
Improving the place where developers have real conversations and real collaboration https://stackoverflow.blog/2025/08/11/renewing-chat-on-stack-overflow/

How do you design block quotes and pull quotes to reflect a brand’s visual identity and help tell its story? Here’s how I do it by styling the HTML blockquote
element using borders, decorative quote marks, custom shapes, and a few unexpected properties.
Getting Creative With Quotes originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is p

You can now run ChatGPT locally on your own computer. Let's see how it holds up. https://www.cnet.com/videos/gpt-oss-is-out-here-are-my-first-impressions/#ftag=CADf328eec

But my testing showed me I'm not patient enough to get the truly best results. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-midjourneys-ai-video-generator-and-its-hard-to-beat-the-value-for-the-price/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: As someone who has been writing about the iPhone for over a decade, I'm ready to see Apple step it up in this perhaps unexpected way. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/impress-me-apple-make-this-one-unexpected-change-with-the-iphone-17/#ftag=CADf328eec

You don't need toxic sprays when a potted plant can keep bugs away. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/sick-of-bugs-these-houseplants-are-natural-bug-shields-for-your-kitchen/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new AI Harmonize tool aims to cut down the time needed to relight and recolor photos in composite images. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/adobe-wants-you-to-use-ai-to-stop-poorly-photoshopping-images/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can cook the perfect steak with just one simple trick. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-one-steak-hack-will-make-you-the-grill-god-of-every-cookout/#ftag=CADf328eec

A password manager can help keep your private data secure, and they're easier to use than you may think. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/still-on-the-fence-about-getting-a-password-manager-heres-why-you-need-one-and-how-to-set-one-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

With these amazing tips and tricks, folding a fitted sheet is no longer an impossible task. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/folding-a-fitted-sheet-isnt-impossible-with-these-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Steam Deck 2 isn't here yet and might not be for a long while, but a hardware modder has just upgraded the OLED model's RAM for better performance, a process that isn't ideal for beginners.

Hackers bragged about stealing 460 GB of sensitive data from Columbia University.

Alien: Earth will premiere on Hulu and Disney+ this week – here are the release dates and launch times you need to know about.

Google's Pixel 10 Pro design is tempting me away from the iPhone 17 Pro.

Trump has accused Intel CEO Tan of having major 'conflicts of interest,' but fails to see the hypocrisy.

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-12-august-2025

There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.

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-12-august-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-12-august-2025

The Marshall Kilburn III has it all – stunning looks, jaw-droppingly good sound quality, and enough battery to last for days on end.

Making the move to modern app architecture isn’t just a cost decision, rather a growth decision.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/out-with-the-old-code-ways-to-future-proof-your-apps

Fraud is the most common UK crime, banks can't protect customers with inefficient AI.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/smarter-than-the-scam-how-optimized-ai-is-reshaping-fraud-detection

Instagram's new map feature has caused serious concerns for location privacy. We explain everything you need to know.
The post Does Instagram really show followers your exact location? The new feature explained appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/explainer/what-is-instagram-map

The Oura Gen3 Heritage Smart Ring usually sells for £249 and is now a standout bargain, dropping to just £135.
The post You can snag an Oura Ring for almost half price for a limited time appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/snag-oura-ring-almost-half-price-limited-time

This deal gets you the Pureborne 42-inch Smart Tower Fan with Remote & App Control for just £79.99. That's a huge 77% drop from its usual £349.95 price.
The post Save almost £270 on a 42-inch tower fan in time for this week’s heatwave appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

Using a roller, rather than mop pads, the Eufy Omni E25 cleans floors with only clean water, and it's a powerful vacuum, too.
The post Eufy Omni E25 Review appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

The HP Stream 14” laptop was already a great buy at $379, but it’s now just $279, saving you an extra $100 at checkout.
The post This back-to-school laptop deal is flying under the radar right now appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/back-to-school-laptop-deal-flying-under-the-radar-right-now

Chromebooks were never built to be serious gaming machines, but Google did at least make inroads with Steam. Now, that'll be joining Stadia in the Google Graveyard.

Former Chief Business Officer at Google X, Mo Gawdat, says the idea of AI creating jobs is "100% crap", further indicating that the technology will replace the entire workforce, including CEOs.

Over 2 years ago, former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates claimed that OpenAI's technology had reached a plateau, indicating that GPT-5 wouldn't be significantly better than GPT-4.

A lawsuit says Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support to push AI PCs, warning millions will skip upgrades and face security risks.

The company has committed to supporting Edge on Windows 10 for three more years for free, regardless of whether you intend to pay for security updates on the EOL platform.

OpenAI introduced its latest GPT-5 model last week, and the reception to the new AI has been largely negative, especially from those who lost GPT-4o companions. Sam Altman has now responded to the backlash.

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Support for Windows 10 is set to end in October 2025, but that doesn’t have to be the final curtain. With the extended security updates, you’ll continue to receive support for up to 10 systems for one year at no cost. It’s worth signing up if you plan to keep using Windows 10.

CDs aren’t exactly cutting-edge in 2025. Since the peak years around the turn of the millennium, sales have plummeted because streaming services like Spotify have taken over. But there are still times when people want to save their old CDs for posterity.
These might be discs that aren’t available on American streaming services. Maybe it’s because you picke

A joint team has successfully 3D printed a titanium fuel tank that was able to pass a durability test for space travel.

Stack up on frames with PNY's GeForce RTX 5080 OC at its lowest price

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, facing pressure from Trump over China ties, will reportedly meet the president to clarify his background and stress Intel’s national security role. Tan, who led Cadence Design, aims to secure support for Intel’s U.S. manufacturing amid strategic board tensions and slowed plant progress.

Nvidia and AMD have reportedly agreed to pay the U.S. government 15% of China-sourced revenues to unlock export licenses for previously restricted chips.

The debate over whether AI chipmakers should be allowed to sell their products to China has taken an unusual turn. The US government has reportedly given NVIDIA and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) permission to make the sales but for one big catch: 15 percent of the sales. The news was first reported by The Financial Times, which cited multiple people familiar with the agreeme

They might be nearly three years old at this point, but Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro remain some of the most popular wireless earbuds around for a reason, and right now they’re down to

Even though the Switch 2 basically just came out, we're already starting to see discounts on some of its accessories. One of the more charming peripherals, the HORI Piranha Plant camera, is on sale right now for only $40. That's $20 off and a record-low price. It's a good deal for anyone who wants to take advantage of the Switch 2's camera functionality in games like Mario Kart World and that


Forget Cowboy Carter or the Eras tour, the hottest ticket this year is for your favorite podcast.
Content creator tours sold nearly 500% more tickets this year compared to 2024, according to StubHub, with Alex Cooper’s Unwell tour, Crime Junkie‘s podcast tour and Mel Robbins’s Let Them tour the highest in demand.
With ticket prices at nearly 40% less than traditional live events on average, it’s easy to see why. Going to a l

Search is evolving into semantic territory. Web Guide's “query fan-out” changes how content is found, and how it must be created.
The post Google Web Guide: How It’s Reshaping The SERP And What It Means For Your SEO Strategy appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Structured data helps, but semantic HTML does the heavy lifting. Here's a practical guide for making your markup meaningful again.
The post Why Semantic HTML Matters For SEO And AI appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/why-semantic-html-matters-for-seo-and-ai/553197/

I'm happy we don't have to live with Apple's choice. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-ios-26-toggle-fixes-a-camera-app-redesign-issue-you-might-have-noticed/#ftag=CADf328eec

You're probably using olive oil for everything, and it's holding your cooking back. https://www.cnet.com/news/why-chefs-dont-use-olive-oil-for-everything-and-what-they-use-instead/#ftag=CADf328eec

Petcube's fountain is wireless, app-controlled and compact to get your pet more interested in water: I came away impressed. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/this-smart-pet-fountain-looks-so-good-i-almost-drank-out-of-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

Updated design, better battery life and a few surprise health features... Here's everything we expect on the next Apple Watch straight from the rumor mill (and the CEO himself)! https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-apple-watch-series-11-may-drop-in-less-than-a-month/#ftag=CADf328eec

AMD and Nvidia will have to hand over 15% of the revenue from new China chips sales to US government in 'unprecedented' sales deal.

The Google Pixel Buds 2a may be going up in price – and by more than just a bit

Spider-Man 4's backstage-access videos are warming my heart, but I still expect them to be an exception to the Marvel norm.

The speakers to provide bangers while you BBQ –or a soundtrack for every post-work swim

Sam Altman confirms OpenAI has tweaked rate limits for ChatGPT Plus subscribers to right the wrongs of last week's GPT-5 launch.

I wouldn't bet on the new AMD RX 7400 being your budget GPU savior – that might be Intel's B380 instead.

Microsoft is shuttering its Lens app soon, but users can continue scanning with the Copilot app.

Surfshark’s FastTrack is currently available for better VPN connectivity in Seattle, Sydney, and Vancouver on macOS, with the VPN service provider confirming plans to expand further.

According to the latest figures ChatGPT-5 hallucinates less than GPT-4o, but Grok 4 hallucinates a lot more than most GPT models.

The upcoming Pixel Watch 4 could sport an entirely new side-mounted charging system for easier, faster charging.
The post New Pixel Watch 4 leak teases an all-new charging system and more appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/pixel-watch-4-leak-teases-redesigned-charging-system

Need an accurate and reliable smartwatch but are torn between a Garmin or Apple Watch? This guide is here to help.
The post Garmin vs Apple Watch: Which smartwatch should you get? appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

New rumours suggest Apple is currently testing the ability for Siri to directly control a variety of third-party iPhone apps.
The post Siri’s next trick could turn your voice into a remote for iPhone apps appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/siris-next-trick-could-turn-your-voice-into-

A bit like the day when there’s not some sort of product promotion happening at Holland & Barrett, it’s a rare day when FiiO isn’t launching some intriguing new piece of equipment or other. Today it’s the BTR17 – a headphone amp/DAC of the type we’ve become used to, but with top-of-the-shop wireless Bluetooth [...]
The post FiiO BTR17 Review appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

This NordVPN 1-Year VPN & Cybersecurity Bundle lets you protect your internet connection on up to ten devices at once for just £45.99.
The post If you’ve been meaning to get a VPN, NordVPN Complete is 49% off for a year appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
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I’m typing this on the world’s first rollable laptop. With an OLED display that extends upwards at the push of a button, it feels like something you’d see in a science fiction show—or like a

A decent antivirus program and VPN are a great first line of defense against hackers. But if you haven’t tweaked certain Windows settings, you could still be leaving back doors open for malicious actors

A high-resolution CT scan of Intel’s legendary 386 processor reveals its hidden inner world without breaking it open. See the complete 3D map of gold bond wires, detailed pin connections, and the layered power planes that powered one of computing’s most influential CPUs.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/ct-scan-peels-back-the-layers-of-time-to

Apple’s manufacturing partners in Taiwan are reportedly preparing a MacBook deluge with a new level of affordability, according to industry sources.

Adaptec has introduced a new enterprise RAID card that uses software-defined storage to support up to 32 PCIe 5.0 SSDs with speeds of up to 291 GB/s.

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In late July, the Trump administration released its long-awaited AI Action Plan, which includes steps to cut environmental requirements and streamline permitting policies to make it easier to build data centers and power infrastructure.
But even with massive deregulation, the fact remains: we have no idea where we’ll find all the energy, water, and grid capacity

Matthew Williams has slept very little since he learned about Sacha Stone’s plan to build a “sovereign” micronation on 60 acres of land near his home in rural Tennessee. What began as a quick Google search in April quickly became hours of research and then days, then weeks. “It was between working on this and then stressing about working on this,” he says. Within a month, “between me and my wife, we watched over 30 hours of his videos.”
With his long hair and often bare chest

Brave Search announced an AI Grounding API that enables users to connect AI systems to Brave Search's authoritative search index.
The post Brave Announces AI Grounding API With Plans Starting At Free appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/brave-announces-ai-grounding-api/553347/

No, Antivirus and endpoint protection are not enough to protect you: continuous training is what will keep businesses secure, here's why.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/dont-stop-at-basic-protections-make-ongoing-training-a-priority

Hostinger Horizons adds built-in ecommerce tools, into its AI-driven vibe coding platform.

AI workloads are breaking cloud economics. Here’s why smarter teams are rethinking their infrastructure strategy.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-hidden-mathematics-of-ai-why-your-gpu-bills-dont-add-up

Nearly four months after systems were first taken down, M&S has finally restored its in-store "click and collect" services.

The Nintendo Switch 2 didn’t come out of the gate with a host of exclusive, must-play games. But we’re a few months into the console’s lifecycle now and there are a variety of Switch 2-only games that are worth your cash, as well as a bunch of original Switch games that have received improvements for the new console And there’s also a robust selection of third-party games that have been on other consoles for a while, but not available on the Switch.
Between all those, there are plenty

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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Aug. 11 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-monday-aug-11/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 11, No. 322 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-11-322/#ftag=CADf328eec

Collaboration will be key to success in advancing AI innovation with safety and trust.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/open-source-ai-is-central-to-safe-development-and-deployment
Article URL: http://sgros.blogspot.com/2013/08/tcp-client-self-connect.html
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