powered by Microsoft.
The Legend of Baboo, a heartwarming story of a boy and a dog fighting a demonic invasion with mythology from Turkish folklore, has a new teaser trailer showcasing gameplay.
With Path of Exile 2 launching soon, Diablo 4 devotees are pushing back on the notion that it spells doom for Blizzard and, rather, brings innovation to both games.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/a-diablo-fan-rooting-for-path-of-exile-2
Recently updated branding from Valve suggests third-party hardware running SteamOS could be happening.
I’ve been a keyboard nut for a long time. I build mechanical keyboards on my own, soldering iron and all. And I love the excessive way you can customize them, with wireless or
If you need a laptop without the portability, a mini PC is exactly what you’re looking for — small, powerful, and affordable. For example, this Beelink EQR5 mini PC is on sale for $279 on Amazon. That’s the cheapest it’s ever been, 23 percent off its original $359 MSRP, and
On Wednesday, Bitcoin's price exceeded $100,000, marking a significant achievement for a digital asset once dismissed as a passing trend.
xAI to scale the Colossus supercomputer to one million processors, which could create the most powerful machine in the world.
Lumafield CT scanned the O.MG USB-C cable and discovered hidden advanced electronics with a sinister purpose.
Tom Peterson confirms that Intel's hardware division is working on Druid "Xe4" GPUs as the software team optimizes Celestial "Xe3" for launch next year.
Uber is rebranding its local delivery service, formerly Uber Connect, in time for the holidays. Launched in 2020, it now has a name that better clarifies its purpose: Uber Courier.
The service launched with support for sending and receiving items to and from local addresses. Since then, it’s
After nearly a decade, Master & Dynamic has updated a classic. The company’s new ME05 wired earphones take the familiar formula from the original, like an elegant brass design with audiophile sound. But the new model is more compatible with today’s (headphone-jack-less) mobile devices with a bundled USB-C adapter (with DAC). Fortunately, the 2024 model costs the same $199 as its now-dis
Telegram is taking a significant step to reduce child sexual abuse material (CSAM), partnering with the International Watch Foundation (IWF) four months after the former's founder and CEO Pavel Durov was arrested. The French authorities issued
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An interview snapshot is a way to organize your thinking as research sessions are happening, setting you up for smoother, less stressful analysis later on. There’s no wrong way to use it, and we have a customizable template to get you going. https://webdesignernews.com/why-an-interview-snapshot-streamlines-ux-research-analysis-2/
Web design is more than skin-deep. It’s about crafting digital experiences that resonate with users. Psychology is the secret ingredient to effective web design. By understanding how users think and behave online, designers can create interfaces that are not only visually appealing but also emotionally engaging. https://webdesignernews.com/psychological-principles-for-effective-web-design-2/
We often see websites left untouched for years, resulting in a stagnant online presence that no longer represents a business or brand, this often leads to poor user engagement and low conversion rates. This can then lead to costly overhaul projects that could have been avoided with regular updates. A website doesn’t necessarily need rebuilding every few years; it just needs to evolve alongside your business. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-ensure-your-website-evolves-with-your-business-2/
As UX designers, one of the most valuable tools in our toolkit is the skill to validate our design decisions with user research. It’s invaluable to making quality design decisions. https://webdesignernews.com/never-skip-research-day/
When we embarked on our journey with Base we were excited by the challenge of supporting diverse platforms — from Base Mobile to Base Web. Each platform came with its own set of native components and frameworks, and our ambitious goal was to unify them under a single, seamless system. https://webdesignernews.com/rethinking-layout-for-scalability/
On the internet, people go viral for all kinds of reasons. Sometimes, for the wrong ones.
LOLCows are one example of the internet’s darker sense of humor. While not a new term, an “LOLCow” is a “a person you get extensive laughs from, who doesn’t know they are being made fun of,” according to Urban Dictionary. In other words, a person being milked for “lols” or laughs. “They can often think they are a
A top White House official on Wednesday said at least eight U.S. telecom firms and dozens of nations have been impacted by a Chinese hacking campaign.
Deputy national security adviser Anne Neuberger offered new details about the breadth of the
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co is in discussions with Nvidia Corp to produce its Blackwell artificial intelligence chips at the contract manufacturer’s new plant in
Learn how metadata on photos can boost your website's rankings in search engine results in this week's Ask An SEO.
The post Ask An SEO: How Does The Metadata On Photos Help Increase Rankings? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/ask-an-seo-how-metadata-on-photos-help-increase-ran
Wondering how to go about creating an LLM that understands your custom data? Start here. https://stackoverflow.blog/2024/12/05/four-approaches-to-creating-a-specialized-llm/
Some major mortgage rates declined. Lower mortgage rates could bring positive news to the housing market in 2024. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/home-loan-rates-fall-mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-dec-5-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Multiple important refinance rates fell. Refinancing makes sense if you can get a lower interest rate on your home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-tick-even-lower-todays-refinance-rates-dec-5-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Week 14 of the NFL season kicks off shortly with an NFC North clash between Green Bay and Detroit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/thursday-night-football-how-to-watch-stream-packers-vs-lions-tonight-on-prime-video/#ftag=CADf328eec
You could have money out there waiting to be claimed. Here's how to find it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/investing/are-you-missing-a-401k-this-new-federal-database-can-help-you-find-lost-retirement-plans/#ftag=CADf328eec
Act fast to nab this great discount on an essential device for pet owners. https://www.cnet.com/deals/keep-your-furry-friends-fuzz-free-this-holiday-season-with-45-off-this-pet-grooming-kit-and-vacuum/#ftag=CADf328eec
Subscribers can play these games this month and in January. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-final-fantasy-and-more-this-holiday-season-on-apple-arcade/#ftag=CADf328eec
Fussy as it may seem, compact immersion brewing is great for making small amounts of precise coffee. We break down the most popular styles in this beginner's guide. https://www.cnet.com/news/immersion-brewers-are-the-darlings-of-the-coffee-world-heres-how-they-work/#ftag=CADf328eec
Snag this handy portable 3-port charger with a 27,650-mAh capacity for just $100 at Woot -- and get it delivered by Christmas. https://www.cnet.com/deals/never-run-out-of-charge-again-with-this-anker-prime-250-watt-power-bank-for-80-off/#ftag=CADf328eec
A huge 72% discount drops these Yamaha earbuds to just $79, available in four colors. https://www.cnet.com/deals/yamahas-tw-e7b-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-have-fallen-in-price-by-more-than-200/#ftag=CADf328eec
Skullcandy makes stylish headphones that sound great, and you can save big on them for a limited time. https://www.cnet.com/deals/skullcandy-headphones-and-earbuds-are-up-to-51-off-ahead-of-the-holidays/#ftag=CADf328eec
Black Friday is over but Best Buy is still serving up offers like this massive TCL TV for $330. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-buy-24-hour-flash-sale-lops-220-off-this-stunning-65-inch-tcl-4k-tv/#ftag=CADf328eec
They turn out as crispy as those made in the oven but in a quarter of the time. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-15-minute-baked-potato-hack-is-a-spud-lovers-dream/#ftag=CADf328eec
The VPN provider introduced more than twice as many server locations and a new Double Hop VPN feature. Here's all you need to know.
https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/ipvanish-doubles-up-in-security-and-usability
Here's when the Fortnite Godzilla skin is coming out, as well as some info on how to unlock it once it does.
Windows 11’s Microsoft Store will soon be able to update third-party apps, making it easier to manage updates for installed apps.