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Article URL: https://www.adacore.com/gems

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986149

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Article URL: https://jacksonpollock.org/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986320

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Article URL: https://datagubbe.se/endofciv/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986485

Points: 63

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Article URL: https://getklippy.com

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986558

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Article URL: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/deep-fake-detector/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986613

Points: 9

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https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/deep-fake-detector/

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,331 for Feb. 9. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-feb-9-1331/#ftag=CADf328eec

Fashionistas, you should do well on today's Feb. 9 Strands puzzle, No. 343. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-feb-9-343/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 609 for Feb. 9. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-feb-9-609/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 139 for Feb. 9. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-feb-9-139/#ftag=CADf328eec

Discover an easier way to find something new to watch on Netflix, starting with smarter browsing options. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/netflix-isnt-showing-you-all-its-movies-and-shows-heres-how-to-get-them/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Microsoft co-founder also talked about how tripping on acid had him thinking about code.

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/bill-gates-human-not-needed-most-things-ai

Article URL: https://origamee.net/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42960684

Points: 54

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Article URL: https://kevin.burke.dev/kevin/norcal-cities-new-utility/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42975492

Points: 117

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Article URL: https://softwarecrisis.dev/letters/llmentalist/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983571

Points: 69

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Article URL: https://antirez.com/news/145

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983275

Points: 345

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https://antirez.com/news/145

I've recently launched a new open-source project aimed at enhancing the experience of switching between Spaces/workspaces on macOS. The built-in Spaces feature is often slow and unfriendly. This project is designed to boost your productivity :). Enjoy!

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42984420

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https://github.com/wojciech-kulik/FlashSpace

Article URL: https://scorpiosoftware.net/2025/02/08/writing-a-simple-driver-in-rust/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42984457

Points: 104

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https://scorpiosoftware.net/2025/02/08/writing-a-simple-driver-in-rust/

This is a loose port of https://golang.org/x/tools/txtar, which concatenates files together and allows for a top-level comment.

The txtar format is specifically designed to be easy for humans to read and write by hand. It's perfect for test data.

The library itself tries to follow scheme standards by depending on only SRFIs (and if you're new to scheme like me, SRFI stands for "Scheme Requests For Implementation," and it's lik

Article URL: https://www.afi.com/news/the-daughter-of-dawn-1920-afi-catalog-spotlight/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42984813

Points: 30

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https://www.afi.com/news/the-daughter-of-dawn-1920-afi-catalog-spotlight/

Article URL: https://johnkerl.org/doc/ortho/ortho.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42985427

Points: 80

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Article URL: https://lupyuen.org/articles/rewind.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42985749

Points: 5

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Article URL: https://www.keelinglabs.com/jobs

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Competition over whose generative AI search is most used continues amid the launch of DeepSeek. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpt-search-no-longer-requires-an-openai-login/#ftag=CADf328eec

Paramount Plus and Disney Plus are also on the menu. https://www.cnet.com/deals/you-can-get-hulu-and-max-for-free-with-food-delivery-memberships-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec

Data from Similarweb shows DeepSeek is now the third most used AI tool, but is its popularity already waning?

https://www.techradar.com/pro/exponential-growth-but-for-how-long-deepseeks-meteoric-rise-in-ai-land-continues-unabated-fresh-similarweb-data-shows

Acer PD1520Us is one of the smallest ultra-short throw projectors, weighing just 740 grams for portability.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/could-this-be-the-worlds-smallest-ultra-short-throw-projector-lilliputian-acer-projector-weighs-only-740g-and-projects-100-inch-pictures

A new page from Microsoft about removing the browser from Windows offers no instructions on how to get rid of it.

https://www.laptopmag.com/software/microsoft-doesnt-want-to-help-uninstall-edge

Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden host this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, and on the agenda is Windows 11 and what looks to be next for the platform, including new features and Selenium. And more!

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/windows-central-podcast-whats-next-for-windows-11

Bing returns the homepage of the Microsoft Edge browser when you click on the Microsoft page that says 'How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge,' with zero instructions written on the website.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/microsoft-edge/microsoft-click-baits-users-with-useless-how-to-uninstall-microsoft-edge-instruction-doc

Nvidia's upcoming RTX Neural Texture Compression has been tested on an RTX 4090. It shows an impressive 96% reduction in texture memory size compared to outgoing texture compression techniques.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidias-new-tech-reduces-vram-usage-by-up-to-96-percent-in-beta-demo-rtx-neural-texture-compression-looks-impressive

Investigations suggest the used Exos HDDs originate from Chinese mining farms that were used to mine Chia.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/hdds/seagates-fraudulent-hard-drives-scandal-deepens-as-clues-point-at-chinese-chia-mining-farms

We may bit a post-CES news lull some days, but the reviews are coming in hot and heavy as February begins. Samsung has already debuted its latest premium phones and we've published a few long-term reviews of devices we've been testing for months. In this installment of the reviews roundup, we've got phones, a

There was widespread confusion after the Tesla CEO claimed the program, which allows Americans to file their taxes straight to the IRS, had been "deleted." https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/no-elon-musk-didnt-end-the-free-direct-file-tax-filing-program-for-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's first vs. second in this Madrid derby at the Bernabeu. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/la-liga-soccer-livestream-how-to-watch-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Air fryers are perfect for creating crispy, healthy brussels sprouts and other veggies. We found the best way to do it. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/make-perfect-brussels-sprouts-with-your-air-fryer-and-our-experts-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Seagulls look to bounce back from a Nottingham Forest thrashing as they host Enzo Maresca's Blues. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-brighton-vs-chelsea-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Stream a solid selection of spine-tingling horror movies on Tubi and skip the Super Bowl this year. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/from-gridiron-to-goosebumps-23-horror-movies-to-stream-on-tubi-during-the-super-bowl/#ftag=CADf328eec

The UFC circus heads to Sydney, Australia, with a much anticipated sequel showdown topping the bill. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ufc-312-du-plessis-vs-strickland-2-watch-livestream-start-time-full-card/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine and WashG1 can both mop your floors, but which is a better choice? We explain the differences to help you choose.

https://www.techradar.com/home/vacuums/dyson-washg1-vs-v15s-detect-submarine-which-of-dysons-mops-should-you-buy

PSN remains down some 16 hours after the outage started. And gamers are getting angry… Here are the latest updates as we get them.

https://www.techradar.com/news/live/playstation-network-outage-february-2025-live

The PlayStation maker has yet to provide updates on what's going on with the network.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/playstation/psn-is-still-down

The HP OMEN 35L can now be equipped with Intel Core Ultra, pairing its beautiful design with capable and reliable performance, as well as some AI smarts.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/hp/hp-omen-35l-2024-review

Some stopgap solutions exist while we wait for Nvidia's official fix.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidia-is-investigating-rtx-5090-and-rtx-5080-instability-issues

Newegg said in a now-deleted Tweet that increased tariffs on Chinese goods caused GPU price hikes.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/newegg-blames-tariffs-for-rtx-5090-and-rtx-5080-price-hikes

Maker _Ctl has created a cool custom home dashboard using a Raspberry Pi 5 as the main board and an old touchscreen monitor as the display panel.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/maker-builds-cool-raspberry-pi-home-dashboard-with-an-old-touchscreen-monitor

AMD's 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X3D may cost $699 and $599, respectively, per data from early listings at Newegg.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/ryzen-9-9950x3d-and-ryzen-9-9900x3d-listed-at-usd699-and-usd599-same-prices-as-last-gen

As soon as late February, a lunar lander will depart from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on its way to the moon carrying instruments that could investigate what’s just beneath the surface. Barely two months into the year, it’ll be the third mission to have set out on a journey toward the moon so far in 2025. If 2024 was all about

Folks,

If you’ve ever been stiffed by a client, contractor, or random jerk, let me tell you: sending a “Please pay me ___” Post-it note ain’t gonna cut it. That’s why I built FreeDemandLetter—and no, I’m not a lawyer, but I sure was a pissed-off contractor who got sick of watching lawyers charge $400 an hour to type three paragraphs.

Why You Should Care

- $230M in back wages was recovered by the Dept. of Labor last year alone. Who knows how much went unclaimed because people didn’t wan

Article URL: https://github.com/RandyGaul/cute_headers

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983197

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Article URL: https://github.com/xajik/thedeck

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983699

Points: 66

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Article URL: https://herecomesthemoon.net/2025/02/carbon-is-not-a-language/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983733

Points: 16

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https://herecomesthemoon.net/2025/02/carbon-is-not-a-language/

Article URL: https://literaryreview.co.uk/no-way-home

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42983835

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I’ve lived with this 5G home broadband service for two years. It's superior to DSL but also has some quirks. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/my-t-mobile-home-internet-experience-what-i-love-and-what-i-could-do-without/#ftag=CADf328eec

Cold winter weather can lead to frozen, burst pipes that create an untold amount of damage in unprepared homes. These smart devices can help you avoid problems. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/the-best-smart-home-gadgets-to-keep-your-home-pipes-from-freezing/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Toffees face the in-form Cherries in a fourth-round clash at Goodison Park. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-everton-vs-bournemouth-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Apple Vision Pro struggles after one year, so how can it evolve from here? This week in our Tech Therapy session, Bridget Carey shares her feelings about riding the Zoox autonomous taxi service in Las Vegas, while Scott Stein looks to the future of the Pebble Watch — and both get reminders to breathe with the Opera Air mindful browser. https://www.cnet.com/videos/apples-vision-pro-problem-zoox-taxicab-confessions-and-more-tech-therapy/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Apple's expensive headset remains something that appeals only to pros (and rich bros). There are things it does right and things it needs to improve as soon as possible. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/apple-vision-pro-one-year-in-the-future-needs-to-hurry-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's an easy AI-powered photo-enhancing tool that'll do the trick. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-enhance-your-photos-using-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec

Samsung's new phones deliver on cameras and battery life, but AI is finally finding its footing, too. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-s25-and-s25-plus-review-ai-thats-enjoyable-without-being-overwhelming/#ftag=CADf328eec

In the wake of the launch of DeepSeek, Google has announced a flood of AI news. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-gemini-2-0-ai-is-out-now-here-are-the-highlights/#ftag=CADf328eec

A few simple tweaks can improve your Wi-Fi signal and get you prepared for the big game. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-to-boost-your-wi-fi-for-the-big-game/#ftag=CADf328eec

Choose the right CD, and you can rack up over $1,000 in interest when you deposit $5,000. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/heres-how-much-you-can-earn-by-depositing-5000-into-a-cd-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

You're not alone if you have questions about fluoride in your water supply. We reached out to experts to get answers. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/fluoride-why-drinking-water-safe-children/#ftag=CADf328eec

AP will switch to Mount McKinley, but not to Gulf of America. But this professor says the name changes may not outlast Donald Trump's presidency. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/gulf-of-america-name-may-not-last-past-trumps-presidency-expert/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can catch the conclusion to season 1 of the popular ABC drama on Feb. 11. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/high-potentials-amirah-j-talks-playing-ava-teases-finale-cliffhangers/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple's next cheap phone could arrive with Apple Intelligence and an Apple-designed 5G modem. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-se-4-rumors-apples-new-se-could-drop-soon-with-an-iphone-14-like-design/#ftag=CADf328eec

Steve Borthwick's team faces a big test at Twickenham as it faces Les Blues. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/england-vs-france-how-to-watch-2025-six-nations-rugby-live-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Magpies face a tough task in this fourth-round clash at a sold out St. Andrew's. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-birmingham-vs-newcastle-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

I love how the PS5 Pro means I don't have to choose between graphics and performance. But I do wish consoles were pushed more before mid-gen or new-generation machines arrive.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/playstation/the-ps5-pro-has-made-me-realize-i-hate-choice

Eager to watch the Super Bowl? Here are the best streams, the cheapest prices and how to watch all four quarters live online as Patrick Mahomes' Kansas City face Philadelphia at New Orleans' Superdome.

https://www.techradar.com/live/news/super-bowl-2025-live

The MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo is a strong business 2-in-1 convertible, offering great battery life, solid performance, sturdy hinges, a bright display, and it comes with an MSI Pen2 stylus. If it had a less cramped keyboard, it would be the perfect business partner.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/msi-summit-13-ai-evo-a2vm-review

The MSI Prestige 13 AI+ Evo offers a stunning display with a smooth keyboard and long battery life, making it ideal for business users, but the overall performance is lacking.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/business-laptops/msi-prestige-13-ai-evo

Thunderbolt 5 boasts quite a few upgrades over Thunderbolt 4, but is it worth splurging on a brand new laptop for these improved features?

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/thunderbolt-5-vs-thunderbolt-4

Amazon Presidents Day sale deals are now live with early discounts

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/amazon-presidents-day-sale-2025

The Audeze MM-100 wired headphones are true high-end cans packing impressive technology at a fraction of the price of other Audeze headsets, and they're amazing.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/audeze-mm-100-review

Wobkey's Rainy 75 Pro mechanical keyboard sounds and feels great and costs much less than you'd expect.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/keyboards/wobkey-rainy-75-pro-review

Commercial-grade excellence comes with a price.

https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/heygears-reflex-rs-review

MediaTek’s CEO said that the company has been conducting simulations around the U.S. tariffs, likely in anticipation of a favorable outcome.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/mediatek-is-conducting-impact-simulations-to-prepare-for-u-s-tariffs

Zotac USA implements a priority access system to sell RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 GPUs directly to its fans on its Discord server.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/zotac-is-selling-rtx-50-series-gpus-directly-to-customers-to-thwart-scalpers

The AOC CQ27G3Z 27-inch curved gaming monitor is available at Amazon for just $219, one of the lowest prices since its first release.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/aoc-27-inch-1440p-240-hz-curved-gaming-monitor-is-now-available-at-an-all-time-low-price-of-usd219

TSMC now requires Chinese IC designers that use FinFET-based process technologies to package them at U.S. government-approved OSATs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/tsmc-bans-more-chip-sales-to-china-due-to-stricter-u-s-export-sanctions

If you need to download and install TikTok in the US, you can do so on Android even though the app isn't back on the Play Store yet. In a tweet, the TikTok Policy account has announced that the service has made Android Package Kits available for download through its official web site. Companies don't typically endorse sideloading, but Tiktok is, of course, a special case. 

The app

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If you own a certain Apple Watch model, you might be eligible for a cash payout, and should file your claim now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-watch-owners-heres-how-you-can-claim-part-of-a-20-million-settlement-how-to-file/#ftag=CADf328eec

The next round of Social Security payments are headed out to beneficiaries. Here's when you can expect it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-february-2025-heres-when-youll-get-your-check/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can skip buying a white noise machine if you have an iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-access-all-the-background-sounds-on-your-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec

We also breakdown the date you need to have your extension filed by. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/filing-a-tax-extension-in-2025-we-explain-all-the-money-youll-delay-if-you-do/#ftag=CADf328eec

Look for these critical warning signs to know if it's time to replace your vacuum. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/time-to-upgrade-your-vacuum-cleaner-heres-how-to-tell/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education repayment plan, expect to pay more later this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/student-loan-payments-could-skyrocket-for-save-borrowers-heres-how-much-yours-could-rise/#ftag=CADf328eec

Pep Guardiola's men travel to east London looking to avoid a massive cup upset. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-leyton-orient-vs-man-city-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Do multivitamins have any effect on our memory or brain health? https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/what-to-know-multivitamins-memory-brain-health-age/#ftag=CADf328eec

Regain control of your internet connection. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/yes-your-internet-provider-can-throttle-your-speed-heres-how-to-make-it-stop/#ftag=CADf328eec

These tech tips only take minutes but will help everyone enjoy an excellent big game day at your home. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/gear-up-with-home-tech-hacks-for-an-amazing-super-bowl-party/#ftag=CADf328eec

Our experts picked the most affordable locks that still offer durability and smart features. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/the-best-cheap-smart-locks-for-2025-no-compromise-on-quality/#ftag=CADf328eec

Want a sweet treat during your Super Bowl party? Try one of these sugar substitutes instead of the processed stuff. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/natural-sugar-alternatives-indulge-super-bowl/#ftag=CADf328eec

It might not have the power of pricier models, but the M10 Pro's speed, range and portability make it an excellent value. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/i-tested-the-turboant-m10-pro-electric-scooter-and-its-ideal-for-first-time-buyers/#ftag=CADf328eec