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I ditched my Bluetooth speakers for this slick turntable - and it's more practical than I thought

zdnet.com Jada Jones 2026-01-13 09:00:20

ZDNET's key takeaways The Victrola Harmony turntable system is available for $299 in the colors Natural, Walnut, and Black. This system includes a full-size turntable, two bookshelf speakers, and an A-T ATN3600L cartridge, all great components for beginners. At its $300 price point ($100 up from its debut in Jan.), people willing to spend this kind of money may be ready for a more advanced system. View now at Victrola If you've ever considered "getting into audio," prepare to spend a couple h

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When to make LODs: Understanding model costs

news.ycombinator.com Jason Booth 2026-01-10 12:56:35

When to make LODs Jason Booth 3 min read · Dec 26, 2021 -- Listen Share Understanding model costs I’m always amazed at how often I hear people talk about “poly counts” in modern rendering, as if that’s even a thing. But lore has a way of sticking around forever, far past its point of being useful. And quite frankly, I’m constantly seeing artwork created in substandard ways because of this lore. First, the cost of rendering something doesn’t really have much relation to how many polygons it ha

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Is Climate Change an Existential Threat?

gizmodo.com Ellyn Lapointe 2026-01-13 12:00:29

If a 60-mile-wide (100-kilometer-wide) asteroid slammed into Earth tomorrow, it would render the planet inhospitable to nearly all life forms, save for the hardiest extremophiles. This mass extinction event would wipe humanity off the face of the Earth—there would be no survivors. To some experts, this is the true definition of an “existential threat.” Traditionalists will say this term describes a risk that endangers the very existence of something—in this case, the human species. In recent ye

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The Halo Effect

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-09 12:57:06

Notes on the recent trend of “Hire and License Out” deals in AI Halos are made when souls leave their companies and ascend to the Clouds Over the last year, a new breed of deal structure has emerged in AI: an alternative to acquisitions and hiring that shares traits of both yet isn’t quite either. Companies like Inflection, Character AI, Adept, Covariant and most recently Windsurf have used this new structure in a common pattern. A core team from the startup–usually including the founders and

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How OpenAI’s red team made ChatGPT agent into an AI fortress

venturebeat.com Louis Columbus 2026-01-13 16:13:52

Want smarter insights in your inbox? Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get only what matters to enterprise AI, data, and security leaders. Subscribe Now In case you missed it, OpenAI yesterday debuted a powerful new feature for ChatGPT and with it, a host of new security risks and ramifications. Called the “ChatGPT agent,” this new feature is an optional mode that ChatGPT paying subscribers can engage by clicking “Tools” in the prompt entry box and selecting “agent mode,” at which point, t

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Best Live TV Streaming Services of 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-13 16:52:00

Take note of how many screens you can watch at a time. For example, YouTube TV allows you to stream on three devices at once, while Hulu grants you two, with the option to pay extra for more screens. Look for platform offerings that fit your household's needs. You can choose a streaming service subscription that aligns with your budget, and there are multiple services available. Prices range from $25 to over $100 per month, depending on what you want. When considering costs, review the channel

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Peter Thiel-backed cryptocurrency exchange Bullish files to go public on NYSE

cnbc.com Lora Kolodny 2026-01-13 22:24:13

Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal, Palantir Technologies, and Founders Fund, holds hundred dollar bills as he speaks during the Bitcoin 2022 Conference at Miami Beach Convention Center on April 7, 2022 in Miami, Florida. The Peter Thiel-backed cryptocurrency exchange Bullish filed for an IPO on Friday, the latest digital asset firm to head for the public market. The company, led by CEO Tom Farley, a veteran of the finance industry and former president of the New York Stock Exchange, said it pl

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Feature Request: Apple should make these three changes to the Find My app

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-01-13 22:26:26

We saw recently that many Gen Z people have a much more relaxed attitude to location privacy than the rest of us, happily sharing their location 24/7 with entire groups of friends. But for those of us who prefer a more restrained approach to sharing our location, I’d like to see one basic change, and a couple of intelligent features added to the Find My app … 9to5Mac is brought to you by Incogni: Protect your personal info from prying eyes. With Incogni, you can scrub your deeply sensitive inf

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China Is Using Trump's Tactics Against Him to Corner the EV Market

futurism.com Unknown 2026-01-14 02:22:51

Although Donald Trump presents himself as a fierce adversary of China, some of his policy moves appear to be a significant boon for the People's Republic. This spring, as Trump's chaotic tariff war captured headlines, a game-changing electric vehicle provision in his "Big Beautiful Bill" lurked just below the surface. After being signed into law on July 4, it turns out that the massive piece of legislation is set to completely upend the American EV market. That's thanks to a provision in the b

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WhatsApp streamlines in-app support process

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-01-14 08:32:47

If you’ve ever tried to get in-app support on WhatsApp, you know the process used to start with filling out a form, possibly attaching a few files, and waiting for a support rep to eventually get in touch. Now, that form is on its way out, and the screening process is, you guessed it, becoming AI-based. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Out with the form, in with AI Unless you’re Stephen Hackett, support knowledge bases are never fun to navigate, especially if you are in a hurry and alr

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Live TV Streaming Services' Top 100 Channels Guide: Sling, YouTube TV and More

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-14 05:48:59

Thinking about transitioning away from cable? It doesn't have to be a daunting undertaking, but a little homework is involved. As TV costs increase, there are plenty of alternatives you can consider, like live TV streaming services and or skinny bundles. Cord-free live services come with perks like a broad mix of channels, DVR and no long-term commitments. You can stream sports and more, and these services offer wider channel options than antennas but also let you watch on your laptop or phone.

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Twelve South’s travel-friendly 2-in-1 Qi2 charger is over 50 percent off right now

theverge.com Brandon Russell 2026-01-14 08:35:08

Keeping multiple devices charged while traveling usually means packing several wall warts and cables. Thanks to the clever design of the Twelve South Butterfly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Charger, however, you can power two Qi2-compatible devices with a single, compact accessory. Best of all, the foldable charger is now on sale at Amazon and Best Buy starting at $40.99 ($59 off), which is the lowest price we’ve seen. The Butterfly SE features two soft-touch charging discs, one that delivers up to 15W for you

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New ChatGPT o3-alpha model hints at coding upgrade

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-01-14 12:01:51

ChatGPT's o3 is OpenAI's best model to date because it features reasoning, and it might get even better in the next update. As spotted on X, OpenAI is testing a new "Alpha" variant of the o3 model, which has significant coding-related improvements. In our tests, BleepingComputer observed that o3-alpha is better than o3 in designing web pages, even with simple prompts. Others have spotted that o3-alpha is really good at creating simple web games. o3-alpha This model is called "o3-alpha-respon

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I sent ChatGPT Agent out to shop for me

theverge.com Hayden Field 2026-01-14 12:45:00

is The Verge’s senior AI reporter. An AI beat reporter for more than five years, her work has also appeared in CNBC, MIT Technology Review, Wired UK, and other outlets. Think of OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Agent as a day-one intern who’s incredibly slow at every task but will eventually get the job done. Well… most of the job. Or… at least part of it. Usually. It’s been one day since OpenAI debuted ChatGPT Agent, which it bills as a tool that can complete a wide range of complex, multi-step tasks on

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Subaru's third EV is the Uncharted (yep) with 300 miles of range and 338 horsepower

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-14 11:00:15

Subaru just screwed up our SEO with the launch of the Uncharted, an electric crossover with up to 300 miles of range that probably has nothing to do with the video game. It uses the same E-TNGA platform as Toyota's CH-R EV and strongly resembles that model. Due to arrive next year, the 2026 Uncharted will come in two versions, both with 74.7kWh batteries. The first is a front-wheel drive version with 228 horsepower and 300 miles of range, while the second is a much grunt-ier dual-motor four whe

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Mango Health (YC W24) Is Hiring

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-14 17:39:02

If this sounds like you and you are up for the challenge in making a difference — we’d love to talk to you. We are building the world's leading AI Guide for individuals with OCD. Similar to what Headspace did for meditation apps, we want to be the ultimate resource for individuals looking to better themselves. The status quo for OCD treatment requires an ERP specialist which can run thousands of dollars. We are on a mission to democratize the tools required to enable individuals to be their own

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Best Internet Providers in Chandler, Arizona

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-14 15:33:00

What is the best internet provider in Chandler? After much research and testing, Cox comes out as the top pick for the best internet service provider for most households in Chandler. Despite not being the fastest ISP in the area, Cox still offers plenty of speed and stands head and shoulders above its fellow ISPs with its wide coverage area. Plans start at $50 a month and go up to $140 per month for the 2-gig plan. For affordable plans, consider Verizon 5G Home Internet. It offers three plans i

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Whatever You Do, Don't Become Obsessed With This Conspiracy Thriller on Netflix

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-14 16:05:38

Sometimes, the best TV shows come from unexpected places. Obviously, there were the big ones like Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones. When Vince Gilligan's drug drama ended in 2013, with HBO's landmark fantasy hit in full swing, I wondered what series would be next to capture our collective attention. It took me a few years to find my next TV obsession, which aired on an unassuming basic cable channel. The show I'm referring to was about the internet, of all things. It was created by a guy with

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It's the End of the Road for Microsoft Store Movies and TV Shows. What It Means for You

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-14 16:21:58

Microsoft is exiting the market for selling and renting TV and movies across its platforms. There was no reason given for the abrupt change, with Microsoft simply posting the news on a support page on its Xbox website. "Microsoft has stopped selling new movie and TV content. Existing customers can continue to access their previously purchased content on Windows and Xbox devices," Microsoft said in the post. The company said playback and download options will continue to be available for shows

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With her app Smash, Kesha can be whoever she wants — even a tech CEO

techcrunch.com Amanda Silberling 2026-01-14 15:00:00

Kesha – yes, brush my teeth with a bottle of Jack Kesha – is now a startup founder. But if you think her journey from raunchy pop star to CEO is unexpected, then you haven’t been paying attention. Kesha has always embraced contradictions. She exploded onto the pop scene in 2010 with irreverent ear candy like “Blah Blah Blah” and “TiK ToK,” stylizing her name with a dollar sign despite throwing shade at the egregious wealth of Hollywood. She didn’t let people dismiss her as a one-dimensional, gl

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The best MagSafe accessories of 2025 for your new iPhone

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2026-01-15 03:13:00

Anker's MagGo 3-1 Wireless Charging Station for iPhone is still a wireless charging dream almost seven months after my initial purchase, and it's also ZDNET's pick for best wireless charger. This MagSafe charger features 15W charging, offers a stand component for my iPhone, charges all of my Apple devices at once, and folds up easily for quick transport and storage. It also comes with a wall adapter, which isn't always a guarantee. Also: I found a Qi2 charging station that can do it all (and Ap

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Local cuisine was on the menu at Cafe Neanderthal

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-01-15 02:46:48

Sixty thousand years ago, two groups of Neanderthals lived just a stone’s throw apart in what’s now northern Israel. But they had very different cultures when it came to food, according to a recent study. Archaeologist Anaëlle Jallon of Hebrew University of Jerusalem and her colleagues examined dozens of animal bones from both sites, looking for clues about Neanderthal meal prep. It turns out that something as mundane as the cut marks left by butchering an animal can reveal differences in ancien

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How China’s Patriotic ‘Honkers’ Became the Nation’s Elite Cyberspies

wired.com Kim Zetter 2026-01-15 02:28:07

In the summer of 2005, Tan Dailin was a 20-year-old grad student at Sichuan University of Science and Engineering when he came to the attention of the People’s Liberation Army of China. Tan was part of a burgeoning hacker community known as the Honkers—teens and twentysomethings in late-’90s and early-’00s China who formed groups like the Green Army and Evil Octal and launched patriotic cyberattacks against Western targets they deemed disrespectful to China. The attacks were low-sophistication—

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With her app Smash, Kesha can be whoever she wants – even a tech CEO

techcrunch.com Amanda Silberling 2026-01-15 03:00:00

Kesha – yes, brush my teeth with a bottle of Jack Kesha – is now a startup founder. But if you think her journey from raunchy pop star to CEO is unexpected, then you haven’t been paying attention. Kesha has always embraced contradictions. She exploded onto the pop scene in 2010 with irreverent ear candy like “Blah Blah Blah” and “TiK ToK,” stylizing her name with a dollar sign despite throwing shade at the egregious wealth of Hollywood. She didn’t let people dismiss her as a one-dimensional, gl

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How China’s Patriotic ‘Honkers’ Became the Nation’s Elite Cyber Spies

wired.com Kim Zetter 2026-01-15 08:28:07

In the summer of 2005, Tan Dailin was a 20-year-old grad student at Sichuan University of Science and Engineering when he came to the attention of the People’s Liberation Army of China. Tan was part of a burgeoning hacker community known as the Honkers—teens and twentysomethings in late-’90s and early-’00s China who formed groups like the Green Army and Evil Octal and launched patriotic cyberattacks against Western targets they deemed disrespectful to China. The attacks were low-sophistication—

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Scientists prove Android Earthquake Alerts system actually works pretty well

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-15 12:38:27

Google TL;DR Google’s Android Earthquake Alerts system crowdsources data from smartphone accelerometers to detect seismic activity. The system has detected over 18,000 earthquakes and alerted millions across nearly 100 countries. Users receive crucial seconds of warning, enabling them to take protective action before shaking begins. Google introduced Earthquake Alerts for Android devices back in 2020, and expanded the feature to cover all US states in September 2024. More recently, Google al

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WhatsApp should prepare to stop operating in Russia, official says

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-15 12:00:44

A Russian lawmaker who regulates the IT industry said WhatsApp should prepare to stop offering its services in the country. Anton Gorelkin, the deputy head of the lower house of parliament's IT committee, said that it's very likely that WhatsApp will be placed on a list of restricted software, as Reuters reports. WhatsApp owner Meta is designated as an extremist organisation in Russia, which has banned Facebook and Instagram since 2022. This week, President Vladimir Putin issued a directive for

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‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Exec Producer Confirms Identity of Rhys Darby’s Character

gizmodo.com Cheryl Eddy 2026-01-15 12:30:16

It’s very common for TV cast and crew to do spoiler-y interviews that run after a certain episode airs to address standout moments. Andor did it after Bix’s big shocker; The Last of Us did it after Joel’s big shocker; the Severance gang did it pretty much weekly throughout season two’s many big shockers. But what’s not ideal is when a showrunner type has to clarify something from an episode that… wasn’t made clear by said episode. That happened this week on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. The se

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Lettuce Grow Indoor Farmstand Review: Grow Your Own

wired.com Kat Merck 2026-01-15 12:00:00

Upon receiving the Lettuce Grow Indoor Farmstand in the mail, I did not expect that I’d be enjoying some tea before I’d even unwrapped all the parts. “Is that … Zooey Deschanel? With a Dollar Tree Property Brother?” my husband asked, peering over my shoulder as I unpacked various tubes and parts. And indeed, among the boxes was a glossy handout of a slightly younger-looking Zooey, standing with a man who did vaguely resemble her current husband, Jonathan Scott, of Property Brothers fame. Turns

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'Happy Gilmore 2' Is Coming, but the Original 'Happy Gilmore' Is About to Exit Netflix

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-15 16:00:08

The biggest original film to arrive on Netflix this July is undoubtedly Happy Gilmore 2. The Adam Sandler sequel has been 30 years in the making and marks the return of one of his most iconic characters, Happy Gilmore, a Boston Bruins-obsessed hockey fan who turns his mean slapshot into a professional golf career. Happy Gilmore 2 is set to premiere on Netflix on July 25, and features most of the original film's cast; Sandler is joined by Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, Dennis Dugan and Ben S

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Latest Tech News

I ditched my Bluetooth speakers for this slick turntable - and it's more practical than I thought

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Twelve South’s travel-friendly 2-in-1 Qi2 charger is over 50 percent off right now

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I sent ChatGPT Agent out to shop for me

Subaru's third EV is the Uncharted (yep) with 300 miles of range and 338 horsepower

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Best Internet Providers in Chandler, Arizona

Whatever You Do, Don't Become Obsessed With This Conspiracy Thriller on Netflix

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With her app Smash, Kesha can be whoever she wants — even a tech CEO

The best MagSafe accessories of 2025 for your new iPhone

Local cuisine was on the menu at Cafe Neanderthal

How China’s Patriotic ‘Honkers’ Became the Nation’s Elite Cyberspies

With her app Smash, Kesha can be whoever she wants – even a tech CEO

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Lettuce Grow Indoor Farmstand Review: Grow Your Own

'Happy Gilmore 2' Is Coming, but the Original 'Happy Gilmore' Is About to Exit Netflix

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