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OpenAI adds shopping features to ChatGPT Search
OpenAI, which spends far more money than it takes in, is trying something new to stanch the bleeding. The company just announced that all users, including on the free tier, can shop from ChatGPT Search. "You can now search for a product, compare options and buy products in ChatGPT," OpenAI said in a press release. Categories currently available include fashion, beauty, home goods and electronics, with expansion to more...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:
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Last chance to get the Kindle Colorsoft at its new all-time low price at Amazon
As of April 29, you can get a Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) for $224.99, down from $279.99 at Amazon. That's $55 and its lowest price ever.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Iβve used every major budgeting app, and these are my favorites for financial independence
Explore top budgeting apps like YNAB, Empower, and Monarch to boost your financial independence journey! Start budgeting smartly today.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:US fighter jet rolls off aircraft carrier as ship reportedly swerves Houthi fire
Crew members jump out of Super Hornet before jet and towing tractor fall into the Red SeaUS sailors had to leap for their lives when a fighter jet fell off a navy aircraft carrier that was reportedly making evasive maneuvers to avoid Houthi militant fire in the Red Sea on Monday.The F/A-18 fighter Super Hornet jet, along with the vehicle towing it into place on the deck of the USS Harry S Truman, rolled right out of...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:These premium noise-canceling headphones are $100 off today
The Focal Bathys Bluetooth headphones are on sale for $700 today. Purchase at Crutchfield, B&H Photo-Video, and Sweetwater to take advantage of this offer.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is better than half price
The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is on sale for $479 at Amazon, saving you 52% on list price.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Our favorite Garmin GPS watch is $60 off right now
The Garmin Forerunner 165 watch is on sale for $190, which is $60 off. Just head on over to Wellbots and enter the code 60ENGADGET at checkout. This code also allows for free shipping, which is always nice. The Forerunner 165 topped our list of the best GPS running watches, and with very good reason. We loved the lightweight design, bright AMOLED touchscreen and the straightforward physical controls. The GPS is...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:LG phones are losing support soon, here are your options
LG phone updates end June 30, 2025. Update devices now and secure data! Consider switching to Samsung, OnePlus, or Google options.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI for content creation
Duolingo is now going to be "AI-first," the company has announced β aka it will drop employees in favor of using AI. In a publicly shared email, CEO Luis von Ahn outlined how Duolingo will "gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle." This follows the company's January 2024 decision to cut 10 percent of its contractors, in part because AI could do their tasks. In the email, von Ahn points to...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI
Duolingo is now going to be "AI-first," the company has announced β aka it will drop employees in favor of using AI. In a publicly shared email, CEO Luis von Ahn outlined how Duolingo will "gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle." This follows the company's January 2024 decision to cut 10 percent of its contractors, in part because AI could do their tasks. In the email, von Ahn points to...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Tuesday, April 29
The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Tuesday, April 29
Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help and hints for you here.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:NYT Connections: hints and answers for Tuesday, April 29
Connectionsis the new puzzle game from the New York Times, and it can be quite difficult. If you need a hand with solving today's puzzle, we're here to help.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for April 29
Trying to solve the Wordle today? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:NYT Crossword: answers for Tuesday, April 29
The New York Times crossword puzzle can be tough, even if it isn't the Sunday issue! If you're stuck, we're here to help you out with today's clues and answers.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Millions of Apple Airplay-Enabled Devices Can Be Hacked via Wi-Fi
Researchers reveal a collection of bugs known as AirBorne that would allow any hacker on the same Wi-Fi network as a third-party AirPlay-enabled device to surreptitiously run their own code on it.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Asus Vivobook Pro 15 Review: For Creators and Gamers
Asusβ 15-inch laptop is an uninspiring machine built for creators.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Performance optimization is hard because it's fundamentally a brute-force task
Article URL: https://purplesyringa.moe/blog/why-performance-optimization-is-hard-work/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43831705 Points: 200 # Comments: 93
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Adrianne Palicki had talks with Marvel about playing Mockingbird in the MCU
Former Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. actress Adrianne Palicki notes that she was close to playing Mockingbird on the big screen.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Programming languages should have a tree traversal primitive
Article URL: https://blog.tylerglaiel.com/p/programming-languages-should-have Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43831628 Points: 168 # Comments: 132
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Fears for health of Alaa Abd el-Fattah and mother as hunger strikes take toll
Activist jailed in Egypt receives medical treatment and family worry his mother Laila Soueif is βdying in slow motionβThe family of the imprisoned British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah say they fear for his health along with that of his mother, Laila Soueif, as both continued their hunger strikes to demand his freedom.Relatives of Soueif said they were worried she was βdying in slow motionβ after eight months on...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:10 Best Pajamas for Women of 2025: Cotton, Silk, Bamboo, and More
These pajamas look and feel so good, youβll wish you could you could wear them all the time.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:The best sous vide machine for 2025
For those looking to elevate their cooking, a sous vide machine might be the perfect addition to your toolkit. Previously, these gadgets were almost exclusively used by high-end restaurants. But more recently, prices have come down to where they can be relatively affordable additions to your kitchen.These devices make preparing perfectly cooked steaks a breeze while taking all the guesswork and hassle out of dishes...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:US Congress passes 'Take It Down' revenge porn bill that also covers AI deepfakes
The US House of Representatives has passed the Take It Down Act, a bipartisan bill that criminalizes the "publication of non-consensual, sexually exploitative images," including AI-generated deepfakes that depict "identifiable, real people." It would also compel platforms, such as social networks, to remove those images within 48 hours of being notified. The bill enjoyed overwhelming support in Congress and was cleared...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Tuesday Telescope: Yes, you can see stars in space, and theyβre spectacular
"Okay, where's my camera? I gotta record that."
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Show HN: A Chrome extension that will auto-reject non-essential cookies
A FOSS chrome extension that attempts to remove the annoyance of cookie pop ups and banners.There are some extensions out there that auto-accept cookies, but I didn't find one that auto rejected cookies without either chaining some extensions together or setting up custom rules in tools like uBlock origin. So with this extension, you just need to add it for non-essential cookies to be rejected.Github:...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Best Organic Mattress and Bedding (2025): Nontoxic, Natural Sleep
These nontoxic beds and bedsheets are easier on the environment and your healthβand they feel like a dream.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:The best wireless headphones in 2025
The best wireless headphones from top brands like Apple and Bose.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Save $40 on the Fitbit Charge 6 for a limited time
As of April 29, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale at Amazon for $119.95. It's usually listed for $159.95, so you're saving 25%.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:AI-generated code could be a disaster for the software supply chain. Hereβs why.
LLM-produced code could make us much more vulnerable to supply-chain attacks.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:The Morning After: Google gives Android its own show
Google I/O is usually where the company reveals whatβs happening with its smartphone OS for the next 12 months, but this year, Android is getting its own thing. A week ahead of I/O, Google will deep dive into the future of Android in a special edition of The Android Show. The company said people have been asking for more ways to learn about how the Android experience is changing. (Who are these people?) Google says it...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Floods and Droughts are Two Sides of the Same Crisis
UNITED NATIONS, Apr 29 (IPS) - Water emergencies are deeply personal to us. Coming from Southeast Asia and southern Africaβtwo regions that struggle with water challengesβwe have witnessed firsthand how water defines the fate of communities and nations.Read the full story, βFloods and Droughts are Two Sides of the Same Crisisβ, on globalissues.org
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Monty Python and the Holy Grail turns 50
Ars staffers reflect upon the things they love most about this masterpiece of absurdist comedy.
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Carneyβs victory owes much to Trump and circumstance
Canadian PM right candidate for the moment in success shaped more by chance than meticulous planningMark Carney, the economist, banker and politician, has long professed a simple article of faith when navigating through crisis: βA plan beats no plan.βAnd his rapid ascent to Canadaβs top job might be taken as evidence of such preparation. Continue reading...
Published on: April 29, 2025 | Source:Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) are back to their lowest-ever price on Amazon
As of April 29, Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99.99 at Amazon. This is 22% off their list price of $129.
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