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Article URL: https://www.neowin.net/news/kdes-android-tv-alternative-plasma-bigscreen-rises-from-the-dead-with-a-better-ui/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44573752

Points: 46

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https://www.neowin.net/news/kdes-android-tv-alternative-plasma-bigscreen-ris

Article URL: https://github.com/videosdk-live/agents

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44573799

Points: 22

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https://github.com/videosdk-live/agents

Article URL: https://www.nubero.ch/blog/015/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44573887

Points: 20

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Article URL: https://words.filippo.io/passkey-encryption/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44574095

Points: 36

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https://words.filippo.io/passkey-encryption/

Article URL: https://huggingface.co/mistralai/Voxtral-Mini-3B-2507

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44574204

Points: 13

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https://huggingface.co/mistralai/Voxtral-Mini-3B-2507

I've always been dissatisfied that simple Mandelbrot explorers proport themselves as a Fractal Graphing Calculator. In summer break between semesters, I started making a real graphing calculator, parsing LaTeX to WebGL to let you graph most any combination of z and c.

Fun ones to try include - sin(z^2+c) - c^z - z^{1.7}+c

Also supports animation, just enter any other letter and turn it into a variable. Supports Mandelbrot or Julia Set style calculation.

Use with a graphics card or inte

Article URL: https://www.engadget.com/ai/meta-announces-huge-new-data-centers-but-they-could-gobble-up-millions-of-gallons-of-water-per-day-174000478.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44574382

Points: 16

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Article URL: https://nypost.com/2025/07/15/business/meta-shareholders-aim-to-haul-ceo-mark-zuckerberg-sheryl-sandberg-to-court/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44574506

Points: 8

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https://nypost.com/2025/07/15/business/meta-shareholders-aim-to-haul-

Under the ocean’s surface lies the true backbone of the internet: an estimated 870,000 miles of submarine cables that ferry over 95% of global intercontinental data traffic across every major ocean. These cables are critical infrastructure, carrying everything from our daily video calls to mul

AI chatbot therapists have made plenty of headlines in recent months—some positive, some not so much.

A new paper from researchers at Stanford University has evaluated five chatbots designed to offer accessible therapy, using criteria based on what makes a good human therapist. Nick Haber, an assistant professor

NAD plus is a popular supplement lauded for its reported anti-aging benefits, but does it really work? We asked the experts. Here’s what they said about the potential upsides and risks. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/can-nad-plus-supplements-reverse-aging-we-asked-doctors-about-these-trendy-supplements/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't believe everything you see on social media, especially when it comes to making the Italian staple. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/these-viral-pasta-hacks-are-doing-more-harm-than-good-according-to-an-italian-chef/#ftag=CADf328eec

Check out these four tips for everyone of all ages and get on the road to a more mobile, flexible you. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/cant-touch-your-toes-heres-how-to-improve-your-flexibility/#ftag=CADf328eec

You could be losing hundreds of dollars a year on subscriptions you're not even using. This budgeting app can help. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/subscriptions-could-be-killing-your-budget-heres-how-i-saved-400-in-15-minutes/#ftag=CADf328eec

Baseball's brightest stars are in Atlanta for tonight's Midsummer Classic. Check out the lineups for the National and American League squads and find out how you can watch for free no matter where you live. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/mlb-all-star-game-2025-start-time-starting-lineups-and-how-to-watch-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Even if you haven't seen the films, you can enjoy this new Netflix game. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/netflix-expands-zach-snyders-rebel-moon-series-with-blood-line-game/#ftag=CADf328eec

Game Pass subscribers will also be able to play the new horror game Abiotic Factor. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/grounded-2-and-these-other-games-are-coming-to-xbox-game-pass-soon/#ftag=CADf328eec

A second wave of tainted packages was spotted on npm, likely part of a larger campaign.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/north-korean-hackers-release-malware-ridden-packages-into-npm-registry

Can't be bothered to clean the inside of your PC? Filters modelled on nasal hairs might keep your machine dust-free.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/desktop-pcs/is-the-inside-of-your-pc-a-dust-filled-nightmare-maybe-not-in-the-future-thanks-to-case-filters-inspired-by-the-human-nose

Despite making H20 chips specifically for China, Nvidia was banned from exporting them, but that's about to change.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/china-regains-access-to-nvidia-chips-after-us-lifts-restrictions

A Nintendo Switch 2 owner is warning players about buying pre-owned physical games after being banned for unknowingly playing cloned copies.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendos-anti-piracy-rules-have-got-one-switch-2-owners-console-banned-after-they-bought-pre-owned-games-that-they-later-found-out-were-cloned

After Nick Frost promised his version of Hagrid wouldn’t be anything like Robbie Coltrane’s, the first look at the HBO Harry Potter TV show version is… unexpected.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hbo-max/hbos-harry-potter-tv-show-is-supposed-to-be-a-fresh-start-but-nick-frosts-hagrid-says-otherwise

From Shakespeare to parenting: Google’s NotebookLM debuts themed ‘Featured Notebooks’ with The Economist & The Atlantic.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/google-transforms-notebooklm-into-a-curated-knowledge-hub-and-i-might-be-in-geek-heaven

A new code has been found that points to a possible Spotify Tap integration with OnePlus and Oppo earbuds, but it still has a long way to go.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/this-useful-spotify-access-feature-could-be-coming-to-oneplus-and-oppo-earbuds-following-the-likes-of-sony-and-bose

Former Dyson engineer builds low-cost holographic storage with polymer ribbon which works seamlessly inside existing LTO libraries.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ex-dyson-engineer-to-launch-lto-tape-holographic-rival-that-uses-cheap-usd5-laser-diode-promises-200tb-cartridges-on-100m-reels-but-read-write-speeds-are-unknown

The NutriBullet 600 Series is now just £49.99 (down from £69.99) and with the power this thing packs, it’s worth every penny.

The post You can’t go wrong with the NutriBullet 600 when it’s under £50 appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/you-cant-go-wrong-with-the-nutribullet-600-wh

Seagate has released its first mass-market HAMR hard drives — the Exos M and IronWolf Pro up to 30TB — marking a milestone in storage density for such HDDs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/hdds/seagate-unveils-30tb-hdds-for-the-masses-laser-powered-hamr-drives-are-now-widely-available

Elegoo's Neptune 4 Plus is only $289 in this exceptional deal.

https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/speedily-craft-3d-prints-with-this-elegoo-neptune-4-plus-deal-an-editors-choice-award-winner

A Redditor bought six WD Easystore 8TB external hard drives for $60 each and ended up getting five more for free.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/external-hdds/lucky-data-hoarder-pays-usd360-for-six-8tb-wd-external-hard-drives-lands-five-more-for-free-scores-11-shuckable-hdds-for-usd4-per-tb

NVIDIA is reportedly launching the RTX 6000D GPU for China to offset U.S. export restrictions. Built on TSMC’s 4nm process and armed with GDDR7 memory delivering 1,100 GB/s bandwidth, the card targets AI workloads and could help NVIDIA reclaim lost revenue in the Chinese market.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidia-reportedly-preparing-rtx-

Google has closed a $3 billion deal to secure 3,000 megawatts of hydroelectric power, as it looks to meet the data demands of its growing AI and cloud computing platforms by harnessing low-cost clean energy. Brookfield Asset Management's renewables division says that its deal with Google is the largest deal of its kind for h

Insta360 has launched a firmware upgrade and new accessories for its X5 360-degree camera as part of what it calls the Insta360 Summer Update. Key new features include "AdaptiveTone" to improve dual camera exposure, a new "Ultra Battery" for longer recording times, an ND filter set and custom-designed

Sony just surprised the photography world by unveiling the RX1R III, a fixed-lens 35mm full-frame compact camera. Coming nearly ten years after the RX1R II, it has a 61MP Exmor R sensor along with Sony's latest image processing technology that promises low noise and high dynamic range.&nb

Apple just announced a

Lucid is about to roll out its first hands-free features. On July 30, Lucid Air sedan owners with the DreamDrive Pro add-on will get automated drive assist and lane-change features. If you have a Gravity SUV you'll have to wait until later this year.

The features will arrive via an OTA update for vehicles with

Xbox has confirmed the second batch of Game Pass additions for July. There's no obvious headliner here, but there are a bunch of great additions to the catalog. These include indie hits like Wheel World and blockbusters like Robocop: Rogue City. Let's get into it.

We wrote our inference engine on Rust, it is faster than llama cpp in all of the use cases. Your feedback is very welcomed. Written from scratch with idea that you can add support of any kernel and platform.

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44570048

Points: 72

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https://github.com/trymirai/uzu

Article URL: https://torrentfreak.com/cloudflare-starts-blocking-pirate-sites-for-uk-users-thats-a-pretty-big-deal-250715/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44571563

Points: 113

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https://torrentfreak.com/cloudflare-starts-blocking-pirate-sites-for-uk-user

I would very much like to enjoy HN the way I did years ago, as a place where I'd discover things that I never otherwise would have come across.

The increasing AI/LLM domination of the site has made it much less appealing to me.

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44571740

Points: 99

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https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44571740

Article URL: https://www.blender.org/download/releases/4-5/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44571917

Points: 56

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https://www.blender.org/download/releases/4-5/

What I’m asking HN:

What does your actually useful local LLM stack look like?

I’m looking for something that provides you with real value — not just a sexy demo.

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After a recent internet outage, I realized I need a local LLM setup as a backup — not just for experimentation and fun.

My daily (remote) LLM stack:

  - Claude Max ($100/mo): My go-to for pair programming. Heavy user of both the Claude web and desktop clients.
  - Windsurf Pro ($15/mo): Love the multi-lin

Article URL: https://systemf.epfl.ch/blog/rust-regex-lookbehinds/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44572273

Points: 14

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https://systemf.epfl.ch/blog/rust-regex-lookbehinds/

Article URL: https://www.matthieulc.com/posts/shoggoth-mini

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44572377

Points: 18

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https://www.matthieulc.com/posts/shoggoth-mini

Article URL: https://www.propublica.org/article/trump-irs-share-tax-records-ice-dhs-deportations

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44572432

Points: 54

# Comments: 47

https://www.propublica.org/article/trump-irs-share-tax-records-ice-dhs-deportations

Article URL: https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2025/07/nist-ion-clock-sets-new-record-most-accurate-clock-world

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44572499

Points: 48

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https://webdesignernews.com/building-a-3d-image-gallery-with-three-js-for-interactive-navigation/

Designing a new AI feature? Where do you even begin? From first steps to design flows and interactions, here’s a simple, systematic approach to building AI experiences that stick. More design patterns in our Smart Interface Design Patterns, a friendly video course on UX and design patterns by Vitaly — from complex data tables and nested filters to FAQs and error messages. https://webdesignernews.com/design-patterns-for-ai-interfaces/

In this tutorial I’ll show you how to create a liquid glass effect (much like Apple’s latest iOS release) with HTML, CSS, and SVG filters. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-a-liquid-glass-effect-with-svg-filters/

Brands like Nuuly, Ruggable, and GitHub are designing multidimensional experiences that build customer trust, serve employee needs, and uphold core values. https://webdesignernews.com/in-good-company-how-retailers-use-figma-to-elevate-e-commerce/

Canva is perfect for designing everything from business cards to posters. But when it comes to taking those designs from screen to paper, things can get tricky. https://webdesignernews.com/designing-for-print-in-canva-mistakes-to-avoid/

You have probably thought, “There must be a better way,” if you have ever sat in front of your screen adjusting pixel margins or rewriting the same line of CSS for the hundredth time. You’re not by yourself. In a time when creativity and efficiency are frequently seen as mutually exclusive, a new class of tools is demonstrating that you don’t have to choose between the two – greetings from... https://webdesignernews.com/using-ai-and-open-tools-to-automate-front-end-creativity/

Designing visuals that respond to real-time data or user input usually means switching between multiple tools — one for animation, another for logic, and yet another for implementation. This back-and-forth can slow down iteration, make small changes cumbersome, and create a disconnect between design and behavior. https://webdesignernews.com/making-animations-smarter-with-data-binding/

The latest version of Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot Grok is echoing the views of its billionaire creator, so much so that it will sometimes search online for Musk’s stance on an issue before offering up an opinion.

The unusual behavior of

When an emergency happens in Collier County, Florida, the 911 calls go to one of the most high-tech communications centers in the U.S., where callers can send text and video from the scene to

In this week’s Growth Memo, Kevin Indig lays out the case for a topic-first SEO approach, and how it helps future-proof your visibility.

The post Topic-First SEO: The Smarter Way To Scale Authority appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/topic-first-seo-the-smarter-way-to-scale-authority/

Google updated the Search Analytics API with a metadata field that helps identify when recent data is still being processed.

The post Google Updates Search Analytics API To Clarify Data Freshness appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-updates-search-analytics-api-to-cla

Gemini on Wear OS finally hits the sweet spot on the wrist. It's genuinely helpful, handles multiple commands and doesn't make me want to scream at my watch. See it in action on the Galaxy Watch 8. https://www.cnet.com/videos/gemini-on-the-galaxy-watch-8-made-me-a-believer/#ftag=CADf328eec

Stick it to economic uncertainty with this money trend. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/fed-up-with-the-economy-try-revenge-saving/#ftag=CADf328eec

Both Apple and Samsung's top phones can take amazing photos. But which one does it best? https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-s25-ultra-vs-iphone-16-pro-best-camera-phones-compared/#ftag=CADf328eec

Emotions affect how you approach money. Here's how to use that to your advantage. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/nearly-half-of-americans-budget-based-on-vibes-should-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

EcoFlow's new Ocean Pro is a home power backup designed for homeowners in disaster-prone states and meant to challenge Tesla's Powerwall. https://www.cnet.com/news/move-over-telsa-powerwall-ecoflow-ocean-pro-home-battery-backup-disaster-prone-areas/#ftag=CADf328eec

Motorola's already introduced wood and fabric to the Razr Ultra. Are crystals next? https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/motorola-and-swarovski-tease-an-aug-5-event-that-may-bring-crystals-to-a-phone/#ftag=CADf328eec

Midrange devices like Samsung's Galaxy A36 are driving sales by letting people try AI without busting their budgets. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/what-tariffs-smartphone-market-grows-1-as-more-devices-incorporate-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec

I spent a couple of hours with the Hisense 116UX TV, which has an RGB mini-LED backlight and a super-fast 165Hz panel. Also, it's big. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/i-watched-a-30000-116-inch-tv-now-i-need-a-bigger-living-room/#ftag=CADf328eec

Screen mass production is supposed to begin in the fourth quarter of this year, so the foldable iPhone can go on sale in 2026. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-reportedly-taps-samsung-display-for-first-foldable-iphone-screens/#ftag=CADf328eec

It turns out that soaking up the sun can benefit your health in a few key ways. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/you-need-sunlight-more-than-you-think-5-surprising-ways-the-sun-can-boost-your-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google's Material 3 Expressive makeover is slowly rolling out, and so are more horrible ads

https://www.techradar.com/televisions/google-tvs-clean-new-look-is-starting-to-appear-right-as-users-are-unhappy-with-horrible-new-home-screen-ads

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-16-july-2025

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-16-july-2025

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-16-july-2025

Meta says next-generation datacenter clusters will be so big, they take up a similar amount of space as Manhattan.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/meta-unveils-new-plans-for-multi-gigawatt-datacenter-clusters-the-size-of-manhattan

Flirty chats have been exposed after leak at AI dating advice chatbot.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/ai-dating-advice-chatbot-leaks-160k-screenshots-of-private-chats

The next game from God of War developer Sony Santa Monica reportedly won't be a new IP, "but might feel like one".

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/the-next-sony-santa-monica-game-reportedly-wont-be-a-new-ip-but-it-might-feel-like-one-says-industry-insider

Samsung is “researching and developing thinner and innovative technologies for the S Pen” according to a new report.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-might-bring-back-the-s-pen-to-its-foldables-with-an-improved-design-but-only-if-you-really-want-it

Russia has set its sights on Britain.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/russia-shifts-cyberwar-focus-from-us-to-uk-following-trumps-election

Insta360 has added software improvements to exposure, low-light performance and battery life and released several new add-ons for its superb X5 360 camera.

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/360-cameras/insta360-drops-a-big-firmware-update-and-new-accessories-for-its-flagship-360-camera-making-the-best-even-better

South Park fans around the world are furious that the series has disappeared from Paramount+ and the answer of where else to stream it is needlessly complicated.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/paramount-plus/paramount-has-quietly-removed-south-park-and-angered-fans-but-rival-services-are-still-streaming-episodes-of-the-hit-tv-show

Sony unveils the RX1R III, 10 years after the RX1R II, with its latest 61MP sensor, Bionz XR processor and AI autofocus skills.

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/compact-cameras/sony-revives-it-full-frame-premium-compact-camera-line-after-a-10-year-hiatus-with-the-pricey-new-rx1r-iii

Artificial intelligence is great at helping developers code, but it's not so useful at helping them with their most common tasks.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-is-helping-developers-save-time-but-the-struggle-to-find-timely-information-is-costing-businesses-millions

If you’re considering buying a foldable smartphone but are slightly sceptical, then Samsung’s Buy and Try scheme is one for you.

The post Samsung Buy and Try is the perfect way to try a Z Flip 7 – this is how it works appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/explainer/what-is-samsung-buy-and-try

Everything you need to know about the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, from release date and pricing speculation to leaked renders and specs. 

The post Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold rumors and everything you need to know appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/google-pixel-10-pro-fold-rumors

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, the highly anticipated remake of the third entry in Konami's historic Metal Gear franchise, is on the horizon.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/metal-gear-solid-delta-snake-eater-eyntk

An update from the John Wick Hex developers has confirmed that the game will soon be delisted from sale for good, and you don't have long to grab a copy if you ever thought of playing it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/you-only-have-a-short-time-left-to-own-the-only-official-john-wick-video-game-soon-itll-be-gone-for-good