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Updates to the Maps app reveal the Formula One race course and expanded details in Monte Carlo. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-cant-make-it-to-the-f1-monaco-grand-prix-but-apple-maps-will-help-me-feel-like-im-there/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Google's Gemini AI promises to be the voice assistant I always wanted -- and it could be a big embarrassment to Siri if it really works. https://www.cnet.com/tech/google-can-put-siri-to-shame-and-fix-the-biggest-problem-with-voice-assistants/#ftag=CADf328eec

I got used to Samsung's slim, light phone far quicker than I expected, and I'm not sure I can go back. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/my-first-day-with-the-galaxy-s25-edge-battery-life-be-damned-im-in-love/#ftag=CADf328eec

Shortwave's AI email productivity tool was made with simplicity -- and specifically Google users -- in mind. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/if-youre-comparing-ai-email-tools-heres-one-worth-your-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

Meta has stated that the FTC's evidence doesn't stack up, adding that content and engagement have improved since its acquisitions.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/meta-says-no-evidence-it-monopolized-social-media-market-asks-judge-to-throw-out-antitrust-case

The Breville Luxe Brewer lets you decide exactly how your coffee brews – and stops you spilling water on your counter.

https://www.techradar.com/home/coffee-machines/brevilles-new-premium-drip-coffee-maker-promises-quick-cold-brew-more-flavor-and-less-mess

Netflix's Gears of War and Bioshock movies might be about to escape their developmental purgatory.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/two-big-netflix-video-game-movie-adaptations-just-got-their-most-exciting-updates-in-years

The Beako Kiwibit bird feeder camera launches on May 20, 2025, and promises unmatched 4K video quality and unique design features.

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/finally-a-bird-feeder-camera-with-4k-video-plus-it-has-some-handy-features-for-any-garden

Nikon may be launching its first camera with RED cinema technology and features later in 2025.

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/video-cameras/nikons-next-camera-could-be-a-sony-rivalling-video-specialist-with-red-tech

The best Marvel Rivals Graphics settings for PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox. Also, the settings to use to boost frame rate, resolution, and highlight enemies better.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/marvel-rivals-best-graphics-settings-ps5-ps5-pro-xbox

Hackers bribed Coinbase employees to obtain the data and later demanded a ransom.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/personal-information-leaked-in-coinbase-cyberattack-cost-could-be-usd400-million

Acer has announced new powerful laptops ahead of Computex 2025, adding to both its Swift and Aspire line-ups.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/laptops/acer-announces-new-swift-and-aspire-laptop-line-ups-here-are-4-big-things-you-need-to-know-about-them

Acer is dipping a toe into health tracking (again) with the Acer FreeSense smart ring.

https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/acers-surprise-new-device-is-nothing-to-do-with-your-laptop-its-a-fitness-tracking-smart-ring

Acer has connected a discrete Nvidia RTX 50-series gaming GPU to Intel's Lunar Lake to create the Triton 14 AI ultra-portable gaming laptop. It just might be the coolest thing announced for Computex in Taipei next week.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/acer-predator-triton-14-ai-gaming-laptop

The Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1 (Intel) is an affordable laptop with solid performance, great battery life, and strong hinges, but its display and audio fall flat.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/dell-14-plus-2-in-1-intel-review

Track your workouts more accurately this summer with this fantastic $100 discount on the Garmin Forerunner 265.

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An NFL team had to remove its Minecraft-themed social media video due to licensing issues with Microsoft. The video also included a joke that team called "insensitive."

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/minecraft-licensing-robbed-us-of-this-controversial-nfl-schedule-release-video

Production on Surface Laptop Studio 2 is reportedly coming to an end. Resellers will no longer stock it over the summer, and it appears a Surface Laptop Studio 3 isn't imminent.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/microsoft-might-kill-the-surface-laptop-studio-as-production-is-quietly-halted

Gaming handhelds could better be used as all-around entertainment and work machines if they just had this one simple feature.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/gaming-handhelds-should-have-kickstands

Windows 11 now comes with Semantic Indexing with AI to make it easier to find files and settings by using a description instead of the actual names.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/how-to-get-started-with-semantic-indexing-on-windows-11

AMD might construct its high-end Medusa Point APUs with an MCM design, placing a desktop-grade CCD with up to 12 Zen 6 cores next to standard 10-core mobile silicon.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amds-next-generation-zen-6-medusa-point-apus-could-feature-as-many-as-22-cores

Silicon Power has unveiled two new DDR5 XPOWER memory modules, its first to feature CUDIMM technology.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ddr5/silicon-power-launches-its-first-cudimm-high-performance-ddr5-with-speeds-of-up-to-9200mt-s

Acer is launching its Predator Triton 14 AI and Helios Neo 14 AI at Computex, expanding the selection of thin and light gaming notebooks using Nvidia's latest GPUs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/acer-has-a-new-pair-of-14-5-inch-laptops-for-gaming-on-the-go

Acer launched a new lineup of Swift laptops at Computex, with slim designs and plenty of ports.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/ultrabooks-ultraportables/acers-new-swift-edge-14-ai-is-a-bunch-of-ports-and-a-soft-touch-keyboard

AOC’s Q27G4XY is a smart TV and a gaming monitor in one 27-inch QHD display with a VA panel, 180 Hz, Adaptive-Sync, HDR10 and wide gamut color. With integrated Wi-Fi, speakers and a remote, it’s an all-in-one personal entertainment solution.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/aoc-q27g4xy-qhd-smart-gaming-monitor-review

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https://uxdesign.cc/how-long-designs-survive-02151ddfcee0?source=rss----138adf9c44c---4

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Learn how to create and implement a UX strategy framework that shapes work and drives real business value. https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/05/building-practical-ux-strategy-framework/

Managing subscriptions directly from your iPhone is one of the simplest ways to prevent unwanted charges and keep track of active services. Whether you're looking to cancel a streaming platform, cloud storage plan or any other recurring charge that you signed up for through Apple, doing so only takes a few steps.

If you download an app from the App Store, you may find the

It looks like we're entering the era of crazy-thin phones. This week, Samsung finally announced the Galaxy S25 Edge, its slimmest smartphone yet. Is there actually a point to it, or is Samsung just trying to beat Apple to its rumored super-thin iPhone? Engadget's Sam Rutherford joins us to dive into the S25 Edge, as well as some pre-Google I/O news from the Android Show.

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In the early hours of May 14, xAI's chatbot Grok repeatedly gave X users responses that referred to claims about a "white genocide" in South Africa even if their inquiries had nothing to do about the subject. Now, in a statement posted on

Those keen on trying out a VPN to protect their online activity can get a great deal on ProtonVPN thanks to an Engadget-exclusive offer. Two-year plans are on sale for $81 right now,

When it comes to headphones, we can’t shut up about Sony’s top-tier buds and over-the-head options. In each iteration, the company adds new features, develops better technology and hones its strengths in portable audio, and three years on from the WH-1000XM5, the sixth-gen model does it yet again.

Sony’s overhauled its flagship headphones in all the right ways. The

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Article URL: https://blog.fka.dev/blog/2025-05-16-beyond-text-only-ai-on-demand-ui-generation-for-better-conversational-experiences/

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Article URL: https://daniel.haxx.se/blog/2025/05/16/leeks-and-leaks/

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Article URL: https://www.library.hbs.edu/working-knowledge/you-re-right-you-are-working-longer-and-attending-more-meetings

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Article URL: https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/16/apple-blocks-fortnite-return-to-ios-app-store/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44003590

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Article URL: https://www.asayers.com/jetrelay/

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Article URL: https://grimoiremanor.substack.com/p/the-problem-with-teens-isnt-smartphones

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Article URL: https://github.com/xai-org/grok-prompts

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Article URL: https://www.theverge.com/news/668220/grok-white-genocide-south-africa-xai-unauthorized-modification-employee

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44004250

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Article URL: https://virtualize.sh/blog/ground-control-to-major-trial/

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Alexander Skarsgård stars in this adaptation of the award-winning book series. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/murderbot-how-to-watch-apples-new-sci-fi-comedy-thriller/#ftag=CADf328eec

Dreaming of going off-grid? Here's the financial reality of a Powerwall. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/thinking-about-a-tesla-powerwall-heres-what-itll-actually-cost-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

The bar was removed in 2022, but you can bring it back in a few easy steps. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/heres-how-you-can-bring-the-volume-bar-back-to-your-iphones-lock-screen/#ftag=CADf328eec

Whether you’re heading out for Memorial Day travel or other vacation rental travel, our CNET experts have safety recommendations when you’re ready to leave. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/i-travel-and-test-home-security-here-are-my-top-9-airbnb-safety-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you currently have eye drops in your medicine cabinet, make sure they're not part of a recent recall. Plus, how to buy safe eye drops. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/how-find-safe-eye-drops-75000-cases-recalled/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you ever wondered whether people buy phones for the cameras, take a look at the Samsung S25 Edge. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-samsung-s25-edges-camera-is-good-enough-to-rival-the-ultra/#ftag=CADf328eec

Ready to up your sleep game? Check out the latest model of Eight Sleep's smart bedroom setup, which features a hydro-powered blanket, surround sound, advanced health tracking and more. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/eight-sleep-pod-5-is-here-what-to-know-about-this-ai-driven-sleep-system/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft agreed to make an EU-specific version of Azure to support competition following a CISPE complaint, but it failed.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-misses-deadline-for-secure-eu-azure

DC Studios co-chief James Gunn has dropped a big hint about Wonder Woman's big-screen return.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/entertainment/james-gunn-sparks-excitement-over-wonder-womans-dcu-debut-and-fans-think-it-wont-be-long-until-she-teams-up-with-superman-and-batman

Sony's newest headphones supply incredible ANC and brilliant audio... but are they right for you?

https://www.techradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/3-reasons-id-buy-the-sony-wh-1000xm6-and-3-reasons-i-wouldnt-based-on-my-real-world-testing

For those who struggle to use Chrome and Android in conventional ways, more assistance is on the way.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/android/android-and-chrome-just-got-4-super-useful-accessibility-upgrades-including-a-powerful-gemini-trick-for-quizzing-photos

European retailers are complaining about Visa and Mastercard's fees and lack of transparency to the European Commission.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/retailers-demand-european-commission-investigate-visa-and-mastercard-fees

A code sleuth may have discovered that AirPods Pro 3 headphones are on the way.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/apple-code-hints-at-airpods-pro-3-launch-heres-what-to-expect

The AeroClip sees Soundcore’s open-ear earbud ranks swell with another clip-on set that’ll sit on your ears while (hopefully) delivering some high quality open-ear sound. They join Soundcore’s C30i and C40i clip-on buds, with the AeroClip promising to punch out bassy, customisable sound, and clear call quality. It’s doing that all for less than [...]

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For all the benefits of Wi-Fi 7, the high starting prices of the initial set of devices put off all but those with the deepest pockets. While I’ve seen several cheaper Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems since, they usually compromise on performance somewhere along the line. The Netgear Orbi 870 Series is designed to redress [...]

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Summer is the perfect time to pick up a new Bluetooth speaker and this deal makes the JBL Clip 5 a no-brainer.

The post JBL’s ultra-portable Clip 5 speaker is less than $50 with this deal appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/jbl-clip-5-speaker-portable-bluetooth-speaker-under-50

Track your health, wellness and activity with the mighty Garmin Fenix 7X Solar, which is now just £430 on Amazon.

The post The Garmin Fenix 7X Solar is cheaper than the Apple Watch Ultra 2 appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/garmin-fenix-7x-solar-amazon-price-drop

Microsoft quietly announced its plan to pull the plug on Bing Search APIs, and third-party app developers won't have access to the search engine's results.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/browsing/bing-search-apis-to-be-decommissioned-completely

Microsoft closed its Experience Centre in Sydney on May 10, 2025, but online customer support remains available for queries and other help.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-closed-experience-center-store-in-sydney-australia

Silicon Motion's new SM2324 single-chip controller for external SSDs enables high-capacity, low-power external SSDs with up to 32TB and 4,000 MB/s read speeds over a 40 Gbps USB4 interface.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/external-ssds/silicon-motions-new-sm2324-enables-usb4-ssd-control-with-up-to-32tb-supported

The fully featured gaming monitor from LG has all the specs for the all-time low price of $897

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/go-big-or-go-home-with-this-32-inch-240hz-4k-gaming-monitor-from-lg-now-at-its-lowest-ever-price-of-usd897

A new report claims Washington is considering adding a number of Chinese chipmakers to its export blacklist.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/trump-administration-could-add-cxmt-and-other-chinese-chipmakers-to-ever-expanding-export-blacklist

Pliops claims its XDP LightningAI card and FusIOnX software accelerate large language model inference by offloading context data to SSDs, reducing redundant computation, and boosting vLLM throughput by up to eight times while avoiding the need for additional GPUs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ssds/pliops-expands-ais-context-windows-with-3d-nand

We’ve built an AI risk assessment tool designed specifically for GenAI/LLM applications. It's still early, but we’d love your feedback. Here’s what it does:

1. it performs comprehensive AI risk assessments by analyzing your codebase against different AI regulation/framework or even internal policies. It identifies potential issues and suggests fixes directly through one click PRs.

2. the first framework the platform supports is OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications 2025, upcoming framework w

Article URL: https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2025/05/07/compressed-music-might-be-harmful-to-the-ears

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Multiple important refinance rates fell. If you're in the market for a refi, keep an eye out for lower rates. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-drop-over-the-last-week-mortgage-refinance-rates-on-may-16-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

You'll want to grab this iFi the next time you fly

https://www.techradar.com/audio/this-bluetooth-travel-adapter-for-flights-lets-two-headphones-connect-for-shared-viewing-and-can-be-used-to-stream-music-to-your-car-too

AI is all the rage — but is it the smartest path to better business results?

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-vs-automation-how-to-determine-the-best-roi-for-your-business

Why the gap between software quality and security is growing and how to close it.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/cybersecurity-blind-spots-why-ignoring-qa-risks-crashing-your-product

Google has blocked full file uploads on the Nextcloud Android app, citing vague security concerns, but critics say it’s about crushing cloud competitors.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/google-is-blocking-a-popular-rivals-file-upload-capability-on-android-by-changing-just-one-thing-and-theres-nothing-they-can-do

Design platform offers more details on its new toolset - and how it helps teams come together as one.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/from-idea-to-product-how-figma-is-redesigning-workflows-with-its-new-line-up

Samsung joins the list of Big Tech giants facilitating Russia's censorship and kills the AdGuard VPN app from its Galaxy App Store in the country.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/adguard-vpn-disappears-from-russias-samsung-galaxy-app-store-heres-what-we-know-so-far

Powered by Stihl’s 10.8V AS battery system, the Stihl HSA 40 is a simpler, lighter hedge trimmer for smaller jobs. It struggles a little with thicker branches and isn’t the fastest cutter, but it’s easy to use, and very light. This hedge trimmer also has Stihl’s regular build quality, so feels much better made [...]

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Symfony 7.3 introduces several enhancements to the DependencyInjection component that simplify service configuration, make autoconfiguration more flexible, and enable environment-specific aliasing.

Service Closure Shorthand… https://symfony.com/blog/new-in-symfony-7-3-dependency-injection-improvements?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

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Article URL: https://www.workatastartup.com/jobs/15822

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44002522

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Article URL: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/1679788/000167978825000094/coin-20250514.htm

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44002536

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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 16. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-may-16/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: https://alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/alz.70157

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44000724

Points: 16

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Article URL: https://www.statnews.com/2025/05/15/theranos-whistleblower-tyler-shultz-commentary-elizabeth-holmes-billy-evans-haemanthus-startup/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44001041

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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44001087

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