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SymfonyOnline June 2025 is almost here, starting in almost 2 months on:
June 10-11: Workshop days. It is possible to attend 1 two-day training or 2 one-day trainings. June 12-13: Online conference days in English. All talks will be available for… https://symfony.com/blog/symfonyonline-june-2025-what-s-new-in-symfony-7-3?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

Bungie is set to take the wrappers off Marathon this Saturday and reveal gameplay from its first non-Destiny project in many years (and its first new one since joining Sony in 2022). Before that though, the studio has

A pair of studies analyzing the effects of AI on our planet have been released and the news is fairly grim. Greenpeace studied the emissions generated from the production of the semiconductors used in AI chips and found that there was a

The absurdist romance sim Date Everything! has yet another release date. After two delays, creators Sassy Chap Games and Team17 said on Thursday that the cheeky sandbox dating game will launch on June 17.
Date Everything! is an appropriate title for a game that lets you woo human personifications of household objects. (Shut-ins, rejoice!) Each data

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If I were starting with CSS today for the very first time, I would first want to spend time understanding writing modes because that’s a great place to wrap your head around direction and document flow. But right after that, …
Cascading Layouts: A Workshop on Resilient CSS Layouts originally publishe

This is what I learned after testing under-desk treadmills from both Egofit and Costway, and whether I'd recommend one. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/experience-testing-under-desk-treadmills-fitness-expert-busy-mom/#ftag=CADf328eec

I tested the $499 Pixel 9A for two weeks and was impressed by how many features Google added without raising the price. Let's hope tariffs don't change that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-pixel-9a-review-a-value-packed-phone-just-at-the-right-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you can get fiber broadband, your home might be worth more. But a lack of equitable access to fast internet puts people at a disadvantage in building wealth. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/the-fiber-advantage-for-homeowners-faster-and-futureproof-but-unequal/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google's $499 phone has a lot in common with the pricier baseline Pixel 9. Here's our guide for what you'll get -- and what you won't -- for that lower price. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/pixel-9a-is-out-now-what-to-know-about-googles-budget-android/#ftag=CADf328eec

Many 16- to 18-year-olds surveyed said AI offers instant help, feedback and a nonjudgmental setting that makes math more accessible and understandable. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/new-survey-shows-high-school-students-say-ai-alleviates-math-stress/#ftag=CADf328eec

See where Google's budget phone meets or surpasses the other Pixel 9 phones. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/spec-showdown-how-does-pixel-9a-compare-to-pixel-9-9-pro-9-pro-xl/#ftag=CADf328eec

Say goodbye to burnt sandwiches and grilled cheeses that fall apart in your hands. The air fryer is my new favorite method for making the classic comfort food. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/make-your-next-grilled-cheese-in-an-air-fryer-and-never-look-back/#ftag=CADf328eec

This affordable, stylish and easy-to-carry insulated water bottle goes with me everywhere, and it's perfect for Mother's Day or graduation. https://www.cnet.com/deals/forget-the-stanley-the-owala-freesip-the-only-water-bottle-i-use-and-it-makes-a-great-gift/#ftag=CADf328eec

Have any old PC towers, laptops and printers sitting around? Here's where you can recycle them for free -- and, in some cases, even get store credit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/spring-cleaning-your-tech-how-to-recycle-old-computers-and-printers-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: The Northern Irish golfer's pursuit of glory at Augusta is this weekend's must-watch sporting spectacle. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/why-the-stars-may-finally-be-aligning-for-rory-mcilroy-to-capture-the-elusive-green-jacket-at-the-masters/#ftag=CADf328eec

A viral post convinced millions that Apple was bringing pop star emojis to iOS 18.5. Turns out it was all a lie.

A new PlayStation Portal update arrives today, bringing a ton of new features aimed at improving the user experience while using Cloud Game Streaming Beta.

Avowed might be good, but I don’t want Windows 10 shoving adverts in my face urging me to buy the game, thanks Microsoft.

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-11-april-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-11-april-2025

Agentic AI can vastly improve productivity, but it only works with a solid foundation of… human creatives.

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-11-april-2025

As phishing attacks evolve, human ingenuity becomes a vital component of a comprehensive defense strategy.

The last 3 years has seen a rise in cyber threats.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/over-100-million-malicious-emails-blocked-by-hmrc

The latest image trend is simply trying to talk to the development team.

WhatsApp has rolled out its controversial Meta AI chatbot update in more countries – and many users aren't happy.

Live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 2, which adds a new Hero, as well as a bunch of changes to the game's meta.

SMBs in manufacturing are particularly hit, although IT and services aren't faring much better.

BenQ's new projectors deliver bigger images from shorter distances and cinema-grade calibration too.

Nintendo wants to ensure that the Switch 2 is "future-proof", and it's trying to achieve that with its new Game-Key Cards.

Nintendo missed an opportunity to ensure that Joy-Con drift is a thing of the past
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/switch-2-joy-con-hall-effect

Fortnite has added Sabrina Carpenter skins and emotes to the game and it's causing wholesome interactions on the battlefield as players bond and dance to Espresso

In an unexpected crossover between indie gaming and television, Balatro, the breakout indie game of 2024, makes a surprise cameo in Netflix’s Black Mirror.

A new report suggests Microsoft could announce more job cuts soon, targeting middle managers to streamline teams and prioritize coding talent.

Bob resurfaced from Microsoft's Graveyard to pad out the 30MB of free space in Windows XP, keeping pirates at bay.

Atomfall's launch was marred by a critical audio bug on Xbox which frustrated me and many players, but it's now been fixed.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/atomfall-finally-fixes-the-audio-bug-that-almost-made-me-quit

Password managers are something everyone should have, but you probably don’t want to spend much time or energy thinking about it. You want to set it, forget it, and let it do its thing.
But as the various password managers compete with each other, they

If you want a proper high-performance gaming laptop, then you can’t overlook the Asus ROG Strix G17 that’s on sale at B&H right now. Normally priced at $1,999, you can now snag it for just $1,529. That’s a hefty savings of $470 on a powerful machine that’ll last

Whenever Tablo issues a big software update for its latest over-the-air DVRs, I always hope it’ll finally make them worth recommending again.
So after reading about what Tablo called a “MASSIVE” update for its Roku app, I was excited to give the system another try.

The new Matter standard is getting better at helping Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings play nice with each other, but it often does so at the expense of finer-grained features.
Some Matter-enabled smart lights, for example, can be turned on or off via Matter or change their color, but Matter controllers might not be able to access

Know what’s the best thing to fit in that spot just beneath your monitors? A mini PC! Free up all that space taken up by your laptop and get more performance while you’re at it with something like this Acemagic F1A mini PC that’s on sale for $382 on Amazon. That

Tariffs here, tariffs there. No matter where you stand, one thing is true: consumer tech prices are going to go up since most consumer tech isn’t made within the United States. That’s why you might want to stock up now while you can, on things like this 100W Baseus USB-C cabl

When you surf, you leave many different traces. For example, servers and web services store information about you in cookies and super-cookies. The more often you use a provider’s service, the more accurate their picture of you becomes. And the better the providers are networked with each other, the more information they have at their disposal to create surfing profi

Valve was working on the Steam Deck for a long time, pouring its successes and failures from the Steam Machines, Steam Controller, and Steam Link into one portable device. We know this because Valve showed off a bunch of prototypes leading up to the final Steam Deck—and it looks like one of those prototypes somehow managed to slip the surly bonds of Bellevue and make

We have the first leaked benchmarks of Nvidia's upcoming budget RTX 5060 Ti, which is reported to launch in 8GB/16GB capacities.

Onkyo's Creator Series speakers deliver capable audio in a mostly premium-looking package, with nearly every connectivity option you can think of, plus a built-in phono preamp, included (plastic) speaker stands, and ARC (HDMI) support on the GX-30ARC.
https://www.tomshardware.com/speakers/onkyo-creator-series-gx-10db-gx-30arc-speakers-review

Computer security researchers have been left scratching their heads after applying Microsoft’s latest raft of Patch Tuesday updates - as an 'inetpub' folder has been left behind.

OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, accusing him of staging press attacks and malicious campaigns on "the social media platform he controls," as well as of making "harassing legal claims" and a "sham bid for OpenAI's assets." In its filing, courtesy of TechCrunch, the ChatGPT-maker said Musk could not tolerate se


The push for the latest, greatest and most feature-packed gadgets often results in so much pressure that buying anything else can feel like self-betrayal. And while the Pixel 9a is technically a new device, its chip is six months old. The same goes for its design, which is nearly a carbon copy of its

The last decade or so has seen schools and governments alike working on a substantial question: To what degree should students be allowed access to their phones? France has been among those leading the charge, requiring smartphones to be turned off during school hours since 2018. Now, the country is taking things a step further, insisting that students leave their phone in lockers o

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Most of the time, people showcase Tailwind's @apply feature with one of Tailwind's single-property utilities (which changes a single CSS declaration). When showcased this way, @apply
doesn't sound promising at all. So obviously, nobody wants to use it. Personally, I think Tailwind's @apply
feature is better than described.

Ongoing Social Security Administration website issues continue. Here's what we know about what's going on. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-disruptions-what-to-know-about-access-issues/#ftag=CADf328eec

There's a Hail Mary to keep the Saving on a Valuable Education student loan plan afloat, but don't bank on it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/can-the-soar-act-rescue-the-save-student-loan-plan-expert-advice-for-borrowers/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you've been putting off spring cleaning, learning about these mental and physical health benefits will be all the motivation you need. https://www.cnet.com/health/motivating-health-benefits-spring-cleaning-according-experts/#ftag=CADf328eec

The hit satirical sci-fi anthology is back. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/black-mirror-has-returned-season-7-release-details-and-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new feature gives Gemini Live eyes to "see." I put it through a series of tests. Here are the results. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/gemini-lives-new-camera-mode-can-identify-objects-around-you-i-took-it-for-a-spin/#ftag=CADf328eec

With your Game Pass subscription, you can now explore a mythical land filled with gargantuan catfish and alligators. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/play-south-of-midnight-and-blue-prince-now-gta-5-soon-on-xbox-game-pass/#ftag=CADf328eec

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire comes to life in the franchise's latest store. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/inside-harry-potter-shop-chicago-from-magical-props-to-exclusive-merch-and-butterbeer/#ftag=CADf328eec

A higher price tag also brings new features and capabilities. Here's how the phones stack up. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-16e-vs-iphone-se-2022-comparing-apples-new-and-old-budget-phones/#ftag=CADf328eec

Republicans in Congress have a plan ready to extend the 2017 Trump tax cuts but are already facing major opposition from Democrats. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/extending-the-trump-tax-cuts-heres-who-might-and-might-not-benefit/#ftag=CADf328eec

This internet co-op was created by striking Spectrum workers years ago. It's been fighting for equitable internet access ever since. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/former-spectrum-workers-fight-for-fair-internet-how-theyre-closing-the-digital-divide/#ftag=CADf328eec

Learning thermostats can make a difference in tenant energy bills but you'll probably have to get permission first. Here's why it's worth it. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/can-renters-install-smart-thermostats-heres-how-and-why-to-do-it-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some PlayStation Plus subscribers can play these games in April. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/play-blue-prince-now-hogwarts-legacy-and-more-soon-on-playstation-plus/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're looking to save time and money on video editing, OpusClip is a supportive artificial intelligence tool. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-use-ai-to-edit-videos-into-short-clips-for-social-media/#ftag=CADf328eec

The widescreen, 15.6-inch display is a throwback but delivers solid performance as does the unit's Snapdragon X Elite processor. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/asus-vivobook-s15-review-old-school-oled-laptop-powered-by-modern-ai-cpu/#ftag=CADf328eec

Nintendo consoles have never had the strongest suite of shooters. The Switch 2 has the power to change that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/the-switch-2s-mouse-controls-could-make-it-an-fps-friendly-console/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's never too early to start thinking about your next cookout or outdoor movie night. CNET examines how to extend Wi-Fi outdoors. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-to-extend-your-wifi-range-outside-for-spring/#ftag=CADf328eec

The 'adaptive and personal' Fitness Program is a 'subscription-based addition' to the Polar ecosystem.

It seems that the new Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller is only compatible with GameCube games in the Online Classics library.

There is a patch and a workaround, so make sure you apply at least one.