Justice Department Demands Google Sell Chrome
The Justice Department has mandated Google to sell its Chrome browser, as part of antitrust remedies from a prior ruling deeming Google a monopoly in internet search. Google's stock dropped over 5% with the announcement, and hearings for potential divestiture will begin in April. These actions may significantly alter the internet economy and Google's business operations.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Launches 'The Hit List' Event
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 introduces 'The Hit List', its first event for Season 1, offering community and personal rewards. Running until December 5, the two-week event includes a new Power Drill Melee weapon and a Sirin 9mm secondary weapon unlockable through multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone eliminations. Aiming for 50 billion community eliminations, players contribute points to unlock items, with individual rewards also up for grabs.
Amazon and Best Buy Offer Black Friday Week Deals on Apple Products
Amazon and Best Buy are rolling out Black Friday week savings, with discounts on a range of Apple devices. The M4 Mac mini drops to a record low of $499.99, the M3 MacBook Air sees price cuts with models starting at $844, and the 2024 iPad 10 is now just $249.99. AirPods Pro 2 hit an all-time low of $160, while the black Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on offer for $719. Additionally, Amazon matches Best Buy's discounts, including up to $249 off the M4 MacBook Pro.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop Hits Record Low Price for Black Friday
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, a highly sought-after gaming laptop released in March 2024, is now available for just $1,099 on Amazon—down from $1,399. This limited-time Black Friday offer includes a high-performance Intel i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics, and a 165Hz display. Amazon's extended return window allows for returns until January 31, 2025, ensuring purchase confidence for holiday gifting.
Controlled Burn in Maryland Postponed Due to Weather and Ground Conditions
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has postponed a planned controlled burn due to unsuitable weather and ground conditions. The operation was aimed at reducing the risk of wildfires. New dates for the burn will be announced following further reviews.
Nvidia's RTX 5090 GPU May Cost $1,900, Rumored to Be Fastest Yet
Nvidia's unreleased RTX 5090 graphics card is rumored to cost around $1,900 and could be 30% faster than its predecessor, the 4090. Lacking an official release date, the RTX 5090 is anticipated to be the fastest GPU on the market, with a clock speed of 2.9 GHz. The pricing and performance details might be confirmed during Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's keynote at CES 2025.
Amazon Slashes Prices on MacBook Air for Black Friday
Amazon has cut the price of the 13-inch MacBook Air with an M3 chip by $255, offering it for $844. This Black Friday deal includes models with various configurations, also discounting versions with M2 chips and 15-inch screens, with savings up to $275.
Apple Plans Advanced Conversational Siri for 2026
Apple is developing a new version of Siri, named LLM Siri, with advanced conversational abilities simulating chatbots like Gemini Live and ChatGPT. Set for possible integration in iOS 18.2, the new Siri aims to have more human-like interactions and control third-party apps. Although it's being tested now, the full update is expected to launch in the Spring of 2026.
UK Watchdog Accuses Apple and Google of Restricting Browser Choice
A UK competition watchdog reports that Apple and Google limit mobile web browser options, favoring their own. This practice may undermine choice and competition on iOS devices. Apple counters, citing privacy and security concerns, while Google has yet to comment. Authorities seek to address Big Tech's market dominance, with the watchdog's final report expected by March.