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 Apple expects to source over 19 billion chips from U.S. factories this year

Apple plans to source over 19 billion chips from U.S. facilities in 2025 — including tens of millions from TSMC’s Arizona fab — while investing $500 billion to expand its American operations.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/semiconductors/apple-expects-to-source-over-19-billion-chips-from-u-s-factories-this-year

Ask Engadget: Is it a good time to move to Macs from Windows?

Q: I'm a Gen X Windows user, I've been building my own systems for decades, and I work mainly in 3D design for the building and construction industry. I would like to know if you feel switching to Mac makes sense with all this unnecessary tariff turmoil?

I've been trying to make the leap for years ... I feel like I need someone to just tell me to go for it and not look back. Jim from Bainbridge Island, Washington

5d | Engadget
TikTok fined $602 million for illegally sending European user data to China

The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined TikTok owner ByteDance €530 million ($602 million) for breaching the European Union's privacy laws. The regulator said TikTok sent European user data to China without being able to guarantee that the information was safe from government

5d | Engadget
Kuwait cracks down on crypto miners to cut down on electricity usage

Kuwait is cracking down on cryptocurrency miners throughout the country, as reported by Reuters. Officials have blamed the practice for blackouts and for causing stress on its power grid. The country started this crackdown just before the onset of summer, which experts say

5d | Engadget
Spotify breaks free from Apple's App Store fees

The knock-on effects continue for Apple after a blistering ruling from a federal judge earlier this week that ordered the company to stop collecting fees for purchases made outside the App Store. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled that Apple was using loopholes to circumvent

5d | Engadget
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders: The latest updates on restocks from retailers like GameStop, Walmart, Target and Best Buy

The window for Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders is technically open, but you may have a tough time grabbing the console before its June 5 release date if you haven't secured an order already. To recap the current situation: After an extended delay from the device's original April 9 pre-order date, Nintendo finally kicked off pre-orders in th

5d | Engadget
Show HN: GPT-2 implemented using graphics shaders

Back in the old days, people used to do general-purpose GPU programming by using shaders like GLSL. This is what inspired NVIDIA (and other companies) to eventually create CUDA (and friends). This is an implementation of GPT-2 using WebGL and shaders. Enjoy!


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43870998

Points: 23

# Comments: 4

https://github.com/nathan-barry/gpt2-webgl

Show HN: Exhibit and Site on Mechanisms for Students

Just finished a super-nerdy amateur hobby project: An exhibit and website to show kids how cool mechanisms are!

Sadly, kids don't get much tangible experience with machines anymore. Ideally, this exhibit will inspire some to explore engineering, even if they are not "book learners". The website provides content to back up the exhibit, with videos and 3D printing files.

The project is inspired by engineering exhibits from the past. Check out the research page for more. The project will

What your emoji use says about your personality

Are you guilty of overusing the monkey covering its eyes emoji? Do you find it impossible to send a text without tacking on a laughing-crying face?

Much like choosing between a full stop or an ‘x’ at the end of a message, emojis have become their own form of language—complete with unspoken rules and hidden meanings (we all know exactly what we’re implying with the eyes emoji or the eggplant).

But beyond adding subtext or flirtatious nuance, your go-to emojis m

Yelp Vs. Google Antitrust Case Survives First Big Test

Google faces a jury trial after a judge lets Yelp’s main antitrust claims proceed, raising questions about local search and ad market practices.

The post Yelp Vs. Google Antitrust Case Survives First Big Test appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/yelp-vs-google-antitrust-case-survive

Saying Bye to Red Dye No. 3: Learn Which Foods Still Use It and What to Expect Next

Linked to thyroid cancer in rats, Red dye No. 3 is now banned in the US -- but it'll take time to phase out completely. Here's what to know. https://www.cnet.com/health/red-dye-no-3-was-banned-foods-that-still-use-it-and-what-to-expect-next/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
Piaggio G1T4-M1N1 May Be the Droid You're Looking For video

Piaggio Fast Forward is releasing a special edition of the Gitamini personal robot themed around Star Wars for May the Fourth. Bridget Carey got a chance to test it out in our CNET office, and we might have had some silly fun with it. https://www.cnet.com/videos/piaggio-g1t4-m1n1-may-be-the-droid-youre-looking-for/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: Who Wins if It's King Kong?

The viral question of whether 100 men could win in a fight against one gorilla gets more complicated when the singular primate is super-sized. I got some experts to weigh in. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/100-men-vs-1-gorilla-who-wins-if-its-king-kong/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
 NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, May 3 (game #426)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-3-may-2025

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, May 3 (game #692)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-3-may-2025

 From novelty to normality: how AI is defining work in 2025

Two years after ChatGPT revolutionized the world, businesses are integrating AI into daily workplace operations. However, many employees have been using it for years, and expect seamless AI experiences from their employers.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/from-novelty-to-normality-how-ai-is-defining-work-in-2025

 How businesses can take advantage of the AI agent boom

To take advantage of agentic AI, businesses must prioritize specialization, trust, and human collaboration.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/how-businesses-can-take-advantage-of-the-ai-agent-boom

 “No Apple tax means we will lower prices” - Proton promises price drop after US ruling against Apple

A US judge has found Apple guilty of violating a federal injunction over illegal monopoly and lying under oath. Swiss privacy firm Proton said the ruling means it can now lower its prices up to 30%. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/no-apple-tax-means-we-will-lower-prices-proton-promises-price-drop-after-us-rulin

 This MSI Raider gaming laptop costs more than my rent, but it’s worth every penny

The MSI Raider 18 HX AI features strong performance, smooth RTX 5080 graphics, a vivid miniLED display, a bouncy keyboard, powerful audio, and plenty of ports.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/msi-raider-18-hx-ai-2025-review

Prime members can save of 50% on a powerful Vax vacuum

Amazon Prime members can nab the mighty and versatile Vax Air Lift 2 Pet Plus vacuum cleaner with a hefty 54% price cut.

The post Prime members can save of 50% on a powerful Vax vacuum appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/vax-air-lift-2-over-half-price

 How to use File History on Windows 11 to protect your documents with backups

On Windows 11, you can still use File History to create a backup of your files to protect your data from accidental deletion, editing, and damage, and in this guide, I'll explain how to configure and use the feature.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/how-to-use-file-history-on-windows-11

 GTA 6's delay just blew wide open the race for Game of the Year

Rockstar's decision to delay GTA 6 to 2026 has left the 2025 Game of the Year race wide open. With the industry's biggest contender out of the way, several standout titles are now fighting for the coveted award.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/gta-6s-delay-just-blew-wide-open-the-race-for-game-of-the-year

 Take a private theater with you everywhere with the best price ever on our favorite AR glasses

The XREAL Air 2 and Air 2 Pro AR glasses can be obtained at their lowest price ever for a few more days, thanks to an Amazon deal on these excellent AR glasses.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/wearable-tech/xreal-amazon-gaming-week-deals-2025

I saw how an “evil” AI chatbot finds vulnerabilities. It’s as scary as you think
Why you shouldn’t waste your money on a membrane keyboard
Microsoft is now forcing new users to adopt a passwordless future
Fears confirmed! Rockstar reveals Grand Theft Auto VI release date
 Nvidia's RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell 96GB graphics card benchmarked, specs allegedly confirmed

Nvidia's RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell Workstation Edition graphics card with 24,064 CUDA cores and 96 GB of memory benchmarked in Geekbench 6, fails to beat GeForce RTX 5090 with 21,760 CUDA cores.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidias-rtx-pro-6000-blackwell-96gb-graphics-card-benchmarked-specs-allegedly-confirmed

Despelote review: A poignant memoir masquerading as a soccer game

Despelote is a living memory. Julián Cordero, the game's co-creator, invites players to spend a few hours in the city of Quito, Ecuador, in the early 2000s, and experience a nationwide soccer fever from the perspective of his own childhood. Wrapped in layers of static and shadow, Despelote follows an 8-year-old Cordero as he interacts with his family, attends school and kicks a ball around with friends. Pivotal national events, revealed in news reports and overheard conversa

5d | Engadget
DJI's Osmo Pocket 3 camera now starts at $799 following Trump's tariffs

If you're concerned about how new US tariffs might affect future electronics purchases, look no further than DJI. The company has

5d | Engadget
Piaggio turned its cute follow robot into a Star Wars droid

Since 2017, the Vespa-maker Piaggio's Fast Forward division has been exploring a unique way to cut down on car trips: Building robots that can follow you around and carry your stuff. We called its original Gita (pronounced "jee-tah," Italian for "trip") robot an attractive rolling porter, but its size and initial $3,250 price made it more of a robo-curio than something you'd actu

5d | Engadget
Apple stocks down as CEO Tim Cook warns of $900 million in tariff-related costs for Q2

Apple shares fell nearly 3% in premarket trade on Friday after the iPhone maker trimmed its share buyback program and CEO Tim Cook warned of additional tariff-related costs of about $900 million this quarter amid a raging Sino-U.S. trade war.

The Cuperti

SAG-AFTRA’s new influencer committee aims to strengthen support for digital creators

SAG-AFTRA is expanding its reach into the influencer economy.

In late April, the union’s board unanimously voted to establish a new influencer committee, appointing New York-based lifestyle influencer Patrick Janelle as chair.

SAG-AFTRA’s involvement with influencers isn’t new. In 2021, the union introduced an influencer agreement and waiver to cover branded content wor

Why TikTok got hit with a $600 million fine from EU privacy watchdogs

European Union privacy watchdogs fined TikTok 530 million euros ($600 million) on Friday after a four-year investigation found that the video-sharing app’s data transfers to C

Flutter App Analytics: Scalable Architecture & Firebase Setup

A complete guide to adding analytics to Flutter apps using Firebase. Track custom events with a maintainable architecture. https://codewithandrea.com/articles/flutter-app-analytics/

CSS shape() Commands

The CSS shape() function recently gained support in both Chromium and WebKit browsers. It's a way of drawing complex shapes when clipping elements with the clip-path property.


CSS shape() Commands originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the

5d | CSS tricks
How to Write a Resume Using AI

If you ask for a little help from AI, you could streamline one of the most painful parts of applying for a new job. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-write-a-resume-using-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
DOCSIS 3.0 vs. 3.1 vs. 4.0: Comparing the Differences

If you have cable internet, you’ve likely heard about this technology that powers your modem. Here's what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/comparing-modems-docsis-3-0-vs-docsis-3-1-vs-docsis-4-0/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
Bad News, Gamers: GTA 6 Delayed to 2026

The much-anticipated Rockstar Games sequel won't hit consoles until next year, later than the fall 2025 release fans were expecting. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/bad-news-gamers-gta-6-delayed-to-2026/#ftag=CADf328eec

5d | cnet.com
 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 release date rumors: when might this foldable flagship launch?

We've predicted when the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 might be announced, when pre-orders might open, and when it might ship.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-release-date

 When might Marvel's Thunderbolts* movie come out on Disney+?

Thunderbolts* doesn't have a Disney+ release date yet – here's when I think it'll be available to watch at home.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/disney-plus/when-might-marvels-thunderbolts-movie-come-out-on-disney

 Air circulator vs fan: what's the difference, and which one should you buy?

They can look very similar, but air circulators work differently to most other fans – here's how to pick the right option for your needs.

https://www.techradar.com/home/air-quality/air-circulator-vs-fan

 This MSI Raider gaming laptop costs more than my rent, but it’s worth every penny

The MSI Raider 18 HX AI features strong performance, smooth RTX 5080 graphics, a vivid miniLED display, a bouncy keyboard, powerful audio, and plenty of ports.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/msi-raider-18-hx-ai-2025-review

 iPad 11 vs iPad 10: Which affordable iPad is the best value?

Shopping for an iPad on a budget? Here's a look at the differences between the iPad 10 and iPad 11 so you don't waste your money on the wrong one.

https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/ipads/ipad-11-vs-ipad-10

This Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge spec leak has me worried about these slim phones

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is almost here, but I am not convinced the sacrifices likely required for this slim phone to exist will be worth it. The Galaxy S25 Edge was first revealed at a Samsung Unpacked event in January and then showcased at MWC 2025, where we got our eyes on it for [...]

The post This Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge spec leak has me worried about t

I didn’t think the new iPad would be this cheap just two months after release

Even though the iPad 11 only hit store shelves just under two months ago, it’s already down to a tasty price. I’ve made it clear through countless deals articles and op-eds that I believe, out of all the options available, it’s the entry-level iPad range that offers the best value for most people. They work [...]

The post I didn’t think the new iPad would be this cheap just two months after release appea

Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Review

When tablets as a category first winked into existence as Steve Jobs introduced the inaugural iPad so many years ago, the verdict was unanimous: these devices would be revolutionary.  The laptop? It was to be consigned to the dustbin of history. Smartphones? Who would want a smaller screen? With the tablet, you had something [...]

The post Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Review appeared first on

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 Nvidia's CEO says China is not far behind the U.S. in AI capabilities

Jensen Huang states that China is nearly on par with the U.S. in AI hardware development, as Huawei begins shipping its CloudMatrix 384 systems. However, Huawei's scale remains far behind Nvidia's projected AI compute deployments for 2025.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/nvidias-ceo-says-china-is-not-far-behind-the-u-s-in-a