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Show HN: I built a playground to showcase what Flux Kontext is good at

Hi HN,

After spending some time with the new `flux kontext dev` model, I realized its most powerful capabilities aren't immediately obvious. Many people might miss its true potential by just scratching the surface.

I went deep and curated a collection of what I think are its most interesting use cases – things like targeted text removal, subtle photo restoration, and creative style transfers.

I felt that simply writing about them wasn't enough. The best way to understand the value is t

24d | Hacker news
The best Prime Day Apple deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and more for day two

You won’t find many discounts on Apple’s own website — but that doesn’t mean you have to pay full price for a new iPad or pair of AirPods. The second day of Amazon’s July sale is here and we’ve tracked down the best Prime Day Apple deals from across the site. We found deals on a long list of the Apple devices we recommend

24d | Engadget
The best Amazon Prime Day deals offer discounts on headphones, TVs, robot vacuums and more

Amazon Prime Day is finally here, so now’s the time for members to stock up on discounted home essentials, clothing, shoes, and of course, tech. It’s safe to say that Amazon’s website will be overwhelming for the entirety of the event, so we wouldn’t blame you if you got distracted immediately upon opening it.

If you’ve got gadgets on your wishlist, Engadget has you covered. We’re surfacing the best Prim

24d | Engadget
A Typology of Canadianisms

A Dictionary of Canadianisms on Historical Principles https://dchp.arts.ubc.ca/


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44515101

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24d | Hacker news
Show HN: Petrichor – a free, open-source, offline music player for macOS

I have a large collection of music files gathered over the years, so I was sorely missing a decent offline music player that can serve as a frontend for the collection. I tried several Mac apps over the years, but since streaming music is mainstream now, there aren't good offline music players that meet my needs. So I spent the last 3 months building Petrichor! The idea is to solve my problem and learn Swift UI development along the way, while giving back to the community with this open-sour

24d | Hacker news
Show HN: I built a social media app at 11 using AI and a phone

Hi HN, I'm 11 years old and I'm learning to code with the help of AI. I recently created my own social media app inspired by TikTok and short videos. I built it from scratch using my Android phone and some programming apps like Replit and Base44. The idea is to allow users to post and watch short videos, follow others, and use a like-based system. I created the interface and logic myself, and AI helped me when I got stuck on bugs or needed help understanding something. This is my first serio

24d | Hacker news
Prime Day Deal: My Favorite Wireless Keyboard Is 20% Off Today

The Logitech MX Keys Mini is my all-time favorite wireless keyboard and you can get it for 20% off during Prime Day today. https://www.cnet.com/deals/prime-day-deal-my-favorite-wireless-keyboard-is-20-off-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
How to Use Chatbots and What to Know About These AI Tools

Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Claude are set apart from search engines thanks to their chat component. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-use-chatbots-and-what-to-know-about-these-ai-tools/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
What Your Poop Is Signaling to You About Your Digestive Health

Speaking about your bowel movements can be embarrassing, but gastroenterologists explain the significance and key indicators you should be aware of. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/what-your-poop-is-signaling-to-you-about-your-digestive-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
I Always Recommend This Soundbar, and It's Over 20% Off for Prime Day Today

I love the Roku Streambar SE because it packs impressive sound in a small package. And you can get it for $79 during Amazon's Prime Day sale today. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-always-recommend-this-soundbar-and-its-over-20-off-for-prime-day-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
I’m a Travel Writer and My Favorite Travel Backpack Is Up to 28% Off for Prime Day Today

This cleverly designed backpack is roomy, versatile and fits neatly in the overhead bin. I heartily recommend it at full price and now it's only $29 during Amazon's Prime Day sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/im-a-travel-writer-and-my-favorite-travel-backpack-is-up-to-28-off-for-prime-day-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
My Favorite All-Purpose Security Cam Is a Steal at 50% Off During Prime Day

The Blink Mini 2 delivers peace of mind without breaking the bank at full price, and now you can get it for only $20 during the Prime Day Sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-all-purpose-security-cam-is-a-steal-at-50-off-during-prime-day/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
 This is the handheld gaming PC accessory you need this Prime Day — it's made my gameplay so much more convenient

I bought a wireless keyboard for my PC gaming handhelds, and now I don't want to play without it. It's currently on sale for Prime Day, making it even better.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/foldable-bluetooth-wireless-keyboard-prime-day-deal-pc-gaming-handheld

 Game subscription spending hits an all-time high in the US — does it bode well for Xbox Game Pass?

Video game subscription spending reached an all-time high in the U.S. during May 2025. That's according to Circana executive director and analyst Mat Piscatella.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/may-2025-circana

 If you just bought a Surface Pro 12-inch, don't forget to grab these 7 accessories — They're ALL discounted for Prime Day!

The Surface Pro 12-inch got a near-perfect score in our review, but the right accessories can make it even better. These are the 7 best Prime Day discounts!

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/best-surface-pro-12-inch-accessories-prime-day-deals

 Perplexity launches "Comet" AI web browser to take on Chrome and Edge — and you can use it today for $200 a month

Perplexity has launched its own AI-powered web browser dubbed "Comet" that is available now, but only if you pay $200 a month as part of Perplexity Max. Otherwise, you'll have to wait for an invitation to use it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/artificial-intelligence/perplexity-launches-comet-ai-web-browser-to-take-on-chrome-and-edge-and-you-can-use-it-today

 LIGHTNING DEAL: I still use these amazing headphones rather than the latest version — They're currently at their lowest price ever with 42% claimed already

I never travel anywhere without my favorite set of headphones and right now they're steeply discounted as part of Amazon Prime Day Lightning Deal. Grab one at this low price while stock lasts.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm4

Amazon Prime Day has the best deals on laptops this week: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others

If your laptop simply isn’t cutting it anymore, Amazon Prime Day 2025 might have arrived just in time. As has been the case for the past few years, laptop deals are abundant this Prime Day, bringing discounts to MacBooks, Windows laptops, Chromebooks and more. But we wouldn’t blame you if you didn’t know how to figure out

24d | Engadget
The best Anker Prime Day deals: Power banks, chargers and mobile accessories on sale today

You may not be looking to spend big on tech this Prime Day, but it's still a good idea to look for tech essentials during the shopping event while you can get some at good discounts. Anker makes some of our favorite charging gear and I always end up picking up an accessory or two during Prime Day to ensure I have what I n

24d | Engadget
You can own the GameStop stapler that broke Nintendo Switch 2 consoles

GameStop has been specializing in making pretty wacky headlines in recent years, and its lates

24d | Engadget
Loud Budgeting Makes It Easy for Me to Avoid the Amazon Prime Day Noise

It started as a TikTok trend, but it's still a way to stick to your money goals even when sales and summer plans try to barge in. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loud-budgeting-makes-it-easy-for-me-to-avoid-the-amazon-prime-day-noise/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
Prime Day Deal: I Love This Portable Charger for Travel and It's Nearly 40% Off Today

The Anker 622 MagGo snaps onto the back of my iPhone, and I take it pretty much everywhere I go. The price is down to just $30 in every color today for Prime Day. https://www.cnet.com/deals/prime-day-deal-i-love-this-portable-charger-for-travel-and-its-nearly-40-off-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
Time to Delete Your X (Twitter) Account? It's Quick and Easy

Having problems with Grok or just ready to move on to other social media? You can deactivate or delete your X (formerly known as Twitter) account in just a few steps. https://www.cnet.com/tech/time-to-delete-your-x-twitter-account-its-quick-and-easy/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
CNET Daily Tariff Price Tracker: I'm Tracking 11 Key Products for Changes as Policies Shift and Prime Day Arrives

The deadline for the start of Trump's heaviest tariffs has been delayed as Amazon's Prime Day sales bonanza kicks off, making this as good a time as any to evade future price hikes. https://www.cnet.com/tech/cnet-daily-tariff-price-tracker-im-tracking-11-key-products-for-changes-as-policies-shift-and-prime-day-arrives/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
Prime Day Deal: My Favorite Budget Security Cam Is Over 50% Off Today

The Arlo Essential 2K security cam offers a lot of the same features as Arlo's higher-end models, and right now you can get it for more than half off the original price for Prime Day. https://www.cnet.com/deals/prime-day-deal-my-favorite-budget-security-cam-is-over-50-off-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
 PSA: A 1TB microSD Express card has entered the market — I hope future handheld gaming PCs are compatible with this speedy storage option

Silicon Power just released a 1TB microSD Express Card, a next-gen offering that is up to eight-times faster than a standard microSD card. Current PC gaming handhelds can't take full advantage of these cards, but future hardware really should.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/handheld-gaming-pc/psa-a-1tb-microsd-express-card-has-entered-the-market-i-h

 Amazon is discounting my favorite wired Xbox controller — but it's $2 cheaper at Walmart, and you don't need a membership

The GameSir G7 SE is only $38 for Amazon Prime Day... but it's actually $2 less at Walmart, and you don't need an Amazon Prime membership for that deal.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/gamesir-g7-se-july-2025-prime-day

Výpočty v systému pevné řádové čárky na platformě IBM PC (2. část)

Na článek o výpočtech s pevnou řádovou tečkou (čárkou) dnes navážeme. Ukážeme si limity této reprezentace numerických hodnot a seznámíme se s algoritmem CORDIC, kterého lze použít pro výpočet goniometrických funkcí, logaritmů atd. https://www.root.cz/clanky/vypocty-v-systemu-pevne-radove-carky-na-platforme-ibm-pc-2-cast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

24d | root.cz
MLB will test its robot umpire system at the next All-Star Game

While human umpires will still make the first call at the All-Star Game on July 15, Major League Baseball plans to let teams use a robot umpire to challenge rulings,

24d | Engadget
OpenAI and Jony Ive's startup seal the deal

OpenAI's deal with Jony Ive's startup is a done deal. Ive's io has officially merged with the ChatGPT maker in a deal reportedly worth $6.5 billion. The companies announced the purchase in May.

Jony Ive and

24d | Engadget
T-Mobile ends DEI programs in attempt to win deal approvals from the FCC

T-Mobile has abandoned all of its programs for diversity, equity and inclusion. In a letter to the Federal Communications Commission, the telecom said that it "is ending its DEI-related policies [...] not just in name, but in substance."

T-Mobile conveniently waited to dismantle its DEI efforts until it was awaiting FCC appr

24d | Engadget
Prime Day deals discount the Amazon Smart Plug down to only $13

If you're looking for an ultra-affordable away to make a part of your home a little smarter, look no further than the

24d | Engadget
Walmart Deals 2025 rivals Prime Day with sales up to 47 percent off

Amazon Prime Day has been a summer mainstay for a long time, so much so that it’s spawned a bunch of other sale events that compete with it. Case in point:

24d | Engadget
NASA will lose over 2,000 senior staff due to proposed Trump budget cuts

NASA is set to lose at least 2,145 senior staff members as part of the Trump administration's push for budget cuts, Politico reports. The brain drain could severely impact future research and missions, and is happening not long before the organization plans to send a new crew of astronauts

24d | Engadget
Get three months of Audible for only $3 during Prime Day

Prime Day deals have arrived, and unsurprisingly, a discount on Audible is among them. We've seen similar offers pop up in the past, but considering Audible is one of the top audiobook streaming services out there, it's worth highlighting again.

24d | Engadget
The best Prime Day deals on Amazon devices: Save up to 68 percent on Kindle ereaders, Echo speakers and more

Amazon’s own gadgets — Echo speakers, Fire tablets, Kindles and the like — are at the top of the list of tech on sale during Amazon Prime Day. While there are some (Echos, Kindles) that we like more than others (Fire tablets), there’s no question that you’ll get the best discount on all Amazon tech during Prime Day. The online retail giant typically discounts all of its in-house-made gear for Prime Day, and this

24d | Engadget
Google fails to dismiss wiretapping claims on SJ, settles with app users

https://www.bloomberglaw.com/api/v1/public/download/X7QEMPLP9PM8MTA9A06HJHGH0V8/11?public_link=FrascovFloHealthIncDocketNo321cv00757NDCalJan292021CourtDocket


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44513750

Points: 29

# Comments: 1

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24d | Hacker news
Show HN: MCP server for searching and downloading documents from Anna's Archive

I was looking around for an MCP server that could connect Anna's Archive to Claude Desktop, as I wanted to be able to search and download books directly through the interface.

I couldn't find any public implementations, so ended up building one myself.

What it does?

- It searches Anna's Archive by keywords. - It downloads books from search results. - It works directly in Claude Desktop through MCP.

Check out the repository's README for detailed installation and configuration instruct

24d | Hacker news
The Limitations of Apple Cider Vinegar You Should Know About

Apple cider vinegar has been all over social media as a health hack, but these are the facts you should know before you start using it. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/the-limitations-of-apple-cider-vinegar-you-should-know-about/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com
I'm a Samsung User and Almost Never See Galaxy AI on My Phone

Commentary: Samsung touts its AI features as transformative to your mobile experience. How come my experience feels pretty much the same? https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/im-a-samsung-user-and-almost-never-see-galaxy-ai-on-my-phone/#ftag=CADf328eec

24d | cnet.com