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Apple nukes Wireless CarPlay bug with iOS 18.4.1

Apple has released iOS 18.4.1, bringing a few bug fixes for iPhone users, including resolving an issue with the CarPlay automotive platform. The update which is available to download now “addresses a rare issue that prevents wireless CarPlay connection in certain vehicles” the release notes say. If you’ve been struggling to access your favourite tunes [...]

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AI music is flooding streaming services, only Deezer is on it

Music streaming service Deezer has revealed almost one in five tracks uploaded to the platform every day is now AI generated. The company says 20,000 tracks per day are being added to the service, which have been fully generated by artificial intelligence. Incredibly, the 18% of total track uploads this figure accounts for is up [...]

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Elastic Stack 8.17.5 released

Version 8.17.5 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.17.5 over the previous version 8.17.5

For details of the issues that have been fixed and a full list of changes for each product in this version, please refer to the release notes.

https://www.elastic

Here’s how to watch the Mario Kart-focused Nintendo Direct

There’s yet another Nintendo Direct coming our way, which is the third in less than a month. This one is entirely focused on the upcoming Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World. It starts at 9AM ET and should last around 15 minutes

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Samsung Odyssey 3D monitor hands-on: This should be the new baseline for glasses-free 3D

It seems like every few years, gadget makers try to come up with something that will make us care about seeing things in 3D again. Without going all the way back to the 1800s, the first Avatar movie brought millions to theaters to watch blue cat people dance around in stere

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iOS 18.4.1 patches two iPhone security flaws used in 'extremely sophisticated' attacks

On Wednesday, Apple pushed updates to most of its platforms: iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, macOS 15.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1 and visionOS 2.4.1. They contain two security fixes for flaws that may have been used in real-world attacks, so it's wise to update your devices without too much delay.

Apple is aware of a report that both security issues "may have bee

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The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker EV has solid 4X4 bonafides but mediocre range

Subaru has unveiled its second-ever EV, the 2026 Trailseeker, at the New York International Auto Show. It's a slightly larger version of the company's first electric vehicle, the Solterra, and is likely based on the same platform — also used by Toyota with its BZ4X electric SUV. Yo

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Database for cybersecurity vulnerabilities secures last-minute government funding

The US government has continued to make drastic cuts to budgets and personnel, but one cybersecurity service has at least temporarily avoided the chop. The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures database operated by nonprofit MITRE Corp will receive 11 months of federal support. A representative from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, whose par

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Full vs. Queen: What Are the Differences and Who's It Best For?

When comparing a full-size mattress to a queen-size mattress, consider key factors like room size, sleep style, sleep companions, bedding and budget. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/full-vs-queen-what-are-the-differences-and-whos-it-best-for/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Baldur's Gate 3's Final Patch Adds Cross-Play, 12 New Subclasses and Photo Mode

Larian Studios' final big update includes major gameplay elements and new screen capture tools, plus fun surprises to send off the game in style. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/baldurs-gate-3s-final-patch-adds-cross-play-12-new-subclasses-and-photo-mode/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Fitbit users are losing a key Google feature, but Amazon can help

Fitbit smartwatches like the Versa and Sense are about to lose Google Assistant functionality, the company has announced. In an updated support post, Google announced it is phasing out the voice control functionality which has been available on devices like the Versa 3 since 2020. In better news for Versa owners, support for Amazon Alexa [...]

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Xbox app update lets you buy and install games on your console

Microsoft is finally enabling Xbox owners to purchase games from inside the Xbox mobile app. The update, which is rolling out to beta users on iOS and Android and will be available for everyone soon, fulfills a long-held feature request from Xbox users. As well as game purchases, gamers will also be able to nab [...]

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 Xbox update finally lets you buy games through the mobile app, while "Stream Your Own Game" comes to console

The Xbox mobile app will soon let players buy games and subscribe to Xbox Game Pass, while the "Stream Your Own Game" featureis coming to Xbox consoles.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-mobile-app-buy-games-stream-your-own-game-xbox-consoles

 Microsoft doesn't want to support ChatGPT training anymore — but OpenAI isn't "compute-constrained," according to Sam Altman

Microsoft is slowing its role in its multi-billion dollar partnership with OpenAI, and has reportedly pulled out of two big data center deals that would have provided additional support for ChatGPT's training.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-doesnt-want-to-support-chatgpt-training-anymore

 New PCIe adapters turn your x16 slot into a clown car of GPU and SSD connectivity

HighPoint’s new PCIe Gen 5 and Gen 4 adapters bring modular, high-bandwidth expansion to workstations and servers, ideal for AI, storage-heavy tasks, and GPU-dense configurations.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/storage/new-pcie-adapters-turn-your-x16-slot-into-a-clown-car-of-gpu-and-ssd-connectivity

Panasonic S1R II review: An excellent hybrid camera that’s cheaper than rivals

With the A1, Sony was the first to introduce a high-resolution hybrid camera that was equally adept at stills and video — but boy was it expensive. Nikon and Canon followed that template with the R5 II an

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OpenAI's new o3 and o4-mini models are all about 'thinking with images'

A mere two days after announcing GPT-4.1, OpenAI is releasing not one but two new models. The company today announced the public availability of o3 and o4-mini. Of the former, OpenAI says o3 is its most advanced reasoning model yet, with it showing "strong performance" in coding, math

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X may soon replace DMs with its upcoming chat platform

X DMs may soon be kaput. On Tuesday, a company software engineer posted on the platform that "the whole entire DM's will be gone soon." But the former Twitter isn't getting rid of messaging; the company is said to be replacing it with a full-fledged chatting system called XChat.

X Software Engineer Zach Warunek replied to another use

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Cronos: The New Dawn seems to smush Dead Space and Control together (in a good way)

Bloober Team has provided a first proper look at gameplay for its latest project,

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Xbox users can now stream games they own on their consoles

Microsoft just announced that Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One owners can now stream select games they own directly from the console. This feature is exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate members.

What’s the point of this? It’s intended to save both time and hard drive space. Gamers can jump right in immediately, without having to download and

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Tariffs Explained: Trump's Import Plans Are Always Changing, Here's What It All Means

Trump's raft of tariff plans has been dubbed "worse than the worst-case scenario," and markets have ricocheted up and down as the specifics have been altered. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/tariffs-explained-trumps-import-plans-are-always-changing-heres-what-it-all-means/#ftag=CADf328eec

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How to Watch Fortnite's Big Star Wars Celebration Live Stream

Is it actually going to be a full Star Wars-themed season of Fortnite? We'll be watching this live stream with great interest. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/how-to-watch-fortnites-big-star-wars-celebration-live-stream/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 I spent a week using this sub-$500 2-in-1 Chromebook — I can't believe how much better they are in 2025

The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 is a solid laptop for anyone on a tight budget, especially students or retirees. With a sturdy build, vivid display, and easy set-up, it’s a quality Chromebook.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/chromebooks/acer-chromebook-spin-312-review

I spent a day playing the Switch 2 and Nintendo has answered all my biggest concerns

OPINION: Shortly after the reveal of the Switch 2, Nintendo invited me along to spend some quality time with the new console ahead of its summer release. There are a lot of tech releases I am anticipating this year, from the iPhone 17 Air to the next round of Qualcomm-powered laptops, but if I had [...]

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 RTX 5060 Ti gets official support in NVIDIA’s newest driver, stability concerns are addressed

NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti launched today, and with it comes an updated Game Ready driver. A couple of games pick up MFG support, and there's a list of stability fixes.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/nvidia-game-ready-driver-update-rtx-5060-ti

Recent Microsoft Edge optimizations have made it up to 9% faster
I want this retro keyboard inspired by Apple TV’s ‘Severance’
Steam has a hidden tool that shows how much you’ve spent over the years
Forget FPS. Here’s why Frame Time is the PC gaming stat that matters most
Get Dell’s awesome 1440p IPS gaming monitor for insanely cheap: $140
 Intel has championed High-NA EUV chipmaking tools, but costs and other limitations could delay industry-wide adoption: Report

Intel has taken an early lead in High-NA EUV lithography, but widespread adoption remains constrained by high tool costs, limited exposure field size, and potential need for substantial ecosystem upgrades.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/intel-has-championed-high-na-euv-chipmaking-tools-but-costs-and-other-limitations-could-delay-industry-wide-ado

 Gigabyte chops PCIe finger in half on its dual-fan RTX 5060 Ti cards

Photos of Gigabyte's RTX 5060 Ti Eagle have cropped up revealing a incredibly short PCB that only makes up half the width of the dual-fan graphics card.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/gigabyte-chops-pcie-finger-in-half-on-its-dual-fan-rtx-5060-ti-cards

SymfonyOnline June 2025: Rethinking File Handling in Symfony

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-rethinking-file-handling-in-symfony?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

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The coolest cars at the 2025 New York International Auto Show

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and despite concerns over tariffs, there are still a lot of manufacturers here showing off new models including a handful of US and global debuts. So without further ado, here are some of the coolest cars on display at the 2025 NYIAS. 

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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a love letter to the series' NES roots

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a labor of love. You can see it in every pixel, animation and cutscene of the new 2D action game. It might be a surprise then that it's not the work of Team Ninja, the studio

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Spotify is down: The music-streaming service's outage is not a 'security hack'

The music-streaming app Spotify is down, leaving millions of music fans in the lurch. The company is aware of an issue and says it’s checking things out. To that end, we don’t know why it’s down or how long the service will remain unavailable. It looks like both the app and web client aren’t working right now.

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Two years of ProtonVPN is 64 percent off right now

A VPN (virtual private network) can help you stay safe online and one of our top picks is currently on sale. A two-year subscription to the

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Scientists film a living colossal squid for the first time

Scientists have caught a colossal squid on camera in its natural environment for the very time, according to a report by the BBC. This happened around 100 years after the species was originally discovered, proving just how vast and mys

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Launch HN: Jasmine (YC S22) – Automating REC compliance and payouts for solar

Hi HN — we’re Nathalie, Dalton, Vince, and Matt, and we’re launching Jasmine Energy (https://www.jasmine.energy), a tool that helps residential and commercial solar owners automatically register their systems, track energy generation, and get paid for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).

RECs are tradeable certificates for clean electricity, issued by energy markets across the US. Most people with rooftop or small commercial solar have never heard