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Before becoming the iconic star of Super Mario Bros., what was Mario originally named?

techspot.com Unknown 2026-03-06 23:03:00

Choose wisely! The correct answer, the explanation, and an intriguing story await. Correct Answer: Jumpman Mario was created by Shigeru Miyamoto in the early 1980s while he was developing Donkey Kong, Nintendo's breakout arcade hit. Interestingly, Donkey Kong was originally conceived as a game based on the Popeye comic strip, with Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Bluto filling the roles. When Nintendo couldn't secure the rights in time, Miyamoto pivoted and created new characters, giving birth to what w

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China's first gaming GPU, the Lisuan G100, performs like a 13-year-old Nvidia GTX 660 Ti

techspot.com Kishalaya Kundu 2026-03-06 23:23:00

Facepalm: China recently unveiled its first gaming GPU, the Lisuan G100. Built on a 6nm process, the card was touted as a potential rival to Nvidia's RTX 4060. However, a recent Geekbench listing suggests its performance is closer to that of the 13-year-old GeForce GTX 660 Ti or the 10-year-old Radeon R9 370. The listing also appears to reveal shockingly anemic specifications, including just 32 Compute Units, 256 MB of VRAM, and a 300 MHz GPU clock. Overall, the card managed a score of only 15,

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The best email marketing software in 2025: Expert tested

zdnet.com Pawan Singh 2026-03-06 23:30:32

If you're new to email marketing and want a powerful platform that's easy to begin with, Mailchimp has to be at the top of your priority list. You can instantly sign up for its free plan and build your first campaign. With step-by-step buttons on its dashboard, like importing or creating your contact list, connecting an integration, and importing your brand persona, your first round of emails or SMS campaign will be ready in no time. Here, you can either start from scratch or use a campaign tem

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I let this Nvidia GPU-powered robot vacuum clean my home for weeks - here's my verdict now

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-03-06 23:36:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The Matic is available for purchase at $1,095. This robot vacuum has a unique form factor and roller brush, and a debris bag that eliminates the need for a huge dock. The Matic has its drawbacks, mainly that it's too tall to clean under furniture and that it's currently only available for iOS, with an Android beta app planned for July. View now at Maticrobots Pioneer devices have the unique challenge of reinventing the wheel. They reimagine something that has become prev

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See the Mind-Blowing First Images From a Revolutionary New Telescope

gizmodo.com Ellyn Lapointe 2026-03-06 23:28:47

It’s been more than two decades since the Vera C. Rubin Observatory was first conceived in a “back-of-the-napkin” sketch. With construction on this huge telescope finally nearing completion, Rubin scientists unveiled its dazzling first images at a livestreamed event in Washington D.C. on Monday, June 23. Perched atop a mountain in the Chilean Andes, the Rubin Observatory boasts the largest digital camera ever built. The telescope, overseen by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the D

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Google’s pulling money away from Android TV and Google TV

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-07 04:40:41

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google has reportedly reduced the budget for its smart TV group by 10%. Despite the reduction, the company promises “an exciting road map ahead.” Up to a quarter of the members of the 300-strong group could be impacted by the change. Google has not made it particularly easy to be a fan of Android TV. While the platform is absolutely chock-full of potential, it’s been incredibly frustrating to see it treated like such an afterthought, year after year. Why

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macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2 now available for developers

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-03-07 04:07:38

Following the typical two-week gap after the release of the inaugural betas, Apple has just pushed out the second wave of post-WWDC betas, including macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2. The build number for today’s macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2 release is 25A5295e. As announced at WWDC25, macOS Tahoe 26 introduces the Liquid Glass UI overhaul, alongside features like Live Activities on the Mac, a much improved Spotlight with clipboard history and Shortcuts integration, plus a dedicated Phone app and Live Translatio

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Everything new in iOS 26 beta 2

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2026-03-07 04:43:03

You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter Facebook , and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories how-tos , and subscribe to our YouTube channel

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Dyson V15, V11, V8: Amazon Clears Vacuum Stock Before Prime Day at Lowest Prices

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-07 04:40:49

Weak vacuum suction is a nightmare in real, especially when you want a spotless home without a hefty cost. Dyson cordless vacuums have a wide range of options, and currently three best-sellers are available at Amazon’s all-time lowest prices. The Dyson V15 Detect Plus retails for $649, down from its original price of $749, the Dyson V11 Origin for $468, down from $569, and the Dyson V8 Plus for $349, down from $469. See Dyson V15 Plus at Amazon See Dyson V11 Origin at Amazon See Dyson V8 Plu

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Crunch time—we’ll soon find out if Amazon’s launch providers are up to the job

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-03-07 04:13:27

For the second time in two months, United Launch Alliance sent a batch of 27 broadband Internet satellites into orbit for Amazon on Monday morning. Just like the last flight on April 28, an Atlas V rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and delivered Amazon's satellites into an on-target orbit roughly 280 miles (450 kilometers) above Earth. This was the second launch of a full load of operational satellites for Amazon's Project Kuiper, a network envisioned to become a competitor to Spa

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House staffers can’t have WhatsApp on their devices

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-03-07 04:06:07

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. The House of Representatives has banned staff members from using WhatsApp on government devices, according to a report from Axios. In an email viewed by the outlet, the House’s chief administrative officer (CAO) tells staffers that the Office of Cybersecurity “has deemed WhatsApp a high-risk” because of a “lack of transparency in how it protects use

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Over a million people now have access to the gen-AI powered Alexa+

techcrunch.com Sarah Perez 2026-03-07 04:38:40

More invites to Amazon’s upgraded digital assistant, Alexa+, powered by generative AI, have been steadily rolling out. The service, first announced in February, now reaches over a million users, Amazon confirmed to TechCrunch on Monday. However, Alexa+ is not yet publicly available. Instead, Amazon has been working through its waitlist, sending out invites to those customers who originally signed up to test the service when it became available. Over the past several weeks, many people have shar

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Finally, a MagSafe wallet for my phone that feels premium (without the price tag)

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2026-03-07 09:26:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The UAG Metropolis Wallet is a MagSafe wallet and stand made of vegan leather for $45. It holds up to five cards and cash, has a kickstand, is RFID blocking, and features pockets. It's only available in Black. $44.95 at Amazon $44.95 at Walmart more buying choices As ZDNET's MagSafe expert, I've tried many magnetic accessories, from wallets, grips, and stands to notebooks, battery packs, and beyond. That's why when one catches my eye or edges out something else I've trie

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Fairphone 6 is switching to a new design that's even more sustainable

news.ycombinator.com Vishnu Sarangapurkar 2026-03-07 08:29:51

What you need to know Leaked renders reveal a modular design for the Fairphone 6, allowing for easy replacement of components. The Fairphone 6 is expected to feature a new design with flat edges and a distinct neon-themed power button, available in black, white, and green color options. The Fairphone 6 is rumored to launch on June 25th starting at €549, and could include a 6.31-inch pOLED 120Hz display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, and a 4415mAh battery. Fairphone is expected to launch its sixth sus

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Making TRAMP go Brrrr

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-07 06:46:03

I recently changed jobs and found myself in a position where I would need to do a lot of work on remote machines. Since I am Emacs user, the most common way to do this is using TRAMP (Transparent Remote access, Multiple Protcol). TRAMP is an Emacs package that let’s you treat a remote host like a local system, similar to VSCode Remote Development Extension. I had used TRAMP before and it tended to be slow. Since I would be using it all day now I figured I should take some time to make it faster.

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Frequent Nightmares Linked to Faster Aging and Premature Death

gizmodo.com Margherita Bassi 2026-03-07 09:02:45

If you often have nightmares, you may need to worry a bit more about your health. New research presented today at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2025 links frequent nightmares to faster biological aging and an over three times higher risk of premature death, even when taking into account other medical conditions. The researchers claim to be the first to demonstrate this association, which could have significant implications for how seriously one should consider persistent nigh

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This Air Purifier for Large Rooms Is 75% Off, Amazon Clears Stock and Adds an Extra Coupon

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-07 09:25:00

You need an air purifier in large cities where pollution and allergens can affect your health. The best thing about air purifiers nowadays is that they do not take up much space and are silent, yet they make a huge difference in the air quality and health of your home. This particular model is especially effective because it covers a large area (up to 1400 square feet) which is something that cheaper models under $100 usually cannot handle. This air purifier for large rooms is currently being o

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Amazon’s Choice 15.6-Inch Portable Monitor Matches Its Black Friday Price Ahead of Prime Day

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-03-07 09:40:31

If you’re someone who works remotely, it’s good to get out of the house every once in awhile to go get some work done at your local coffee shop. But how do you stay productive with just the singular display of your laptop screen? The answer is to get yourself a portable monitor. Double the monitors means double the productivity after all. Amazon has the Anyuse 15.6-inch portable monitor on sale right now for 29% off. That brings the price down from $70 to just $50. That will save you a cool $20.

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Deals: MacBook Air up to $400 off, 11-inch iPad $299, Apple Power Adapters from $10 each, more

9to5mac.com Justin Kahn 2026-03-07 14:45:35

While we are still tracking a $150 price drop on the 24GB M4 Mac mini, today we are turning our attention to some big-time price drops on MacBook Air. The latest M4 models are $150 off in select colors and storage capacities, but we also spotted some select M3 models for folks who don’t need the latest and greatest at $400 off the list prices. We are then highlighting the most affordable current-generation iPad down at $299 in three colors alongside some accessories – the Apple 20W USB-C Power A

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Apple Research just unearthed a forgotten AI technique and is using it to generate images

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-03-07 14:59:45

Today, most generative image models basically fall into two main categories: diffusion models, like Stable Diffusion, or autoregressive models, like OpenAI’s GPT-4o. But Apple just released two papers that show how there might be room for a third, forgotten technique: Normalizing Flows. And with a dash of Transformers on top, they might be more capable than previously thought. First things first: What are Normalizing Flows? Normalizing Flows (NFs) are a type of AI model that works by learning

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Scientists Just Found a New, Incredibly Rare Blood Type

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2026-03-07 14:55:13

Step aside A, B, and O—there’s a new player in town. Scientists in France have just reported the discovery of a novel, rare blood type, only recorded in a single person to date. The French Blood Establishment (EFS), the country’s sole civilian blood transfusion organization, announced the discovery over the weekend. The blood type, nicknamed “Gwada negative,” was found in a French woman originally from Guadeloupe. It’s the 48th distinct blood group system to be established. “This discovery was

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Meet Google Martha, the company’s Android XR smart glasses prototype

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-07 18:19:57

TL;DR Google demoed its Android XR smart glasses prototype at Google I/O 2025. We now learn that this Android XR prototype is called “Google Martha.” Its companion app handles connected features like notifications, settings access, video recording from the user’s perspective, and more. After over a year of teasing with Project Astra, Google showed off its Android XR glasses on stage at Google I/O 2025. My colleague C. Scott Brown even got to try them on, and he was impressed with the demo. Si

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Amazon Prime Day 2025: The best early deals already live, dates and everything else you need to know

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-07 18:30:37

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 . Amazon Prime Day has been a summer mainstay for years at this point and this year is no exception. Prime Day will return on July 8 to July 11 this year, marking the first time the shopping event has been more than 48-hours long. That just means you’ll have more time to shop the deals,

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Your jump from Windows 10 to Linux gets easier with KDE Plasma 6.4

zdnet.com Steven Vaughan-Nichols 2026-03-07 18:01:11

Weiquan Lin/Getty For the last few years, my favorite Linux desktop interface has been Linux Mint Cinnamon. However, that adoration doesn't mean I can't appreciate other Linux desktops. For example, when the KDE Community recently released KDE Plasma 6.4, I decided to give it a try on my openSUSE Tumbleweed machine, a Dell XPS 8300 with a 3.4GHz Intel Core i7-2600 processor, 16GB DDR3 RAM, and a 1.5TB 7200 rpm hard drive from 2011. That machine can run Windows 10 (you can forget about Windows

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Finally, an AirTag alternative for my wallet that also works with Android - and it's on sale

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-07 18:28:00

ZDNET's key takeaways KeySmart's SmartCard is available on Amazon for $40 (3-pack for $90). It's super thin, works with both Android and Apple iOS, has a wireless rechargeable battery, and is IPX7-rated. It needs to be recharged every 5 months or so. View now at Amazon Amazon is selling the KeySmart SmartCard for 20% off when you check out with the promo code 'KSPRIME20'. Apple AirTags have changed my life, saving me countless hours looking for keys and other items that I absent-mindedly mis

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Forget JBL, Amazon Fire TV 3.1-channel Soundbar With Subwoofer Drops to Its Lowest Price for a Limited Time

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-03-07 18:10:29

Whether your main TV is in your living room, bedroom, basement, or dedicated home theater, you should seriously consider hooking up a soundbar. Don’t underestimate just how important audio is when it comes to immersive viewing. A really good sound system can make all the difference, and the good news is you don’t need to break the bank to install one. Right now, Amazon has its Fire TV soundbar with a subwoofer on sale for 23% off. Normally going for $375, that discount is enough to bring this te

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Hinge is planning its own mobile payment system to avoid App Store fees

theverge.com Jay Peters 2026-03-07 18:00:00

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. As part of his appearance on the Decoder podcast, Hinge co-founder and CEO Justin McLeod says that the company would like to introduce an alternative payment service by the end of this year. With a Hinge-run alternative payment service, Apple won’t be able to take a cut of any purchases, and that “changes the equation” for Hinge on “many fronts,” according to McLeod. Not only

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At last, a portable 4K projector worthy of replacing my TV - and it gets plenty bright

zdnet.com Prakhar Khanna 2026-03-07 23:37:00

ZDNET's key takeaways Xgimi's Horizon S Max is on sale now for $1,899. It offers sharp, vibrant picture quality that punches well above its price tag, and the new gimbal design is easy to set up. Its minimal port selection might be a problem for some. View now at Bhphotovideo View now at Xgimi more buying choices I won't bury the lede: the Xgimi Horizon S Max is one of the brightest projectors I've tested, and that's one of the prime concerns with replacing a TV for a projector. The Horizon S

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How MacOS Tahoe's killer new feature could make Docker feel obsolete

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-03-07 23:54:06

Apple / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Apple has a lot of fancy new tricks up its sleeve for the next iteration of MacOS. There's the new UI (glassy and classy), the extra AI bits, performance improvements, and more. But there's one new feature that may or may not interest the average user. That feature is all about containers. Think of containers like this: an isolated, lightweight package that contains the application code, dependencies, and libraries necessary to run in an isolated environme

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DJI Osmo Action 4 in 4K/120fps Costs Peanuts, Amazon Clears Stock at Record Low for Early Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-07 23:25:28

Amazon has already begun selling pre-Prime Day discounts, and this year’s early sale is available to all, even non-Prime members. That’s correct, you can score top-of-the-line technology for major discounts without the need for a subscription. If you’re in the market for an action cam to capture all your summer activities with pro-level quality, the DJI Osmo Action 4 is an excellent choice. Right now, the DJI Osmo Action 4 is available on Amazon for $249, down from its usual list price of $299.

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Before becoming the iconic star of Super Mario Bros., what was Mario originally named?

China's first gaming GPU, the Lisuan G100, performs like a 13-year-old Nvidia GTX 660 Ti

The best email marketing software in 2025: Expert tested

I let this Nvidia GPU-powered robot vacuum clean my home for weeks - here's my verdict now

See the Mind-Blowing First Images From a Revolutionary New Telescope

Google’s pulling money away from Android TV and Google TV

macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2 now available for developers

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Crunch time—we’ll soon find out if Amazon’s launch providers are up to the job

House staffers can’t have WhatsApp on their devices

Over a million people now have access to the gen-AI powered Alexa+

Finally, a MagSafe wallet for my phone that feels premium (without the price tag)

Fairphone 6 is switching to a new design that's even more sustainable

Making TRAMP go Brrrr

Frequent Nightmares Linked to Faster Aging and Premature Death

This Air Purifier for Large Rooms Is 75% Off, Amazon Clears Stock and Adds an Extra Coupon

Amazon’s Choice 15.6-Inch Portable Monitor Matches Its Black Friday Price Ahead of Prime Day

Deals: MacBook Air up to $400 off, 11-inch iPad $299, Apple Power Adapters from $10 each, more

Apple Research just unearthed a forgotten AI technique and is using it to generate images

Scientists Just Found a New, Incredibly Rare Blood Type

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Amazon Prime Day 2025: The best early deals already live, dates and everything else you need to know

Your jump from Windows 10 to Linux gets easier with KDE Plasma 6.4

Finally, an AirTag alternative for my wallet that also works with Android - and it's on sale

Forget JBL, Amazon Fire TV 3.1-channel Soundbar With Subwoofer Drops to Its Lowest Price for a Limited Time

Hinge is planning its own mobile payment system to avoid App Store fees

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How MacOS Tahoe's killer new feature could make Docker feel obsolete

DJI Osmo Action 4 in 4K/120fps Costs Peanuts, Amazon Clears Stock at Record Low for Early Prime Day

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