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Add smart touches your dorm room: Everything you need

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2026-01-07 06:22:00

If you or a loved one is prepping for college, it's easy to knock out the apparent dorm room essentials: twin XL sheets, a mini fridge, a laptop, and more. What's less likely to be obvious is the tech items you buy that will level up a dorm room from basic to smart. With so many tech products flooding the market, especially ones catered to college students, it can be hard to know which ones are worth it and which ones will sit unused for four years to come. Also: These 6 gadgets are the colleg

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Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 games are 10 percent off

theverge.com Cameron Faulkner 2026-01-07 06:19:31

I wasn’t expecting to see any deals on Switch 2 games for a while. Even though the console is currently much easier to find in stock, game discounts — especially ones on first-party Nintendo launch games — aren’t the norm. However, you can get 10 percent off on the likes of Mario Kart World, and the Switch 2 editions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild. Sure, these are small price drops, but anything that brings them closer to the cost of last-gen Switch games is

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Heaven Help Us, the ‘Crossed’ Movie Is Really Happening

gizmodo.com Gordon Jackson 2026-01-07 11:00:41

Chris Sheridan talks Resident Alien‘s cancellation. Hayden Christensen is still filming the second season of Ahsoka. And could Leatherface survive his own love interest in the next Texas Chainsaw Massacre? Future events such as these will affect you in the future. Morning Spoilers, ho! Crossed THR reports Devin Druid and Ash Santos will star in the upcoming film adaptation of Garth Ennis’s Crossed as Stan and Cindy, “the leaders of a group of strangers thrown together as they attempt to escape

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Your Nature Photos Are Doing More Science Than You Think

gizmodo.com Ellyn Lapointe 2026-01-07 11:00:45

With a smartphone in hand, anyone can be a naturalist. Apps like iNaturalist have surged in popularity over the last 15 years, with millions using them to document wildlife around the world. A new study shows that these observations contribute a deluge of data to scientific research. Use of iNaturalist has skyrocketed since its launch in 2008. This citizen science database now contains more than 200 million observations logged by over 3 million users globally, according to research published Mo

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Pixel Watch 4 leak once again points to life-saving feature (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-07 16:06:38

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Recent code findings in the Satellite Gateway app corroborate that the Pixel Watch 4 could feature emergency satellite communications. This satellite connectivity feature appears to be exclusive to Pixel Watch devices, with code specifically referencing “isPixelWatch.” It’s possible the feature could be routed through a satellite-compatible Pixel phone, potentially allowing it to come to older Pixel Watch generations in the future. The Pixel Watch 4 i

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Trump temporarily drops export controls to smooth negotiations with China

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-07 16:00:21

After previously saying that the US would block exports of key AI chips to China, Donald Trump's administration may have backtracked. The US will now temporarily block restriction on exports of chips and other technology to China, the Financial Times reported. The aim is to help Trump book a meeting with China President Xi Jinping later this year in order to strike a trade deal, according to people familiar with the matter. Export controls are dictated by the US Commerce Department, which was r

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Apple's MacBook Air M4 is on sale for a record-low price

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-07 16:30:31

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you've put off getting a new MacBook then today is your lucky day. Right now, the 2025 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air M4 are available on Amazon for record-low prices. The 13-inch model is our pick for best MacBook to buy this year. You can pick up the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 for $799,

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Samsung wins $16.5 billion deal to make Tesla's A16 chips

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-07 16:45:15

It will use a Texas-based factory that had struggled to line up any customers. Samsung will make Tesla's A16 chip in a deal worth 22.8 trillion won ($16.5 billion). The chip manufacturer had filed a regulatory contract with an unnamed entity, but Elon Musk announced Tesla as the other party on X (formerly Twitter). The deal will run through 2033 and utilize an upcoming plant in Taylor, Texas. Musk stated, "Samsung’s giant new Texas fab will be dedicated to making Tesla’s next-generation AI6 ch

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200k Flemish drivers can turn traffic lights green

news.ycombinator.com Vrt Nws 2026-01-02 23:08:26

Two years ago, the Flemish Roads Agency (AWV) announced the introduction of the new system: via an app on your smartphone, you can get a traffic light to turn green more quickly. Over the past 2 years, 250 intersections were to be equipped with so-called “intelligent traffic lights”, which would receive a signal as soon as a road user with the app approaches. In that way, motorists - but also cyclists and motorcyclists- will not have to wait unnecessarily at red lights when less traffic is appr

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I Was Wrong About Workout Buddy, Apple's AI Coaching Vision Is Just Getting Started

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-07 16:00:18

I wasn't exactly sold on the idea of having a "buddy" cheering me on during a workout when Apple first announced its Workout Buddy feature in WatchOS 26. The workout partner I had in mind was more of a no-nonsense trainer; someone to push me out of my comfort zone and into peak performance. Apple's version, instead, is an AI-powered voice that dishes out praise as you run (or as you do any number of activities). But after testing it myself and talking in-depth with Apple about how it works, I'm

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Killing Floor 3 reviews: fast-paced, bloody gameplay that gets repetitive too soon

techspot.com Our Editors Hand-Pick These Games Based On A Broad Criteria 2026-01-03 15:21:00

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Meta builds wristband that can control devices with a flick of the wrist

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-01-03 17:06:00

Forward-looking: A new chapter in human-computer interaction is unfolding at Meta, where researchers are exploring how the muscles in our arms could soon take the place of traditional keyboards, mice, and touchscreens. At their Reality Labs division, scientists have developed an experimental wristband that reads the electrical signals produced when a person intends to move their fingers. This allows users to control digital devices using only subtle hand and wrist gestures. This technology draw

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China sees surge in Nvidia AI chip repair businesses despite export bans

techspot.com Rob Thubron 2026-01-04 14:47:00

In brief: There's a strange situation occurring in China: despite Nvidia's high-end AI chips being restricted from export to the country, businesses that repair these GPUs are experiencing a boom in demand. One company now handles up to 500 AI chip repairs every month. The US has restricted the export of Nvidia's most powerful AI chips to China since 2022 over fears that they could be used for military purposes. Although these chips aren't officially available in the Asian nation, a booming re

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EA unveils Battlefield 6, aiming to recapture glory after 2042 flop

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2026-01-04 15:24:00

Something to look forward to: Following years of leaks, EA is finally set to unveil the first new Battlefield game since the disastrous 2021 launch of Battlefield 2042. With a newly released trailer showcasing the story and a multiplayer unveiling planned for next week, EA hopes to rekindle the era of Battlefield 3 and 4. EA has released the first official trailer for Battlefield 6, focusing on the storyline and single-player campaign. Streams and other events will showcase the multiplayer mode

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Layoffs surge in tech: More than 100,000 jobs cut in 2025 so far

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2026-01-04 22:16:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Big quote: As Frank Herbert writes in Dune, "Once men turned their thinking over to machines in the hope that this would set them free. But that only permitted other men with machines to enslave them." We've now entered the second half of the year, and tech-related layoffs have already skyrocketed past the 100,000 mark. The Bridge Chronicle has compiled a list of the most outstanding mass layoffs a

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Steam beta update rolls out redesigned store, makes game discovery easier

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-01-06 03:34:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust In context: Steam is known for its periodic overhauls, which aim to enhance how users interact with its vast catalog of games. The latest update, introduced in the Steam client beta, marks another step in this ongoing process, featuring a redesigned store menu and several new features intended to improve navigation and personalization on the platform. One of the most noticeable changes is the mergi

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Huawei reclaims No. 1 smartphone spot in China — and Apple returns to growth

cnbc.com Arjun Kharpal 2026-01-08 02:52:23

The Huawei flagship store and the Apple flagship store at Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street in Shanghai, China, Sept. 2, 2024. Huawei reclaimed the top spot in China's smartphone market in the second quarter of the year, while Apple returned to growth in the country — one of its most critical markets — data released by technology market analyst firm Canalys showed on Monday. Huawei shipped 12.2 million smartphones in China in the three months ended June, a rise of 15% year on year — equating to 1

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Chinese universities want students to use more AI, not less

technologyreview.com Caiwei Chen 2026-01-08 00:00:00

However, there’s a crucial difference. While many educators in the West see AI as a threat they have to manage, more Chinese classrooms are treating it as a skill to be mastered. In fact, as the Chinese-developed model DeepSeek gains in popularity globally, people increasingly see it as a source of national pride. The conversation in Chinese universities has gradually shifted from worrying about the implications for academic integrity to encouraging literacy, productivity, and staying ahead. Th

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After Facer, Pujie and WatchMaker announce Wear OS 6 support

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-08 00:11:07

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR After Facer, watch face distribution apps Pujie and WatchMaker are extending support for Wear OS 6. The updated versions comply with Google’s mandate to switch to the new Watch Face Format. While Pujie is separating development into two apps (for new and old watches), WatchMaker is likely to continue using just one. With Wear OS 5, Google introduced a new standard to make watch faces more power-efficient. And, to ensure watch face designers and develo

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The best Switch emulator just got even better, and there’s more to come

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-08 00:52:43

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Nintendo Switch emulator Eden just dropped v0.0.3 release candidate. It brings performance improvements, plus key new features to make setup easier. The growing team also teased a few upcoming features, including EmuReady integration. Nintendo Switch emulation hit some big setbacks last year with Nintendo effectively shutting down Yuzu and Ryujinx, but more recently things have really started to heat up. The Yuzu fork Eden is one of the most promising

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I was a Niagara Launcher doubter until I built my ultimate productivity home screen

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-08 02:30:33

Andy Walker / Android Authority There was a time when Nova Launcher was the only home screen app I’d consider using on my Android phones. It was the pinnacle of the genre, offering a dizzying array of customization options and a wealth of search features. However, as my need for a launcher that enhances focus and productivity grew, Nova fell off my radar. I began exploring the many alternatives available. My current launcher choice is Kvaesitso, thanks to its unique vertically biased design an

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Google Messages gets Material 3 Expressive on Wear OS before Android

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-08 03:21:55

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google Messages is the latest Wear OS app to receive Google’s Material 3 Expressive redesign. The update brings more consistent coloring, slight changes to shapes, and new icons to complement text. Google may be testing the update with a small set of users, since it has yet to reach a wider audience. Google has already begun transitioning many of its apps to the new, more fluid and vivid Material 3 Expressive design philosophy. These changes haven’t been

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Elon Musk confirms Tesla has signed a $16.5 billion chip contract with Samsung Electronics

cnbc.com Dylan Butts 2026-01-08 04:17:15

Samsung Electronics has entered into a $16.5 billion contract for supplying semiconductors to Tesla , based on a regulatory filing by the South Korean firm and Tesla CEO Elon Musk's posts on X. The memory chipmaker, which had not named the counterparty, mentioned in its filing that the effective start date of the contract was July 26, 2025 — receipt of orders — and its end date was Dec. 31, 2033. However, Musk later confirmed in a reply to a post on social media platform X that Tesla was the c

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I replaced my Apple Watch with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for a week - and didn't mind it

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2026-01-08 04:45:18

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 ZDNET's key takeaways Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is available for purchase now at a starting price of $349. It's a capable smartwatch with all the usual health metrics, along with Samsung's Running Coach, bedtime guidance, and recovery insights. Some features feel more experimental than scientific, like Antioxidant Index and BMI, which failed to work several times. View now at Samsung Samsung's latest smartwatches have arrived. The Galaxy Watch 8 lineup, which includes bo

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My search for the ultimate car charger is over - and this one has a flexible superpower

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-01-08 04:55:14

Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max ZDNET's key takeaways It can charge four devices simultaneously. It features two retractable USB‑C cables that can rotate and swivel Be aware that the accessory can be a bit bulky, so it might not fit in some vehicles. $49.99 at Amazon Your car probably has a couple of built-in USB ports, so you'd think that the days of the dedicated car charger are numbered. Also: I found a compact power station with solar charging, and it's a new off-grid essential But you'd be wr

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How big can I print my image?

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-04 05:36:03

How big can I print my image? Jul 24, 2025 For an image to look as sharp as real life, it needs to have a resolution higher then that of the human eye: usually around 1 arcminute, or 1/60th of a degree. $$ \text{Linear resolution} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{1 radian}} \times 1 \text{ arcminutes} $$ $$ \text{Linear resolution }(\text{inches}) = \text{Distance (m)} \times 0.0115 $$ $$ \text{Features / Inch } = \frac{87}{\text{Distance (m)}} $$ For an image to look good at 1 meter, around

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Fourble turns lists of MP3 files hosted anywhere into podcasts

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-03 17:58:35

Browse by category This functionality is currently under construction, but you can now also (to some extent) browse the archives by category.

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Big agriculture mislead the public about the benefits of biofuels

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-07 21:46:44

Something felt off. Article continues after advertisement Tim Searchinger lacked the proper credentials to say exactly what was off that day in the spring of 2003. He was a lawyer, not a scientist or economist. He was reading a complex technical paper on an unfamiliar topic, produced by well-respected researchers at the world-renowned Argonne National Laboratory. Sitting at his cluttered desk in the Environmental Defense Fund’s sixth-floor offices in Washington, D.C., overlooking the famous ba

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The JJ VCS workshop: A zero-to-hero speedrun

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-07 11:23:31

Become a Jujutsu Master in 1 hour Perhaps you've heard of the JJ VCS, a new VCS replacing git that makes commit discipline and dealing with stacked PRs a breeze. Perhaps you've read the same blog posts I have, about how great jj is and how easy it is to get started. But it wasn't enough for me, and it might not be enough for you. I felt my productivity grind to a halt as I struggled with things that had become second nature after 15 years of using git. Even though I was told it would be easy,

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Crunchyroll is Bringing More Anime to Movie Theaters

gizmodo.com Justin Carter 2026-01-07 22:30:38

The last few years have seen anime movies and premiere episodes take to the big screen and make a ton of money, so Crunchyroll is getting on that with its new Anime Nights program. During San Diego Comic-Con, the streamer/distributor revealed its plan to put an anime on the silver screen for the third Monday of every month to “honor the past, elevate the present, and celebrate the future of anime.” The titles will range from fan favorites and anniversaries to “curated” TV episodes, and even pre

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Add smart touches your dorm room: Everything you need

Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 games are 10 percent off

Heaven Help Us, the ‘Crossed’ Movie Is Really Happening

Your Nature Photos Are Doing More Science Than You Think

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Trump temporarily drops export controls to smooth negotiations with China

Apple's MacBook Air M4 is on sale for a record-low price

Samsung wins $16.5 billion deal to make Tesla's A16 chips

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China sees surge in Nvidia AI chip repair businesses despite export bans

EA unveils Battlefield 6, aiming to recapture glory after 2042 flop

Layoffs surge in tech: More than 100,000 jobs cut in 2025 so far

Steam beta update rolls out redesigned store, makes game discovery easier

Huawei reclaims No. 1 smartphone spot in China — and Apple returns to growth

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The best Switch emulator just got even better, and there’s more to come

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How big can I print my image?

Fourble turns lists of MP3 files hosted anywhere into podcasts

Big agriculture mislead the public about the benefits of biofuels

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Crunchyroll is Bringing More Anime to Movie Theaters

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