The Brutalist Report

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• Google shutters developer-only Gemma AI model after a U.S. Senator's encounter with an offensive hallucination [16d]
• This 2-in-1 laser engraver got 4.5 stars in our review - now it's got a massive price-cut and a free gift in Acmer's early Black Friday sale [16d]
• I want to see Apple, Samsung, and Google make phone cameras exciting again [16d]
• The IQAir Atem X wouldn't look out of place in the MoMA, but is one of the most efficient air purifiers I've tested [16d]
• iOS 26.1 has landed – these are the 5 biggest new features for your iPhone [16d]
• I tested Acer’s new affordable laptop and was surprised at how fast it was – but it’s not the best for entertainment [16d]
• Hate Windows 11? Just make sure you aren't falling for fake download sites hosting upgrade dodgy bypass tools [16d]
• 5 great free movies to stream on Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex and more this week (November 3) [16d]
• Microsoft introduces 'Ask Copilot' box to Windows 11's taskbar – but only if you want AI there [16d]
• Our pick for the best budget TV just dropped to its lowest-ever price on Amazon [16d]
• Younger workers are skipping meetings - and trusting AI to take notes for them [16d]
• The Fitbit Inspire 3 is now under $70, including six months of Fitbit Premium – which also includes a new AI coach [16d]
• Italy joins UK, France with mandatory age checks on adult websites [16d]
• Amazon declares war on 'dodgy Fire Sticks' – not even VPNs will be able to beat the block! [16d]
• OpenAI wants your next security researcher to be a bot - new Aardvark tool finds and fixes software flaws automatically [16d]
• Amazon's 2025 holiday sale is live – 33 pre-Black Friday deals from Apple, Ninja, Dyson, LG, Keurig, and Shark [16d]
• Black Ops 7 brings Call of Duty to a near-future Japan setting – and yes, there's going to be a cat cafe [16d]
• Battlefield 6 has a cheating problem – and its anti-cheat system is stopping SteamOS compatibility too [16d]
• Should you buy a pre-owned phone this Black Friday? It depends on what you're looking for [16d]
• US government warns Linux flaw is now being exploited for ransomware attacks [16d]
• The Lumix S1 II just took top spot in our video cameras guide, surpassing Canon, Sony and Nikon rivals – here's why [16d]
• Beware - ransomware gang is tricking victims with fake Microsoft Teams ads [16d]
• I put Napster View AI on my MacBook Pro, and I'm now convinced no one needs this much face time [16d]
• Don't wait until Black Friday, grab a Nintendo Switch 2 and two of its best games at a mega discount with this early bundle deal [16d]
• Traveling to Thailand? We've got your eSIM needs covered with this exclusive deal from Jetpac [16d]
• Adobe warns workforces risk being left behind without creative and AI skills [16d]
• This ingenious TV bench is secretly an elite projector screen – with hidden compartments for your home theater speakers or soundbar [16d]
• Is that free VPN a security risk? Here's what you need to know [16d]
• AI belongs to humanity, not superpowers [16d]
• Chinese hackers target European diplomats with Windows zero-day flaw [16d]
• Five ways to build a data foundation that actually lasts [16d]
• Whisper it, but a Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise and Return to Paradise crossover is one star’s big plan [16d]
• The rise of agentic AI in cybersecurity [16d]
• NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, November 4 (game #877) [16d]
• Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, November 4 (game #1380) [16d]
• NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, November 4 (game #611) [16d]
• Windows 11 is finally getting a handy Bluetooth headphone sharing feature for some – here's how it works [16d]
• Arc Raiders roadmap - here are the new maps, events, and major updates planned for 2025 and beyond [16d]
• Be quick! This early Black Friday Dell Latitude 3340 with 13th Gen Intel Core i3 has $230 off right now - it's the fastest laptop you can buy for under $300 and it even comes with Windows 11 Pro [16d]
• Google has a new experimental DeepMind AI tool to help your SMB scale marketing fast [16d]
• Looking for a gaming laptop this Black Friday? Here are the best early sales, plus advice on how not to get ripped off [16d]
• "We have terrible security practices" - University of Pennsylvania hackers say they've stolen over a million records in major cyberattack [16d]
• I can’t believe fans already dubbed new HBO Max show I Love LA a ‘knockoff Broad City’ – just wait for episode 2 [16d]
• BMW gets green light for ‘hands-off’ highway driving in major first – here’s how it works [16d]
• Apple could have a huge 2026 with these upcoming products – here’s what to expect [16d]
• There are 63 new Prime Video movies in November 2025 – here are 3 I think you shouldn't miss [16d]
• Rockstar Games co-founder on why GTA didn't come back to a London setting – 'the game was so much about America' [16d]
• Apple's latest budget smartwatch plummets to $199.99 at Amazon [16d]
• Daredevil: Born Again season 2 leak reveals full look at the titular hero's new outfit – and Marvel fans say it's the 'best he's ever looked' [16d]
• It's far from perfect, but Lomography's cheap Lomourette compact camera is packed with grainy lo-fi analog charm [16d]
• YouTube TV is giving up to $60 in credit after the Disney drama – here’s how to claim yours [16d]
• Windows 11's new Full Screen Experience is available for MSI Claw handhelds, but I still wouldn't choose it over SteamOS [16d]
• Prepared for a cyber attack? The three questions that businesses must ask themselves [16d]
• One of the top-rated Shark vacuums just got a huge 50% discount for Black Friday [16d]
• Apple rumored to ‘lean’ on Gemini for Siri’s big AI upgrade – here are 5 reasons why every iPhone user should want that [16d]
• Welcome Fortnite’s new alien overlords with this Kang and Kodos Glider, available to MyDisney account holders until February [16d]
• Fitbit's new AI-powered personal coach app is now rolling out to some – here's what's new [16d]
• Thousands fall victim to ransomware as European attacks reach record highs - here's why they're so at risk [16d]
• Nearly all creators admit they use AI tools for work - so is this the end of true creativity? [16d]
• Battlefield 6 gets temporary XP adjustments in the midst of a baffling Strikepoint exploit [16d]
• Workers are increasingly burnt out - and AI nagging and notification pings aren't helping [16d]
• Internxt is my favorite secure cloud storage provider - and there's a giant Black Friday sale [16d]
• How to watch College Basketball 2025/26: free NCAA live streams, TV channels, preview [17d]
• I've tested over a dozen coffee makers this year, and these are the 3 top bean-to-cup machines I recommend [17d]
• Robin Hood episode 2 on MGM+ has creator’s ‘favorite cliffhanger’ – and it’s absolutely brutal [17d]
• If you’re serious about mobile gaming, these are the gaming phones to look out for this Black Friday – including some great early deals [17d]