Get ready for 'Scary Fast' event

Spoilers, bingo cards, Resident Evil and more

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Leander Kahney
October 30, 2023

There are lots and lots of Halloween-themed posts in today’s newsletter, starting with a preview of today’s “Scary Fast” event, which will kick off in a few hours. Here’s how to watch the proceedings.

Do you think Tim Cook will wear a pirate costume? How about Craig Federighi, who dressed up last time? Take the poll below, and see some of the best ‘Scary Fast’ bingo cards.

— Leander Kahney, EIC.

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One more thing ...

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Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

— Steve Jobs, quoting Leanardo Da Vinci, 1977.

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