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OpenAI brings GPT-4o back online after users melt down over the new model
Following the rollout of OpenAI's latest GPT-5 model earlier this week, a certain user base was adamantly calling for the return of the previous GPT-4o model. Outspoken users complained about the writing quality of the updated model, with some even going so far as to grieve the loss of GPT-4o, which some said they considered a friend and confidant. In the latest OpenAI update that labels GPT-5 as the "smartest,...
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How to Play Battlefield 6 Beta: Open Access Starts Now
The Battlefield 6 open beta for all has started its first weekend.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:The DJI Osmo Nano is the latest DJI action camera to leak ahead of its official release
We've got another DJI leak to tell you about, and this one concerns a compact action camera.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:The DJI Osmo Nano is the latest DJI drone to leak ahead of its official release
We've got another DJI leak to tell you about, and this one concerns a compact action camera.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:The current state of LLM-driven development
Article URL: http://blog.tolki.dev/posts/2025/08-07-llms/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44847741 Points: 82 # Comments: 47
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Iran and Russia stand to lose from US deal with Azerbaijan and Armenia
Trump-brokered peace treaty predicted to suffocate geopolitical influence of Washingtonβs rivals in regionIran expressed concern about foreign interference on Saturday, fearing it had been carved out of a declaration brokered by Donald Trump between Azerbaijan and Armenia. The two countries have come closer to ending 35 years of enmity by signing a peace treaty in Washington and agreeing to a US private consortium...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Apple's MacBook Air M4 is on sale for up to 20 percent off
Whether you need a new MacBook for the upcoming semester or you've just been itching to upgrade from an older machine, now's a good time to buy. Amazon has a sale on the latest M4 MacBook Air that knocks up to 20 percent off many configurations. The base model is where you'll get the biggest discount. The 16GB RAM/256GB SSD laptop is down to $799 from $999, which is the lowest price we've seen. You can upgrade to 512GB...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Three Thai soldiers injured by landmine on border with Cambodia, army says
Thai military accuses neighbouring country of planting concealed weapons in violation of international lawThree Thai soldiers were injured on Saturday after one tripped a landmine in territory along its frontier with Cambodia, Thailandβs army has said as it accused the neighbouring country of planting concealed weapons in violation of international law.The incident, in which a Thai sergeant major suffered severe...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:An AI-first program synthesis framework built around a new programming language
Article URL: https://queue.acm.org/detail.cfm?id=3746223 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44847334 Points: 54 # Comments: 3
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Microsoft is shutting down its Lens PDF scanner app
The Microsoft Lens scanner app is being phased out for the Microsoft Copilot app.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Time to ditch the pen and paper - Modus now boasts e-paper with 75Hz refresh, enough to challenge even a tablet
Modos introduces 75Hz e-paper kits aimed at focused productivity, but crowdfunded availability and technical constraints make them a more niche tool than a mainstream replacement.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:11 Great Horror Movies to Stream on Prime Video Now
These highly rated movies are thoroughly entertaining.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Best Internet Providers in San Francisco
While our top ISP pick is Sonic, Xfinity, Astound, and Verizon are also decent options to consider. Here is everything you need to know about them.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Trump Media to broadcast GB News on US streaming platform Truth+
Deal will broaden UK rightwing channelβs global reach as White House continues to attack mainstream mediaThe Trump family media company has partnered with GB News to broadcast the British news channel on its US streaming platform, Truth+.Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), which operates the social media app Truth Social, the streaming platform Truth+, and the FinTech brand Truth.Fi, announced on Friday it will...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:My Lethal Trifecta talk at the Bay Area AI Security Meetup
Article URL: https://simonwillison.net/2025/Aug/9/bay-area-ai/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44846922 Points: 243 # Comments: 79
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Israeli plan to seize Gaza City an βunprecedented provocationβ, Palestinian Authority says β as it happened
This blog is now closedIranβs judiciary said Saturday it was investigating the cases of 20 people arrested over their suspected links with Israel following the 12-day war between the two arch-foes.βThese cases were immediately filed under the supervision of the esteemed investigators and are being investigated,β Judiciary spokesman Asghar Jahangir told reporters in Tehran, adding that further information would be...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:After User Backlash, OpenAI Is Bringing Back Older ChatGPT Models
OpenAI touted GPT-5 as a new model for everything. However, some people still prefer the older versions.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Women call out βcreepyβ experiences on Vinted as trolls and image thieves target site
Scrutiny of selling platforms grows as female users warning of harassment on sites after photos stolen and sexualisedUsers of secondhand clothing websites such as Vinted are warning about the danger their images will be used against their will on pornography sites, and sounding the alarm about the spread of sexually charged harassment under their posts.The potential for hijacking photos posted on the internet for real...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:How to Watch Arsenal vs. Athletic Club From Anywhere: Stream Preseason Friendly Soccer
The Gunners take on Spanish opposition for the second time in a week in their final warm-up match before the big kickoff.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:TechRadar has a new #1 robot vacuum recommendation β here's how the Roborock Qrevo Curv snagged the top spot
Want to bag the best bot about? Here's what you need to know about this curvy home helper.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:RFK Jr. wants a wearable on every American β that futureβs not as healthy as he thinks
I keep hearing the same sentence repeating in my head. "My vision is that every American is wearing a wearable within four years." RFK Jr., our current secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, said this at a congressional hearing at the end of June. Wearables, he said, are key to the MAHA [β¦]
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, August 10 (game #1294)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Scottish Premiership Soccer: Stream Rangers vs. Dundee Live From Anywhere
It's the first Scottish Premier League home fixture at Ibrox for new Rangers boss Russell Martin.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Auraβs impressive Aspen digital frame is the most affordable itβs been
Returning to work or school from summer vacation is never easy, but the Aura Aspen could help you hold onto your favorite memories by putting them front and center. And right now, you can pick up the digital photo frame for around $199 ($30 off) from Amazon, Best Buy, and Aura, which is a new [β¦]
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Auraβs Aspen impressive digital frame is the most affordable itβs been
Returning to work or school from summer vacation is never easy, but the Aura Aspen could help you hold onto your favorite memories by putting them front and center. And right now, you can pick up the digital photo frame for around $199 ($30 off) from Amazon, Best Buy, and Aura, which is a new [β¦]
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:3 Best Steam Mops, Tested for Months (2025)
Get those floors squeaky clean with the help of these steamy gadgets.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Watch NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 astronauts return to Earth
The astronauts part of SpaceX's Crew-10 mission are on their way back home. Their Dragon capsule called Endurance is scheduled to splash down at approximately 11:33 AM Eastern time off the coast of California. Endurance undocked from the International Space Station at 6:15PM Eastern on August 8 with NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Takuya Onishi and...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Show HN: The current sky at your approximate location, as a CSS gradient
For HTML Day 2025 [1], I made a web service that displays the current sky at your approximate location as a CSS gradient. Colours are simulated on-demand using atmospheric absorption and scattering coefficients. Updates every minute, without the use of client-side JavaScript.Source code and additional information is available on GitHub: https://github.com/dnlzro/horizon[1] https://html.energy/html-day/2025/index.html...
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:A massive Wyoming data center will soon use 5x more power than the state's human occupants - but no one knows who is using it
Wyomingβs upcoming AI data center may eclipse local electricity consumption, with unclear tenants and rising concerns.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 9, 2025
Answers to each clue for the August 8, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Best Open Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2025): Bose and More
These wireless earbuds with an βopenβ design let you zone out to your music while also keeping aware of your surroundings.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia
Article URL: https://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/long-term-exposure-to-outdoor-air-pollution-linked-to-increased-risk-of-dementia Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44846164 Points: 236 # Comments: 75
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:I Ditched My Shoes for These Oka Recovery Slides and My Feet Can't Stop Thanking Me
I've worn a few different slides over the years, including Oofos, but Oka's are arguably the best I've tested. They're available in a unisex design in a variety of colors.
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Is This Seat Taken? makes seating fussy people fun
Creating seating arrangements can be pretty stressful; the empath part of me strives to find the perfect seat for every person even if it's a nearly impossible task. If it's for a big, meaningful event, I get even more anxious. When you find the right place for everyone, though, it's even more satisfying than a [β¦]
Published on: August 09, 2025 | Source:Alien: Earth won't fully treat events from the Alien prequel movies as canon, producer says: 'we benefitted from its originality and freshness'
One of Alien: Earth's producers has tried to address fan concerns over the sci-fi horror franchise's lore.
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