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• I’ve covered Black Friday deals for ten years, ask me anything (theverge.com)
  The Verge is hosting an AMA with commerce editor Cameron Faulkner, who will be answering subscriber questions about Black Friday at 1PM ET.
• Developer says Xbox 360, PS3 games will be "impossible to tell apart" (arstechnica.com)
  Which console will provide superior graphics, the Playstation 3 or the Xbox …
• Hello Doom. (theverge.com)
  Now we’re playing Doom on... receipts. This has gone on long enough. google_was_my_idea: > At this point, Doom might as well replace Hello…
• Skype goes for large-scale conference calling (arstechnica.com)
  Even after its acquisition by eBay, Skype continues to move ahead with new …
• Meta's AI guru LeCun: Most of today's AI approaches will never lead to true intelligence (zdnet.com)
  Fundamental problems elude many strains of deep learning, says LeCun, including the mystery of how to measure information.
• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen review: My favorite wireless earbuds just got a whole lot better (zdnet.com)
  The second-gen AirPods Pro got some meaningful upgrades. I'll break down my favorite improvements and one area where I want a little more.
• You can save 50 percent on Roborock and Eufy robovacs for Black Friday (theverge.com)
  Black Friday has arrived, bringing with it some of the year’s lowest prices on the best robot vacuums we’ve tested from Roborock, Eufy, Dre…
• Gartner claims Vista delay even longer (updated) (arstechnica.com)
  The major improvements in Vista will push the release to April-June, at least …
• Epic CEO Tim Sweeney says Steam should drop its ‘Made with AI’ tags (theverge.com)
  “AI will be involved in nearly all future production,” Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney wrote, arguing against AI disclosure in game stores.
• MacBook Pro users call for an end to whining by... more whining? (arstechnica.com)
  The OSx86 Project is calling MacBook Pro users for a unified assault on Apple …
• The US dodged a bullet this Atlantic hurricane season (theverge.com)
  Severe storms mostly steered away from the US this Atlantic hurricane season, but forecasters had to cope with fallout from DOGE and a gove…
• To alleviate DevOps skills issues, we need more AI skills, ironically (zdnet.com)
  Infusing artificial intelligence into DevOps will alleviate a lot of headaches. Of course, this means working with AI.
• United Airlines wants you to believe it's sexy (its employees don't like that) (zdnet.com)
  For your next business trip, you'll surely consider United now. Or will you?
• Evolution of a failed clinical trial (arstechnica.com)
  The seeds of the recent clinical trial problems in England may have been sown …
• Rivian’s software-powered e-bike won me over with its adaptability (theverge.com)
  I tested Rivian spinoff Also’s first electric bike, a software-powered uniquely designed dynamo with tons of adaptability and charm. But th…
• Network neutrality revived in the House (arstechnica.com)
  After his network neutrality amendment was voted down in committee, Rep. Ed …
• Sora and Nano Banana Pro throttled amid soaring demand (theverge.com)
  Google cites ‘high demand,’ while OpenAI says users can always buy more generations.
• ATI acquires Bitboys (arstechnica.com)
  This is probably the last time you hear of Bitboys, ever. The company is …
• Does Yahoo like spyware? (arstechnica.com)
  A class action lawsuit filed against Yahoo accuses the company of "syndication …
• Some of our favorite Blu-rays are cheaper than ever during Black Friday (theverge.com)
  Black Friday has brought a ton of deals on movies and TV shows on 4K Blu-ray. These discounts on new releases and classics will make for gr…
• Tessan’s 140W Universal Travel Adapter has hit a new all-time low (theverge.com)
  Tessan’s 140W travel adapter has hit a new all-time low for Black Friday. It can charge up to five devices at once, and two of its USB-C po…
• These handy tools can diagnose and fix your broken iPhone (zdnet.com)
  Having the right tools can mean the difference between a successful fix and breaking the gadget even more.
• Jit and ZAP: Improving programming security (zdnet.com)
  Simon Bennetts, the founder of the world's famous web app security scanner, OWASP ZAP, has joined the Jit code security company. Both will…
• Microsoft looking to buy into Yahoo? (arstechnica.com)
  Microsoft and Yahoo have been talking about presenting more of a united front …
• We found Black Friday deals on our favorite tech, and most are under $50 (theverge.com)
  We looked for Black Friday sales on some of The Verge’s best-loved items, including a foldable keyboard, a sling bag, and a fish feeder.
• Microsoft drops native SecurID support from Vista (arstechnica.com)
  Another feature promised for Vista falls by the wayside. Microsoft now says …
• Many C-level executives are preparing for a recession, study finds (zdnet.com)
  According to an IDC survey, many high-ranking executives are bracing for a recession and are looking to tech to combat economic downturn.
• The dark side of optimizing your metabolism (theverge.com)
  This week’s Optimizer tackles using continuous glucose monitors to ‘optimize’ your metabolism — and why it’s not all its cracked up to be.
• Come, relive the glory that is Dr. Sbaitso (arstechnica.com)
  He talked, he gave you advice, he came with your sound card. This guy was the …
• The best Black Friday deals on Apple AirPods — up to 47% off (theverge.com)
  Black Friday deals at Walmart Amazon and Best Buy include lots of AirPod models, including the latest AirPods Pro 3.
• What's new in LibreOffice and how do you install it on MacOS? (zdnet.com)
  An introduction for new users to LibreOffice and a new way to install it on MacOS.
• Mining scientific publishing (arstechnica.com)
  Nature presents a proposal for exposing their publications to more …
• Netflix settlement approved (arstechnica.com)
  The class-action lawsuit against Netflix has finally come to an end now the …
• Google Maps’ new power-saving mode is debuting on the Pixel 10 series. (theverge.com)
  First announced as part of the November Pixel Drop, the feature gives Google Maps a simplified black and white interface when you press the…
• Is Amazon about to ruin Alexa answers with ads? (zdnet.com)
  Because nothing is more comforting than a robot in your bedroom or kitchen pitching you to buy more stuff at all times of the day and night.
• The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories are heavily discounted on Black Friday (theverge.com)
  The Nintendo Switch 2 is one of the biggest holiday gifts this year, but don’t forget to buy these essential (often cheap) accessories duri…
• OMG! MySpace phone coming 4 u! (arstechnica.com)
  It's a great idea with a nice looking phone and some nifty features. The …
• Ask your burning Black Friday questions in our subscriber-only AMA. (theverge.com)
  Just a friendly reminder that today we’re hosting an AMA with me, one of The Verge’s commerce editors. Subscribers who have questions about…
• iOS 16's Lock Screen is more powerful than ever. Here's how to use it (zdnet.com)
  From widgets to custom wallpapers and clock — there's a lot you can with with your iPhone's new Lock Screen.
• NSA and CISA: Here's how hackers are going after critical systems, and what you need to do about it (zdnet.com)
  NSA and CISA offer some advice for critical infrastructure operators on how to protect their industrial control systems.
• Kingdom Hearts 2 sells a million. After the first 2 hours it's better, I promise (arstechnica.com)
  Square-Enix hits one out of the park, and now they just have to deliver a …
• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen: 6 tips and tricks to get the most out of Apple's newest wireless earbuds (zdnet.com)
  Trust me, if you just picked up Apple's new AirPods Pro earbuds, you'll want to read this.
• The best gaming, movie, and tech ornaments you can get in 2025 (theverge.com)
  You could put plain ornaments on your tree, but we’ve found some great alternatives that tap into nostalgia and nerd culture.
• New features on Xbox LIVE are just a touch underwhelming (arstechnica.com)
  Text messaging? That's the big update? MS fails to give us what we need before …
• Windows Live Shopping: great site unless you're using Firefox (arstechnica.com)
  Microsoft's new Windows Live Shopping site offers a lot of promise as it …
• An EV expo made me a believer: These aren't your dads' Priuses (zdnet.com)
  Here are the five things you need to know about today's electric vehicles.
• ModRetro recreated the N64 controller for its M64 console (theverge.com)
  The company revealed the design of its upcoming Nintendo 64 clone, but its features and performance are still unknown.
• These Lego kits for kids and adults are up to 50% off for Black Friday (theverge.com)
  Black Friday deals from Walmart and Amazon on Lego kits let kids and adults build their own Christmas decorations, roller-coasters, and bat…
• Front Row Enabler back online (arstechnica.com)
  Citing the suspect nature of an alleged letter from Apple Legal, Front Row can …
• Worried about quiet quitting? These Dos and Don'ts could stop it becoming a problem (zdnet.com)
  Quiet quitting is still a concern for managers everywhere, but companies can employ these initiatives to keep employees happy and productiv…