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Elevate your UX research game with better questions

Even though it’s often overlooked or pushed aside, especially when time or budget is tight, user research is incredibly important for any product team. It helps you stop guessing, set aside your own biases, and actually get real insights into who your users are and what they need. https://webdesignernews.com/elevate-your-ux-research-game-with-better-questions/

Dissolving the line between design and engineering

So this conversation is a deep dive into what it looks like for designers to approach their work with an engineering mindset. We talk about Julius’s deep background in prototyping, how he collaborates with designers at Linear. And we also get into why the current state of design engineering is a missed opportunity. If you’re looking to grow as a software designer then you’ll love this episode. https://webdesignernews.com/dissolving-the-line-between-design-and-engineering-2/

 The 25 best tech and accessories for remote workers in 2025

Picking the best tech and accessories for remote workers all boils down to figuring out what makes your life easier. I'll walk you through options ranging from laptops to noise-cancelling headphones.

https://www.laptopmag.com/best-picks/best-tech-and-accessories-for-remote-workers

 7 mistakes I made in Elden Ring Nightreign that you don't have to

Here are seven big Elden Ring Nightreign mistakes to avoid making as you play the new co-op roguelike, as revealed by someone who made them himself and had a hard time for a while because of it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/7-mistakes-i-made-in-elden-ring-nightreign-that-you-dont-have-to

I'm starting a social club to solve the male loneliness epidemic

The other day I saw a post here on HN that featured a NYT article called "Where Have All My Deep Male Friendships Gone?" (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44098369) and it definitely hit home. As a guy in my early 30s, it made me realize how I've let many of my most meaningful friendships fade. I have a good group of friends - and my wife - but it doesn't feel like when I was in college and hung out with a crew of 10+ people on

1mo | Hacker news
This Cordless Dyson Vacuum Is My Ultimate Spring Cleaning Sidekick, and It's $150 Off

The Dyson V15 has transformed my cleaning routine. Right now it's on sale with a 20% discount, but you'll want to act fast to get it at this price. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-cordless-dyson-vacuum-is-my-ultimate-spring-cleaning-sidekick-and-its-150-off/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
A fake Facebook event disguised as a math problem has been one of its top posts for 6 months

A nearly year-old Facebook event for a "simple maths competition" has been one of the most viral posts on the platform for six months. The "event" racked up about 51 million views on Facebook during the first quarter of 2025, according to the company's latest report on "widely viewed content" on the platform.

That would be an impressive stat for any single post, b

1mo | Engadget
Expect Record-Breaking Global Heat in Next 5 Years, Study Says

The World Meteorological Organization predicts that last year's record-setting temperatures have an 80% chance of happening again within the next five years. https://www.cnet.com/science/climate/expect-record-breaking-global-heat-in-next-five-years-study-says/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
NBA Playoffs 2025: How to Watch Pacers vs. Knicks Game 5 Tonight

The New York Knicks face elimination in their series against the Indiana Pacers. Find out the best way to watch or stream tonight's drama at Madison Square Garden. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nba-playoffs-2025-how-to-watch-pacers-vs-knicks-game-5-tonight/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Elden Ring Nightreign: How to Unlock The Secret Nightfarer Characters

If you're having trouble finding a playstyle that works for you, maybe one of the hidden classes will help you clear your next expedition. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-unlock-the-secret-nightfarer-characters/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Elden Ring Nightreign: What Is the Scenic Flatstone?

Make sure you're spending your Murk on items that actually strengthen your Nightfarer in Elden Ring Nightreign. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-what-is-the-scenic-flatstone/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Can the Steam Deck Run Elden Ring Nightreign?

Playing FromSoftware's new multiplayer game might be a little challenging with Valve's portable console. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/can-the-steam-deck-run-elden-ring-nightreign/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 This new Microsoft tool could be the final nail in Windows 10's coffin

The end of Windows 10 is drawing near and Microsoft just made it easier than ever to upgrade to Windows 11. Will it be enough to get business users to finally switch?

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/windows-backup-for-business

 One of the best survival games just got a huge graphical overhaul

The Long Dark is one of the best survival games available, and it's even better now with a free visual enhancement pack.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/the-long-dark-visual-upgrade-available-now-pc

 EXCLUSIVE: Xbox's handheld has been sidelined (for now), as Microsoft doubles down on Windows 11 PC gaming handheld optimization

Xbox's handheld ambitions continue unabated, but the focus is shifting towards improving Windows 11 for third-party handhelds — for now. The Xbox Series X 'Melrose' successor is safe, with development continuing at full pace.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/exclusive-xboxs-handheld-pembrooke-has-been-sidelined-for-now-as-microsoft-doubles-down-on

 Elden Ring Nightreign: How to unlock the Duchess

The Duchess is Elden Ring Nightreign's most agile and dexterous Nightfarer character, but she's not playable from the start. You have to unlock her, and this guide goes over how.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-unlock-the-duchess

 Elden Ring Nightreign: How to unlock the Revenant

One of Elden Ring Nightreign's weirder Nightfarers is the Revenant, but she can be incredibly effective in the right hands. Here's how to unlock her.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-unlock-the-revenant

 Elden Ring Nightreign: How to unlock character skins and change garb

The new Elden Ring co-op roguelike spinoff Nightreign has character skins you can use, but you'll have to unlock them first before you can change your garb. Here's how to do just that.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-unlock-character-skins-and-change-garb

 Elden Ring Nightreign Gaping Jaw: How to beat Adel, Baron of Night

One of Elden Ring Nightreign's harder Nightlords is Adel, Baron of Night from the Gaping Jaw Expedition. For a full overview of how to beat the lightning-charged beast, read on.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-gaping-jaw-how-to-beat-adel-baron-of-night

 Elden Ring Nightreign Tricephalos: How to beat Gladius, Beast of Night

The first Nightlord boss you'll fight in Elden Ring Nightreign is Gladius, Beast of Night. Read on for an in-depth guide on its weakness, its moveset, and ultimately how to beat it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-tricephalos-how-to-beat-gladius-beast-of-night

The UX of AI deathbots

Peeping under the hood of Microsoft Copilot but quickly slamming down the lid

Continue reading

1mo | UX Design
Co je to rozumná míra v neustále zrychlujícím světě hardwaru?

Žijeme v době, kdy kdo nepoužívá AI, je dinosaurus. Musíme se adaptovat na neustále se měnící svět řízený algoritmy a pohánějící naši zábavu stále výkonnějšími zařízeními. Existuje rozumná hranice, za kterou není nutné jít? https://www.root.cz/clanky/co-je-to-rozumna-mira-v-neustale-zrychlujicim-svete-hardwaru/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

1mo | root.cz
Tinder is testing height preferences

Tinder helped popularize a modern dating culture that puts looks first, and now the app is trying out a new way to capitalize on it. As part of a test, select Tinder Gold and Tinder Platinum subscribers will be able to set a preferred height range for matches they receive in the app, according to TechCrunch

1mo | Engadget
Google Lens is coming to YouTube Shorts

YouTube Shorts is beta testing the addition of Google Lens. Integrating this tech into the short-form video platform will allow viewers to search for more information about what they can see in a clip. The functionality will begin rolling out to all Shorts users this week.

Once it's enabled on your account, the feature can be accessed by pausing the video, selecting Lens from the top menu and then tapping or highlighting an element of the clip to search about. Visual matches and search

1mo | Engadget
Listen in Luxury: Hermès Launching $15,000 Headphones This Summer

The French luxury brand's first venture into the headphone martket features handstitched leather and a price that will empty your wallet. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/listen-in-luxury-hermes-launching-15000-headphones-this-summer/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Apple is finally doing something about its confusing OS naming conventions

Are you confused by Apple's software naming practices? So is everyone else, and the company is finally fixing it.

https://www.laptopmag.com/software/apple-plans-name-change-wwdc

 The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 gets all the basics right, except one

The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a few strengths for its relatively affordable price, but they come at the cost of seriously weak battery life, which will be a deal breaker for many.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/2-in-1-laptops/dell-16-plus-2-in-1-review

 Don't buy an Nvidia RTX 5060 laptop, wait for the RTX 5050

Thanks to recent leaks, we have some insight into the yet-unannounced Nvidia RTX 5050 Laptop GPU. Should you get an RTX 5060 laptop or hold out for the RTX 5050 version?

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/rtx-5060-or-rtx-5070-laptop

 "We don't circulate this much": Google co-founder reveals shocking AI hack

Ethicists wonder if bullying your AI -- even if it yields better results -- will make you a jerk in real life.

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/threaten-ai-get-better-results

 NVIDIA's leaked APU could change gaming laptop design forever. Here's why.

It's rumored that NVIDIA has been working on a new APU for Windows laptops since 2023, and a new leak provides a look at the design. Here's why it's a big deal for gaming PCs.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/nvidia/nvidias-leaked-apu-could-change-gaming-laptop-design-forever-heres-why

Facebook sees rise in violent content and harassment after policy changes

Meta has published the first of its quarterly integrity reports since Mark Zuckerberg walked back the company's hate speech policies and changed its approach to content moderation earlier this year. According to the reports, Facebook saw an uptick in violent content, bullying and harassment despite an overall decrease in the amount of co

1mo | Engadget
Meta could soon start building tech for the US Army

Meta is bidding to build high-tech wearables for the US Army,

1mo | Engadget
The Zune's creator is leading a secretive team at Amazon

J Allard, a former Microsoft executive and the mind behind the Zune, is leading a new team at Amazon, CNBC reports. Allard is officially the vice president of Ama

1mo | Engadget
Germany is considering a 10 percent digital service tax on US tech giants

Under new Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany could impose a new 10 percent tax on major online platforms such as Google and Facebook. Reuters reported that political factions in the country struck a deal earlier this year to pursue these fees for digital service companies.

1mo | Engadget
One Smart Home Trick Prevents Porch Theft Every Time

Porch pirates are dumbfounded by this very old home theft protection product, now given a newer, smarter life. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/one-smart-home-trick-prevents-porch-theft-every-time/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Use AI at Work? Your Coworkers May Be Judging You

There is a social cost if you use AI for help at work, a new study finds. But there are ways to deal with that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/use-ai-at-work-your-coworkers-may-be-judging-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Samsung Surprised Us With the S25 Edge's Camera, Rivaling the Top-Notch Ultra

It would've been easy to include a basic camera to preserve the Edge's slim profile, but Samsung chose not to compromise in its latest phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-surprised-us-with-the-s25-edges-camera-rivaling-the-top-notch-ultra/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 I traveled 13,528 miles with these Snapdragon-powered laptops — Three key things make them ideal for trips

I took two Snapdragon-powered laptops on my recent trip to Taiwan for Computex, and it proved to me that these are the perfect travel companions.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/i-took-two-qualcomm-snapdragon-x-laptops-to-taiwan

SSD cooling market heats up as xMEMS enters the fray
1mo | pcworld.com
Zotac’s Zone gaming handheld switched from Windows to Linux
1mo | pcworld.com