Month: May 2026

Learning Word Vectors for Sentiment Analysis: A Python Reproduction

Learning Word Vectors for Sentiment Analysis: A Python Reproduction

We automated the analysis and made the code available on GitHub. came to me when I tried to reproduce the paper “Learning Word Vectors for Sentiment Analysis” by Maas et al. (2011). At the time, I was still in my final year of engineering school. The goal was to reproduce the paper, challenge the authors’ […]

Top Sprout Social competitors and alternatives in 2026

Top Sprout Social competitors and alternatives in 2026

Key takeaways Hootsuite is the strongest Sprout Social alternative for enterprise teams that need publishing, analytics, social listening, and compliance tools in one platform. Most teams explore Sprout Social competitors because of per-seat pricing that scales quickly, limited social listening at lower tiers, or the need for stronger enterprise governance. The best alternative depends on […]

Prime Video renews Reacher for season 5—here are 3 important updates for Amazon’s show

Prime Video renews Reacher for season 5—here are 3 important updates for Amazon’s show

Get ready for more Jack Reacher at Amazon. On Monday, Prime Video announced that Reacher, one of the service’s most popular shows, has been renewed for season 5. The news was announced ahead of Amazon’s upfront presentation. “From Lee Child’s globally beloved novels to its standout on-screen adaptation, Reacher has evolved into a true powerhouse […]

This default setting is why your Samsung phone battery doesn’t last all day

This default setting is why your Samsung phone battery doesn’t last all day

I recently upgraded to the Galaxy S26, and while I love it with all my heart, the thing that constantly bothers me is its relatively smaller, 4300mAh battery. Because of that, I’ve been looking for ways to stretch the battery life as much as possible without, of course, compromising the performance. And that search led […]

My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 9

My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Pixel 9

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Credit: Illustration by Ian Moore and product image courtesy of Amazon. The Pixel 9 came out in the fall of 2024 along with the 9 Pro and Pro XL, while the budget Pixel 9a […]

How to set social media goals in 2026 [10 examples]

How to set social media goals in 2026 [10 examples]

Key takeaways Social media goals should tie directly to business objectives like revenue, brand awareness, or customer retention. The SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) is the most reliable way to set goals you can actually track. Every goal needs mapped KPIs so you can measure progress and report results to stakeholders. The best […]

Google Ads to auto-link YouTube channels starting June 10

Google Ads to auto-link YouTube channels starting June 10

Google is set to automatically link Google Ads accounts with associated YouTube channels — according to communications sent to multiple advertisers — tightening the connection between video engagement and ad performance. What’s happening. Advertisers have received notices that, from June 10, 2026, Google Ads accounts that aren’t already linked to a YouTube channel will be […]

Skip the Porsche Macan EV—This plush German rival is cheaper and has more range

Skip the Porsche Macan EV—This plush German rival is cheaper and has more range

Luxury EVs are getting absurdly expensive. It’s becoming increasingly common to see compact electric crossovers push past the $80,000 mark once options are added, all while offering compromises in range, practicality, or driving feel. Badge appeal still carries a lot of weight in this segment, but buyers are beginning to ask a pretty reasonable question: […]