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 Black Ops 6 CODMAS: what to expect from this year's Call of Duty Christmas event

Here's when to expect the Black Ops 6 CODMAS update, which will add new limited-time modes, maps, and skins, as part of this year's Call of Duty Christmas event.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/black-ops-6-codmas

 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra predicted colors: every rumored shade

We're expecting the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to be sold in seven shades, and we have a good idea of what they'll be.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-colors

 Is Path of Exile 2 on Xbox?

Path of Exile 2 has been eagerly anticipated, so when it arrives, will you be able to play on Xbox?

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-path-of-exile-2-on-xbox

 Is Path of Exile 2 on Xbox Game Pass?

Path of Exile 2 is launching very soon and lots of people want to know what the status is regarding Xbox Game Pass. Here are your answers.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-path-of-exile-2-on-xbox-game-pass

Upgrade to 4K for just $199 with this 27-inch Dell IPS monitor deal
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Microsoft doubles down, still won’t let older PCs run Windows 11
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This triple 4K mini PC is a certified banger and only costs $350 today
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Samsung is discontinuing its DeX app for Windows PCs
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Logitech’s ergonomic MX Vertical wireless mouse gets a rare sale
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Intel Arc makes its Steam Hardware Survey debut
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Max will start cracking down on password sharers next week
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How to get Microsoft Edge to read web pages and documents out loud to you
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Kindle Scribe 2 review in progress: Is slightly useful AI worth the extra cash?

My hand is cramping. It’s not carpal tunnel or some other dubious reason that’s causing the pain. It’s an analog ache that is oddly satisfying in a nostalgic way. In the last few days, I’ve held a pen and written more words for a much longer time than I have ever done in years. As I pushed myself to handwrite large parts of this review to spend more time with

1mo | Engadget
Fantasian, an Apple Arcade RPG, is now coming to consoles and PC

RPG fans who love Hironobu Sakaguchi's work may be familiar with Fantasian, a 2021 Apple Arcade exclusive. Now, Fantasian is coming to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC on Dece

1mo | Engadget
Three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is on sale for $29 right now

I don't know about you but I plan to spend the next three months tucked away watching movies, reading books and playing games under a warm blanket. Black Friday and Cyber Monday might have come and gone, but there are still plenty of worthwhile deals out there that I will be perusing in pursuit of my gaming goals.

If you have the same idea then let me point you toward a great sale currently on: The

1mo | Engadget
Amazon sued for alleged Prime delivery disparities in two majority-Black DC neighborhoods

Washington, DC’s Attorney General Brian Schwalb is suing Amazon for allegedly excluding certain ZIP codes from enjoying Amazon Prime’s speedy delivery. Schwalb claims that, beginning in 2022, Amazon stopped using its in-house delivery systems for Wards 7 and 8 while still charging those customers the same amount for a Prime subscription. According to Census Reporter, Ward 7 a

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This CEO sells low-cost drugs, and he says Big Pharma might not be the true adversary

For many Americans, pharmaceutical drugs are too expensive—and thanks to a system of complex and tedious bureaucracy, any effort for meaningful reform has been futile. Cost Plus Drugs wants to change that. With the help of co-founder Mark Cuban, CEO Alex Oshmyansky is radically re-engineering the pharma marketplace and dramatically cutting the price for many prescription drugs. Oshmyansky shares why Big Pharma might not be the true adversary, how Y Combinator got his company off the ground,

The FBI is urging telecom firms to boost network security following China’s cyberespionage

Federal authorities on Tuesday urged telecommunication companies to boost network security following a sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Amer

Australia’s social media ban for young kids raises questions about enforcement

It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history—one that experts say could accomplish something that parents, schools, and other governments have attempted with varying degrees of success: keeping kids off social media until they turn 16.

Barbarští válečníci za vlády Říma běžně válčili na psychotropních látkách

U pohřbených barbarských válečníků v zemích za hranicemi Římské říše, se často nacházejí nenápadné lžičky, u nichž není jasné, k čemu mohly sloužit. Polští badatelé jsou přesvědčeni, že je bojovníci používali ke šňupání psychoaktivních látek před bitvou a klidně i jindy. Jak se zdá, evropští barbaři neholdovali jen alkoholu. http://www.osel.cz/13807-barbarsti-valecnici-za-vlady-rima-bezne-valcili-na-psychotropnich-latkach.html

1mo | osel.cz
Fixing Version Solving Failed Errors

A few suggestions for solving the "version solving failed" error when updating your Flutter dependencies. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/fixing-version-solving-failed-errors/

Last Call for These Walmart Cyber Monday Deals, From AirPods to Smart TVs and More

Cyber Monday is over, but there's still time to snag some discounts across tech, fitness, home appliances and more at Walmart. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-walmart-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals: We Found 14 Lingering Offers With Up to $600 Off

Cyber Monday is over, but there's still a tiny window to save hundreds on our favorite robot vacuums. Act now, thank us later. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-robot-vacuum-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Cyber Monday Tablet Deals: Save Up to $400 on Apple, Samsung and More

We're well past Cyber Monday, but these tablets from Apple, Samsung and OnePlus still boast massive discounts. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-tablet-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Mortgage Rate Predictions for Week of Dec. 2-8, 2024

Mortgage rates could be in for a bumpy ride this month. It all depends on economic data and the next Fed meeting. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rate-predictions-for-week-of-dec-2-8-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Best LED Face Masks for 2024

Looking to elevate your skincare routine? Here's our selection of the most dazzling masks of the year that'll leave your skin glowing. https://www.cnet.com/health/best-led-face-masks/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 ExpressVPN launches new one-of-a-kind Dedicated IP service

The VPN provider promises that the unique IP cannot be traced back to you thanks to an innovative zero-trust approach. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/vpn/expressvpn-launches-new-one-of-a-kind-dedicated-ip-service

 One of NASA's top data centers taken offline by flood

NASA projects like IRIS, HMI and AIA have been affected by a burst pipe, taking a key data center offline.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/one-of-nasas-top-data-centers-taken-offline-by-flood

 Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here – how to find it, plus the best new features

Spotify Wrapped 2024 has landed, so you can see everything you've been listening to for the past 12 months.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/audio-streaming/spotify-wrapped-2024-how-to-find-it

 Spotify Wrapped 2024 live – all the latest on its new AI-powered features and how to find them

Spotify Wrapped 2024 has finally landed –here's our guide to using the recap's new features, plus all of our latest reactions.

https://www.techradar.com/news/live/spotify-wrapped-2024-live

Why you shouldn’t share personal data with ChatGPT or other AI chatbots
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Get two fast-charging 100W USB-C cables for just $15 right now
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 Biostar X870E Valkyrie Review: Still improving, still a ways to go

The latest-gen Biostar Valkyrie offers an updated appearance and BIOS, robust power delivery, Thunderbolt 4, and a lot of connectivity. But it has only one PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 socket, doesn’t come with Wi-Fi, and so far it doesn't seem to be available in the U.S.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/biostar-x870e-valkyrie-review

 Nvidia, flush with cash, looks to acquire new talent through mergers and acquisitions

Nvidia may be looking to buy other companies to expand its capabilities. In a recent conference, its CFO specifically mentioned the prospects for growth through mergers and acquisitions.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidia-flush-with-cash-looks-to-acquire-new-talent-through-mergers-and-acquisitions

This new startup wants to be your AI-powered boxing coach

The connected fitness boom of pandemic-era lockdowns is long behind us (hopefully), but Growl, a new startup, is still looking to bolt a workout to the wall of your home. Think of Tonal, except instead of resistance training, it's a boxing-inspired heavy bag session.

The wall-mounted Growl is, according to the company, powered by AI and Unreal Engine and appears to have overhead projectors, which beam the image of a life-sized coach onto the convex punching surface. 3D motion tracking

1mo | Engadget
The Morning After: Apple Music Replay is here to highlight your questionable tastes

Apple has wrapped up all your listening stats in a bow with its annual recap of your entire year in music streaming. This time, you can view the full Replay experience in the Apple Music app via the home, new and search tab — yes, no need to go to a microsite for your vital listening statistics. You can save a playlist of

1mo | Engadget
Spotify Wrapped 2024 includes AI-hosted podcasts discussing your listening habits

There's a chill in the air, lights have been strung through the trees and winter coats are a daily need. All this can only mean one thing: it's Spotify Wrapped season. Today, Spotify Wrapped begins rolling out to users across the globe with a slew of new features powered by

1mo | Engadget
Ubisoft is giving up on XDefiant

Ubisoft's first-person shooter XDefiant, which launched less than six months ago with some success, will

1mo | Engadget
Show HN: A Directory of Free, Open Source Alternatives to Popular Software

Hi guys,

I want to share the recent project i developed. I built AlternateOSS, a directory of free, open source alternatives and competitors to popular software.

Currently, i have listed 200+ tools so far and organized them carefully based on their main functionalities. I ranked them based on its category relevancy and feature completeness.

Some technical details & features:

- fully static site built with Astro

- View Transition API for smooth navigation

- Instant/static search w

1mo | Hacker news