Google TV Streamer 4K falls to $75 for Black Friday — best streamer pick at a record low The Google TV Streamer 4K is on sale for $75 as part of Black Friday promotions — the lowest price we’ve seen so far for this set‑top device. If you want to add modern streaming features to an older TV without buying a whole new set, this is one of the best value purchases right now. The streamer upgrades Google’s hardware lineup with a faster processor (about 22% quicker than prior models), 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, which helps with smoother app switching and better overall performance. It also integrates tightly with Google Home and offers a handy remote you can ping from the device when it goes missing. Key…

GoPro Hero 13 Black drops to $310 for Black Friday — top action cam deals The GoPro Hero 13 Black is on sale for $310 this Black Friday — about 23% off and a new record low for the flagship action cam. The Hero 13 Black remains one of the most versatile action cameras GoPro has made, with a new modular lens family, 5.3K capture and 2× optical zoom for tighter framing without cropping. Battery life has improved: expect roughly 90 minutes of continuous shooting at 4K/30fps depending on settings. The camera is lightweight and rugged, with waterproofing for everyday adventures and a vivid full‑color front screen that makes framing and reviewing footage simple without a computer. Key specs & highlights Video: Up to 5.3K resolution and 2× optical zoom…

Fortnite brings a Stranger Things Blitz map — drop into the Upside Down on Nov 21 Fortnite is launching a Stranger Things crossover with a limited‑time Blitz map that recreates a creepy Upside Down version of the Creel House. The map goes live on November 21 and offers quick, intense matches set in the show’s eerie environment. Trailers and leaks indicate playable skins for several familiar characters — Lucas, Dustin, Mike and Will — plus Vecna. Additional themed cosmetics (leaks mention a Vecna clock backpack) and emotes are expected, and festival music or event items may accompany the drop. What to expect Map: Blitz‑mode arena set around a twisted Creel House in the Upside Down for fast matches. Skins & cosmetics: Multiple Stranger Things characters, themed backpacks and emotes (leaks…

Fortnite brings a Stranger Things Blitz map — drop into the Upside Down on Nov 21 Fortnite is launching a Stranger Things crossover with a limited-time Blitz map that recreates a creepy Upside Down version of the Creel House. The map goes live on November 21 and brings quick, chaotic matches to the show’s eerie setting. Trailers and leaks point to playable skins for several core characters — Lucas, Dustin, Mike and Will — plus Vecna. Expect themed cosmetics like backpacks and emotes tied to the show, and likely festival music or other event content to complement the map. What to expect Map: A Blitz-mode arena set in the Upside Down around the Creel House for fast matches. Skins & cosmetics: Multiple Stranger Things characters, themed backpacks (leaks mention a…

Fortnite brings a Stranger Things Blitz map — drop into the Upside Down on Nov 21 Fortnite is staging another big crossover: starting November 21 players can jump into a Stranger Things–themed map for Blitz mode that recreates a creepy Upside Down version of the Creel House. The limited‑time map will feature character skins and themed cosmetics tied to the show’s upcoming fifth season. Leaked info and the trailer point to playable skins for key characters — Lucas, Dustin, Mike, Will — plus Vecna. Reports also mention additional cosmetics like a Vecna grandfather clock backpack and emotes, and ties to Fortnite Festival music could bring in iconic tracks too. What to expect Map: A Blitz mode arena set in the Upside Down around the Creel House for quick matches. Skins…

MasterClass Black Friday sale: up to 50% off annual subscriptions MasterClass is offering up to 50% off annual subscriptions for Black Friday, cutting the regular $120–$240 yearly plans roughly in half for a limited time. The deal unlocks the full catalog of hundreds of video lessons taught by industry leaders across cooking, writing, film, business, wellness and more. Classes are organized into short, structured video lessons and come with supplemental materials such as downloadable workbooks and assignments. Subscribers can stream on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and web browsers; progress syncs across devices and lessons are available for offline viewing. Why it’s worth considering Expert-led learning: Courses feature high-profile instructors (Gordon Ramsay, Neil Gaiman, Martin Scorsese and others) offering practical, career-drawn insights. Wide topic range: From culinary skills and filmmaking to…

Pladio: Free iOS app identifies internet‑radio tracks, adds CarPlay & music search Pladio is a new free app for iPhone and iPad that targets internet‑radio listeners who often encounter songs without title metadata. Developed by Swiss indie developer Patrick Diezi, the universal app automatically recognizes the currently playing track even when a station doesn’t provide metadata, and surfaces title info and music‑search tools. The app also supports CarPlay, making it handy for drivers who want quick track info without taking their eyes off the road. Pladio aims to bridge a common gap in online radio: when streams lack tags, users previously had to rely on separate recognition apps or manual searches — Pladio brings that functionality directly into the radio experience. Key features Automatic track recognition: Identifies songs playing on…

JWST reveals Apep: four serpentine dust shells around a rare Wolf‑Rayet system NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured a striking mid‑infrared view of the Apep system — a rare multi‑star system about 8,000 light‑years away that shows four serpentine shells of dense carbon dust. Previous observations suggested a single shell, but Webb’s sensitivity reveals multiple layers and dramatic structure shaped by stellar winds. The shells were produced by two Wolf‑Rayet stars — massive, evolved stars losing mass via powerful winds — over roughly the last 700 years. New analyses combining Webb data with years of observations from the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) indicate the two Wolf‑Rayets orbit one another every ~190 years and pass closely for about 25 years, a configuration that drives intense wind collisions…

Meta Quest 3S hits record-low $250 for Black Friday (128GB) Meta’s Quest 3S (128GB) is on sale for $250 as an early Black Friday offer — a record low from its usual $300 price. The deal includes a free copy of Gorilla Tag, making this a compelling entry point for anyone curious about standalone VR without breaking the bank. The Quest 3S uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip (the same family as the Quest 3), offers a 96° field of view, and a 1,830 × 1,920 pixel per‑eye display. It ships with Touch Plus controllers and 8GB of RAM, delivering solid performance for most VR games and apps despite slightly lower resolution than the Quest 3. Why it’s a good buy Value: At $250, the Quest 3S stands…

Kiel blocks 1,700 iPads at schools to prevent security risks The education authority in Kiel has disabled about 1,700 iPads across more than 30 schools after determining the devices — reportedly 7th‑generation iPads — no longer receive security updates. Local officials say the move was taken to preempt potential security vulnerabilities and protect school networks and student data. According to local reporting, the school office took the devices out of service and made them unusable for classroom use. The decision reflects growing concerns among administrators about running aging hardware that cannot be patched against newly discovered threats. What happened Scale: ~1,700 devices affected across 30+ schools. Device: 7th‑generation iPad models (no longer receiving security updates). Action taken: Devices were administratively disabled to prevent use on school networks. Reason: To avoid…