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Show HN: Omiword – A daily, sector-based word puzzle

Hi everybody. I occasionally make little browser-based games, and this is my latest attempt. It's not quite done, but it's quite playable (note: it does include audio):

https://www.omiword.com/

This has been my occasional tinker target for ~5 years now, starting in the early days of Covid. The objective is to drag letter tiles within certain boundaries to spell four common American-English words.

It hasn't got ads or anything, it's

Netflix is getting AI-powered search to find what you’re in the mood for

One Friday night in the future, when you’re struggling to pin down something to watch on Netflix, you may be able to describe exactly what you’re in the mood for in very specific terms. Bloomberg reports the streaming giant is testing an OpenAI-powered search experience that would enable users to search for content in ways [...]

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Nintendo Switch 2 recent updates: Release date, price, new games and everything else you need to know

With Nintendo's April 2 Direct showcase over and done, we now know more about the Switch 2 than ever before, including its release date (June 5) and price ($450!). We're also keeping a close eye on how the recently-announced tariffs in the United States are

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Load Faster and Crash Less with Marvel Rival's New Experimental Feature

The new performance setting lets you spend less time compiling shaders and more time bringing the beatdown on some baddies in Marvel's hero shooter. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/load-faster-and-crash-less-with-marvel-rivals-new-experimental-feature/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Will software and video games get affected by tariffs?

As chaos unfolds in global trade, many players are wondering if video games and software prices will be affected by tariffs.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/will-software-and-video-games-get-affected-by-tariffs

 This crazy soccer RPG series is coming to Xbox consoles for the very first time

Level-5 has just revealed in a gameplay showcase that Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, the latest entry in the long-running soccer RPG series, is coming to Xbox consoles later this year.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/this-crazy-soccer-rpg-series-is-coming-to-xbox-consoles-for-the-very-first-time

The Social Security Administration is reportedly moving all official communication to X

The Social Security Administration is planning to stop issuing press releases and move all of its official communications to X, according to Wired. The change is happening amidst cuts at the department directed by DOGE, the organization created by Elon Musk, the CEO of X.

"We are no longer

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Best MicroSD Express Cards for Nintendo Switch 2 You Can Buy Right Now

The Switch 2 will work only with microSD Express cards, so it's likely your Switch's microSD card won't do the trick. We've found all the places where you can pick up a new one before the launch. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-microsd-express-cards-for-nintendo-switch-2/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Xbox first-party Indiana Jones game might play better on PS5

When Microsoft began sharing its first-party exclusives for release on PlayStation, it wasn’t anticipated that the PS5 would offer a superior experience than on Xbox consoles. However, that might be the case when Machine Games’ Indiana Jones and the Great Circle arrives on the PS5 and PS5 Pro next week. And the big news is [...]

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 This $559 OLED laptop shows there's still time to buy before tariffs set in

Prices for Copilot+ PCs featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon X chips are generally impressive any day, but this limited deal at Best Buy knocks off another $300.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-5x-bb-deal

 Gaming handhelds increased $100 in the US, and I'm sure it's because of tariffs

Due to the current tariff situation, the cost of tech including gaming handhelds, is expected to go up. I've already seen some handheld prices increase recently.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/weve-already-seen-some-gaming-handhelds-increase-in-price-in-the-usa

 OpenAI is reportedly prioritizing shiny products over safety processes (again) — yet there's a 99.999999% probability AI will spell inevitable doom to humanity

A new report suggests OpenAI has slashed the time allocated to safety procedures and testing flagship AI models with the safety division being given a few days to conduct evaluations on the models.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/openai-is-reportedly-prioritizing-shiny-products-over-safety-processes-again

Ireland's privacy regulator is investigating X's use of public data to train Grok

Ireland's data privacy regulator is investigating Elon Musk's X. The country's Data Protection Commission (DPC) said on Friday (

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Tesla halts Model S and X sales in China due to tariffs

The never-ending Trump tariff saga continues. Tesla has halted Model S and X sales in China, according to reporting by Bloomberg. These particular vehicles are imported to the country from the US so they are impacted by a 125 percent tariff on goods flowing into China. This was enacted by

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The rights for Tequila Works's games are up for auction after insolvency filing

Tequila Works, the Spanish developer that created games like Rime and Gylt and published games like Th

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Using Manim For Making UI Animations

Animation makes things clearer, especially for designers and front-end developers working on UI, prototypes, or interactive visuals. Manim is a tool that lets you create smooth and dynamic animations, not just for the design field but also in math, coding, and beyond, to explain complex ideas or simply make everything a little bit more interactive. https://webdesignernews.com/using-manim-for-making-ui-animations/

Best Figma Plugins for React: Convert Design to Code Faster

Figma has revolutionized UI design, but how smoothly do those beautiful designs translate into functional React code? Manually converting pixels and properties can be a tedious, error-prone bottleneck in the development pipeline. What if you could automate significant parts of this process, ensuring consistency and freeing up valuable time for both designers and developers? This is where the power of Figma plugins for React comes into play. https://webdesignernews.com/best-figma-plugins-for-reac

How to Troubleshoot & Debug WordPress Code With AI

You can write custom code to make WordPress do all manner of things. Whether creating custom plugins or tweaking your theme’s layout, there’s a way to make it happen. As they say, code is poetry. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-troubleshoot-debug-wordpress-code-with-ai/

Accessibility. It’s a shared responsibility.

While I may not get it right all the time, I’ve always seen the importance of accessibility. As a content designer, I try to write simple, accessible content so that it’s clear and inclusive. This is actually harder than it sounds, as you need to balance accessibility with brand voice and user expectations, and that takes skill. https://webdesignernews.com/accessibility-its-a-shared-responsibility/

Our Country’s Broadband Divide Is Not Color Blind

Surveys show that Black, Hispanic and Native Americans are significantly less likely than their white counterparts to have a home internet connection and computer. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/our-countrys-broadband-divide-is-not-color-blind/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Spiking Bond Yields May Have Paused the Tariffs, but They Could Cost You in the Long Run

If the bond selloff continues, it could bring widespread economic pain in the form of higher borrowing costs on loans and credit, plus a slowdown in growth. Experts say for now it's 'wait and see.' https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/investing/bond-yields-may-have-paused-the-tariffs-but-they-could-cost-you-in-the-long-run/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Microsoft Recall is gradually rolling out — will new privacy features get you to try Windows AI?

Microsoft Recall is rolling out gradually as part of the latest Windows Insider update almost a year after its announcement. Here's a look at what's changed.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/microsoft-recall-is-back-again

Microsoft trying to roll out controversial Recall feature again

After several false starts over privacy and security fears, Microsoft is again attempting to bring its AI Recall feature out in to the wild. As part of a gradual roll out to Windows Insiders, the screenshot-based Recall will be available as an opt-in feature that’s always authenticated by Windows Hello. “With the AI capabilities of [...]

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Apple Maps is now available on Android phones

In a rather strange quirk of modern tech, navigators who enjoy Apple Maps for finding their way around the world can now enjoy the experience on the best Android phones. No, Apple hasn’t rocked up on the Google Play store attempting to rival Google Maps. Apple has launched apps like Apple Music and Apple TV [...]

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 Zenless Zone Zero's Xbox release date has finally been announced to the world

HoYoverse has declared Zenless Zone Zero will be launching on Xbox consoles during the Summer of 2025 along with its big 2.0 expansion.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/zenless-zone-zeros-xbox-release-date-has-finally-been-announced-to-the-world

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 Razer's PC Remote Play app lets you stream PC games to your mobile devices

Razer has announce a new PC-to-mobile streaming platform that enables gamers to stream PC games from their gaming PC to a mobile device.

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/razers-pc-remote-play-app-lets-you-stream-pc-games-to-your-mobile-devices

OpenAI prepares to send GPT-4 out to pasture

GPT-4, OpenAI's first big upgrade to ChatGPT months after unleashing it on the world, is on its way out. A changelog the company published on Thursday said the model will be retired

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The Pixel Watch 4 could be thicker and offer wireless charging

It hasn’t been that long since the Pixel Watch 3 dropped, but excitement is already building for the follow-up device. An industry leaker who goes by OnLeaks, whose real name is Steve Hemmerst, has partnered

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Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: Release date, prices, delays and everything else you need to know

Folks in the UK may be able to pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2 now, but Americans are still waiting for their time to shine. Switch 2 pre-orders in the US remain indefinitely delayed. In response to new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, Nintendo delayed Switch 2 pre-orders in the U.S. Canadians will also have to wait as Nintendo

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Sony has priced the Bravia Theater Bar 6 soundbar at $650

Sony just announced pricing for a number of upcoming products, including the Bravia Theater Bar 6 soundbar. This 3.1.2-channel system costs $650 for US consumers. It comes with a wireless subwoofer and is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

The soundbar includes up-mixing tech to transform stereo content to

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Trump now has full control of the FTC

With the recent confirmation of Mark Meador as Federal Trade Commissioner, the Republicans now have a 3-0 majority at the FTC, giving President Donald Trump broad control over what was once an aggressive business regulator under

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