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Prudential Financial ( NYSE:PRU – Free Report ) had its target price upped by TD Cowen from $130.00 to $133.00 in a report issued on Wednesday morning, Benzinga reports. They currently have a hold rating on the financial services provider’s stock. Other research analysts also recently issued reports about the company. Wells Fargo & Company lifted their price target on Prudential Financial from $116.00 to $117.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Tuesday, November 5th. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reissued a “market perform” rating and set a $121.00 price target on shares of Prudential Financial in a research report on Wednesday, August 21st. Bank of America lifted their price objective on shares of Prudential Financial from $109.00 to $118.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, October 10th. Morgan Stanley decreased their target price on shares of Prudential Financial from $123.00 to $122.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research report on Monday, August 19th. Finally, Barclays upped their price target on Prudential Financial from $118.00 to $119.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Friday, November 1st. Eleven research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, one has issued a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $125.92. View Our Latest Report on PRU Prudential Financial Trading Down 0.1 % Prudential Financial ( NYSE:PRU – Get Free Report ) last released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, October 30th. The financial services provider reported $3.48 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.47 by $0.01. The firm had revenue of $19.48 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $14.57 billion. Prudential Financial had a return on equity of 15.30% and a net margin of 6.03%. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $3.44 earnings per share. Analysts forecast that Prudential Financial will post 13.35 earnings per share for the current year. Prudential Financial Announces Dividend The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 12th. Investors of record on Tuesday, November 19th will be issued a $1.30 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, November 19th. This represents a $5.20 annualized dividend and a yield of 4.02%. Prudential Financial’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 46.22%. Insider Buying and Selling at Prudential Financial In related news, major shareholder Insurance Co Of Ame Prudential acquired 261,059 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, October 8th. The stock was acquired at an average price of $27.58 per share, with a total value of $7,200,007.22. Following the acquisition, the insider now directly owns 4,208,549 shares in the company, valued at $116,071,781.42. This represents a 6.61 % increase in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink . Also, EVP Caroline Feeney sold 1,110 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 3rd. The stock was sold at an average price of $119.97, for a total value of $133,166.70. Following the sale, the executive vice president now directly owns 10,175 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,220,694.75. This trade represents a 9.84 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Company insiders own 0.31% of the company’s stock. Institutional Investors Weigh In On Prudential Financial Hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. State Street Corp boosted its holdings in Prudential Financial by 0.3% during the third quarter. State Street Corp now owns 17,007,013 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $2,059,549,000 after buying an additional 49,830 shares in the last quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC boosted its stake in shares of Prudential Financial by 4.1% during the 3rd quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 8,662,679 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $1,047,872,000 after acquiring an additional 341,787 shares in the last quarter. Legal & General Group Plc grew its position in shares of Prudential Financial by 9.4% during the 2nd quarter. Legal & General Group Plc now owns 3,542,400 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $415,134,000 after acquiring an additional 305,143 shares during the period. UBS AM a distinct business unit of UBS ASSET MANAGEMENT AMERICAS LLC raised its holdings in Prudential Financial by 1.6% in the 3rd quarter. UBS AM a distinct business unit of UBS ASSET MANAGEMENT AMERICAS LLC now owns 3,058,028 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $370,327,000 after purchasing an additional 47,561 shares during the period. Finally, FMR LLC boosted its position in Prudential Financial by 31.3% during the third quarter. FMR LLC now owns 1,444,288 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $174,903,000 after purchasing an additional 344,254 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 56.83% of the company’s stock. About Prudential Financial ( Get Free Report ) Prudential Financial, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, provides insurance, investment management, and other financial products and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through PGIM, Retirement Strategies, Group Insurance, Individual Life, and International Businesses segments. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Prudential Financial Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Prudential Financial and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .However, some state workers failed to return to their jobs and a United Nations official said the country’s public sector had come “to a complete and abrupt halt”. Meanwhile, streams of refugees crossed back into Syria from neighbouring countries, hoping for a more peaceful future and looking for relatives who disappeared during Mr Assad’s brutal rule. There were already signs of the difficulties ahead for the rebel alliance now in control of much of the country. The alliance is led by a former senior al-Qaida militant, who severed ties with the extremist group years ago and has promised representative government and religious tolerance. The rebel command said they would not tell women how to dress. “It is strictly forbidden to interfere with women’s dress or impose any request related to their clothing or appearance, including requests for modesty,” the command said in a statement on social media. Nearly two days after rebels entered the capital, some key government services had shut down after state workers ignored calls to go back to their jobs, the UN official said, causing issues at airports and borders and slowing the flow of humanitarian aid. Rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was known by his nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Golani, also met with Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi Jalali for the first time. Mr Jalali stayed in Syria when Mr Assad fled and has sought to project normalcy since. “We are working so that the transitional period is quick and smooth,” he told Sky News Arabia TV on Monday, saying the security situation had already improved from the day before. At the court of Justice in Damascus, which was stormed by the rebels to free detainees, Judge Khitam Haddad, an aide to the justice minister in the outgoing government, said that judges were ready to resume work quickly. “We want to give everyone their rights,” Mr Haddad said outside the courthouse. “We want to build a new Syria and to keep the work, but with new methods.” But a UN official said some government services had been paralysed as worried state employees stayed at home. The public sector “has just come to a complete and abrupt halt,” said Adam Abdelmoula, UN resident and humanitarian co-ordinator for Syria, noting, for example, that an aid flight carrying urgently needed medical supplies had been put on hold after aviation employees abandoned their jobs. “This is a country that has had one government for 53 years and then suddenly all of those who have been demonised by the public media are now in charge in the nation’s capital,” Mr Abdelmoula told The Associated Press. “I think it will take a couple of days and a lot of assurance on the part of the armed groups for these people to return to work again.” In a video shared on a rebel messaging channel, Mr al-Sharaa said: “You will see there are skills” among the rebels. The Kremlin said Russia has granted political asylum to Mr Assad, a decision made by President Vladimir Putin. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov declined to comment on Mr Assad’s specific whereabouts and said Mr Putin did not plan to meet with him. Damascus was quiet Monday, with life slowly returning to normal, though most shops and public institutions were closed. In public squares, some people were still celebrating. Civilian traffic resumed, but there was no public transport. Long lines formed in front of bakeries and other food stores. There was little sign of any security presence though in some areas, small groups of armed men were stationed in the streets.There is no question that Pella makes some of the best windows on the market. They’re energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and stylish. The company has been around since 1925, and today is one of the leading manufacturers of new construction and replacement windows, available through the brand’s 200 affiliated “Pella Stores.” Pella Windows are also widely available through retailers throughout the country. One of those retailers is Lowe’s Home Improvement , the home improvement and building material giant, with a history that reaches back to 1946 and a network of stores that includes over 1,700 locations in the US. RELATED: How much does window replacement cost? Current pricing and what to expect So, the question is, if you’re going to buy Pella Windows, where should you get them? Through Pella or Lowe’s? Find out in this guide. What are Pella Windows? Pella Windows is a brand of high-quality, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly windows offered by Pella Corporation. The company was first formed in Pella, Iowa, and has been in business for almost 100 years. Pella has a history of innovation, developing highly efficient windows that offer energy efficiency, noise reduction, UV protection, and premium security. Several of the brand’s windows meet or exceed Energy Star standards and can be customized to the customer’s preferences. Pella offers eight product lines of windows. They include Reserve Traditional, Reserve Contemporary, Lifestyle Series, Impervia, 250 Series, Encompass, Hurricane Shield Series, and Defender Series. They’re available in double-hung, single-hung, casement, awning, picture, sliding, bay, bow, custom, and specialty designs. One aspect of Pella Windows that helps its products stand out from competitors is its eco-friendliness. Several models meet or exceed Energy Star standards, proving the company’s dedication to energy efficiency. Also, several of Pella’s windows are made from recycled materials, such as recycled sawdust, aluminum, and glass, reducing the carbon footprint associated with production and making it a great choice for eco-conscious homeowners. Pella Windows are available through Lowe’s or through one of its 200 other Pella Stores, which are independently operated businesses throughout the country. Despite the relatively small number of stores, they are available in all 50 states. Pella Windows warranties are relatively generous compared to other major window manufacturers. Pella offers a limited lifetime warranty on many of its products and up to two years on labor related to installation. Many other companies only offer 20-year limited warranties, and because most windows last 15 to 30 years, there will be several years during which the windows will not be under any warranty. What are the benefits of buying Pella Windows at Lowe’s vs. Pella Stores? Pella Windows are obviously excellent products, and most customers will be quite happy with their purchase regardless of where they buy them. However, there are a few benefits of purchasing Pella Windows at Lowe’s. For one, Lowe’s has over 1,700 locations across the U.S. In most cases, this means that a homeowner will be closer to their local Lowe’s than they would be to one of the 200 Pella Stores. They can speak with a product specialist at Lowe’s, get their questions answered, compare the multiple lines, and decide, all without the hassle of travel. Lowe’s can also help customers with the installation. One of its teams of contractors can install your windows, allowing you to shop for the windows you like and let someone else do the hard work for you. Some Pella Stores might have contractors or services that can handle installation, but it’s not a guarantee like it is with Lowe’s. The labor is then covered by Lowe’s Double Lifetime Window Warranty, which covers the labor to replace a window that Pella warranties. Also, Lowe’s will help customers finance their projects. Lowe’s can help set up a credit card or another third-party loan with fixed payments. Customers can then have their windows installed for an affordable price rather than coming up with the lump amount themselves. Again, some Pella Stores might offer financing, but there is no guarantee. Another major benefit to Lowe’s is convenience. Lowe’s can ship your windows directly to your house. Pella Stores can also deliver your windows, but we compared the delivery fees, and on average, Lowe’s is less than half the cost. If we had chosen to pick our windows up instead, we would’ve had to drive over an hour and a half to our closest Pella Store, while we have three Lowe’s within 30 minutes of us. Finally, it’s quite likely that you’ll receive the same access to the same product lines, styles, and materials from Lowe’s as you would any Pella Store. In fact, Lowe’s access to a large network of stores and warehouses could mean better access and faster delivery on in-stock items — something we’ve noticed while placing orders through both companies. Lowe’s Window Replacement and Installation for Pella Windows Before deciding if Lowe’s windows and window replacement services are the best for you, let’s take a deeper look into what the company offers. Price ranges and costs for window installation , replacement, or individual purchase are difficult to truly nail down because each window line, size, and style commands a different price. However, the least expensive Pella Windows model available at Lowe’s is a new white vinyl construction window featuring Low-E glass for $238. The most expensive window is the Lifestyle Wood double-hung window, which costs $1,116. As for double-hung windows, we found that customers could expect to pay an average of $525 per window. At the time of writing this comparison, over 1,900 Pella models are available at Lowe’s. Of these options, customers can choose double-hung, single-hung, casement, sliding, and bay or bow windows. There aren’t any awning windows or custom or specialty options available online, but the stores may be able to order them. Lowe’s does in-house consultations for its window installation services. A customer interested in having Pella windows installed will meet with a rep, discuss their options, and get questions answered. Within a few days, the customer will hear back with a quote, at which point they can decide if they’d like to move forward. Lowe’s has a handy breakdown available on its website to explain installation prices. Here’s the breakdown, which includes the cost of the window: Warranties with Lowe’s are excellent, but they’re a little confusing. First, Lowe’s warranties its labor for 1 year after installation. However, Pella covers labor for up to two years after installation. After the first year is up, Lowe’s Double Lifetime Warranty kicks in. This warranty covers the labor required to replace a window installed by Lowe’s installers if a manufacturer-covered repair needs to be performed. So, if there’s an issue with a Pella window that Lowe’s installed, Lowe’s Double Lifetime Warranty will cover the labor required to repair the window. Between Pella Windows’ warranty and Lowe’s, customers should feel confident that their windows will be covered. If you purchase your windows through Lowe’s, you’ll have access to Lowe’s customer service department. Having personally dealt with customer service, they’re quite helpful when it comes to answering the questions they can, but more often than not, they’ll connect you with the store from which you purchased your windows. But if you have issues with the windows themselves, you can contact Pella’s customer service for answers, as well. Depending on what you need, your local Lowe’s may have them in stock. If that’s the case, you can order them online and set them up for pickup. Lowe’s will receive the order, pick the windows out of the rack, and alert you that the order is ready. When you drive the story, they’ll bring them to the customer pick-up desk or, if available, curbside for easy loading. Final Verdict: Where To Buy Pella Windows Ultimately, we think Lowe’s is the best place to buy Pella windows. While Pella Stores might offer some of the same benefits, we think Lowe’s access to a large network of stores, lots of stock, help with financing, and installation crews make it a better fit for most folks. Lowe’s can help customers plan their entire window project with one-stop shopping (plus an in-home consultation). How We Tested We know that purchasing windows for your home is a big investment and that any home improvement project on that scale can be quite an undertaking. For that reason, we wanted to make sure we really dug into both Pella Stores and Lowe’s to find out which is the best place to buy Pella Windows. We compared both based on several factors: Considering those factors, we determined that Lowe’s is the best place to buy Pella Windows . For more information, contact your local Lowe’s store. 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By LOLITA BALDOR and FATIMA HUSSEIN WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has chosen Keith Kellogg, a highly decorated retired three-star general, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg, who is one of the architects of a staunchly conservative policy book that lays out an “America First” national security agenda for the incoming administration, will come into the role as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its third year in February. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social account, and said “He was with me right from the beginning! Together, we will secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, and Make America, and the World, SAFE AGAIN!” Kellogg, an 80 year-old retired Army lieutenant general who has long been Trump’s top adviser on defense issues, served as national security adviser to Vice President Mike Pence , was chief of staff of the National Security Council and then stepped in as an acting security adviser for Trump after Michael Flynn resigned. As special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg will have to navigate an increasingly untenable war between the two nations. The Biden administration has begun urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of troops as young as 18. The White House has pushed more than $56 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the start of Russia’s February 2022 invasion and expects to send billions more to Kyiv before Biden leaves office in less than months. Trump has criticized the billions that the Biden administration has poured into Ukraine. Washington has recently stepped up weapons shipments and has forgiven billions in loans provided to Kyiv. The incoming Republican president has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. As a co-chairman of the American First Policy Institute’s Center for American Security, Kellogg wrote several of the chapters in the group’s policy book. The book, like the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025,” is a move to lay out a Trump national security agenda and avoid the mistakes of 2016 when he entered the White House largely unprepared. Kellogg in April wrote that “bringing the Russia-Ukraine war to a close will require strong, America First leadership to deliver a peace deal and immediately end the hostilities between the two warring parties.” Trump’s proposed national security advisor U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz (R-Fla.) tweeted Wednesday that “Keith has dedicated his life to defending our great country and is committed to bringing the war in Ukraine to a peaceful resolution.” Kellogg was a character in multiple Trump investigations dating to his first term. He was among the administration officials who listened in on the July 2019 call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which Trump prodded his Ukrainian counterpart to pursue investigations into the Bidens. The call, which Kellogg would later say did not raise any concerns on his end, was at the center of the first of two House impeachment cases against Trump, who was acquitted by the Senate both times. On Jan. 6, 2021, hours before pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Kellogg, who was then Pence’s national security adviser, listened in on a heated call in which Trump told his vice president to object or delay the certification in Congress of President Joe Biden ’s victory. He later told House investigators that he recalled Trump saying to Pence words to the effect of: “You’re not tough enough to make the call.” Baldor reported from Washington. AP writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.Dominion Energy halts $2 billion pump station in Tazewell County Va.
However, some state workers failed to return to their jobs and a United Nations official said the country’s public sector had come “to a complete and abrupt halt”. Meanwhile, streams of refugees crossed back into Syria from neighbouring countries, hoping for a more peaceful future and looking for relatives who disappeared during Mr Assad’s brutal rule. There were already signs of the difficulties ahead for the rebel alliance now in control of much of the country. The alliance is led by a former senior al-Qaida militant, who severed ties with the extremist group years ago and has promised representative government and religious tolerance. The rebel command said they would not tell women how to dress. “It is strictly forbidden to interfere with women’s dress or impose any request related to their clothing or appearance, including requests for modesty,” the command said in a statement on social media. Nearly two days after rebels entered the capital, some key government services had shut down after state workers ignored calls to go back to their jobs, the UN official said, causing issues at airports and borders and slowing the flow of humanitarian aid. Rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was known by his nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Golani, also met with Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi Jalali for the first time. Mr Jalali stayed in Syria when Mr Assad fled and has sought to project normalcy since. “We are working so that the transitional period is quick and smooth,” he told Sky News Arabia TV on Monday, saying the security situation had already improved from the day before. At the court of Justice in Damascus, which was stormed by the rebels to free detainees, Judge Khitam Haddad, an aide to the justice minister in the outgoing government, said that judges were ready to resume work quickly. “We want to give everyone their rights,” Mr Haddad said outside the courthouse. “We want to build a new Syria and to keep the work, but with new methods.” But a UN official said some government services had been paralysed as worried state employees stayed at home. The public sector “has just come to a complete and abrupt halt,” said Adam Abdelmoula, UN resident and humanitarian co-ordinator for Syria, noting, for example, that an aid flight carrying urgently needed medical supplies had been put on hold after aviation employees abandoned their jobs. “This is a country that has had one government for 53 years and then suddenly all of those who have been demonised by the public media are now in charge in the nation’s capital,” Mr Abdelmoula told The Associated Press. “I think it will take a couple of days and a lot of assurance on the part of the armed groups for these people to return to work again.” In a video shared on a rebel messaging channel, Mr al-Sharaa said: “You will see there are skills” among the rebels. The Kremlin said Russia has granted political asylum to Mr Assad, a decision made by President Vladimir Putin. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov declined to comment on Mr Assad’s specific whereabouts and said Mr Putin did not plan to meet with him. Damascus was quiet Monday, with life slowly returning to normal, though most shops and public institutions were closed. In public squares, some people were still celebrating. Civilian traffic resumed, but there was no public transport. Long lines formed in front of bakeries and other food stores. There was little sign of any security presence though in some areas, small groups of armed men were stationed in the streets.EPA grant could fund new recreation hub
You may have spent a lot of the past week taking advantage of the best Black Friday deals , and as a result missed some of the major tech stories that the TechRadar team has been reporting on – but this round-up is here to fix that. Even with all of the holiday sales madness going on, it's been another hectic week in the world of technology. We've had the biggest tease of Spotify Wrapped 2024 yet, we've seen more leaks of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra , and we've had Apple 's best apps of 2024 . There's lots more to dig into besides those stories too, so sit back and let us be your guide to all of the important happenings in tech over the last seven days. Once you're done, you can also check out the best new movies and shows to stream this weekend. 7. B&O revealed its stunning new wireless earbuds We love a quality pair of wireless earbuds here at TechRadar, and the new Beoplay Eleven from Bang & Olufsen certainly fit the bill: inspired by jewelry, apparently, these earbuds and their accompanying case really look the part, even before you get to the audio quality. While we haven't heard them for ourselves yet, you get active noise cancelling here, plus eight hours of battery life and IP57 waterproofing. They're yours for $499 / £429 / €499 / AU$910, and they're on sale from December 17 – click through below for all the details. Read more: Bang & Olufsen unveils beautiful ANC wireless earbuds that are the prettiest I've seen for years 6. Windows Recall launched – and ran into teething issues Windows Recall continues to have a rough start: the upcoming AI-powered feature is designed to log your computing activities to make it easier to retrace your steps and find old information again, but some users suspect it may be a little too intrusive. Having previously been pulled because of privacy worries, the feature has now been put back into testing – only to run into a series of frustrating bugs. The advice from Microsoft , if you can believe it, is to turn your computer off and then turn it back on again. Get the best Black Friday deals direct to your inbox, plus news, reviews, and more. Sign up to be the first to know about unmissable Black Friday deals on top tech, plus get all your favorite TechRadar content. Read more: Windows 11 Recall is misbehaving in testing, and the fix for the biggest issue is an age-old favorite – turn it off, then back on again 5. Arcane makers promised to learn from Netflix’s ‘rushed’ second season Fans weren't too happy with the way the second season of Arcane ended on Netflix, but show co-creator Christian Linke has told TechRadar he "understands and respects" the complaints in an exclusive interview – and that lessons are going to be learned. In other words, don't expect the same mistakes to be made with the various Arcane sequel projects now in development. Linke also gave us plenty of insight into the production process of a show like this, which ranks as one of the best shows on Netflix recently. Read more: Arcane co-creator vows 'we will learn from it' after fan frustrations of the Netflix show's 'rushed' final season 4. OpenAI Sora was leaked by protestors You may remember the OpenAI Sora video generator being teased by the ChatGPT maker earlier this year. The tool was announced amid a wave of hype back in February, but only selected creators were invited to test out the software. As we approach the end of the year, it's still not open to the public. That changed briefly this week, when a group of disgruntled Sora testers made the tool available to everyone – before the leak was shut down by OpenAI . Those behind the leak are reportedly upset with their work being used for free, and OpenAI's positive PR spin. Expect to see a lot more tussles like this in 2025 . Read more: OpenAI's Sora video generator (briefly) leaked in protest by early users 3. Apple revealed its favorite apps of 2024 When it comes to choosing the best iPhone apps of 2024, Apple knows what it's talking about – so we'd encourage you to check out its newly-announced top picks (below). You might find one or two (or more) apps in the list are worth a place on your own home screen. We've got apps and games for the iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch here as well as selections for the iPhone, and the categories cover everything from video editing and AI-enhanced music production, to planning vacations and tracking your daily jog. It's an excellent list. Read more: These are the 9 best iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch apps of 2024, according to Apple 2. Spotify Wrapped 2024 is now ‘right around the corner’ Brace yourself for Spotify Wrapped 2024, because Spotify itself says this year's recap now "right around the corner" – so you (and everyone else) should be seeing the annual look back on your music streaming year inside the Spotify apps across the next few days. We don't yet know what's going to be included in Spotify Wrapped 2024 , but it's no doubt going to include the usual overview of the artists, albums, and tracks you've listened to most over the past 12 months. Keep updating and refreshing your Spotify app over the next week to make sure Wrapped lands safely . Read more: Your Spotify Wrapped 2024 is imminent, official teaser reveals – here's when to expect it 1. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leaked in a big way If you don't want any spoilers for the expected January launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, look away now: the latest set of leaks around the phone have given us a very good look at the Ultra model, including the more rounded corners and upgraded cameras. Add in more leaked photos and a specs reveal from a regulatory certification process, and we're probably going to know everything there is to know about this phone before it gets unveiled. It's likely that One UI 7, based on Android 15, will launch in full in January too. Read more: Leaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra video claims to show 'absolutely stunning' new design OLED monitors and TVs could get cheaper soon thanks to TCL's inkjet breakthrough Apple's foldable iPhone is now more than just a concept, according to new rumors Happy 2nd birthday, ChatGPT! 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