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 AMD's new generative AI promises "print quality" images from your laptop's local NPU — here's how to get it for free

AMD just announced a new local AI image generator that runs on your AMD laptop's NPU. It's a big step up compared to the previous SDXL Turbo model released last year.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/amd/amd-sd-3-medium-image-gen-announcement

 New SSD just dropped — swallows Xbox Game Pass whole and dares your Steam backlog to challenge it

The Kioxia LC9 SSD isn’t for gamers, but with 245TB of storage, it could theoretically hold hundreds of Game Pass titles, your Steam library, and everything in between.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/new-ssd-just-dropped-swallows-xbox-game-pass-whole-and-dares-your-steam-backlog-to-challenge-it

 The MSI Claw A8 handheld gaming PC appears for preorder in Europe — eye watering price is an understatement

Official information is still lacking, but the MSI Claw A8 has appeared for pre-order in some European territories, with a price that's definitely not for the masses.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/handheld-gaming-pc/the-msi-claw-a8-handheld-gaming-pc-appears-for-preorder-in-europe

Steam Deck vs. Legion Go S: Which gaming handheld should you buy?
Wyze’s $20 socket powers an outdoor camera, makes a dumb bulb smart
Still Wakes the Deep developer The Chinese Room regains its independence

The Chinese Room, maker of Still Wakes the Deep, has bought back its independence. The studio will continue developing new franchises after splitting from the Sumo Group. The latter said earlier this year that it's pivoting away from original games and toward co-

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Lucid owners will get full access to Tesla’s Supercharger network on July 31

Lucid EV owners will soon have full access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, which is something that's been in the works since 2023. This goes live on July 31, allowing folks to juice

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Waterfield Magnetic Case review: The most lavish way to carry your Switch 2 around

Gamers aren't usually known for their sartorial elegance. But that doesn't mean we don't deserve nice things. So after checking out a very utilitarian carrying case for the Switch 2, I wanted to explore the other side of things with a more lavish travel bag. And while

6d | Engadget
Switch 2 owners can play Borderlands 4 on October 3

Switch 2 owners won't have long to wait for Borderlands 4. On Tuesday, Gearbox founder and CEO Randy Pitchford said it will arrive on October 3. While some had worried the game would be pushed back to 2026, it will land on Nintendo's c

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Meta has ended its bonus program on Threads

Meta is no longer paying creators to post on Threads. The company quietly ended the Threads bonus program, which offered some creators thousands of dollars a month in bonuses, earlier this year, Engadget has confirmed.

The company hasn't officially commented on why it stopped the payments, but an Instagram support page that once listed details

6d | Engadget
Show HN: Any-LLM – Lightweight router to access any LLM Provider

We built any-llm because we needed a lightweight router for LLM providers with minimal overhead. Switching between models is just a string change : update "openai/gpt-4" to "anthropic/claude-3" and you're done.

It uses official provider SDKs when available, which helps since providers handle their own compatibility updates. No proxy or gateway service needed either, so getting started is pretty straightforward - just pip install and import.

Currently supports 20+ providers including Open

This Robo Vac’s Navigation Capacity Is Unmatched. Now Amazon Is Dropping the Price by $440

This robot vacuum blew me away when I tested it in our labs. Now you can grab one of our top-rated vacuums for a $440 discount, bringing it to a record low price. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-robot-vacuums-navigation-capacity-is-unmatched-and-now-amazon-is-dropping-the-price-by-440/#ftag=CADf328eec

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New Pokemon Theme Park, Mobile Game and TV Show Revealed

July's Pokemon Presents stream provided updates on the Pokemon theme park, animated shows, live service games and more. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/pokemon-presents-2025-reveals-new-pokemon-theme-park-mobile-game-tv-show/#ftag=CADf328eec

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CNET Daily Tariff Price Impact Tracker: I'm Watching 11 Key Products for Inflation

A new report found inflation on the rise in June, renewing concerns that inflation is roaring back thanks to Donald Trump's tariff agenda. https://www.cnet.com/tech/cnet-daily-tariff-price-impact-tracker-im-watching-11-key-products-for-inflation/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Struggling to Cancel Your Subscriptions? Try These 3 Workarounds

The Federal Trade Commission's "Click-to-Cancel" rule was blocked. But don't let that stop you from canceling unwanted subscriptions. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/struggling-to-cancel-your-subscriptions-try-these-3-workarounds/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Microsoft launches Intel-exclusive Surface Laptop 5G with reengineered design — but it's SHOCKINGLY expensive

The Surface Laptop 7 with 5G is now available to order, but only for business customers and with an Intel Core Ultra chip. The device will ship on August 26 and starts at an eyewatering $1,799.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/surface-laptop-5g-launch-pre-order-now-expensive-intel

Microsoft’s new Intel-powered Surface Laptop 5G lands in August
 Mystery AMD Radeon GPU cooler spotted on Chinese forums is larger than RX 7900 XTX, with a massive heatsink and 3x 8-pin connectors — possibly the RX 7950 XTX that never was

A massive triple-slot cooler with space for three 8-pin connectors has surfaced from China, hinting at an unreleased AMD Radeon RX 7000 GPU prototype. Likely meant for a never-launched “7950 XTX,” the design suggests AMD once flirted with an RTX 4090-class card during the RDNA 3 era.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/mystery-amd-radeon-gpu-cool

Elastic Stack 9.0.4 released

Version 9.0.4 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 9.0.4 over the previous versions 9.0.3

The 9.0.4 Release contains various performance and stability improvements across the stack. Logstash's persistent queue now has significantly higher throughput when its workers are caught up. We eliminated lock contention in pipeline workers to ensure that queue writers have priority w

Elastic Stack 8.17.9 released

Version 8.17.9 of the Elastic Stack was released today. We recommend you upgrade to this latest version. We recommend 8.17.9 over the previous versions 8.17.8

The 8.17.9 Release contains various performance and stability improvements across the stack. Logstash's persistent queue now has significantly higher throughput when its workers are caught up. We eliminated lock contention in pipeline workers to ensure that queue writers have priori

Elgato's new Game Capture 4K S is Switch 2 compatible

Elgato’s latest capture card supports 4K at 60 fps to capture rich in‑game imagery in all its glory. The Game Capture 4K S works with just about any modern console, PC or handheld gaming device, including the Switch 2. Retailing for $160, this is the CORSAIR subsidiary’s best value yet for capturing in 4K. Elgato's higher-en

6d | Engadget
Supermassive Games is delaying Directive 8020 and laying off staff

Supermassive Games, the developer behind story-driven games like Until Dawn, The Quarry and The Dark Pictures Anthology, is cutting its workforce due to the ongoing "challenging" state of the games industry. The studio says it’s having to adapt its team structure and as a consequence expects to lose up to 36 employees.

The current size of the Supermassive’s staff is unclear, but in February

6d | Engadget
Aardman’s Pokémon show is a delightful-looking romp that follows Sirfetch'd and Pichu

We knew that Aardman, the animation studio behind Wallace & Gromit, was prepping a Pokémon show, but now we have some juicy details and actual footage. Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu, as the name suggests, follows the sword-wielding Sirfetch'd and the bab

6d | Engadget
Microsoft announces Surface Laptop 5G for Business

Microsoft has unveiled a new Surface Laptop 5G as part of its computing collection for business customers. The company said that a 5G option was in the works for its business line back in January when it unveiled other updates to the Surface Pr

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Launch HN: Promi (YC S24) – Personalize e-commerce discounts and retail offers

Hey HN! I’m Peter from Promi (https://www.promi.ai/). We’re building a platform for ecommerce merchants to send realtime personalized discounts, optimized with AI (obviously)

Demo: https://youtu.be/BCYNCqb4fUc, Sales Video: " rel="nofollow">

All the big tech companies send personali

Medieval wellness is back—and it’s all over your FYP

Social media is overflowing with wellness hacks and tips. While some should be avoided at all costs, others may actually be rooted in medicinal practices dating back to the Dark Ages, new research suggests.

After examining hundreds of medieval manuscripts and compiling their findings into a catalog, a new international research project sheds fre

Two court cases against Elon Musk are putting Tesla’s self-driving tech in the spotlight, again

Elon Musk fought court cases on opposite coasts Monday, raising a question about the billionaire that could either speed his plan to put self-driving Teslas on U.S. roads or throw up a major roadblock: Can th

The 5 Best Protein Bars a Fitness Expert Has Tested in 2025

Not all protein bars are built the same. These are the best options that I've tested so far this year. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/best-protein-bars/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Will Tesla Be Banned in California? And More | Tech Today video

Owen Poole runs through the big tech news of the day, including Netflix officially using generative AI in a series, Tesla's legal disputes over its Full-Self Drive Package and Google using Android phones to detect earthquakes. https://www.cnet.com/videos/will-tesla-be-banned-in-california-and-more-tech-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Eat Here and Get Recharged: Tesla Opens a Drive-In Diner

The tech giant opens a retro restaurant in Hollywood with charging stations. Musk says more could open in other cities. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/eat-here-and-get-recharged-tesla-opens-a-drive-in-diner/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Which Exercises Burn the Most Calories? We Ranked Them to Find Out

We considered exercises like strength training and cardio to determine which burns the most calories, so you can get the most out of your workout. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/which-exercises-burn-the-most-calories/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Hot, Tangy, Smoky and Sweet. We Tested 17 BBQ Sauces and These Are the Best

Summer isn't complete until you find the perfect sauce to paint on your chicken and ribs. https://www.cnet.com/news/best-bbq-sauce/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Every Free Pokemon Code and In-Game Item From Pokemon Presents July 2025

This Pokemon Direct focused on updates for mobile games and live service titles, which inevitably means there are promo codes and other goodies you can redeem now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/every-free-pokemon-code-and-in-game-item-from-pokemon-presents-july-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Use This 2-Minute Hack to Clean Your Microwave With Ease

Forget those pricey cleaners, you already have everything you need for a squeaky clean microwave. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/2-minute-hack-to-clean-your-microwave/#ftag=CADf328eec

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It's Wise to Wash All Produce, but These 12 Fruits and Veggies Are the Dirtiest

Most produce arrives to your home safe for consumption, according to the USDA, but washing these 12 types of fruits and vegetables is still a good idea. https://www.cnet.com/news/its-wise-to-wash-all-produce-but-these-12-fruits-and-veggies-are-the-dirtiest/#ftag=CADf328eec

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