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technology5 months ago

Ask HN: Current Projects (July 2025)

A diverse group of developers and entrepreneurs are working on innovative projects including AI-powered lead generation platforms, GitHub and Slack integrations, mosquito-killing drones, language learning apps, and various developer tools, with many seeking early feedback and beta testers to refine their solutions.

shopping1 year ago

Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Home Essentials and Tech

This article highlights the best Cyber Monday deals on various home improvement products, including tools, appliances, and gadgets. Featured items include a portable power station with a solar panel, a folding hex wrench set, a durable tape measure, a comprehensive drill bit set, and a secure electronic keypad door lock. Other notable deals include a stepladder with large top steps, a whole house energy monitor, a powerful dishwasher, and a French-door refrigerator. The article provides insights into the features and benefits of each product, along with additional considerations for potential buyers.

technology1 year ago

Top Tools and Gadgets of 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

The 2024 Tool of the Year Awards has recognized Grizzly's 21-inch Variable-Speed Scroll Saw as a DIY Game Changer for its innovative design. This scroll saw features a pressure-sensitive foot pedal for better control and a tilting saw arm instead of a tilting table, allowing for more precise and stable cuts. These enhancements make it easier for beginners and improve the overall woodworking experience, marking a significant advancement in the scroll saw industry.

technology1 year ago

"Maximizing Productivity: Choosing and Implementing the Best AI Tools for Your Workflow"

What AI Can Do Today is a website that uses AI to analyze over 5,800 AI tools and list over 30,000 tasks that AI can perform. It provides a simple interface for users to ask questions and receive suggestions for AI programs or tools that can fulfill their needs, such as image editing or medical advice. While major AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and Claude can provide answers, the website serves as a useful resource for finding the right AI tool. However, users should be aware of the potential for misleading information from generative AI chatbots and consider their level of experience when interacting with AI.

home-improvement1 year ago

"Master Your Tasks with These 5 Ryobi Tools"

Ryobi offers a range of affordable and high-quality tools to help with various home improvement tasks. The 18V ONE+ HP EZ Clean Power Cleaner Kit provides a portable alternative to traditional pressure washers, while the 18V ONE+ Performance Hand Vacuum Kit offers a compact solution for hard-to-reach areas. The Heavy Duty 4-in-1 Stapler and Whole Stud Detector cater to different needs, and the 18V ONE+ 13 String Trimmer/Edger simplifies outdoor maintenance. The selection process considered cost, functionality, and user recommendations to identify these versatile and efficient tools.

home-improvement1 year ago

"Discover 5 Hidden Gems at Home Depot: Underrated Tools You Need"

Home Depot offers a range of underrated tools that are versatile, affordable, and durable, catering to both professionals and hobbyists. These tools include wire stripper pliers, magnetic wristbands, magnetic impact bit extensions, compact laser levels, and multi-bit ratcheting screwdrivers, all of which provide excellent value for money and are space-efficient. These tools are available both in-person at various Home Depot locations and online, making them easily accessible for all.

archaeology1 year ago

"Neanderthal Ingenuity: Uncovering Europe's Oldest Glued Blades"

Researchers studying Neanderthal tools from 120,000 to 40,000 years ago found evidence of a complex adhesive made of bitumen and ochre, the oldest of its kind in Europe. The adhesive was used on stone tools at the Le Moustier site in France, improving their solidity and rigidity. Microscopic imaging revealed wear indicating the adhesives were used as handles, rather than just for joining tools. This discovery highlights the intelligence and inventiveness of Neanderthals, challenging outdated perceptions of them, and shedding light on their gradual assimilation into Homo sapiens.

archaeology1 year ago

Neanderthal Ingenuity: Uncovering Advanced Adhesive Techniques

Tools found in a cave in southwest France suggest that Neanderthals had a higher level of technological complexity than previously thought, as they created multi-component tools with special handles using a compound material of bitumen and crushed red ocher for a better grip. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about Neanderthal cognitive abilities and indicates similarities in cognitive processes between Neanderthals and early modern humans in South Africa. The findings raise questions about the origins of this advanced technology and its implications for our understanding of Neanderthals as a species.

technology1 year ago

"Maximize Efficiency: 14 Time-Saving Windows Tools and Tricks"

This article provides 14 Windows tools and tricks to save time and improve efficiency, including using Winget to install and update programs, setting up automatic updates with Wingetui and Winget Autoupdate, keeping drivers up to date with Snappy Driver Installer, utilizing portable applications with PortableApps.com Platform, quickly setting up basic software equipment with Ninite, optimizing files with Defraggler, creating regular backups with Hasleo Backup Suite, accessing settings faster with Easy Context Menu and Winaereo Tweaker, automating tasks with Autohotkey and Autoit, and checking drive status with Crystal Disk Info.

how-to1 year ago

"Mastering the Tape Measure: A Beginner's Guide"

A tape measure is a versatile tool that can simplify various tasks, but it's important to use it correctly. Tips include choosing the right tape for specific tasks, understanding markings, leveraging the nail notch, avoiding tape bends, using precision marking techniques, and employing digital assistance for convenience. Additionally, bringing a tape measure when furniture shopping, marking two points for accuracy, using a pencil for corrections, and attaching a sticky note for quick measurements are recommended.