Password health is important, but don’t overlook the humble PIN, too. Often just four digits, it stands between bad actors and major parts of your life: your bank account, your smartphone, your home security system.
But most people chose weak, easily guessed PINs for protection. And chances are, you’re one of them.
Intel delays key Xeon data center processor amid massive losses — Clearwater Forest pushed back to 1H 2026
Asus plans to charge significantly more than Nvidia's MSRP for its GeForce RTX 5080 and GeForce RTX 5090 products. It has "special launch day pricing" on the base models that drops them $200, but of course those sold out, because everything did.
We were absolutely thrilled to gather with the incredible Symfony community for the first time in Vienna, Austria, from December 5th to 6th, surrounded by the warm and festive atmosphere of the holiday season! ✨
Let’s relive some of the most memorable… https://symfony.com/blog/back-on-the-inspiring-symfonycon-vienna-2024?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed
It’s early 2025, the weather’s still cold, so it must be time for Samsung to kick off the year’s flagship smartphone race with its latest barrage of devices. This time, we’ve got three S25 phones, ranging from the $800 S25 through to the $1,300 S25 Ultra.
Let’s start with the flagship, the S25 Ultra. This year, Samsung has honed the design of the slate to closer match the rest of its family, while adding a substantially upgraded ultrawide camera sensor. There’s also a powerful 3nm Snap
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There's a low supply of eggs right now, causing prices to skyrocket. We asked two economists when we can expect the situation to change. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/when-will-egg-prices-come-down-heres-what-experts-predict/#ftag=CADf328eec
All you need is one product to make your skin glow. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/want-a-winter-glow-try-this-secret-affordable-k-beauty-skin-care-hack/#ftag=CADf328eec
Adding extra to your savings can help you reach your financial goals quicker. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/savings-apys-hold-steady-after-the-feds-leave-rates-alone-todays-best-savings-rates-for-jan-31-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Fed's rate pause keeps APYs elevated for now, but that won't always be the case. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/dont-snooze-on-apys-up-to-4-65-todays-cd-rates-jan-31-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Nvidia's RTX 5080 defeats AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX in several games at the same price, but with scalpers involved, it could be a struggle to attain the new GPU.
Bosses think remote employee monitoring is building trust, morale and productivity - but they’re wrong.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/most-bosses-admit-using-some-form-of-snooping-software-to-spy-on-staff
Attackers can now seamlessly impersonate colleagues, executives, and even customers, making it harder for targets to identify a scam.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/cybercriminals-cashing-in-on-holiday-sales-rush
Did you just buy an RTX 5090 or 5080? If so, you were one of the very lucky few, as Nvidia’s launch offered a vanishingly thin level of GPU supply.
Samsung's next foldable phones could be a lot like its current ones from what we've heard so far.
Fortnite servers are down right now for scheduled maintenance –but it shouldn't be for very long.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/is-fortnite-down-yes-but-not-for-very-long
Let’s make the most of the shortest of all months, with a new collection of desktop wallpapers celebrating new opportunities, sweet memories, happy little moments, and everything in between. All of them created with love by the community for the community. Enjoy! https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/01/desktop-wallpaper-calendars-february-2025/
Smart LED light bulbs are one of the easiest ways to upgrade your home with smart lighting solutions that are both practical and fun. These color-changing bulbs let you customize your space with vibrant RGB color options, cozy warm white or any light color you can imagine. They’re compatible with popular systems like Google Home and can work seamlessly with smart switches and other light switches, making them a key part of your home automation setup.
With app control, you can adjust th
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Some time ago, I was implementing saves for my LOVE2D game. I wanted to do a full dump of the game state -- which included closures (AI), complex graphs, sets with tables as keys and also fundamentally non-serializable data (coroutines and userdata), that require user-defined serialization/deserialization logic. I went through every Lua serialization library -- none covered all data types/cases. So I wrote my own.
It is a polished version, thoroughly annotated, tested and documented. It is
There’s many lists of page speed tips online, but in this article I’ll explain why an approach based on automated tooling and high-level page load analysis is often a more effective path to take. https://webdesignernews.com/website-performance-optimization/
Squid Game, the cultural phenomenon that took the world by storm, was more than just an intense story; it was also a stunning visual experience. In addition to its engaging plot and powerful social commentary, the show’s distinctive and mesmerizing visual style made a lasting impression on its audience. https://webdesignernews.com/minimalism-and-contrast-squid-games-visual-design-principles-for-the-web/
Logos are no longer the sole defining element of a brand, as dynamic branding, AI personalization, and social media dominance challenge their relevance. While still valuable as anchors of identity, logos must evolve into adaptable, integrated tools to thrive in today’s fluid and experience-driven branding landscape. https://webdesignernews.com/are-logos-becoming-irrelevant-in-modern-branding/
Measuring user experience (UX) has always been a complex challenge, requiring a blend of creativity and data-driven precision. To tackle this, I created the User Experience Improvement Score (UEIS), a metric that offers a comprehensive view of UX enhancements while pinpointing specific areas for growth. https://webdesignernews.com/understanding-traditional-ux-metrics/
This week’s Unicorn Club is full of fantastic resources to dive into. From creating seamless UX and understanding the proximity principle to exploring the emotional side of design and the origin of the hamburger icon, there’s plenty to get stuck into. https://webdesignernews.com/css-snippets-audibles-ux-insights/
DeepSeek and the race to surpass human intelligence
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FMS enables accountants to offer value and support SMBs.
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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 31. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-jan-31/#ftag=CADf328eec
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How to use Google Gemini to boost your creativity.
The payment method could debut later this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/x-reveals-new-partnership-with-visa-for-digital-payments-what-we-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
The company plans to use its Model Y and Model 3 cars until its Cybercab launches in 2027. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/tesla-to-launch-self-driving-car-service-in-texas-in-june-elon-musk-says/#ftag=CADf328eec
Williams and Butch Wilmore are scheduled to return to Earth in March after a months-long delay. https://www.cnet.com/science/stranded-nasa-astronauts-on-iss-set-record-for-woman-astronaut-spacewalk/#ftag=CADf328eec
Intel confirmed its next major client CPU architecture during a conference call today: “Nova Lake,” which will debut in 2026.
The news was delivered by Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who heads Intel Product, and David Zinsner, who along with Holthaus is serving as co-chief executive officer of Intel after
Intel's next-generation AI and HPC GPU will only be used internally, Jaguar shores will be the real successor for Gaudi 3 in the AI space.
Hotový NTSYNC ovladač pro Wine zrychlí mnoho her, pro USB subsystém nejen Thunderbolt 3 Alt Mode, podpora senzorů dalších základních desek, další vylepšení souborového systému F2FS. https://www.root.cz/clanky/jadro-linux-6-14-prinese-lepsi-bcachefs-i-temer-vydlazdenou-cestu-pro-ovladace-psane-v-rustu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss
Yet another streaming service is raising its prices. This time, it's Amazon Music Unlimited that's getting more expensive. Prime members will pay $11 a month or $109 a year for an individual plan, up from $10 and $99, respectively. Listeners who aren't part of Prime will see their monthly rates change from $11 to $12 for the individual plan. The family plan is also seeing increased prices, from $17 to $20 per month and from $169 to $199 for a year.
The new pricing structure took effect
Hollywood has been turning to video games for source material quite a bit in recent years. And while their success rate has been improving (
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DeepSeek is a new open-source AI model developed in China that claims to be cheaper and more potent than large language models based in the US, such as ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. https://www.cnet.com/videos/what-is-deepseek-ai-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-new-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 600 for Jan. 31. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-31-600/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,322 for Jan. 31. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-jan-31-1322/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Jan. 31 Strands puzzle, No. 334. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-31-334/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 130 for Jan. 31 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-jan-31-130/#ftag=CADf328eec
One of the best Spider-Man outfits in gaming is out if you have the money for it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/spider-man-2-ps5-skin-now-available-on-marvel-rivals/#ftag=CADf328eec
Seagate STKP28000400 28TB HDD combines massive storage capacity with USB-A and USB-C connectivity.
Nvidia's RTX 5000 series could see some competition as a Linux leak may have revealed three new Intel Arc Battlemage GPUs.
In one of his first major acts since taking over as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr has directed the agency to open an investigation into NPR and PBS. Carr informed informed both organizations of the probe in a letter in a letter that was first
The Video Game History Foundation has unveiled its digital library, a massive undertaking that makes the organization's own materials as well as some private collections available for anyone to read. This project was first
Netflix's next Tudum fan event will take place on May 31 in Los Angeles. For the first time, the company will stream the event live on its own platform. Past iterations have been livestreamed on YouTube, Twitch and Netflix's social channels.
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Can you neuter the AI on a Google phone? We gave it a try so you'll know how. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-tried-to-turn-off-the-ai-on-my-pixel-9-it-wasnt-easy/#ftag=CADf328eec
You'll need to square up with the IRS every quarter to avoid penalties. Here's how to pay. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/if-you-have-a-side-hustle-prepare-now-for-estimated-taxes/#ftag=CADf328eec
For better battery life, try switching off the sleek animations. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/these-3-ios-settings-can-drain-your-iphone-battery/#ftag=CADf328eec
New guidance from the US Copyright Office says AI images and the prompts used to create them are not copyrightable. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ai-edited-images-and-movies-could-still-be-copyrighted-us-agency-advises/#ftag=CADf328eec
The last time Amazon increased the price of these plans was in 2023. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/amazon-music-unlimited-price-hike-heres-how-much-plans-now-cost/#ftag=CADf328eec
The breakdown of the numbers might surprise you. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/we-did-the-math-how-much-more-expensive-is-grocery-shopping-with-instacart-really/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can use this feature to open your camera and perform other useful tasks. It works even if you keep your iPhone in a case. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/theres-a-useful-button-hidden-on-the-back-of-your-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec
Yet another hit Xbox franchise crosses the console divide. The racing game will soon be available on PlayStation. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/formerly-xbox-and-pc-exclusive-forza-horizon-5-is-heading-to-ps5-this-spring/#ftag=CADf328eec
Eligible Apple Watch owners have until April 10, 2025, to apply for a payout. https://www.cnet.com/tech/apple-reaches-20m-settlement-in-watch-battery-lawsuit-heres-who-qualifies/#ftag=CADf328eec
Lazarus hopes devs would pick up the wrong version by mistake.
Pick up the iPad 10 for $299 in time for Valentine's Day.
Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner claims despite DeepSeek's recent success in AI, it's not leading the pack. However, if President Trump revokes the NVIDIA AI chip exportation ban, it would be a huge win for China.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is finally coming out soon, and preorders are live. Here's where you can get a copy, as well as all the benefits each edition gives you.
Microsoft is taking an aggressive step towards lowering the price of top-tier AI reasoning, placing what appears to be unlimited access to OpenAI’s o1 model directly within Copilot’s new “Think Deeper” feature.
What’s important here is the word “free”: OpenAI released the o1 model in December, and company chief executive Sam Altman promised that it would be
Microsoft has taken the hot new AI model, DeepSeek, and made it available for Copilot+ PCs — and on the NPU, no less.
If it seems like every other week something important is happening in the AI space — well, that’s not too far from the truth. And while it’s sometimes difficult to tell which developments are the most significant, the recent release of Chine
If you don’t have a security camera yet, what are you waiting for? They’re so affordable and easy to set up these days, there’s no reason not to get one — especially when you have options like the Eufy SoloCam S220.
This solar-powered security camera is great for outdoor home surveillance, and right now
Seagate says it had nothing to do with used hard drives fraudulently sold as new ones, and recommends resellers to only buy from certified Seagate partners.
ASRock's Creator Radeon RX 7900XTX is available at a small discount.
Many of us in the northern hemisphere are contending with the harsh realities of winter and while the weather outside is often awful, at least we can try to be more comfortable when we're home. A smart thermostat can prove useful on that front as it can optimize the conditions in your home, whether you're there or away. The