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Passengers Forced To Wait For Bathroom As Southwest Pilot Spends 10 Minutes Flirting With Flight Attendant: FAA Rules Ignored?
100+View from the Wing / 15h
After 9/11, the cockpit gets blocked off when the door is opened. A pilot goes to the lavatory, and no one can approach the front of the aircraft. That makes sense, but the flipside is that this should be reserved only for the pilot's important needs. Here, a Southwest Airlines pilot flying from Dallas Love Field to Los Angeles spends a part of the flight chatting up a flight attendant, while pas



Bluesky is stepping up its bid to dethrone X by getting serious about verification and impersonation
84TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 20h
Bluesky is expanding its moderation team as the platform grows New verification and impersonation measures are coming Bluesky says it will have more to share on these features soon Users have been arriving on Bluesky in droves – many moving over from Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) – but while an influx of new users will please the Bluesky team, it does come with its own set of problems, includi


Sonos Redesigned Its App and Made a Subscription Model Possible
300+Wired / 17h
With revenue down for the second year in a row, Sonos needs to balance its books. Could a move that’s become familiar in the hardware industry help?



NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 2
Mashable / 2h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th


AWS launches an incident response service to combat cybersecurity threats
21TechCrunch / 2h
Companies often struggle with how to respond to cybersecurity incidents. According to one recent poll, only three out of five organizations have an incident response plan in place, and only around a third do regular drills to ensure that their plans remain effective. The consequences of poor incident response are costly. The International Monetary Fund […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.


AWS wants to make your call center interactions less painful
TechCrunch / 2h
Slowly but surely, Amazon’s AWS cloud computing unit has become a major player in the call/contact center space with its Amazon Connect cloud-based (and AI-centric) contact center service, which launched back in 2017. Today, companies like Air Canada, Dish Network and U.S. Bank use the platform for their customer service needs. At its annual re:Invent […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. F


Caffeinate the fam with a 2-in-1 Keurig on sale for Cyber Monday
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $49.99: As of Dec. 1, the Keurig K-Duo Essentials coffee maker is 50% off at Walmart for Cyber Monday. You'll pay $50. Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Duo Essentials $50.00 at Walmart $99.99 Save $49.99 Hosting family this holiday season? They're going to need coffee. And if you're relying on a single-serve coffee maker to caffeinate all your cousins and their assorted signific


Samsung has a buy one, get one free sale on Odyssey gaming monitors for Cyber Monday
Mashable / 3h
Buy One, Get One: In the Samsung Black Friday-Cyber Monday sale, when shoppers buy the Odyssey G9 4K 57 - Inch Gaming Monitor on sale, they'll also get the Odyssey G3 Monitor for total savings of $1,130. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 4K Quantum Mini-LED Gaming Monitor $1,599.99 at Samsung $2,499.99 Save $900.00 Get Odyssey G3 27-Inch Gaming Monitor for Free Typicall


NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 2, 2024
Mashable / 3h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e


Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 2
Mashable / 3h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su


NYT Strands hints, answers for December 2
Mashable / 3h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of


Joy to the Mario World: Nintendo Switch Mario Kart Bundles are back in stock
Mashable / 3h
Special Buy : As part of the Best Buy Cyber Monday Deal, you can get the Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle for $299.99 and the Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart Bundle for $349.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle $299.99 at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch OLED Model: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle $349.99 at Be


Not sure what you want for Christmas? Here are 15 excellent holiday gifts on sale for Cyber Monday


Mashable / 3h
If you haven't started your holiday shopping, it's time to get on it. You only have a few weeks to find all the gifts that will cement your status as the best gift-giver in history. OK, maybe that's too much pressure. Still, Cyber Week is an excellent time to snag gifts for everyone on your list at great prices — in many cases, the lowest prices of the year. If you're still asking yourself "What


Why are doctors wary of wearables?
22BBC News / 5h
Wearable tech claims to help monitor our health, but many doctors remain sceptical.


Y Combinator’s Demo Day is back in person
TechCrunch / 5h
As promised, startup accelerator Y Combinator’s imminent Demo Day will be happening in person. In fact, YC seems to have kicked off the IRL return of Demo Day at the end of the long Thanksgiving weekend, with an in-person Alumni Demo Day on Sunday for the Fall 2024 class of startups. Squad founder (and later […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Cyber Monday travel deals are the perfect excuse to book an extra holiday
Mashable / 6h
The best Cyber Monday travel deals: Best Cyber Monday hotel deal Sandals Beaches Resorts Take up to 65% off, get a $1,500 credit, and one free night Best Cyber Monday cruise deal Carnival Cruises Save up to $900 per room, get a $50 deposit, and qualify for a free room upgrade Cruise lines and hotel chains are offering major discounts for Cyber Monday, with savings up to $900 per room on Carnival


Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, December 2 (game #1043)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S


NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, December 2 (game #540)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.


NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Monday, December 2 (game #274)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read


Get the Best VPN for $2.99/Month: Cyber Monday Deal (85% OFF)
Gizmodo / 6h
Black Friday may be over, but the best VPN right now is extending its promotions for Cyber Monday. Don’t miss out before the deal expires!


Early Cyber Monday deal: You can still grab Beats Solo 4 headphones at 50% off
Mashable / 7h
Save $100: Early Cyber Monday shoppers can save $100 on the popular Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones. Normally $199.95, you can save 50% and pay just $99.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats / Amazon Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones $99.99 at Amazon $199.95 Save $99.96 Cyber Monday is officially here to steal the Black Friday spotlight, and while the calendar still says Sunday, retailers like


Cyber Monday Exclusive: Snag Top Web Hosting for $1.95/Month + Free Domain
Gizmodo / 8h
Cyber Monday is here. Hosting a website has never been more affordable with Hostinger's exclusive offer. Find out more!


What Happened to the Android One Program?
How-To Geek / 8h
Android One was a great idea on paper—a range of phones with Google's core software and no bloatware, often meaning stock-like Android and fast updates. It was awesome, and it produced some great phones, until one day it just... didn't.


Sorry If You Bought The Meta Quest 3S on Black Friday, It Just Dropped to a New Record Low on Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 8h
Amazon has just increased the promotional credit to $100, up from $75 during Black Friday.


Best Cyber Monday VPN Deals: Which Ones Are the Cheapest and the Best? ($2/month)
Gizmodo / 8h
Didn't fully take advantage of Black Friday? No worries! Here are the best VPN deals for Cyber Monday 2024 — the discounts are incredible.


Why I Use a Privacy Screen When Working in Public
How-To Geek / 8h
Privacy screens are an affordable way to protect yourself from nosy colleagues and strangers whilst traveling, but they aren't flawless.


No Mercy for Samsung, Amazon Slashes the Price of the 990 PRO SSD for Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 8h
Rated 4.8/5 on Amazon, it is one of the best internal SSDs available on the market.


101 best Cyber Monday deals from Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy, picked by a shopping expert
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Best Cyber Monday deals 2024 1. My top deals 2. TVs 3. Laptops 4. Appliances 5. Vacuums 6. Headphones 7. Apple devices 8. Phones 9. Tablets 10. Kindles 11. Smart home 12. Smartwatches 13. Gaming 14 . Cameras 15. Streaming It's the Sunday before Cyber Monday, which means most retailers have already launched their official Cyber Monday sales. As TechRadar's deals editor with eight years of experien


Top Rated Carry-On Bags For Every Budget: Get The Best Value For Your Money
View from the Wing / 8h
I'm not interested in the best at any price, or the cheapest. What I'm interested in is your thoughts on the best value overall - combination of quality and price - for someone who travels quite a lot. On many issues I have firm opinions. Here I will share my tentative thoughts. Continue reading ...


The Best Bluetooth Trackers of 2024
How-To Geek / 8h
Bluetooth trackers are a handy way to keep track of your things—whether it’s your keys, wallet, or even your pet. We bring you our top picks for Bluetooth trackers to help you easily find just about anything you might misplace.


The Ryzen 7 5700X Hits a Record Low This Cyber Monday, Amazon Needs To Clear Its Stock ASAP
Gizmodo / 8h
It's a fantastic desktop processor, especially at this price.


The Latest iPad Air Is Back In Stock, Now at a Record Low For Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 9h
The iPad Air strikes the perfect balance between performance, design, and price.


21 Best Black Friday Clothing Deals on WIRED Fashion (2024)
24Wired / 9h
We're practical, smart, and we wear hoodies, barefoot shoes, and climbing pants every day. You want to look like us. Here's how.


Last chance: These Black Friday deals are selling out fast
Mashable / 9h
Black Friday is coming to a close, and some of the hottest deals are already slipping through shoppers’ fingers. From premium tech to outdoor essentials, inventory is moving fast. At Amazon, some items are already sold out or only available through third-party sellers. At Target, Walmart, and Best Buy, Nintendo Switch bundles are long gone. And as Cyber Monday sales start heating up, procrastinat


Review: TRYP By Wyndham Sao Paulo Airport (GRU)
One Mile at a Time / 9h
During my two times to Latin America review trip , I spent a night(ish) at the 80-room TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) . This is the only airside transit hotel at the airport, so there’s a huge convenience factor to that. While I didn’t have a full night at the airport, I knew that getting some proper rest during my layover was essential to maintaining my sanity. I was arriving


This HP 14″ Laptop With Windows 11 Is Priced at $249, New Record Low For Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 9h
For less than $250, you can get a very good computer with Windows 11.


Pro-Russian hackers hit Japan with DDoS attacks over military ties to the US
2 TTPs•
21TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Russia issues warnings to Japan over its military posture with the US Pro Russian groups subject Japan to a spate of DDoS attacks Attacks target critical infrastructure and government bodies Pro-Russian threat actors have launched a series of coordinated DDoS attacks against Japanese organizations following Japan’s recent moves to strengthen its military alliance with the United States. Distribut


Tom Cruise May Take His Cinematic Intensity Underwater
49Gizmodo / 9h
Having saved the world on land and in the air, Tom Cruise could be taking his heroic talents to the depths of the ocean.


As a Plex User, I'm Begging Roku to Support PGS Subtitles
How-To Geek / 9h
My Plex media server is pretty modest—simultaneous transcodes are basically a no-go. Unfortunately, Roku's refusal to support PGS subtitles has made this situation a lot more difficult than it should be.


Death Clock app predicts the date of your death
39TechCrunch / 9h
A new app called Death Clock predicts the date of its users’ deaths and offers tips on how to push that date back. TechCrunch wrote about an iPod Death Clock app way back in 2006 — but developer Brett Franson told Bloomberg that with an AI trained on more than 1,200 life expectancy studies, his […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The Kindle E-Reader Is at a Record Low Price, Amazon Has Added More Stock For Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 9h
It will be one of the most popular gifts of the holiday season.


Intel Arc Battlemage GPU specs leak as company teases ‘big graphics news’ this week
Engadget / 9h
Intel is gearing up for an announcement on December 3 about its Arc GPUs, and a number of recent leaks paint a picture of what we can expect to see. In a post on X this weekend, Intel said only that it’s “got some big graphics news” coming, and wrote cryptically in a followup that it’s “going from A to B.” But reports from VideoCardz claim the event will bring a pair of Battlemage desktop GPUs —


Forget Black Friday, The Dyson Airwrap Hair Styler Is at a New Record Low For Cyber Monday
Gizmodo / 9h
This is way more than an average hair dryer.


For Cyber Monday, Amazon Is Selling The Surface Pro Much Cheaper Than on Black Friday
Gizmodo / 10h
Transform this laptop into a tablet in just a few seconds.


How to Edit WhatsApp Messages After Sending
How-To Geek / 10h
Ever sent a WhatsApp message only to spot a typo or realize you left out something important? We’ve all been there! Thankfully, WhatsApp lets you quickly edit any message even after it’s been sent.


TSA’s ‘Fix’ Is A Mirage: Are We Just Settling For Long Lines And 95% Failure Rates?
View from the Wing / 10h
There's a growing elite consensus that the TSA has been fixed and is no longer a problem. I think that the narrative is misleading. TSA pays screeners more, so it doesn't have a problem hiring screeners. That's made a difference in security lines at some airports. But that's the only dimension along which they've seemed to improve. It's also the one most visible to travelers, so they're getting t


The 7 Settings I Tweaked First When Moving to Bluesky From X
20How-To Geek / 10h
I've been a Twitter (now X) user for almost a decade, but I recently installed Bluesky on my device, and I think it's going to be my next X. While most of Bluesky's default settings are fine, there are seven options I recommend you change right away if you make the switch.


The 16 best Cyber Monday robot vacuum deals from Shark, iRobot, Dyson and more
Engadget / 10h
If vacuuming is one of your least favorite chores, a robot vacuum can take that largely manual process and make it almost entirely automated. And unlike a few years ago, you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a decent robot vacuum today. That being said, it’s always advisable to wait for the Black Friday and Cyber Monday time period if you want to get the best deal on a brand new robo-vac. This


Whats going on with ChatGPT and the name David Mayer?
21Mashable / 10h
For some unknown reason, typing the name "David Mayer" prompts an error message from ChatGPT . The internet is trying to figure out why. The issue first bubbled up a few days ago with one Redditor on the r/ChatGPT subreddit posting they asked "who is david mayer?" and got a message saying, "I'm unable to produce a response." SEE ALSO: ChatGPT Search: iPhone users can now leverage the AI search en


Not Sure If You'll Like Linux? Try It From Your Browser
How-To Geek / 10h
As a long-time Linux user, I enjoy encouraging others to try it. That's why I search for ways people can explore Linux without much hassle. There's virtual machines, there's WSL—then there's a platform that lets you run a Linux distro from the web browser you're using right now.


The best Cyber Monday laptop deals for 2024: Save on notebooks from Apple, Microsoft, Lenovo and more
Engadget / 10h
While most Cyber Monday sales are just extensions of discounts from Black Friday, they still present a good opportunity to grab a solid notebook at a decent price. To help you avoid wasting cash, we’ve researched reviews, checked price histories and rounded up a few Cyber Monday laptop deals that are genuinely cheaper than usual. The offers still bring several notebooks we’ve tested and recommend


Lego Cyber Monday deals: Save up to 32 percent on Star Wars, Super Mario sets
Engadget / 10h
We’re big Lego fans here at Engadget, so it’s not difficult for us to understand why the building block sets are some of the first items to sell out during the holiday shopping season. Kids and adults alike seek out Lego sets all year round, and they make particularly good gifts. Whether you know your recipient loves Star Wars or Super Mario, or they don’t have a fan-favorite franchise and just l


Moana 2 Continues Disney’s Year of Box Office Wins
30Gizmodo / 10h
After just five days, Moana 2 has already gone pretty far financially, and managed to break some records in the process.


How Trump’s Second Term Could Shape the Future of Health in America
55Gizmodo / 11h
We asked a health law expert about what to expect in the coming years: "It is critical that people exercise good judgment in the sources of their information to protect themselves."


The best Cyber Monday SSD deals for 2024: Save on storage gear from Samsung, WD, Crucial and others
Engadget / 11h
Black Friday has given way to Cyber Monday, but a number of SSDs , portable drives and microSD cards we recommend are still on sale. To help you separate the junk from the discounts worth your time, we’ve rounded up the best Cyber Monday storage deals we could find below. Before you dig in, note that storage prices have generally trended upwards over the past year, so many of the deals we highlig


Cyber Monday subscription deals for 2024: The best sales on Disney+, Peacock, Hulu, MasterClass and others
Engadget / 11h
We typically think of Black Friday and Cyber Monday as good opportunities to save on gadgets and pick up a few gifts at a discount before the holidays. But those savings extend to subscriptions and services in addition to tangible gadgets. Whether you’ve been thinking about trying a streaming service like Peacock or want to invest in a VPN service like ExpressVPN, you can do so during this time o


The next Realme flagship phone could break the 8,000mAh battery barrier – more than 2x the iPhone 16 capacity
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
There's talk that the next Realme phone battery could hit 8,000mAh Most consumer phones offer around 4,000mAh or less It's unlikely the phone will be sold in the US, UK, or Australia though As smartphone owners, we all want more battery life from our devices – and it looks as though Realme could raise the bar for flagship consumer phones with the introduction of a handset with an 8,000mAh capacit


Anker Cyber Monday deals: Save big on some of our favorite power banks, wireless chargers and other accessories
Engadget / 11h
Black Friday and Cyber Monday present great opportunities to get a bunch of tech for less, and some of the best deals you can typically find are on charging gear and mobile accessories. Anker makes some of our favorites in both departments, and this year a ton of Anker gear has been discounted as part of the Cyber Monday deals. Whether you’re looking for a new power bank to take with you on your


The best Cyber Monday TV deals for 2024: Save on models from Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense and more
Engadget / 11h
For the most part, the best TV deals for Cyber Monday are the same ones we saw during Black Friday (which have available for a few weeks themselves). That doesn't make it any less of a good time to grab a quality TV at a decent price, though. If you’re hoping to make a living room upgrade but aren’t sure which TV discounts are actually worthwhile, allow us to do the research for you. We’ve spent


The 10 Best Cash Back Credit Cards
77One Mile at a Time / 11h
If you’re not maximizing your credit card rewards, you’re leaving a lot of money on the table. Personally I like to earn travel rewards for my credit card spending (ideally transferable points ), and also do what I can to maximize various spending categories, including restaurants , supermarkets , gas stations , non-bonused categories , and even for large purchases . However, I also recognize tha


Chase Aeroplan Bonus Increases: Earn 100,000 Points With One Of The Best Airline Co-Brands
View from the Wing / 11h
Aeroplan's U.S. co-brand card has a new offer to earn up to 100,000 bonus points: earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 25,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months. Continue reading ...


New Bask Bank Offer: Earn 60,000 Miles Without Spending Money
View from the Wing / 11h
Bask Bank is one of the best ways to earn miles without actually spending money. Continue reading ...


Earn double points on Kindle Rewards through Cyber Monday
Mashable / 11h
EARN DOUBLE POINTS: Through Cyber Monday , enjoy double rewards on all Kindle book purchases. Shop this year's best titles and earn while you spend. Shop the Kindle Store Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $154.99 at Amazon (Save $45) Shop this year's best books "Martyr!" by Kaveh Akbar $6.99 at Amazon Shop this year's best books "James" by Percival Everett $14.99 at Amaz


Tired of pop-ups? Get AdGuard for 9 devices for just $16.
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Streamline and protect everyone's online world for life with the AdGuard Family Plan — just $15.97 (reg. $79) ahead of the holidays. Tired of bothersome ads interrupting you online? AdGuard's Family Plan offers a seamless solution with top-notch data privacy tools — for life. This plan includes powerful ad blocking and malware protection features, making your family’s browsing safer and mo


The 7 best cruise ship waterslides and watery fun zones
85The Points Guy / 11h
Call it the Battle of the Waterslides. In the past few years, the big names of the cruise industry — Royal Caribbean , MSC Cruises , Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line — have been locked in a game of one-upmanship when it comes to waterslides and watery fun zones on vessels. In addition to such over-the-top new attractions as go-kart tracks and roller coasters , the brands behind the


Maximize your Cyber Monday shopping with these 10 credit cards
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Whether you’ve been pregaming for Cyber Monday by compiling a wish list of discounted items (guilty as charged) or are just browsing to see what strikes your fancy, you should consider putting your credit cards to work to help you maximize those purchases. That includes adding on any extra discounts or reb


Should You Always Type "www" in a URL?
How-To Geek / 11h
Typing “www” before a website address feels like second nature to many internet users, yet some still believe leaving it out might lead to security issues. This idea is rooted in an outdated myth. Let’s explore why this belief holds no weight today.


The best Cyber Monday kitchen deals will save you up to 44 percent on Ninja, Breville, KitchenAid, Fellow and more
Engadget / 11h
We’re big fans of food at Engadget — and many on staff are veritable home chefs. So we’ve tested more than our fair share of kitchen gadgets, appliances and gear, putting the best of what we test in our various kitchen articles . Now that Cyber Monday is here, we’re finding a number of deals on the gear we recommend, with some appliances hitting new all-time lows. If you’re looking to improve you


World's largest PCIe Gen5 SSD gets tested and reaches almost 13GBps in sequential read; 60TB Micron 6550 Ion is super fast as it swaps QLC for TLC
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Micron 6550 Ion SSD comes in 30.72TB and 61.44TB capacities PCIe Gen5 G8 TLC NAND improves performance and efficiency Sequential read write speeds are over 12GBs and 5GBs respectively Modern data centers require high-capacity, energy-efficient SSD storage solutions to support data-intensive applications like AI and machine learning. Addressing these needs, Micron has introduced the 6550 Ion SSD,


Review: GOL Premium Economy Boeing 737 MAX (VVI-GRU)
One Mile at a Time / 12h
For the next segment of my two times to Latin America review trip , I flew GOL’s Boeing 737 MAX 8 premium economy on the 2hr50min flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra (VVI) to Sao Paulo (GRU). GOL is a powerhouse in Brazil, as the airline has a fleet of around 130 Boeing 737s, with another 100 or so jets on order. I was excited to finally fly with the airline. GOL doesn’t have a business class cab


The best Cyber Monday speaker deals for 2024: Big savings on JBL, Sonos, Echo, Marshall and more
Engadget / 12h
We’ve tested hundreds of speakers over the years, and we put the best ones into our buying guides — namely the ones for soundbars , portable Bluetooth speakers and smart speakers . Now that Cyber Monday has arrived, we’re seeing notable discounts on many of our top picks. So if you need a soundbar to make the dialogue on your TV clearer or want to take your music out on the porch once the weather


Apple Numbers vs. Microsoft Excel: Which Is Best for You?
How-To Geek / 12h
I’ve been a Microsoft Excel user for decades, but I’ve recently found myself using Apple Numbers more. These two spreadsheet apps are suited for different tasks, so if you’re considering switching sides yourself, here's what to expect.


Amazon Cyber Monday deals: The best sales on Kindles, Echo speakers, Ring doorbells and more
Engadget / 12h
Aside from Amazon Prime Day , Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the best times of year to pick up an Echo speaker, a Fire tablet or a Kindle ereader from Amazon. While the online retailer typically saves all of the best discounts on its devices for the members-only sale events, it’s a safe bet that those deals will come back around for Cyber Monday. This year is no different: we’re seeing record-


The 70 best Cyber Monday tech deals under $50
Engadget / 12h
Most tech costs a fair chunk of change (the PS5 Pro and iPad Pro jump to mind), but some smaller electronics are (almost) as exciting. Now that Cyber Monday is here, we’ve found dozens of deals on inexpensive electronics and accessories that cost less than $50. Unlike other lists you may find today, this one is made up of items we’ve tested, reviewed or otherwise recommend in our buying and gift


Cyber Monday gaming deals for 2024: The best sales for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC
Engadget / 12h
Another Black Friday has come and gone, but many of the better gaming deals we saw last week are still kicking. If you’re looking to pad out your backlog, pick up a new console or refresh your desktop with new peripherals, we've rounded up a few Cyber Monday gaming deals that are genuinely decent. The selection includes a ton of popular Switch , PlayStation 5 , Xbox and PC games at their lowest p


Stop Buying Membrane Keyboards
How-To Geek / 12h
Keyboards are among the most used everyday items in the world, yet most people still use mushy membrane keyboards. These keyboards dominate the market because they're cheap to make, not because they offer a good experience. Here's why everyone should stop using them.


The best Cyber Monday Apple deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and AirTags we could find
Engadget / 12h
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a new iPad, AirPods or Mac, Cyber Monday is your chance. Starting about a week before Black Friday, we began seeing all-time lows and first-time discounts on nearly everything Apple released this year and nearly all of them are still live. While it’s tough to find direct, non-carrier deals on iPhones, the rest of Apple’s lineup is on sale from reta


Elon Musk files an injunction to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit
Mashable / 12h
Elon Musk asked a court to stop Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, OpenAI, and other co-defendants from transitioning the ChatGPT maker into a for-profit enterprise. Per TechCrunch , Musk filed a motion on Friday evening in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, accusing Altman, Brockman, OpenAI board members, and stakeholder Microsoft of "violating the terms of Musk’s foundatio


Get the Most Out of Your AT&T Plan by Doing These 6 Things
How-To Geek / 12h
How well do you know the features and perks included with your AT&T wireless plan? From premium services to device security features, here's how to maximize your plan's value.