Best of The Verge — November 2025

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   Sandisk’s new 1TB USB-C SSD is so small you never need to take it out

   Sandisk launched the Extreme Fit, claiming it's the world's smallest 1TB USB-C flash drive. The L-shaped device is designed to stay plugged into laptops permanently, protruding vertically rather than horizontally to remain flush with the device. It offers capacities from 64GB to 1TB with transfer speeds up to 400MB/s using USB 3.2 Gen 1. Pricing ranges from $15.99 for 64GB to $117.99 for the 1TB model, now available in the US and other markets.

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   Ikea’s new smart home collection is entirely Matter-compatible

   Ikea launched 21 new Matter-over-Thread smart home devices, including the Kajplats smart bulb collection, Bilresa wireless remotes, Grillplats smart plug, and five sensors for motion, doors/windows, water leaks, temperature/humidity, and air quality. The devices work across different brands and platforms, with US availability starting January 2026 for remotes and sensors, and April 2026 for bulbs. Ikea's Dirigera hub now officially supports Matter controller functionality, allowing users to control Matter devices from other manufacturers through Ikea's Home Smart app.

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   Amazon and Perplexity have kicked off the great AI web browser fight

   Amazon has demanded that Perplexity stop allowing its Comet AI browser to purchase products on behalf of users, claiming it degrades the shopping experience. Perplexity responded by accusing Amazon of bullying and prioritizing ads over customer convenience, arguing that AI shopping agents should be allowed to operate freely. The dispute highlights emerging tensions between traditional ecommerce platforms and AI-powered shopping assistants that automate purchasing decisions.

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