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This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
jmc15john and 12 others reacted to +Dick Montage for a topic
I thought Neowin didn't discuss bypassing this sort of thing.13 points -
This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
jmc15john and 5 others reacted to JaykeBird for a topic
This sounds like the kind of stuff that kids would tell each other/rumor about at recess lol. I've not given it a try, so I can't really say if it is really true or not, but it at least sounds like that type of thing!6 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
+E.Worm Jimmy and 4 others reacted to Fuelhandler for a topic
What a wonky design. Looks like a Big Mac mated with a Storm Trooper. At least it’s not a monolith that won’t fit in my entertainment rack like the XB Series X. Sony and MicroSoft if you’re listening; please just give us black boxes which fit in with our AV equipment... thanks.5 points -
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 leaked renders reveal a larger 120Hz display, dual rear cameras
Meduso and 3 others reacted to Tuskd for a topic
Because people want non-Apple tablets?4 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Geezy and 2 others reacted to zikalify for a topic
https://www.neowin.net/news/li...snapd-over-stealth-installs yes I've read that article which this one linked to but I still don't fully understand. for the average user being more locked down isn't necessarily a bad thing and for those tech gurus they usually install from source anyway so ... In a recent blog post they said: We also heard your queries on the topic of snapd. This is a topic which is important to us and we already explained our position last year: […] as you install APT updates, Snap becomes a requirement for you to continue to use Chromium and installs itself behind your back. This breaks one of the major worries many people had when Snap was announced and a promise from its developers that it would never replace APT. A self-installing Snap Store which overwrites part of our APT package base is a complete NO NO. It’s something we have to stop and it could mean the end of Chromium updates and access to the snap store in Linux Mint. A year later, in the Ubuntu 20.04 package base, the Chromium package is indeed empty and acting, without your consent, as a backdoor by connecting your computer to the Ubuntu Store. Applications in this store cannot be patched, or pinned. You can’t audit them, hold them, modify them or even point snap to a different store. You’ve as much empowerment with this as if you were using proprietary software, i.e. none. This is in effect similar to a commercial proprietary solution, but with two major differences: It runs as root, and it installs itself without asking you. First, I’m happy to confirm that Linux Mint 20, like previous Mint releases will not ship with any snaps or snapd installed. Second, to address this situation we’ll do exactly what we said we would: In Linux Mint 20, Chromium won’t be an empty package which installs snapd behind your back. It will be an empty package which tells you why it’s empty and tells you where to look to get Chromium yourself. In Linux Mint 20, APT will forbid snapd from getting installed. You’ll still be able to install it yourself and we’ll document this in the release notes, but by default APT won’t allow repository packages from doing this on your behalf. thank you for that more detailed post. That first part about overwriting APT is what I was missing from my understanding. Canonicle is a largely used base in a lot of Linux Distros; they keep making decisions like this of their own accord it feels like. IDK how there's not more backlash against them in the Linux community and why Distros aren't starting to move away from using Ubuntu as their base. Fedora makes a good base as does Arch. There's a reason Manjaro has become my go to Linux Distro for quite a few years now when I need/want Linux. Linux Mint do have the debian edition, i think sooner or later LM will break from Ubuntu and just go the debian route My only problem with debian is they're slower to update packages. But that's not necessarily a bad thing as it allows them to make sure they're stable. It's one of the reasons I prefer Arch because I like to stay more up to date with apps. Actually isn't Ubuntu technically based off of Debian too just with a more bleeding edge package repo? Ubuntu is based on debian testing I think, no reason Mint can't do that too3 points -
This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
Steven P. and 2 others reacted to +DonC for a topic
You can avoid the Neowin paywall just by getting a subscription. It's so easy!3 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
Son_Of_Dad and 2 others reacted to forster for a topic
Fugly.3 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
DJGM and 2 others reacted to Tidosho for a topic
YEUCK! What a horrible looking console. Looks like the Fiat Multipla of consoles. Even if the Xbox is plain and black, at least THAT will blend in with black equipment, and not stand out looking like something white that melted in a house fire! The PS5 looks like a melted X1S! And that controller. No, just no. What is it with ugly Japanese stuff? The modern Civic, the Quashqai, Juke, and their consoles, what next? At least their women are still cute as heaven <3 Playstation Design Fails: PS1: Industrial machine PS2: Industrial heatsink PS3: Casket PS4: Industrial heatsink/2 slabs of wonky liquorice slapped on top of each other PS5: BLEURGH/Melted XB1 S/God knows what!3 points -
Grand Theft Auto V is coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 with exclusive content
NewGuy123 and 2 others reacted to FloatingFatMan for a topic
Screw online, I want more single player content!3 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
Skyfrog and 2 others reacted to ad47uk for a topic
Yuk, looks awful, it is certainly not going to fit in with the living room for people who have their games consol there. I don't know what is wrong with a normal box type thing. Oh well, I expect people will buy it.3 points -
Sony gives a look at the PlayStation 5 exclusive Horizon Forbidden West
dustojnikhummer and 2 others reacted to spy beef for a topic
More likely November 2020.3 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
trojan_market and 2 others reacted to Ryster for a topic
Where you see hate, I see people offering their opinion. Just like you.3 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
suni08 and 2 others reacted to Jose_49 for a topic
Why the hate? I like the way this console looks. Kind of futuristic and stands out. I hope they are using vapor chamber and that it doesn't suffer overheating issues.3 points -
Fourth major global navigation system set to be completed this month
exotoxic and one other reacted to byu1 for a topic
profession of killing people ??? where ? who ??2 points -
Adobe launches a free Photoshop Camera app with tons of filters
JaredFrost and one other reacted to devHead for a topic
Adobe - they can go take a flying leap.2 points -
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 leaked renders reveal a larger 120Hz display, dual rear cameras
SikSlayer and one other reacted to Sonyboyj for a topic
Because people want non-Apple tablets? Exactly, I can't stand Apple let alone iOS Currently have the Tab S3, and I'm excited for this one. Finally an iPad pro competitor and it's Samsung no less.2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
alex_d2w and one other reacted to dustojnikhummer for a topic
Because for distros like that upholding their principles matters to the small community they actually do have. Chromium is breaking that trust.2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Geezy and one other reacted to Brandon H for a topic
https://www.neowin.net/news/li...snapd-over-stealth-installs yes I've read that article which this one linked to but I still don't fully understand. for the average user being more locked down isn't necessarily a bad thing and for those tech gurus they usually install from source anyway so ... In a recent blog post they said: We also heard your queries on the topic of snapd. This is a topic which is important to us and we already explained our position last year: […] as you install APT updates, Snap becomes a requirement for you to continue to use Chromium and installs itself behind your back. This breaks one of the major worries many people had when Snap was announced and a promise from its developers that it would never replace APT. A self-installing Snap Store which overwrites part of our APT package base is a complete NO NO. It’s something we have to stop and it could mean the end of Chromium updates and access to the snap store in Linux Mint. A year later, in the Ubuntu 20.04 package base, the Chromium package is indeed empty and acting, without your consent, as a backdoor by connecting your computer to the Ubuntu Store. Applications in this store cannot be patched, or pinned. You can’t audit them, hold them, modify them or even point snap to a different store. You’ve as much empowerment with this as if you were using proprietary software, i.e. none. This is in effect similar to a commercial proprietary solution, but with two major differences: It runs as root, and it installs itself without asking you. First, I’m happy to confirm that Linux Mint 20, like previous Mint releases will not ship with any snaps or snapd installed. Second, to address this situation we’ll do exactly what we said we would: In Linux Mint 20, Chromium won’t be an empty package which installs snapd behind your back. It will be an empty package which tells you why it’s empty and tells you where to look to get Chromium yourself. In Linux Mint 20, APT will forbid snapd from getting installed. You’ll still be able to install it yourself and we’ll document this in the release notes, but by default APT won’t allow repository packages from doing this on your behalf. thank you for that more detailed post. That first part about overwriting APT is what I was missing from my understanding. Canonicle is a largely used base in a lot of Linux Distros; they keep making decisions like this of their own accord it feels like. IDK how there's not more backlash against them in the Linux community and why Distros aren't starting to move away from using Ubuntu as their base. Fedora makes a good base as does Arch. There's a reason Manjaro has become my go to Linux Distro for quite a few years now when I need/want Linux. Linux Mint do have the debian edition, i think sooner or later LM will break from Ubuntu and just go the debian route My only problem with debian is they're slower to update packages. But that's not necessarily a bad thing as it allows them to make sure they're stable. It's one of the reasons I prefer Arch because I like to stay more up to date with apps. Actually isn't Ubuntu technically based off of Debian too just with a more bleeding edge package repo? Ubuntu is based on debian testing I think, no reason Mint can't do that too I thought so. So yeah if I were a distro builder I'd just start skipping the middle man that is Ubuntu and base directly off Debian Testing branch then2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Geezy and one other reacted to Brandon H for a topic
https://www.neowin.net/news/li...snapd-over-stealth-installs yes I've read that article which this one linked to but I still don't fully understand. for the average user being more locked down isn't necessarily a bad thing and for those tech gurus they usually install from source anyway so ... In a recent blog post they said: We also heard your queries on the topic of snapd. This is a topic which is important to us and we already explained our position last year: […] as you install APT updates, Snap becomes a requirement for you to continue to use Chromium and installs itself behind your back. This breaks one of the major worries many people had when Snap was announced and a promise from its developers that it would never replace APT. A self-installing Snap Store which overwrites part of our APT package base is a complete NO NO. It’s something we have to stop and it could mean the end of Chromium updates and access to the snap store in Linux Mint. A year later, in the Ubuntu 20.04 package base, the Chromium package is indeed empty and acting, without your consent, as a backdoor by connecting your computer to the Ubuntu Store. Applications in this store cannot be patched, or pinned. You can’t audit them, hold them, modify them or even point snap to a different store. You’ve as much empowerment with this as if you were using proprietary software, i.e. none. This is in effect similar to a commercial proprietary solution, but with two major differences: It runs as root, and it installs itself without asking you. First, I’m happy to confirm that Linux Mint 20, like previous Mint releases will not ship with any snaps or snapd installed. Second, to address this situation we’ll do exactly what we said we would: In Linux Mint 20, Chromium won’t be an empty package which installs snapd behind your back. It will be an empty package which tells you why it’s empty and tells you where to look to get Chromium yourself. In Linux Mint 20, APT will forbid snapd from getting installed. You’ll still be able to install it yourself and we’ll document this in the release notes, but by default APT won’t allow repository packages from doing this on your behalf. thank you for that more detailed post. That first part about overwriting APT is what I was missing from my understanding. Canonicle is a largely used base in a lot of Linux Distros; they keep making decisions like this of their own accord it feels like. IDK how there's not more backlash against them in the Linux community and why Distros aren't starting to move away from using Ubuntu as their base. Fedora makes a good base as does Arch. There's a reason Manjaro has become my go to Linux Distro for quite a few years now when I need/want Linux. Linux Mint do have the debian edition, i think sooner or later LM will break from Ubuntu and just go the debian route My only problem with debian is they're slower to update packages. But that's not necessarily a bad thing as it allows them to make sure they're stable. It's one of the reasons I prefer Arch because I like to stay more up to date with apps. Actually isn't Ubuntu technically based off of Debian too just with a more bleeding edge package repo?2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
alex_d2w and one other reacted to Geezy for a topic
I'm happy Mint is looking out for their users. I'm happy to be running it.2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Geezy and one other reacted to zikalify for a topic
https://www.neowin.net/news/li...snapd-over-stealth-installs yes I've read that article which this one linked to but I still don't fully understand. for the average user being more locked down isn't necessarily a bad thing and for those tech gurus they usually install from source anyway so ... In a recent blog post they said: We also heard your queries on the topic of snapd. This is a topic which is important to us and we already explained our position last year: […] as you install APT updates, Snap becomes a requirement for you to continue to use Chromium and installs itself behind your back. This breaks one of the major worries many people had when Snap was announced and a promise from its developers that it would never replace APT. A self-installing Snap Store which overwrites part of our APT package base is a complete NO NO. It’s something we have to stop and it could mean the end of Chromium updates and access to the snap store in Linux Mint. A year later, in the Ubuntu 20.04 package base, the Chromium package is indeed empty and acting, without your consent, as a backdoor by connecting your computer to the Ubuntu Store. Applications in this store cannot be patched, or pinned. You can’t audit them, hold them, modify them or even point snap to a different store. You’ve as much empowerment with this as if you were using proprietary software, i.e. none. This is in effect similar to a commercial proprietary solution, but with two major differences: It runs as root, and it installs itself without asking you. First, I’m happy to confirm that Linux Mint 20, like previous Mint releases will not ship with any snaps or snapd installed. Second, to address this situation we’ll do exactly what we said we would: In Linux Mint 20, Chromium won’t be an empty package which installs snapd behind your back. It will be an empty package which tells you why it’s empty and tells you where to look to get Chromium yourself. In Linux Mint 20, APT will forbid snapd from getting installed. You’ll still be able to install it yourself and we’ll document this in the release notes, but by default APT won’t allow repository packages from doing this on your behalf. thank you for that more detailed post. That first part about overwriting APT is what I was missing from my understanding. Canonicle is a largely used base in a lot of Linux Distros; they keep making decisions like this of their own accord it feels like. IDK how there's not more backlash against them in the Linux community and why Distros aren't starting to move away from using Ubuntu as their base. Fedora makes a good base as does Arch. There's a reason Manjaro has become my go to Linux Distro for quite a few years now when I need/want Linux. Linux Mint do have the debian edition, i think sooner or later LM will break from Ubuntu and just go the debian route2 points -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Nas and one other reacted to zikalify for a topic
https://www.neowin.net/news/li...snapd-over-stealth-installs yes I've read that article which this one linked to but I still don't fully understand. for the average user being more locked down isn't necessarily a bad thing and for those tech gurus they usually install from source anyway so ... In a recent blog post they said: We also heard your queries on the topic of snapd. This is a topic which is important to us and we already explained our position last year: […] as you install APT updates, Snap becomes a requirement for you to continue to use Chromium and installs itself behind your back. This breaks one of the major worries many people had when Snap was announced and a promise from its developers that it would never replace APT. A self-installing Snap Store which overwrites part of our APT package base is a complete NO NO. It’s something we have to stop and it could mean the end of Chromium updates and access to the snap store in Linux Mint. A year later, in the Ubuntu 20.04 package base, the Chromium package is indeed empty and acting, without your consent, as a backdoor by connecting your computer to the Ubuntu Store. Applications in this store cannot be patched, or pinned. You can’t audit them, hold them, modify them or even point snap to a different store. You’ve as much empowerment with this as if you were using proprietary software, i.e. none. This is in effect similar to a commercial proprietary solution, but with two major differences: It runs as root, and it installs itself without asking you. First, I’m happy to confirm that Linux Mint 20, like previous Mint releases will not ship with any snaps or snapd installed. Second, to address this situation we’ll do exactly what we said we would: In Linux Mint 20, Chromium won’t be an empty package which installs snapd behind your back. It will be an empty package which tells you why it’s empty and tells you where to look to get Chromium yourself. In Linux Mint 20, APT will forbid snapd from getting installed. You’ll still be able to install it yourself and we’ll document this in the release notes, but by default APT won’t allow repository packages from doing this on your behalf.2 points -
This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
+Warwagon and one other reacted to techbeck for a topic
You can avoid the Neowin paywall just by getting a subscription. It's so easy! Neowin to political. Used to pay when the site was more tech focused.2 points -
This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
naap51stang and one other reacted to techbeck for a topic
Only if it is about Neowin. Since it is YouTube, free game.2 points -
Grand Theft Auto V is coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 with exclusive content
NewGuy123 and one other reacted to d5aqoëp for a topic
Milk it baby!!!!! Milk it till it is drier than Atacama Desert.2 points -
Grand Theft Auto V is coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 with exclusive content
+Dick Montage and one other reacted to Mobius Enigma for a topic
5 years is now a decade?2 points -
Grand Theft Auto V is coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 with exclusive content
Jose_49 and one other reacted to dead.cell for a topic
Hey, maybe they can take advantage of their "super SSD" tech so loading times are improved. Seriously, even as a PC player, the load times for GTAV are utter trash.2 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
ubersicko and one other reacted to Skyfrog for a topic
First thing I thought of was an old wireless router from the early 2000s and reading around it seems I'm not the only one. I don't care for the design, looks cheap and tacky and nothing like a game console.2 points -
Launch 2020 brings a few new Windows 10 apps to the Microsoft Store
margrave and one other reacted to dead.cell for a topic
I was just gonna say I love posts like these. I love discovering new software, and I feel like the whole software news section just sits gathering dust because it's largely off the front page. Just a thought though, thanks for posting!2 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
trojan_market and one other reacted to calimike for a topic
wifi router2 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
Son_Of_Dad and one other reacted to jrolson for a topic
I would be to embarrassed to have this in my home...2 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
dead.cell and one other reacted to Scar for a topic
Beautiful.2 points -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
margrave and one other reacted to Cnónna for a topic
the playstation file binder and the Xbox waste bin2 points -
Microsoft won't sell facial recognition technology to police
DeusProto and one other reacted to Jazmac for a topic
Yes, Don't. They are already militarized to the point of a Gestapo,2 points -
Mozilla starts charging for Firefox Private Network browser extension
+Dick Montage and one other reacted to Fleet Command for a topic
Your linked article doesn't mention the CEO's salary. It mentions the chairperson Mitchell Baker, who is the highest-paid person and gets $1m per annum. And it mentions Tim Cook, who receives $102m per annum! Aside from that, there is a minimum salary law. And nobody is going to cut the salary of a CEO just because you enjoy being a freeloader.2 points -
Sony gives a look at the PlayStation 5 exclusive Horizon Forbidden West
aphanic reacted to Paul1979UK for a topic
I saw very little in the way of game play footage and no 60fps, I expected more really.1 point -
EA to unveil Star Wars: Squadrons on June 15
Geezy reacted to +Sledge for a topic
£1.99 for 4 jump to lightspeed tokens.1 point -
This simple URL trick can help you block YouTube ads and bypass paywalls
Ideas Man reacted to Tuskd for a topic
I don't mind the ads, as long as they are static and can be ignored by not looking at them. But websites that serve "In your face", "Click me to dismiss me", "Gotcha!", "You haven't seen it all", "This isn't what you think it is", etc. ads deserve blocking. Many Ad companies and website owners are forcing our hands by doing so.1 point -
Linux Mint 20 beta arrives without Chromium browser
Geezy reacted to wingliston for a topic
I'm loving version 20. Cinnamon seems more stable now. No garbage to disable but Firefox telemetry and Pocket. https://i.imgur.com/InW3AbU.png1 point -
Launch 2020 brings a few new Windows 10 apps to the Microsoft Store
margrave reacted to Steven P. for a topic
You can have software posts appear in the main news stream, hover on your name and click on Software to enable (or disable) it.1 point -
Grand Theft Auto V is coming to Xbox Series X and PS5 with exclusive content
NewGuy123 reacted to DramaInc for a topic
Still waiting for a Skyrim announcement as well.1 point -
Grass and dandelion issues
Bruinator reacted to +Biscuits Brown for a topic
You'll need a spreader. I use a blend for southern lawns. Your local HomeDepot or Lowes could suggest something for your area.1 point -
Resident Evil Village announced, coming 2021 to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Steam
dead.cell reacted to margrave for a topic
I will have this... Steam or Stadia!1 point -
Sony reveals the design of the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, and more
Jazmac reacted to ZipZapRap for a topic
Can’t say I’m a fan. I might buy it and then hide it behind the TV cabinet somehow.1 point -
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G down to its lowest price yet on Amazon
dustojnikhummer reacted to ACTIONpack for a topic
We still have 2 to 3 years until 5G will be mainstream. There really is no reason to buy a 5G phone in 2020.1 point -
Amazon bans police use of its infamous facial recognition software for a year
Vishwal reacted to James W. for a topic
Great support for looters.1 point -
Mozilla starts charging for Firefox Private Network browser extension
Jaybonaut reacted to Ccl Ncc for a topic
After all servers don't run for free...1 point -
Apple might announce its plans for ARM MacBooks at WWDC
MFH reacted to Brandon H for a topic
I think it's a good move. Apple's chips are way ahead of the competition, so that emulation may not be as painful like it is with the Pro X, plus these devices are probably going to include next gen chips will be even better. They'll probably do it right, we just haven't seen anyone do it well yet so its hard to imagine. I think Apple will just ditch any emulation and will force developers to go ARM. Developers follow Apple, not Microsoft. Hell, Chrome still does not have a WoA version I don't think so; there would still need to be a transition period otherwise people would complain that they can't install their normal apps like Chrome etc. (same reason the ARM version of Windows 8 crashed and burned) That is the point. ARM MacBook's userbase will be significantly larger than WoA combined so developers will be quick to port their apps. Oh I don't disagree but not all devs are speedy, especially depending on how big/complex the app is so a transition period is essential. Doesn't have to be long, maybe for 2 or 3 major versions before it's phased out. I still think developers like Google, Adobe, Microsoft and such will be very, very quick to port their apps to MacOSARM. Again, the install base will be significantly bigger than all of WoA devices combined. I would not be surprised if those companies already had MacOSARM Devkits Not likely; those big guys are the ones that took the longest the last time. And I'm not talking about PowerPC to x86, I'm talking about switching to 64bit. Adobe almost didn't have their products switched to 64bit in time on MacOS before Apple pulled the plug on 32bit support. What makes you think they'll be any quicker with this transition?1 point -
Microsoft's Surface Dock 2 is already 22% off on Amazon
Asharae reacted to mip for a topic
Define "better". But yes, very expensive. Though you need to realize this is for enterprise. And a lot of businesses don't bat an eye at dropping $200 on this stuff.1 point -
Apple might announce its plans for ARM MacBooks at WWDC
MFH reacted to adrynalyne for a topic
I don't see it being much different than the PowerPC to x86 transition. Apple did a good job with that cross compatibility emulation. If they can do that again then it will be a seamless transition that end users will hardly notice. I have a feeling Microsoft will eventually offer Windows on ARM ISOs just like the x86/x64 flavor; it's just a matter of time. So I doubt Bootcamp support will be going anywhere either. Agree. Apple has done this before and they will do the same again. As a buyer you won't need to think about the chip inside, it will be seamless and it will work like you expect. The emulation will work, the Apps you want and need will work. There will be no reason not to buy an ARM Mac. This is a very different approach to MS with ARM machines where you cant recommend anyone buy one. Yeah...except it wasn’t seamless last time and won’t be next time. Stop drinking the koolaid.1 point