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Anker Prime chargers: 300W power bank + MagSafe + 160W GaN — deals and specs Anker has launched several new Prime charging devices and some are already discounted. Below is a concise roundup of what’s on sale, key specs, and Amazon affiliate links so you can check current pricing and clip coupons. Anker Prime 26,250mAh (99.75Wh) 300W Power Bank — $184 with 20% clippable coupon Capacity: 26,250mAh (99.75Wh) — TSA-friendly (just under the 100Wh FAA limit) Total output: 300W across two USB-C + one USB-A port Max single-port output: 140W (with a 5A cable) — can charge an M4 Pro MacBook Pro to 50% in ~27 minutes and an iPhone 17 Pro Max to 50% in ~22 minutes Input recharge: Supports up to 250W input by using both USB-C ports…

OpenRed (Hydra) for Reddit — status and translation Original (translated): We spent a lot of time with OpenRed last year and were very happy with the app. Reddit could be used without subscription fees, there was no advertising, the filter options worked well and operation was uncomplicated. Reportedly it is no longer available in the App Store. Quick summary OpenRed (also distributed as "Hydra for Reddit") was praised for being ad‑free, subscription‑free and having good filters. An article reported it as removed from the App Store. However, a check of public listings shows Hydra still available in the App Store at time of writing. Possible reasons for inability to find it: regional restrictions, temporary delisting, or search/indexing issues. What I checked Developer website: hydraapp.io App Store listing: Hydra for Reddit…

Apple released iOS 26 on September 15, 2025. The headline change is a system-wide aesthetic called Liquid Glass: a translucent, glass-like UI that extends across apps, the lock screen and home screen. You can’t fully disable it, but you can reduce its transparency in Accessibility settings. Quick highlights Liquid Glass — translucent UI across iPhone, iPad and Mac (adjustable: Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Reduce Transparency). Phone app redesign — contacts, recents and voicemail on one screen; new Hold Assist to notify you when an agent answers so you can avoid waiting on hold. Live Translation — real-time translation for Phone, FaceTime and Messages using Apple Intelligence. Polls in group messages — create polls to decide quickly in group chats. Filtering unknown senders — spam and…

volumeHUD restores the classic macOS volume HUD on Tahoe With macOS Tahoe Apple replaced the large, central volume HUD with a much smaller corner popup that can be hard to notice depending on your background. volumeHUD is a small open-source utility that restores the old on-screen volume overlay so you get clear, familiar visual feedback when changing volume. What is volumeHUD? volumeHUD displays the classic macOS volume heads-up display whenever the volume changes. Its lightweight, free, and the source is available on GitHub. Project on GitHub — download, view source, and releases Why use it? Restores the visible, centrally placed volume overlay many users prefer. Improves feedback when adjusting volume (especially on noisy keyboards or with external controls). Open source and easy to install. How to get it Visit the…

AirPods Pro 3: Heart-Rate Tracking — How it Works and How to Use It Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 now include in-ear photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors to measure heart rate for workouts and periodic pulse checks. The earbuds work with your iPhone’s accelerometer, gyroscope, GPS and on-device AI to provide live cardio insights and estimate calories burned. How they measure heart rate PPG sensors pulse infrared light hundreds of times per second to detect blood-flow changes in your ear. Data from the AirPods is combined with iPhone sensors and Health information to improve accuracy. If you wear both an Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 3, the device with the most accurate recent data is used. Requirements AirPods Pro 3 (older AirPods do not have heart-rate sensors). iPhone running iOS 26 (iPhone 11…

October Prime Day 2025 — Early Deals & Top Picks Amazon Prime Day is back on October 7–8, 2025 — but you don’t have to wait. Early Prime Day deals are already live. Below are Engadget’s top picks gathered and summarized, with quick links to search each product on Amazon. Apple MagSafe charger (25W, 2m) — $35. Qi2.2-certified, supports up to 25W with a 30W adapter. Leebein 2025 electric spin scrubber — $40. Comes with seven brush heads, IPX7 waterproof, USB-C. Jisulife Life7 handheld fan — $25. Table/neck/wearable fan, 5,000 mAh battery. Blink Mini 2 security cameras (two-pack) — $35. Indoor monitoring, great for pets and entryways. JBL Go 4 portable speaker — $40. IP67-rated, 7 hours playtime. Apple Mac mini (M4) — $499. Compact desktop with M4 chip and…

SwitchBot launches Video Doorbell in Germany SwitchBot has officially launched its new Video Doorbell in Germany. The device is aimed at households that want easy-to-use entrance camera monitoring combined with local storage and smart-home integration. Key features 2K Full HD video quality 165° ultra-wide field of view Color night vision Two-way audio with quick replies Local storage support (no mandatory monthly fees) Long battery life (advertised around 570 days) with options for wired/charging Matter support via bridge and integration with Alexa and the SwitchBot ecosystem (e.g., SwitchBot Smart Lock) Availability The doorbell is available now via SwitchBot's European store: SwitchBot Video Doorbell — EU product page. As of the latest checks there is no dedicated Amazon.de product page for the doorbell yet; keep an eye on SwitchBot's official Amazon storefront…

Kindle Scribe (2nd generation) Prime Day Deal — Record Low Prices Amazon has discounted the Kindle Scribe (2nd gen) for Prime Day. Key details pulled from market reports and deal roundups: 16GB (Tungsten): approximately $260 (was $400) 32GB: approximately $280 64GB: approximately $310 These prices were reported as some of the lowest we've seen for the Scribe during this Prime Day event. The Kindle Scribe is a 10.2-inch E Ink tablet that blends reading and note-taking — it earned high marks in reviews (example score: 86) for its smooth reading/writing experience and sleek design. It features front lights that auto-adjust to ambient light. Important: availability and exact pricing can vary by region and may require an Amazon Prime membership. You can search for the Kindle Scribe on Amazon via this…

EA to go private in $55 billion acquisition by PIF, Silver Lake & Affinity Partners Electronic Arts (EA) has agreed to be acquired in a $55 billion deal by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), alongside Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. The agreement will take EA private and ends the company’s 35-year run as a public company. Key facts Deal amount: $55 billion (cash transaction). Buyers: PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. CEO & HQ: Andrew Wilson will remain CEO; Redwood City headquarters will stay in place. Expected close: EA says the deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. Context: EA has faced industry pressures — recent layoffs of over 650 employees, cancellation of a planned…

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2025: Oct 7–8 — Deals from GoPro, Sennheiser, Levi’s; Anker promos until Oct 12 The fall edition of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days runs on October 7–8, 2025. Prime members can expect discounts across categories including electronics, fashion and seasonal items for autumn and winter. Brands reported to participate include GoPro, Sennheiser and Levi’s. Additionally, Anker is running extended promotions through October 12. Quick shopping links GoPro on Amazon Sennheiser on Amazon Levi's on Amazon Anker on Amazon Bookmark Amazon's Prime Day/Big Deal Days page for updates: https://www.amazon.com/primeday Note: Deals and participating brands can be updated by Amazon as the event approaches. Check the links above during the sale for the latest offers.