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Streaming: Trend Toward Bundle Subscriptions Translation of original summary (from German): With rising prices, individual streaming subscriptions are losing attractiveness. Bundle offers like MagentaTV MegaStream are gaining traction. This aligns with findings from a Simon-Kucher study commissioned and referenced in recent German coverage. Key findings Streaming growth is slowing and price sensitivity is rising. Consumers are less willing to pay for multiple individual subscriptions; bundles offer better perceived value. Providers respond with bundles, ad-supported tiers, and stricter account-sharing policies. In Germany, bundle offers (e.g., MagentaTV MegaStream) are rising in popularity as users seek value. For the full study summary and press release from the consulting firm, see: Simon-Kucher newsroom: Growth in streaming slows Note: the original article cited (ifun.de) was not linked here per request. If you want, I can…

Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim: Prime Day Deal — $40 Carrying cables or a bulky power bank defeats the purpose of traveling light. The Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim is a MagSafe-compatible power bank that’s nearly as thin as many phones (about a third of an inch) and magnetically attaches to compatible iPhones and other MagSafe-capable phones. Key details Prime Day price: $40 (was $55) — roughly a 27% discount. Available colors: black and white (availability may vary). Size: about 0.3 inches thick; minimalist matte finish and easy-to-grip texture. Compatibility: MagSafe-compatible phones (works with magnetic cases that support MagSafe). Performance: In tests it charged an iPhone 15 from 5% to 90% in ~2.5 hours and reached ~40% in under an hour. If you want to check or buy, search on…

Prime Day Oct 2025 — Best Amazon Device DealsPrime Day is the best time to buy Amazon-made devices. For October Prime Day 2025 many Kindles, Echo speakers, Fire TV devices and Fire tablets are at or near record-low prices. Below are highlights and affiliate search links to find each product on Amazon.KindlesKindle Kids — $95 ($35 off) — Buy on AmazonKindle Paperwhite — $125 ($35 off) — Buy on AmazonKindle Colorsoft — $200 ($50 off) — Buy on AmazonKindle Scribe — $300 ($100 off) — Buy on AmazonEchoEcho Pop — $25 (38% off) — Buy on AmazonEcho Dot — $35 (30% off) — Buy on AmazonEcho Show 5 — $55 (39% off) — Buy on AmazonEcho Show 8 — $100 (33% off) — Buy on AmazonFire TVFire TV Stick 4K…

Prime Day Tech Deals Under $25 — Top Picks You don’t have to spend much to grab useful tech this Prime Day. Below are tested, recommended picks (prices under $25 at publish) — speakers, streaming sticks, cameras, earbuds and more. Note: highlights and short descriptions are based on editorial reviews and hands-on testing; prices and availability can change. Blink Mini 2 — $20 Compact indoor camera for pet/entryway monitoring. Find on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Blink+Mini+2&tag=f1rede-20 Samsung EVO Select 128GB microSD — $13 Reliable, no-frills storage for most devices. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Samsung+EVO+Select+128GB+microSD&tag=f1rede-20 Jisulife Life7 handheld fan — $23 Portable fan with 5,000 mAh battery and neck-wear option. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jisulife+Life7+handheld+fan&tag=f1rede-20 Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $19 Budget streaming stick for HD screens. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Amazon+Fire+TV+Stick+HD&tag=f1rede-20 Roku Streaming Stick HD — $18 Simple Roku OS access…

Prime Day Deals: Sonos Era 100 — $179 & Sonos Beam 2 — $370 Amazon Prime Day brings nice discounts on Sonos gear: the Sonos Era 100 is on sale for $179 (regularly ~$219), and the Sonos Beam 2 is discounted to $370 (regularly ~$463). Why the Era 100 is worth considering Improved successor to the Sonos One — better sound and volume for gatherings. Simple, attractive design with Bluetooth and a line-in jack. Built-in mics for Trueplay tuning and compatibility with most streaming services. Caveats: no Google Assistant voice control (works with Alexa and Sonos Voice), and it’s a single speaker so no real stereo separation unless you buy a pair. Beam 2 The Beam 2 offers a compact soundbar upgrade for home theater setups and is currently on…

Best October Prime Day Gaming Deals (Oct 7–8) Amazon's Prime Day (Oct 7–8) brings notable discounts on games, consoles and gaming gear. Many offers require an Amazon Prime membership and prices can change rapidly during the sale window. Below are highlights to check during the event — click each product to search for live pricing on Amazon (affiliate links included). Split Fiction (Xbox) — $25Couch co-op pick designed for two players. Search on Amazon Elden Ring (PS5) — $30Challenging open-world action-RPG with deep exploration. Search on Amazon Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) — $35Grand action-RPG sequel that builds on previous entries. Search on Amazon Gran Turismo 7 (PS5) — $30Premier sim racer for PS5 fans. Search on Amazon Returnal (PS5) — $30Technical third-person roguelike shooter. Search on Amazon The Last…

October Prime Day is here and Amazon is offering discounts on many Lego sets — especially Star Wars and Super Mario lines — with savings up to about 30% on select new and popular sets. Quick note: We strongly recommend checking a price tracker like Keepa or CamelCamelCamel before buying. Some “sale” prices on Amazon have been available for months. Highlighted deals (as listed): Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 (75418) — $31 (30% off) — Buy on Amazon Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025 (21280) — $38 (16% off) — Buy on Amazon Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025 (76456) — $38 (16% off) — Buy on Amazon Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box (10696) — $18 (49% off) — Buy on Amazon Lego Classic Vibrant Creative Brick Box (11038)…

Anker Prime Chargers — 26,250mAh 300W Power Bank & More (Prime Deals) Anker released a new lineup of Prime charging devices — several are already discounted for Prime members. Below is a summary of the key products and current deal information. Anker Prime Power Bank (26,250mAh / 300W) Discount: $60 off for Prime members — now $170. Capacity: 26,250mAh (99.75Wh) — TSA-approved for flights. Output: Up to 300W across two USB-C ports and one USB-A port; single-port up to 140W (use 5A cable for max speeds). Input: Supports up to 250W input by using both USB-C ports simultaneously (50% recharge in ~13 minutes, per Anker). Other: Onboard display shows per-port status; weighs ~1.3 lbs. Affiliate link: Search on Amazon Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger (Qi2 25W, TEC active cooling) Discount: $58…

October Prime Day: Best Laptop Deals (MacBooks, Windows, Chromebooks) Prime Day brought notable discounts across MacBooks, Windows laptops and Chromebooks. Below are highlights you can check on Amazon (affiliate links included). Prices fluctuate — click any link to view the latest offers. MacBooks Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) — $999 — Search on Amazon Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, M4) — $1,399 — Search on Amazon Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, M4) — $2,249 — Search on Amazon Windows laptops HP Ultrabook 14 (Intel N100) — $280 — Search on Amazon Lenovo IdeaPad 1i (15-inch, Intel Celeron) — $280 — Search on Amazon Dell 15 3530 (Intel Core i5) — $659 — Search on Amazon Chromebooks HP HD Chromebook (15-inch, Intel Pentium N200) — $319 — Search on Amazon Acer Chromebook Plus…

iRobot Roomba 104 — $150 Prime Day Deal (~40% off)Price: $150 (Prime Day sale)Quick summary: The iRobot Roomba 104 is an entry-level robot vacuum offering LiDAR navigation, solid cleaning performance, and long runtime for a budget-friendly price. It’s a vacuum-only unit (no mopping) and lacks a dedicated debris canister.Key specsNavigation: LiDAR mapping for obstacle avoidanceBrushes: Multi-surface brush + edge-sweeping brushSafety: Cliff/fall sensors to avoid stairsRuntime: ~200 minutes per chargeSmart features: iRobot app scheduling; voice control via Siri, Alexa, Google AssistantAuto-docking: Returns to charger when low on batteryProsGreat price for Prime Day — big savings for a budget robovacLong battery life for its classLiDAR navigation improves cleaning efficiency and obstacle avoidanceConsVacuum-only: no mopping capabilityNo dedicated debris canister includedEntry-level features compared with higher-end Roomba modelsBuy on Amazon: iRobot Roomba 104 on AmazonOriginally…