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AMD demo shows procedural generation slashing VRAM use from 35 GB to just 51 KB

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2026-03-04 06:51:00

Why it matters: Managing graphics memory has become one of the most pressing challenges facing the realm of real-time 3D rendering. As visuals become more detailed, the amount of VRAM required for modern high-end games is pushing against what average customers can afford. AMD and Nvidia are currently developing remedies to the issue, which involve shifting certain rendering tasks from memory to the GPU. A new research paper from AMD explains how procedurally generating certain 3D objects in rea

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Insta360 has a cheaper Flow 2 gimbal for the masses

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-04 08:00:16

It duplicates many of the features from the Flow 2 Pro, which launched in January. Insta360's new gimbal isn't quite "Pro," but its pricing isn't, either. The Flow 2 includes many of the features from the Flow 2 Pro while costing $50 less. The Insta360 Flow 2 ticks most of the boxes that its Pro sibling does. (The more expensive gimbal launched earlier this year.) Like that model, the Flow 2 features a built-in selfie stick and a tripod. It supports advanced subject tracking, golden ratio subj

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Storms and bad weather? How to prep your tech ahead of possible emergencies

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 08:49:00

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

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Updates From ‘Superman’, and More

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2026-03-04 08:00:53

Lee Cronin offers an update on his new take on The Mummy. Go behind the scenes of the new I Know What You Did Last Summer. Babs Olusanmokun teases what’s in store for Dr. M’Benga in the new season of Strange New Worlds. Plus, what’s coming on Murderbot. Spoilers, assemble! Superman According to “multiple attendees” at a recent screening of James Gunn’s Superman (via Comic Book Movie), the film begins with a Star Wars-esque opening text crawl contextualizing the new DCU. Relatedly, Perry White

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The Social Network Part II Is Coming and Aaron Sorkin Is Taking on a New Role

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2026-03-04 08:10:18

It’s been 15 years since The Social Network hit theaters, giving moviegoers an iconic look at the shady history of Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg. And after years of rumors about a sequel, it sounds like Part 2 is finally happening. Aaron Sorkin, the writer of The Social Network, is set to both write and direct The Social Network Part II, according to a new report from Deadline. The original movie was directed by David Fincher, known for movies like Fight Club (1999), Gone Girl (2014), and The Gi

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Switch 2 Review: The Best Handheld Console Is the Future in Familiar Form

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 08:00:07

Halfway between Newark and San Francisco, I was settled into my economy seat and fully enjoying the first-class gaming ticket that the Nintendo Switch 2 was giving me in-flight. A big 7.9-inch screen, tilted at a perfect angle as I played Mario Kart World's vast tracks using luxurious new controllers with fantastic vibration. Yep, the Switch 2 is great. Except that the battery was already winding down after just an hour and a half of play. Watch this: Nintendo Switch 2 Two Weeks In: All I've Lo

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AMD demo shows procedural generation cutting VRAM usage from 35GB to 51KB

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2026-03-04 12:51:00

Why it matters: Managing graphics memory has become one of the most pressing challenges facing the realm of real-time 3D rendering. As visuals become more detailed, the amount of VRAM required for modern high-end games is pushing against what average customers can afford. AMD and Nvidia are currently developing remedies to the issue, which involve shifting certain rendering tasks from memory to the GPU. A new research paper from AMD explains how procedurally generating certain 3D objects in rea

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Can these $100 Android phones replace my flagship? The result after weeks of testing

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 10:53:00

ZDNET's key takeaways Both of these Blackview smartphones retail for under $100 Both handsets have what it takes for tasks such as messaging, taking photos and video, social media, and browsing the web Both benefit form bumping up the virtual RAM to the max. $94.99 at Amazon It's easy to think that you have to drop hundreds -- if not thousands -- of dollars to get a new smartphone. If you want a flagship smartphone from the big brands, then yes, you're going to experience some serious weight

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Structured Output with LangChain and Llamafile

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-27 23:01:10

2 minutes read This article shows how one can teach Llamafile to handle structured outputs like JSON. If you’re already familiar with LangChain, you’ll know that popular models like OpenAI include their own implementations of with_structured_output. Using it is straightforward: All we need is to derive a new class from Pydantic’s BaseModel. The rest happens transparently. You don’t need to teach the LLM anything. Using Llamafile This isn’t currently possible with Llamafile, which I’m using i

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Snow - Classic Macintosh emulator

news.ycombinator.com Thomas W. 2026-03-04 09:08:00

About Snow emulates classic (Motorola 680x0-based) Macintosh computers. It features a graphical user interface to operate the emulated machine and provides extensive debugging capabilities. The aim of this project is to emulate the Macintosh on a hardware-level as much as possible, as opposed to emulators that patch the ROM or intercept system calls. It currently emulates the Macintosh 128K, Macintosh 512K, Macintosh Plus, Macintosh SE, Macintosh Classic and Macintosh II. The emulator is writ

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42 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Right Now

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 12:00:03

In the 10 years since releasing its first original film Beasts of No Nation, Netflix has evolved into a power player in the movie scene, earning honors at award shows like the Oscars and Golden Globes. The streaming giant received 18 Oscar nominations in 2025 and took home three: Two for Emilia Perez and one for best documentary short with The Only Girl in the Orchestra. Popular action films and comedies such as Sicario, Carry On and The Old Guard have also helped make Netflix a destination for

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'28 Weeks Later' Is in Netflix's Top 10 but Not in the US. Here's Where You Can Stream It

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 12:00:08

Every week, Netflix unveils its Top 10 lists for the week before, ranking TV shows and movies by viewership. It seems like the whole world had been preparing for the release of the zombie horror, 28 Years Later, by watching its predecessor, 28 Weeks Later, on Netflix. Actually, when I say "the whole world," I mean places that are not the US. That's because while 28 Weeks Later ranked No. 8 in Netflix's Top 10 films for the week of June 16, its thanks to viewers in 36 other countries. The film is

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The Switch 2 Pro Controller Makes a Comfortable Upgrade, but Still Falls a Bit Short

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 12:00:09

The Switch 2 Pro Controller is a standalone controller that pairs with the new Switch 2 and provides a more comfortable gaming experience than the standard Joy-Cons. While it might look similar to the old model, the second-gen controller has a number of new features to help it earn that "Pro" title. The 2 Pro retails for $85 -- a pretty significant jump over the original's $70. The good news is that, if you want to save some money, the Switch 1 Pro Controllers do work on the Switch 2. Since it'

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We Tested the Switch 2 Display - Is It Really That Slow?

techspot.com Tim Schiesser 2026-03-04 22:18:00

In recent weeks, the Nintendo Switch 2's display has come under fire. Digital Foundry and other outlets in the gaming community have criticized its lackluster motion performance and questionable HDR credentials, despite Nintendo marketing it as an HDR-capable panel. That criticism piqued our interest. We've tested hundreds of PC gaming monitors over the years and have the tools capable – and the curiosity – to take a closer look. We also happen to own both a Switch 2 and the original Switch 1 w

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We Tested the Switch 2 Display - Is It Really That Slow?

techspot.com Tim Schiesser 2026-03-04 22:18:00

In recent weeks, the Nintendo Switch 2's display has come under fire. Digital Foundry and other outlets in the gaming community have criticized its lackluster motion performance and questionable HDR credentials, despite Nintendo marketing it as an HDR-capable panel. That criticism piqued our interest. We've tested hundreds of PC gaming monitors over the years and have the tools capable – and the curiosity – to take a closer look. We also happen to own both a Switch 2 and the original Switch 1 w

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Bernie Sanders says productivity-boosting AI should mean 4-day workweeks, not layoffs

techspot.com Rob Thubron 2026-03-04 23:14:00

A hot potato: AI companies never shut up about how their technologies are making everyone super productive, supposedly allowing us to do more in less time. But Senator Bernie Sanders says if this really is the case, we should all be working 4-day weeks. During a recent interview on the Joe Rogan Experience, Sanders pointed out that the extra time that workers save through the use of AI tools should be given back to them – not filled with extra work. "Technology is gonna work to improve us, not

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It’s officially summer, and the grid is stressed

technologyreview.com Casey Crownhart 2026-03-04 22:00:00

We rely on electricity to keep ourselves comfortable, and more to the point, safe. These are the moments we design the grid for: when need is at its very highest. The key to keeping everything running smoothly during these times might be just a little bit of flexibility. While heat waves happen all over the world, let’s take my local grid as an example. I’m one of the roughly 65 million people covered by PJM Interconnection, the largest grid operator in the US. PJM covers Virginia, West Virgini

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The Galaxy Watch 8 may ruin my favorite thing about Samsung smartwatches

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-04 21:00:20

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Leaks don’t usually take the wind out of my sails, but the latest details about Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch lineup came close. According to renders posted by trusted leaker Evan Blass, the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 will each feature the same squircle design that debuted with the original Galaxy Watch Ultra, and, to put it softly, that’s a massive disappointment. I wasn’t a fan of the Ultra’s shape at launch (o

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Google Wallet is making it easier to create custom passes on Android

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-04 23:30:03

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google Wallet now appears in Android’s share sheet, letting you quickly create a custom pass from any image you share. This new shortcut lets you start the custom pass creation flow by sharing an image, bypassing the need to open the Wallet app first. The feature is currently rolling out via a server-side update, so it may not be available on your device just yet. Google Wallet lets you store digital versions of your credit cards, transit passes, loyalty

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PSA: Apple Watch Hermès owners should not install the current betas

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-03-04 23:02:19

Anyone running a beta version of any software should of course expect issues, but if you own an Apple Watch Hermès, you’ll want to completely avoid the beta 2 versions of both watchOS 26 and iOS 26. Apple has warned of an incompatibility issue between watchOS 26 beta 2 and the Hermès watch, believed to be due to a problem with the watch faces unique to that model … Apple includes the warning in the release notes. Apple Watch Hermès crashes continuously if updated to watchOS 26 beta 2. It is a

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Data brokers may be illegally selling your personal information

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-03-04 23:31:37

Some data brokers may be illegally selling your information – preventing you from finding out what personal data is held, and opting out from its collection and resale. Privacy campaigners say they’ve “uncovered a troubling pattern” that may indicate companies who collect and re–sell personal data may not be complying with state laws … While Europe has tough privacy laws governing the collection and use of personal data, there is no equivalent federal legislation in the US. However, four state

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Microsoft confirms Family Safety blocks Google Chrome from launching

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-03-04 21:50:18

Microsoft has confirmed that its Family Safety parental control service is blocking users from launching Google Chrome and other web browsers on Windows systems. Microsoft Family Safety helps parents monitor their children's activity across desktop and mobile devices, providing screen time management, content filtering, app controls, location tracking, communication monitoring, and activity reports. Redmond acknowledged the bug after widespread user reports since early June that they were unab

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Why this electric screwdriver is one of the best investments I've made for my home

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 20:00:17

ZDNET's key takeaways The new Bosch Go is on sale for $100. It features USB-C charging, a vast improvement on the old microUSB port, plus there's a bigger battery and a ring light on the front to illuminate the workspace. The screwdriver comes in a handy carry case with a selection of bits, so you have everything to do the job in hand. $99.98 at Amazon Two years ago, I got myself a Bosch Go electric screwdriver. The thing was amazing; it's been on my best electric screwdrivers list ever since

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Are Amazon Basics tools worth it? My verdict after testing the top-sellers for weeks

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 21:00:14

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

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The best cheap portable power stations of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 21:00:17

I remember when power banks were new. They were an amazing development, freeing us from the tyranny of having to be near an AC outlet to charge out gadgets. Next came the power stations. They packed even more power into an admittedly bigger space. Still, we were freed from needing to be near to AC outlets or use extension cables when working outside, or in the RV or camping. The original power stations were big and expensive, so manufacturers to came up with smaller, more affordable models. Her

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The top 6 TVs ZDNET readers are buying (no. 1 has the best picture quality we've ever seen)

zdnet.com Taylor Clemons 2026-03-04 22:00:15

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

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Both these Android handsets are under $100

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-04 22:53:00

ZDNET's key takeaways Both of these Blackview smartphones retail for under $100 Both handsets have what it takes for tasks such as messaging, taking photos and video, social media, and browsing the web Both benefit form bumping up the virtual RAM to the max. $94.99 at Amazon It's easy to think that you have to drop hundreds – if not thousands -- of dollars to get a new smartphone. If you want a flagship smartphone from the big brands, then yes, you're going to experience some serious weight r

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Ticket-Driven Development: The Fastest Way to Go Nowhere

news.ycombinator.com The Cynical Developer 2026-03-04 23:01:12

When every dev is just doing the next ticket, who’s steering the ship? Let me guess how your day started. You opened your laptop, fired up the sprint board, and grabbed the next ticket in the “Ready” column. Maybe it was a small feature. Maybe a bug. Either way, you didn’t write it, you didn’t scope it, and you definitely didn’t question it. Because that’s not how it works here. We are Ticket-Driven Developers now. Thinking is out. Throughput is in. Tickets are moving. Morale is not. The A

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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 27, #277

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 21:00:08

Looking for the most recent regular Connections answers? Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. Today's Connections: Sports Edition might be tough. The purple category might be one of those where you have to just fill in the other categories and see what you end up with. Read on for hints and the answers. Connections: Sports Edition is out of beta now, making its debut on Super Bowl Sun

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Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 Review: The Mini-LED Display Shines but There's Little Else to Get Excited About

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 23:00:07

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 7.3 / 10 SCORE Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 $1,450 at Dell Pros Bright, striking mini-LED display Strong productivity performance Sturdy chassis Cons Poor battery life Subpar speakers Mushy keyboard At the beginning of 2025, Dell introduced a sweeping rebrand to its laptop product stack in an attempt to simplify its offerings. One of the results of the rebrand

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