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  • Amazon Cyber Monday includes deals of up to 60% off Fire TVs, Ring cameras and more

    I get it — procrastination is my middle name too. Most of the time it’s no big deal but waiting much longer to tackle your holiday shopping? That could cost you serious coin. Luckily Cyber Monday is in full swing at Amazon and it feels like the weekend just refuses to quit. The everything store is dropping its devices to their lowest prices of the year. The message? Time to check off that holiday gift list — or reward yourself for surviving 2024.

    How good are we talking? Think jaw-droppers like the Amazon Fire TV Stick for just $18 — that’s over 55% off — and the Fire TV Stick 4K for $22, down from $50. Need a new smart TV? You’re in luck because they’re still on sale, starting at just $100.

    Wondering if prices could drop even further? Probably not, but if they do, we’ll let you know. In the meantime, we’ve rounded up even more Cyber Monday tech deals to keep the savings spree going strong.

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    To experience Bridgerton or The Bear in their full glory, you need top-notch 4K resolution — and this device delivers on any compatible screen. It makes browsing over 300,000 free movies and TV episodes practically effortless, and right now, it’s marked down to its lowest price ever.

    Save $28 | Lowest price ever

    $22 at Amazon

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    Don’t have a smart TV? No problem. For $18, this Fire TV Stick will give you access to thousands of apps and over 1.5 million movies and TV shows.

    Save $22 | Lowest price ever

    $18 at Amazon

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    Sick of waking up, grabbing your phone and immediately doom-scrolling Instagram or your news feed? Throw your phone on a charger away from your bed and use this Echo Show as an alarm clock instead. It’ll show you the weather, play your music and podcasts, even stream your favorite shows on Prime. And with the built-in camera, you can video chat your family and friends with ease. Want some privacy? There’s an easy-to-use toggle on top to open and close the shutter.

    $45 at Amazon

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    Amazon’s most powerful tablet packs in an 11-inch, 1200×2000 resolution screen, up to 128GB of storage and a solid 14-hour battery life. The 8-megapixel camera makes Zoom calls crisp, and whether you’re streaming, browsing or reading, this device handles it all, both at home and on the move. 

    Save $90 | Lowest price ever

    $140 at Amazon

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    With 4K resolution and HDR 10, this TV delivers a sharp, vibrant picture, no matter which of the 1.5 million available movies or shows you’re streaming.

    Save $170 | Lowest price ever

    $280 at Amazon

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    Thanks to this set’s quantum dot display, HDR content practically leaps (get it — quantum leap?) off the screen. Whether you’re watching a late-night movie or catching a game in a bright living room, the QLED screen delivers razor-sharp contrast in any lighting.

    PS: When you’re not using it, Ambient Experience tech turns your TV into a display for artwork or personal photos.

    $600 at Amazon

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    Are your apps eating up more space than your Fire TV Stick can handle? The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is your fix. With its quad-core processor, you can even play Xbox games like Forza Motorsport, Starfield and Palworld — no console needed.

    Save $27 | Lowest price ever

    $33 at Amazon

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    With an all-time low price, this is one heck of a deal on a great-looking TV. It has a lot of cool features, like the ability to pause content on one screen and pick it up without missing a beat on another. Not sure what to watch next? Alexa Voice Remote is onboard to help with that.

    Save $40 | Lowest price ever

    $100 at Amazon

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    While most TVs on this list feature 4K screens, this 42-inch 1080p model is hard to beat at just $130 (a mere penny off its lowest-ever price). It’s still high-def and it’s 72% larger than the 32-inch option, making it a great choice if you’re short on space but still want a significant upgrade to your viewing experience.

    $120 at Amazon

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    This gorgeous 4K Fire TV works with Alexa, no accessories necessary, other than the included remote, of course.

    $140 at Amazon

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    Don’t you think it’s time you smartened up … your entertainment setup? While Alexa makes searching and controlling your other devices a no-brainer, this set’s 1080p resolution, HDR 10 and Dolby Digital Audio bring the state-of-the-art audio and video you so richly deserve. And oh yeah: Fire TV offers access to over a million titles, including free options like Tubi and Pluto TV. Simply put, this set’s packed with features and capabilities you’d expect at a much higher price.

    Save $100 | Lowest price ever

    $150 at Amazon

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    Confession: While we’re loving all the deals in our Cyber Monday roundup, this 55-inch 4K TV is truly a standout. A bigger, higher-resolution upgrade from the models above, it delivers everything you need: impressive size, top-tier picture quality and all the apps, shows and movies that Fire TV brings to the table.

    $210 at Amazon

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    This 55-inch TV not only delivers stunning 4K visuals and Alexa Voice Remote convenience, but it features four HDMI ports, allowing you to connect all your other devices — like gaming consoles, Blu-ray players and soundbars — effortlessly. With access to top streaming services, it’s easy to find content and get personalized recommendations right on the built-in Fire TV interface. 

    $340 at Amazon

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    As big-screen upgrades go, this Amazon Fire TV hits the sweet spot between premium features and wallet-friendly price. For under $600, you’re getting a massive 65-inch 4K display with Dolby Vision and HDR 10, meaning those binge sessions or movie nights will look crystal clear and vibrant. Throw Alexa into the mix, and it’s essentially a smart-home hub masquerading as a TV. 

    $590 at Amazon

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    Need more screen real estate than 65 inches can offer? For $110 more you get around 33% more screen, perfect for larger rooms. Plus, with Fire TV built-in, you can access all of your streaming services (plus a ton more you’ve never even heard of) so you won’t be lacking in the entertainment department.

    $700 at Amazon

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    This is my personal pick. The 16GB storage is more than enough for all of my books, and the screen is bright, glare-free and easy to read. Plus, this jade shade is unbelievable. 

    Save $30 | Lowest price ever

    $130 at Amazon

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    Are you the Belle of your town and need more book storage than the average Joe (or Chris)? For $25 more, you get twice the storage of the regular Paperwhite, plus features like an auto-adjusting front light and wireless charging.

    Save $45 | Lowest price ever

    $155 at Amazon

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    As someone who comes from the world of the iPad, the thought of going back to a 16GB device felt like a mistake. I feared I’d constantly be running out of storage. Not so with the Kindle. I digitized all the books in my library and have barely made a dent. Another huge upside over tablets? The battery life. It lasts forever. 

    Save $25 | Lowest price ever

    $85 at Amazon

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    Think of this as the Kindle Kids’ cool older sibling. Like the standard version, it includes six months of Amazon Kids+ — a subscription packed with thousands of kid-friendly books for ages 3 to 12 — a no-worries two-year warranty, a durable, kid-proof cover and none of those distracting apps, videos or games. Plus, this version is waterproof and comes with a bigger display and a longer battery life.

    Save $40 | Lowest price ever

    $140 at Amazon

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    A kid’s Kindle? Do you know how fast my kid would break that? Indeed, Amazon does. That’s why it comes with a two-year “if it breaks, we will replace it” warranty. It also comes with the Parents’ Dashboard, which shows your child’s reading progress and lets you control what’s in their library, add age filters and set a bedtime. 

    Save $35 | Lowest price ever

    $95 at Amazon

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    If the Echo Dot feels like overkill, the Echo Pop is the more-subtle solution you’ve been waiting for. This pint-sized powerhouse still delivers great sound and smart features without taking over your space. Plus, it’s 55% off, bringing it down to its lowest price yet. Compact, functional and affordable — it’s a win for anyone looking to upgrade without the extra bulk.

    Save $22 | Lowest price ever

    $18 at Amazon

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    Amazon’s compact smart assistant is back on sale, and this time it’s 54% off — its lowest price ever. This is one of the most powerful Echo Dots out there, complete with built-in temperature and motion sensors to streamline your routines. You can even link up a few to cover your whole home. And if you’re big on privacy, no worries — just hit the mic’s off switch when you want to make sure Alexa stays quiet.

    Save $27 | Lowest price ever

    $23 at Amazon

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    The Echo Spot is practically designed for your nightstand, featuring a large, easy-to-read font that displays time, weather and temperature. Plus, it has a built-in speaker, allowing you to stream your favorite tunes from Amazon Music, Spotify and other services, as well as listen to podcasts or check your reminders.

    Save $35 | Lowest price ever

    $45 at Amazon

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    Don’t let its looks fool you — the Echo isn’t just another smart speaker. It combines impressive audio with a built-in smart home hub, making it easy to control your devices, plus it sounds great even when Alexa reminds you to grab the groceries. 

    $55 at Amazon

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    A larger, 8-inch version of the Echo Show 5 listed above, this one’s great if you want a bigger screen for streaming your favorite shows, following recipes while you cook or catching up with family on video calls. It’s the perfect middle ground — big enough to be super useful but still compact enough that it doesn’t feel like it’s taking up all of your counter space.

    $80 at Amazon

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    Is screen real estate more important than counter space? Then this Echo Show might be just the thing. Its screen actually swivels to follow you, so whether you’re reading a recipe or video chatting with family, you’re always in view. Oh, and it streams your favorite shows too — perfect for catching up on a series while chopping veggies or cleaning. Ditch that bulky old TV on the counter for something way smarter (and way more useful).

    $200 at Amazon

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    Growing up, I had a friend whose family computer was in their kitchen. I remember thinking that was so cool — an iMac right there on the counter for movies, iTunes (remember that?) and browsing the web. The downside? It took up a ton of space. That’s where the Echo Show 15 (and its bigger sibling, the Echo Show 21) comes in. Mount it on the wall or set it on a stand — it’s sleek, space-saving and way more versatile. From streaming your favorite shows and controlling smart devices to looking up recipes or making video calls, it does it all.

    $270 at Amazon

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    Give your ride a tech upgrade with the Echo Auto, now at its lowest price ever. With Alexa onboard, you can send texts, make calls and control your music, podcasts and audiobooks — all hands-free. With its five built-in microphones, Alexa will hear you loud and clear, even over road noise.

    Save $30 | Lowest price ever

    $25 at Amazon

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    Featuring a semi-in-ear design, these earbuds let you immerse yourself in music, podcasts or audiobooks without losing touch with the real world. Plus, with the charging case, they offer up to 20 hours of playback — all for under $25, the lowest price ever.

    Save $25 | Lowest price ever

    $25 at Amazon

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    Over 70% off? Yes, you read that right. These earbuds share the regular Echo Buds’ long-lasting battery, Alexa app compatibility and premium sound quality — plus the added benefit of active noise cancellation to keep distractions at bay.

    $35 at Amazon

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    Amazon’s Fire HD 8 tablet features a sleek design and all the essentials you’d expect, including an 8-inch HD display and a solid 13-hour battery life. Whether you’re binge-watching shows or scrolling through your favorite apps, this tablet keeps up with your on-the-go lifestyle — all for under $60.

    Save $45 | Lowest price ever

    $55 at Amazon

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    Newer, faster and significantly upgraded from the previous version, the Fire HD 10 is a tablet worth checking out — especially at $95 off its already affordable price.

    Save $95 | Lowest price ever

    $85 at Amazon

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    I’ll never forget the first time a friend showed me his house decked out with smart bulbs. Controlling every light with just your voice? Mind-blowing. Hearing they were $50 a bulb? Not so much. Thankfully, times have changed, and now you can snag six smart bulbs for less than what one used to cost.

    $8 at Amazon

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    If you’re dipping your toes into the world of home security, this doorbell camera is a fantastic place to start. For less than $30, you’ll get a full HD-quality picture, infrared night vision and the convenience of answering your doorbell right from your phone. Plus, Blink subscription plans start at only $3 a month.

    Save $30 | Lowest price ever

    $30 at Amazon

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    A weather-resistant option that will work both inside and out, this camera is 45% off and provides you with crystal clear 1080p video, two-way talk and a long-lasting rechargeable battery. 

    Save $45 | Lowest price ever

    $55 at Amazon

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    The newest version of the insanely popular Ring doorbell is already an incredible 40% off. With 1440p resolution, two-way audio and a lot of other useful features, this is the one video doorbell to rule them all. Even better? It’s “a snap to set up,” fans say.

    Save $40 | Lowest price ever

    $60 at Amazon

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    With this three-pack of outdoor cameras, you can blanket your property with security. Pair this with the Blink doorbell listed above, and you can keep an eye on everything going on around your house for less than $130.

    Save $160 | Lowest price ever

    $100 at Amazon

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    While the night vision on Ring cameras is good, a spotlight cam like this one will record anyone or anything that sets it off, and if that’s not enough, a built-in siren can spook any wannabe burglars.

    Save $60 | Lowest price ever

    $110 at Amazon

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    Forget about charging batteries; this wired floodlight option is one that you can install and forget about. 

    Save $80 | Lowest price ever

    $120 at Amazon

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    So you have all of the smart devices, how do you control them? The Alexa app on your phone is one choice. This Echo Hub is another. Mount it to your wall and anyone in the family can control the smart devices around the house, no searching for your phone necessary.

    $125 at Amazon

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    With coverage up to 4,500 square feet, this mesh Wi-Fi solution will make dead zones a thing of the past, and it’s over $100 off. The 1-, 2- and 4-packs are also on sale, so you can customize your Wi-Fi solution to your space.

    $195 at Amazon

    The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

    If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)

  • Startup-urile nucleare se confruntă cu o nouă concurență pe măsură ce gigantul energetic Enel intră în ring

    Gigantul energetic italian Enel pariază pe reactoare nucleare modulare mici printr-un parteneriat cu Ansaldo, o altă companie italiană de energie, și Leonardo, un contractor de apărare. Noua companie este de așteptat să fie anunțată în zilele următoare.

    Enel are deja o înțelegere cu startup-ul de reactoare modulare mici Newcleo pentru a dezvolta așa-numita tehnologie de reactoare nucleare de a patra generație. Noul efort Enel-Ansaldo-Leonardo și buzunarele adânci ale susținătorilor săi ar putea pune o presiune suplimentară asupra altor startup-uri cu reactoare modulare mici (SMR) care s-au luptat să construiască centrale electrice. Numai veniturile globale ale Enel sunt echivalente cu aproximativ 4% din PIB-ul Italiei.

    O mulțime de noi companii au apărut în ultimul deceniu pentru a comercializa reactoare mai mici. Cele mai multe dintre noile reactoare de astăzi sunt mari, capabile să furnizeze 1.000 de megawați de energie electrică, iar construcția lor durează ani de zile, depășind frecvent estimările bugetare. Startup-urile SMR, pe de altă parte, și-au pariat afacerile pe producția de masă și pe instalări rapide.

    Cu toate acestea, niciuna dintre aceste startup-uri nu a construit un reactor la scară comercială. Mai multe sunt încă în faza de proiectare, iar cei care au ieșit din aceasta s-au confruntat cu blocaje: cererea de autorizare a lui Oklo a fost respinsă de Comisia de Reglementare Nucleară în 2022, primul contract al NuScale a fost anulat în ianuarie, iar fuziunea inversă a X-Energy a eșuat. 2023.

    Cu toate acestea, pe măsură ce cererea de energie electrică pentru centrele de date AI a crescut, companiile de tehnologie au pariat că acest nou val de companii nucleare le poate potoli setea de energie. Amazon, Microsoft și Google au pariat cu toții pe energia nucleară în ultimele luni.

    În aceeași logică, Enel și partenerii săi urmăresc noi nucleare. Flavio Cattaneo, CEO-ul Enel, a declarat că compania a primit între 40 și 50 de scrisori de interes de la părți care speră să construiască centre de date în Italia. Până de curând, energia nucleară din Italia nu a fost luată în considerare, deoarece electoratul italian a votat de două ori împotriva centralelor nucleare, o dată în 1987 și din nou în 2011. Dar actualul guvern a declarat că intenționează să elaboreze noi reguli până la sfârșitul acestui an pentru a ridică interdicția.

    Cele trei companii se joacă de ani de zile cu o formă de colaborare. Leonardo lucrează cu Enel pentru a genera mai multă energie proprie, în timp ce Enel și Ansaldo au semnat un acord în martie pentru a explora tehnologia SMR. Tot în martie, Newcleo a făcut pereche cu Enel. (Ansaldo a fost deținut anterior de Leonardo, cunoscut pe atunci sub numele de Finmeccanica; cei doi s-au despărțit în 2013.)

    Deocamdată, Enel se mișcă cu prudență: Cattaneo a spus că centralele SMR sunt la aproximativ 10-15 ani distanță, lucru care se potrivește cu termenele pentru alte câteva companii SMR. Startup-urile vor trebui să se confrunte cu un concurent adânc în buzunar, dar cel puțin vor avea puțin spațiu de respirație.