The Brutalist Report

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• An AI executive's dire warnings about the future are chilling – but his solution is worse than the problem [7d]
• This multi-faceted wet-and-dry vac is the best I've ever used [7d]
• North Korean hackers hijack Google's Find Hub to find and wipe target devices [7d]
• P-QD might be the hot new version of QLED TV tech – but is there actually any point in it for HDR TVs? [7d]
• I tested 11 pairs of open earbuds in 2025: these are the only 5 you should look for on Black Friday [7d]
• Building your dream PC is about to take longer and cost more - shortages see some shops now limiting SSD, HDD, and RAM purchases to prevent hoarding [7d]
• The BattlerGC Pro is one of the best retro gaming controllers I’ve ever tested [7d]
• How to watch Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 3 online from anywhere [7d]
• I saw the new Audi Concept C in the flesh – and it’s the first sports car concept that I actually want to be all-electric [7d]
• ColorOS 16 is rolling out to Oppo phones, here’s the 8 features to try first [7d]
• Your ultimate Black Friday deals guide – 7 perks and tips that can help save you money [7d]
• Lost your iPhone? Make sure you don't make things worse by falling for this evil phishing text giving you hope [7d]
• Black Friday deal alert: This fastest mini PC under $500 rivals Apple’s M4 Pro Mac mini for a fraction of the price [7d]
• Whisper it - Microsoft uncovers sneaky new attack targeting top LLMs to gain access to encrypted traffic [7d]
• The 25 best Black Friday TV deals so far - early sales on 4K, QLED and OLED TVs [7d]
• iRobot's in trouble and I hope we don't lose Roomba, the original and arguably best robot vacuum [7d]
• Microsoft 365 users targeted by major new phishing operation - here's how to stay safe [7d]
• Unitree robot dog with GPT smarts and 4D LiDAR vision gets early Black Friday deal - and it's cheaper than you might think [7d]
• These mini PCs got a big price cut ahead of Black Friday - and now they're all under $500 with the deals code [8d]
• How fast is your internet really? This new network service looks to solve speed debates for good [8d]
• ‘This type of French is impossible’: Diane Kruger on how HBO Max show The Seduction isn’t a good omen for Apple TV’s La Décision [8d]
• Early Black Friday offer makes HP Victus the cheapest laptop with a dedicated GPU at just $549 [8d]
• Black Friday isn't even here yet, and there are already some surprisingly generous discounts for Nvidia's RTX GPUs – it's time to open your wallet, gamers [8d]
• Final Audio's new earbuds will inspect your ears to tune your tone to perfection [8d]
• Paramount+ is making big changes in 2026 – and it’s not all good news for subscribers [8d]
• Nothing's earbuds and headphones deals have won Black Friday already – you cannot miss these 3 amazing offers [8d]
• This Sage espresso machine is the perfect step up from my current coffee maker – and it's 21% off in this limited-time Black Friday deal [8d]
• Wyze's new smart scale has a clever way to measure your health and fitness – and it's cheaper than its Withings rival [8d]
• I test coffee makers for a living and 3 of my favourite espresso machines are going cheap for Black Friday [8d]
• CyberGhost's limited Black Friday deal drops price to lowest all year [8d]
• Age verification lands in Italy − here’s how it affects VPN users [8d]
• An incredibly popular JavaScript library might have some worrying malware issues [8d]
• What is the release date for Pluribus episode 3 on Apple TV? [8d]
• Sony wants to extend the PS5 life cycle – 'We believe that the PS5 is only in the middle of the journey and we are really planning to expand it even further' says CFO [8d]
• I tested Samsung's mid-range QLED TV and while it has some strengths, it can't compete with better value mini-LED TVs from TCL and Hisense [8d]
• Pokémon Pokopia launches in March 2026, and it seems like it'll be the first Nintendo-published Switch 2 game to release on a Game-Key Card [8d]
• 5 ChatGPT prompts based on expert productivity hacks from viral self-help books [8d]
• VisionQuest gets an unlikely cast upgrade as Philomena Cunk star reportedly lands mystery role in new Marvel TV show [8d]
• Major phishing attack hits hotels with ingenious new scam that also spreads dangerous malware [8d]
• Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 review: A deep dive with the first ever smartwatch to feature sonar communication [8d]
• Dangerous Android VPNs are lurking on the Google Play Store. Here are the safe ones that are on sale. [8d]
• Leading AI companies keep leaking their own information on GitHub [8d]
• Walmart's best Black Friday deal is live – save 50% on a Walmart Plus membership [8d]
• Secretlab has huge discounts on chair and desk bundles, letting you upgrade your setup with some of the best gear around for less [8d]
• Valve's next VR headset tipped to launch this week – here’s what we know about the Steam Frame [8d]
• Early Black Friday deal alert: the Apple Mac mini (M4) is now only $499 - save 17% on this desktop powerhouse [8d]
• In the wake of the Louvre heist, Proton steps in to offer free password protection [8d]
• The ransomware payment ban: what’s the potential impact for UK businesses? [8d]
• Windows 11 laptops could get advanced haptic feedback for trackpads – and it's about time, MacBooks have had this for ages [8d]
• Use this hack to get 89% off Hostinger's website builder (including 2 months free + free domain) [8d]
• Congressional stopgap deal secures critical CISA Act and FCEA funding amid longest ever US government shutdown – but don’t expect it to end anytime soon [8d]
• Hunting some extra help around the home? Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot is on sale for Black Friday - and at just £18,999, it's less than a decent family car [8d]
• Why analytical AI deserves equal attention in the age of generative AI [8d]
• Infrastructure modernization is key to AI success [8d]
• NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, November 12 (game #885) [8d]
• Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, November 12 (game #1388) [8d]
• NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, November 12 (game #619) [8d]
• The Coros Pace 4 brings a substantial display update to the affordable Garmin rival [8d]
• Looking for an IT management tool to simplify your life? Try Rippling IT for free this Black Friday [8d]
• Firefox's new anti-fingerprinting protections cut user tracking by 70% [8d]
• Mullvad says goodbye to proxy search, citing big changes in the search industry [8d]
• The Google TV Streamer is getting Gemini's smarts – here's how you can check if your device is eligible [8d]
• Upgrade your business look this Black Friday- save up to $100 at Vistaprint on business cards, wall calendars and more [8d]
• Fake Facebook Business pages are bombarding users with phishing messages - so what can be done? [8d]
• Spotify Wrapped 2025 is almost here, but it needs to make these 3 changes to avoid last year’s epic fail [8d]
• Black Friday to the rescue? SSD prices could rise again, so now is the time to buy [8d]
• Is Apple TV still good value? Exec confirms it’ll remain ad-free (for now) but the price is creeping up [8d]
• The PS5 has now sold 84.2 million units since launch as Sony reports an increase in revenue for its games division [8d]
• ChatGPT 5.1 could launch soon - 5 features we’d love to see from OpenAI’s next generation chatbot [8d]
• I spent a week with the DJI Osmo Mobile 8, and it's just as good as pricier Hohem and Insta360 rivals [8d]
• Nvidia hasn't canceled RTX 5000 Super refreshes as previously rumored – but don't expect these GPUs anytime soon [8d]
• EU set to crack down on Huawei, ZTE hardware in member countries [8d]
• Black Ops 7 release time for your timezone – here's when BO7 launches for PC and consoles [8d]
• Leaked images suggest DJI is close to launching its first 360 degree drone – and it could land before Insta360’s Antigravity [8d]
• Despite being announced over seven years ago, The Elder Scrolls 6 is 'still a long way off' according to Todd Howard [8d]
• Verizon launches huge Black Friday sale: free iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S25, Pixel 10, and more [8d]
• Bring your brand to life this Black Friday- get 88% off premium logo packages at Design.com [8d]
• Whoops! Verizon just leaked a secret Pixel update – here are the upgrades you can expect very soon [8d]
• Google explains the Gemini Home rollout 'confusion' – and reveals when to expect a full launch [8d]
• There's $300 off this top-rated and powerful Dyson vacuum for Black Friday [8d]
• Ghost of Yōtei sold over 3.3 million units in its first month, Sony describes the sequel as a 'major hit' [8d]
• Sony is going whole hog on the weird ad campaigns again with its 'It Happens on PS5' campaign - that you'll get to see in real-life locations [8d]
• AI demand is leading to major data center expansions - but do they have the power to fully operate? [8d]
• Outlander season 8 finally confirms its 2026 release date – and it could be a huge clue for what’s to come [8d]
• These are the best Black Friday deals in the UK right now – I've hand-picked 50+ offers on appliances, TVs, laptops, headphones, and more [8d]
• James Gunn's Superman movie is getting a spin-off show – and it'll be led by one of the DCU film's breakout stars [8d]
• Apple has announced a limited-edition iPhone Pocket, and it’s not cheap [8d]
• Software budgets are being wasted on over-engineered IT tools [8d]
• 5 ways AI is supercharging DDoS attacks [8d]
• Dyson's V15s Detect Submarine for just AU$724 is my favourite early Black Friday deal – a new all-time Aussie low [8d]
• I tested the Kodak Ektar H35N half-frame film camera – it's cheap, it's crude... and I loved it [8d]
• What is the release date for South Park season 28 episode 3 on Paramount+? [8d]
• I've covered every Click Frenzy sale in the last three years – these are the 30+ deals I'd recommend right now [8d]
• Google will peel back a new era of AI images with Nano Banana 2 [8d]