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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.

Prime Deal: Shark AV2501S AI Ultra — Now $230 (Record Low) Ahead of Amazon Big Deal Days (Prime Day in October), a steep discount has appeared on Shark robot vacuums. Prime members can grab the Shark AV2501S AI Ultra for just $230 (was $550), a record low for this model — that’s $320 off list price. Key specs Runtime: up to 120 minutes per charge Self-emptying, bagless base — stores up to ~30 days of debris HEPA filtration (captures ~99.97% of dust and allergens) Accurate home mapping and app control Also on sale: Shark Matrix 2-in-1 If you want mopping too, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (vacuum + mop) is also discounted for Prime members — around $300 — with a mopping scrub rate advertised at 100 scrubs per minute…

HTX Studio — iPhone 17 Pro: A Filmmaker’s Review (Summary & Key Takeaways) HTX Studio’s in-depth review (video link below) looks at the iPhone 17 Pro from a filmmaker’s perspective. The review highlights notable thermal and display improvements that make the 17 Pro more reliable for long video shoots. Quick summary New vapor‑chamber cooling and an aluminum body improve heat dissipation, reducing thermal throttling during extended recording. Peak display brightness increased to ~3,000 nits, improving outdoor visibility. No noticeable screen dimming or overheating during prolonged outdoor filming in the reviewer’s tests. Overall impression: a more dependable phone for content creators who film long takes in hot conditions. Watch the full review iPhone 17 Pro: A Filmmaker's Review — HTX Studio (YouTube) Where to buy / search Amazon search (US, affiliate):…

Sailing Lantern: Jony Ive & LoveFrom x BALMUDA Jony Ive’s design studio LoveFrom has teamed up with Japanese maker BALMUDA to create the Sailing Lantern — a high-end, maritime-inspired LED lantern. The piece is limited to 1,000 units and priced at $4,800. Key details Designers: Jony Ive / LoveFrom & BALMUDA Product: Sailing Lantern Price: $4,800 Limit: 1,000 units Materials & style: Polished stainless steel with gold accents, LED lighting, inspired by classic ship lanterns Availability & links Official product page: BALMUDA — LoveFrom × BALMUDA Press coverage: Business Insider, Wallpaper* Not listed directly on Amazon — search link (US affiliate tag): Search for "Sailing Lantern" on Amazon (affiliate) Images Official product images are hosted on BALMUDA’s page above. Notes This post excludes links to the original RSS news source…

Roku Streaming Stick Plus — $29 Deal (27% off) Roku's Streaming Stick Plus is on sale for $29 — a 27% discount and one of the lowest prices weve seen. It's a compact, travel-friendly streamer that supports 4K and HDR10+ (note: it does not support Dolby Vision). The device includes Roku's rechargeable voice remote with push-to-talk voice controls and TV power/volume buttons, and it can be powered from a TV USB port so you dont always need a wall adapter. Why its a great pick Excellent value for free & live streaming — The Roku Channel offers 500+ free channels including live news and sports. 4K & HDR10+ support for sharper picture (no Dolby Vision). Small, portable and USB-powered — great for travel. Rechargeable voice remote can control TV power…

X to appeal Karnataka HC ruling on Sahyog portal X (formerly Twitter) has announced it will appeal the Karnataka High Court's decision that upheld the Indian government's Sahyog portal — a system X says allows "millions" of police officers and other officials to issue takedown orders without judicial review or due process. Summary The Karnataka HC dismissed X’s petition on Sept 24, 2025, allowing the government portal to remain operational. X called the ruling "deeply concerned," arguing the portal circumvents Section 69A of the IT Act, risks arbitrary removals, and imposes criminal liability on platforms for non-compliance. Key dates & quotes July 29, 2025 — Karnataka HC reserved the order. Sept 24, 2025 — Karnataka HC dismissed X’s plea. X statement — The ruling "allow[s] millions of police officers to…

New York Times shutters NYT Audio app — audio moves into main app The New York Times will shut down its standalone NYT Audio app on October 3, 2025. Podcasts, narrated articles and other audio offerings will be integrated directly into the publisher's main NYT app under a new "Listen" tab. What happened Launched in 2023, the NYT Audio app aimed to be a single hub for the publisher's audio output and selected external audio content. The company now says it will consolidate audio and video features into the flagship news app to streamline discovery and personalization. Why it matters Simpler user experience: audio will be available in the primary app rather than a separate download. Better personalization: consolidation may allow NYT to surface audio content alongside other formats more…

iPad as a picture frame: App restores the old built-in feature Translation of the original German excerpt: "In the early days of the iPad, the ability to use the Apple tablet as a digital photo frame was built into the iPad's operating system. Apple even added a special button to the device's lock screen for this purpose. With iOS 7, this function was removed without replacement 12 years ago. If you still want to use your iPad as a digital photo frame [...]" An app called Digital Photo Frame Slideshow brings back and expands this functionality. It turns an old iPad into a customizable slideshow display that supports photos, Live Photos and videos from various sources. What the app offers Slideshow playback for Photos, Live Photos and videos Supports multiple…

iPhone 17: Silicone cover may prevent MagSafe scratchesReports say Apple has instructed store staff to replace MagSafe charging stands and given cleaning guidance after customers noticed the iPhone 17’s back is prone to scratches. A silicone MagSafe cover is being suggested as a simple way to reduce marks.What happenedSeveral reports indicated the new iPhone’s rear surface is particularly sensitive to scratches from MagSafe accessories. In response, Apple apparently asked employees in retail stores to swap out MagSafe charging stands and provided cleaning instructions for the new phones.Possible fixA silicone MagSafe-compatible cover is recommended by some to prevent direct contact and protect the finish. If you’re looking for options, here’s a search link to relevant products on Amazon (affiliate): Silicone MagSafe cases on Amazon.Have you experienced this?Tell us in the comments…