


The Sword & Shield of Monster Hunter Wilds is a beginner-friendly yet complex weapon with many mechanics and moves to master.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/monster-hunter-wilds-guide-how-to-use-the-sword-and-shield

Monster Hunter Wilds is a very complex game with many systems and mechanics that can be overwhelming for new players to understand. Here's what you should know.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/7-things-i-wish-i-knew-before-playing-monster-hunter-wilds

It was one of my most anticipated games of 2025, but the latest Monster Hunter sacrificed too much of the series’ iconic features.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/monster-hunter-wilds-refuses-the-player-any-real-danger

If your laptop is running low on storage space, don’t fret just yet. There are ways to expand your storage, and I’m not even talking about installing a new drive inside the machine. (That’s an option, but it can be a lot of work… or near impossible on some machines.)

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Article URL: https://kzakka.com/robopianist/#demo
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43192751
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Yope is the latest photo-sharing app vying to take on Instagram and TikTok.
The pitch? A hybrid of a private Instagram and a group chat. While WhatsApp and Snapchat allow for group messaging and Instagram offers private accounts, Yope blends the best of both—creating a space where users can share photos exclusively with their chosen circles.
Launched in September 2024, Yope has grown exponentially over the past six months, now boasting

Record vulnerabilities forecasted for 2025, making a proactive security strategy essential to protecting against attacks
The post Analysis Forecasts More Vulnerabilities In 2025 appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/analysis-forecasts-more-vulnerabilities-in-2025/540730/

By registering a ValueNotifier listener, you can perform side effects such as updating controllers, showing dialogs, and performing navigation. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/side-effects-value-notifier/

A little shade on your solar panels isn't the end of the world, but you don't want your trees to cover the entire array. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/can-shade-affect-your-solar-panel-installation/#ftag=CADf328eec

Coping with loneliness can be difficult, with older adults more likely to be affected. Here's how you can try and find a community. https://www.cnet.com/health/mental/theres-a-loneliness-epidemic-how-its-impacting-your-well-being/#ftag=CADf328eec

Final's new affordable earbuds could be music to your ears, given how good its other budget options are.

Invincible season 3's final two episodes are going to emotionally devastate audiences.

TL;DR: Get epic PC game cheats with a Cheat Happens Premium lifetime subscription for $34.99 with COD

US adults are also using VPNs to save money, and access streaming content and banned apps. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/vpn-survey-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Ransomware has been becoming an increasingly common problem in recent years for organizations, regardless of size, sector or location.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/should-ransomware-payments-be-illegal
Hi HN, I’m Phil, one of the co-founders building emdash. Previously, I was an early engineer at Facebook and led Customer Products at Square.
We’ve focused on making chat and video work together so distributed teams can stay aligned without drowning in information. You can try it here: https://emdash.io.
It frustrated us how easily important conversations would happen and then disappear. Slack never quite matched how we worked. Channels wer
Article URL: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/dolphin-super-pod-1.7469441
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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/1601.01229
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43191612
Points: 14
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It used to be that if you asked a classroom of kids what they want to be when they grow up, you’d get answers like “firefighter” and “astronaut.” These days, Gen Alpha dreams of becoming content creators.
A survey of 910 U.S. Gen Alpha kids (ages 12 to 15) by social commerce platform Whop found that nearly a third want to be YouTubers, while one in five aspire to become TikTok creators. Content creation isn’t th

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 27. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-feb-27/#ftag=CADf328eec

xAI releases 'unhinged' Grok 3 voice mode.

Article URL: https://github.com/deepseek-ai/profile-data
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43190482
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Article URL: https://github.com/deepseek-ai/DualPipe
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43190533
Points: 41
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Apple didn't include every bell and whistle, but the company wisely incorporated many of the best ones https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-tested-the-599-iphone-16e-and-its-good-but-also-kind-of-odd/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple didn't include every bell and whistle, but the company wisely incorporated many of the best ones. https://www.cnet.com/videos/review-the-iphone-16e-is-a-good-phone-but-consider-the-tradeoffs/#ftag=CADf328eec

As you celebrate Pokemon Day this year you might want to catch 'em all, enter a multiplayer online battle arena or solve an engrossing mystery. Whatever you want to play -- the Pokemon series has you covered. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/celebrate-pokemon-day-by-playing-the-25-best-pokemon-games-of-all-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft's Windows 365 Link is coming this spring with an Intel N250 Processor and $349 price tag. Now, new images show us just how small it really is.
I was at FB/Meta from late 2013 to early 2023, mostly working in the compiler/runtime spaces. I got hit in the spring 2023 layoff wave. I immediately started making games in my newfound free time (a lifelong interest, and I even worked in AA(A?) back ca. ~2000), and in October 2023 I stumbled upon the idea of a roguelike pachinko/plinko game inspired by Luck Be A Landlord. Things snowballed quickly, I started talking to publishers, then worked like crazy through all of 2024, almost the harde
Article URL: https://www.npr.org/2025/02/26/nx-s1-5309725/jeff-bezos-washington-post-opinion-section
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43188749
Points: 220
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AI and energy are two of the most critical forces shaping the future of our planet—and their relationship is impossible to i

All PS Plus subscribers can play these games soon. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-the-latest-dragon-age-and-more-on-playstation-plus-in-march/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple says a speech-recognition model bug is causing the problem and that it will update iOS to address the issue. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-says-its-fixing-transcription-glitch-that-transcribes-racist-as-trump/#ftag=CADf328eec

Kettlebell strength training and classes are now available on Peloton's Strength Plus app and the original Peloton app. Watch this short tutorial on how to do some of the exercises. https://www.cnet.com/videos/try-these-kettlebell-exercises-now-on-pelotons-strength-plus-app/#ftag=CADf328eec

Even though much of the focus at Amazon's Feb. 26 event was on Alexa Plus, the Echo Show was front and center pushing the idea that you'll want a smart screen in your house.
https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/amazons-goal-is-to-put-an-echo-screen-in-everyones-house

Alexa Plus is the smartest and most conversant Alexa we have ever seen. This is our up-close look.

Amazon is slashing up to 50% external storage for laptops, tablets, phones, and game consoles.

Slack has acknowledged the massive outage and is working on a fix to restore impacted services, including sending messages, workflows, threads, and other API-related features.

After more than a year out of sight, Alexa+–the new Alexa with its AI-powered revamp–took center stage a

Dnes si predstavíme metódy použitia kódov a šifier v rámci pruskej ríše, inštitúcie zodpovedné za schvaľovanie, podozrenia z ich krádeže. Bližšie sa zameriame na ich odolnosť voči útočníkom v praxi. https://www.root.cz/clanky/potulky-tmavymi-zakutiami-kryptologie-pruska-kryptografia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Ukážeme si základní způsoby komunikace hlavního programu běžícího na mikrořadiči s PIO programy. Pro tyto účely se používají fronty (FIFO) a vstupní i výstupní posuvné registry. https://www.root.cz/clanky/programovatelne-io-na-mikroradicich-rp2040-komunikace-s-pio-a-ovladani-pio/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Article URL: https://deadline.com/2025/02/jeff-bezos-washington-post-opinion-1236302292/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43184762
Points: 165
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Article URL: https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v47/n04/tom-stevenson/beyond-mesopotamia
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Points: 27
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Article URL: https://jcs.org/2025/02/26/imacg4k
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43188971
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Amazon on Wednesday unveiled a generative-AI infused Alexa that it says will allow the popular voice assistant to have more personality, check a user’s tone and even plan romantic dates.

Nvidia forecast first-quarter revenue above market estimates on Wednesday, expecting robust demand for its leading AI chips to persist as businesses spend heavily to expand generative artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Its shares rose about 1% in choppy extended trading, after closing up 3.7% in regular trading. Nvidia is the biggest beneficiary o

Research suggests that Google doesn't index over 50% of pages, though indexing rates are improving
The post Data Suggests Google Indexing Rates Are Improving appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/data-suggests-google-indexing-rates-are-improving/540700/

I recommend replacing your router every five years at a minimum. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/router-issues-signs-its-time-for-an-upgrade-and-how-to-decide/#ftag=CADf328eec

A true memory foam feel can come at a high price, but budget-friendly options like the Novilla Bliss offer an alternative. Here’s what our sleep experts think. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/novilla-bliss-mattress-review/#ftag=CADf328eec

Cheap wireless earbuds have come a long way. These true wireless earbuds, tested by CNET’s audio expert, are the best budget earbuds 2025 has to offer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-cheap-budget-wireless-earbuds/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,349 for Feb. 27. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-feb-27-1349/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hints and answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Feb. 27, #627. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-feb-27-627/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 157, for Feb. 27. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-feb-27-157/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 361 for Feb. 27. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-feb-27-361/#ftag=CADf328eec

A wellness design expert explains the connection between color and sleep. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/best-and-worst-colors-for-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec

Exo enables distributed AI inference by combining computing power from multiple devices, reducing reliance on expensive high-performance hardware.

The compact yet powerful Morefine G1 delivers RTX 4090M performance for demanding tasks like 8K editing and AI workloads.

There's one major shift in the way Amazon is approaching its next-gen Alexa, and it's got nothing to do with AI
https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/amazon-alexa-plus-voice-assistant-price-release-date


Amazon finally announced the Alexa Plus generative AI update to the trusty voice assistant, but it won’t be available to all Amazon Echo device owners. In fact, those loyal customers who’re still rocking the first generation Amazon Echo speakers will need t

With Warner Bros. shuttering Monolith Productions, I've got yet another sobering reminder of how important DRM-free stores like GOG are for game preservation.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/monolith-productions-closure-reminds-me-gog-game-preservation

Many people underestimate the work needed to keep smartphones in tip-top shape. These tiny PCs in your pocket require regular maintenance and important updates in order to stay protected against wear and tear as well as attacks.
Turning your phone off protects it from some hac

We expect USB-C cables to perform a specific task: transferring either data or files between devices. We give little more thought to the matter, but malicious USB-C cables can do much more than what we expect.
These cables hide malicious hardware that can intercept data, eavesdrop on phone calls and messages, or, in the worst cases, take complete control of

Will Framework ever build a laptop based upon a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor? If history holds, then yes… but not now.
At the launch of the Framework Desktop (and the Framework Laptop 12 and updated Laptop 13), I asked Framework chief executive Nira

A Chinese user has developed a prototype 16-pin connector that can determine if a certain pin is drawing too much current, preventing connector meltdowns.

Article URL: https://cosmographia.substack.com/p/photographs-of-the-old-west
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43186301
Points: 12
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Article URL: https://security.googleblog.com/2025/02/securing-tomorrows-software-need-for.html
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43186614
Points: 26
# Comments: 10
https://security.googleblog.com/2025/02/securing-tomorrows-software-need-for.html

Article URL: https://github.com/vlm-run/vlmrun-cookbook/blob/main/notebooks/01_schema_showcase.ipynb
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43187209
Points: 42
# Comments: 13
https://github.com/vlm-run/vlmrun-cookbook/blob/main/notebooks/01_schema_showcase.ipynb

Article URL: https://spectrum.ieee.org/data-center-on-the-moon
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43187759
Points: 16
# Comments: 18

I built a bot that plays Pokémon FireRed. It can explore, battle, and respond to game events. Farthest I made it was Viridian Forest.
I paused development a couple months ago, but given the launch of ClaudePlaysPokemon, decided to open source!
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43187231
Points: 61
# Comments: 18

Meta Quest 3 users will now be able to explore detailed 3D scans of sculptures, rock formations, plant life, and other interesting objects from around the world.
The 3D images, which users can virtually zoom in on or walk around, are part of a new app from Pokémon Go-maker Niantic called Into the Scaniverse. Last year, the company

A study reveals new insight into how often AI search engines cite sources, and which websites receive the most citations.
The post AI Search Engines Often Cite Third-Party Content, Study Finds appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/ai-search-engines-often-cite-third-party-conte

The Reds face a tricky test of their champions-elect credentials as they host the Magpies. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-stream-liverpool-vs-newcastle-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The clocks spring forward soon. Here is a look at what the time change means for energy consumption. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/daylight-saving-time-is-coming-does-it-help-with-energy-bills/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Red Devils host the Tractor Boys, who sit 5 points adrift of safety at the bottom of the EPL. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-stream-man-united-vs-ipswich-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can often get more speed out of your current internet plan and equipment by optimizing your setup. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-to-get-faster-wifi-speeds-without-paying-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

This key fixture at the City Ground could determine who finishes as runner-up in this season's EPL. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-stream-nottingham-forest-vs-arsenal-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The chief's daughter and demigod team up for a second time. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/moana-2-streaming-on-disney-plus-release-date-and-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

Finding a supportive, budget-friendly hybrid bed can be tricky, but options like this exist online nowadays. Here’s who we think will love it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/avenco-zone-hybrid-mattress-review/#ftag=CADf328eec

Sony's eighth-gen console is just as relevant as ever. These are the all-time best games on the PS4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/best-ps4-games-of-all-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's time to get ahead on your spring cleaning. Here's a step-by-step guide (with pictures) on how to fold a fitted sheet. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/upgrade-your-spring-cleaning-heres-how-to-fold-a-fitted-sheet/#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-27-february-2025

When Prime subscribers get it free, the standalone price is arbitrary.

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-27-february-2025

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-27-february-2025

Amazon has just announced its new AI-powered Alexa Plus assistant –here's a quick primer on how it works, when it'll be available and more.

Fear Street: Prom Queen is the latest movie in the hit Netflix horror franchise, promising to be the night from hell.

Lonestar wants to bring data services such as Disaster Recovery and Resilience-as-a-Service to the Moon.

Compact yet powerful: GMKtec K10 brings Core i9-13900HK performance to a Mini PC form factor.

Yesterday, Razer announced the new Blade 18 gaming laptop. This isn't just a hardware refresh, though the Blade 18 (2025) chassis is very similar to the Blade 18 from last year.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/razer-blade-18-gaming-laptop-best-2025