
Welcome to The Full Nerd newsletter—your weekly dose of hardcore hardware talk from the enthusiasts at PCWorld. In it, we dive into the hottest topics from our YouTube show, plus interesting news from across the web.
This week, we’re still riding high from visiting Micro Center on opening day, but no

Having a full Windows 11 taskbar at the bottom of my display seems like a waste of space to me, seeing as I tend to pin just a few icons to it – my browser, Word, Teams, and Zoom.
In fact, the taskbar just obscures part of my wallpaper, takes my focus off the apps I’m using and makes my desktop look banal – like everyone else’s. That’s why I’ve now made it

If you’re tired of bulky desktops and laptops hogging your workspace, a mini PC makes perfect sense. And don’t worry about sacrificing performance! Mini PCs may be tiny, but they pack more power than you’d get in a comparably priced laptop. Right now, this GMKtec M3 Plus mi

If you’re still using the wall plugs (also known as power blocks, power adapters, and charger blocks) that came with your devices, you probably need to upgrade. Those things tend to be slow, and you’ll be surprised by how much faster you can charge—or in the case of this Ugreen wall plug, how much faster you can charge four devices.

One lucky PC builder found a third-party returned RTX 5090 at Walmart for well below MSRP.

AMD hires Untether AI's entire engineering team, shuttering the company's operations.

Shipments of AMD's GPUs in Q1 declined almost twofold from Q4 despite the launch of Radeon RX 9070-series products that AMD deems successful.

After years of rumors, months of hype and weeks of anticipation, the Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been released into the world. If you successfully pre-ordered a model, then well done, and if you haven’t snagged one yet, fear not. We’ve got literally tens of pages giving you all of the important info, so you can prepare and / or glower covetously at your screen. That includes Sam Rutherford’s

The Switch 2 has finally launched, and we've got our systems in-hand to show them off. This week, Devindra, Sam Rutherford and Nathan Ingraham will dive into their first impressions of Nintendo's new console and Mario Kart World. And of course, we'll discuss the chaotic launch experience. Also, we chat about what to expect from Apple's WWDC 2025, where we'll likely see a new nam
Article URL: https://lebcit.github.io/post/meet-aether-a-cms-that-actually-gets-out-of-your-way/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44198503
Points: 11
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Article URL: https://github.com/X11Libre/xserver/commits/xlibre/prepare/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44199502
Points: 25
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Article URL: https://www.phoronix.com/review/amd-radeon-8050s-graphics
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44199495
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Article URL: https://jepsen.io/analyses/tigerbeetle-0.16.11
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44199592
Points: 27
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Article URL: https://tigerbeetle.com/blog/2025-06-06-fuzzer-blind-spots-meet-jepsen/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44199662
Points: 4
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https://tigerbeetle.com/blog/2025-06-06-fuzzer-blind-spots-meet-jepsen/

To keep your towels germ-free, you need to wash them often. And don't use fabric softener. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/i-thought-i-was-washing-my-bath-towels-often-enough-but-i-was-dead-wrong/#ftag=CADf328eec

This feature lets you can launch your favorite apps from your lock screen or Control Center. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-secret-iphone-feature-lets-you-create-custom-controls/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Leica Q3 43 has gone with me everywhere to capture everything I see. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/ive-taken-over-25000-photos-with-my-new-leica-these-are-my-favorites/#ftag=CADf328eec

Over 25,000 photos later, I'm happy I made the decision to buy a Leica Q3 43. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/i-bought-an-8000-point-and-shoot-camera-and-dont-regret-it-heres-why/#ftag=CADf328eec

A leaker claims the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will have 120Hz screens, but that they won't be ProMotion displays.

DragonForce ransomware gang sent threatening emails directly to M&S CEO Stuart Machin.

It looks as though the iPhone 17 could get a welcome charging upgrade, but will it be hit by tariffs?

Although the Samsung Bespoke AI Series 8 RM70F67RDR might not look that different to the company’s previous large fridge freezers, this one has a brand-new AI Hybrid Cooling system that combines a traditional compressor with a low-power Peltier element. With the best temperature control that I’ve seen, a hugely flexible layout and low running [...]
The post Samsung Series 8 RM70F67RDR Review appeared first on

Audiolab’s entry level integrated amplifier has been given a refresh – does it do enough to take on the best at the price?
The post Audiolab 6000A MkII Review appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

We've compared the newly launched OnePlus 13s to the four-star OnePlus 13R, to help you decide which mid-ranger might suit you better.
The post OnePlus 13s vs OnePlus 13R: Comparing the mid-rangers appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/versus/oneplus-13s-vs-oneplus-13r

A decent Arm-based ultrabook.
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There’s a precision-engineered feel to much of the Husqvarna PW 235R pressure washer, but one feature is really annoying
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TL;DR: Run Windows apps on your Mac without rebooting—Parallels Desktop is

Article URL: https://www.quantamagazine.org/how-much-energy-does-it-take-to-think-20250604/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44197961
Points: 26
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https://www.quantamagazine.org/how-much-energy-does-it-take-to-think-20250604/




A couple of key mortgage rates declined. Lower mortgage rates could bring positive news to the housing market in 2025. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/rates-decline-for-prospective-buyers-mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-june-6-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Several benchmark refinance rates moved higher this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refinance-rates-tick-higher-refinance-rates-for-june-6-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

We are here at WordCamp Europe 2025 in Basel, bringing you all the latest news from the event

The real challenge isn’t building a model - it’s adding the connective layer that drives impact.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/why-most-companies-shouldnt-build-their-own-ai-solutions

These three TVs will boost your Switch 2 gaming experience.

As digital signatures become the norm in modern business, Yousign has established itself as a trusted leader across Europe. Behind its simple, intuitive interface is a powerful technical engine, handling millions of signatures each month for over 25,000 clients… https://symfony.com/blog/case-study-yousign-scaling-trust-with-smart-scalable-architecture?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed
Article URL: https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2025/self-hosting-your-own-media-considered-harmful
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44197932
Points: 280
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https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2025/self-hosting-your-own-media-considered-harmful


We often spotlight wireframes, research, or tools like Figma, but none of that moves the needle if we can’t collaborate well. Great UX doesn’t happen in isolation. It takes conversations with engineers, alignment with product, sales, and other stakeholders, as well as the ability to listen, adapt, and co-create. That’s where design becomes a team sport, and when your ability to capture the outcomes multiplies the UX impact. https://webdesignernews.com/the-most-underrated-ux-skill-no-one-talks-ab

The sudden boom in MCP has kicked excitement about the agentic web into high gear. Is this the missing link we’ve needed between AI and all our other tools? https://webdesignernews.com/double-click-what-does-mcp-mean-for-agentic-ai/

You can also create custom style variations for WordPress blocks, augmenting what’s included in a default installation. This feature puts you in control of block design and helps establish a consistent look. It also means you don’t have to settle when using core blocks. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-add-custom-style-variations-to-wordpress-blocks/

Not because it was a bad ad; in fact, it had all the right intentions: great imagery, vibrant colours, a happy family scene, and, most importantly, information that mattered. https://webdesignernews.com/why-good-design-matters-even-in-instagram-ads/

This week: a killer UX framework, jaw-dropping case studies, and tools you can use today. https://webdesignernews.com/apples-next-gen-ui/

When I think about one of the recent projects I worked on, a question comes to mind: If I wasn’t getting paid for it, would I still take on this project? Would I dedicate the same level of effort and attention to detail? Is this something I love doing, or am I just good at it? https://webdesignernews.com/embracing-the-present-finding-joy-in-your-ux-journey/

Article URL: https://countercraft.substack.com/p/defending-adverbs-exuberantly-if
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44195354
Points: 15
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https://countercraft.substack.com/p/defending-adverbs-exuberantly-if

Article URL: https://softwaredoug.com/blog/2024/08/06/i-made-search-worse-elasticsearch
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44194468
Points: 34
# Comments: 2
https://softwaredoug.com/blog/2024/08/06/i-made-search-worse-elasticsearch

Article URL: https://opensourcedistilling.com/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44197112
Points: 10
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Article URL: https://www.informationga.in/blog/building-an-ai-server-on-a-budget
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44197347
Points: 13
# Comments: 2
https://www.informationga.in/blog/building-an-ai-server-on-a-budget

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 6. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-june-6/#ftag=CADf328eec

Luma Labs' new tool augments AI videos with sound.

Call me crazy, but this has always looked and smelled like an exclusivity deal to me.
What if Brainfuck was less like C and more like Scheme?
The interpreter implemetation is pretty bad. It's not very fast, it's not very good, and it's probably not very correct. But maybe there's some vaguely interesting programs you could write with it!
For example, the Y combinator:
λf. (λx. f (x x)) (λx. f (x x))
is written as: \` \`1 `0 0 \`1 `0 0

Article URL: https://aethermug.com/posts/i-do-not-remember-my-life-and-it-s-fine
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196576
Points: 78
# Comments: 49
https://aethermug.com/posts/i-do-not-remember-my-life-and-it-s-fine
Article URL: https://openai.com/index/response-to-nyt-data-demands/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196850
Points: 6
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Article URL: https://github.com/wey-gu/py-pglite
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196945
Points: 7
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AT&T has a new offering for customers 55 years old and up that's cheaper than its other plans -- and is available throughout the US. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/at-ts-new-senior-mobile-plan-offers-big-discounts-and-sorry-55-counts-as-a-senior/#ftag=CADf328eec

Carlo Ancelotti takes charge of the Selecao for the first time in Guayaquil. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/world-cup-2026-qualifier-soccer-stream-ecuador-vs-brazil-live-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

One way to avoid Teflon flu: Make sure you don't use your nonstick cookware with high heat. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/can-your-nonstick-pan-make-you-sick-well-explain/#ftag=CADf328eec

Trump's trade policies have kept mortgage rates high, but rising unemployment could send rates lower. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-forecast-despite-small-drop-in-rates-housing-affordability-is-challenging/#ftag=CADf328eec

Initial claims for unemployment benefits just rose to their highest level in eight months. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/more-people-are-filing-for-unemployment-benefits-heres-how-to-do-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

The ability to share your NotebookLM notebooks is just one of many new features Google has dropped for the Gemini-powered research assistant. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/im-already-a-notebooklm-fan-this-sharing-feature-just-made-it-even-better/#ftag=CADf328eec

Fans are eager to learn more about Outer Worlds 2, the sequel to the 2019 award-winning sci-fi RPG. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xboxs-games-showcase-and-outer-worlds-2-direct-stream-sunday-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

Rumored features could improve Apple's new iPhone inside and out, but tariffs still loom as the launch approaches. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-17-pro-rumors-and-leaks/#ftag=CADf328eec

Meta's experimental Aria Gen 2 smart glasses use AI and advanced sensors to see and understand both what the user sees and their reactions.

Browse today's best Bose headphone deals for Father's Day gift inspiration.

The grandiose Nightlord boss fights are at the heart of Elden Ring Nightreign, with eight in total. Here are my rankings for all of them based on how much I enjoy taking them on.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/all-elden-ring-nightreign-nightlord-bosses-ranked

The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with a one-year limited warrant

Virtual and augmented reality are still pretty new frontiers with a lot of potentially cool ideas yet to be developed. The latest product in the mixed reality space could be coming from a startup called Dopple Works. Lowpass reported that the secrecy-shrouded business from Etsy co-founder and former CEO Robert K

Article URL: https://github.com/dagger/container-use
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44193933
Points: 26
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Article URL: https://scalingintelligence.stanford.edu/blogs/tokasaurus/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44195961
Points: 72
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Article URL: https://www.construction-physics.com/p/how-often-do-inventions-have-multiple
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44195783
Points: 9
# Comments: 4
https://www.construction-physics.com/p/how-often-do-inventions-have-multiple
I built https://stringflux.io/ to make everyday string transformations a little less painful. It’s similar to CyberChef in the sense that it supports multiple string operations, but with a cleaner, more focused UI and smart suggestions based on your input.
You can also chain transformations — for example: decode base64 string which was base64 encoded from minified json → then json format (pretty-print) it — all in one flow. This is helpfu
Article URL: https://tesseral.com/blog/what-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-scim
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196393
Points: 6
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https://tesseral.com/blog/what-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-scim

Article URL: https://decodingbiology.substack.com/p/machine-learning-the-native-language
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196410
Points: 6
# Comments: 0
https://decodingbiology.substack.com/p/machine-learning-the-native-language
While building my startup i kept running into the issue where ai agents in cursor create endpoints or code that shouldn't exist, hallucinates strings, or just don't understand the code.
ask-human-mcp pauses your agent whenever it’s stuck, logs a question into ask_human.md in your root directory with answer: PENDING, and then resumes as soon as you fill in the correct answer.
the pain:
your agent screams out an endpoint that never existed it makes confident assumptions and you spend hou

Central feature is a something like "yolo mode" but with fine grained controls over how yolo you're feeling. Also makes it easy to use "presets" of tools and permissions.
Let me know if you have any questions and feel free to contact me on X at https://x.com/possibilities
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44196417
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Customers 55 years old and up can sign up for a new plan that's cheaper than the carrier's other plans -- and is available across the US. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/at-t-debuts-a-new-discounted-senior-mobile-plan-and-55-counts-as-a-senior/#ftag=CADf328eec

The latest OnePlus Pad comes with a series of upgrades that can stand up to comparable Samsung tablets in its price range. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/the-oneplus-pad-3-is-official-and-looks-to-be-a-solid-midrange-android-tablet/#ftag=CADf328eec

Congressional Republicans have proposed blocking state laws around AI for 10 years. What would that mean for privacy and transparency? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-a-proposed-moratorium-on-state-ai-rules-could-affect-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

From practicing a new language to getting on-the-fly recipes, ChatGPT's Voice Mode makes my daily routines easier, faster and surprisingly human. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-switched-to-chatgpts-voice-mode-here-are-7-reasons-why-its-better-than-typing/#ftag=CADf328eec

You'll need a paid VPN to watch the game if you don't have live TV, but our top pick has a free trial. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-tonights-nba-finals-indiana-pacers-vs-oklahoma-city-thunder-game-1-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Samsung teams up with Glance AI to let users buy products from their phone lock screens. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/galaxy-lockscreens-can-use-ai-to-show-you-in-outfits-you-might-want-to-buy/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't expect much hardware news, or a mea culpa for bad Apple Intelligence

The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, but is it worth waiting in line and paying nearly $500 for one? Here's what early reviews are saying.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/switch-2-reviews-reactions