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 Microsoft makes Windows Subsystem for Linux open source at last

Microsoft announced that most of Windows Subsystem for Linux, except for elements directly tied to Windows, is now open-source.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-makes-windows-subsystem-for-linux-open-source-at-last

 Microsoft has second thoughts over a surprisingly controversial Windows change

Microsoft shoved Windows 11 features into Windows 10, and then instantly regretted it. This isn't the best way to convince folks to jump to Windows 11.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/microsoft-has-second-thoughts-over-surprisingly-controversial-windows-change

Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Cordless Brushless 40cm Lawnmower RY18LMX40B Review

Running on Ryobi’s tried and true 18 Volt battery system, the Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Cordless Brushless 40cm Lawnmower RY18LMX40B is a mower designed for medium to large-sized gardens. Cutting a 40 cm swathe, it can cover a large area in no time. If you’ve got Ryobi batteries already, this is a good add-on; [...]

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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Review

You would have thought that hi-fi brands could replicate the success they had with speakers in the realm of headphones, but it hasn’t always been that easy. Bowers & Wilkins has made many attempts, some great, others okay, but it has had large success with its current batch of headphones, mixing style with excellent [...]

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Ventiva’s fanless cooling wants to revolutionize tomorrow’s laptops
1mo | pcworld.com
The Morning After: Computex's new laptops from ASUS, Razer and more

If you’ve been holding out for the latest 2025 PC models and graphics card loadouts, Computex is usually when you have to check your bank balance. The PC-centric tech show in Taiwan has kicked off with a barrage of new laptops from the likes of Razer, ASUS and Acer.

ASUS has revealed the new ROG Zephyrus G14, with a 14-inch (of

1mo | Engadget
Refinance Rates Slide Down Again: Refinance Rates for May 20, 2025

Multiple benchmark refinance rates are trending down. If your mortgage rate is 1% higher than today's rate, a refinance might be worth it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refinance-rates-slide-down-again-refinance-rates-for-may-20-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Tariffs Explained: Price Hikes Loom as Trump Clashes With Walmart

As tariff price hikes come closer to reality, a major retailer has joined the chorus of businesses warning of price hikes to come. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/tariffs-explained-price-hikes-loom-as-trump-clashes-with-walmart/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Developers: is training taking a back seat?

Security threats are rising fast, so why are fewer dev teams getting trained to fight them?

https://www.techradar.com/pro/developers-is-training-taking-a-back-seat

Noble FoKus Apollo Review

Noble Audio has been around for very nearly a dozen years now – but the FoKus Apollo is its very first pair of over-ear headphones. They’re priced to compete with the very best the mainstream has to offer, and they’re specified to make that asking price seem fair enough – so on paper, these [...]

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EZVIZ makes smart security more eco-friendly than ever
1mo | pcworld.com
 The generational data divide

How age influences data privacy concerns and what businesses must do to build trust.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-generational-data-divide

How to pair the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones

Sony has announced the latest in its long-running series of WH-1000X headphones in the WH-1000XM6, and if you’re looking to purchase them, we’ll explain how to pair the headphones to your device of choice. The Sony WH-1000XM6 support Bluetooth, so they’ll be able to connect to other devices that support Bluetooth as well, and they [...]

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Show HN: A free, privacy preserving, archive of public Discord servers

Hey HN!

I have been working on this project for a while, and I think this solves a problem that a lot of people here have: not being able to easily search Discord servers.

Currently, I only scrape servers that are marked as "discoverable" on Discord. However, if there's enough interest in the project, I'm open to adding specific servers by request. I'm primarily focused on informational servers rather than casual hangout spaces, such as open source projects, Minecraft mods, and support c

1mo | Hacker news
MSI’s new Claw gaming handheld switches to AMD guts
1mo | pcworld.com
Asus’ new USB-C dock supercharges your ROG Ally or Steam Deck
1mo | pcworld.com
MSI’s newest laptops pack RTX 50-series GPUs and AI frame boosting
1mo | pcworld.com
Asus ROG Zephyrus laptops embrace OLED displays and RTX 50-series GPUs
1mo | pcworld.com
The ASUS ProArt A16 laptop gets you the latest from AMD and a giant screen

ASUS is updating both its ProArt laptop and its Chromebooks with the latest internals for Computex 2025, and giving both families of laptops a more premium look, with new colors and tasteful finishes.

The ASUS ProArt A16 stands out as the most premium pick, with a black aluminum body, "stealth" hinge that bring the top half of the laptop nearly flush with the bottom and a smudge-resistant finish that should hopefully avoid fingerprints. Inside, ASUS is offering an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX pro

1mo | Engadget
Everything Announced at Microsoft Build 2025, in 14 Minutes video

Watch CEO Satya Nadella unveil all the biggest product moves, including Copilot and Azure updates, developer tools, and more, from Seattle. https://www.cnet.com/videos/everything-announced-at-microsoft-build-2025-in-14-minutes/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 I'm glad Helldivers 2 finally got this highly requested feature in time for the Illuminate invasion update

As the Illuminate invades in Helldivers 2, developer Arrowhead has implemented a huge change that makes it easier and more convenient to contribute to Super Earth's war effort.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/im-glad-helldivers-2-finally-got-this-highly-requested-feature-in-time-for-the-illuminate-invasion-update

 The Witcher 3 celebrates its 10th anniversary, and it's still one of my favorite games of all time

I look back at The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt as it celebrates its 10th anniversary, as CD Projekt RED's fantasy RPG is still one of my favorite games of all time.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-10th-anniversary

How to do satisfaction surveys well — a case study of Miro

Last week, we covered content loops and — whilst this is mainly about Miro — this week it’s your job to spot another one &#x1F440

1mo | UX Design
New Orleans police secretly used facial recognition on over 200 live camera feeds

New Orleans' police force secretly used constant facial recognition to seek out suspects for two years. An investigation by The Washington Post discovered that the city's police department was using facial recognition technology on a privately owned camera network to continually

1mo | Engadget
Elgato's Stream Deck expands beyond the company's hardware

The Elgato Stream Deck is expanding into a hardware-agnostic platform. On Monday, the company unveiled a software version of the programmable shortcut device. Also on tap are a module for integration in third-party products and DIY projects, an Ethernet dock and an updated Stream Deck MK.2 with scissor-switch keys.

1mo | Engadget
Spotify iOS users can now buy audiobooks directly from the app

Spotify is continuing to add more ways for listeners to directly make purchases within its iOS app. Following on the streaming service's changes to make purchasing subscriptions easier earlier this month, there's now an an option for users

1mo | Engadget
Uber's Memorial Day-Style Sale: Uber One Member Days Is On Now

In its own version of Prime Day, the rideshare company has a weeklong event full of deals, promotions and savings to coincide with Memorial Day sales. https://www.cnet.com/tech/ubers-memorial-day-style-sale-uber-one-member-days-is-on-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com