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Best Prime Day Tech Deals Under $50 The event hasn't officially begun, but we've already found standout Prime Day bargains under $50 — tried-and-true picks for streaming, smart home, audio, and more. Below are top early deals (prices may change). Click each link to search the product on Amazon. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — Powerful 4K dongle. Find on Amazon Ring Battery Doorbell — Wireless HD video doorbell. Find on Amazon Blink Mini 2 (two-pack) — Budget indoor camera bundle. Find on Amazon Anker 622 5K magnetic power bank — MagSafe-style power bank with kickstand. Find on Amazon Amazon Smart Plug — Best for Alexa users. Find on Amazon Levoit Mini Core-P air purifier — Compact purifier for small rooms. Find on Amazon Echo Pop — Affordable Echo…

FRITZ! launches its own online shop Berliner Netzwerkausrüster FRITZ! (formerly AVM) has launched an official online shop integrated into fritz.com. The shop opens on 1 October 2025 and will sell FRITZ products directly to customers in several European countries. Key details Start date: 1 October 2025 Available countries: Germany, Austria, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Poland and Spain Product range: FRITZ!Box routers (e.g. FRITZ!Box 7590AX), WLAN repeaters, DECT phones, Powerline adapters and smart-home/network accessories Service & support: Manufacturer support, phone buying advice, fast shipping and easy returns. The existing knowledge base at fritz.com/service remains available. Retail partnerships: Products will still be available via retailers (Amazon, MediaMarkt, Cyberport etc.). The FRITZ! shop may link to additional buying options on vendor pages. What this means for buyers Buying direct from FRITZ! offers…

Nothing — CMF Headphone Pro: Specs, Price & Release Nothing's CMF sub-brand launched the CMF Headphone Pro with impressive specs for the price. Key highlights: Adaptive hybrid ANC: Up to 40 dB of noise cancellation that adapts to your environment. High-resolution audio: LDAC wireless support and Hi-Res certification for both wired and wireless listening. Unique controls: Physical "Energy Slider" for on-device bass/treble adjustment, a multifunction rocker/roller, and tactile buttons (no touch controls). Drivers: 40mm nickel-plated dynamic drivers. Battery: Up to 100 hours with ANC off, ~50 hours with ANC on. Fast charge: 5 minutes = ~4 hours playback. Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, LDAC, multipoint pairing, Fast Pair / Swift Pair support. Price & availability: Launch price around $99. Shipping/launch date: October 6. Interchangeable ear cushions sold separately (~$25). Quick specs ANCAdaptive…

Morning Tech Roundup Amazon fall hardware event (Sept 30, 10AM ET, NYC) Amazon’s big fall hardware show is expected to reveal refreshed Echo speakers, Alexa improvements (bigger AI features) and new Kindle models — the invitation image even teases a color Kindle. Follow Amazon Devices for live updates: About Amazon - Devices. Looking for the products? Browse on Amazon: Echo Show search • Kindle search. EA to go private in $55 billion deal Electronic Arts has agreed to be acquired in a $55 billion leveraged buyout backed by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. The deal will take EA off public markets and could reshape how its franchises are managed. What do you think this means for sports titles and major EA IP? FCC leak:…

OpenAI Launches Instant Checkout in ChatGPT (Powered by Stripe & the Agentic Commerce Protocol) OpenAI has introduced Instant Checkout, a feature that lets users buy certain products directly within a ChatGPT conversation. The feature is powered by Stripe and the newly announced Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP), which aims to standardize commerce interactions between AI agents, buyers, and merchants. Key Details Availability: Currently available to users in the United States. Supported merchants: Initially supports single-item purchases from Etsy sellers in the US. OpenAI says over a million Shopify merchants (including brands like Glossier, SKIMS and Spanx) will support Instant Checkout "soon." Limitations: Single-item checkout only for now; multi-item cart checkout and broader regional availability are planned. Payments & Orders: Orders and payments are processed by the merchant. ChatGPT can use your…

Hidden camera & audio settings in iOS Control Center The iOS Control Center is more than quick toggles — it can show app-specific camera and microphone options that only appear when the related app is active. These contextual controls are accessed via touch-and-hold (long press) and can expose settings you might otherwise search for in the main Settings app. What you can find Camera modes and quick camera options (selfie/rear, video/photo modes) Microphone modes such as Voice Isolation when a recording or call is active App-specific shortcuts that only appear while that app is using camera/mic hardware How to access Open the app that uses the camera or microphone (e.g., Camera, FaceTime, Voice Memos, a video app). Swipe to open Control Center. Touch and hold (long-press) the relevant control (Camera,…

Roborock H60 Series: H60 & H60 Hub Ultra Launch Roborock has expanded its cordless stick vacuum lineup with the H60 series, including the H60 Hub Ultra variant that adds a self‑emptying dock and Roborock‑App integration. The line focuses on powerful suction, cyclonic dust separation and easier access to tight spots thanks to a bendable wand. Key Highlights Bendable wand: Up to 90° flex for cleaning under furniture and in tight spaces. Cyclonic cleaning: 9‑cyclone dust separation for consistent suction. Filtration: 5‑stage system including HEPA for improved air quality. Self‑emptying dock (H60 Hub Ultra): Automatic dust emptying into the base station. App control: Monitor device status and schedule cleaning via the Roborock app. Detachable battery & runtime: Swapable battery; Ultra model claims up to ~90 minutes. Suction power: From ~115 AW…

Cosmos — Offline Music Player for iPhone & iPad Cosmos is a free music player app for iPhone and iPad designed for offline playback. It supports lossless and common formats including FLAC, MP3, and WAV, and lets you manage your collection either fully locally or synced across devices via iCloud Drive. Key features Plays FLAC, MP3, WAV and other common audio formats Offline playback — no internet required to listen Local library management or iCloud Drive sync between iPhone and iPad Playlist support and native iOS integration Free to use, no in-app purchases reported How to get started Download Cosmos from the App Store: Cosmos on the App Store Import audio files to the app (via Files, AirDrop, or other transfer methods) Choose whether to keep tracks locally or enable…

Logitech MX Master 4 — New reference productivity mouse (Update) Update: Both the white (Pale Gray) and black (Graphite) Logitech MX Master 4 are now listed in Logitech's official store presence on Amazon Germany (amazon.de). Quick summary Target: professional users, creators, power users seeking advanced productivity controls. Key new features: haptic feedback in the thumb rest, the Action Ring (circular shortcut menu), and improved ergonomics. Battery: advertised up to ~70 days per charge. Materials: notable use of post-consumer recycled plastics. Colors: available in black (Graphite) and white (Pale Gray). Where to buy Official product page: Logitech MX Master 4 — official page Amazon (US search/affiliate link): Find MX Master 4 on Amazon.com Note: availability has been reported on Logitech's official store presence on Amazon Germany. Features in detail Haptic feedback…

Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games (2025) The Nintendo Switch 2 didn’t launch with a huge slate of must-play exclusives, but a few months in there are already solid Switch 2-only titles, improved original Switch games, and strong third-party ports making the new hardware worth a look. Notable Switch 2 exclusives & enhanced titles Mario Kart World — A major new Mario Kart entry with expansive courses and fresh modes. Donkey Kong Bananza — Highly praised DK adventure built for the Switch 2. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition — A Switch 2-optimized version of the hit RPG, with performance improvements. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment — Action-packed Warriors entry running very well on Switch 2. Upcoming to watch Metroid Prime 4 — One of the most anticipated exclusives; release expected later in…