Ronaldinho and the newly released Wii game console were popular topics of discussion. Cyber Monday online sales reached a record $608 million, up 26% from the previous year. Microsoft launched its new Vista operating system, which features translucent windows, improved search capabilities, and enhanced security and reliability. YouTube plans to launch a mobile video service next month to boost mobile video viewing.

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3. What’s being watched? Ronaldinho Sleepy nerd waiting for Wii White and Nerdy Best ski season in years

4. It snowed…

5. For many, Black Friday was worth the wait

6. Cyber Monday was historic November 27, 2006 was the highest single day in retail e-commerce history Online retail spending at U.S. Web sites (non-travel) for Cyber Monday totaled $608 million Up 26% versus the same day in 2005 Source: The Wall Street Journal, November 28, 2006 JCK, November 29, 2006

7. The rise of 3rd screen YouTube Mobile to launch next month Wireless providers think user generated content could be the boost they need for mobile video to take off. Meanwhile, Yahoo has quietly launched an experimental site (Mixd) that offers mobile-phone subscribers the ability to send text messages and share videos and pictures among friends

9. 3…2…1…VISTA! Yesterday, Microsoft launched it’s first major upgrade in 5 years Most awesome features: Translucent windows making it easier to view items on the desktop An improved search system Improved reliability and security

10. Branded Utility