Show HN: TeXbrain, a LaTeX editor that runs pdfTeX in the browser via WASM
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BMW's latest electric SUV shows just how far the automotive industry has pushed its touchscreen obsession. Its enormous infotainment display doesn't just handle navigation and entertainment. It replaces many of the physical controls drivers once used without taking their eyes off the road. BMW says the shift reflects changing preferences among younger buyers, but th
For years, Android users have been sneaking into the Developer Options to make their phones feel faster—this article is not about that. I found a different, less “hacky” setting that sped up my Pixel phone, and I didn’t expect it to matter as much as it did.
Cyberdecks have been wildly popular with DIY enthusiasts for a good reason: you can build a portable computer that does what your usual PC can't, often with more style and a lower price. Raspberry Pi is eager to hop on the trend, and has just shared a tutorial that teaches you how to build a cyberdeck from scratch.
Your car's 12V outlet is probably one of its most overlooked features. While many drivers only use it for an old-fashioned cigarette lighter or a phone charger, it can power a surprisingly wide range of useful accessories, from dash cameras and tire inflators to portable coolers, vacuum cleaners, and even heated blankets.
<p>Perplexity originally made its name as an AI search engine, but it also has a product called Computer.</p><img src='https://static0.howtogeekimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/a-robot-coming-out-of-a-laptop-screen-with-the-perplexity-ai-logo-in-its-hand.jpg' />
Don't hate me for saying this, but summer is on its last legs. But if you must stay inside for some binge-watching, you could do worse than HBO Max. While the service is basking in the green glow of its chart-topping, 93%-rated Lanterns, U.S. subscribers still have some new and new-ish things to watch.
The Quest Begins (The "Why")I still remember the first time I tried to build a dashboard that needed a sidebar, a main content area, and a footer that stuck to the bottom. I reached for Flexbox because it felt like the “go‑to” tool for everything layout‑related. I set up a container with display: flex, gave the sidebar flex: 0 0 250px, the main area flex: 1, and added flex-direction: column to stack the footer underneath. It looked fine… until I resized the browser. The sidebar would shrin
Most "slow React app" complaints come down to 3 things:Unnecessary re-rendersComponents re-rendering when their props/state haven't actually changed. Fix: React.memo, useMemo, useCallback — but only where it actually matters, not everywhere.Bundle size bloatImporting entire libraries for one function. Fix: tree-shaking, dynamic imports, and checking your bundle with tools like webpack-bundle-analyzer.Bad data fetching patternsFetching data on every render, or waterfalling requests instead of run
Not too long ago, seeing only 30% battery left on your status bar meant your phone was basically as good as dead. In fact, that's still a reality for many people with fairly new phones. However, ever since I upgraded to a phone with a silicon-carbon battery, I've been leaving the house with a third of my battery left without a hint of anxiety. Let me explain why.
Autonomous AI Agents and the Multi-Agent Paradigm in 2026Subtitle: How agentic workflows, multi-modal reasoning, and autonomous tools are transforming full-stack software development in 2026. OverviewIn 2026, artificial intelligence has transitioned from passive text completion to proactive, multi-step autonomous reasoning. Developers who master agentic architecture will build 10x more resilient, high-leverage products. Key HighlightsMulti-Agent Orchestration: Dividing complex en
Today's NFSFU234 Open Source Day — the first one we've run. FormValidation and TourGuide, previously two separate unscoped npm packages built years apart, are moving under the @nfsfu234 scope. ShotSweep, a new CLI for visual regression testing, launches scoped from day one. For the first time, all three live under one namespace.Here's what's actually in each release. ShotSweep — new, v1.0.0A CLI that captures screenshots of a site and diffs them between runs. A build can pass, every test ca
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After setting up a NAS, it is easy to assume that your data is protected because the storage pool has redundancy, snapshots are enabled, or another NAS is receiving copies of your files. Those features can protect against particular failures, but they do not prove that your backup can be restored when you need it.
Stream The Airport Chaplainfree on SBS On Demand (Aus)Unblock SBS with NordVPN (Try 100% risk-free)Hugo Weaving and Shabana Azeez star in this tension-filled drama seriesVeteran actor Hugo Weaving, who played iconic bad guys in The Matrix and in the MCU, takes on a more serious, dramatic role in The Airport Chaplain, starring opposite up-and-comer Shabana Azeez, who plays his boss as the two clash over their approach to customer service.There's eight episodes of this
Windows 11 does most of what I need it to do, but I've never been completely happy with some of its interface decisions. The taskbar feels too big and prominent, the Start menu shows me things I don't want, and I've grown tired of Windows putting familiar controls behind extra clicks.
The Creality K2 Pro Combo, one of our absolute favorite 3D printers, is a serious step up from an entry-level model, combining a large enclosed build area with fast printing, and active chamber heating.The K2 Pro Combo is now down to $799 (was $1099) from Creality's online store. A massive $300 off a package that includes both the K2 Pro and one four-slot CFS (Creality Filament System) for automatic multi-material and multi-color printing.For anyone looking to move be
The Shards episodes 6 and 7 are streaming on Hulu for US viewers and Disney+ internationally soon, and you won't want to miss them. This is our second double bill, after the dramatic ending last episode that saw Rhonda arrive on the scene alive, and Cha Cha found dead in the bathroom of a television set. Moments like these are why I gave the show such a great rating in my The Shards review.So far, Rhonda is the only kidnapped teen The Trawler kept alive, but nobody kn
The billions of music enjoyers around the world are flush with streaming options thanks to platforms like Apple Music, YouTube Music, and the green monarch that rules above them all: Spotify. The streaming giant used to be my app of choice for all my music needs, too, but I happily abandoned Spotify years ago in favor of Tidal, another strong contender in the space.
I've now spent a month with Samsung's two recent folding phones. I've used them as my daily phones, worked and played with them, and even taken hundreds of pictures between them to test the cameras (650 when I wrote that article; nearly 1,000 now).Through that time, I've used the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 most, and that's for purely practical purposes. It's a brand-new form factor, so as a tech journalist, my time is better spent testing it out.Despite enjoying my time
