Clear Drop Soft Plastic Compactor Review: Eco Experiment
Clear Drop’s Soft Plastic Compactor is a unique household recycling solution that’s fun to use, but who is it for?
Your wireless router is now banned from sale in the US, but you can still use it
Almost every wireless router used in US homes is now banned from sale within the country under a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruling. The FCC says that all routers made outside the US “pose unacceptable risks to the national security of the United States or the safety and security ...
Orbital data centers, part 1: There’s no way this is economically viable, right?
"This is not physically impossible; it’s only a question of whether this is a rational thing."
Systemd-free antiX Linux 26: Debian 13, in bonsai form
Plus: Still supports 32-bit hardware or VMs AntiX Linux is a heavily cut-down version of Debian 13, with a choice of init systems and ultralightweight GUIs. This means it's able to run usefully on older and lower-end PCs – and, of course, to run faster on modern ones.…
How to Use Apple’s Live Translation on Your AirPods
If you have a recent Apple device, you can translate live conversations. It’s impressive, and the new AirPods Pro Max just joined the party.
FCC bans import of new consumer routers not made in the US over security threat — agency says foreign-made devices pose ‘unacceptable risk’ to US persons
The FCC says that it will no longer certify foreign-made routers, effectively making them illegal to sell in the U.S., unless the manufacturer can secure a "Conditional Approval" from the Department of War or the Department of Homeland Security.
Debunking Zswap and Zram Myths
Article URL: https://chrisdown.name/2026/03/24/zswap-vs-zram-when-to-use-what.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47500746 Points: 131 # Comments: 31
LLM Neuroanatomy II: Modern LLM Hacking and Hints of a Universal Language?
Article URL: https://dnhkng.github.io/posts/rys-ii/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47500709 Points: 79 # Comments: 27
Trump administration targets $4 trillion Pax Silica investment fund for semiconductors — the US will start with a $250 million investment for global consortium
The Trump administration is targeting $4 trillion Pax Silica investment for semiconductors. It’s not currently clear how the Trump administration arrived at the $4 trillion figure, or how it will ultimately materialize.
Chris Hayes Has Some Advice for Keeping Up With the News
The host of MS Now’s All In, knows how hard it is to stay current. But he also knows where you should focus your attention—and it starts with a sober view of AI.
Best Premium Soundbars: Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, and More
Soundbars just keep getting better, but some rise above the rest. These are the best high-end soundbars and wireless A/V speakers I've tried.
SAP already shifting focus from ERP migration disaster in pursuit of AI-driven growth
New commercial models planned after cloud transition falls €2B behind target SAP has begun to shift focus away from its failure to hit legacy software and cloud migration targets and onto the latest so-called "innovation" elements of its portfolio, such as AI.…
Microsoft says, for once, Windows update isn't to blame for Galaxy Book4 laptops losing access to C: drive — the Galaxy Connect app was the culprit, and it's been taken down from Microsoft Store
Microsoft and Samsung investigated a widely reported issue with Galaxy Book 4 devices and said the Galaxy Connect app was the culprit. These laptops were losing access to the C: drive and, initially, people thought it had something to do with Windows Update. Microsoft has posted recovery steps fo...
curl > /dev/sda: How I made a Linux distro that runs wget | dd
Article URL: https://astrid.tech/2026/03/24/0/curl-to-dev-sda/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47500522 Points: 119 # Comments: 49
Apple @ Work Podcast: The challenges of remote support for IT
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organi...
Thermal pads with in-built vapor-chambers claim 50 to 80 times better thermal conductivity than normal thermal pads — 1,200 W/m-K "Vapor-Pad" from Xerendipity designed to replace traditional TIM in a CPU
A thermal pad with a vapor chamber on top might be the TIM your next phone's SoC will use. Xerendipity's new products are meant to keep your phone cooler without sacrificing thickness or cost.
Price of Nvidia's Vera Rubin NVL72 racks skyrockets to as much as $8.8 million apiece, but server makers' margins will be tight — Nvidia is moving closer to shipping entire full-scale systems
While quotes for NVL72 VR200 rack-scale system will increase to $5 million – $7 million, margins of ODMs will likely decline.
‘Get Down! Get Down! They’re Gonna See Us!’: Six Months of Hiding From ICE
A family in Chicago has been terrified to leave their apartment. Agents could be anywhere.
Your Body Is Betraying Your Right to Privacy
Attachment to smart devices and biometric surveillance leaves Americans more vulnerable to police searches than ever. Left unchecked it will only get worse.
Ultrahuman ramps up U.S. push with Ring Pro as Oura tightens its grip
Ultrahuman pushes back into the U.S. with Ring Pro, as Oura strengthens its lead in a market driving 60% of global demand.