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 Razer Blade 16 review: Pricey, thin RTX 5090 laptop

The Razer Blade 16 is a thin RTX 5090 laptop with a bright screen and tons of ports, but it's extremely pricey and the drivers felt unfinished on our test unit.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/razer-blade-16-review

 Corsair Virtuoso Max Review: Sounds great, feels... less great

Corsair's newest flagship headset in its Virtuoso line sounds fantastic in games, delivering detail you didn't even know existed. Unfortunately, the headset is stiff and uncomfortable, and yes, you still have to use iCue.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/corsair-virtuoso-max-review

The Morning After: Will the US imported car tariffs work?

The US will append a 25 percent tariff on top of any existing tariffs on all cars produced outside its borders. Additional fees will be imposed on imported components too like engines, transmissions, powertrains and electrical components. There’s a number of carve outs for US-based companies, as well as those sourcing gear f

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Instagram will let you watch Reels at twice the speed

Instagram has rolled out an update for Reels that will let users go through more of them more quickly. As TechCrunch has reported, the app now allows users to play Reels at 2x the speed by long-pressing on the right or the left edge of the screen. They'd simply have to release it if they'd like to resume watching at normal speed. Some users have had acc

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Engadget Podcast: Signalgate and the collapse of 23andMe

This week, we learned that even government officials are addicted to their group chats — except with the Trump administration those chats include war plans and potentially classified information. In this episode, we dive into the sheer recklessness and stupidity of Signalgate. And speaking of reckless, we also discuss 23andMe's bankruptcy and the privacy concerns around selling off customer DNA data.

Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or

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Learn how to install HUGO with Tailwind CSS

Learn how to install HUGO together with Tailwind CSS and Flowbite to start building websites with one of the most popular static site generators in the world https://webdesignernews.com/learn-how-to-install-hugo-with-tailwind-css/

int.fromEnvironment and bool.fromEnvironment

When reading variables from .env files, you can use int.fromEnvironment and bool.fromEnvironment to read integers and booleans. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/int-bool-from-environment/

Best Pickleball Paddles for 2025

I tested the top pickleball paddles across four of our favorite brands. Here are the ones that made the list. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/best-pickleball-paddles/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X review: Is this the best budget gaming headset you can buy?

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X is one of the best gaming headsets you can buy, pairing great audio quality and seriously impressive battery life with a budget-friendly price.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-nova-5x-review

Make your laptop faster for free: 5 performance-tuning apps
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Already using random passwords? Great. It’s still not enough
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Amazon Big Spring Sale: My TikTok DIY Home Theater Finds

Creating a DIY home theater is easier than you think. You can now do it for a fraction of the cost with Amazon's Big Spring Sale. https://www.cnet.com/tech/amazon-big-spring-sale-my-tiktok-diy-home-theater-finds/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Adapting the UK’s cyber ecosystem

How the UK can strengthen its cybersecurity landscape, and why the nation’s ongoing commitment to its digital defenses is more crucial than ever.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/adapting-the-uks-cyber-ecosystem

The Invisible Art of Web Symmetry

Digital design is more than just picking the right colors and fonts. It is about using precise calculations to create balance and harmony. Artists have used these ideas for hundreds of years to make things aesthetically pleasing. Today, online architects often use these same golden proportions to make layouts look good and feel just right. This not only makes virtual platforms easier to use, but also fosters an enjoyable experience. https://webdesignernews.com/the-invisible-art-of-web-symmetry/

Best Canva Brochure Templates (Tri-Fold & More)

Today, we are bringing you a collection of the best Canva brochure templates, including tri-fold, bi-fold, and multi-page layouts that are easy to customize and use. https://webdesignernews.com/best-canva-brochure-templates-tri-fold-more/

How to create and animate SVG spinners and loaders

SVG spinners and loaders are a great way to enhance the web experience. They can give crucial visual feedback when submitting or fetching data, so let’s build our own! https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-and-animate-svg-spinners-and-loaders/

What makes designers and developers happy at work?

Defining happiness at work can feel like a slippery task. Happiness is inherently subjective, which makes it tough to define, measure, and report. But in today’s landscape of evolving tools and technologies—and its attendant anxieties— it’s more important than ever to understand how teams are navigating and experiencing change. https://webdesignernews.com/what-makes-designers-and-developers-happy-at-work/

5 Free AI-powered Image Generators Compared

AI-powered image generators are becoming increasingly popular for creating visuals like images and logos. They can save you time and effort, especially if you’re not a professional designer. However, many of these tools can be costly, which isn’t ideal if you’re just starting out or using them as a hobby. https://webdesignernews.com/5-free-ai-powered-image-generators-compared/