Baseus NOMOS 5-in-1: Desktop Charging Station with Retro Charm
Baseus has introduced the 140-Watt NOMOS desktop charger, which debuted in October. The 5-in-1 charging station is designed to tidy up workspaces by simultaneously powering multiple devices. It features smart energy management and an LCD display for real-time charging status. Available at a discounted price with a 20 Euro coupon, it is now offered at 129.99 Euros.
Apple’s Smart Home Display Delayed to Second Half of 2025
Apple’s integration of robotic vacuums into its HomeKit and its new smart home hub are facing delays. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo states the release could be pushed to the second half of 2025 due to software development challenges. Apple plans to expand in the smart home sector, potentially introducing a HomePod with a display, and considers the launch of a smart surveillance camera by 2026.
Apple Utilizes Amazon’s AI Technologies for Apple Intelligence
Apple is strengthening its collaboration with Amazon, leveraging AWS infrastructure for developing AI features. This is part of the broader integration into Apple’s device ecosystem, enhancing functions like improved writing tools and notification management. The AI systems‘ development relies on AWS’s scalable cloud technology.
Amazon Kindle Scribe 2024 Launched: New Features for 1st Generation
Amazon’s second-generation Kindle Scribe is now on sale, allowing users to write directly on pages with the new Active Canvas feature. Existing Kindle Scribe owners will receive software updates to access these new functionalities. The device is priced at 419 Euros, available in different color options.
HokusFokus Updated: Free Mac App for Focused Work
The Mac app HokusFokus, designed to help users focus on active apps, has been updated with new features, including a customizable overlay and improved transitioning effects. The update keeps the menu bar tidy and introduces a new keyboard shortcut for quick access. The app remains free to download from the Mac App Store.
Delivered 2024: Amazon Music Launches Year in Review
Amazon Music has released its „Delivered 2024“ year in review, offering users insights into their listening habits, including top songs and podcasts. The recap is accessible through the Amazon Music app, with Alexa voice command options available for playback. Additionally, global highlights of Amazon Music’s achievements are shared.
Roblox: Currency Purchase Strategy Avoids Apple’s Revenue Cut
Roblox is incentivizing users to purchase its „Robux“ currency outside of Apple’s ecosystem, offering up to 25% more Robux compared to purchases made through Apple’s App Store. This strategy reduces Apple’s transaction cut and potentially increases Roblox’s revenue margin.
Eero Wi-Fi Apps Aggressively Promote Eero Plus
The Amazon subsidiary Eero has begun prominently promoting its premium subscription, Eero Plus, within its apps. The subscription offers features like ad blocking, VPN connection, and enhanced content filters. Available for a monthly fee, these services require Eero devices to function as the primary router.
Troubleshooting Mac Apps: What If They Won’t Start?
MacOS 15 requires apps to be signed with Apple’s certificate to launch, presenting a challenge for unsigned open-source apps. A workaround involves accessing ‚Privacy & Security‘ settings to allow launching unsigned applications. This method suits those confident about an app’s safety.
Ubisoft is Giving Up on XDefiant
Ubisoft’s first-person shooter XDefiant will shut down on June 3, 2025, after failing to maintain a stable player base in the competitive free-to-play FPS market. This closure includes closing three production studios and laying off 277 employees. Ubisoft cites an inability to attract enough players despite initial success.
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