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If you sleep on a GhostBed Natural mattress, your bed may have been recalled due to a fire hazard. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/ghostbed-natural-mattress-recalled-due-to-fire-hazard-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

Yale's smart lock is one of our top picks for a keyless deadbolt replacement: Best Buy's weekend deal is a great time to get one at $60 off. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-over-50-on-yales-assure-lock-2-at-best-buy-this-weekend/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Pandemic board game is perfect for spicing up family game night, working on strategy and teambuilding -- and it's only $14 today. https://www.cnet.com/deals/snag-pandemic-for-your-game-night-at-half-price/#ftag=CADf328eec

Spectra Logic's Spectra Cube library is compatible with LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8, and LTO-9 tapes and can store up to 30PB of data.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/a-30000tb-tower-powered-by-a-70-year-old-technology-spectra-logic-proves-that-data-tape-still-has-a-place-in-an-ai-world-with-storage-system-that-can-handle-thousands-of-lto-9-tapes

Target Circle deals of the day offers Meta Quest 2 with gift card bundle for $199

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/gaming/vr/act-fast-meta-quest-2-just-dropped-to-dollar199-includes-free-target-gift-card

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 has a massive 49-inch curved display, a 240Hz refresh rate, and all the specs you need to get the most out of your gaming PC. Right now, you can get that monitor for its best price ever.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/monitors/ridiculous-doesnt-even-begin-to-cover-the-samsung-odyssey-oled-g9-gaming-monitor-and-its-now-

Everything you need to know about Arm64-based devices running Windows.

https://www.windowscentral.com/windows-on-arm

Chinese publication HKEPC details how different brands carry out the RMA process for GeForce RTX 4090 graphics cards in China

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/chinese-gamers-cant-rma-their-rtx-4090s-due-to-us-sanctions-users-are-being-very-careful-with-how-they-treat-their-top-tier-gpus

NorthridgeFix reveals that RTX 4090 deaths have not gone away. The GPU repair facility says it still gets dead 4090s every single day from across the globe.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/rtx-4090s-are-still-melting-two-years-after-launch-gpu-repair-facility-works-on-burned-rtx-4090s-every-single-day

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Creating 3D effects in CSS isn’t an entirely new concept, but typical approaches use additional elements in the markup and pseudo-elements in the styles to pull it off. Temani Afif applies 3D effects and sliding transitions to a single <img> using clever CSS techniques that demonstrate advanced, modern styling practices. https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/04/sliding-3d-image-frames-css/

Ubisoft’s online-only racing game The Crew stopped being operable on April 1. Some users are reporting, however, that things have gone a bit further. They say that the company actually reached into Ubisoft Connect accounts and revoked the license to access the game, according to reports by Game Rant and others.

Some of these users

Roku has

Google, the search giant that brought in more than $73 billion in profit last year, is protesting a California bill that would require it and other platforms t

TempleOS is an experimental OS designed to be simple and self-hosted with a JIT compiler. I was mesmerized by it but didn't like the hassle of using virtual machines to boot it up and move files around from the virtual drive.

My project lets you run TempleOS as an app of some sort instead of using a virtual machine to run it - this brings a lot of benefits like speed, seamless filesystem integration (virtual machine development with stock TempleOS is really a pain.), command-line mode wher

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Hi HN,

moved by curiosity about how to build an autonomous agent, and to explore the boundaries of machine creativity, I built a fictional entity (dubbed Livia) powered by LLMs, Multimodal models and text-to-image models to find some answers.

What happened instead is that more questions have cropped up. An important hypothesis of this project is that, by observing the train of thought and witnessing the simulated state of mind and emotional emulation surrounding it, humans could empathiz

I'll be here all day (with a few breaks). As usual, there are many possible topics and I'll be guided by whatever you're concerned with or interested in. Please remember that I can't provide legal advice on specific cases for obvious liability reasons since I won't have access to all the facts. Please stick to a factual discussion in your questions and comments and I'll do the same. Thank you!

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The Recovery Kit 2 is another cyberdeck that for me is part computer, part backup device, and part functional movie prop. It's been fun to build, and the HN community has been great with ideas- especially around hosting and getting me off Squarespace. I hope you all enjoy!

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A complete guide to implementing pagination with Riverpod, covering: infinite scrolling, loading and error states, search UI, caching, and debouncing. https://codewithandrea.com/articles/flutter-riverpod-pagination/

You can still find high-yield savings accounts with APYs outpacing inflation. But these high rates won't stick around forever. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/todays-best-savings-rates-april-12-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Get a lifetime subscription to Rosetta Stone for just $152 at StackSocial and learn up to 25 new languages at your own pace. https://www.cnet.com/deals/score-a-lifetime-subscription-to-rosetta-stone-for-only-125/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're already thinking about buying a new tablet, this Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite gets you a free $100 Amazon gift card as well. https://www.cnet.com/deals/buy-a-samsung-galaxy-tab-s6-lite-and-get-a-free-100-amazon-gift-card/#ftag=CADf328eec

These foods will help you maintain a healthy brain and may even prevent conditions like dementia. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/foods-for-healthy-brain-and-memory/#ftag=CADf328eec

At the very least, make sure you file your taxes on time. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/your-taxes-are-due-in-3-days-what-to-do-if-you-cant-afford-your-tax-bill/#ftag=CADf328eec

The full-electric Audi Q6 and SQ6 E-Tron arrive later this year to challenge the Tesla Model Y for electric SUV supremacy. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/videos/audis-newest-ev-is-its-most-compelling-2025-audi-q6-sq6-e-tron/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's more than just noise -- studies show that listening to specific frequencies can improve sleep quality and reduce the time it takes to fall asleep. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/sleep-soundly-with-white-or-brown-noise/#ftag=CADf328eec

Can Corach Rambler claim back-to-back victories at Aintree? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/grand-national-2024-livestream-how-to-watch-aintree-horse-racing-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are all the major rumors surrounding the next major version of Apple's software. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apples-iphone-ai-evolution-what-the-rumors-say-about-ios-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can't magically fix vision loss, but you can implement these daily habits to protect your eye health over time. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/10-easy-ways-to-protect-your-eye-health-each-day/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon Prime Gaming is giving away two free Fallout games to celebrate the TV show's debut. https://www.cnet.com/deals/get-the-fallout-tv-show-backstory-with-2-free-games-thanks-to-amazon-prime-gaming/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Apple Watch Series 9 doesn't often get a discount of more than $100, but today is one of those days. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-104-off-this-stunning-red-apple-watch-series-9-while-you-still-can/#ftag=CADf328eec

Nab great deals on tablets, TVs, gaming laptops, headphones, major appliances and more from top brands during this weekend sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-buy-drops-new-3-day-sale-with-massive-savings-on-all-things-tech/#ftag=CADf328eec

The second round of the Masters is underway. Here's everything you need to know to watch today's round and the final two rounds over the weekend. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-the-masters-2024-tv-schedule-tee-times-watch-tiger-woods-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

Passwords, session tokens, and email accounts are all potentially at risk after attackers allegedly breach S3 buckets.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/sisense-customers-told-to-reset-passwords-following-possible-attack-cisa-warns-users-they-could-be-at-risk

Android 15 could make it easier and faster to access apps, control your smart home, and choose your preferred wallet app.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/android/3-android-15-features-that-could-make-your-mobile-life-much-easier

If you're looking for a cheap big-screen TV, you can't get much better than TCL's 85-inch 4K smart TV, which is on sale for just $799.99 at Best Buy.

https://www.techradar.com/seasonal-sales/you-can-get-an-85-inch-4k-tv-for-the-incredible-price-of-dollar79999-at-best-buy

Six years ago, a silent patch was missed, resulting in a vulnerability trickling down the supply chain.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/bmc-flaw-left-unchecked-for-6-years-hits-intel-and-lenovo-servers

Microsoft reportedly proposed the tool to the US Department of Defense during a training seminar in October 2023. The tool can "create images to train battle management systems."

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-reportedly-pitched-dall-e-ai-for-military

Microsoft re-enabled a feature that will open Copilot automatically on devices with a wide screen. The functionality is in testing among Insiders and has caused controversy within the Windows community.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsofts-latest-copilot-coercion-forced-me-through-the-five-stages-of-grief-for-the-death-of-the-wi

Even if you buy the parts and construct the PC yourself, you can't beat the value of this RTX 4090-powered Dell XPS desktop PC.

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/this-rtx-4090-powered-dell-xps-desktop-is-on-sale-for-just-dollar545-more-than-the-cost-of-the-card

Delayed by a week due to malicious code in the XZ compression tools, Ubuntu 24.04 'Nodle Numbat' is ready for beta users to test.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/linux/ubuntu-2404-beta-released-after-a-weeks-delay-due-to-malicious-code

Nvidia's patch notes for its latest drivers affirm that Intel's latest 13th and 14th Gen CPUs are having instability problems right now affecting gamers. Nvidia steers users to Intel support if they are having instability issues with their Raptor Lake machine.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/nvidia-blames-intel-for-gpu-vram-errors-tells-gefor

Japanese optical technology leader, Hoya Corporation, recently admitted to being affected by an 'IT system incident.' However, according to reports, it was hit by a ransomware attack and a demand for $10 million to maintain the confidentiality of 1.7 million files.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/cyber-security/critical-euv-chipmaking-tool-supplie

Sanctions drive prices of chips for Russia considerably, but they cannot stop the flow of Western technologies into the aggressive nation.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/nearly-90-of-chips-used-in-russia-come-from-china-despite-us-sanctions-report

The new Chase Media Solutions boasts 80 million financial customers for brands to send special offers to.

https://searchengineland.com/chase-media-solutions-launch-439635

AI-powered virtual influencers will be able to compete with real human influencers for profitable advertising deals on TikTok. https://searchengineland.com/tiktok-testing-virtual-influencers-for-video-ads-439639

Sometimes even the most die-hard coffee enthusiasts just want a quick cup of joe. Unfortunately, that often leaves people with sipping less-than-satisfactory java from traditional drip brewers. But now after years of customer requests, Fellow is finally releasing a machine that it claims can deliver a pour-over experience at the touch of a button. And after seeing it in action, there’s a lot to like.

Starting at $365, the

8BitDo makes some of our favorite third-party game controllers. The gamepads work with a variety of devices (now including the Apple Vision Pro) and they’re well-built. Right now, you can pick up a bundle of an 8BitDo Ultimate Controller and charging dock

Playdate, otherwise known as The Only Handheld That Actually Fits In My Tiny Hands, is almost perfect. It's a small yellow machine with a black-and-white screen and a crank on one side, and it's the home of fantastic, outlandish video games. The Playdate Catalog has more than 100 titles and there are hundreds more on sites like itch.io, created by new devel

Another week is coming to a close, which means it's time for another roundup of good discounts on good tech. This week's highlights include the return of the best price we've seen for

Many major tech companies, particularly those that operate in the TV hardware business, have dipped their toes into original content. Although it's had its own free, ad-supported TV (FAST) channels for a while, TCL is late to that party. Not for much longer though, as the company is set to release its first special, a short romance movie, on TCLtv+ this summer. There's just one slight hitch: TCL is using gener

Here's a project I've been working on for a little while now. Ripl is a JS library that provides a unified API for rendering shapes on both canvas and SVG interchangeably. Over the years I've used D3 extensively to create data visualisations so I figured I'd have a go at making my own version with a slightly more modern API and stricter TypeScript support.

I am aware there are already libraries that can draw to multiple contexts interchangeably, but I've added a few little niceties to Ripl

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Get free payroll services or bookkeeping with Block Advisors spring deals. https://www.cnet.com/deals/use-block-advisors-for-your-small-business-and-save-with-these-deals/#ftag=CADf328eec

Now that Galaxy AI is available on more devices, these are the features you should check out. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-galaxy-ai-features-to-try-on-your-samsung-phone/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Samsung's Galaxy AI features were designed with standard phones in mind. But certain features translate well to the small screen. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-gets-an-ai-update-what-its-like-to-use/#ftag=CADf328eec

The 2024 Fiat 500e isn't for everyone, but the compact and stylish Italian electric car may be just the right size with just the right range for you. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2024-fiat-500e-first-drive-review-la-dolce-ev-vita/#ftag=CADf328eec

Disney's big ideas could be the key to Apple Vision Pro's success. CNET's Bridget Carey looks at the history of Apple and Disney's technology partnerships, and why Apple needs to work with Disney to shape the future of VR and mixed reality. https://www.cnet.com/videos/apple-and-disneys-unique-bond-why-vision-pro-needs-the-mouse/#ftag=CADf328eec

The captivating series will end this month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-where-stream-shogun-series-finale/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's time you put that old monitor out to pasture and upgraded to one of these bargain refurbished models, while you still can. https://www.cnet.com/deals/upgrade-your-work-and-gaming-experience-with-a-bargain-reconditioned-monitor-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

Make complex data easier to manage and understand with 88% off lifetime access to Microsoft Visio Professional 2021. https://www.cnet.com/deals/snag-microsoft-visio-professional-2021-for-just-24-before-its-gone/#ftag=CADf328eec

Out with the old and in with the new outfits this spring. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-up-to-60-off-clothing-with-springtime-deals-from-h-m-express-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

Cold plunges have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of this trend. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/what-are-cold-plunge-tubs-and-how-do-they-work-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

If your partner is the source of your sleep troubles, sleep divorce might be right for you. Here's how to do it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/sleep-divorce-save-your-sleep-and-relationship-with-one-move/#ftag=CADf328eec

Mortgage interest rates are higher than they were a year ago, which doesn't bode well for the housing market. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rates-go-up-for-homeseekers-mortgage-interest-rates-for-april-12-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Though mortgage rates are expected to make steady declines in 2024, refinance rates are still too high. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-refinance-rates-move-higher-mortgage-refinance-rates-for-april-12-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

With rates on the way down, opening a CD today maximizes your earning potential. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/cd-rates-today-april-12-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

With rates on the way down, opening a CD today maximizes your earning potential. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/best-cd-rates-today-act-now-to-score-an-apy-as-high-as-5-35-april-12-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Russia-backed hackers stole federal agency emails, and the attack is far from over

https://www.techradar.com/pro/russian-hackers-were-able-to-snoop-on-microsoft-emails-with-government-officials

As Microsoft’s love affair with AI in Windows 11 looks set to continue here are 3 big risks it needs to avoid.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/microsofts-windows-11-ai-love-in-looks-set-to-continue-here-are-3-big-risks-it-needs-to-avoid

The OnePlus Pad 2 will reportedly land in the second half of 2024, and it could have a top-tier chipset.

https://www.techradar.com/tablets/the-oneplus-pad-2-could-be-months-away-but-it-might-be-a-very-powerful-upgrade

Generative AI is the next digital revolution, and it’s being likened to the cloud but with a far easier transition.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/amazon-ceo-says-genai-may-be-the-biggest-technology-transformation-since-the-cloud

Researchers found a new version of Raspberry Robin, capable of working around antivirus tools.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/this-stealthy-new-malware-can-apparently-avoid-all-antivirus-scanners

Remember Microsoft’s plan to have Copilot pop up when your PC first boots? It’s still happening apparently.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/microsoft-pushes-ahead-with-controversial-move-in-windows-11-having-copilot-appear-immediately-after-startup

From big-budget video game adaptations to star-studded biopics, there’s plenty to watch this weekend.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/7-new-movies-and-tv-shows-to-stream-on-netflix-prime-video-max-and-more-this-weekend-april-12-2024