Personalization is key to Spotify's Wrapped 2024 which also includes podcasts and artists' thank you messages. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/spotify-wrapped-2024-adds-personalized-ai-podcast-about-your-music/#ftag=CADf328eec
This small but mighty multitool punches way above its weight, and it's 20% off today, keeping its Cyber Monday sale price. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-multitool-is-in-all-my-go-bags-and-its-still-on-sale-after-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Everything new in the Garmin December update.
Max will start sending reminders about its password sharing crackdown next week.
European authorities have disrupted and deciphered a chat service used by criminals.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/police-crack-encrypted-chat-service-matrix-used-by-criminals
The VPN provider promises that the unique IP cannot be traced back to you thanks to an innovative zero-trust approach. Here's all you need to know.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/vpn/expressvpn-launches-new-one-of-a-kind-dedicated-ip-service
These Nintendo Switch 2 accessories might be on sale now, but you shouldn't trust them.
Is your Spotify Wrapped 2024 stubbornly refusing to show up? Here's a few potential fixes.
Oh great, Microsoft gets even more heavy-handed trying to force people to get new PCs for Windows 11
NASA projects like IRIS, HMI and AIA have been affected by a burst pipe, taking a key data center offline.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/one-of-nasas-top-data-centers-taken-offline-by-flood
Spotify Wrapped 2024 has landed, so you can see everything you've been listening to for the past 12 months.
https://www.techradar.com/audio/audio-streaming/spotify-wrapped-2024-how-to-find-it
Spotify Wrapped 2024 has finally landed –here's our guide to using the recap's new features, plus all of our latest reactions.
https://www.techradar.com/news/live/spotify-wrapped-2024-live
Months after being spotted, Salt Typhoon is still lurking, CISA says.
Grab the HP Envy x360 16 2-in-1 laptop in AMD or Intel configurations for as little as $649
Act fast to snag a great deal at Amazon on these 5 Motorola Android phones.
Intel just announced a pair of desktop GPUs that promise to deliver 1440p gaming at a more affordable price than competing graphics from NVIDIA and AMD.
The third map is dropping in Black Ops 6 Zombies very soon, so here are the details on when you can play.
There’s no denying that ChatGPT and other AI chatbots make impressive chat companions that can converse with you on just about anything.
Their conversational powers can be extremely convincing too; if they’ve made you feel safe about sharing your personal details, you’re not alone. But — newsflash! — you’re not talking to your toaster. Anything you tell an
If you’re like me, not a day goes by where you haven’t plugged in at least one gadget or device for a quick recharge. If your charge times are slow even though you have fast plugs, the culprit could be your cables.
Fortunately, right now you can grab this 2-pack of 100W US
The latest-gen Biostar Valkyrie offers an updated appearance and BIOS, robust power delivery, Thunderbolt 4, and a lot of connectivity. But it has only one PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 socket, doesn’t come with Wi-Fi, and so far it doesn't seem to be available in the U.S.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/biostar-x870e-valkyrie-review
Chinese industry condemns sweeping sanctions against the country's semiconductor industry by the U.S. government.
Intel begins to shortlist potential candidates to the CEO position.
Nvidia may be looking to buy other companies to expand its capabilities. In a recent conference, its CFO specifically mentioned the prospects for growth through mergers and acquisitions.
The SRAM cell size of Intel's 18A cannot match that of TSMC N2, but can TSMC's technology match 18A performance and power?
AMD is preparing to launch mid-range the Radeon RX 8600 and RX 8800 graphics cards to succeed the Radeon RX 7600 and RX 7800 series.
Microsoft has clarified that it will not lift the TPM 2.0 requirement for Windows 11 as Windows 10 approaches EOL.
The connected fitness boom of pandemic-era lockdowns is long behind us (hopefully), but Growl, a new startup, is still looking to bolt a workout to the wall of your home. Think of Tonal, except instead of resistance training, it's a boxing-inspired heavy bag session.
The wall-mounted Growl is, according to the company, powered by AI and Unreal Engine and appears to have overhead projectors, which beam the image of a life-sized coach onto the convex punching surface. 3D motion tracking
Apple has wrapped up all your listening stats in a bow with its annual recap of your entire year in music streaming. This time, you can view the full Replay experience in the Apple Music app via the home, new and search tab — yes, no need to go to a microsite for your vital listening statistics. You can save a playlist of
There's a chill in the air, lights have been strung through the trees and winter coats are a daily need. All this can only mean one thing: it's Spotify Wrapped season. Today, Spotify Wrapped begins rolling out to users across the globe with a slew of new features powered by
Hi guys,
I want to share the recent project i developed. I built AlternateOSS, a directory of free, open source alternatives and competitors to popular software.
Currently, i have listed 200+ tools so far and organized them carefully based on their main functionalities. I ranked them based on its category relevancy and feature completeness.
Some technical details & features:
- fully static site built with Astro
- View Transition API for smooth navigation
- Instant/static search w
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This article explores the differences between CSS and Sass, highlights their respective benefits, and provides code examples to illustrate their unique features. https://webdesignernews.com/css-vs-sass-a-complete-guide-to-smarter-web-styling/
Welcome to Part 2 of our guide on integrating Live Activities and Dynamic Island in iOS. In Part 1, we explored the fundamentals—how to set up a Live Activity, manage its lifecycle, and design layouts that work seamlessly on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. https://webdesignernews.com/integrating-live-activity-and-dynamic-island-in-ios/
Forms are already notoriously tough to customize and style — to the extent that we’re already starting to see new ideas for more flexible control. But what we don’t often discuss is designing good-form experiences beyond validation. That’s what Jima Victor discusses in this article, focusing specifically on creating multi-step forms that involve navigation between sections. https://webdesignernews.com/creating-an-effective-multistep-form-for-better-user-experience/
Hair brushes let you replicate textures, strands, and gradients with just a few strokes, saving hours of manual work. The best part? Many of these tools are available for free, offering high-quality results without denting your budget. They range from fine, detailed strands perfect for close-ups to dynamic locks for quick volume rendering. https://webdesignernews.com/20-free-realistic-hair-brushes-for-photoshop/
IKEA’s Hus of FRAKTA pop-up on Oxford Street celebrates the iconic blue FRAKTA bag through immersive design experiences, creative customization stations, and a curated collection of bold, functional products. This playful tribute highlights how simple, democratic design can inspire creativity and elevate everyday objects into cultural icons. https://webdesignernews.com/hus-of-frakta-where-design-meets-creativity-in-london/
Most of my multi-page designs are typically created in Adobe InDesign, but for simpler layouts, I sometimes opt for Illustrator. While InDesign offers more advanced tools for managing text styles, the key advantage lies in its use of Master Pages. However, Illustrator also supports threaded text, allowing you to link text areas and have the content flow from one frame to another, along with several useful options and features. https://webdesignernews.com/choosing-the-right-tool-for-multi-page-de
Gen Z – a generation of young people born between the last few years of the 20th century and the first ten years of the 21st, are the primary users of a modern-day Internet. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-a-better-ux-design-for-the-users-of-younger-generations/
Cyber Monday is over, but plenty of deals remain. Grab one of these late Apple Watch deals and save while you can. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-apple-watch-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can still save up to $500 using these Cyber Monday iPad deals before they're gone. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-ipad-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
As rates continue to fall, waiting could mean you'll miss out on extra money for your savings. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/these-savings-rates-wont-last-dont-wait-until-the-new-year-to-make-a-move-todays-savings-rates-dec-4-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
While Cyber Monday is over, you can still grab these under $100 deals across different categories for a limited time. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-deals-under-100-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Locking in a high APY now can protect your money from more rate drops. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/cd-rates-are-still-high-but-theyre-falling-fast-todays-cd-rates-dec-2-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Last chance to score these e-bike and scooter deals before they ride off into the sunset. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/best-cyber-monday-deals-on-e-bikes-and-electric-scooters-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Act now and save a huge amount of money on the best Apple items while they're still available. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-apple-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
T-Mobile is still discounting new phones, tablets and more as its Cyber Monday sale ends -- but not for much longer. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-t-mobile-cyber-monday-deal-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple says the update brings two important security patches to your device. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/you-should-download-ios-18-1-1-to-your-iphone-immedaitely/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's thin and light for its size, but a short runtime and a few design miscues make this a low-cost laptop to skip. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/lenovo-ideapad-slim-3i-review-budget-laptop-comes-up-short/#ftag=CADf328eec
With these lingering Cyber Monday deals, there's plenty of time to upgrade your computer at a discount. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-laptop-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Save big this holiday season with these holdover Cyber Monday deals from Best Buy. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-buy-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Samsung is rolling out Wear OS 5 to two older Galaxy Watch models.
Fallout season 2 has entered full production after two of its three main stars confirmed filming has begun.
Unfair Windows Server software pricing has disproportionately affected UK SMBs, Microsoft could pay out £1bn.
Leaked photos of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra SIM card trays have shown off four possible colors.
Can’t wait for RDNA 4 GPUs to arrive? We should see them next month at CES 2025, among a bunch of other gaming goodies.
It'll be "the best home entertainment experience", apparently…
The GoChess Mini is not your average chess board - it has built-in AI personal coaching to make you a better player.
Workers are failing to adhere to simple cybersecurity guidelines, putting their employers at risk of a breach.
Amazon Music Delivered 2024 is here to show off your year in music.
A well-respected Apple analyst sheds some light on the new Apple gadgets we can expect over the next 12 months.
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar indicated the company will roll out the new business model thoughtfully to retain the platform's minimalist appeal.
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/openai-could-chase-intrusive-ads-as-last-resort
Xbox highlights its improvements in gaming accessibility, including new announcements about button remapping features and printable 3D files for adaptive thumb sticks among other improvements.
A concept designer recently shared a short clip envisioning Windows 12's design with a new design language and refined user experience, including Windows AI and a centered taskbar featuring rounded corners.
SSDs are finely tuned, blazing-fast storage devices that can take more advantage of the high bandwidth of PCIe 5.0 than even the fastest graphics cards. But like all instruments of performance, you can’t treat them poorly and expect them to last forever.
There ar
As with any overly marketed products, the claims around virtual private networks (VPNs) can be fishy. Phrases like “military-grade encryption” or “total anonymity” aren’t verifiable, and certainly won’t help you decide which services suit your browsing needs best. As more of these companies embrace influencer marketing to sell their products, the obscure lingo has only grown, making it a confusing field to navigate, despite VPNs’ importance for online security.
We tested nine of the mo
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TL;DR: Turn complex data into simple visuals with a lifetim
It's a basement battle at Portman Road as the Tractor Boys host the struggling Eagles. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-ipswich-vs-crystal-palace-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Even though Cyber Monday has come to an end, CNET's shopping experts found the best deals still available on laptops, TVs, smart tech and more. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-deals-live-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
The controversial CSAM scanning plan keeps coming back. Here's what we know so far.
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Hey HN fam,
We’ve seen developers spend a lot of time implementing advanced RAG techniques from scratch.
While these techniques are essential for improving performance, their implementation requires a lot of effort and testing!
To help with this process, our team (Athina AI) has released Open-Source Advanced RAG Cookbooks.
This is a collection of ready-to-run Google Colab notebooks featuring the most commonly implemented techniques.
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The A1 Mini from Bambu Lab is just $179. That's an impossibly low price for a 3D printer this good. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-3d-printer-is-simply-the-best-gift-you-can-give-this-year/#ftag=CADf328eec
Crush your workout goals and burn off those extra calories this holiday season with this neoprene-coated cast iron dumbbell set. But you'll need to hurry before this Cyber Week deal ends. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-jfit-dumbbell-set-is-still-available-at-40-off-for-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you're looking for the perfect stocking stuffer or small gift, consider the cutest Bluetooth speaker for an amazing price under $10. https://www.cnet.com/deals/last-chance-to-score-this-grogu-mini-bluetooth-speaker-before-the-cyber-monday-deals-end/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Mac Mini packs quite the punch and is the perfect way to get the power of Apple without the hefty price tag. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-170-on-an-apple-mac-mini-in-this-cyber-monday-deal-still-available-at-woot/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,264 for Dec. 4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-4-1264/#ftag=CADf328eec