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Kindle Colorsoft hits record low: $170 — Black Friday Kindle deals Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft has dropped to a record low of $170 for Black Friday, down from its usual $250. As Amazon’s first color e‑reader, the Colorsoft is a standout if you read comics, graphic novels or color‑rich magazines — and this sale makes it far more compelling than at launch. The Colorsoft combines a sharp color display with fast load times and responsive page turns. It also includes an auto‑adjusting front light, no default lock‑screen ads, and exceptional battery life — Amazon rates the device at roughly eight weeks of typical use on a single charge. Why the Colorsoft matters Color e‑ink: Better suited to comics, illustrated books and magazines than traditional black‑and‑white Kindles. Pinch‑to‑zoom: Zoom into panels and…

Albums 7.0: Popular iPhone music app arrives as a native Mac app Albums 7.0 brings the iPhone music manager to macOS as a standalone application. The Mac app mirrors the mobile version’s features and adapts the interface for desktop use, offering seamless playback continuation between iPhone and Mac. The update also allows users to open the playback Queue and the MiniPlayer in separate windows for flexible desktop workflows. According to the release notes, the Mac version is available at no extra cost to existing users. What’s new in Albums 7.0 for Mac Native macOS application optimized for desktop use Seamless handoff of playback between iPhone and Mac Queue and MiniPlayer can float in their own windows for better multitasking Feature parity with the iPhone app — no extra charge Who…

Uber One adds family sharing: add one adult free and unlimited teens Uber is expanding Uber One with a family sharing feature that lets members add another adult to their plan for free and include an unlimited number of teens. Everyone attached to the membership receives the same core benefits, including free delivery on eligible Eats orders and access to member perks like ride credits. Adding family members is straightforward: open the Uber app, go to Account > Uber One > Manage membership > Family sharing. Once added, family members can use free delivery, earn ride credits and enjoy the other Uber One benefits under the same plan. Holiday perks and limited-time offers Holiday ride upgrades: Uber says it will prioritize complimentary upgrades for members, targeting over one million upgraded…

Amazon Smart Plug Black Friday deal: now just $13 The Amazon Smart Plug is on sale for about $13 for Black Friday — roughly half off its normal price. It’s an easy, affordable way to start or expand a smart‑home setup if you rely on Alexa for voice control. These plugs are designed for simplicity: set them up via the Alexa app, plug in a lamp or appliance, and control it with voice commands or routines. You can group multiple plugs (for example, as "lights") and turn them all off with a single command. Key details Price: ~$13 during the promotion (check current listing for exact price and stock). Compatibility: Best for Alexa households — the plug only integrates with Amazon Alexa and not other assistants. Use cases: Lamps, coffee…

Apple releases a how-to video: cleaning your Apple Watch safely Apple has published a short instructional video demonstrating how to clean your Apple Watch safely. The clip walks through practical steps for keeping the case, sensors and bands in good condition while avoiding common mistakes like using harsh chemicals or soaking leather straps. Key takeaways from the video include powering off the watch before cleaning, removing the band when appropriate, using a soft, lint‑free cloth and a gentle brush with water for stubborn dirt, and ensuring the sensors on the back are fully dry before wearing. Apple also emphasizes avoiding abrasive cleaners, compressed air and household disinfectants that could damage finishes or seals. Band-specific tips Leather bands: do not soak; wipe with a damp cloth and allow to air dry.…

Sling Orange Day Pass: $1 Black Friday deal — 34 channels including ESPN Sling TV is offering a Black Friday promotion that discounts its Sling Orange Day Pass to just $1 through November 30. The day pass grants 24 hours of access to 34 channels — including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, TNT and TBS — making it a low‑commitment, low‑cost way to stream big sports events or a favorite show without a monthly subscription. The Sling Orange Day Pass includes DVR access and works across smartphones, tablets, web browsers and TV apps. It’s a handy option if you only need coverage for a single game, a sports weekend or a special programming day. What’s included Channels: 34 channels in the Orange package — sports (ESPN family), entertainment (TNT, TBS), kids and…

Yeelight adopts Matter: smarter, simpler cross‑brand lighting integration Yeelight, the lighting brand historically tied to the Xiaomi ecosystem, has announced support for the Matter smart‑home standard. That means Yeelight bulbs and fixtures should soon integrate natively with major smart home platforms such as Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa — without requiring the Yeelight app as an intermediary. Matter is an industry standard developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance to improve interoperability across device makers and ecosystems. With Yeelight joining Matter, users can expect fewer vendor‑lock headaches and easier device setup and control across multiple platforms and apps. What this change means Simpler setup: Matter devices can be added directly to supported ecosystems, reducing the need for separate manufacturer apps or cloud accounts. Broader compatibility: Yeelight products will be…

Daily AI roundup: Nvidia & OpenAI, OpenAI’s Atlas browser, Anthropic agents and Gemini robotics Today’s AI headlines show an accelerating push across compute, agentic tools and robotics. Major stories include reports of a large Nvidia investment in OpenAI, OpenAI’s new AI‑enabled browser Atlas, Anthropic’s agent extensions, and Google/DeepMind’s robotics model updates. Top takeaways Nvidia → OpenAI (reports): Unconfirmed reports say Nvidia plans a very large investment into OpenAI, deepening ties between a top chipmaker and a leading model developer and potentially improving OpenAI’s access to advanced hardware. OpenAI — Atlas: OpenAI announced an AI‑integrated browser called Atlas that embeds generative features into browsing workflows, signaling a move to bring AI directly into everyday web use. Anthropic — agent extension: Anthropic released a Claude agent Chrome extension that can interact with…

Daily AI roundup: Nvidia investment rumors, OpenAI’s Atlas browser, Anthropic agents and Gemini robotics Key AI developments today indicate an intensifying competition for compute, models and real‑world applications. Top headlines include reports of a major Nvidia investment in OpenAI, OpenAI’s new AI‑integrated browser Atlas, Anthropic’s agent extensions, and Google/DeepMind’s advances in robotics models. Here are the main takeaways, condensed for readers who want the essentials. Top headlines Nvidia → OpenAI: Reports say Nvidia plans a very large investment in OpenAI, which would deepen hardware‑model ties and potentially secure OpenAI priority access to advanced chips. OpenAI — Atlas: OpenAI announced an AI‑powered web browser named Atlas that embeds generative capabilities into browsing workflows. Anthropic — Agent extension: Anthropic released a Claude agent Chrome extension to let models interact with webpages and…

Daily AI roundup: Nvidia invests in OpenAI, OpenAI launches Atlas, Anthropic and Google push agentic AI The AI industry saw several major developments today: reports indicate Nvidia will make a very large investment in OpenAI, OpenAI announced an AI‑powered browser called Atlas, and competitors including Anthropic, Google/DeepMind and Microsoft rolled out notable updates in agents, robotics and foundation models. These moves underscore accelerating competition for models, compute and real‑world applications. Key headlines (concise) Nvidia ↔ OpenAI: Reports say Nvidia plans a multi‑billion investment into OpenAI, deepening ties between the leading AI chipmaker and the model developer and potentially improving OpenAI’s access to cutting‑edge hardware. (Report summary: MBHB) OpenAI — Atlas: OpenAI launched an AI‑integrated web browser called Atlas, aiming to embed advanced generative capabilities directly into browsing workflows. (Coverage: Crescendo…