Here we go! It’s the holidays. Time for turkey, stuffing, family time, and mad dashes to all the stores to get their best deals of the year (maybe). You will find some good articles on Black Friday shopping here including apps to help you find all the deals without going to the mall…and even a story on what not to buy this coming weekend.
There is an interesting story out of Redmond that Microsoft will be cutting out one of its operating systems…and it looks like it will be Windows RT. I think that is a good one to kill off. So that leaves Windows and Windows Phone 8. Look for Windows Phone 8 operating system to eventually show up on tablets. All sources tell me it is a good one.
I will be taking the next several days off to be with family in Yuma. So no blog until next week. But the stories here and some great tips and tricks here should keep you occupied until then. Here’s a tip for all readers east of the Mississippi: Stay Home!!! Happy Thanksgiving!
News and Opinions
Microsoft: We aren't going to have three different versions of Windows
A Microsoft official confirms the company is planning to trim the number of different versions of Windows in its portfolio...and odds-on its Windows RT that goes bye-bye.
Twitter upping security to thwart government hacking
The microblogging site adds a new security measure designed to make it harder for organizations like the National Security Agency to uncover its data.
The cable industry is imploding: What providers must do to stay alive
Cable is dying of a slow, drawn out death. It’s not at the hands of Netflix, nor at the hands of fiber optic technology. It’s not even at the hands of the Internet. Cable is strangling itself with its own wires.
The Slow Roll Toward Talking Cars
A combination of embedded and cloud-based voice-recognition software will help drivers better communicate with their cars.
Here's how Walmart will fight off Amazon on Black Friday
The retailing giant is pulling out all stops, from free shipping to price match guarantees. And for Walmart, Cyber Monday starts on Saturday.
Price, set, match: Target's new weapon to beat 'key online retailers'
It looks like Target is going to try to beat Amazon at its own game.
Tips and Tricks
13 Things Not to Buy on Black Friday
Even though many product categories will see new all-time low prices, not everything is at its lowest price on Black Friday. In fact, there are 13 items you definitely shouldn't buy on November 29
The absurdly simple guide to backing up your PC
The first rule of PC Club is: Always, always back up. Thankfully, backing up your most important data is a cinch. It’s the getting off your rear to actually do it that stymies most people.
Everything You Can Do with Adblock Plus (That Isn’t Just Blocking Ads)
Adblock Plus is one of the most robust browser extensions out there, and while its namesake is its most-used feature, it's not just about blocking ads. You can do all sorts of things with it, including cleaning up Facebook's interface and making sure web sites aren't tracking you.
Streak Tracks Your Email, Lets You Know Who Read It, When, and Where
Streak, is an email organization suite for Gmail, unveiled message tracking today. It pops up a message to let you know when a message has been read, and offers a timeline view so you can see who's read it, when, and on what devices. Best of all, it's free.
Make Your Windows 8/8.1 Computer Act Like New with the Refresh Feature
Windows 8 introduced a new feature called “Refresh your PC” that provides a quick and easy way to clean things up and restore the operating system to factory-fresh condition. It can also be a lifesaver if your computer develops severe problems.
Portable Computing
14 Free Apps to Help You Snag All the Black Friday Bargains
Fortunately, your smartphone is all you need to make sure you get the very best prices on everything on your holiday shopping list. Download these essential apps while the turkey is in the oven and prepare to save. Best of all, none of them will cost you a cent.
myMail- A Beautiful Email App for Android and iOS
myMail brings all your email accounts into one simple, bright, and friendly interface and supports almost all popular email services including Gmail, Yahoo!, AOL, iCloud, Hotmail and Outlook. So you can have all your emails in one place.
Infinity Blade goes free for Black Friday week
Even though it's now three years old, if you're looking for a great game to play on your iPhone or iPad then the original Infinity Blade title is still well worth a look. Fantastic graphics
Favorite iPad Apps of 2013
What truly makes the iPad great is its use of apps. It offers plenty of customization, allowing the user to customize his or her own iPad experience. Here are my favorite iPad apps of 2013.
Gas Buddy - Find the cheapest gas when you are traveling
Find the cheapest gas when you are on the road. An app is available for all smartphone brands. Everyone with a car and smartphone should have this app.
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