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 Need a Mac VPN? Norton VPN just got a serious upgrade that you'd expect it already had

A kill switch feature finally lands on Norton's macOS app, and the provider is also expected to add it to its iPhone VPN soon. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/need-a-mac-vpn-norton-vpn-just-got-a-serious-upgrade-that-youd-expect-it-already-had

 Windows Central Game Awards 2024 — Showcasing the best Xbox and PC games of the year

It's that time of year again. Windows Central's team comes together to showcase our favorite games of the past year across Xbox and Windows PC.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/windows-central-game-awards-2024

How big does a gaming monitor really need to be?
16d | pcworld.com
The Morning After: Google accused of using novices to fact-check Gemini’s AI answers

Last week, Google allegedly instructed contract workers evaluating Gemini not to skip any prompts, regardless of their expertise, TechCrunch reports based on internal guidance it viewed.

Now, contractors have allegedly been instructed not to skip prompts that “require specialized domain knowledge” and to “rate the parts of the promp

16d | Engadget
Engadget Podcast: The AI hype train stalled in 2024

This week, we're looking back at our hellish 2024 and trying to figure out where to go from here. We began the year with enormous hype around artificial intelligence, but that's cooled off after seeing how useless many AI features have been. It's also clear that many companies, including Microsoft and Apple, are trying to push half-baked AI concepts onto users. Looking forward, we're expecting a rough few years for the tech industry (not to mention the world as a whole).


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16d | Engadget
Our favorite tech we bought in 2024

We at Engadget are in the unique position to test out many more gadgets than we actually use on a regular basis. It just comes with the territory of reviewing the newest smartphones or testing out dozens of power banks to find the best ones. But we still have to buy things for oursel

16d | Engadget
YouTube will crack down on 'egregious clickbait,' starting in India

Clickbait videos have always been annoying, but there are times when they can be downright harmful. YouTube has vowed to strengthen its enforcement efforts when it comes to dealing with "egregious clickbait" on its websit

16d | Engadget
Show HN: Interactive graphs in Rerun with a Rust port of D3-force

Rerun 0.21 comes with a new graph viewer that's written in Rust and runs in the browser via wasm. It's powered by a new force based layout engine that is a port of much of d3-force to Rust. (The release also contains some other cool stuff like undo/redo implemented on top of a timeseries DB.)

We built this with applications in robotics and spatial computing in mind but would love to hear feedback from folks that would see this as useful in other domains as well.


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16d | Hacker news
Digits Separators in Dart 3.6

Since Dart 3.6 (Flutter 3.27), you can use _ as a digits separator. This works with integers and floats, as well as custom formats (hex, scientific). https://codewithandrea.com/tips/digits-separators-dart-3-6/

Color API Deprecations in Flutter 3.27

To support the latest wide gamut color spaces, Flutter 3.27 has deprecated some properties and methods in the Color class. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/color-deprecations-flutter-3-27/

The ListWheelScrollView Widget

If you need to select between a small list of values but have limited vertical space, you can use a ListWheelScrollView. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/list-wheel-scroll-view/

AI Labels Need to Be the New Norm in 2025

Commentary: AI images will be harder than ever to identify next year. That's why we need better AI labels in 2025 to avoid disastrous consequences. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ai-labels-need-to-be-the-new-norm-in-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

16d | cnet.com
This Gargantuan 98-Inch TCL TV Is $3,000 Off for the Holidays

That's a 50% discount, and Best Buy's free installation saves you an extra $399 (and a lot of work). https://www.cnet.com/deals/tcl-qm8-98-inch-tv-half-off-holidays/#ftag=CADf328eec

16d | cnet.com
Best Friend Gifts to Treat Your BFF

Find the perfect gift for your bestie can be tricky -- you want to make your best friend feel special, without breaking the bank. Our gifting experts have hand-picked this list of gifts for your BFF that feel personal, unique and budget-friendly. https://www.cnet.com/news/best-friend-gifts/#ftag=CADf328eec

16d | cnet.com
 A seemingly leaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra case all but confirms the phone's design

A supposedly leaked Spigen case provides another look at the likely Galaxy S25 Ultra design, and we're hearing again that the Galaxy S25 could have 12GB of RAM.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/a-seemingly-leaked-samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-case-all-but-confirms-the-phones-design

 Top Uber rival leaks user and driver data online

Rapido was apparently exposing a feedback archive online, which included emails and phone numbers.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/top-uber-rival-leaks-user-and-driver-data-online

 Spending on cloud infrastructure could actually fall in 2025

Cloud spend is predicted to rise considerably in 2025, but what about the areas predictions don’t cover?

https://www.techradar.com/pro/spending-on-cloud-infrastructure-could-actually-fall-in-2025

Deep clean your Windows PC: 10 professional tricks and tools
16d | pcworld.com
5 ways to stay safe against new cyber threats targeting your phone
16d | pcworld.com
This Unemployment Class Action Settlement Ends Today: Are You Eligible?

Today is the last day you'll have to opt into a settlement concerning pandemic-era unemployment benefits seized by the state of Michigan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/this-unemployment-class-action-settlement-ends-today-are-you-eligible/#ftag=CADf328eec

16d | cnet.com
Blood Types: Why Knowing Yours Is Crucial and How to Find It

Knowing your blood type is more important than you think. Here's why and tips for finding yours before an emergency happens. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/blood-types-why-knowing-yours-is-crucial-and-how-to-find-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

16d | cnet.com
Skip the subscription drama and own Office 2019 forever
16d | pcworld.com
The best laptops for gaming and schoolwork in 2025

While there remain regular laptops and gaming laptops, the line that separates them has nearly disappeared. Today, if you have a fast CPU and graphics card, along with perks like a big screen and a good cooling system, you can play a decent number of games on your laptop. Besides, not everyone wants a big, garish gaming rig, nor does everyone want to spend the money required to get one of those. If you’re considering a new laptop for school, there are more options now than ever before that ca

16d | Engadget
What Happens to My Benefits if the Federal Government Shuts Down Friday Midnight?

Congress has until the midnight Friday to approve funding for the federal government before it shuts down. But what would a shutdown actually mean for you and your family? https://www.cnet.com/how-to/what-happens-to-my-benefits-if-the-federal-government-shuts-down-friday-midnight/#ftag=CADf328eec

17d | cnet.com
Show HN: Gribstream.com – Historical Weather Forecast API

Hello! I'd like share about my sideproject https://gribstream.com

It is an API to extract weather forecasting data from the National Blend of Models (NBM) https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/mdl/nbm and the Global Forecast System (GFS) https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/weather-climate-mod

17d | Hacker news
What We’ve Learned About Mattress Firmness, Thanks to Our Mattress Smasher 9000

With CNET's one-of-a-kind device, our sleep experts have objectively tested the firmness levels of nearly 100 beds so far. Here’s what we’ve found. https://www.cnet.com/health/what-weve-learned-about-mattress-firmness-thanks-to-our-mattress-smasher-9000/#ftag=CADf328eec

17d | cnet.com
You Should Rinse All Produce, but Especially Wash These 12 Pesticide-Prone Fruits and Vegetables

Pesticides and other chemicals can linger on produce all the way from the field to your fruit tray, but we've got a list of the 12 most susceptible and the 15 least likely. https://www.cnet.com/news/you-should-rinse-all-produce-but-especially-these-12-pesticide-prone-fruits-vegetables/#ftag=CADf328eec

17d | cnet.com
 NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Friday, December 20 (game #558)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-20-december-2024