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Apple Podcasts now has a useful web interface for browsing and listening to shows
20 Aug

Apple Podcasts now has a useful web interface for browsing and listening to shows

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Apple has just given podcasts listeners an improved way to stream shows from its library on any device. Starting today, the version of Apple Podcasts on the web has a look and feature set that more akin to the company's standalone app. Not only is the platform accessible on any device via the web, but you'll get more tools beyond simply playing episodes — even if you don't have desktop or mobile app installed.Through the web interface that looks similar to what you'd see inside the full app, you'll be able to browse shows, access your library, view top charts,…
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Zoom can now handle one million simultaneous participants
20 Aug

Zoom can now handle one million simultaneous participants

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Zoom just announced that webinar calls can now support . This is happening after various political groups used the video conferencing platform to raise money for Vice President Kamala Harris’ election campaign, often by hosting calls with .The company now offers various tiers to accommodate large events. Customers can choose from webinars that feature max capacities of 10K, 50K, 100K, 250K, 500K, and, of course, 1M attendees. These are single-use webinar packages that come with support from Zoom’s Event Services team to ensure a “professional, engaging experience” for all.“Now event organizers have the flexibility and power to host truly interactive…
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Building a SaaS product should not be complex
20 Aug

Building a SaaS product should not be complex

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Ever feel like modern SaaS stacks are a house of cards waiting to collapse? Let's talk about it. Remember when building a web app meant setting up a server and coding your features? Now it's a juggling act of specialized services. Authentication with Clerk, databases split between Supabase and Neon, Pusher for real-time, Trigger[dot]dev for background jobs, Upstash for Redis, and don't forget choosing between Vercel or Netlify for deployment. I recently consulted on a project where the team spent more time integrating services than building core features. Halfway through, one service changed its pricing model, throwing the budget into…
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Final Fantasy XVI is coming to PC on September 17
20 Aug

Final Fantasy XVI is coming to PC on September 17

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PC gamers have had to bide their time for the long-promised port of to hit their preferred platform, but the wait is almost over. The action RPG will hit Steam and the Epic Games Store on September 17. , which are included in the complete edition, will be available on the same day.Until now, the game has only been available on PlayStation 5. PC players can get a taste of what’s in store for them right now by checking out a demo that just went live on Steam and the Epic store. by switching up the classic turn-based combat and…
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Apple Music is currently offering new subscribers three months free
19 Aug

Apple Music is currently offering new subscribers three months free

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Non-subscribers who open the Apple Music app on a new iPhone or iPad typically see an offer for a free month of the service. The trial was once three times as long, but Apple quietly shortened it in early 2022. But now through September 23, anyone new to Apple's music streaming service will get to try it out for free for three months. The deal only applies to first-time subscribers; if you've never succumbed to the music app's temptation, now is as good a time as any to check it out. Just keep in mind that the service will automatically…
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A beginner’s guide to the Flux-Schnell model by Black-Forest-Labs on Replicate
19 Aug

A beginner’s guide to the Flux-Schnell model by Black-Forest-Labs on Replicate

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This is a simplified guide to an AI model called Flux-Schnell maintained by Black-Forest-Labs. If you like these kinds of guides, you should subscribe to the AImodels.fyi newsletter or follow me on Twitter. Model overview flux-schnell is the fastest image generation model from Black Forest Labs, tailored for local development and personal use. It is a high-performing model that can generate high-quality images from text descriptions quickly. Compared to similar models like flux-pro and flux-dev, flux-schnell prioritizes speed over some advanced capabilities, making it a great choice for personal projects and rapid prototyping. Model inputs and outputs flux-schnell takes in…
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Apple’s ninth-generation iPad hits an all-time low of $199
19 Aug

Apple’s ninth-generation iPad hits an all-time low of $199

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If you’re looking for an iPad that’s more affordable than cutting-edge, Amazon has the 2021 base model for only $199. Although that’s a generation behind the current version, this ninth-generation edition could be great for kids, seniors or those wanting a HomeKit-based smart home hub.AppleThe three-year-old model is still a capable tablet for anyone content with forgoing the latest and greatest hardware. The ninth-gen iPad has a 10.2-inch Retina display and Apple’s old home button-based Touch ID sensor. It runs on the A13 Bionic chip, which has a six-core processor, quad-core GPU and octal-core Neural Engine. This isn’t the model…
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Starting My 1000 Widgets Challenge: Mastering UI Development One Step at a Time
19 Aug

Starting My 1000 Widgets Challenge: Mastering UI Development One Step at a Time

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Hi there, I'm Akshay! As a passionate developer eager to master UI development, I’ve set myself an ambitious goal: to build 1000 widgets. My focus is on progressively increasing the complexity of each widget, honing my skills in crafting visually stunning, highly functional interfaces. Through deliberate practice, I aim to internalize the core principles that define exceptional UI design, enabling me to create complex, polished applications like Instagram with ease Why Am I Doing This? Deliberate Practice: To build expertise, it's essential to engage in deliberate, focused practice. By creating 1000 widgets,I will be much better! Learning Through Iteration: Each…
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Waymo’s sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors ‘without compromising safety’
19 Aug

Waymo’s sixth-generation autonomous fleet has fewer sensors ‘without compromising safety’

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Alphabet-owned Waymo unveiled its sixth-generation Driver system on Monday with a more efficient sensor setup. Despite having a reduced camera and LiDAR sensor count from the current platform, the self-driving ride’s new setup allegedly maintains safety levels. Once it's ready for public rides, it will coexist with the current-gen lineup.CNBC reports that the new system is built into Geely Zeekr electric vehicles. Waymo first said it would work with the Chinese EV maker in late 2021. The new platform’s rides are boxier than the current-gen lineup, built on Jaguar I-PACE SUVs. The Zeekr-built sixth-gen fleet is reportedly better for accessibility,…
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