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I had tunnel-visioned myself into using Acrobat for everything PDF-related, from reading to highlighting. It was as if I was justifying the cost by using the program. But, as it turns out, Firefox already had all the PDF manipulation features I needed. Also, seeing Adobe’s business practices, I’m better off without their tools, especially considering that the free version of Acrobat Reader is practically a running advertisement for Adobe’s paid features. Firefox can do a shocking amount of what I was paying for Adding text, annotating, adding images, highlighting for a total cost of $0 If you’ve used Adobe Acrobat,…

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Google TurboQuant reduces memory strain while maintaining accuracy across demanding workloadsVector compression reaches new efficiency levels without additional training requirementsKey-value cache bottlenecks remain central to AI system performance limitsLarge language models (LLMs) depend heavily on internal memory structures that store intermediate data for rapid reuse during processing.One of the most critical components is the key-value cache, described as a “high-speed digital cheat sheet” that avoids repeated computation.This mechanism improves responsiveness, but it also creates a major bottleneck because high-dimensional vectors consume substantial memory resources.Article continues below You may like Memory bottlenecks and scaling pressureAs models scale, this memory demand becomes…

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Valve deserves a ton of credit for making Linux gaming not just viable, but actually good. SteamOS was a huge part of that; Valve spent a ton of time proving that a Linux-based gaming OS could be polished, approachable, and provide a genuinely good experience. The Steam Deck was the perfect canvas to showcase it, and despite being a handheld first, the desktop mode meant that you could use it as a desktop computer if need be. This desktop mode doesn’t actually give you all that functionality you’d want from a desktop PC, and when you factor in that user…

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Judging by sales statistics, if you’re buying an affordable smartphone, it’s almost definitely going to be a Samsung Galaxy A-series phone. These phones are beaten only by iPhones each year as the most-sold mobiles, offering Samsung’s hardware at a more affordable price point than the S series. The newest models (so far) in 2026 are the Samsung Galaxy A57 and A37, launched in March. When I got hands-on with them ahead of launch, they felt very familiar; like with the S26 series, tweaks and changes over the Galaxy A56 and A36 are the name of the game. Despite not being…

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The Nebula P1i keeps things simple on paper, but its unique, flippable speaker design is genuinely impactful. Between the adjustable audio, built-in Google TV, and quick setup, the device ends up being a more practical pick than its spec sheet might suggest. You’ll need to keep the lights down and a power outlet nearby, but for casual nighttime screenings, it’s a compelling budget pick.I’ve tested enough portable projectors to know what I’m getting into. The package usually includes a solid 1080p image, built-in Google TV, and integrated speakers. This spec roundup applies to the budget-friendly Soundcore Nebula P1i ($295 at…

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A vulnerability in the Smart Slider 3 WordPress plugin, active on more than 800,000 websites, can be exploited to allow subscriber-level users access to arbitrary files on the server. An authenticated attacker could use it to access sensitive files, such as wp-config.php, which includes database credentials, keys, and salt data, creating the risk for user data theft and complete website takeover. Smart Slider 3 is one of the most popular WordPress plugins for creating and managing image sliders and content carousels. It offers an easy-to-use drag-and-drop editor and a rich set of templates to choose from. The security issue, tracked as CVE-2026-3098, was…

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale continues to march on. Within this sale, you can find deals on a range of different tech items, including laptops, power tools, fitness trackers, and even smart home devices. Computerized smart homes went from a science fiction dream in the 1970s to a full-time headache and money pit in the 2000s, but in 2026, we’ve finally hit the sweet spot, where you can fully automate your home without spending your life savings or needing a…

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You probably set up your Google Business Profile a while back, filled in your address, picked your categories, maybe chased down a few reviews, and then called it done. Totally understandable. That was enough, once. But here’s what’s changed: If you haven’t meaningfully touched that profile in months, you’re losing visibility to competitors who figured out something you haven’t yet. Google transformed GBP from a directory listing into a live engagement surface, and businesses that treat it like the former are quietly bleeding map pack rankings they don’t even know they’ve lost. This applies to every local business. Retailers, yes,…

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Modern televisions don’t have space for the large, front-firing speakers that you used to find on CRT TVs. If you’re lucky, you’ll get halfway decent speakers pointing down or out of the back of the TV. None of the arrangements make for a good listening experience, especially if you need to hear dialogue. Thankfully, there is a relatively inexpensive fix. Why is dialogue so hard to hear now? Watching a TV show has become a frustrating experience Credit: Sydney Butler / How-To Geek Whenever I’m watching TV using a TV’s built-in speakers, I constantly find myself slowly increasing the volume to…

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