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On August 7, 2025, a new build problem started hitting many Android apps on F-Droid. Many Android apps on F-Droid have been unable to publish updates if they use Android Gradle Plugin (AGP) 8.12.0 or Gradle 9.0.

The root cause: Google’s new aapt2 binary in AGP 8.12.0 started requiring CPU instructions (SSE4.1, SSSE3) that F-Droid’s build farm hardware doesn’t support. This is similar to a 2021 AGP 4.1.0 issue, but it has returned, and now affects hundreds of apps.

As an example, my open-

Article URL: https://blog.nilenso.com/blog/2025/08/12/why-does-ai-feel-so-different/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44884825

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Earn 1,000+ backlinks and boost SEO visibility with AI-ready strategies. Save your spot for this actionable link building webinar on August 27.

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Article URL: https://yosefk.com/blog/llms-arent-world-models.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44854518

Points: 266

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Article URL: https://www.creativebloq.com/3d/blender-on-ipad-is-finally-happening-and-it-could-be-the-app-every-artist-needs

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44883987

Points: 47

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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.07407

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44884091

Points: 13

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Article URL: https://andreyor.st/posts/2023-08-27-fennel-libraries-as-single-files/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44884546

Points: 10

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Claude’s new selective memory lets users retrieve past conversations on command.

https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/claude/you-can-now-give-claude-access-to-memories-of-previous-conversations-but-only-if-you-want-to

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is one of the coolest-looking phones Samsung has ever made, and that partly comes down to its versatile cover screen.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/ive-fallen-in-love-with-the-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-7s-cover-screen-and-it-might-just-become-my-main-way-to-use-a-phone

Article URL: https://phys.org/news/2025-07-baseball-greats-eras.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44858120

Points: 8

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https://pudding.cool/2025/07/street-view/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44883304

Points: 85

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“Microbial protein,” says Katelijne Bekers, waving a vial of beige-coloured powder in front of me like it’s a magic potion. It doesn’t look like your typical lunch fare, but this unassuming dust could play a crucial role in the future of food. Bekers is the co-

Arguably the most important thing that the rise of intelligent AI could potentially bring is access. Access to goods, services, and information not just for the few, but for everyone. Victoria Slivkoff, Head of Ecos

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 13, No. 324 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-13-324/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google's Pixel 10 may be getting a lot of new features thanks to a new processor, camera systems and magnets. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/made-by-google-2025-we-found-all-the-biggest-pixel-10-leaks-and-rumors/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Blizzard Entertainment Story and Franchise Development team has unionized under Microsoft, adding to the existing unions at other Blizzard teams.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/blizzard-entertainment-story-team-unionizes

Here are the Gears of War: Reloaded PC system requirements that you'll need to meet in order to dive back in with Marcus and Delta Squad.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/gears-of-war-reloaded-pc-requirements

The Federal Trade Commission announced that Match Group will pay $14 million to settle a complaint about deceptive practices. The settlement fee will be used to provide redress to injured customers of Match Group's dating services

Apple has denied Elon Musk's accusation that it's favoring OpenAI in its App Store rankings and making it impossible for other AI companies to reach the top. In a statement sent to Bloomberg

Article URL: https://www.ft.com/content/2e6fdc73-1083-48fb-b258-d22fc7ef8ad8

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44881878

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Article URL: https://go.dev/doc/go1.25

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44881977

Points: 68

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Article URL: https://webkit.org/blog/17240/a-gentle-introduction-to-anchor-positioning/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44882438

Points: 26

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Article URL: https://asteriskmag.com/issues/11/scapegoating-the-algorithm

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44883083

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The AI search startup Perplexity has tendered an unsolicited offer to buy Google’s Chrome browser for $34.5 billion, The Wall Street Journal reports.

The bid comes as the Justice Department has asked a federal judge to require Google to sell off Chrome to end an ongoin

WordPress vulnerability in Tutor LMS Pro could expose sensitive database information.

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Google cites a 40% drop in invalid ad traffic from deceptive serving, helping protect budgets and keep billing clean for advertisers.

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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-invalid-ad-traffic-from-deceptiv

Instant Pots are incredibly versatile kitchen gadgets, but they aren't suitable for everything. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/want-to-make-dinner-in-your-instant-pot-avoid-these-10-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec

The satellite internet provider's Residential plan is down from $120 to $99 a month in some areas, and you can get the Residential Lite Plan for $65 monthly (down from $80). https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/starlink-just-slashed-prices-to-a-record-low-for-new-customers-heres-how-to-get-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

I spent weeks testing the Dreame X50 Ultra, and it worked great navigating obstacles in my home and handling pet hair. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-threshold-climbing-robot-vacuum-overcame-every-obstacle-in-my-home/#ftag=CADf328eec

Your hydration hack: ditch plain water and grab these power foods. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/you-can-stop-reaching-for-water-these-6-foods-work-better/#ftag=CADf328eec

Sony's eighth-gen console is just as relevant as ever. These are the all-time best games on the PS4. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/best-ps4-games/#ftag=CADf328eec

The surprise coincides with the announcement of Swift's 12th album, called The Life of a Showgirl. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/google-searches-for-taylor-swift-summon-this-dazzling-easter-egg/#ftag=CADf328eec

Instead of a toy, the adult-aimed meal includes a collectible tin filled with postcards and stickers, honoring one of McD's retro mascots. https://www.cnet.com/news/i-tried-the-new-mcdonaldland-meal-for-adults-with-its-bizarre-pink-and-blue-shake/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can get affordable prescriptions, alcohol and more, but you'll have to shell out for a Costco card for food court privileges. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/5-costco-hacks-for-shopping-without-a-membership/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Pixel has always been fast enough

https://www.techradar.com/phones/google-pixel-phones/dont-worry-about-pixel-10-benchmark-leaks-they-havent-mattered-before-and-they-dont-matter-now

The Wikimedia Foundation has lost its legal challenge against the Online Safety Act, but it may still be on the right track to resist new rules.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/case-dismissed-wikipedia-loses-uk-online-safety-act-legal-challenge-but-it-may-still-be-safe-from-age-checks

Tesla shutters its Dojo supercomputer team after leadership departures and a broader restructuring of AI priorities.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/a-new-ai-push-tesla-pulls-the-plug-on-its-dojo-supercomputer-because-all-the-team-is-leaving

Lawsuit turns up the heat on Microsoft over Windows 10 End of Life - and I think the pressure is really on to find a solution.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/microsoft-is-being-sued-for-killing-windows-10-here-are-5-reasons-why-the-lawsuit-could-actually-force-its-hand-to-extend-support-further

PayPal abruptly dropped support for certain currencies on Steam in July 2025, and Valve has now added a new disclaimer to the checkout page explaining the situation.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/steam-paypal-currency-valve-explains

Following the conclusion of Battlefield 6's first Open Beta weekend, the developers at DICE have confirmed they're looking into one of its biggest issues.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/im-glad-battlefield-6-is-fixing-one-of-the-open-betas-biggest-problems-its-good-news-this-feedback-is-getting-addressed-before-launch

Just when NVIDIA thought it was in the clear to resume sales of its H20 AI GPUs to China, a new report suggests that Beijing is putting pressure on its major firms to avoid the chips.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/nvidia/china-authorities-urge-avoidance-nvidia-h20-ai

New rules ban bundle spamming and gamerscore grabs, cleaning up the Microsoft Store.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-bans-exploitative-devs-from-selling-gamerscore-on-xbox-and-bundle-spamming-the-store-gamers-rejoice

https://uxdesign.cc/what-the-stopwatch-missed-861e86ad58b8?source=rss----138adf9c44c---4

Sonda do světa otevřeného softwaru. Dnes si upravíme fotky v RAW formátu, vytvoříme si zástupce přenosných aplikací, změníme si vzhled GTK aplikací a prozkoumáme sítě v okolí. https://www.root.cz/clanky/softwarova-sklizen-13-8-2025-zpracujte-sve-fotografie-ve-formatu-raw/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Databases used by US federal courts for sharing and managing case documents have been hacked. Politico first reported on the hack last week on August 6; today, an investigation from

Workers from Blizzard Entertainment's department for Story and Franchise Development have voted to unionize. Members of the team will become members of the Communication Workers of America and Microsoft has recognized the union. The SFD team is responsible for cinematics, animati

Article URL: https://tangled.sh/@oppi.li/journal

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Article URL: https://ashet.computer/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44880401

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Article URL: https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v47/n14/ferdinand-mount/biff-bang

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44880777

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Article URL: https://deanebarker.net/tech/blog/let-me-know/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44881287

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Critical WordPress vulnerability, rated 9.8/10, affects up to 70,000 installations

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WordPress vulnerability in three file manager plugins puts over 1.3 million sites at risk.

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…aneb Význam dat 12. srpna 1902 a 1990 http://www.osel.cz/14199-vyroci-objevu-dinosauriho-krale.html

Všechny zkoumané kosti neolitiků z jeskyně El Mirador ve španělské Atapuerce nesou stopy kanibalismu. Nešlo o přežití v nouzi ani bizarní náboženské rituály. Byla to sousedská zabijačka, se vším všudy. Vítězové poraženou rodinu snědli, staré, mladé i děti. Před 5 700 tisíci let. http://www.osel.cz/14200-nesnezte-sousedy-neoliticti-farmari-pojidali-porazene-nepratele.html

Being cool at night is not just about being comfortable, it's essential for quality sleep. These mattresses and accessories are packed with tech for sleepers who run hot. https://www.cnet.com/news/tempur-pedic-cooling-tech-helps-you-sleep-in-the-heat/#ftag=CADf328eec

There are a few important things to consider before you try apple cider vinegar for yourself. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/apple-cider-vinegar-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon's secret gadget aisle is a bargain hunter's dream. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/amazon-resale-vs-renewed-shopping-secrets-for-getting-new-tech-cheap/#ftag=CADf328eec

I chatted with Hawley and cast about the show's biggest themes and why it's a must-watch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/alien-earth-creator-noah-hawley-wants-you-to-have-that-im-out-feeling-each-week/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Battlefield 6 open beta for all will open back up this weekend, starting on Aug. 14. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/battlefield-6-open-beta-weekend-2-start-time-new-maps-modes/#ftag=CADf328eec

The smart camera system includes two 2K resolution cameras for a complete view of the outside of your home. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/wyzes-new-duo-cam-pan-eliminates-security-camera-blind-spots/#ftag=CADf328eec

Dreame's new lineup includes many of the premium features from the X50 Ultra, including threshold crossing. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/dreame-just-unveiled-affordable-robot-vacuums-that-can-climb-over-the-threshold-between-rooms-i-saw-them-first/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Aug. 13, No. 1,516 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-aug-13-1516/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Aug. 13, #794. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-13-794/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Aug. 13, No. 528. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-13-528/#ftag=CADf328eec

ESPN is strengthening its hold on the sports streaming space by teaming up with Fox to launch a new discounted bundle – here’s how live TV bundles and deals could affect your subscriptions.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/stream-live-sports-espn-fox-one-fubo-and-paramount-are-reshaping-live-tv-heres-what-it-means-for-your-streaming-bills

Tesla seeks Ofgem approval to supply UK electricity, aiming to combine EV, solar, and storage services amid falling sales, political scrutiny, and growing competition from Chinese rivals.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/would-you-let-elon-musk-control-your-homes-power-tesla-applies-to-start-providing-electricity-to-uk-homes

iOS 26 has given the iPhone's Camera app a major overhaul – here's my early verdict after spending several days with it.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/ive-spent-a-week-with-the-new-ios-26-camera-app-here-are-3-things-i-like-and-2-that-i-dont-as-a-photographer

Artificial, the OpenAI movie, is coming together, but we still have big questions

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/yes-sam-altman-will-be-played-by-andrew-garfield-in-artificial-but-all-we-want-to-know-is-whos-playing-elon-musk

Sandisk and SK Hynix developing High Bandwidth Flash, a hybrid memory design combining DRAM-like speed with NAND capacity to expand AI performance and efficiency.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/sandisk-and-samsungs-biggest-rival-have-come-together-to-standardize-high-bandwidth-flash-memory-and-it-could-mean-greater-ai-performance-for-everyone

A critical flaw in WinRAR (CVE-2025-8088) is under active attack by Russian-linked hackers. Update to version 7.13 now as WinRAR won't do it for you

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/new-winrar-zero-day-pc-vulnerability-exploited-by-hackers-what-you-need-to-know

Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 stood tall as one of the best Xbox games of 2024, and now it's on PS5 — with a free upgrade to the "Enhanced" version available on Xbox and PC.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/this-xbox-game-pass-sensation-is-absolute-art-on-every-level-and-just-got-a-new-enhanced-edition-oh-and-its-on-ps5-now-too

A great all-in-one charging solution for all your devices when you are on the go.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ankers-massive-laptop-power-bank-is-down-to-usd110-on-amazon-tsa-friendly-triple-usb-c-charging-and-max-output-of-165w-battery-is-perfect-for-back-to-school

Alien: Earth delivers everything you'd want from a series with "Alien" in the title: The iconic Xenomorphs hunting down hapless humans; gratuitous body horror; and androids who you can never fully trust. But writer/director Noah Hawley (Legion, Fargo) and his team also manage to push the franchise to new heights, delving into the philosophical questions that Ridley Scott's Prometheus and Alien Covenant couldn't fully explore. It's not just merely an Alien T

Previously, if you wanted a monitor for competitive gaming, you had to choose between an IPS or VA panel to get something with a super high refresh rate or opt for a slower OLED display with richer colors and better contrast. But today, Samsung is changing that with the Odyssey OLED G6, which is the first 500Hz OLED gaming monitor in the world.

Available for $1,000, the

Meta's X competitor, Threads, is continuing to add users at a brisk clip, with the social network now surpassing 400 million monthly active users. The news, reported by Fast Company, follows Threads reaching the

Article URL: https://asteriskmag.com/issues/11/why-are-there-so-many-rationalist-cults

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44877076

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Article URL: https://ethanding.substack.com/p/openai-burns-the-boats

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Article URL: https://danco.substack.com/p/im-joining-a16z

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44878757

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Article URL: https://media.ccc.de/v/why2025-9-how-to-become-your-own-isp

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44878916

Points: 15

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Article URL: https://every.to/vibe-check/vibe-check-claude-sonnet-4-now-has-a-1-million-token-context-window

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44878999

Points: 68

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Article URL: https://yosefk.com/blog/the-high-level-cpu-challenge.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44879113

Points: 47

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Article URL: https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-financial-page/is-the-ai-boom-turning-into-an-ai-bubble

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44879373

Points: 74

# Comments: 59

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Article URL: https://www.newsweek.com/h-1b-visas-changes-approved-white-house-report-2112216

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44879746

Points: 63

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Article URL: https://www.marcrand.com/p/lets-get-real-about-the-one-person

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44879853

Points: 68

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Article URL: https://blog.dataengineerthings.org/the-equality-delete-problem-in-apache-iceberg-143dd451a974

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44880081

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Billionaire SpaceX, Tesla and X owner Elon Musk says he plans to sue Apple for not featuring X and its

Financial companies from Bank of America to Fiserv are preparing to launch their own dollar-backed crypto tokens now that a new U.S. law has established the first-ever rules for stablecoins, but experts warn the path forward could be anything but simple.

U.S. President Donald Trump

What does the Teal Wand test for? Does it replace a Pap smear? We got these questions answered and more. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/first-at-home-cervical-cancer-screening-wand-now-available-how-works-who-can-use/#ftag=CADf328eec

Reports based on a developer beta version of iOS 26 seem to confirm Apple is working on this feature. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/are-gesture-enabled-airpod-live-translations-incoming-ios-26-beta-suggests-yes/#ftag=CADf328eec

Now's your chance to sing along with HUNTR/X and Saja Boys. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/kpop-demon-hunters-is-heading-to-theaters-heres-how-to-get-tickets/#ftag=CADf328eec

A judge rules Apple and Google breached competition laws by removing the game in 2020, but the return date isn't known. https://www.cnet.com/tech/fortnite-returning-to-iphones-in-australia-after-epic-games-wins-in-court/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple's refusal to promote Grok amounts to an antitrust violation, Musk says. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/elon-musk-threatens-to-sue-apple-for-favoring-chatgpt-over-grok-in-app-store/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple Arcade subscribers can also test their knowledge every day with a new Jeopardy game. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/get-ready-for-football-season-with-nfl-retro-bowl-26-on-apple-arcade/#ftag=CADf328eec

Portable ACs have some quirks to consider. Here's what I learned during and after buying my first one. https://www.cnet.com/news/5-pitfalls-to-avoid-when-buying-a-portable-air-conditioner-from-someone-who-has/#ftag=CADf328eec