
Nintendo’s new console has finally been revealed in full, with magnetically attaching Joy-Cons, a new chat function and a bigger higher-res 7.9-inch screen that supports 120Hz and HDR.
Then there are the new Joy-Cons. Alongside larger SL and SR buttons made of metal, the controllers can be disconnected by pressing a more pronounced release button on the back. The big upgrade, though, is using either Joy-Con like a mouse. (And even use them

After Nintendo revealed the full details around the Switch 2 this week, Engadget's Sam Rutherford got some hands-on time with the new console. In this episode, he talks about the major improvements in the new hardware (especially that 1080p, 120 fps screen) and why he doesn't really miss the older Switch OLED. Also, Sam discusses his time with Mario Kart World, the new semi-open world version of Nintendo's classic racer.
In other news, we dive into the latest updates around the TIkTok

Following the release of rival Anthropic's Claude for Education, OpenAI has announced that its $20 ChatGPT Plus tier will be free for college students until the end of May. The offer comes just in time for final exams and will provide features like OpenAI's most adva

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The way Bran Ferren sees it, the future of warfare depends as much on creativity as it does on raw firepower.
The former head of research and development at Walt Disney Imagineering—the elite R&D arm responsible for the entertainment empire’s “secret sauce”—the 72-year-old Ferren has spent decades building a reputation for fusing art, design, and storytelling with serious technical and engineering know-how in pursuit of novel innovations and experiences. This pioneering approach to

Elementor helps users design custom websites without coding knowledge using these three basic elements.
The post A Beginner’s Guide To Elementor Editor For WordPress appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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If you're interested in beginning your running journey this spring, these are the essentials that both a beginner and veteran runner use all the time. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/must-have-running-essentials-beginner-15-year-veteran-runner/#ftag=CADf328eec

See the start times for the women's Final Four and the best streaming service for live games. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/womens-march-madness-2025-how-to-watch-the-final-four-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

The economic headlines are alarming. A CD can provide much-needed peace of mind. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/shield-your-money-from-stock-market-freefalls-tariff-fallout-and-recession-todays-cd-rates-april-4-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

AI-driven identity security is redefining cybersecurity -protecting machine identities and mitigating evolving digital threats.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/how-the-rise-of-machine-identities-is-reshaping-cybersecurity

Large businesses could be losing in excess of $50 million a year to identity fraud – stronger systems are required.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/businesses-are-losing-millions-to-fraud-every-year

Sony's 2025 Bravia 8 II and Bravia 5 are coming for LG's crown

Australian government says it is working on a response to major attack.

This new streamer dramatically cuts the cost of reference quality video, but it's 2K-only

A redesign for the Windows 11 Start menu has been spotted in testing, and it comes with the change I’ve been desperate to see.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge could be just over a month away, and we're hearing more about its price too.

The compose window will soon be able to grow along with your message, based on newly spotted code.

After its debut at CinemaCon 2025, an extended clip of the forthcoming Superman film has been released online.

With the rise of AI, APIs are crucial for integrating AI into apps, chatbots, as well as automating workflows.

Analysts have weighed in on why the Nintendo Switch 2 is so expensive, and it's more than just tariffs.

Some CarPlay users are finding the iOS 18.4 update has wreaked havoc with their vehicle’s entertainment systems – here's what's happening.



Bill Gates recently indicated that humans weren't born to do jobs, claiming that AI will replace humans for most things and create more time for leisure.

What was Microsoft’s best Windows operating system of all time?
If you’re like us, you have…opinions. Even if you’re not the type to parse through all of the little details that separated Windows 98 from Windows 95, say, you certainly had a favorite Windows OS that you grew up with, cherished, and then fumed when Microsoft replaced it with something differe

Microsoft has arguably done more to shape the evolution of the PC than any other company.
This week, Microsoft celebrates its 50th anniversary on April 4, 2025. Fifty years is a long time for anyone, let alone a company which has driven itself to move at the pace of the computer, than the Internet, and now AI. That’s decades of decisions, of launc

Managing your finances doesn’t have to be a headache — especially with the right budgeting app at your fingertips. Whether you’re trying to track everyday spending, save for a big purchase or just keep a closer eye on your subscriptions, there’s an app that can help. With Mint shutting down, plenty of users have been looking for the best budget apps to replace it, and luckily there are plenty of solid alternatives.
From AI-powered spending trackers to apps that break down your expenses
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The nonstop cavalcade of announcements in the AI world has created a kind of reality distortion field. There is so much buzz, and even more money, circulating in the industry that it feels almost sacrilegious to doubt that AI will make good on its promises to change the world. Deep research can do 1% of all knowledge

Bad news: Mario Kart World will cost $80. Good news: These classic games will get free revamped versions for Switch 2. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/all-the-nintendo-games-you-can-update-to-switch-2-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Balancing AI’s efficiency with human trust: how HR leaders can navigate responsible AI adoption.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/striking-the-right-balance-ais-role-in-hr-transformation

Find out if A Minecraft Movie has a mid-credits and/or end credits scene, and whether it'll get a sequel, with our help.

Successful digital transformation requires leadership that champions a data-driven culture.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/digital-transformation-starts-with-data-transformation

TL;DR: This ultra-slim GPS tracker works with Android
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At HumanX 2025, Ryan sat down with HumanX CEO Stefan Weitz and Crunchbase CEO Jager McConnell to talk about where the money is in the AI space, where most enterprise AI strategies fall short, how companies can build business models when AI tech is evolving so quickly, and why this is AI’s microservices moment. https://stackoverflow.blog/2025/04/04/is-ai-a-bubble-or-a-revolution-the-answer-is-yes/

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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-april-4/#ftag=CADf328eec

AI music creators aren't necessarily great for podcast themes.

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This week on the PHP Podcast, Eric and John talk about Laravel Wayfinder, PHP RFC Reviews, Bek shares why she attends PHP Tek, Free PHP Architect Column, and more… Links from the show: GitHub – laravel/wayfinder PHP: rfc:optional-interfaces PHP: rfc:grapheme_levenshtein PHP: rfc:pipe-operator-v3 PHP: rfc:modern_compression PHP: rfc:short-and-inner-classes #externals – Opening PHP’s #internals to the outside PHP[TEK] […]

Když je nutné zasáhnout na oběžné dráze, obvykle to vyžaduje start nosné rakety. Dnes je to sice rychlejší než dřív, ale stále to znamená podstatné zdržení. Co kdyby ale na orbitě operovala mateřská stanice schopná vypustit v případě potřeby satelity? Tohle nabízí Orbital Carrier, který vyvíjí společnost Gravitics. http://www.osel.cz/13981-americke-vesmirne-sily-vyvijeji-orbitalni-materskou-stanici-pro-satelity.html

The public is particularly concerned about job losses. AI experts are more optimistic. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/americans-see-lots-of-reasons-to-worry-about-ai-pew-survey-finds/#ftag=CADf328eec

Spotify’s new AI-powered ad tool may not be the solution they claim.

Reviews are in for Xbox's South of Midnight, so here's what critics are saying about the dark folktale adventure.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/south-of-midnight-review-roundup

From Nvidia to Bezos to iOS, there are plenty of confusing tech terms you might not know how to say. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gif-or-jif-bee-zos-bay-zos-how-to-pronounce-nvidia-huawei-bezos-and-other-tech-terms/#ftag=CADf328eec

Today's Wordle No. 1,385 for April 4 is a weird word, with an uncommon first letter. Here are our hints and the answer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-april-4-1385/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Quest 3 is the best VR headset you can buy right now, but there are a bunch of accessories that can make it better. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/best-quest-3-and-quest-3s-accessories/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some tech prices have already risen but experts warn against panic-buying. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/how-much-will-iphone-and-other-apple-prices-increase-with-liberation-day-tariffs/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hints and answers for Connections for April 4, #663. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-4-663/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints, and the answers, for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 397 for April 4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-4-397/#ftag=CADf328eec

This surprisingly deep game is far more than just spliffs and giggles. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/what-you-need-to-know-about-schedule-i-steams-top-selling-game-about-selling-drugs/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints, and the answers, for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 193, for April 4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-april-4-193/#ftag=CADf328eec

You still have lots of free ways to send money to friends and family electronically. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/zelle-app-is-gone-use-these-alternatives-to-send-money-digitally/#ftag=CADf328eec

Emma Frost and Ultron are joining the Rivals roster in season 2, and developers are upping the pace to one new hero per month starting with season 3. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/marvel-rivals-season-2-hellfire-gala-starts-next-week-devs-drop-big-news/#ftag=CADf328eec

When you buy produce by weight, some fruits and veggies offer more bang for your grocery buck. Here are the types of produces that end up mostly in your mouth and not in the compost bin. https://www.cnet.com/news/here-are-the-fruits-and-vegetables-with-the-best-and-worst-edible-yield/#ftag=CADf328eec

The IRS and other government agencies have some leverage over the amount of your tax refund -- but you also have some power over it that you might not be aware of. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/tax-refund-subject-to-change-3-ways-the-irs-can-change-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to release on June 5, here's where to preorder the Switch 2, the Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle, Switch 2 games, and Switch 2 accessories.

To celebrate Microsoft's 50th anniversary, Xbox players can now customize their consoles with a unique Xbox Dynamic Background.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-50th-anniversary-xbox-dynamic-background

Nintendo secured two more patents against Palworld, increasing the chance of a U.S. lawsuit against Pocketpair by late spring or summer 2025.

Intel and TSMC have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to form a joint venture for operating Intel's U.S. fabs.

Loni v létě jsem možná měl pravdu, nicméně softwarový pokrok linuxového desktopu ze mě udělal během pár měsíců lháře. Není pravdou, že by na běžný linuxový desktop nestačilo stařičké čtyřjáro od Intelu. https://www.root.cz/clanky/ctyrjadrovy-procesor-uz-na-linuxovy-desktop-opet-staci/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss


After a January announcement that it would spend $80 billion on data center construction, Microsoft may already be adjusting its future plans. Sources told

Hey HN! I posted this on April 1st when it launched, and though it didn't get traction here, it was a minor hit on reddit! Now that we've got a few thousand monkeys under our belt, wanted to give it another shot here!
Happy to talk about the technical details of running the site - using supabase/postgres and constantly putting out fires from the traffic.
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Google released its new Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental AI model late last month, and it’s quickly stacked up top marks on a number of coding, math, and reasoning benchmark tests—making it a contender for the world’s best model right now.
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AI-generated content is detected by most consumers, new studies reveal. Find out which formats consumers reject and how to adapt.
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The Department of Education said it is inviting public feedback on ways to improve these programs. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/are-key-student-loan-forgiveness-and-repayment-plans-about-to-see-big-changes/#ftag=CADf328eec