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Can a Linux laptop replace my MacBook? This one is off to a good start

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-01-24 12:45:12

ZDNET's key takeaways The Tuxedo Computers InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen 9 is available now on the official site for around $1,137. This laptop outperformed my expectations in every way, with a powerful CPU and a gorgeous display. It's manufactured in Europe, so use caution when selecting your keyboard during the order process. View now at Tuxedo Computers I love a good laptop or desktop that comes pre-installed with Linux. It's even better when said hardware is equal parts beauty and power. When G

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How passkeys work: Going passwordless with public key cryptography

zdnet.com David Berlind 2026-01-24 17:00:00

Vitalii Gulenok/Getty Images For the last five years, the FIDO Alliance -- led by Apple, Microsoft, and Google (with other companies in tow) -- has been blazing a trail toward a future where passwords are no longer necessary in order to login to our favorite websites and apps. This so-called passwordless future is based on a new form of login credential known as the passkey, which itself is largely based on another technology -- public key cryptography -- that's been around for decades. Why t

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This $210 Android tablet feels just like my Surface Pro - and the battery is just as good

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-01-26 15:41:00

ZDNET's key takeaways Tabwee's 10-inch tablet with Android 15 is available on Amazon for $210. It features a large 5,000mAh battery for decent runtime, and comes with a folio case, keyboard, stylus, and a mouse. The hardware has its limitations for more demanding tasks. $219.99 at Amazon It amazes me just how much bang for your buck you can get if you choose an Android tablet over an iPad these days. While the cheapest new iPad will set you back at least $300, you can get some absolutely amaz

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The Most Accurate Way to Play Game Boy Games Is Available Again, but There’s a Catch

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2026-01-26 15:17:55

ModRetro's Chromatic Game Boy handheld, made by arms dealer Palmer Luckey, now comes in ‘drone strike purple.’ Palmer Luckey, the man who took a career crafting VR headsets and turned it into a company that sells weapons of war to the U.S. military, also makes a Game Boy-like handheld. The ModRetro Chromatic, designed to play old Game Boy cartridges, has proved incredibly popular. Now, the handheld, in all its original colorways, is back after a year of unavailability, but with a few changes.

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Gboard could return to basics with a numpad-inspired layout for certain languages (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-01-27 11:56:54

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on a compact keyboard layout as part of Gboard for typing in Hindi. This new layout places characters from the Hindi alphabet across a grid of ten buttons. Each button can hold up to five characters, which can be inserted by swiping in their respective directions. Google has been working to bring several new changes to the Gboard app on Android, empowering it with more AI chops. More recently, we’ve learned about a new, more concise

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How passkeys work: Let's start the passkey registration process

zdnet.com David Berlind 2026-01-27 12:00:00

Photoraidz/Getty Images Previously on our passkey journey, I talked about the challenge of figuring out if a relying party -- typically, the operator of a website or app -- even offers the ability to sign in with a passkey instead of the more traditional and less secure username and password-based approach. Some of the biggest relying parties in the world -- including Apple, Google, and Microsoft -- support passkeys as a means of passwordless authentication. Together, these tech giants can int

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FOKS: Federated Open Key Service

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-27 20:49:21

A Simple Key Hierarchy To power applications like the Git and KV-Store shown above, FOKS needs a shared symmetric key for all readers and writers of the data, available only to the authorized devices, teams users and keys that the authors specify. FOKS achieves this natural application requirement with a simple key hierarchy. Everything starts with base-level keys, like user device keys, backup keys, or YubiKeys. Device keys are generated on user devices and never leave the machine they are ge

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Trump Wants Border Surveillance Towers That Only Palmer Luckey Can Build

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2026-01-28 04:35:56

Part of Donald Trump’s One Big, Beautiful Bill—the massive spending bill that will make permanent tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans while gutting social services like Medicaid—calls for new surveillance towers for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to use on the northern and southern borders. That’s pretty standard procedure, except for one catch that The Intercept picked up on: the description of the project basically only fits the work of Palmer Luckey’s Anduril Industries. The provision

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The Naya Create modular keyboard is now available for purchase

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-28 15:39:46

The Naya Create modular keyboard is now available for general purchase after being an exclusive for Kickstarter backers. It features a split hinge design that lets users adjust each half independently to support a natural wrist posture and to reduce arm pronation. Split designs are not uncommon, as there are several on our list of the best ergonomic keyboards, but the assistive features don't stop there. The columnar-staggered key layout positions have been manufactured to align with natural fi

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How passkeys work: Your passwordless journey begins here

zdnet.com David Berlind 2026-01-28 20:23:00

CollinsChin/Getty Images Over the last few decades, compromised usernames and passwords have typically been at the root of some of the most sensational, damaging, and costly data breaches. An incessant drumbeat of advice about how to choose and use strong passwords and how not to fall prey to social engineering attacks has done little to keep threat actors at bay. Additional factors of authentication, such as the transmission of one-time passwords or passcodes (OTPs) over SMS or email, are wid

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FOKS: The Federated Open Key Service

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-01-28 20:49:21

A Simple Key Hierarchy To power applications like the Git and KV-Store shown above, FOKS needs a shared symmetric key for all readers and writers of the data, available only to the authorized devices, teams users and keys that the authors specify. FOKS achieves this natural application requirement with a simple key hierarchy. Everything starts with base-level keys, like user device keys, backup keys, or YubiKeys. Device keys are generated on user devices and never leave the machine they are ge

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The ModRetro Chromatic Is a Game Boy Fit for Your Apocalypse Bunker

wired.com Boone Ashworth 2026-01-29 00:00:44

It took just 24 hours for the ModRetro Chromatic to sell out when it launched December 2024. An unapologetic Game Boy clone packaged in a slick, tough new shell, it delivered the perfect dose of gaming nostalgia alongside a few modern upgrades. Keen to build on that success, ModRetro has revamped production efforts and rejiggered its supply chain to make sure the Chromatic can stand the test of time. Now, the snazzy, geeky gadget is available for sale again—this time with new features, new games

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Our favorite desk accessories for Prime Day

theverge.com Verge Staff 2026-01-29 00:00:00

What you have on your desk and in your workspace at home can reveal a lot about you: how you work, what you like to distract yourself with, what kind of toys and other tchotchkes you like to have around you. That is why we have the What’s On Your Desk? series, where we look at how some of our coworkers organize their spaces. It gives us — and you, our readers — a glimpse into the personality of the folks who work here. Out of curiosity, we took a look at some of our past articles to see if any

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Nintendo created Donkey Kong’s biggest adventure by breaking everything

theverge.com Ash Parrish 2026-01-29 15:00:00

is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities. The creation of Donkey Kong Bananza started with destruction. “What we were really going for was this gameplay experience that comes from destruction,” Bananza director Kazuya Takahashi says in an interview with The Verge. From that simple premise, Bananza’s creators have built an entire game about breaking stuff. Bananza

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How passkeys work: Do your favorite sites even support passkeys?

zdnet.com David Berlind 2026-01-30 08:00:00

Adam Smigielski/Getty Images Over the last few decades, compromised usernames and passwords have typically been at the root of some of the most sensational, damaging, and costly data breaches. An incessant drumbeat of advice about how to choose and use strong passwords and how not to fall prey to social engineering attacks has done little to keep threat actors at bay. Additional factors of authentication, such as the transmission of one-time passwords or passcodes (OTPs) over SMS or email, are

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Microsoft's 12-inch Surface Pro improves on its best traits - and it's already on sale

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-02-02 03:15:13

ZDNET's key takeaways The 12-inch Microsoft Surface Pro is on sale now at Amazon for $699 for the 256GB option, and $799 for the 512GB. The 12-inch version is exceedingly thin and light with a fast-charging battery, and the refreshed form factor looks more premium. The 256GB of storage is not enough for a device at this price point, and the cost adds up quickly, as the keyboard, mouse, and even the power adapter are sold separately. View now at Amazon The Microsoft Surface 12-inch Surface Pro

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How passkeys work: The complete guide to your inevitable passwordless future

zdnet.com David Berlind 2026-02-02 03:00:14

Owaki - Kulla/Getty Images I've been writing a lot about passkeys recently -- and with good reason. This year, some of the world's largest technology companies are doubling down on efforts to convince their billions of global users to start using passkeys instead of passwords when signing into websites, apps, and other services. Passwords versus passkeys How passkeys work Do your favorite sites even support passkeys? Join us on a typical passkey journey from discovery to registration to authe

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My favorite AirTag wallet alternative is lightweight, super thin, and on sale now

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-02-03 10:47:30

ZDNET's key takeaways KeySmart's SmartCard is available on Amazon for $40 (3-pack for $90). It's super thin, has a wireless rechargeable battery, and is IPX7-rated. It needs to be recharged every 5 months or so. View now at Amazon Save 25% on the KeySmart SmartCard during Amazon Prime Day. Just be sure to apply the on-page coupon to get the SmartCard for $30 (save $10). 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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Nothing Phone (3) review

techcrunch.com Ivan Mehta 2026-02-04 05:38:27

Carl Pei led electronics manufacturer OnePlus from being a scrappy brand for tech enthusiasts offering affordable phones to one that produces multiple lines of devices, including flagship phones that challenge Samsung and Apple. He is running a similar playbook with Nothing, a five-year-old, venture-backed hardware startup that just launched its most ambitious device, the Phone (3), earlier this month. The phone, priced at $799, is intended to compete with devices from Samsung and Apple. While

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This portable workstation keeps me productive on the go - and it's half off

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-02-04 22:10:18

ZDNET's key takeaways The CaseUp Combo includes ProtoArc's wireless keyboard, mouse, and laptop stand for $50 on ProtoArc's site. The ease of use and transport make this a solid option for improving your hybrid and remote work setup. However, the mouse, while comfortable, might be too small for some people. View now at ProtoArc There is no shortage of wireless keyboards, portable monitors, and laptop mounts on the market. Remote work demands new use cases from tech to get our work done, and l

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I never leave home without this viral USB-C key ring accessory, and it's on sale for $20

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2026-02-06 10:32:25

ZDNET's key takeaways Nomad's ChargeKey V2 is on sale for $25 each. This version of the handy accessory provides charging speeds up to 240W for laptops and data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps. However, some may find its short length too restrictive. $25 at Nomad Nomad's ChargeKey V2 is on sale for 20% off during the brand's anniversary sale. Grab it right now for $20. As often as I rely on USB-C cables to charge my devices or help with work, I hardly think about them. My mindset has been that

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Crypto 101 – Introductory course on cryptography (2017)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-06 23:09:42

Comes with everything you need to understand complete systems such as SSL/TLS: block ciphers, stream ciphers, hash functions, message authentication codes, public key encryption, key agreement protocols, and signature algorithms. Learn by doing. Learn how to exploit common cryptographic flaws, armed with nothing but a little time and your favorite programming language. Forge administrator cookies, recover passwords, and even backdoor your own random number generator.

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Crypto 101 – Introductory course on cryptography

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-07 05:09:42

Comes with everything you need to understand complete systems such as SSL/TLS: block ciphers, stream ciphers, hash functions, message authentication codes, public key encryption, key agreement protocols, and signature algorithms. Learn by doing. Learn how to exploit common cryptographic flaws, armed with nothing but a little time and your favorite programming language. Forge administrator cookies, recover passwords, and even backdoor your own random number generator.

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I extracted the safety filters from Apple Intelligence models

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-07 09:50:02

Decrypted Generative Model safety files for Apple Intelligence containing filters Structure decrypted_overrides/ : Contains decrypted overrides for various models. com.apple.*/ : Directory named using the Asset Specifier assosciated with the safety info Info.plist : Contains metadata for the override AssetData/ : Contains the decrypted JSON files : Contains decrypted overrides for various models. get_key_lldb.py : Script to get the encryption key (see usage info below) : Script to get the en

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How to Use Voice Typing on Your Phone

wired.com David Nield 2026-02-07 10:00:00

With the rise of AI assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Gemini, we’re all now well used to talking to our gadgets. But what you might not realize is that you can actually talk to type anywhere that a text-input box pops up. This can come in handy in a variety of situations—perhaps you’ve got your hands full of groceries, or you’re holding onto a subway rail. Maybe your phone is out of reach, or the screen’s cracked and keyboard doesn’t work as well as it should. Or maybe being hunched over a tiny

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WinUAE 6 Amiga Emulator

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-07 06:13:55

Major update to custom chipset emulation. Internally almost everything in main chipset emulation has been rewritten. Fastest possible/JIT mode chipset timing/sync had major changes which can cause side-effects. Bugs are very possible, especially in very rarely used features. Custom chipset rewrite Custom chipset emulation (Agnus/Alice and Denise/Lisa) almost completely rewritten. Almost every part of chipset emulation is now internally cycle accurate. Custom chipset Denise/Lisa emulation is

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My favorite AirTag wallet alternative is tough and super thin - and it's on sale with an exclusive code

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-02-07 04:35:54

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

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Microsoft Is Eliminating Passwords in August: Here's What You Need to Do to Prepare

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-08 18:40:19

In June, Microsoft Authenticator stopped letting users create new passwords. In July, it turned off the autofill password function. And in August, the login app will stop supporting passwords entirely, moving to more secure passkeys, such as a PIN, fingerprint or facial recognition. Attila Tomaschek, CNET's software senior writer and digital security expert, says that passkeys are a safer alternative to the risky password habits practiced by 49% of US adults, according to a recent survey by CNE

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This $120 Android tablet proves you don't need to spend hundreds for a mobile entertainment device

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-02-09 22:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways A fantastic Android 15 tablet that you can now pick up for only $120 It features a large 5,000mAh battery that gives this a decent runtime. Comes with a folio case, keyboard, stylus, and even a mouse. $219.99 at Amazon It amazes me just how much bang for your buck you can get if you choose an Android tablet over an iPad these days. While the cheapest new iPad will set you back at least $300, you can get some absolutely amazing deals if you're happy to go with Android. A

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Next month, saved passwords will no longer be in Microsoft’s Authenticator app

news.ycombinator.com See Full Bio 2026-02-09 22:31:32

Starting this month, you'll no longer be able to use Microsoft Authenticator's autofill password function, a move the company is making to transition from passwords to passkeys. Last month, Microsoft stopped letting you save new passwords in the app. Next month is the biggest change, all your saved passwords will no longer be in the Authenticator app. You'll have to use passkeys instead -- such as a PIN, fingerprint or facial recognition. Attila Tomaschek, CNET's software senior writer and dig

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Can a Linux laptop replace my MacBook? This one is off to a good start

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This $210 Android tablet feels just like my Surface Pro - and the battery is just as good

The Most Accurate Way to Play Game Boy Games Is Available Again, but There’s a Catch

Gboard could return to basics with a numpad-inspired layout for certain languages (APK teardown)

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Nintendo created Donkey Kong’s biggest adventure by breaking everything

How passkeys work: Do your favorite sites even support passkeys?

Microsoft's 12-inch Surface Pro improves on its best traits - and it's already on sale

How passkeys work: The complete guide to your inevitable passwordless future

My favorite AirTag wallet alternative is lightweight, super thin, and on sale now

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This portable workstation keeps me productive on the go - and it's half off

I never leave home without this viral USB-C key ring accessory, and it's on sale for $20

Crypto 101 – Introductory course on cryptography (2017)

Crypto 101 – Introductory course on cryptography

I extracted the safety filters from Apple Intelligence models

How to Use Voice Typing on Your Phone

WinUAE 6 Amiga Emulator

My favorite AirTag wallet alternative is tough and super thin - and it's on sale with an exclusive code

Microsoft Is Eliminating Passwords in August: Here's What You Need to Do to Prepare

This $120 Android tablet proves you don't need to spend hundreds for a mobile entertainment device

Next month, saved passwords will no longer be in Microsoft’s Authenticator app

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