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Fire TV Stick 4K Max hits $35 for Black Friday — high-end features at a bargain Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for about $35 this Black Friday — roughly 41% off its usual price. The 4K Max packs advanced features like Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, HDR10+, Wi‑Fi 6E connectivity and Amazon’s fastest Fire TV Stick processor, making it one of the best value 4K streamers available right now. The device is a compact dongle that plugs into your TV’s HDMI port and delivers crisp 4K playback and improved app performance. It also includes Amazon’s Ambient Experience for displaying artwork while idle and supports cloud gaming options like Xbox Cloud Gaming for casual play. Key specs & highlights Video & audio: 4K, Dolby Vision, Dolby…

Apple tests LLMs for activity recognition by converting sensor data to text Apple researchers are exploring whether large language models (LLMs) can improve the analysis of simple sensor inputs — like motion and environmental readings — by first translating those signals into short textual descriptions and then using an LLM to fuse the results. The study is titled "Using LLMs for Late Multimodal Sensor Fusion for Activity Recognition." The approach is called late multimodal fusion: rather than feeding raw numeric sensor streams into a single model, the system converts sensor events into concise text snippets and hands those to an LLM that performs higher-level reasoning across modalities. According to the paper, this combination can make activity recognition (detecting actions or contexts from sensors) more reliable than some conventional pipelines. Key…

Best Black Friday tech deals to shop now — our curated roundup Black Friday season has stretched into a weeks‑long shopping marathon, and retailers are rolling out discounts across laptops, headphones, smart home gear, streaming devices and more. We tracked the standout tech deals available now so you can skip the noise and find the best value. Highlights include Apple AirPods Pro 3 for about $220, the iPad A16 at roughly $279, Roku Streaming Stick Plus for $19, PS5 consoles $100 off, Meta Quest 3S for $250, Kindle Colorsoft for $170, and a long list of budget picks under $50. Top picks — quick look AirPods Pro 3 — ~$220: flagship earbuds with improved ANC and extra features for Apple users. Shop on Amazon. iPad A16 — ~$279: great entry…

Stranger Things season five: new trailer teases Vecna showdown — first four episodes land Nov 26 Netflix released a new trailer for Stranger Things season five that ramps up the stakes: Vecna returns, Demogorgons pour into Hawkins, and the town faces a militarized showdown. The teaser mixes action, explosions and darkly familiar character beats, setting the stage for the series finale. The trailer includes tense moments and a pointed line from Dustin: “I wanna see Vecna’s heart on a platter.” Fans also see the gang preparing a plan to confront Vecna — and a dramatic sequence where Steve drives his car into an Upside Down portal with Dustin, Nancy and Jonathan aboard. Release schedule First four episodes premiere on Wednesday, November 26 at 8PM ET — perfect for a Thanksgiving‑weekend…

Audi adds Disney+ to in‑car apps: stream on central and passenger displays (parked only) Audi has added direct access to Disney+ through its integrated Audi Application Store. Owners can install the Disney+ app on compatible vehicles and sign in with an existing account to watch films and series on the car’s central display while the vehicle is parked. In cars equipped with the optional passenger (co‑driver) screen, the app also supports playback there — giving a way for passengers to watch content independently. Audi’s approach mirrors a broader trend toward richer in‑car entertainment options, though playback is restricted to stationary use to meet safety and legal requirements. What to know How it works: Install Disney+ from the Audi Application Store and sign in; content plays via the vehicle’s infotainment displays…

Google TV Streamer 4K drops to $75 for Black Friday — best price so far Google’s new Google TV Streamer 4K is on sale for about $75 this Black Friday — a notable discount from its usual $100. The streamer offers a faster processor than previous Google sticks, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, a full Google TV interface and smart home integration, making it a strong pick to modernize an older TV. The wedge set‑top design includes a small remote (you can ping the remote from the streamer if you misplace it), but you’ll need an HDMI cable if you don’t already have one. The device pulls together apps and content into a unified Google TV interface and adds tighter Google Home controls through a convenient slide‑out panel…

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…