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Resolute Raccoon: The Ubuntu 26.04 mascot. Canonical Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Shuttleworth still sees hope for a Linux desktop with broad appeal. Seager stressed Canonical is improving its development pipeline. Both executives believe in Rust for improved Linux security. At the Ubuntu Summit 25.10 at Canonical […] More

When is Black Friday? Black Friday used to just be on the last Friday of November each year. However, many retailers now offer their own sales over the course of a full week, and so you can expect sales to appear from around Monday, Nov. 24. Black Friday itself lands on Friday, Nov. 28, and leads up to Cyber Monday on Dec. 1. Are VPNs really cheaper during Black Friday? Yes, they can be. Or, at least, you will find upgraded services available for the same price that are only around during promotional events. The closer we get to Black Friday, the more likely VPN deals are to appear — especially as rival companies compete for your attention. You’ll be able to pick up a solid, secure VPN for as little as a few dollars per month. How did we choose these early Black Friday deals?ZDNET only writes about deals that capture our own interest — devices and products we want, need, or would recommend not only to our readers, but to friends and family. Our experts look for deals at least 20% off (or hardly ever on sale), using established price-comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually worth your time. We also examine customer reviews and rely on our own hands-on experience with new tech to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products we’re recommending. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice and to make you aware of price drops so you can shop smarter.  More

When is Black Friday?Black Friday always occurs the day after Thanksgiving in the US. This year, it falls on Friday, Nov. 28. However, you can expect deals the week leading up to the day, as well as all weekend long.Are deals really better on Black Friday?For some big-name brands, Black Friday is the only time specific devices go on sale all year. It’s also the time of year that you’ll see the biggest discounts on bigger devices, such as phones, laptops, TVs, tablets, etc. So yes, it’s definitely a better time to snag a deal than other sales events. How did we choose these Black Friday deals?ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.  More

When is Black Friday? Black Friday is Friday, Nov. 28, the day after Thanksgiving. While it’s typically associated with general retail sales, we’re seeing a lot more online deals, as well. Cyber Monday, the traditional online shopping sale day, is Monday, Dec. 1. Both of these days will have some great deals, and there will be some overlap. Are laptops really cheaper during Black Friday? Absolutely. Both Black Friday and Cyber Monday see price drops that are often better than regular sales. Online retailers feel the pressure to deliver significant deals during the holiday, and consumers expect to find exclusive deals that are better than regular sales. How did we choose these early Black Friday deals?ZDNET focuses on products we’ve either covered personally or can vouch for through personal use. We’ve tested and reviewed almost all of the products on this list, linking to our reviews wherever possible to help provide context around each individual product. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.  More

Elevation Lab TagVault fabric mounting tag <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Elevation Lab’s TagVault is $14.99 on Amazon, and comes in two- and four-packs. The tag is a discrete solution to installing AirTags in backpacks, jackets, or other fabric articles, and is tough enough to withstand a lot of abuse. Put some thought into where you […] More

<!–> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways The new Windows 11 Start menu is now rolling out to all users. The menu brings a more flexible layout to the Apps section. Don’t like it? You can still turn to a Start menu replacement. The Windows 11 Start menu has been […] More