Apple got a mixed victory in a patent infringement lawsuit against medical device maker Masimo. On Friday, a federal jury determined that Masimo had infringed on some Apple patents, and as part of the verdict, Apple was awarded $250 — yes, just $250 — as a statutory remedy for Masimo’s infringement.
$250 is the statutory minimum damages for the alleged infringement and Apple had sought that figure, Bloomberg Law reports. “We’re not here for the money,” Apple attorney John Desmarais said to jurors in closing arguments, according to the publication.
Masimo’s W1 smartwatch, Freedom smartwatch, and health module infringed on one patent, while Masimo’s charger infringed on another, per the verdict form. The jury also found that Masimo’s infringement was willful.
In September, Apple launched its latest smartwatch, introducing the Apple Watch Series 10 alongside a black rendition of the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Each wearable has its own pros and cons, as does the second-gen Apple Watch SE, but the recent introduction of the new wearables also means there are now more Apple Watch models on the market than ever before — and a lot more deals to be had.
But with all of those options, which one should you pick? Generally speaking, you want to buy the newest watch you can afford so that it continues to receive software updates from Apple. The latest update, watchOS 11, launched in September on the Apple Watch Series 6 and newer, ultimately leaving those still using an older Series 4 or Series 5 behind.
Picking up a watch from the latest (or a recent) generation ensures you’re getting a smartwatch with an updated design, a robust number of features, and plenty of sensors. Now, let’s get to the deals.
The best Apple Watch Series 10 deals
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The Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger, wide-angle OLED display with up to 30 percent more screen area. It’s also thinner and lighter than its predecessors.
The Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger, wide-angle OLED display with up to 30 percent more screen area. It’s also thinner and lighter than its predecessors.
The Apple Watch Series 10 represents the latest wearable in Apple’s flagship Series lineup. It features the new S10 SiP chip, faster charging, and a wide-angle OLED display that’s brighter, larger, and easier to read than that of previous models. It weighs half as much as the Ultra, too, and is about 30 percent thinner despite its new 42mm and 46mm sizing. Other upgrades include an added depth and water temperature sensor, as well as a new FDA-cleared sleep apnea detection feature, the latter of which is also available on the last-gen Series 9 and Ultra 2.
While the improvements are certainly welcome, the Series 10 isn’t a vast departure from the prior model, the Series 9. That being said, you can already pick up Apple’s latest wearable at Amazon in the 42mm sizing with GPS starting at $365.28 (about $34 off). The GPS-equipped model is also on sale at Amazon in the 46mm variant for $398 ($31 off), while the LTE models can be had at Amazon starting at $470.36 (about $29 off).
The Apple Watch Series 9 features the company’s last-gen S9 processor, which paved the way for offline Siri use and Apple’s double tap gesture. It also has the second-gen ultra wideband chip for Precision Finding if you have an iPhone 15 or 16.
The Apple Watch Series 9 represents a slight upgrade over the prior model, the Apple Watch Series 8. It uses Apple’s S9 SiP processor and second-gen ultra wideband chip, though there aren’t many significant differences beyond that.
In 2023, Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 9 alongside the second-gen Ultra. It uses Apple’s last-gen S9 SiP chip and a second-gen ultra wideband chip, which allow for onboard Siri processing and precision finding with select iPhone models. It also features a brighter, 2,000-nit display and support for Apple’s nifty “double tap” feature — two minor additions that are also present on the Series 10.
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The Series 9 has been out for more than a year, but certain configurations have become increasingly difficult to find with the arrival of Apple’s latest watch. Luckily, the GPS-equipped Series 9 is still on sale at Amazon in the 41mm sizing starting at $299.97 (about $99 off) or in the 45mm configuration at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for around $329 ($100 off). There are also a handful of deals to be had on the LTE models with cellular connectivity, though none of them undercut the current price of the LTE-equipped Series 10 model by much, hence their exclusion here.
The latest SE borrows a few features from the Series 8, including the same chipset and Crash Detection feature, but it’s an otherwise subtle upgrade from the last-gen SE.
Apple’s entry-level wearable represents a minor upgrade when compared to the prior SE, though it does sport a faster chipset and make use of many watchOS 11 features.
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The Apple Watch SE received a refresh in late 2022. It has the same chipset as the Series 8, which is great, but with fewer sensors, no always-on display, and a slightly outdated design compared to the Series 8 and Series 9. Those omissions might take this out of the running for some people, but it still may be exactly what you’re after. Best of all, it starts at $249 for the 40mm Wi-Fi / GPS model, which is $30 less than the previous generation’s baseline cost. Opting for cellular connectivity bumps the starting price up to $299 for the 40mm size (44mm adds $20 to each configuration).
At the moment, the best deals on the latest Apple Watch SE can be found at Amazon and Walmart, where you can pick the 40mm model with GPS in select styles starting at $189 ($60 off). The 44mm configuration, meanwhile, is available in select styles at Amazon and Walmart starting at $219 ($60 off). If you want the LTE configuration, the 40mm configuration is currently on sale at Walmart for $229 ($70 off), or in the larger 44mm sizing at Walmart for $259 ($70 off), its usual sale price.
The rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes in one size: 49mm. It offers the brightest display of any wearable in Apple’s lineup, along with better battery life and improved performance. It sports Apple’s last-gen S9 SiP, too, allowing you to take advantage of Apple’s handy double tap feature.
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The latest Apple Watch Ultra launched at $799 in September of last year with GPS and LTE support, much like the original model. The ultra-capable smartwatch has the most features, sensors, and ruggedness of any Apple Watch model available thus far, along with a display that’s 50 percent brighter than the first Ultra. The 49mm smartwatch also packs Apple’s S9 SiP and second-gen ultra wideband chips, just like the Apple Watch Series 9, while maintaining long-lasting battery life, precise GPS tracking, and a bevy of diving-friendly sensors.
In recent months, we saw the Apple Watch Ultra 2 dip to as low as $642 ($157 off) in select configurations. Right now, however, it’s only on sale at Amazon with an Alpine Loop or Ocean Band starting at $699.99 (about $99 off), or with a Trail Loop starting at $758.99 (about $40 off). The Ultra 2 is also available at Best Buy and Target, though neither retailer is currently discounting the wearable as steeply as Amazon.
While all of the Apple Watch models and colorways covered here are encased in aluminum (except the Ultra 2, which has a titanium build), Apple does make a more premium range built out of stainless steel and titanium. These offerings are functionally and aesthetically similar to their aluminum counterparts, with slightly refined colors and finishings — polished for the stainless steel and brushed for the titanium. However, they start at much steeper prices of $699 and above. They, too, can often be found on sale, but they’re never discounted as low as the standard base models, so we don’t include them here.
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers.
What letters do today’s Quordle answers start with?
• D
• C
• B
• S
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Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT TO SEE THEM.
Quordle today (game #1006) – the answers
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The answers to today’s Quordle, game #1006, are…
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Well, this was about as easy as a Quordle ever gets for me. Like, really, really easy.
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My strategy involves playing three set start words every day, and though I have experimented with other approaches, it’s by far the most successful I’ve tried. Those three words are STARE, DOILY and PUNCH and today they gave me all five letters for the top-left answer, four for the top- and bottom-right quadrants and three for the bottom left.
The first of those merely needed me to solve an anagram, then – which I did to find DUCHY, possibly the hardest word here simply because it’s not a widely used term. CANNY was the other contender for toughest to solve – it has a repeated N, after all – but there was no other option for me, so it was again rather simple.
SMART was another where the answer was given to me by my start words – I knew it was S-ART and didn’t have any other letters that could fit but the M. So that just left BLOCK. Here I did need a bit of luck, because it also could have been FLOCK, but with only a 50/50 ahead of me there was no point in playing a word to narrow down those options, so I guessed BLOCK and solved it in seven.
NASA has issue a warning about two asteroids — Asteroid 2024 QA and Asteroid 2024 JV33 — moving really fast towards towards our planet, according to a report.
What is Asteroid 2024 QA?
Asteroid 2024 QA is an aircraft-sized rock with a length of 23.5 metre and a diameter of 41.3 metre. The gigantic rock belonging to Apollo asteroid group is expected to come as close as 7,06,502 km from the Earth.
It is travelling at a speed of 21.66 km per second. However, we need not worry as the asteroid will not change its path, all thanks to Earth’s gravitational force, reports News9Live. It has been classified as a Near-Earth Object.
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What is Asteroid 2024 JV33?
Asteroid 2024 JV33 is a building-sized rock which has a length of 207 metre and a diameter of 335 metre. The closest the asteroid will come near Earth is 4,58,663 km and it’s expected to happen on August 19.
This has prompted NASA to categorise the Apollo group asteroid as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid. It’s speed is 11.08 km per second.
Though it is extemely close, it is expected not to deviate from its path, according to News9Live.
If you’re thinking of building or upgrading a PC, then you’ll really want to grab yourself some great Black Friday RAM deals. A lot of folks may not really think about RAM because it’s not as big of a deal as a GPU or CPU, but RAM can affect performance, so it’s worth grabbing something good. Not only that, but certain operating systems, like Windows 11, love to eat up RAM, so upgrading it can make a huge difference to your day-to-day experience, especially if you’re only running 8GBs. That’s why we’ve gone out and collected some of our favorite early Black Friday RAM deals below.
While most people are probably either running 8GB of RAM or even 16GB of RAM, upgrading with this two-pack that brings you up to a total of 32GB is going to make a world of difference. That’s especially so given that it’s going for just $54 after a 33% discount.
Even though most folks tend to think of upgrading their desktop RAM, the truth is that a lot of laptops can have their RAM upgraded too, and this kit from Crucial will net you a total of 32GB. That’s a pretty substantial number and great for those who use a gaming laptop or do a lot of programming and CAD work.
For those who have a newer laptop, you’re probably using the latest DDR5 RAM, so you’ll instead want this kit from Crucial, which looks a bit nicer, not that you would see it under the laptop. Even so, you get 32GB of RAM for $90, instead of $110, which is pretty great all things considered.
If you’re putting together a desktop with a modern motherboard or have a newer gaming PC, then this DDR5 RAM kit for just $105 will net you 32GB of RAM. It’s blazing fast too at 6400Mhz, and if you have a see-through case, then the RGB lights also add a nice touch.
While the discount on this G.SKILL Trident Z kit of RAM is only $20, it does let you snag a whopping 64GB of DDR4 RAM for just $120. Not only that, but they can hit 3,600Mhz and come with RGB, which is great for those who want to show off the internals of their case.
When it comes to RAM, you’ll essentially choose between DDR4 and DDR5, with older computers that are 4-5 years old or older most likely using DDR4. It’s worth noting that the two are not interchangeable, and if you have use DDR4, then your motherboard will not accept DDR5 RAM, meaning a RAM upgrade will likely mean a motherboard upgrade as well. Take a look at our guide “DDR5 vs. DDR4 RAM: Is DDR5 worth it?” before taking the considerable financial plunge.
Another thing to consider is how much RAM you actually need. This can be a bit of a complicated question depending on many variables and even your own usage, but the long and short of it is that 8GB is really the minimum, with 16GB being the ideal, except if you have a gaming laptop or desktop, in which case 16GB of RAM is the minimum. Either way, you can absolutely go for more than that, and it will give you a smoother day-to-day experience, but it’s not very necessary outside of specific uses, such as CAD or programming work.
It’s also worth noting that miss-matching RAM speeds can be a problem, so be sure they are always running the same Mhz and CL if you can.
Luckily, finding a good RAM deal isn’t difficult, especially since there are only five or six various companies that make RAM, and they’re all relatively well-known in terms of their quality. To that end, we’ve done our best to pick the best quality deals we could find for both laptop and computer RAM. That doesn’t only mean going with a well-known brand name that has great specs but also finding the deals that give you the best return for your money within the context of other RAM deals.
At the end of the day, it’s important to us that you feel confident in any choices you make.
Costway has fired up its Black Friday sale, and we’re here to talk about one product in specific. The company is offering a number of gaming chairs, but the one we’re here to cover is indicated as ‘Reclining Swivel Massage Gaming Chair with Lumbar Support’.
As its name says, this gaming chair does come with lumbar support, but that’s not, not even close. There are a number of details that you should be aware of. So, if you’d like to save up a bit of cash while buying a new chair for work or gaming, read on.
Cosway’s compelling gaming chair is now discounted by 39%
This Cosway gaming chair now costs $139 now, which is a 39% discount compared to its regular price. You can check out the chair below this paragraph and do note that it comes in Blue, Red, Gray, and White colors. They all have the same price tag now, by the way.
Yes, this chair does come with lumbar support. The thing is, it’s not just a cushion for your lower back. This thing actually has a massage function too. You’ll need electricity for that, though, of course. There is also a power bank pocket on it, in case you want to stick one in there to power the massage function. You can work/game and get a massage at the same time.
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It has a headrest, and a backrest has a number of angles it can be utilized in
As you can see in the provided images, a headrest is included too. The backrest on this chair also has a number of angles you can put it in. Cosway even indicates the best use cases for those angles.
The standard is a 90-degree angle, but it goes all the way down to a 180-degree setup. Depending on what you need. The 90-degree angle is indicated as best for work, while a 120-degree angle is great for reading. A 150-degree angle is nice for watching something or simply relaxing, while a full 180-degree angle is great for lying down, basically. That’s not the angle we’d recommend you use, though, this is a chair after all.
The chair itself weighs 18 kg, and can withstand weigth of up to 150 kg
The seat can be adjusted based on height, of course. The entire chair weighs 40 lbs, which is the equivalent of 18 kg. It measures 29 x 29 x 50 – 54 (length x weight x height), or 74 x 74 x 127 – 137 in centimeter. The chair can withstand a person weighing up to 330 lbs. That’s the equivalent of 150 kg, by the way,
Costway says that the chair has a soft cushion and that it’s very comfortable. Armrests are also rotatable, and you can also adjust their size for a perfect fit. The chair can also spin continuously with ease, there is no stop point or anything of the sort. It can rotate by 360 degrees in both directions.
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On paper, this chair does tick all the boxes. It seems to be strong enough to withstand almost any weight, within reason, while it also has all the features you’d expect out of such a chair. This is also quite a considerable discount that Costway is offering, so it’s something worth considering.
The company is offering a 30-day return guarantee for this gaming chair, and bulk order discounts
This deal also comes with a 30-day return guarantee. You also get 8% cashback if you order over $300 worth of products, and 5% cashback for $0-300 worth of merchandise. That is Costway’s rule for Black Friday orders. By ordering at least one of these chairs, you will also enter the company’s draw to win a mysterious free gift. That goes for any purchase worth over $100, by the way.
Do note that this offer will be valid until December 8. Costway fired up its Black Friday sales on October 21, so a couple of days ago. This is a part of those sales, of course. Costway started this early, but that’s a good thing. It means that you have plenty of time to see what you’re interested in, and make your purchase.
Various other deals are available at Costway as part of the company’s Black Friday sales, which kicked off early
As is the case with any product, there are limited quantities, though, so the faster you make your purchase, the better. If you’re interested in checking out other products that Costway has to offer for Black Friday, you can click on this link.
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Costway, for those of you who don’t know, is an e-commerce platform. You’ll find various different products on Costway, but it’s mainly focused on patio furniture, treadmills, baby and kids products, and home appliances. Plenty of cooling products can be found on the site, as part of the home appliance category. The company was founded back in 2015, next year it’ll be active for over a decade.
8BitDo, once known exclusively as a purveyor of Nintendo-infused nostalgia, has expanded in recent years into all sorts of gaming controllers and accessories. The company’s latest foray is into mobile gaming controllers. The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller takes the highlights of its well-received Ultimate series — Hall effect included! — and brings them to an extendable accessory that latches onto your smartphone, a la Backbone and Razer Kishi.
First, the bad news (for some). The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is Android only, so no love here for iPhone owners. It’s also a Bluetooth accessory, rather than a plug-in one like Backbone’s, which means it has a 350mAh battery and weighs more than some rivals. (As The Vergenotes, it tips the scales at 236g, making it 71 percent heavier than the BackBone One.) 8Bitdo says its battery lasts up to 15 hours from 1.5 hours of charging time.
But for Android device owners, it’s a versatile controller. 8Bitdo says it’s compatible with mobile devices that are 100mm to 170mm in length. That can even include some small tablets, although not many these days are that small. (Even Amazon’s relatively small Fire HD 8 is about 32mm too wide.) However, it should fit just about any Android phone.
8Bitdo
The controller has Hall effect triggers and joysticks, so you shouldn’t have any drifting worries. It includes a standard four action buttons, a “clicky,” “smooth” and “tactile” D-Pad, a profile button and two paddle buttons on its back. The sticks have “wear-resistant metal joystick rings.”
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It works with 8BitDo’s Ultimate Software, letting you remap buttons, adjust stick and trigger sensitivity and create or edit profiles. The software is available on Windows and Android. The iOS version is installable on Macs from the App Store.
You can’t get the 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller quite yet, but you can pre-order it now from Amazon. It costs $50 (half the price of Backbone One!), comes in black and white options and will arrive on November 29, Black Friday.
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