
Tariffs have become President Donald Trump's favored economic move, prompting a lot of folks to ask what it is they even do. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/tariffs-explained-what-they-might-and-might-not-mean-for-everyday-prices/#ftag=CADf328eec

There's an indefinite hiring freeze in place at the IRS, but fears about it's impact on the 2025 tax season might be misplaced. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/trumps-irs-hiring-freeze-probably-wont-delay-your-taxes-but-this-definitely-will/#ftag=CADf328eec

This air fryer snack is quick and easy to make and it delivers the perfect crunch every time. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/my-budget-friendly-high-protein-air-fryer-guilty-pleasure-snack/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't let criminals get their hands on your cash. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/beware-these-common-banking-scams/#ftag=CADf328eec

Captain America 4's creative team explains why Bruce Banner and his alter-ego aren't part of the Marvel film's cast.

The Samsung DeX app facilitates a modular computing setup. You can trade in a single laptop for a few different accessories and use your Galaxy S8 or later to power the setup. But what happens if you go full-time Dex?
https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/samsung-dex-replace-laptop-what-happened

The MSI Creator A16 AI+ is a solid AI-powered machine with a satisfying keyboard, excellent processing performance, and a sturdy chassis, but similar laptops exist for far cheaper.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/msi-creator-a16-ai-a3hvfg-review

Browse top deals from today's Walmart Presidents Day sale

I used the MSI Cubi NUC 13MQ mini PC as my main work computer for a week. It's a decent computer with one big problem. Our review.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/computers-desktops/msi-cubi-nuc-13mq-review

If you’re looking to speed up your PC, you should consider using two SSDs instead of one. One way to do this is to configure the two drives in a RAID 0 array. This allows the read and write speeds of both SSDs to be combined, resulting in impressive benchmark results. Another way is using one SSD for

The AirVision M1 is about $400 too expensive, given what it brings to the table.
https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/wearable-tech/asus-airvision-m1-ar-glasses-review

GPU Purses is selling an Nvidia H100 shoulder bag that costs $65,536.

Uber is suing DoorDash, accusing the biggest food delivery provider in the US of putting pressure on restaurants to exclusively use its services. According to

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No need to throw out your favorite garment. Save your clothes with these go-to stain removal tips. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/stain-removal-guide-how-to-scrub-blood-grease-wine-oil-and-more-from-clothes/#ftag=CADf328eec

Expecting a Social Security check this week? Here's February's payment schedule, so you know exactly when you'll get it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-february-2025-your-money-is-on-the-way/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can also give your message a little flair by making certain words explode. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-make-your-iphone-messages-bold-shake-with-excitment-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple said the update patches an issue that could lead to an "extremely sophisticated attack." https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/have-an-iphone-you-need-to-download-ios-18-3-1-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Alexa support for cams enables voice commands, auto doorbell greetings, Echo compatibility and other tricks. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/best-security-cameras-for-alexa/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you updated to iOS 18.3 but still aren't seeing Siri's new look, try these suggestions. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/siri-got-a-makeover-heres-how-to-make-your-iphone-glow/#ftag=CADf328eec

Pep's men take on the Magpies in a crucial match for both side's top-four aspirations. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-man-city-vs-newcastle-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The top four chasing Tricky Trees head to Craven Cottage. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-fulham-vs-nottingham-forest-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

It seems that AMD is planning to unleash its RX 9070 graphics cards in a head-to-head battle with Nvidia’s RTX 5070.

Deutsche Telekom pioneers a sustainable shift in electronics with the NeoCircuit Router.

Asus NUC 15 Pro is a compact powerhouse built for AI, multitasking, and high-resolution work with Intel’s latest Core Ultra processors and Arc graphics.

If you've been hunting for a new MacBook, now's the time to buy with these top President's Day deals, including the MacBook Air as low as $749!

The Enermax Revolution D.F. X 1050 combines robust power delivery, good features, and a stylish design, making it a solid choice for users seeking performance, aesthetics, and reliability in high-demand setups.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/enermax-revolution-d-f-x-1050-psu-review

One of our favorite grill accessories, the ThermoWorks Thermapen One, is on sale for $79 right now. This Engadget exclusive sale shaves $30 off this speedy thermometer. While it’s not the record low price, $79 is pretty close.
The Thermopen One is calibrated to record temperatures accurately, with an error margin of 0.5 degrees Fahrenheit (0.3 degrees Celsius). It also does this within a

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I'm excited to showcase Kreuzberg!
Kreuzberg is a modern Python library built from the ground up with async/await, type hints, and optimized I/O handling.
It provides a unified interface for extracting text from documents (PDFs, images, office files) without external API dependencies.
Key technical features: - Built with modern Python best practices (async/await, type hints, functional-first) - Optimized async I/O with anyio for multi-loop compatibility - Smart worker process pool for
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A few years ago, I chronicled the journey I went on to manually merge two Apple ID accounts into one.
I was attempting to rectify a problem that I and many other long-time Apple users had been stuck with: Our data—emails, contacts, movie and app purchases, photos, logins, and more—was spread across two different Apple accounts. This segregation made accessing this data on our various device

The Streambar SE is compact and offers surprisingly good sound for its small size, and it's on sale at Amazon for Presidents Day. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-tried-rokus-mini-soundbar-and-im-hooked-and-its-just-85-for-presidents-day/#ftag=CADf328eec

You're likely in the clear if your student loan debt is already wiped out, but current borrowers may soon be out of luck. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/you-cant-be-forced-to-repay-forgiven-student-loans-unless-this-happens/#ftag=CADf328eec

The injury-hit Gunners travel to the King Power Stadium to face the relegation-threatened Foxes. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-stream-leicester-vs-arsenal-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

High school coder runs Linux inside a PDF, proving that anything - yes, even an OS- can live in a document.

Here's the biggest tech news stories from Sony, Apple, Marvel, and more.

Starlink is going mainstream –here's how to get it
https://www.techradar.com/phones/what-is-starlink-price-speeds-how-to-get-it-on-t-mobile-and-more




TL;DR: Spend $20 on BJ’s The Club Card Me



Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 15. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-saturday-feb-15/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: https://cacm.acm.org/opinion/not-on-the-best-path/
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A strong password will help keep your devices secure and prevent people from using your network without you realizing it. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/when-was-the-last-time-you-changed-your-wifi-password-heres-how-to-do-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

YouTube Shorts adds Veo 2 AI video tool.
Article URL: https://scott-fryxell.github.io/blog/AI-imagination/
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The lander is now in orbit around the moon and will land on March 2. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/the-blue-ghost-lunar-lander-is-now-orbiting-the-moon-see-dazzling-photographs/#ftag=CADf328eec

An efficient new HVAC system might save you money, but you'll want to keep an eye on a few potential issues before going through with an installation. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/5-things-to-know-before-getting-a-heat-pump/#ftag=CADf328eec

You should see this tax form if you were paid more than $5,000 in freelance income via third-party payment apps last year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/do-you-earn-money-via-venmo-paypal-or-cash-app-heres-why-you-received-a-1099-k/#ftag=CADf328eec

This is one of the weirder promotions done by an app in recent months. The company even made a video showing Duo being killed by a Cybertruck. https://www.cnet.com/culture/internet/duo-the-duolingo-owl-cruelly-murdered-by-a-tesla-cybertruck-now-sold-in-coffin-shaped-box/#ftag=CADf328eec

If your mesh Wi-Fi system isn't delivering fast speeds, moving it to another spot can give your connection a boost. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/location-matters-when-setting-up-your-mesh-router-avoid-these-spots/#ftag=CADf328eec

Enjoy some top-notch Valentine's Day counterprogramming. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/9-great-horror-movies-to-watch-on-prime-video-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

The wrong size heat pump can cost you money. Here's how to know what you need if you're switching your HVAC system. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/how-to-get-the-right-size-heat-pump-for-your-home/#ftag=CADf328eec

Marvel's newest movie is full of red, white and blue action. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/captain-america-brave-new-world-is-there-a-post-credits-scene/#ftag=CADf328eec

In the theater, home, headphones and now cars, Dolby Atmos is everywhere. Here's how it works in the Rivian R1S. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/is-a-car-the-best-way-to-listen-to-dolby-atmos-music/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple delights us with joyful tech with the release of new colorful Beats by Dre Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, which now get heart rate monitoring and some perks found in AirPods. CNET's Bridget Carey also is smitten with Apple's lamp robot arm research — something that reminds her of tech magic of another era. https://www.cnet.com/videos/why-im-loving-new-powerbeats-and-robot-lamps-apple-remembers-what-moves-us/#ftag=CADf328eec

How ChatGPT Tasks has improved my scheduling.

The typical debloating tool can be complex or even arcane to understand and configure, but Talon takes a very different approach.

I found the best Presidents' Day gaming laptop deals worth your while with recommendations on notebooks our experts tested and rated.


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I created a highly configurable calendar 3D model using OpenSCAD. This project uses Zeller’s Congruence to automatically adjust the calendar layout for any year. Just change the year in the configurator, and the model updates accordingly.
The link contains a little more of the backstory and the downloadable model from a 3rd-party site, additionally the full source code is included in the post.
Some highlights:
- Implemented date calculations entirely in OpenSCAD (with no built-in date
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VimLM is a local, offline coding assistant for Vim. It’s like Copilot but runs entirely on your machine—no APIs, no tracking, no cloud.
- Deep Context: Understands your codebase (current file, selections, references). - Conversational: Iterate with follow-ups like "Add error handling". - Vim-Native: Keybindings like `Ctrl-l` for prompts, `Ctrl-p` to replace code. - Inline Commands: `!include` files, `!deploy` code, `!continue` long responses.
Perfect for privacy-conscious devs or a

A popular “true crime” YouTube channel has been pulling in millions of views with videos about gruesome murders. As it turns out, None of them are real.
One of those videos, titled “Husband’s Secret Gay Love Affair with Step Son Ends in Grisly Murder,” claimed to detail a gruesome crime in Littleton, Colorado. After it amassed nearly two million views, viewers reached out to local reporter Elizabeth Hernandez. But there was no record of the crime—because it never happen

Estonští tvůrci pozemních bojových robotů Milrem Robotics představili 15tunového osmikolového obrněnce HAVOC s hybridním/elektrickým pohonem na všechna kola. Má slušnou výdrž, zvládá náročný terén a může být vybaven pro rozmanité bojové i logistické mise jako doprovodný obrněnec pro tanky a obrněná vozidla s posádkou. http://www.osel.cz/13911-milrem-robotics-vyvinuli-osmikoloveho-robotickeho-obrnence-havoc.html

For a bold and unconventional take on romance this Valentine's Day, this punk-infused love story is the perfect choice. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ready-to-burn-it-all-down-ive-got-the-perfect-valentines-day-movie-for-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,337 for Feb. 15. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-feb-15-1337/#ftag=CADf328eec

AI-generated video green screens are one of the new Veo-powered features. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/heres-how-you-can-create-ai-videos-in-youtube-shorts-thanks-to-google-veo/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 615 for Feb. 15. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-feb-15-615/#ftag=CADf328eec