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5 gadgets and accessories that leveled up my gaming setup (including a surprise console)

I've rounded up my top picks for gaming gear - from keyboards and mice to monitors and consoles - to help you build the ultimate setup.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Google adds Video Overviews to NotebookLM

NotebookLM, the Google research tool that gained notoriety for its AI-generated podcasts, is introducing a feature called Video Overviews. As the name suggests, this tool automatically creates videos on requested topics and pulls data from a user's uploaded images, diagrams, quotes and documents. It's rolling out right now, but there are some caveats. These overviews are only available in English, though Google says...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Why I still recommend NordVPN to most people in 2025 - especially with the latest update

I put NordVPN through rigorous testing to evaluate its speed, security, and overall features. Here are the biggest takeaways.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Wave of condemnation after killing of Palestinian activist in West Bank

Israeli soldiers raid mourning tent after death of Awdah Hathaleen, who helped make Oscar-winning No Other LandAwdah Hathaleen, a Palestinian activist and journalist who helped make the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, has been killed during an attack by Israeli settlers in the south Hebron hills, prompting a wave of condemnation of what was described as state impunity for Israeli settler violence.A video...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

ChatGPT's Study Mode will guide students to an answer stey by step

OpenAI is rolling out a new Study Mode the company says is designed to give students a better understanding of complex topics. Like Claude's Learning Mode, which Anthropic introduced in April, Study Mode will see ChatGPT adopt a Socratic approach to conversations. Rather than answer a question outright, the chatbot will attempt to guide the user to their own solution, starting with questions that allow the system to...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

I tested the most popular robot mower on the market - and it was a $5,000 crash out

The Yarbo robot mower has some of the most potential I've seen, but it isn't without its issues.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

I replaced my Samsung OLED TV with this Sony Mini LED model for a week - and didn't regret it

Big-screen brilliance and next-level gaming make the Sony Bravia 5 a stunning Mini LED option for your home theater.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

ChatGPT’s new Study Mode is designed to help you learn, not just give answers

New set of system prompts promote understanding with guided questions, "Socratic dialogue."

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

Move over, Labubu: Pop Marts Crybaby is taking center stage

Pop Mart's Crybaby gets a ballet makeover with the new Shiny Shiny Series. Explore the tearfully chic collectibles, from plush bag charms to phone cases.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

YouTube will identify and restrict minors’ accounts with AI

YouTube will soon begin using AI-powered age estimation technology to figure out which users are under the age of 18. Starting August 13th, YouTube will detect underage users in the US based on their activity and the age of their account, allowing the platform to automatically apply restrictions. These accounts will get the same protections […]

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge

Elements of System Design

Article URL: https://github.com/jarulraj/periodic-table Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44726280 Points: 65 # Comments: 29

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

Where the I have one daughter TikTok trend came from

TikTok creator Luke Holloway transforms Tinder conversations into catchy songs, with one viral hit.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

UK to recognise Palestinian statehood in September unless Israel agrees ceasefire and two-state solution, Starmer says – as it happened

UK also demands Hamas release all hostages, disarm, sign up to a ceasefire and accept that they will play no role in the government of Gaza. This live blog is closedUK to recognise state of Palestine in September unless Israel agrees ceasefireFamine under way in Gaza, UN-backed experts sayDonald Trump is speaking now at the opening of his new golf course in Aberdeenshire. He said that as president he had β€œstopped about...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Acquisition sends thousands of Whistle pet trackers to IoT graveyard

Whistle pet monitors will stop working on August 31.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Ars Technica favicon Ars Technica

This new Contacts app update solves a problem we've all had on Android phones

If you often struggle to recall the last time you reached out to someone, Android is about to make keeping track much simpler.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

Final warning: Microsoft will delete your passwords unless you act ASAP

Microsoft Authenticator is migrating to passkeys, which means you have to act fast to save your passwords.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

5 Samsung bloatware apps you should uninstall from your Galaxy phone ASAP

Samsung phones come with a lot of preinstalled apps, most of which are likely memory hoggers for you. These five are prime examples.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: ZDNet favicon ZDNet

John Swinney urges Trump to exempt scotch whisky from 10% tariffs

First minister says there is β€˜window of opportunity’ as he holds talks with US president at Aberdeenshire golf resort Scotland’s first minister has urged Donald Trump to exempt scotch whisky from 10% tariffs as the leaders met before a lavish opening ceremony for a second golf course at the US president’s Aberdeenshire resort.John Swinney said he believed there was β€œa window of opportunity” to look at the specific...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: The Guardian World News favicon The Guardian World News

Cash App users can now pool money for group payments β€” even with non-users

Cash App's new feature lets users pool money with a group to pay for expenses like vacations and gifts.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Meta revealed what makes a VR game perfect, and it could be hinting at big hardware changes

Meta revealed the ideal VR gaming session is 20 to 40 minutes, and might have teased how its hardware will evolve next.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: TechRadar favicon TechRadar

Google’s NotebookLM rolls out Video Overviews

With this new capability, NotebookLM is taking a more visual approach to helping users understand different topics and ideas.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Home Depot has a new animatronic version of Skelly the skeleton

The Home Depot is well on its way to becoming a Spirit Halloween that also sells weed whackers. Here we are in July, and the retailer is already rolling out its Halloween product lineup. The centerpiece is the latest version of Skelly, the hardware store's viral skeleton. Meet the $279 animatronic Ultra Skelly. Given its name, you might think Ultra Skelly is even bigger than the standard 12-ft. model. But the new model...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

Data breach at Tea reportedly contains images and DMs from last week

Last week, social network Tea experienced a data breach that exposed personal information for its users. The dating safety app for women said at the time that "there is no evidence to suggest that current or additional user data was affected." However, 404 Media reports that the problem is bigger than originally stated. The site credits independent security researcher Kasra Rahjerdi, who found that content from the...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

OpenAI launches study mode for ChatGPT, turning the bot into a teacher

OpenAI unveils new Study Mode feature for ChatGPT, designed to encourage learning rather than easy answers.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Study mode

Article URL: https://openai.com/index/chatgpt-study-mode/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44725764 Points: 632 # Comments: 426

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Hacker News favicon Hacker News

ChatGPT Study Mode Aims to Circumvent the Brain Atrophy Problem With AI in Education

Study Mode won't just give students an answer -- it'll try to continue working with them to help them get to the correct conclusion.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

OpenAI launches Study Mode in ChatGPT

OpenAI's Study Mode aims to help students develop their own critical thinking skills, rather than just giving answers.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Edit and convert PDFs with ease thanks to this A$36 app

Take control of your documents with PDF Converter and Editor. Easily convert, edit, and manage PDFs with this lifetime license, now just A$36 with code SAVE20 through September 7.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

NordVPN Debuts Scam Call Protection for Android in an Effort to Help Protect You From Spam Calls

NordVPN is already a great VPN for Android, and now the company aims to warn you about spam calls on mobile devices.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Spotify hints at a more chatty voice AI interface in the future

Spotify says AI will allow for "much more interactive" consumer experiences in its app.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: TechCrunch favicon TechCrunch

Waymo Is Expanding to Dallas. Everything to Know About the Robotaxi

Public rides in Dallas are slated to begin next year. In the meantime, here's everywhere the self-driving service operates now, and where it's set to arrive in the future.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: CNET favicon CNET

Lies of P leads August’s lineup of PS Plus games

After kicking off its PS Plus 15th anniversary celebrations last month, Sony has announced the PS Plus Monthly games for August. From August 5, members of all of the service’s tiers will be able to add Lies of P (PS5, PS4), DayZ (PS4) and My Hero One’s Justice 2 (PS4) to their libraries. The headliner is undoubtedly Lies of P, the surprisingly great Pinocchio-flavored soulslike from 2023. South Korea-based studio...

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Engadget favicon Engadget

The Pandemic Appears to Have Accelerated Brain Aging, Even in People Who Never Got Covid

Stress, isolation, and uncertainty appear to have caused the brain to age quicker for those who lived through the crisis.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Wired favicon Wired

The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro is a sweet back-to-school deal at only $210

The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro is on sale for just $209.99 at Amazon as a back to school deal.

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: Mashable favicon Mashable

Google’s NotebookLM can now make narrated slideshows with AI

Google’s NotebookLM is getting a new Video Overviews feature that uses AI to create slideshows with narration. The feature is rolling out now in English, and Google says that support for β€œmore languages” is coming soon. β€œYou can think of these as a visual alternative to Audio Overviews: the AI host creates new visuals to […]

Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source: The Verge favicon The Verge