Apple announces Black Friday event: “Der Countdown läuft” — Nov 28 to Dec 1 Apple has announced its Black Friday promotion for this year under the slogan “Der Countdown läuft” ("The countdown is on"). The event runs from Friday, November 28 through Monday, December 1 and will be available both online and at Apple retail stores where applicable. Early coverage suggests Apple’s offers may be modest compared with broader retailer discounts. Historically, Apple often emphasizes gift‑card bundles, trade‑in bonuses or limited promotions rather than deep, permanent price cuts on flagship hardware. What to expect Dates: Nov 28 (Friday) through Dec 1 (Monday). Availability: Apple Online Store and participating Apple Stores. Likely format: Gift‑card bundles, accessory bundles or modest discounts rather than heavy markdowns on the newest flagship devices. How to…

Apple announces Black Friday event: "Der Countdown läuft" — Nov 28 to Dec 1 Apple has launched its Black Friday promotion for this year, advertising a special shopping event under the slogan “Der Countdown läuft” ("The countdown is on"). The sale runs from Friday, November 28 through Monday, December 1 and will be available both online and at physical Apple Stores. Initial coverage suggests the promotion may not be a standout compared with other retailers’ Black Friday deals. Historically, Apple’s holiday events often focus on gift‑card offers or modest device discounts rather than deep price cuts — so expectations should be tempered if you’re hunting for big savings. What to expect Dates: Nov 28 (Friday) through Dec 1 (Monday). Availability: Online at the Apple Store and in Apple retail locations…

Xreal One Pro drops to $600 for Black Friday — AR glasses discounted Xreal’s smart glasses are on Black Friday sale: the Xreal One Pro is discounted to $600 (both sizes) — about $50 off — and the regular Xreal One is down to $400. These glasses aim to deliver a large virtual display experience without the bulk or price of higher‑end headsets. The One Pro features bright 1080p Micro‑OLED panels, a claimed virtual screen up to 222 inches and a roughly 57° field of view. The One (non‑Pro) offers a smaller virtual display and a 50° FOV. Both models connect to laptops, phones and consoles and support media, productivity and gaming use cases. Why these glasses stand out Image quality: 1080p Micro‑OLED panels provide sharp, bright visuals suitable for…

Kindle Colorsoft drops to $170 for Black Friday — record low Amazon’s new Colorsoft Kindle — the company’s first color e-reader — is on sale for $170 as part of Black Friday promotions, down from its usual $250. That makes this the lowest price we’ve seen so far. Amazon’s classic Kindle is also at a record low ($80) and the Paperwhite has dropped to $125. The Colorsoft is positioned as a higher-end Kindle for readers who want color content: it handles comics and graphic novels especially well thanks to its color display and pinch-to-zoom support that brings panels into focus. We found the device fast to load and responsive when turning pages, and it includes an auto-adjusting front light and long battery life — about eight weeks under regular use.…

Roku Black Friday deals: Streaming Stick Plus $20, Streaming Stick $16, Streaming Stick 4K $25 Roku’s Black Friday sale slashed prices on several popular streaming devices. The Streaming Stick Plus is 50% off at $20, the standard Streaming Stick is about $16, and the Streaming Stick 4K (with Dolby Vision support) drops to $25. The Roku Ultra is also discounted to roughly $70 — solid options to upgrade an older TV. The Streaming Stick Plus is our favorite pick for most people: it supports 4K HDR content, offers accurate universal search across channels, and draws power from your TV’s USB so it doesn't need a wall outlet. The Streaming Stick 4K adds Dolby Vision if that’s a priority, while the basic Streaming Stick is a low-cost alternative to other entry-level…

Best robot vacuums 2025: how to pick the right one Robot vacuums have matured: modern models offer strong suction, advanced mapping, object detection, mopping attachments and self‑emptying bases. Instead of a single best model, pick a vacuum that matches your floors, household routines and willingness to handle maintenance tasks. Below we break down the features that matter, practical buying tips and maintenance notes so you can choose the right robot for your home. What to look for Floor type: Carpets need stronger suction; hard floors benefit from mopping features. Match the robot to the dominant floor in your home. Suction & performance: Some manufacturers list Pascal (Pa) ratings — higher usually means better suction. Look for real‑world tests for fine dust, crumbs and pet hair pickup. Mapping & navigation: SLAM…

AirTag 4-pack drops to $65 for Black Friday — record low Apple’s AirTag four‑pack is on sale for $65 during Black Friday promotions — the cheapest price we’ve seen (about $16 per tag). Single AirTags are also discounted to $18, another record low. If you frequently misplace keys, bags or luggage, this is a good moment to stock up. AirTags pair quickly with iPhone: a tap connects them to your Apple ID and they appear in the Find My app. Precision Finding on compatible iPhones helps guide you to nearby items, and you can play a sound on the AirTag’s speaker to locate something in the couch cushions. Key details Sale price: Four‑pack for $65 (~$16 each); single AirTag at $18. Compatibility: Best for Apple users — AirTags work through…

Amazon Smart Plug drops to $13 for Black Friday — record low Amazon’s Smart Plug is on sale for just $13 as part of a Black Friday promotion — a $12 discount and a record‑low price. If you’ve been meaning to expand your Alexa‑based smart home or want inexpensive automation for lamps, coffee makers or holiday lights, now’s an easy time to stock up. The plug is designed for Alexa households: setup is virtually plug‑and‑play through the Alexa app (no manual Wi‑Fi password entry required). Once connected you can control devices with voice, create routines, and group plugs together (for example, "Alexa, turn all lights off"). Key details Sale price: $13 (Black Friday record low). Compatibility: Works only with Alexa — no Google Assistant or HomeKit support. Use cases: Lamps,…

Apple confirms partnership with Real Madrid to produce Vision Pro football content Apple has officially confirmed a collaboration with Spanish club Real Madrid to produce exclusive content for the Vision Pro headset. Apple’s Senior Vice President of Services, Eddy Cue, traveled to Madrid to announce and confirm the partnership after months of speculation. The announcement indicates Apple is continuing to expand Vision Pro’s catalog with high-profile, sports‑focused experiences that leverage spatial video and immersive presentation. Details about the format, timing or whether the content will be limited to certain regions were not disclosed. What we know so far Apple and Real Madrid are partnering to create Vision Pro‑exclusive football content. Eddy Cue visited Madrid to confirm the collaboration; the project follows earlier rumors. Technical and distribution details (release date, subscription,…

Yann LeCun departs Meta to launch AMI startup focused on physical‑world AI Yann LeCun, Meta’s Chief AI Scientist and head of the Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) lab, is leaving the company after 12 years to start his own AI venture. He says the new startup will continue the Advanced Machine Intelligence (AMI) program he has pursued at FAIR, NYU and beyond, and will partner with Meta on some initiatives. LeCun described the startup’s goal as building systems that better understand the physical world, have persistent memory, can reason and plan complex action sequences — capabilities he believes won’t come from simply scaling large language models. He will remain at Meta through the end of the year while the new company ramps up. Context and why this matters Research direction: LeCun…