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The 11 Best Healthy Beverages to Keep You Hydrated This Summer

If you're looking for a healthy drink alternative to replace sugary sodas or caffeine, these healthy beverages are here to quench your thirst. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/best-healthy-beverages/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
 JBL just launched its ‘first ever’ open earbuds – and they act like they forgot about Tune Flex

Endurance Zone aren’t JBL’s first open-fit earbuds, but they are the firm's first sports-specific dedicated open-fit set –and I’m sure they’re a better, er… Flex

https://www.techradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-just-launched-its-first-ever-open-earbuds-and-they-act-like-they-forgot-about-tune-flex

 Sam Altman says ChatGPT has evolved beyond a mere "Google replacement" — with ads potentially coming to users

OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, claims ChatGPT has evolved beyond Google's replacement, and he isn't entirely against the idea of introducing ads to the platform.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/sam-altman-chatgpt-has-evolved-beyond-a-mere-google-replacement

 Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) quietly released an official image for WSL — but most of us won't be able to use it

Fedora Linux joined the WSL party recently, but it wasn't the only one. RHEL also released an official image, though it's still locked behind the same paywalls as it would be on a baremetal PC.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/red-hat-enterprise-linux-rhel-quietly-released-an-official-image-for-wsl-but-most-of-us-wont-be-able-to-use-it

 Warhammer 40K's best alternative CRPG to Baldur's Gate 3 is 69% off on PC — just in time for its "Lex Imperialis" DLC

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader's 2nd DLC expansion recently launched. To mark the occasion, the base game has gone on sale at various retailers.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/warhammer-40k-cd-keys-deal-june-2025

 Forget about Steam in the Xbox PC app — I want Game Pass in the app I actually use

The PC Xbox app can now aggregate your game libraries, including Steam. That's great, but Game Pass coming to Steam would be a lot more meaningful.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/forget-steam-xbox-pc-app-game-pass

I turned a browser tab into a handy notepad. It’s easy!
18d | pcworld.com
Get Samsung’s tiny-and-fast USB-C flash drive for only $18 right now
18d | pcworld.com
Ring harnesses generative AI to power Ring Video Descriptions
18d | pcworld.com
Samsung’s 27-inch 4K monitor is down to its best price ever: $235
18d | pcworld.com
 How to add non-Steam games to your Steam Deck with Heroic Games Launcher

Valve’s Steam Deck typically stores my neglected Steam games library, but with Heroic Games Launcher, I can now keep my Amazon, GoG, and Epic games close at hand and ready to play.

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/handheld-gaming/how-to-add-non-steam-games-to-your-steam-deck-with-heroic-games-launcher

 Blacklisted Chinese GPU makers line up to file for IPOs as US sanctions and trade war take toll on AI hardware market

Amid rising demand for AI hardware in China and U.S. sanctions, China's GPU industry is rapidly expanding, with companies like Biren, Moore Threads, MetaX, and Zhaoxin pursuing IPOs to secure funding and strengthen their position.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/blacklisted-chinese-gpu-makers-line-up-to-file-for-ipos-as-us-sanctions-and-trade

 Intel lays off hundreds of engineers in California, including chip design engineers and architects — automotive chip division also gets the axe

Intel has begun laying off employees in California — including design engineers — as part of CEO Lip-Bu Tan's plan to cut 15–20% of the workforce. The company is also to shut down its automotive chip division.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-lays-off-hundreds-of-engineers-in-california-including-chip-design-engineers-automotive-chip-div

Google's Imagen 4 text-to-image model promises 'significantly improved' boring images

Google has unveiled its latest text-to-image model Imagen 4 with the usual promise of "significantly improved text rendering" over the previous version, Imagen 3. The company also introduced a new deluxe version

18d | Engadget
Blink security cameras are up to 62 percent off ahead of Prime Day

If you're looking to buy some affordable wireless security cameras, it's the perfect time to grab several from Amazon.

18d | Engadget
Show HN: I Built AskMedically – Get Research-Backed Answers to Medical Queries

Hi HN,

I’ve built AskMedically – an AI-powered assistant that answers health and medical questions using real research papers from trusted medical sources like PubMed, Cochrane, etc.

Whether you’re a healthcare enthusiast, patient, student, or professional – AskMedically helps you explore trusted medical knowledge without needing a medical degree or slogging through dozens of PDFs.

Examples:

• “Does intermittent fasting improve insulin sensitivity?”

• “What are the benefits of crea

18d | Hacker news
Free Settlement Money From AT&T: Who Qualifies and When You Can File Your Claim

While admitting no wrongdoing, the telecom giant agreed to pay out $177 million customers that were impacted by two recent data breaches. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/free-settlement-money-from-att-who-qualifies-and-when-you-can-file-your-claim/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
Want a Sustainable Android? The Modular Fairphone 6 Delivers

Time to ditch the upgrade cycle. This future-proofed device from the Dutch social enterprise is built fairly, and built to last. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/want-a-more-sustainable-android-phone-the-modular-fairphone-6-could-be-the-answer/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
These Are the Spotify Life Hacks Everyone Should Know About

Whether you're on the bus, in your car or at a party, these are the Spotify tricks you should know for the best listening experience. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/these-are-the-spotify-life-hacks-everyone-should-know-about/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
 The complexity trap: why cybersecurity must be simplified

In cybersecurity, complexity is the enemy. Discover why simplicity - and hardware - is your strongest defense.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-complexity-trap-why-cybersecurity-must-be-simplified

 Next-gen PlayStation and Xbox consoles may have something surprising in common — but is that a good thing?

Last week, Microsoft confirmed that the next-gen Xbox console will be powered by custom AMD hardware. On Monday, new rumors indicated Sony's next-gen PlayStation will also feature a custom AMD APU.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/next-gen-xbox-ps6-may-use-amd-apus

 Microsoft Copilot is "pretty important" but customers still prefer ChatGPT — "OpenAI has done a tremendous job"

A new report suggests that Microsoft's sales division is struggling to differentiate Copilot from ChatGPT, with customers preferring OpenAI's offering.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/microsoft-copilot-important-but-customers-prefer-chatgpt

Best AI Video Enhancer from Aiarty: Upscale, Denoise, and Restore Videos
18d | pcworld.com
Forgot your Windows password? Here’s how to get back into your PC
18d | pcworld.com
Buying a killer Chromebook in 2025: 8 golden rules to follow
18d | pcworld.com
Mortgage Refinance Rates Fall: Refinance Rates for June 25, 2025

Multiple key refinance rates have moved down. If your mortgage rate is 1% higher than today's rate, a refinance might be worth it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-refinance-rates-fall-refinance-rates-for-june-25-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
 Half of social media marketers can't imagine doing their jobs without AI - yet most admit wasting money on it

Marketers are increasingly reliant on AI tools, yet most find them ineffective, time-consuming, and costly, with budget waste and performance issues growing rapidly.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/half-of-social-media-marketers-cant-imagine-doing-their-jobs-without-ai-yet-most-admit-wasting-money-on-it

 5 huge stumbling blocks to legacy mainframe EOL

The question is no longer if we modernize, but how we navigate this complexity without disrupting the very core of operations.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/5-huge-stumbling-blocks-to-legacy-mainframe-eol

 ROG Ally X vs. Xbox Ally X: Real differences or clever rebranding?

We don’t have hands-on time with the ROG Xbox Ally X, but let's jump into how the ROG Ally X and its successor compare from afar.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/rog-ally-x-vs-rog-xbox-ally-x

Hola, Ciao, Guten tag—sound less like a tourist by learning a new language with Babbel
18d | pcworld.com
Show HN: VSCan - Detect Malicious VSCode Extensions

Did you know that VSCode extensions run with full access to your system—including file system, network, and credentials? Worse, dozens of malicious extensions have already made it into the marketplace, silently compromising devices.

I am a security researcher and student developer who ran into this problem myself. To help tackle this, I built a 100% free tool (no login required) that scans VSCode (and Cursor/Windsurf) extensions for:

- Hidden malware and obfuscated code

- Dangerous per

18d | Hacker news
How to Save Money for Travel Using ChatGPT

It's finally summer, and we all deserve a vacation. Here's how you can use AI to save a bit of extra money for your travels. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-save-money-for-travel-using-chatgpt/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
Quest 3S Xbox Edition Unboxing video

We unbox the new Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition VR headset with Xbox controller and head strap. https://www.cnet.com/videos/quest-3s-xbox-edition-unboxing/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com