![Boom’s XB-1 jet breaks the sound barrier for the first time](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/D/Z/3/G/a/6/boom-s-xb-1-jet-breaks-the-sound-barrier-for-the-first-time.webp)
Boom, the startup developing a new generation of supersonic aircraft, has achieved a major milestone after its test plane broke the sound barrier for the first time. The XB-1 “Baby Boom” piloted by Tristan “Gepetto” Brandenburg, flew through the
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Article URL: https://omriavrahami.com/stable-flow/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42853023
Points: 4
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Article URL: https://simonwillison.net/2025/Jan/27/llamacpp-pr/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42852866
Points: 304
# Comments: 150
![Show HN: Design/build of some elegant parametric speaker cabinets with OpenSCAD](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/k/z/7/o/A/Z/show-hn-design-build-of-some-elegant-parametric-speaker-cabinets-with-openscad.webp)
Article URL: https://calbryant.uk/blog/speakers/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42852048
Points: 17
# Comments: 8
![IAC confirms existence of a Super-earth in the habitable zone of a Sun-like Star](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/D/2/o/p/P/G/iac-confirms-existence-of-a-super-earth-in-the-habitable-zone-of-a-sun-like-star.webp)
Article URL: https://maxima-on-wasm.pages.dev/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42853528
Points: 54
# Comments: 8
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Article URL: https://qwenlm.github.io/blog/qwen2.5-max/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42853741
Points: 21
# Comments: 4
![Bitwarden introduces mandatory 2FA for new devices](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/e/7/v/G/q/4/bitwarden-introduces-mandatory-2fa-for-new-devices.webp)
Article URL: https://bitwarden.com/help/new-device-verification/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42853696
Points: 58
# Comments: 49
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The state's new Affordable Broadband Act went into effect this January. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/new-yorks-15-broadband-law-looks-to-help-low-income-consumers/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Instead of relying on a phone insurance plan, I was able to use a credit card perk to get reimbursed for some of the repair costs. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-i-used-a-credit-card-perk-to-replace-my-iphone-battery-without-applecare/#ftag=CADf328eec
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The streamer will drop a lineup of programming and a new ad for Super Bowl Sunday. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tubi-teases-super-bowl-2025-surprises-ahead-of-big-game/#ftag=CADf328eec
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The extra interest can help you earn more toward money you're already setting aside. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/savings-rates-hold-above-4-before-this-weeks-fed-meeting-todays-best-savings-rates-for-jan-28-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Streaming service price hikes may have you in a funk. But with Kanopy, you can stream 30,000 movies for free. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/sick-of-netflix-price-hikes-this-streaming-platform-is-still-free-with-this-item/#ftag=CADf328eec
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With its third and final core book complete, Dungeons & Dragons has build a solid foundation for the next decade of gameplay. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/excellent-new-monster-manual-leaves-me-excited-for-new-adventures/#ftag=CADf328eec
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There’s a lot more to this Serta mattress than what meets the eye, but does it really live up to the hype? Here’s what we like about it, what we don’t and who we think will love it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/serta-perfect-sleeper-x-hybrid-mattress-review/#ftag=CADf328eec
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The Nintendo Switch 2 could cost less than $400 according to an online listing.
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Apple finally explains the mysterious AirPods update process
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Hot on the heels of rumors that Powerbeats Pro 2 could beat AirPods to the punch for heart-rate monitoring, fresh images have landed – and they look good.
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The DeepSeek-R1 hype is way too rich for my blood.
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Google has finally launched its Enterprise Chrome Web Store, and we already know which features are coming next.
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Dennis Quaid is taking on a chilling new role in Happy Face.
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From AI-powered hacks to critical misconfigurations, 2024's software disasters reveal the alarming evolution of cyber threats and software vulnerabilities.
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Epson's new short-throw laser projectors deliver big, bright 4K images and smart home integration too
![Microsoft admits bug that kills PC’s audio is seriously widespread affecting multiple Windows 11 versions and Windows 10 – but a fix is coming](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/1/g/o/9/Q/n/microsoft-admits-bug-that-kills-pc-s-audio-is-seriously-widespread-affecting-multiple-windows-11-versions-and-windows-10-but-a-fix-is-coming.webp)
I’m left scratching my head with this one, as it’s a really odd bug for a couple of reasons.
![Hackers are breaking SonicWall products to target business networks](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/e/5/p/L/j/M/hackers-are-breaking-sonicwall-products-to-target-business-networks.webp)
A newly found SonicWall zero-day is already being exploited in the wild.
![MFA alone won’t protect you in 2025: the new cybersecurity imperative](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/k/Q/r/M/Y/A/mfa-alone-won-t-protect-you-in-2025-the-new-cybersecurity-imperative.webp)
As phishing kits and identity-driven attacks evolve, businesses must rethink their reliance on MFA by adopting advanced and comprehensive identity security strategies.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/mfa-alone-wont-protect-you-in-2025-the-new-cybersecurity-imperative
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Curious about how to make your Steam Deck more portable? One user turned it into a literal brick.
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DeepSeek's success may be short-lived and follow in the footsteps of other Chinese brands like Huawei and TikTok.
https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/deepseeks-success-has-painted-a-huge-tiktok-shaped-target-on-its-back
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In light of the anticheat being useless, console players can finally exclude PC from Black Ops 6 and Warzone ranked modes.
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The Windows 11 January security update has a few known issues, including a bug that can prevent certain audio devices from working.
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The USB port on the router is often unused and yet it offers practical functions that can make everyday life easier. You can do things like saving and sharing files, mobile charging, or even an automatic backup of your data. We’ll tell you exactly how this works and what else you can do with the USB port below.
![Hype over new AI app DeepSeek causes Nvidia’s stock price to plummet](https://www.cdn5.niftycent.com/d/e/r/6/N/E/A/hype-over-new-ai-app-deepseek-causes-nvidia-s-stock-price-to-plummet.webp)
DeepSeek, the latest alternative to ChatGPT and other AI assistants, recently released a new version that’s causing chaos and confusion across the AI landscape. With reports about DeepSeek’s outstanding performance and power efficiency emerging, established entities like OpenAI and Meta are getting quite nervous.
None more nervous than Nvidia, though, whose
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Maybe you’re sick of the price hikes. Maybe you’re not keen on the whole password-sharing crackdown thing. Or maybe there’s just nothing you want to watch anymore. W
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Crucial's X9 Pro 2TB external SSD is now only $119.
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Cyberpunk 2077's MacOS port gets some SteamDB updates.
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AMD disputed the rumor saying that the RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 were supposed to be priced around $899 and $749.
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Leaked customs documents show an Asus NUC powered by an AMD Strix Halo chip.
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Sam Altman's comments on the prospects of AI startups may have come back to bite him after the dramatic debut of DeepSeek.
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Lucid's newly launched Gravity SUV will be able to access Tesla's Supercharger network across the US and Canada starting on January 31. And since the electric vehicle comes with a built-in port that supports the North American Charging Standard (NACS), it doesn't need an adapter to be able
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Building a working nuclear fusion reactor has proven to be a daunting challenge even for multiple wealthy nations, as we've seen with the much-delayed ITER project. However, a private start-up called Helion
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Home security cameras provide a massive peace of mind. I want to know if anyone is coming to my door while I'm away or, for that matter, when I'm home alone. This sanity doesn't exactly come cheap, but, right now, you can get a two-pack of the
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Article URL: https://sellcoursesonline.com/udemy-earnings-study
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42850720
Points: 35
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Article URL: https://decuserve.org/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42851519
Points: 13
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Article URL: https://github.com/korandoru/hawkeye
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42851839
Points: 6
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I have been on linked in for almost as long as I have been in tech. My current account has been in use since at least 2017.
On Sunday, shortly after creating a new ad campaign, using the free ads credit provided by LinkedIn, I was refreshing the browser to see how the ads was progressing. Suddenly, I was logged out of my account, to verify my identity. I have taken a live picture, as instructed by the app, and also uploaded a scanned copy of my original national ID card. I have used my ID
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Take advantage of APYs up to 4.65% while they're still here. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/lock-in-a-high-apy-ahead-of-this-weeks-fed-meeting-todays-cd-rates-jan-28-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Here's the Social Security Disability Insurance payment schedule for February 2025. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-disability-insurance-february-2025-heres-when-youll-get-paid/#ftag=CADf328eec
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You can play these games with an Xbox Game Pass Subscription. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-eternal-strands-now-sniper-elite-and-more-soon-on-xbox-game-pass/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Controlling an iPhone remotely can totally revolutionize long-distance tech support. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18s-facetime-introduces-remote-iphone-control-a-game-changer-for-tech-support/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Instead of cutting sugar out of your diet, focus on the types and amounts of sugar you consume daily. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/natural-sugar-alternatives-better-processed-sugar/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Suryakumar Yadav's team looks to claim an unassailable lead as the series moves to Rajkot. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/cricket-livestream-how-to-watch-india-vs-england-3rd-t20-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Commentary: Apple might be working on its first folding iPhone. But before it launches, I have some advice. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/my-warning-to-apple-on-the-iphone-flip-dont-screw-this-up/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Your web browser's cookies and cache are likely filled with files that you simply don't need. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/clean-your-android-web-browser-up-fast-by-deleting-its-cookies-cache/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Macrodata Refinement got you down? CNET went fishing for the answers to some of Lumon Industries' biggest mysteries. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/severance-season-2-5-mind-bending-questions-we-need-answered-asap/#ftag=CADf328eec
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If you were hoping ChatGPT could help get you through your TBR pile faster, just know that its plagiarism safeguards are alive and well. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-ai-to-summarize-a-book-the-plagiarism-protections-are-working/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Touchscreens are great when you need them, but if it's misbehaving or simply annoying, it's time to go old school. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/tired-of-accidental-taps-heres-how-to-turn-off-your-chromebooks-touchscreen/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Samsung's "one more thing" at Unpacked is a thinner phone than any of its flagships. But what will it offer beyond thinness? https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-s25-edge-just-who-is-this-slim-phone-for/#ftag=CADf328eec
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A recent tweak from Apple might have broken updates for older Apple Watch models.
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DeepSeek says it is suffering a "large scale" cyberattack, with the platform unable to process new user registrations.
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Microsoft Teams is getting a phishing warning for external messages, better late than never.
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Invites for the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event are now being sent out.
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Rise of the Ronin is coming to PC later this year.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/ps5-exclusive-rise-of-the-ronin-is-coming-to-pc
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Security bug affects most Apple products, and is being abused right now, so patch up.
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The 256GB variant of the Google Pixel 9a – the expected midrange companion to the Pixel 9 series – is rumored to receive a price hike.
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It isn't much of a surprise, but the RTX 5090 is expected to have a short supply according to Nvidia's partner, MSI.
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Another André Aciman novel is coming to the screen, this time for a Netflix limited series starring Jeremy Allen White as the lead role.
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Netflix's hit period drama The Empress has been renewed for a third and final season.
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OpenAI’s Sam Altman has reacted to the sudden rise of DeepSeek, but promises that the ChatGPT maker will eclipse it soon.
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Heavyweight AMD Ryzen 9 X3D chips that’ll make short work of gaming and running demanding apps could be on sale soon.
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Linux topics and discussions are being flagged as cybersecurity concerns and banned on Facebook.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/facebook-is-blocking-linux-topics-and-channels-with-no-apparent-reason
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Garmin Forerunner, Venu, Fenix and Epix watches are going down - let us know if you're affected.
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DeekSeek has released a new family of multimodal LLMs for image generation.
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NVIDIA's RTX 5090 launches on January 30, but high prices and limited stock aren't going to make it easy for PC enthusiasts. Need some help deciding? Here are 3 good reasons to avoid the RTX 5090 and 2 good reasons to try your best on launch day.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/rtx-5090-should-you-buy
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WWE 2K25 has disclosed it's release date along with new playable wrestlers, special editions, and a sneak peak at a new game mode in its first gameplay trailer.
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Nvidia stock prices plummet by 17% after the release of DeepSeek. Investors nervous that investing in more hardware is unnecessary to develop advanced AI.
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The need for AI compute power will not go anywhere and Nvidia will thrive, says Pat Gelsinger.
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It may not have an integrated kickstand, but the ViewSonic VG1656N delivers with a Smart Cover, 1200p IPS panel, integrated battery, and wireless casting support.
https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/portable-monitors/viewsonic-vg1656n-portable-monitor-review
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Obsessed with throwing money and resources at AI in any way they can, the likes of OpenAI, NVIDIA, Google and Amazon all just got a surprise.
Out of seemingly nowhere, Chinese AI assistant DeepSeek is suddenly the top-rated free app on Apple’s App Store in the US and elsewhere, beating more familiar names, lik
Core features:
Customizable Timers: Adjust work and break durations flexibly.
Focus Mode: Background color change to enhance concentration.
Smart Notifications: Alerts with sound and notifications when a session ends.
Cross-platform Sync: Seamless data sync across devices.
It’s free to use, and I’d love to hear your thoughts!
I’m looking forward to your feedback, suggestions, or ideas to make it better. Thanks for checking it out!
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Oxford Circus "Experience Center" set to shut as Microsoft scales back.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-is-closing-its-flagship-london-retail-store