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Arc B580 surprises in content creation review: Intel's 12GB GPU is more than a match for the competition but driver issues dampened my enthusiasm

Intel's new Arc B580 "Battlemage" GPU competes well, but driver issues hold it back.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

This futuristic portable battery kept my home running during an outage, with plenty of power to spare

Whether you need a portable battery for camping, emergency backup, or your garage tools, EcoFlow's new Delta Pro 3 battery generator can do it all.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Cerebrum: Simulate and infer synaptic connectivity in large-scale brain networks

Article URL: https://svbrain.xyz/2024/12/20/cerebrum Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42503696 Points: 63 # Comments: 52

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

5 great free movies to watch on Christmas

Our picks for great free movies to watch on Christmas include a pair of delightful rom-coms, a spin on a classic, and an adult comedy.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

5 great classic movies to watch on Christmas

These Christmas movies are a reminder that there are plenty of classics that still hold up decades later.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

Best Internet Providers in North Dakota

The Peace Garden State boasts fast local and national internet providers. Here are our top picks for North Dakota.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

The best phones for battery life in 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

After extensive hands-on testing of dozens of phones this year, these stand out as the best for battery life -- while also delivering impressive cameras, sleek designs, and strong overall performance.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

OpenAI β€˜considered’ building a humanoid robot: Report

OpenAI has recently explored building its own humanoid robot, according to The Information. The report cites β€œtwo people with direct knowledge” of those conversations. The ChatGPT maker has been involved in the space for some time now, by way of financial backing. It has thus far invested in Figure and 1X, along with the β€œgeneral […] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

The promise and perils of synthetic data

Is it possible for an AI to be trained just on data generated by another AI? It might sound like a harebrained idea. But it’s one that’s been around for quite some time β€” and as new, real data is increasingly hard to come by, it’s been gaining traction. Anthropic used some synthetic data to […] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

The Godfather Part II at 50: Is this movie the greatest sequel ever made?

Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather Part II hit theaters 50 years ago this month and set a high standard for every sequel that followed.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Digital Trends favicon Digital Trends

There’s a reason Metaphor: ReFantanzio’s battle music sounds as cool as it does

Image: Atlus Metaphor: ReFantanzio is one of 2024’s best games racking up a stack of Game Awards including best RPG, best art direction, and best narrative. But one category in which Metaphor particularly stood out was its music. The soundtrack, produced by Shoji Meguro – the long-time music director of the Persona series, is one of the outstanding achievements in video game music this year, particularly its battle...

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

The Coziest TV Shows to Binge This Winter Season

Looking for a new comfort show? Curl up with a blanket and relax with our sleep and wellness experts' favorites.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

How to watch Blink Twice: ZoΓ« Kravitzs directorial debut is headed to Prime Video

ZoΓ« Kravitz's directorial debut "Blink Twice" is expanding its streaming from MGM+ to Prime Video on Jan 21. Here are the best streaming deals.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Last-minute gifting alert: DoorDash, Regal, and other gift cards are 15% off at Best Buy today

Best Buy has select gift cards on sale for 15% off on Dec. 24 as a Bonus Deal of the Day. Choose from DoorDash, Regal, Panera Bread, and more.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

One of my favorite open-ear headphones just hit an all-time low price

Shokz' OpenFit Air earbuds improve on the previous model with new colors and a comfortable, lightweight design. And now they're available for less than $100.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Best iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max Cases of 2024

These covers won't just protect your phone from damage but will also enhance the overall look and feel.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Kobo’s Elipsa 2E, an excellent e-reader for taking notes, is down to its best price

Kobo’s Elipsa 2E is a good e-reader that offers an intuitive note-taking experience. | Image: Kobo Amazon might have released a new Kindle Scribe earlier this month for $399.99, but after testing it, I still don’t think it can compete with its rivals. If you’re looking for a good e-reader with more useful note-taking capabilities, the Kobo Elipsa 2E is still one of my favorites, and it’s down to an all-time low of...

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Game of the Year, Astro Bot, just hit an all-time low price

As of Dec. 24, 'Astro Bot' for PlayStation 5 has hit an all-time low price. It won Game of the Year at the 2024 Game Awards, so don't miss it while you can get it on sale (just $49.97, $10.02 off).

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

One of the loudest Bluetooth speakers I've tested is also one of the most affordable

If you just want big sound, the Treblab HD77 is a durable Bluetooth speaker that's right up your alley. Amazon is offering a 20% coupon with a code and qualifying purchase.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Russia bans crypto mining in multiple regions, citing energy concerns

The Russian government has banned crypto mining in ten regions for a period of six years, according to reporting by the state-owned news agency Tass. Russia has cited the industry’s high power consumption rates as the primary reason behind the ban. Crypto is particularly power-hungry, as mining operations already account for nearly 2.5 percent of US energy use. This ban takes effect on January 1 and lasts until March...

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Amazon deal of the day: Snag the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE at its best price ever

The best Amazon deals on Dec. 24 include the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Shark FlexStyle, Sony WH-CH720N headphones, and 40-inch 2-Series Fire TV.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

How NASA Might Change Under Donald Trump

The Trump transition team is looking for β€œbig changes” at NASAβ€”including some cuts.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

Google is using Anthropic’s Claude to improve its Gemini AI

Contractors working on Google Gemini are comparing its responses to Claude's, according to internal correspondence seen by TechCrunch. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Need a new laptop? Lenovos Winter Clearance Sale is your opening

We rounded up some of the best laptop deals from Lenovo's Winter Clearance, including gaming laptops, productivity, and budget.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

I tested Samsung's 98-inch 4K QLED TV, and here's why it might be worth the $13,000

Exceptional brightness, color accuracy, and a potent AI processor make Samsung's 4K QN90D model a superb choice among supersized TVs.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

NORAD Santa tracker: When Santa takes off, how to follow the journey

The NORAD Santa tracker is live. Here's how to see where Santa is headed next.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Why The Long Kiss Goodnight is a great alt-Christmas movie

Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson are sheer perfection as an amnesiac former assassin and PI who foil a terrorist plot.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

My favorite bone conduction headphones just got a waterproof upgrade - and they're very comfortable

The Shokz OpenSwim Pro bone conduction headphones sound fantastic even when underwater. The best part is that they're on sale for the holiday season.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Watch everything this holiday season with these streaming deals starting at just $1.99

Streaming platforms are as low as $1.99 per month including Paramount+, MGM+, Starz, and more.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

FTC orders Marriott and Starwood to boost cybersecurity following major incidents

Marriott has been ordered to implement stricter security after three major data breaches.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Elon Musk’s xAI receives another $6B in funding as Grok app looms

Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, raised $6 billion, doubling its funding to $12 billion and its valuation to over $40 billion.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Flying taxi maker Lillium lays off 1,000 workers and ceases operations

Lilium, a company working on flying taxis that can take off and land vertically, has ceased operations. As TechCrunch notes, German media GrΓΌnderszene was the first publication to report that it laid off 1,000 workers a few days ago after it failed to secure more financing to continue its technology's development. Patrick Nathen, the company's co-founder, has announced that the company has stopped all operations on...

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Everything leaving Netflix in January 2025

In January 2025, 27 movies and shows are being chopping from Netflix. Here's the full list of everything leaving Netflix this month.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Surprise them with these last-minute digital gift ideas

As of Dec. 24, shop these digital last-minute gift ideas and become a holiday gifting hero.

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

VPR: Nordic's First RISC-V Processor

Article URL: https://danielmangum.com/posts/vpr-nordic-risc-v-processor/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42502658 Points: 13 # Comments: 1

Published on: December 24, 2024 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News