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Should You Switch to a Heat Pump Water Heater?

Looking to save on hot water? A heat pump water heater could slash your energy bills -- if your home is a good fit. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/should-you-switch-to-a-heat-pump-water-heater/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
If You Want Starlink on Your Phone, Here's Who Can Get It and How You Can Sign Up

No more dead zones? You can use Starlink's satellite network on your iPhone or Android to send texts without service -- but there's a catch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/if-you-want-starlink-on-your-phone-heres-who-can-get-it-and-how-you-can-sign-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
How to Tame Your Inbox Using AI

If you're looking for a tool that categorizes emails and automates replies, check out Canary Mail, an AI copilot. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-tame-your-inbox-using-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
Why Is Your Fridge Acting Up? 4 Common Problems and Easy Fixes

If your refrigerator isn’t cooling properly, making strange noises or leaking water, these quick fixes could save you time and money. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/why-is-your-fridge-acting-up-4-problems-and-easy-fixes/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
No, Apple Intelligence Is Not Intercepting Your Private Messages

People online are alarmed about whether an iOS 18 setting allows Apple to read your sensitive texts. Here's what's really going on. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/no-apple-intelligence-is-not-intercepting-your-private-messages/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
 Apple event rumors – here’s when we could see the iPhone SE 4, MacBook Air M4 and more

The Apple rumors are flying ahead of possible launches for the iPhone SE 4 and M4 MacBook Air –here's when they could land and how likely we think an Apple Spring event is.

https://www.techradar.com/tech-events/apple-event-rumors-heres-when-we-could-see-the-iphone-se-4-macbook-air-m4-and-more

 MSI Prestige A16 AI+ review: A great business laptop with one problem weighing it down

The MSI Prestige A16 AI+ features solid overall performance, a great display, and a roomy full-size keyboard, but a bulky design and underwhelming battery life could be dealbreakers for some business users.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/msi-prestige-a16-ai-plus-2024-review

 Exclusive: Intel plans a big push into handheld gaming PCs to take on AMD

Within the world of gaming handhelds, AMD has reigned supreme while Intel handhelds have been something of a niche within a niche. But Intel hopes the change all of that.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/intel-exclusive-handheld-gaming-pc-panther-lake-chips-amd

 Avowed vs. Skyrim: Both strike a chord the other can’t hit

I want to talk about all the notes Avowed hits that I didn’t experience in Skyrim and its siblings. (And all the performance testing I did.)

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/avowed-vs-skyrim

 This hotly anticipated Xbox Game Pass title sees another delay to the end of 2025

"Almost ready is not part of Ally Corp’s vocabulary," says the studio as it delays the title until the end of 2025.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/the-alters-delayed-a-second-time

 "I don't do Google searches anymore": Sam Altman touts ChatGPT Search as an "oracular system" as it opens to the public

Sam Altman says ChatGPT has evolved into an oracular system that allows users to do anything that they would have ordinarily turned to other services, making it a one stop shop for virtually anything.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/sam-altman-touts-chatgpt-search-as-oracular-system

Can’t keep track of your streaming shows? This app will help
11d | pcworld.com
I love Intel’s new laptop chips. But they’re missing a crucial feature
11d | pcworld.com
 Lian Li Edge Gold EG1000G ATX 3.1 Power Supply Review

The Lian Li Edge Gold EG1000 G elegantly combines innovative design and practicality, but competition and compatibility may temper its appeal.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/lian-li-edge-gold-eg1000g-atx-3-1-psu-review

 Cherry Xtrfy M68 Pro Wireless Mouse Review

The Cherry Xtrfy M68 Pro Wireless Mouse is a symmetrical, lightweight mouse designed for a no-fuss approach to mouse management. Built with an impressive battery life and solid 8,000Hz poll rate sensor, some interesting design decisions leave it in an odd place.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/keyboards/cherry-xtrfy-m68-pro-wireless-mouse-review

 Musk claims Grok 3 is 'outperforming' rivals, with full release imminent

Elon Musk said at the World Government Summit in Dubai that xAI's Grok 3 will arrive in two to three weeks and will be more powerful than any other LLM currently out there.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/musk-claims-grok-3-is-outperforming-rivals-with-full-release-imminent

Duo run over by a Cybertruck?!

Duolingo’s mascot is apparently dead. Long live Duo.

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11d | UX Design
Your brain has been tricked, and it’s loving it

Is Design a game of subtle manipulation and beautiful lies? Do designers not just make things work but also make you believe?

11d | UX Design
How To Test And Measure Content In UX

The goal of content design is to reduce confusion and improve clarity. Yet often it’s difficult to pinpoint a problem as user feedback tends to be not specific enough. But: we can use a few simple techniques to assess how users understand and perceive content. Let’s take a look. Part of Smart Interface Design Patterns by yours truly. https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/02/how-to-test-and-measure-content-in-ux/

Sony has sold 74.9 million PlayStation 5s

Sony just had its best holiday season ever in terms of PlayStation 5 console sales with 9.5 million sold over the last three months (2024 Q3), the company announced in its

11d | Engadget
 Innovation in AI is in danger of outpacing governance

Fast AI innovation comes at the expense of governance, with many leaders worried about a lack of AI frameworks.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/innovation-in-ai-is-in-danger-of-outpacing-governance

 Hear me out, Days Gone Remastered doesn't actually look that bad

I'm not the biggest fan of the original game, but Days Gone Remastered looks like a pretty great value upgrade.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/hear-me-out-days-gone-remastered-doesnt-actually-look-that-bad

 Google Messages now lets you send yourself RCS messages – trust me, it’s more useful than it sounds

Google Messages has added the ability to send RCS messages to yourself, allowing for longer reminders and the quick transfer of photos and videos between devices.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/android/google-messages-now-lets-you-send-yourself-rcs-messages-trust-me-its-more-useful-than-it-sounds

Want a tidier inbox? Start using email aliases. Here’s how
11d | pcworld.com
SymfonyLive Paris 2025 : Symfony UX : Points forts de 2024 et perspectives d'avenir

SymfonyLive Paris 2025, conference in French language only, will take place from March 27 to 28! The schedule is currently being revealed as we go along. More details are available here.

Alors que nous dévoilons actuellement le programme de la… https://symfony.com/blog/symfonylive-paris-2025-symfony-ux-points-forts-de-2024-et-perspectives-d-avenir?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

11d | Symfony
The best midrange smartphones for 2025

A great phone doesn’t need to cost a fortune. In 2025, features once exclusive to high-end devices – big batteries, multi-camera arrays, high refresh rate displays and more – have trickled down to more affordable models. Sure, you’ll still need to buy a flagship smartphone to get the best camera or fastest processor, but you don’t need to compromise nearly as much anymore if you’

11d | Engadget
Wildcard Variables in Dart 3.7

Since Dart 3.7, the _ character is a wildcard variable and you can use it more than once in your code, without causing name collisions. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/wildcard-variables-dart-3.7/

How to Use Tesla Superchargers With Any Non-Tesla EV

Tesla is opening thousands of its charging stations to all electric vehicles, making it easier than ever to charge your non-Tesla EV when you're on the road. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/how-to-use-tesla-superchargers-with-any-non-tesla-ev/#ftag=CADf328eec

12d | cnet.com
 Eradicating Europe's tech skills gap with no-code technology

There will be a greater convergence of technical and business skills among IT professionals in the future.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/eradicating-europes-tech-skills-gap-with-no-code-technology

Honda and Nissan have ended their merger plans

Nissan and Honda have officially called off their plans to merge into a single automaker, less than two months after they confirmed the rumors that they were indeed looking to join forces. In an announcement, the companies said that they'd "agreed to termina

12d | Engadget
Ask HN: What's the best implementation of Conway's Game of Life?

Anyone else, like me, at one point try to implement Conway's Game of Life? If you have, what is the best implementation you've found?

Mine has to be this continuous version that makes pretty crazy looking creatures: https://chakazul.github.io/Lenia/JavaScript/Lenia.html.


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12d | Hacker news
Evropské zbraně v Rusku. Navzdory sankcím

Podcast Odposlech investigace.czSportovní zbraně ale i odstřelovačské útočné pušky od firem Česká zbrojovka, Beretta nebo Steyr Mannlicher se dostávají na ruský trh přes zpřísnění evropských sankcí po ruské invazi do Ukrajiny. Někdy se tak děje dokonce prostřednictvím stejných firem,