Business laptops for AI workloads need enough local compute to run inference tasks, copilots, and on-device models without lag or battery drain. CIOs and IT leaders now face procurement decisions …
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Learn American Sign Language for just $10 with this 13-course bundle
by Alan Northby Alan NorthTL;DR: Become a sign language expert with help from The All-in-One American Sign Language Bundle, on sale now for just $10.49 (reg. $104) with code COURSE30 until Aug. 2. Credit: …
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Because retired batteries retain economic value, they seldom go directly to landfills. In principle, batteries that remain in good condition can be repurposed for less demanding uses, while others can …
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Should you still buy your next smartphone — or subscribe to it instead?
by Alan Northby Alan NorthThe smartphone industry’s next battleground may not be the phone itself, but how consumers get it. As premium devices become more expensive, Apple, Samsung, and others are betting that leasing, …
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Google has just reminded everyone how enormous Chrome’s attack surface can be, rolling out fixes for 370 security flaws in a single browser update. Chrome version 151 arrives with patches …
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On Friday, New York state filed a lawsuit against prediction market platform Kalshi, claiming that it’s operating as an “unlicensed gambling business.” The Office of Attorney General Letitia James found …
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Best Organic Mattresses (2026): Certified Nontoxic, Natural Sleep
by Alan Northby Alan NorthThe cotton and wool layers are GOTS-certified organic, while the Dunlop latex carries the GOLS certification. The finished product does not have any certifications beyond Greenguard Gold, but the material …
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Rivian spinoff Also to start delivering e-bikes after months of delays
by Alan Northby Alan NorthRivian spinoff Also will finally start delivering its first e-bikes to customers next week, after months of delays related to unspecified supply chain issues. The company told TechCrunch on Friday …
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OnePlus may be preparing its next flagship phone. But for many buyers, the biggest question isn’t what’s inside it. It’s whether they’ll be able to buy it through official channels. …
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Moon phase today explained: What the Moon will look like on August 1, 2026
by Alan Northby Alan NorthThe Moon is now well into its waning phase, gradually appearing less full as it moves closer to the New Moon. Here’s what you can still see on its surface …