A fun new video from the PhoneBuff YouTube channel shows just how much faster iPhones actually get year over year. Or do they? Watch it below to find out. How much do yearly performance gains really add up to? You’ve probably seen one of PhoneBuff’s videos, where robotic arms zip across smartphone screens to compare how different models handle the same set of tasks. And while many may feel compelled to point out that these tests aren’t exactly scientific or definitive, there’s something about them that’s equally entertaining, creative, and hypnotic. The experiment is an interesting way to visualize just how much each device improved or even slipped in performance year over year, as well as to highlight how those year-to-year gains compound over several generations. With tasks involving image capture and processing, app loading, gaming, and heavier workflows like photo and video editing, the video shows that performance gains aren’t as straightforward as one might think. During multiple stages, the iPhone 13 Pro Max, for instance, holds its own pretty solidly against newer models, even though (spoiler alert) the iPhone 17 Pro Max glides by and finishes the test with time to spare against all competitors. Even if you’re not a fan of this sort of speed test, and if I’m being honest, they’ve never been my jam, this one is particularly interesting, and may be well worth 12 minutes of your time. Watch it below: Do you still rock an older iPhone? How’s the performance? Let us know in the comments. Accessory deals on Amazon.
https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/21/iphone-pro-max-speed-test/
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Husker Wrestling: Nebraska Starts Strong But Falls Flat Sunday at National Duals
This weekend marked a historic moment for college wrestling as the inaugural National Duals Invitational unfolded in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The event was a major step forward for the sport, showcasing 16 of the nation’s best teams in an exciting dual tournament and awarding over $1 million in payouts. Wrestling fans witnessed a new era for the sport, but for Nebraska, the weekend was bittersweet.
**Nebraska’s National Duals Recap**
Nebraska entered the weekend with high expectations after last season’s NCAA runner-up finish. The excitement was justified as the Huskers cruised through Saturday, defeating #8 Lehigh 35-7 and #11 Michigan 24-14 in the quarterfinals. Then came Sunday, and expectations were quickly tempered. Nebraska was dominated by #4 Ohio State in the semifinals, losing 33-3 and capturing just one match. In the third-place dual against #5 Oklahoma State—where $150,000 was on the line for third and $75,000 for fourth—the Huskers again struggled, losing 33-6.
Across the two days, Nebraska went 14-6 in individual matches on Saturday, but just 3-16 on Sunday. A team that looked threatening a week ago now faces questions. Still, early season setbacks are common in wrestling, and top teams like Ohio State, Iowa, and Oklahoma State simply looked sharper this weekend. These experiences can serve as a wake-up call, though that’s little comfort for the Huskers at the moment.
If you’ve followed Nebraska’s wrestling program for years, Sunday’s performance won’t surprise you. The team often faces early-season struggles, possibly due to their training cycle. Nebraska now stands 3-2 in duals this season, without any undefeated starters except for #8 Chance Lamer, who is currently ineligible to compete. With 19 days to regroup before their next competition, the Huskers have plenty to address.
**Weight-by-Weight Breakdown**
**125 Pounds**
Nebraska has a clear gap here. Kael Lauridsen (0-3, including one match at 133) and Alan Koehler (0-2) have yet to secure a dual win at 125. Both gained valuable experience this weekend, and will need to improve for the Huskers to compete at the highest level.
**133 Pounds**
#11 Jacob Van Dee won his sole match—a 10-0 major decision over Michigan’s Gauge Botero—while wrestling with a shoulder brace. Omar Ayoub filled in, going 1-1 with a major decision win and a loss to Ohio State’s #8 Ben Davino. In the final dual, Lauridsen bumped up to 133 but fell to Oklahoma State’s Ronnie Ramirez 9-3.
**141 Pounds**
#2 Brock Hardy had a roller-coaster weekend: two dominant wins on Saturday (a pin and a tech fall), but two losses on Sunday. He lost 4-1 to #1 Jesse Mendez and 13-2 by major decision to Oklahoma State freshman Sergio Vega. The Mendez loss isn’t worrying, but Hardy looked outmatched against Vega.
**149 Pounds**
Freshman Nikade Zinkin (redshirting but filling in until Lamer is eligible) went 1-3 but impressed. He won 5-1 over Lehigh, nearly took down #2 Lachlan McNeil (Michigan), had a cradle locked against Ohio State’s #10 Ethan Stiles before getting pinned, and narrowly lost to #4 Casey Swiderski (Oklahoma State) 7-6. Zinkin showed flashes of future star potential.
**157 Pounds**
#1 Antrell Taylor didn’t look himself, going 1-2. He lost by major decisions to #23 Logan Rozynski (Lehigh) and #9 Brandon Cannon (Ohio State), struggling to find offensive rhythm. Backup Dez Gartrell also saw time, including a match at 165, but fell to Oklahoma State’s Landon Robideau by tech fall.
**165 Pounds**
#18 LJ Araujo started strong with a pin over Lehigh’s #8 Max Brignola, but then sat out the Michigan dual and lost by major to Ohio State’s Paddy Gallagher. Araujo injured his hamstring, forcing Nebraska to forfeit 165 against Oklahoma State; Gartrell filled in at 157.
**174 Pounds**
#4 Christopher Minto shined on Saturday, winning a major decision and beating Michigan’s #8 Beau Mantanona in sudden victory. Sunday brought a 5-1 loss to Ohio State’s Carson Kharchla and a tough, controversial defeat to Oklahoma State’s Alex Facundo following an official review late in the match.
**184 Pounds**
Senior #6 Silas Allred delivered one of Nebraska’s best performances. He opened with a win over Lehigh, dropped a close bout to Michigan, and lost to Ohio State’s Dylan Fishback. Allred rebounded by defeating Oklahoma State’s #4 Zack Ryder in sudden victory, cementing himself as a top contender.
**197 Pounds**
#7 Camden McDanel had a solid run, finishing 3-1: a major over Lehigh, a sudden victory against Michigan, and Nebraska’s only win vs Ohio State. A close overtime loss to Oklahoma State’s Cody Merrill capped his weekend.
**Heavyweight**
The narrative here focused on returning star AJ Ferrari. After a narrow loss to Ohio State’s Nick Feldman, Ferrari bounced back with a 2-1 win over Oklahoma State’s Konner Doucet. He looked strong overall, but could benefit from a more aggressive offensive approach.
**Final Thoughts: There’s No Need to Panic**
For Nebraska wrestling fans, Sunday’s performance may feel discouraging, but it’s far from a crisis. The season is long, and setbacks are part of the sport. Nebraska’s coaching staff has time to regroup and address weaknesses. With nearly three weeks before their next event, expect adjustments and renewed focus.
Stay tuned—this team still has plenty of potential, and early adversity could fuel a stronger finish come March.
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/husker-wrestling-nebraska-starts-strong-051003630.html
Rick Pitino pulling many positives from St. John’s competitive preseason loss to Michigan
One week ago, St. John’s struggled against mid-major opponent Towson but found a way to secure a win. Saturday night, however, they fell short in a 96-94 overtime setback to Michigan at the Garden. Despite the loss, there were encouraging signs in the Johnnies’ fight, their ability to rally from deficits, and the overall play of their frontcourt.
“I saw a lot of really good things,” coach Rick Pitino said afterward. “But I think the weakness is just eight new guys [getting used to] playing together. Great game, great game.”
The entertaining exhibition featured two preseason Top 10 teams, each boasting some of the nation’s best forwards: Zuby Ejiofor for St. John’s and Yaxel Lendeborg for Michigan. Both forwards performed well, combining for 49 points. St. John’s forwards Bryce Hopkins and Dillon Mitchell also had strong moments, each contributing 13 points. Point guard Dylan Darling (seven points, two assists) rebounded from a shaky outing against Towson.
Ultimately, Michigan proved superior on the glass, outrebounding St. John’s by 12 boards. The Wolverines also shot an efficient 52.2 percent from the field compared to 39.7 percent for the Johnnies. Pitino emphasized the need for his guards to improve their rebounding and defense while praising the active play of his frontcourt.
It didn’t help that starting guards Oziyah Sellers and Joson Sanon (14 points) both fouled out, limiting their minutes. Michigan coach Dusty May believed this was a key factor in the outcome.
The Red Storm trailed by eight early in overtime before sophomore Lefteris Liotopoulos caught fire, scoring eight consecutive points. He had a chance to give St. John’s the lead with 8.4 seconds left but missed two of three free throws.
Pitino and Ejiofor expressed concern over being outrebounded in both exhibition games and acknowledged that the many new players aren’t yet fully cohesive. While the defense forced 22 turnovers, it allowed 54 points in the paint to the mammoth Wolverines, who feature two seven-footers, Morez Johnson Jr. and Aday Mara.
“We’re trying to get back to that defensive mindset we had last year,” said Ejiofor, who finished with 24 points, six rebounds, six assists, and three steals. “It’s going to take time, but we’re going to figure it out.
“There’s no excuses. Winning is the standard that we’re trying to build here at St. John’s. Everybody came here to win, all the transfers came here to win. Just be better and learn from it.”
Pitino repeatedly praised the experience of facing an elite opponent at the Garden for the lessons it provided. The Hall of Fame coach intentionally scheduled a difficult nonconference slate to better prepare St. John’s for the challenges ahead.
“We’ll be ready for Quinnipiac. I don’t know if we’re ready for Alabama or Kentucky, Ole Miss, and the Las Vegas trip,” Pitino said. “But we’ll get it done. A lot of people are in the same boat we’re in with new players. I set the schedule tough because I need to know [where we have to get better].
“If we played a [lesser] team and won easily, we wouldn’t know what our weaknesses are. So I wanted to find out, and I found out tonight what our weaknesses are. It’s a great teaching tool.”
https://nypost.com/2025/10/26/sports/rick-pitino-stressing-positives-from-st-johns-preseason-loss-to-michigan/
‘The Morning Show’ Season 5: Is the Apple TV+ Series Coming Back?
Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and a powerful team of women are leading a fictional newsroom in Season 4 of *The Morning Show*. Each season, the critically acclaimed series has raised the stakes for its characters. From Bradley’s (Witherspoon) family drama to Alex’s (Aniston) complicated relationships and business decisions, the show has introduced more mayhem for its cast.
That being said, could we see *The Morning Show* come back for another round with a Season 5? Below, Hollywood Life has the latest update about the future of *The Morning Show*.
### When Did The Morning Show Season 4 Premiere?
The first episode of Season 4 premiered on September 17, 2025.
### Is The Morning Show Coming Back for Season 5?
Yes! Apple TV+ renewed *The Morning Show* for Season 5 just before its fourth season premiered. In a statement released by Matt Cherniss, the head of programming at Apple TV+, the studio confirmed the series’ renewal.
> “*The Morning Show* has been a standout from the very start, debuting as one of the flagship series on Apple TV+,” Cherniss said.
> “It’s been incredibly rewarding to see it not only entertain but also resonate with audiences worldwide. Thanks to the outstanding cast and creative team led by Jennifer, Reese, Charlotte and Mimi, *The Morning Show* continues to deliver addictively entertaining and provocative stories that we’ve all come to love. We’re excited for viewers to experience the next chapter of this Emmy-winning drama.”
Executive producer Michael Ellenberg also shared his thoughts:
> “It’s an honor to witness the collective talent, passion and commitment of Jen, Reese, Mimi, Charlotte, our partners at Hello Sunshine and Echo Films, and everyone involved in *The Morning Show*. We’re excited to embark on a new season that will give this cast and creative team even more room to shine. We are so grateful to Apple TV+ and the fans around the world who tune in every week, and are thrilled for viewers to see this upcoming season and beyond.”
Jennifer Aniston reacted to the news by sharing a screenshot of the Season 5 announcement to her Instagram Stories, writing across the message, “So proud of this team.” Reese Witherspoon did the same, adding, “It’s official! So proud to be a part of this amazing team!”
### What Is Season 4 About?
Season 4 of *The Morning Show* explores the dangers of artificial intelligence. The threat of this advanced technology hits close to home for the journalists and workers at UBA and NBN’s newly merged company, bringing new challenges and tension to the newsroom.
Stay tuned for more updates as Season 4 continues to unfold, and look forward to what Season 5 has in store!
https://hollywoodlife.com/feature/the-morning-show-season-5-5455340/