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I asked a disaster survival psychologist if AI usage should be the same level of 'emergency' as Pompeii — but instead she's worried about a technology catastrophe that I didn't even consider
My favorite interviews over the course of my career have involve people I'd never normally get the chance to speak to in everyday life.So far this year that's involved two former FBI agents, but Dr. Sarita Robinson — who you can see in Pompeii: Out of Time, out now on Disney+ and Hulu — might just take the cake. Known as "Dr. Survival," her work specialises in figuring out why some people are more likely to survive disasters than others.This makes her a compelling ex
Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro data reveals how Josh Kerr just shattered the 27-year-old mile world record —and his split stats explain the historic run
Athlete Josh Kerr just broke the world record mile timeHe did so while wearing an Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro smartwatchAmazfit has published data from the record-breaking runWhat does it take to run a mile in a world record time? After Scottish athlete Josh Kerr’s recent world record-shattering 3:42.66 achievement, Amazfit has published a wealth of data straight from the track — and there are some fascinating insights to be found within. Perhaps the most impressive data po
These 6 LG phones were too weird to survive, but we finally have the tech to do them right
LG exited the smartphone market five years ago, but before it did, the brand released a frankly shocking number of cool, wild, and uniquely weird phones that helped it stand out from the competition. In fact, the list of weird LG phones is so long that I couldn't fit them all into one article, and I was only focusing on fairly modern Android phones from 2011 onward.
Passkeys were supposed to replace passwords, but they're failing for the most predictable reason
Passwords are a problem. Not only have they reached a point where a "strong" password is one no human can remember (much less remember dozens of them), but they simply aren't as secure as they need to be. Passkeys combine a public and private cryptographic key pair with local authentication such as a fingerprint or facial scan. The device can prove its identity beyo
The best GPUs of all time, ranked
Every gamer has a graphics card they still talk about years later after it left their rig. Most gamers also have that one GPU that got away, the GPU they really wanted to get, but couldn't. Many of these graphics cards have earned legendary status over the years.
Goodbye SMS or phone calls — Microsoft is making passkeys the default authentication process for businesses
Beginning September 1, 2026, passkeys will become the default for Entra IDMicrosoft is retiring SMS/phone call authentication from February 1, 2027Victims are more likely to open AI-assisted phishing emailsMicrosoft has confirmed plans to make passkeys the default or preferred authentication method for Entra ID beginning September 1, 2026, announcing further changes to account authentication in a bid to combat sophisticated attacks.A few months later from February 1,
TypeScript Pipe Function: Composing Functions Without the Nesting Hell
Look at this code and tell me the order of operations:const result = uppercase(trim(removeSpaces(validate(input))));You read it left-to-right, but it executes right-to-left. validate runs first, then removeSpaces, then trim, then uppercase. The reading order is the opposite of the execution order.Now add one more step:const result = format(uppercase(trim(removeSpaces(validate(input)))));And another:const result = encode(format(uppercase(trim(removeSpaces(validate(input))))));This does not scale.
Writing fingerprint analysis of responses reveals Kimi's similarity to Claude
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Encryption and Globalization 15 Years Later: E2EE and the "Going Dark" Debate
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Software rendering in 500 lines of bare C++
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Astronomers may have found the first exomoon
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React Native Nested FlatList: Child FlatList viewability callbacks are triggered before the child is actually visible
The Ghost in the Machine: Why React Native Nested FlatList Viewability Can LieLet's face it. Building complex UIs in React Native often leads us down the path of nested FlatLists. It's a powerful pattern for feeds, carousels, and intricate dashboards. We love FlatList for its performance optimizations, especially onViewableItemsChanged, which seems like a godsend for analytics, lazy loading, and dynamic content. But what if I told you that in a nested scenario, this very callback, designed
Why I gave up on minimalist Windows setups and embraced a messy desktop
There’s no shortage of advice from productivity gurus telling you how your Windows desktop should be. A minimalist taskbar, fewer shortcuts, folder organization, and an empty desktop look great in YouTube videos and promotional images. But I found that the reality is not exactly true. The picture-perfect setup never survived more than a week on my PC.
These are the 4 Magisk modules I install on every Android phone
<p>Rooting an Android phone unlocks a level of customization stock firmware can't touch, but the real power comes from the modules layered on top. After years of flashing and re-flashing, these four make the cut every single time.</p><img src='https://static0.howtogeekimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/play-integrity-check-on-pixel-a.jpg' />
I spent 10 minutes fixing Excel's ribbon—now I work faster every day
For years, I accepted Excel's ribbon exactly as Microsoft designed it, even though I only used a fraction of its commands. After spending 10 minutes removing the clutter and reorganizing my favorite tools, I had a personalized workspace that sped up my workflow and stayed with me every time I opened Excel.
The hybrid SUV that makes plug-in hybrids harder to justify
<p><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/hybrid-powertrain-types-explained/" target="_blank">Plug-in hybrids</a> promise the best of both worlds, but they only deliver their biggest benefits if you remember to charge them regularly.</p><img src='https://static0.howtogeekimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/23708_2026_niro.jpg' />
I spent years refusing screen protectors until one mysterious scratch changed everything
I have been using smartphones for just about as long as Android has existed. Countless phones have lived in my pockets, and I begrudgingly put cases on many of them. However, screen protectors are where I’ve always drawn the line—until disaster finally struck.
A bizarre new malware campaign hacks your printer and forces it to print out ransomware demands
Kaspersky detailed ransomware cases in Colombia and Mexico where attackers exploited misconfigured systemsVictims’ drives were locked with BitLocker, ransom notes printed via office printersNew group “XEntry Team” claimed responsibility; misconfigurations remain a major breach riskCybercriminals have, in true Hollywood fashion, started using office printers to notify victims they were struck by ransomware.Security researchers at Kaspersky have detailed two incidents w
Xbox's surprise announcement of PC backwards compatibility is great to see — and one more reason not to buy a console
Four original Xbox titles just arrived on PCThe games are all available to buy or via any Xbox Game Pass planThey're part of a new Xbox backward compatibility on PC programMicrosoft just launched a new Xbox backward compatibility on PC program that makes it possible to officially play a selection of original Xbox games on Windows for the very first time.As detailed in a new Xbox Wire post, the program is geared towards both traditional laptops and desktops in addition
4 Emmy-nominated shows that are trapped on Peacock
Earlier this month, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced this year's nominees for the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards. HBO Max and Netflix led the field with over 100 nominations each. Farther down the list, you'll find Peacock, which landed 18 Emmy nominations.
