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Wendy's released WendyQuest on Nov. 4, a free retro-style role-playing game available on iOS, Android and Steam where its mascot fights fry-themed enemies. Players who complete in-game regions earn codes redeemable for free menu items like fries, but the promotion is limited to US residents aged 18 and over who sign up for a Wendy's account and requires a purchase to redeem.
Apple VP of Hardware Engineering Dave Pakula discussed the redesigned iPad mini in interviews, explaining that its new OLED panel omits ProMotion's 120Hz refresh rate, staying at 60Hz. Pakula also detailed a new 'Acoustic Display' system, which uses custom drivers and tweeters built into the display assembly to produce sound while enabling the device's first-ever IP67 water and dust resistance rating.
Apple unveiled a redesigned iPad mini with an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, a 12MP Center Stage camera, water and dust resistance, and faster charging. Despite calling it the biggest update ever to the device, Apple did not increase the screen's refresh rate beyond 60Hz, a detail commenters quickly noticed was missing from its feature list.
An Entrepreneur contributor argues companies frequently err by promoting their best individual performers into management positions without assessing whether they want or are suited for the role. The piece cites Meta's 2024 layoffs of roughly 8,000 employees, part of an 'AI native' restructuring that flattened management layers, as evidence that companies now have fewer management slots to absorb bad fits. The author, who says they coach executive teams across industries, recommends separating recognition from promotion and testing candidates with real decision-making responsibility first.
Engadget's review of Apple's iPhone Duo foldable describes a 5.4-inch 120Hz OLED outer display with up to 3,000 nits brightness, paired with a 7.6-inch inner panel sharing the same aspect ratio and interface for a seamless transition. The inner screen uses a matte nanotexture coating to reduce glare and hide the crease, which is replaceable for $49 but can be damaged if peeled at improperly, with no on-device warning against doing so.
A growing number of employees are reportedly turning down career advancement opportunities to avoid taking on added responsibility and stress, a behavior now being labeled 'ladderdodging.' The trend reflects workers prioritizing work-life balance and mental health over climbing the traditional corporate hierarchy.
A recent rumor claims that the upcoming OLED iPad mini will feature a 60Hz refresh rate, despite reports of a 120Hz option in some sources. The device is expected to include other upgrades such as an OLED screen, a new A20 Pro chip, and a redesigned, more water-resistant body, with a launch anticipated later this month. However, the display refresh rate remains uncertain and could disappoint buyers expecting ProMotion support.
A new C++23 proposal, P4313R1, adds a [[=std::bitmask_type]] annotation to enums, enabling automatic bitwise operations for enum classes. This feature simplifies working with enums representing flags by eliminating the need to manually define operators, leveraging a C++26 annotation to opt-in. The discussion also highlights how integral promotions affect bitwise operations on smaller types like shorts, which are promoted to int during computation.
A comparison of Apple's foldable iPhone Duo and the iPad Mini highlights major price and spec differences. The Duo starts at $2,000 for 256GB and reaches $3,200 for 2TB, while the iPad Mini ranges from $600 to $900. The Duo has a faster A20 Pro chip, more RAM, a stronger dual-camera setup, and 120Hz ProMotion displays, but the Mini has a larger single screen, more robust multitasking software, and broader Apple Pencil support.
A therapist recounts a client who considered quitting after being passed over for promotion without explanation. The article argues that constantly saying yes to every request can stall career advancement rather than help it, and recommends four specific boundaries professionals can set to change this pattern.
A working paper from Harvard Business School reports that the way people speak can influence their career trajectories, steering them toward more people-oriented, socially intensive roles. The research suggests communication style is a factor employers and career paths respond to, beyond just skills or experience.
New research indicates that male managers who become fathers to daughters subsequently hire, promote, and pay women more than they did before having children. The effect was not observed among managers who had only sons, according to the study's findings.