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 Surface Pro 12-inch vs. iPad Air M3: Which should you choose?

Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-inch is an impressive 2-in-1 PC, and a lot of people are wondering how it measures up to the latest iPad Air M3. I can help.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/surface-pro-12-inch-vs-ipad-air-m3

 What is Click to Do, and how do I use it? Explaining AI actions for Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can use Click to Do to perform quick tasks with AI from anything that appears on the screen, and here's how to use the feature inside and outside of Windows Recall.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/what-is-click-to-do-and-how-do-you-get-started-ai-actions-for-windows-11-explained

 Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch is a massive upgrade over the Surface Go 4 — Here's how this performance leap breaks down

Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-inch is similar to the Surface Go 4 in that they're both compact 2-in-1 PCs. But just how much better is the new Pro device?

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/surface-pro-12-inch-vs-surface-go-4

Ditching your gaming PC’s case isn’t as crazy as it sounds
1mo | pcworld.com
Windows Defender isn’t just PC antivirus. Here are all the ways it protects you
1mo | pcworld.com
The Top 8 Gadgets to Get the Loved Pet in Your Life

Big pet sales this week make it a perfect time to pick up a gadget for your furry friend: Here are our favorites, tested and ready to please. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/the-top-8-gadgets-to-get-the-loved-pet-in-your-life/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
How often should you turn your mattress and should you flip it?

We explain everything you need to know about turning and flipping a mattress, including why it’s important to and often you should do it.

The post How often should you turn your mattress and should you flip it? appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/explainer/how-often-turn-flip-mattress

How to use a grass trimmer

An essential tool for tidying up grass, cutting back brush, and getting to places that lawnmowers just can’t reach, a grass trimmer is your garden’s new best friend. Getting the most out of its whizzing line takes a bit of practice, though. Here’s how to use a grass trimmer properly. This guide applies to practically [...]

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Lock down your webcam and mic for life for just $9.99
1mo | pcworld.com
Ask HN: Cursor or Windsurf?

Things are changing so fast with these vscode forks I m barely able to keep up. Which one are you guys using currently? How does the autocomplete etc, compare between the two?


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43959710

Points: 110

# Comments: 136

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43959710

1mo | Hacker news
Panasonic’s 2025 TVs look promising but are they enough?

OPINION: Another week in the world of TV and another peek at what’s coming later in 2025 – this time it was Panasonic’s range of 4K OLEDs, Mini LED and LCD TVs. The event was held at its European HQ in Wiesbaden (which seems to be a very pleasant town), and there I had more [...]

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Konec desítek jako šance pro Linux, System76 osvěžuje notebook Serval WS

Linux Mint 22.2 bude mít kódové označení „Zara“ a LMDE 7 se bude jmenovat „Gigi“. Rozjela se kampaň nazvaná „Konec desítek“, která vyzývá k přechodu na Linux. System76 osvěžuje linuxový notebook Serval WS novým hardwarem. https://www.root.cz/clanky/konec-desitek-jako-sance-pro-linux-system76-osvezuje-notebook-serval-ws/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

1mo | root.cz
Postřehy z bezpečnosti: tvrdá rana pre Lockbit a útoky na energetiku

V najnovších Postrehoch sa pozrieme na to, ako hackeri hackli hackerov, ďalej na varovania pred útokmi na energetiku USA, viacero aktualizácií softvéru, zásah proti DDoS službám a na cvičenie Locked Shields. https://www.root.cz/clanky/postrehy-z-bezpecnosti-tvrda-rana-pre-lockbit-a-utoky-na-energetiku/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

1mo | root.cz
 New Xbox games launching this week, from May 12 through May 18 — DOOM: The Dark Ages arrives on Xbox Game Pass

DOOM: The Dark Ages is an excellent shooter, and it's one of many new Xbox games launching this week. Here are all the games coming from May 12 through May 18.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/all-xbox-games-launching-may-12-through-may-18-2025

 Windows Phone just got its first AI ChatGPT-style app. No, really.

Homebrew developers keeping Windows Phone 8.1 alive from beyond the grave are working hard to keep the platform in line with the times.

https://www.windowscentral.com/phones/windows-phone/windows-phone-just-got-its-first-ai-chatgpt-style-app-no-really

 Sabrent's USB Type-C M.2 SSD Enclosure reduced to just $22 at Amazon

The Sabrent USB 3.2 Type-C M.2 SSD Enclosure is available for $22, one of its best ever prices according to data from CamelCamelCamel.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/external-ssds/sabrents-usb-type-c-m-2-ssd-enclosure-reduced-to-just-usd22-at-amazon

Trump has fired the director of the US Copyright Office

As first reported by Politico, the Trump administration has fired the Register of Copyrights and US Copyright Office Director, Shira Perlmutter. The Register of Copyrights works under the Librarian of Congress — a title held most recently by Carla Hayden, who was fired earlier this week for her

1mo | Engadget
iOS 19 may bring a feature that makes signing into public Wi-Fi less of a hassle

Apple is reportedly planning to introduce a small but welcome convenience feature with iOS 19: cross-device syncing for Wi-Fi access portals. This is according to the latest Power On newsletter from Bloomberg

1mo | Engadget
 Ori and the Blind Forest studio head says they might "shut down" due to the impact of negative Steam reviews for 'No Rest for the Wicked'

"No Rest for the Wicked" is a hardcore action RPG with precise combat and absolutely stunning art, however, its difficult early access development cycle has overshadowed the potential.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/ori-and-the-blind-forest-studio-head-says-they-might-shut-down

SoundCloud says it's never trained AI using artists' work after getting called out for terms of use change

Following backlash about a quietly added clause to SoundCloud's Terms of Use that says users' content may be fed to AI, the company says it's "never used artist content to train AI models," and insists it "has always been and will remain artist-first." The outrage came after tech ethicist

1mo | Engadget
Samsung has begun taking pre-orders for its 500Hz OLED gaming monitor

It won't make you a better gamer, but Samsung's latest gaming monitor entices those hunting for faster refresh rates. The company's newest Odyssey OLED G6, which Samsung claims is the world's first OLED gaming monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate, is now available for pre-order in Southeast As

1mo | Engadget
My 6 Moving Hacks for Your Mattress

With the proper preparation and these tips, you can move your mattress like a champ. https://www.cnet.com/home/services/my-6-moving-hacks-for-your-mattress/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Triple 4K 144Hz displays from something this small blows my mind — CalDigit's Element 5 Hub tested and reviewed

CalDigit's Element 5 Hub fixes everything I didn't like about the original Element 4 Hub, all the while upgrading performance to accommodate Thunderbolt 5 speed. Is it the right hub for you?

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/caldigit-element-5-hub-e5-review

Scientists find lead really can be turned into gold (with help from the Large Hadron Collider)

One of the ultimate goals of medieval alchemy has been realized, but only for a fraction of a second. Scientists with the European Organization for Nuclear Research, better known as CERN, were able to convert lead into gold using the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), the world's most powerful particle accelerator. Unlike the examples of transmutation we see in pop culture,

1mo | Engadget
 NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, May 12 (game #701)

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-may-2025

 NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, May 12 (game #435)

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-may-2025

 The Dell 14 Plus is an un-Inspiron-ed introduction to Dell's new line-up

The Dell 14 Plus makes a good first impression with its battery life and performance, but its mediocre display, lousy audio, and shallow touchpad let it down.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/dell-plus-14-review

 Forget the M5, Apple is reportedly already working on the M6 and M7

Apple is expected to launch the first products using the M5 in the fall, with the MacBook Pro models getting the chip first this time around.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/apple-m5-m6-komodo-chips