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Someone keeps stealing, flying, fixing and returning this man's plane. But why?

news.ycombinator.com Staff Writer 2025-08-28 17:45:26

Jason Hong, 75, has had his 1958 Cessna Skyhawk stolen, and returned, multiple times in the last couple of months, but he and police have no idea who has been taking the colorful plane. While Jason Hong was celebrating his 75th birthday, he suddenly found himself thinking about his 1958 Cessna Skyhawk, a white and red single-engine beauty with colorful stripes that he calls his “old treasure.” He doesn’t fly it much anymore, but given the occasion he resolved to visit his plane as soon as he c

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AirDrop IRL: iPhone 16 Pro falls from plane and keeps filming [Video]

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2025-08-28 20:51:33

We all know the feeling we get after dropping our iPhone and immediately inspecting the glass for damage. Now imagine dropping your iPhone out of an airplane. That happened over the summer for conservationist Ashley Prange. Prange was filming video from inside a small aircraft over Germany when her iPhone 16 Pro was suddenly pulled out of her hands and out of the plane. It plummeted more than 2,600 feet while the aircraft was traveling at 110 knots. She assumed that was the end of it. Still, s

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Apple’s chip deal with Samsung is great news for future iPhones

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-08-28 21:00:00

One of the bullet points in Apple’s announcement of its increased US manufacturing spend made a big, but very non-specific, claim. Apple said that it was working with Samsung on an “innovative new technology which has never been used before anywhere in the world.” Although the company was being mysterious, we likely know what that means – and it’s great news not just for the iPhone 18, but also for future iPhones beyond it … The full statement – all two sentences of it – was as vague as it was

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8 settings to change on your Google Pixel phone for significantly better battery life

zdnet.com Jason Howell 2025-08-29 10:33:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Pixel phones have an excellent reputation for smart software, but battery life has been a common complaint with Google's smartphones. Thankfully, that same smart software is now improving battery life and longevity, though many features aren't set up for maximum endurance out of the box. I've found that a handful of features can dramatically improve how long your Pixel lasts, both in a single day and over the long haul. Also: I've owned every Google Pixel flagship phone since t

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The end is near for flagships with a meagre 128GB storage

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-29 14:06:19

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The upcoming iPhone 17 Pro may start at 256GB of internal storage, eliminating the older 128GB option. A $50 price increase is expected alongside the bumped-up base storage tier. Apple’s move could pressure remaining Android flagships, such as the Galaxy S and Pixel lineups, to ditch low-storage models and finally start at 256GB. Android flagships have long moved to higher storage options, with many offering as much as 1TB of storage. While external stora

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Apple releases new ‘Here’s to the Dreamers’ wallpaper for iPhone

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2025-08-29 14:48:17

There are few ad campaigns more memorable to longtime Apple followers than the “Think Different” series. And in coordination with an App Store feature story highlighting several modern day creative trailblazers, Apple has released a new iPhone wallpaper called “Here’s to the Dreamers.” New iPhone wallpaper available as part of ‘Here’s to the Dreamers’ creator spotlight Apple has gotten in an annual rhythm of highlighting Southeast Asian creators in various ways. Back in 2023, that happened via

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Apple's Rivals Are Betting Big on AI, but Tim Cook Doesn't Need to Worry

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-29 13:00:00

There's a battle over the future of computing. Tech giants, like Meta and OpenAI, are racing to develop a version of AI that's almost sci-fi levels of sentience, known as superintelligence. Obscene salaries are being thrown around to poach top AI engineers -- some even with reported offers of $100 million signing bonuses. Meanwhile, billions of dollars are spent to acquire companies with no products. The goal? To create an AI gadget so good that it can dethrone the iPhone. That's at least the

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Buying a New iPhone or Android Phone? This Is What You Need to Know First

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-29 13:00:09

The iPhone 16 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra, have lots in common. From their lightning-fast performance and pro-level cameras to their big, vibrant displays, these flagships are all among the best phones you can buy in 2025. It's no surprise then that these fan-favorite phones have something else in common, too: Whopping prices. Costing $1,000 and more, these elite handsets are out of reach for many of us -- or they're simply unnecessary for those of us who just want an

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I tried emulating PC games on a Pixel phone, and I have mixed thoughts

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-29 18:00:29

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority One of the more notable emulation stories in the last couple of years has been the rise of apps that let you play PC games on your Android phone or tablet. No, we aren’t talking about streaming, either, but actually running these games via emulation/translation. Winlator and GameHub are the two leading apps in this regard. The latter recently received an update that improves performance on devices with Mali GPUs. This came about via a partnership with MediaTek

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Honda Is Giving Up on the All-Electric Dream

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-08-29 18:15:49

Honda just dealt a huge blow to the all-electric dream. In a stunning reversal, the Japanese auto giant has announced it is rethinking its electrification strategy, signaling that battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) are no longer the holy grail of its future. The move is a major setback for the EV industry, which is already reeling from the September 30 expiration of federal tax credits that made electric cars competitive with their gas-powered counterparts. For years, the auto industry, mesmerize

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Fast charging quietly changed my life — and it might change yours too

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-30 02:00:49

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority I’m old enough to remember when most smartphones topped out at 5W or even 10W charging speeds. In fact, my first proper Android phone was 2012’s Sony Xperia V, and it offered a mere 5W power level. The world has moved on rapidly, with 45W, 65W, 80W, and even 120W charge speeds now available. But even so, some users still prefer slow charging. However, to be honest, I think most people don’t realize they want fast charging until they’ve actually used it. How f

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The best smartphones without AI features in 2025: Expert tested and recommended

zdnet.com Taylor Clemons 2025-08-30 02:00:18

These days, it feels like AI and machine learning algorithms are being stuffed into every device, whether it makes sense to do so or not. And with almost every major brand announcing that AI will be a standard feature in new releases going forward, you may be looking for a way to opt out or avoid it entirely. Thankfully, there are still plenty of options on the market for phones that don't force AI as an integral feature; you can even find a few "dumb" phones if you're thinking of a total digita

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What Happens When You Fold and Unfold the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 200,000 Times?

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-29 12:33:00

After folding and unfolding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 200,000 times by hand, Korean YouTube channel Tech-it found that the folding phone's redesigned hinge and thinner design couldn't withstand repeated handling. The stunt, which was livestreamed over the course of a few days, found that the phone would reboot every 6,000 to 10,000 folds. At 46,000 folds, the phone started to creak. At 75,000 folds, an unknown black liquid started to leak out of the hinge. At 175,000 folds, all speakers, incl

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Sony insists Xperia phones are ‘very important’ to it

theverge.com Dominic Preston 2025-08-30 02:17:57

is a news editor with over a decade’s experience in journalism. He previously worked at Android Police and Tech Advisor. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. CFO Lin Tao mentioned Sony’s beleaguered phone brand at the company’s recent financial results presentation, calling it “a very important business for us,” according to CNET Japan. Once upon a time, Xperia mattered to Sony because it still held a healthy chunk of Japan’s phone market. Th

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Apple Maps cycling directions expand to Hong Kong and Taiwan

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-08-30 14:21:32

When Apple first launched cycling directions on Apple Maps, the feature was limited to a handful of cities like New York and Beijing. Since then, Apple has gradually expanded coverage. Now, cycling directions are also available in Hong Kong and Taiwan. If you ride a bike to get around where you live, you know that some information is essential for route planning: are there bike paths? Bike lanes? Do they cover the entire route? What is the elevation along the way? Since the limited rollout in

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Preventing ZIP parser confusion attacks on Python package installers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-31 00:16:42

Preventing ZIP parser confusion attacks on Python package installers The Python Package Index is introducing new restrictions to protect Python package installers and inspectors from confusion attacks arising from ZIP parser implementations. This has been done in response to the discovery that the popular installer uv has a different extraction behavior to many Python-based installers that use the ZIP parser implementation provided by the zipfile standard library module. Summary ZIP archives

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Foundry (YC F24) is hiring staff-level product engineers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-31 01:00:58

About Foundry We're building the foundational infrastructure to automate digital work. Today's browser-based workflows represent a potential trillion dollar opportunity—currently trapped behind inefficient manual tasks and repetitive actions. Current AI agents fail when facing complex real-world scenarios; they're brittle experiments, not scalable solutions. Foundry provides the critical, high-fidelity simulation environment necessary for training, testing, and deploying robust AI agents. Thin

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Foundry (YC F24) Is Hiring Staff Level Product Engineers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-31 06:00:58

About Foundry We're building the foundational infrastructure to automate digital work. Today's browser-based workflows represent a potential trillion dollar opportunity—currently trapped behind inefficient manual tasks and repetitive actions. Current AI agents fail when facing complex real-world scenarios; they're brittle experiments, not scalable solutions. Foundry provides the critical, high-fidelity simulation environment necessary for training, testing, and deploying robust AI agents. Thin

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PyPI: Preventing ZIP parser confusion attacks on Python package installers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-31 10:16:42

Preventing ZIP parser confusion attacks on Python package installers The Python Package Index is introducing new restrictions to protect Python package installers and inspectors from confusion attacks arising from ZIP parser implementations. This has been done in response to the discovery that the popular installer uv has a different extraction behavior to many Python-based installers that use the ZIP parser implementation provided by the zipfile standard library module. Summary ZIP archives

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Samsung Will Reportedly Make iPhone Image Sensors at Texas Facility

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-31 09:11:00

Samsung will reportedly begin producing a three-layer stacked image sensor for Apple's iPhone 18 in Texas. The deal with Apple will help the South Korean company avoid President Trump's strict tariffs policy and cut out Sony as the sole image sensor maker for iPhones, according to Financial Times, The three-layer stacked image sensors enable fast shooting speeds and high-frame-rate 8K video in smartphones. On Wednesday, Apple said it was "working with Samsung at its fab [semiconductor fabricati

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Is the Xperia line dead? Sony clarifies the future of its smartphones

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-31 14:15:31

It’s no secret that Sony Xperia smartphones aren’t the best-selling phones, nor are they the top choice for Android flagships . Sony built a loyal niche of fans who buy its Xperia phones, but the market beyond them doesn’t pick up on the phones with as much enthusiasm. When the company’s latest flagship, the Xperia 1 VII, began dying and disappearing across markets , many presumed that the end was near for Sony’s Xperia line of phones. Sony is laying rest to those fears, indicating it is around,

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Honesty Boxes in Scotland (2024)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-31 18:11:14

Honesty Boxes in Scotland Dotted around the Scottish countryside, honesty boxes are a heartwarming tradition reflecting the trust and community spirit of rural life. These unstaffed stands offer all sorts; from fresh eggs and home-baked goods to seasonal fruits and vegetables, and even handmade crafts. This practice not only supports local farmers and artisans but also fosters a sense of integrity and mutual respect among residents and travellers. Here is a selection of the unique things you ca

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Pranksters Interrupt Education Secretary Linda McMahon With Circus Music

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2025-08-31 17:30:23

Pranksters were able to play disruptive audio clips, including the Curb Your Enthusiasm theme and circus music, during an interview with Education Secretary Linda McMahon at the Young America’s Foundation student conference in Washington D.C., on Wednesday. And Trump supporters would like you to know that they aren’t bothered by it at all. Not one little bit. McMahon, who previously worked as a professional wrestling promoter, was appointed by Trump to dismantle the Department of Education and

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iPhone Gaming Is Convoluted. Here's What the iPhone 17 Needs to Sway Me as a Gamer

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-31 21:00:20

I've been trying to use my iPhone as a gaming handheld for years but I often hit the same roadblocks when trying to have it replace my Nintendo Switch when I travel. And it's not for lack of Apple and other companies trying, as there's tons of gaming content available for the iPhone between titles that run directly from the device to more-intensive games that I can stream over a strong internet connection. Gaming on the iPhone is more convoluted than it should be and it's frankly easier to do o

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Anker's 10K Qi2 magnetic power bank drops to $60

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-01 02:45:35

A power bank with a wireless charging option is a very handy device for anyone who's typically on the go. It's probably worth having a fully charged one on hand in case of a power outage too. Anker makes some of our favorite power banks, and one with a Qi2 charging function and 10,000mAh capacity is currently on sale. You can snap it up for $60. That's a 25 percent discount on the list price of $80. It is also the lowest price for this model so far in 2025. The power bank is currently available

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Nothing Phone 3 Review: A Rule-Breaking Phone for Rebels

gizmodo.com Raymond Wong 2025-09-01 02:59:10

A month removed from the flustered echo chamber of gearheads, self-proclaimed tastemakers, and apparently everyone-is-a-designer-and-engineer-now people on social platforms like X and Threads, I can say with certainty that almost all of the complaints about Nothing’s controversial Phone 3 are much ado about—excuse the pun—nothing. Taken as a whole, the Phone 3 is exactly what I expect from Nothing, the London-based technology startup led by ex-OnePlus cofounder Carl Pei that’s known for stirrin

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The Pixel’s most powerful privacy tool doesn’t come from Google, but I’d install it in a heartbeat

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 09:00:24

Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority Google’s Pixel phones have long been sold as some of the most secure Android devices you can buy, thanks to the inclusion of the Titan M2 chip and regular security patches over several years. There’s a bit of irony to that statement, of course — Google’s entire business model revolves around selling ads. Indeed, the search giant has quite a bit of insight into the way you use your device along with a host of other analytics and location data. Having said tha

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Poll: Are you upgrading to the Google Pixel 10 series?

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 09:45:18

Google The Google Pixel 10 phones will launch in a few weeks, and it looks like there’ll be no shortage of models on the day. Google is expected to offer the base Pixel 10, the Pixel 10 Pro, the Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Do you plan to upgrade to these phones, though? That’s the question we’re asking in our featured poll today. So let us know by making a choice below! You can also leave a comment if you’d like to explain your decision. And do let us know which older Pixel you

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Apple to Pump $100 Billion More Toward Manufacturing in US

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-31 22:23:00

Apple said Wednesday it plans to invest another $100 billion during the next four years to increase manufacturing in the US. The company's wide-ranging announcement -- which was leaked early by the White House -- said it will now spend $600 billion to hire more US workers and expand some of its manufacturing across 10 states. Apple CEO Tim Cook joined President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday to unveil its American Manufacturing Program. The program includes plans to develop 100%

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These 7 Rumored iPhone 17 Pro Max Features Just Might Convince Me to Upgrade

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-01 10:11:03

Because photography is important to me, I've always picked the iPhone Pro with its telephoto camera over the regular iPhone models. But each year I'm pulled in two directions: Pick the standard-sized iPhone Pro or the larger iPhone Pro Max? Some years the latter includes photo features not found on the regular iPhone Pro, such as the 5x zoom that was exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max. And as we approach the reveal of the next iPhone 17 lineup, I'm once again waffling between sizes. And based on

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Someone keeps stealing, flying, fixing and returning this man's plane. But why?

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