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How to Create Telemetry Dashboards for Adobe Express Add-ons

This article is aimed at Adobe Express add-on developers who are interested in gaining deeper insights into how people are using their add-ons. It’s also helpful to new developers who want to understand how to take advantage of data visualization tools like Microsoft Power BI and cloud services like Microsoft Azure. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-telemetry-dashboards-for-adobe-express-add-ons/

WebGPU Scanning Effect with Depth Maps

An exploration of a scanning effect using depth maps, custom shaders, and WebGPU renderin https://webdesignernews.com/webgpu-scanning-effect-with-depth-maps/

Website Inspiration

Unique, centrally-divided layout One Pager sharing the menu of Fridges Market based on Broadway, NY. https://webdesignernews.com/website-inspiration-4/

As a Minecraft Novice, I Had a Bonkers Good Time Watching 'A Minecraft Movie'

Commentary: The bromance between Jack Black and Jason Momoa is just one of the elements that make this movie thoroughly enjoyable for kids and parents alike. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/as-a-minecraft-novice-i-had-an-unbelievably-good-time-watching-a-minecraft-movie/#ftag=CADf328eec

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ChatGPT Plus Is Free for College Students, for Now. Here's What to Know

OpenAI has opened up access to its ChatGPT Plus service to all US and Canada college students at degree-granting schools. The offer lasts through May 31. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/attention-college-students-chatgpt-plus-is-free-for-you-through-may/#ftag=CADf328eec

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An Entomologist's Tips for Keeping Fruit Flies Away

Fruit flies are at their worst when the weather warms. We asked a certified bug expert about the best ways to keep them out of your home and away from food. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/an-entomologist-shared-her-expertise-for-keeping-fruit-flies-away/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 5 common customer relationship mistakes (and how to fix them)

If customers are unhappy, they won’t remain customers for long. Here are some strategies to improve customer satisfaction and encourage them to help you attract more customers.

https://www.techradar.com/news/world-of-tech/five-common-customer-relationship-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them-1285795

 I love a good budget laptop, but here are 3 older premium laptops that are cheaper and better

As laptop prices get higher, budget laptops are approaching formerly premium pricing. Here are 3 older premium laptops that are cheaper and better.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/3-older-premium-laptops-that-are-cheaper-and-better-than-budget-laptops

 Intel's new CEO Lip-Bu Tan has a retro vision for Intel's future, but is nostalgia the key to success?

Intel is resurrecting the classic “Intel Inside” marketing strategy you may remember from the 90s. The nostalgic branding was announced as part of Intel Vision this week in Las Vegas, NV. The intent is to make Intel a household name again, but can it succeed?

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/intel-inside-but-in-2025

 I'm in love with Microsoft's limited-edition 50th anniversary wallpapers — Here's how to get them

Microsoft turns 50 today, April 4, and part of the celebration includes new limited-edition wallpapers created by Microsoft designers and creators. Here's how to get them.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-50th-anniversary-wallpapers

 Copilot can now turn your favorite topics into a virtual podcast that you can partake in

Microsoft is bringing AI-generated podcasts to Copilot, letting you listen to your favorite topics and even join in on the conversation.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-podcasts-announcement-2025

 Microsoft Copilot returns to its Bing roots with major search overhaul

Copilot Search brings smarter responses to Bing by merging generative AI with standard search. Microsoft says the feature 'transforms web search.'

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-search-announcement-2025

 Microsoft Copilot’s next big upgrade takes on NotebookLM and could save you hours of research time

Microsoft Copilot now includes Pages and Deep Research, two new AI tools designed to simplify multi-step research and content organization.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/microsoft-pages-deep-research-announcement-2025

 Microsoft Copilot can now book dinner reservations or buy gifts on your behalf

Agentic capabilities are coming to Copilot, allowing the AI to complete actions on your behalf just by asking for it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-actions-announcement-2025

 Copilot on Windows 11 is gaining the ability to see and interact with your apps — but only when you ask it to

Copilot Vision is coming to Windows 11, enabling the AI assistant to view what's on your screen, offer helpful suggestions and actions, and even interact with apps.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/copilot-vision-for-windows-11-announcement-2025

 Microsoft Copilot is one step closer to being a true friend — it now remembers everything about you

Copilot is gaining memory capabilities, which will allow it to learn about you as a person, remembering your likes, dislikes, preferences, and more.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-memories-announcement-2025

 Microsoft wants to give Copilot a body that you can customize and connect with

Microsoft has teased that it's working on a Copilot Avatar feature that will let users customize a virtual face for the AI assistant that you can chat with.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-avatar-virtual-face-announcement-2025

US feds say AI-generated prompt outputs can’t be copyrighted
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Save 29% on this solar-powered security cam with hassle-free setup
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This 32-inch HP 4K OLED gaming monitor is just $760
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Copilot Vision for Windows can walk you through tech issues, step by step
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Windows Copilot aims to be your best friend forever, but can you trust it?
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Microsoft unveils powerful new research tools in Copilot overhaul
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Everyone’s seen ‘Severance’ but you. Here’s how to stream it for free
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 Microsoft Copilot is now fully integrated with Windows 11 and Windows 10

The new Microsoft Copilot update is available for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users with full integration into the Windows OS for a more optimized user experience.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-copilot-is-now-fully-integrated-with-windows-11-and-windows-10

Nintendo delays Switch 2 US pre-orders following Trump tariffs

Nintendo has delayed US Switch 2 pre-orders in response to the new set of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump earlier this week, as first reported by Polygon. Following Nintendo's

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A four-pack of Samsung SmartTag 2 trackers is on sale for $58 right now

A four-pack of Samsung’s SmartTag 2 trackers

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It's been six years since I played Silksong, and I'm OK waiting a little longer

It was Tuesday June 25, 2019. San Francisco became the first US city to (temporarily) ban the sale of vapes, SpaceX successfully launched and deployed 24 satellites and I sat in Nintendo’s UK office on the outskirts of London, playing a demo of a game that ">still isn’t out

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Ask HN: Does Collapsing an HN Thread in a Popular story spike your CPU use?

For popular threads with a lot of comments, collapsing a top comment leads to high CPU usage and can cause browsers (I tried in Chrome and Vivaldi) to freeze up.

For example, this very popular thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43561253&utm_term=comment

If you collapse the top comment, I see a huge spike in CPU and my system freezes temporarily.

Is it just me?


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?i

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When to Look for Your T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement Check

The personal data of 76 million US customers was exposed during a cyberattack in 2021. The settlement payout is coming this month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/when-to-look-for-your-t-mobile-data-breach-settlement-check/#ftag=CADf328eec

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13 Habits Secretly Hurting Your Eyes, According to Optometrists

Don't settle for blurry vision. Here are the daily factors worsening your eyesight with expert tips for prevention. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/daily-habits-hurting-your-eye-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Latest Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti GPU rumor suggests good news and bad when it comes to price

Hoping Nvidia might drop RTX 5060 Ti pricing compared to RTX 4060 Ti GPUs? You can forget that, but the good news is that a price hike isn’t rumored, either.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/latest-nvidia-rtx-5060-ti-gpu-rumor-suggests-good-news-and-bad-when-it-comes-to-price

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, April 5 (game #664)

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-april-2025

 NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, April 5 (game #398)

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-5-april-2025

 Asus Vivobook 16 (2025) review: It’s not glamorous, but it’s affordable

The Asus Vivobook 16 (2025) is a solid Windows 11 laptop that does what it needs to at a relatively affordable price, but you’ll need to compromise on a few things.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/asus-vivobook-16-2025-review

 Amazon locked NVIDIA's RTX 50-series GPUs behind a Prime membership — Here are all the cards you can buy right now

It's been hard to find NVIDIA's RTX 50-series GPUs ever since they launched, but Amazon's move will at least make shopping easier for Prime members.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/amazon-locks-nvidia-rtx-50-series-prime

 Microsoft Copilot roasts Bill Gates, Satya Nadella, and asks Steve Ballmer if his enthusiasm might ever short-circuit the AI

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shared a clip on social media featuring Copilot interviewing him, Bill Gates, and Steve Ballmer, ending with a humorous AI roast.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/copilot-roasts-bill-gates-satya-nadella-steve-ballmer

This Ryzen 7 mini PC with triple 4K ports is super cheap now: $249
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Gamers beware! This new malware hides in your GPU
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Samsung’s compact 256GB flash drive is only $21 right now
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How to livestream the 2025 NBA Playoffs and Finals
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Should you turn off your antivirus when you game on your PC?
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Hurry! Get this Asus OLED laptop with 16GB RAM for $550, today only
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The Switch 2’s Nvidia hardware brings 10x performance, DLSS, and more
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Windows 11’s Start menu is getting redesigned again — and it’s not bad
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Windows 11 will get auto-shrinking icons when the taskbar is full
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Mozilla plans to launch ‘Thundermail’ email addresses for users
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 RTX 4060 is now the top GPU on Newegg despite ludicrous $500 price tag

Nvidia’s most affordable RTX 40 series desktop graphics card is starting to push toward $500 at US retailers but remains the "top seller" — which says more about the GPU market in general than it does about the 4060.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/rtx-4060-is-now-the-top-gpu-on-newegg-despite-ludicrous-usd500-price-tag

 Asus ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming Wifi Review: Copious USB Ports and 5.0 M.2

Asus’ ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming Wifi is a premium board with loads of USB ports, five M.2 sockets, robust power delivery, high-quality audio, and a high-end appearance.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-x870e-e-gaming-wifi-review

Amazon's 'Buy for Me' AI will purchase stuff from third-party websites

Amazon has started testing another AI-powered feature called "Buy for Me," which allows the e-commerce company to make purchases for you from other websites. Specifically, from the actual website of a brand you're looking looking up. The experience is built into the Amazon app. When you search for an item from a particular brand, you may see a section of results labeled "Shop b

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Watch M3GAN switch from horror to action in the new sequel trailer

The trailer for M3GAN 2.0 is here and if you were expecting a copy-paste of the original's horror vibe, you may be surprised. Instead, the sequel is embracing a turn towards action in vein of Terminator 2 complete wi

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Donkey Kong Bananza hands-on: A funky fresh take on Nintendo's favorite ape

You have to go all the way back to the Nintendo 64 to play the most recent 3D Donkey Kong game. But without a new mainline Zelda or Mario title (Mario Kart World doesn't quite count) queued up for the Switch 2's launch in June, Nintendo's favorite ape is getting some time to shine in

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