Applications make the operating system, at least for me. In terms of Linux, I not only need a proper suite of usable tools, but I also need them to be compatible with their Windows counterparts. I love the experience of using Linux when it works, and I’m no stranger to the terminal, so getting up and running with alternatives isn’t an issue. In a lot of situations, these alternative apps are great, and in a lot of ways they exceed my expectations, but when push comes to shove, there are some apps that make it impossible for me to fully make the switch to Linux.
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I used NotebookLM to organize my digital book collection, and the results were immediate
If you have a digital library, you know the struggle: a growing mountain of PDFs, research papers, and ebooks scattered across folders and cloud drives. It doesn’t feel like a library since you can’t find what you need when you need it. I was tired of spending more time hunting for that perfect quote than actually using my knowledge. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read More...]
Nvidia's stronghold on PC gaming and AMD's failure to save us
PC gaming has long been at the forefront of pushing the boundaries when it comes to performance, choice, and innovations. We've seen all the vintage packaging that graphics cards and other PC parts used to be shipped within, but the actual hardware was also fairly experimental for its time. Building a new system or upgrading a specific part, such as the aforementioned GPU, never used to cost an … [Read More...]
Discord customer service data breach leaks user info and scanned photo IDs
The company is emailing users impacted by the breach.Oct 3, 2025, 11:52 PM UTCJay Peters is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme.One of Discord’s third-party customer service providers was compromised by an “unauthorized party,” the company says. The unauthorized party gained access to “information from a limited … [Read More...]
This portable powerhouse packs a Snapdragon X chip and cost just $450
Laptops don't need to be expensive to get the job done. We've seen plenty of great examples pop up over the past year, delivering some excellent specifications at a fair price. The Dell Inspiron 14 is one such example, featuring a compact design and lots of power thanks to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chip. While it's usually priced at $800, you can score a stellar $350 discount, dropping the price to … [Read More...]
4 things you're doing totally wrong in combat within Borderlands 4
Although Borderlands 4 has suffered from technical issues during its launch, some people are still playing and enjoying the game. The next mainline entry in the Borderlands series takes players to a new planet, filled with many dangers to overcome and loot to discover. It's a guarantee that you'll get into a firefight with not one, but many different enemies while completing missions and searching … [Read More...]
With its latest acqui-hire, OpenAI is doubling down on personalized consumer AI
OpenAI has acquired Roi, an AI-powered personal finance app. In keeping with a recent trend in the AI industry, only the CEO is making the jump. Chief executive and co-founder Sujith Vishwajith announced the acquisition on Friday, and a source familiar with the matter told TechCrunch he is the only one of Roi’s four-person staff to join OpenAI. Terms of the … [Read More...]
Safeguard your LAN and by securing IoT devices
In the age of self-hosting and the home lab, the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to play a vital role in providing data from thermostats to security cameras. These products offer unparalleled convenience, but often come at the cost of security. Your home could become a potential entry point for malware, data breaches, and more, all thanks to those seemingly innocent smart home devices that are … [Read More...]
Say goodbye to cable chaos with this 14-in-1 docking station
This Anker docking station is a great way to keep all your cables and devices organized. Not only do you get 14 ports to connect, but it also comes with a small screen that can show you the status of devices that are plugged in. The best part is that this device is now $100 below its usual retail, coming in at its lowest price yet. It's a great time to pick one up, and we don't think you'll see a … [Read More...]
6 essential self-hosted services I run 24/7
I’ve been hosting applications on local hardware for years and have come across numerous tools during this time. Media streaming platforms, photo managers, game servers, ebook organizers, and a host of other utilities are the more popular ones of the bunch and are extremely useful for data hoarders like myself. On the other hand, I’ve also run into some quirky services that, despite appearing … [Read More...]
Sources: Naveen Rao’s new AI hardware startup targets $5B valuation with backing from a16z
Naveen Rao, who was formerly the head of artificial intelligence at Databricks, is in talks to raise $1 billion at a $5 billion valuation for a new startup, called Unconventional, Inc., that’s building a new type of computer, according to four people familiar with discussions. Andreessen Horowitz has agreed to lead the investment, and Lightspeed and Lux Capital are also participating in the … [Read More...]