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Amazon rebrands Project Kuiper to "Amazon Leo" as satellite internet program readies product stage Amazon has officially rebranded Project Kuiper as "Amazon Leo," signaling a shift from development project to a formal product brand for its low‑Earth‑orbit (LEO) satellite internet initiative. The company plans a constellation of over 3,000 satellites to serve roughly 95% of the global population, and it launched its first 27 satellites in April 2025. The new name emphasizes the network's LEO architecture and suggests Amazon is ramping up commercialization efforts. While Amazon has demonstrated key technologies — prototype satellites, a space laser mesh concept and user antennas — the full Kuiper/Leo constellation is still far from complete. Where Amazon Leo stands today Rebrand: Project Kuiper is now Amazon Leo, positioned as a consumer and commercial service.…

Apple to include MLS matches in standard Apple TV subscription — Season Pass discontinued Apple is reportedly ending its standalone MLS Season Pass and will make next season's Major League Soccer matches available through the regular Apple TV subscription. According to reports, the change mirrors Apple’s recent move to fold F1 coverage into Apple TV for all subscribers. Historically, many MLS games required an additional Season Pass fee (often $15/month or $99/season), even though Apple originally positioned some matches as included. Under the new arrangement, Apple TV subscribers (the standard plan) will be able to watch MLS matches without paying the extra Season Pass charge. What this means for fans Lower barrier to entry: Fans who already pay for Apple TV will get MLS access without an extra subscription fee.…

TikTok launches Bulletin Board: one-way inbox updates for creators TikTok has introduced "Bulletin Board," a new feature that lets creators send one-way updates directly to followers' inboxes. The tool supports text, links, polls, photos and references to other TikTok posts or live broadcasts — and followers who join can react to messages but cannot comment or reply. Bulletin Board is aimed at helping creators share timely updates and promotions without flooding their regular feed. TikTok suggests it will be especially useful for musicians and artists to share new releases and provide "pre-save" links to fans. How it works Creators can post multimedia updates (text, links, polls, photos) that go straight to followers' TikTok inboxes. Followers must opt in to join a creator's bulletin board from the creator's profile; once joined…

Google expands AI Mode: Flight Deals goes global, Canvas and agentic booking tools roll out Google has broadened its AI Mode capabilities across search and services. The Flight Deals beta — an AI‑powered natural‑language search that hunts for the best airfare — is expanding globally, while agentic booking features for restaurants, tickets and appointments are being rolled out to more US users. Alongside these updates, Google introduced Canvas: a workspace where users can build plans and projects, including trip itineraries. Within Canvas you can describe the type of trip you want and AI will suggest destinations, hotels and bookings, helping stitch together research into a coherent plan. What’s new Flight Deals (global beta): Ask in plain language and the tool searches broadly to surface good flight options and deals. Agentic…

EufyCam C35 bundle drops to €219 — early Black Friday price cut The EufyCam C35, which only hit the market a couple of weeks ago, is already seeing a steep price cut. As a Black Friday preview, the 4‑camera kit with the HomeBase now sells for €219 — a surprising discount so soon after launch. This bundle gives you multiple cameras plus the HomeBase hub, making it a convenient option for shoppers who want a complete, multi‑camera setup without hunting for individual components. The early discount makes the kit particularly attractive for families and renters looking to upgrade home security before the holidays. Quick facts Offer: 4 cameras + HomeBase for €219 (Black Friday preview). Timing: Price cut comes just weeks after the C35 entered retail — a rare early…

Dyson early Black Friday deals: 360 Vis Nav robot & cordless vacuums heavily discounted Dyson has kicked off early Black Friday discounts with notable cuts across cleaning gear. The standout is the Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum at roughly 50% off — down to about $500 — plus steep discounts on cordless models like the V9 Motorbar and V11 Extra. These deals are attractive if you prioritize raw suction power and reliable obstacle avoidance over extras like a self‑emptying base or integrated mopping. Below are the key offers and what to consider before buying. Top discounts to watch Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum: ~50% off, now about $500. Excellent suction and obstacle avoidance; no self‑emptying base but strong cleaning performance for dust, crumbs and pet hair. Dyson V9…

Dyson early Black Friday deals: 360 Vis Nav robot & cordless vacuums heavily discounted Dyson has kicked off early Black Friday discounts with notable cuts across cleaning gear. The standout is the Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum at 50% off — down to about $500 — plus steep discounts on cordless models like the V9 Motorbar and V11 Extra. These deals are appealing if you want best-in-class suction and reliable obstacle avoidance rather than extras like a self-emptying base or mopping. Here’s what to know before you buy. Top discounts to watch Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum: ~50% off, now $500. Excellent suction and obstacle avoidance; no self-emptying base but superb cleaning performance for debris, pet hair and dust. Dyson V9 Motorbar cordless: On sale for ~$270 (more…

Meta revamps Facebook Marketplace with collaborative shopping and AI insights Meta is updating Facebook Marketplace to make it more social and appealing to younger adults. The new features let users create shareable, Pinterest‑like "collections" of listings, invite friends to join those collections, and bring friends into chats with sellers to coordinate pickups or negotiate prices. The company is also adding AI‑generated "insights" for listings. Meta AI will suggest questions to ask sellers and provide vehicle‑specific information for car listings — intended to streamline research and reduce friction when buying used items. What’s new Collections: Create and share curated groups of listings; invite friends to collaborate. Group seller chats: Add friends to messages with sellers to coordinate logistics and ask questions together. Social listing features: Commenting and reactions on Marketplace listings…

Google adds Deep Research to NotebookLM — multi‑page reports and Drive integration Google has expanded NotebookLM with a Deep Research capability that mirrors a feature introduced to its Gemini chatbot late last year. NotebookLM can now be tasked to browse hundreds of web pages, compile findings, and generate an extensive multi‑page report on a topic — all automatically. The process may take a few minutes, and you can steer the research by asking the tool to prioritize specific online sources. After the report is generated you can use NotebookLM’s tools to extract insights, summarize sections or create study materials like flashcards and quizzes. New data sources and file support NotebookLM can now read and incorporate files from Google Drive, including Google Sheets, Microsoft Word documents and PDFs. You can add…

Early Black Friday tech deals: best discounts to shop now Black Friday sales have already started and the best tech discounts are popping up across categories — laptops, consoles, storage, smart home gear and more. Several standout early deals include the M4 MacBook Air for $749, a four-pack of AirTags for $65, and a 256GB SanDisk microSD Express card for $60. These early offers can save you a lot if you spot what you need, though the deepest record-low prices often land closer to Thanksgiving week. If you prefer to lock in savings now, many of these discounts are legitimate and worth considering if they match your wish list. Top deals to watch Apple MacBook Air (13", M4): $749 — a record low for Apple’s light, high-performance laptop. Apple AirTags…