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Prime Day Deal: 2nd‑gen Kindle Scribe Discounts — Worth Buying or Waiting? Amazon's 2nd‑generation Kindle Scribe (10.2" E Ink tablet) is on sale for Prime Day — the 16GB model has been reported as low as $300 (about $100 off), and the 32GB and 64GB versions are also showing significant discounts. You can check current pricing on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kindle+Scribe&tag=f1rede-20. Why it matters The Kindle Scribe is our pick for best e‑reader/E Ink tablet thanks to its smooth reading and writing experience. Highlights include: 10.2" E Ink display with front lights that auto‑adjust Available in 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB storage options Sleek, slender design and comfortable writing experience Scored an 86 in reviews for performance and design Previously, the biggest complaint was cost — and these Prime Day discounts make…

Prime Day Laptop Deals — Best Picks & Links Prime Day (October) is a great time to shop for laptops — there are discounts on MacBooks, Windows notebooks, gaming rigs and Chromebooks. Below are curated picks and quick links to search for each model on Amazon (affiliate tag included). MacBooks Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) — $979Search MacBook Air 15 M4 on Amazon Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, M4) — $1,399Search MacBook Pro 14 M4 on Amazon Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, M4) — $2,249Search MacBook Pro 16 M4 on Amazon Windows laptops HP Ultrabook 14 (Intel N100) — $280Search HP Ultrabook 14 N100 Acer Nitro V (15-inch, Intel Core i5) — $600Search Acer Nitro V 15 Core i5 Dell 15 3530 (Windows 11 Pro, Intel Core i5) — $659Search Dell 15…

OpenAI and Jony Ive: Update on the always‑on, screenless AI assistant A recent Financial Times report says the planned AI device from OpenAI and designer Jony Ive is encountering several technical hurdles. The partners are developing a compact, display‑free assistant that would rely on a microphone and camera to respond to speech and the surrounding environment. The goal is an everyday companion that’s less distracting than traditional screens. Key points Design: Jony Ive is working on a sleek, minimalist, screenless form factor. Function: Intended to be an always‑available assistant that reacts to voice and environmental cues via mic and camera. Challenges: Reported technical hurdles include battery life, privacy concerns, and hardware‑software integration. Availability: No official release date or purchase option — the device remains in development. Sources The Financial Times…

Musk and Former Twitter Executives Reach Settlement in $128M Severance Lawsuit Elon Musk and X Corp. have agreed to a settlement with former Twitter executives Parag Agrawal, Ned Segal, Vijaya Gadde and Sean Edgett over roughly $128 million in unpaid severance and stock option payouts. The settlement amount has not been publicly disclosed and is contingent on "certain conditions" being met in the near term, according to a filing in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Key points Parties: Parag Agrawal (former CEO), Ned Segal (former CFO), Vijaya Gadde (former CLO), Sean Edgett (former general counsel) vs. Elon Musk/X Corp. Allegations: Executives sued over unpaid severance and vested stock options after Musk closed the $44B acquisition early and terminated them. Settlement: Agreed to an undisclosed amount;…

Prime Day: Best Tech Deals Under $50 — Tested Picks We collected Engadget’s handpicked, tested tech and gadget deals that are under $50 during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days (often called the October Prime Day sale). Many discounts require an Amazon Prime membership — so non‑members may see fewer deals. Quick picks PNY microSD Express (128GB) — Great for Switch 2 storage. Buy: PNY microSD Express 128GB on Amazon. Anker Nano II 65W — Compact multi-port charger, good for laptops and phones. Buy: Anker Nano II 65W on Amazon. UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W — Fast 3-port USB-C charger with folding prongs. Buy: UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W on Amazon. Elgato Stream Deck Mini — Six-button shortcut pad useful for streamers and productivity. Buy: Elgato Stream Deck Mini on Amazon. Want more?…

Prime Day tech deals under $25 — top picks As Prime Day hits its second (and final) day, here are the best tech accessories under $25 worth grabbing before the deals end tonight. These picks come from trusted reviews and buying guides. Chipolo Pop — $25 — Bluetooth tracker to find lost items. Shop: Chipolo Pop on Amazon Blink Mini 2 — $20 — Budget indoor camera for pet and entryway monitoring. Shop: Blink Mini 2 on Amazon Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go — $23 — Loud, IP67 Bluetooth speaker. Shop: Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go on Amazon Roku Streaming Stick Plus (2025) — $24 — 4K HDR streaming dongle. Shop: Roku Streaming Stick Plus on Amazon Echo Pop — $25 — Compact Echo for small rooms. Shop: Echo Pop…

Best Prime Day Gaming Deals — Final Day Amazon's October Prime Day is into its second and final day — still plenty of solid discounts on games, headsets, controllers and storage. Note: many offers are Prime-only. Below are the top picks and quick links to shop (affiliate links). Elden Ring (PS5) — $30A deep, challenging action-RPG with a vast, lived-in world. Buy: Elden Ring on Amazon Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5) — $35A grand action-RPG best appreciated after playing its predecessor. Buy: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Amazon Gran Turismo 7 (PS5) — $30The PS5's premier sim racer; patient, precise driving rewards. Buy: Gran Turismo 7 on Amazon Returnal (PS5) — $30A tough, beautiful third-person shooter roguelike — not for the faint of heart. Buy: Returnal on Amazon The Last…

Prime Day LEGO deals — Star Wars & Super Mario (October Prime Day 2025) October Prime Day brings discounts on many LEGO sets — especially Star Wars and Super Mario — making it a good time to pick up early holiday gifts or stock up without paying full price. Engadget and other outlets highlighted deals on several sets; note that prices move quickly during Prime events. Quick tips Check Keepa or CamelCamelCamel before buying to confirm whether a price drop is new. Prime Day deals can sell out fast — act quickly if you see a genuine discount. Featured sets and Amazon search links (US, affiliate) Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025 21280 — 16% off: Search on Amazon Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025 76456 — 16% off: Search on…

Xbox Game Pass: Remaining October 2025 Additions Microsoft has confirmed the rest of the Xbox Game Pass additions for October 2025. Below is a concise list with dates and availability, plus quick notes and links for more info. Confirmed additions & dates Baldur’s Gate 1 & 2 — Enhanced Editions — Oct 9 (Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, PC) Ball x Pit — Oct 15 (Ultimate, Premium, PC) Keeper — Oct 17 (Ultimate, Premium, PC) Ninja Gaiden 4 — Oct 21 (Ultimate, Premium, PC) Supermarket Simulator — Available now (shadow drop; Ultimate, Premium, PC) The Casting of Frank Stone — Oct 14 (Ultimate, Premium, PC) The Grinch: Christmas Adventures — Oct 15 (Ultimate, Premium, PC) Eternal Strands — Oct 15 (Premium; already on Ultimate & PC) He Is Coming (Game Preview,…

Bose QuietComfort Ultra (1st‑Gen) $100 Off for Prime Day — Is It Still Worth It? Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra (first generation) is currently $100 off for Prime Day, dropping to $329. These remain among the best noise-canceling headphones you can buy: excellent ANC, comfortable fit and very good sound. If you want the latest hardware, Bose’s newly announced 2nd‑gen model brings improved battery life, better ANC/audio performance and wired lossless audio over USB‑C, but it launches at $449. Quick summary Deal: QuietComfort Ultra (1st‑gen) — $329 (Prime Day, $100 off) New 2nd‑gen: Launch price $449, adds improved battery, ANC and lossless wired audio Why buy the 1st‑gen: Proven top-tier ANC, comfort, substantial $100 savings Why consider 2nd‑gen: Better battery and lossless wired support if those matter to you For most buyers…