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Homeowner baffled after washing machine uses 3.6GB of internet data a day (2024)

news.ycombinator.com Alice Gibbs 2025-10-02 23:24:33

A tech-savvy San Francisco resident has sparked conversation online after he shared a perplexing discovery about his LG washing machine's seemingly voracious appetite for data on X (formerly Twitter). In a post with more than 7 million views, Johnie Lee shared a screenshot of his machine's data usage, which showed around 3.6GB of daily data usage. For context, 3GB of data is the rough equivalent of streaming high-definition video for an hour on a device. A spokesperson for LG told Newsweek: "L

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12 Kitchen Items That Your Dishwasher Will Destroy

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-06 00:32:00

Whether you're breaking in a new dishwasher or you're a veteran of automated cleaning, the urge to cram everything inside and hit start is real. Hold up before you toss every utensil and blade onto those racks. Those scorching temperatures and intense wash cycles can wreak havoc on your best kitchen gear. Think warping, rust, cracks, and dull edges -- even items marked "dishwasher-safe" aren't immune. Yes, that means some of your most expensive tools are at risk too. So before you run that nex

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For all that's holy, can you just leverage the Web, please?

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-08 15:29:42

When I moved in with my wife Laura in 2005, we lived in a shared apartment in Barcelona that had an ancient washing machine that was just there already, no idea who initially bought it. I managed to break the washing machine door's closing mechanism some time in 2006, so for a few weeks, whenever we did the washing, we had to lean a chair against the door so it wouldn't open. At the time, we were both students and living on a small budget. Eventually, later in the same year, we bought an Electr

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Best Washing Machines for Your Home in 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-15 23:48:00

It's not always about the features that you most regularly use, but about having features available that you might sometimes need to use. If available features are driving your comparative shopping experience for washing machines, GE offers a top-tier, front-loading model with consistent customer satisfaction and just about every available add-on. While it is more expensive than the models listed above, it's less expensive than other models that offer as many features as it does. This washing m

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780,000 Ryobi Pressure Washers Recalled Due to Explosion Risk

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-17 10:40:00

Owning a pressure washer can seem like a boon for homeowners wanting to clean decks, driveways and other outdoor surfaces. But if you own one, check the brand and model immediately: around 780,000 Ryobi-branded pressure washers sold at Home Depot and other US and Canadian retailers are being recalled. The hazard is serious, according to a notice posted Thursday by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. "The pressure washer's capacitor can overheat and burst, causing parts to be forcefully ejec

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This ‘Training Day’ Meme Is Getting Me Through the Collapse of American Democracy

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2025-11-22 05:20:13

The U.S. isn’t doing very well right now. The nation’s capital is under military occupation, the president is pursuing a campaign of retribution against his political enemies, and the wealthiest people in the country have suddenly embraced government ownership of their companies if it means they don’t have to pay more in taxes. But through it all, we still have our memes, the true opiate of the masses. And the latest meme that I can’t get enough of involves audio from an old movie, cute dogs, a

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How to Wash a Heated Blanket Safely

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-18 14:08:00

Crawling into a warm bed after a long, hard day is hard to beat, but it isn't always a given. As we work our way towards the fall, you're probably already looking forward to getting your electric heated blanket out of the closet. And if you don't already own one, now is the time to start shopping for one. But like other blankets, they do need some upkeep -- and things get more complicated when there is electricity involved. One obvious question has probably already sprung to mind. Whether you'r

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China claims Nvidia built backdoor into H20 chip designed for Chinese market

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-01-12 14:28:28

Beijing has summoned Nvidia over alleged security issues with its chips, in a blow to the US company’s push to revive sales in the country after Washington granted approval for the export of a made-for-China chip. China’s cyber regulator on Thursday said it had held a meeting with Nvidia over what it called “serious security issues” with the company’s artificial intelligence chips. It said US AI experts had “revealed that Nvidia’s computing chips have location tracking and can remotely shut dow

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DOGE is reportedly pushing an AI tool that would put half of all federal regulations on a 'delete list'

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-18 17:20:54

According to a report from The Washington Post, DOGE is using an AI tool to analyze federal regulations and determine which to get rid of. A DOGE PowerPoint presentation obtained by the publication notes that its "AI Solution" — reportedly called the DOGE AI Deregulation Decision Tool — found that 100,000 out of over 200,000 regulations "can be deleted." The document sets a September 1 goal deadline for agencies to complete their own deregulation lists using the tool, which it says can be done i

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Hidden Sensors Reveal Filthy Truth About Handwashing in Hospital Bathrooms

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2026-02-02 04:15:51

Here’s something that will make you lose just a bit more faith in humanity—or at least reach for some hand wipes. New research shows that even in hospitals, a substantial number of people aren’t bothering to wash their hands. Scientists from the University of Surrey in England led the study, installing sensors near hospital toilet and sink pipes to keep track of people’s handwashing. Nearly half of toilet users skipped the sink after flushing, they found. The researchers say more effective stra

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Travel Mugs, Nonstick Pans and More Items That Don't Belong in the Dishwasher

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-21 02:54:00

Whether you're learning the ropes of a brand-new dishwasher or you've been hands-free dishwashing for years, it's tempting to load it up and let it rip. It's summer -- you've got better things to do than babysit a sink full of dirty silverware. But before you start stacking every spatula and chef's knife onto the racks, take a beat. Your dishwasher's high heat and aggressive cycles can do more harm than good to certain kitchen tools. Warping, rusting, cracking and dulling are all fair game -- e

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Microsoft layoffs hit 830 workers in home state of Washington

cnbc.com Jordan Novet 2026-03-05 23:42:39

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella speaks at the Axel Springer building in Berlin on Oct. 17, 2023. He received the annual Axel Springer Award. Among the thousands of Microsoft employees who lost their jobs in the cutbacks announced this week were 830 staffers in the company's home state of Washington. Nearly a dozen game design workers in the state were part of the layoffs, along with three audio designers, two mechanical engineers, one optical engineer and one lab technician, according to a documen

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Greenworks Electric Pressure Washer Combo Kit for 55% Off Is Listed in Best Buy’s Top Deals for 4th of July

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2026-03-07 14:10:09

If you’re tired of scrubbing your patio furniture by hand, using half a bottle of detergent just to clean your car, or watching mildew slowly take over your driveway, it might be time to bring in some backup. Pressure washers are one of those things that, when you first use one, you see exactly why they’re so useful. But unfortunately, they can also be quite expensive. That’s why if you plan on getting one, you should make sure you can save some significant money. You can get the Greenworks Ele

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11 Things I'll Never Put in the Dishwasher Again (and Neither Should You)

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

Whether you're breaking in a brand-new dishwasher or you've been riding the sudsy automation wave for years, the temptation is real: Just toss it all in and let the machine handle the mess. After all, it's summer -- you've got better things to do than stand over the sink scrubbing spoons. But before you go loading up the racks with wild abandon, it's worth hitting pause. Not everything is built to survive your dishwasher's steamy rinse cycle or turbo-charged dry. In fact, plenty of common kitch

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It's Tempting, But Please Don't Put These 11 Things in Your Dishwasher

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-16 16:35:00

Whether you're the proud new owner of your first dishwasher or something of an automated cleaning aficionado, it's tempting to toss everything in there. With the summer months now here, you've more fun things to do than handwash things, right? But it's important to take a moment and consider whether the dishwasher's fierce cycles and scalding hot water are suited to all of your cookware, glassware and utensils. Putting the wrong items into even the best dishwasher can cause havoc, often wrecking

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Philips’ new ambient wall light is now available

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2026-04-03 20:06:00

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Signify has officially announced its new Philips Hue Play Wall Washer light, which was previously leaked by Amazon UK earlier this month. The company has also launched its new Philips Hue AI assistant in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, with a broader global release expected by the end of August. Available now in Europe, the US, and Can

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Tanks, guns and face-painting

theverge.com Tina Nguyen 2026-04-06 20:36:29

Of all the jarring things I’ve witnessed on the National Mall, nothing will beat the image of the first thing I saw after I cleared security at the Army festival: a child, sitting at the controls of an M119A3 Howitzer, being instructed by a soldier on how to aim it, as his red-hatted parents took a photo with the Washington Monument in the background. The primary stated reason for the Grand Military Parade is to celebrate the US Army’s 250th birthday. The second stated reason is to use the even

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Best Internet Providers in Washington, DC

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-04-11 12:50:00

What is the best internet provider in Washington, DC? Whether you've lived in Washington, DC for a while or are moving into the area, there are plenty of choices to explore. The three that stand out are Xfinity, Astound Broadband and Verizon Fios -- although wireless internet from regional ISPs like Starry Internet, DC Access and T-Mobile's 5G are also a good shout. But which comes out on top? CNET recommends Verizon Fios as the best internet provider in Washington, DC -- namely for its top sp

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Horror game Mouthwashing will land on consoles later this year

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-10 18:48:17

Indie horror game Mouthwashing is making the leap to consoles. Developer Wrong Organ shared today that its creepy creation will be available on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch later this year. As well as appearing in the digital storefronts, the console versions will get a physical release and additional merch courtesy of Fangamer. This is one of many truly excellent horror games that debuted in 2024. Mouthwashing harkens back to the low-poly look of games from the early

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Latest Tech News

Homeowner baffled after washing machine uses 3.6GB of internet data a day (2024)

12 Kitchen Items That Your Dishwasher Will Destroy

For all that's holy, can you just leverage the Web, please?

Best Washing Machines for Your Home in 2025

780,000 Ryobi Pressure Washers Recalled Due to Explosion Risk

This ‘Training Day’ Meme Is Getting Me Through the Collapse of American Democracy

How to Wash a Heated Blanket Safely

China claims Nvidia built backdoor into H20 chip designed for Chinese market

DOGE is reportedly pushing an AI tool that would put half of all federal regulations on a 'delete list'

Hidden Sensors Reveal Filthy Truth About Handwashing in Hospital Bathrooms

Travel Mugs, Nonstick Pans and More Items That Don't Belong in the Dishwasher

Microsoft layoffs hit 830 workers in home state of Washington

Greenworks Electric Pressure Washer Combo Kit for 55% Off Is Listed in Best Buy’s Top Deals for 4th of July

11 Things I'll Never Put in the Dishwasher Again (and Neither Should You)

It's Tempting, But Please Don't Put These 11 Things in Your Dishwasher

Philips’ new ambient wall light is now available

Tanks, guns and face-painting

Best Internet Providers in Washington, DC

Horror game Mouthwashing will land on consoles later this year

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