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12+ min ago (704+ words) Tony Ware is Managing Editor, Gear & Commerce for PopSci.com. He's been writing about how to make and break music since the mid-'90s when his college newspaper said they already had a film critic, but maybe he wanted to look through the free promo CDs. Immediately hooked on outlining intangibles, he's covered everything audio for countless alt. weeklies, international magazines, websites, and heated bar trivia contests ever since. He lives in Northern Virginia with his wife and an 8-pound Aussie Shepherd-Japanese Chin mix who loves exploring national parks and impressing the thru-hikers. We're big fans of Sony active noise cancellation headphones, declaring the current-gen. WH-1000XM6 a top pick for most people in our best travel headphones roundup. And if you're in the market for headphones (or earbuds) to take on planes, trains, and every terminal in between, it's the best time…...

14+ min ago (193+ words) Intel expected to begin shipping Apple's lowest-end M processor as early as 2027There have long been market rumors that Intel could become an advanced-node foundry supplier to Apple, but visibility around this had remained low. My latest industry surveys, however, indicate that" That being said, if you're a developer or care about performance consistency, dual-sourced chips could matter: build-to-order variations, shipping dates, and possibly even subtle differences. Nonetheless, if you love Apple Silicon's benefits and just want a Mac soon, there's no need to stall. As the rumor suggests, this may only affect lower-end models, and the real changes may come only by 2027. But just in time for the Black Friday rush, two big tech players - Microsoft and Perplexity AI - are stepping in to handle the stress for you. If you're thinking about upgrading your laptop this year, it's worth zooming…...

18+ min ago (214+ words) Apple has taken Intel's 18AP PDK and is preparing for a potential second-source shift. On that trajectory, Intel could begin shipping production silicon in the second or third quarter of 2027. This would mark the first time Intel had fabbed any Apple silicon since Apple dumped the company entirely in late 2023. Intel expected to begin shipping Apple's lowest-end M processor as early as 2027There have long been market rumors that Intel could become an advanced-node foundry supplier to Apple, but visibility around this had remained low. My latest industry surveys, however, indicate that'November 28, 2025 Kuo also notes that the move would align with Washington's push for more domestic semiconductor manufacturing. Intel's Arizona fabs are central to that policy and would be natural candidates to host 18A for an Apple order. For now, if accurate, Apple's decision to move beyond preliminary talks and into structured 18A evaluation…...

21+ min ago (440+ words) Organizations delay replacements due to existing systems still performing well Dell is warning the shift from Windows 10 to Windows 11 remains far behind expectations. As part of its most recent financial results, the company revealed the current transition rate is ten to twelve points lower than the pace seen during the previous operating system phase-out. For this reason, Dell expects flat PC sales next year, even though about 500 million PCs cannot run Windows 11 due to hardware limitations. Many of these systems remain functional enough that organizations have delayed replacement, Dell says, a mood which seems to affect every segment, from desktops to smaller systems such as a mini PC. Dell reported stronger results from its server and networking units as orders for AI-focused systems reached more than twelve billion dollars in the last quarter. Revenue from servers and networking climbed thirty-seven…...

24+ min ago (195+ words) " The best Black Friday deals you can shop right now (updating) " Published Nov 30, 2025 3:23 PM EST Prefer more screen real estate? The 15-inch MacBook Air with M4 keeps the same lightweight design but stretches things out to a 15.3-inch panel that's fantastic for split-screen multitasking, editing timelines, or just having Netflix running while you work. You still get long battery life, Apple Intelligence support, and that "throw it in a bag and forget it's there" feeling'just with more pixels. Not everyone needs a workstation. ASUS's Vivobook Go 15.6-inch is a classic "get stuff done" laptop: AMD Ryzen 3 CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a 15.6-inch full HD display in a slim, lightweight chassis. It's a solid pick for students, basic office work, or a secondary machine for travel'and exactly the kind of everyday laptop you want to grab when Cyber Monday drops the…...

35+ min ago (367+ words) The best MacBook deal I've ever seen " Shop Apple's full Cyber Monday sale Not to mention this is my all-time favorite MacBook model. I've used and reviewed plenty of laptops, but none quite compare to the featherweight powerhouse that is M4 MacBook Air. My friends in the UK can also take advantage of this Cyber Monday deal. It's not quite as eye-catching as the discount in the States, but it's still a solid 15% off of, in my opinion from hands-on testing, the best MacBook model you can buy. Students and remote workers especially: this deal won't last forever, so cash in on these savings while you still can. The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4) earned a well-deserved 4.5 out of 5 stars in our review. It's easily one of the best laptops I've had the pleasure of using, and at this Cyber Monday price…...

35+ min ago (386+ words) Additional classic games for NES and Game Boy " Nintendo Classics are now available through Nintendo Switch Online! Visit Nintendo.com for more info: https://ninten.do/6008Spp2s Subscribe for more Nintendo fun: https://goo.gl/HYYsot Follow Nintendo of America X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NintendoAmerica Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nintendoamerica Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nintendo Four new classic video game titles have been added to Nintendo Switch Online, as you'll ahve two new games for both the NES and the original Game Boy. First up, the difficuly has been ramped up in the NES library as you're getting Battletoads and Ninja Gaiden II: Dark Sword of Chaos, both of which will have you yelling at the TV for hours. Meanwhile, the Game Boy library now has Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters, as well as Bionic Commando. You can see more in the trailer above as they are all a part of the…...

39+ min ago (578+ words) Brady is a tech journalist for Android Central, with a focus on news, phones, tablets, audio, wearables, and software. He has spent the last three years reporting and commenting on all things related to consumer technology for various publications. Brady graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. His work has been published in XDA, Android Police, Tech Advisor, iMore, Screen Rant, and Android Headlines. When he isn't experimenting with the latest tech, you can find Brady running or watching Big East basketball. What you need to know - A new leak suggests the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold could cost around $2,500 in the U.S. - The latest pricing outlook for the Galaxy Z TriFold is more optimistic, as earlier estimates put the upcoming foldable at $3,000 or beyond. - The leak is related to an "internal sales channel announcement," but precise details…...

44+ min ago (404+ words) After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child." We have seen a ton of Black Friday and Cyber Monday Chromebook deals over the past few days, but many folks may be wondering what they can do to maximize their laptop experience before the sales wrap up. Well, you're in luck: a ton of the most essential Chromebook accessories on the market are still seeing outstanding discounts as we approach the end of the sales, and I've…...

46+ min ago (590+ words) Black Friday is technically over, but sales from major retailers are sticking around for Cyber Monday. We're tracking the best laptop deals from HP, Dell, Lenovo, Apple, and Acer at'Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy, just to name a few.' Also:'Our favorite Black Friday deals live now If you're looking for a new laptop, now's a great time to buy, as everything on this list was selected by our team of experts, who applied a'rigorous testing methodology'to evaluate hardware specs, including RAM, storage, battery, and, most importantly, performance. We only recommend laptops we've personally tested or are closely familiar with.' ' Need more help making a decision? We review laptops consistently, and our research can be found on our page on the'best laptops of 2025. ' Apple released the MacBook Air M4 earlier this year, so it's still the latest Air model you…...