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Amazon ends Prime Invitee program — what to know Amazon is ending its Prime Invitee program, which allowed Prime members to extend free shipping to people outside their household. According to reports and an updated Amazon support notice, the Invitee program will stop on October 1, 2025, and previously invited guests will be notified by September 5, 2025. Key details End date: October 1, 2025 Notification deadline for existing invitees: September 5, 2025 Non-household invitees will be prompted to create their own Amazon Prime accounts; some reports say Amazon will offer a discounted rate of $14.99 for the first year. Amazon is promoting Amazon Family as an alternative for sharing certain Prime benefits among household members (limited to two adults + up to four children; teens added before April 7,…

New movies and series on Apple TV+ in September Apple has published an overview of the films and series arriving on Apple TV+ this September. While the overall number of new titles is smaller compared with larger services like Netflix or Disney+, subscribers can still look forward to a few notable additions. Highlights include a mix of new originals and returning series that should interest fans of drama and family-friendly titles. Apple’s official Apple TV+ page has the full lineup and release dates. More on Apple TV+ Source: ifun.de (summary) Which new Apple TV+ release will you watch first? Share your picks in the comments!

Paramount to Make Live-Action Call of Duty Movie — Potential CoDCUParamount has signed a deal with Microsoft and Activision to develop, produce and distribute a live-action Call of Duty feature film. While the agreement currently covers one movie, industry sources indicate Paramount may expand the property into multiple films and TV shows — a potential Call of Duty cinematic universe (CoDCU).Details about the cast, creative team, or which specific game/era the film will adapt have not been announced. With more than 30 mainline games in the franchise, possibilities range from classic war dramas to sci-fi epics based on the franchise's futuristic entries.Context: Paramount’s recent movesParamount recently completed an $8 billion merger with Skydance and has been on an acquisition spree.The studio has reportedly lured the creators of Stranger Things away…

Bosch Radiator Thermostat II — Matter vs Standard: What to know With summer ending, Bosch has started discounts on its Radiator Thermostat II. Important: there are two distinct versions that differ in compatibility and use. The two versions Matter version: Supports the Matter smart-home standard, enabling broader compatibility with Matter-certified hubs and ecosystems. Standard / Bosch version: May rely on Bosch's own ecosystem or older protocols and could have reduced compatibility with third-party systems. What to check before buying Which smart-home hub or voice assistant do you use? If you rely on Matter-compatible devices, pick the Matter version. Check firmware and integration notes — some features may be platform-specific. Look at local availability and current discounts. Product search (Amazon US): Bosch Radiator Thermostat II on Amazon Which version would you…

Google Play Games: New profiles with stats, milestones & social features Google is rolling out an update to the Play Games app that adds profile stats, milestones and new social features. The rollout begins on September 23 (with a delayed start on October 1 for the EU and UK). Profiles will show which games you’ve played, how long you’ve played them, and achievements you’ve unlocked. Key changes Profiles display games played, play time, milestones and achievements. New social features (follow players, profile visibility options); exact features are still being clarified. Google may collect usage data from games you’ve installed or played and may share in-game activity with developers. One-time option to import past activity from your account history to populate profile stats. Privacy controls: make your profile public, private, or…

Tesla Master Plan Part IV — Summary & Analysis Tesla published "Master Plan Part IV" on X, framing a vision of "sustainable abundance" achieved through AI, autonomy and robotics (including Optimus). The post is long and rhetorical, heavy on ambition but light on concrete roadmaps. Quick summary Core themes: unify hardware & software at scale, autonomous tech to improve safety and daily life, use AI/robots to increase productivity and reduce scarcity. Tone: visionary, optimistic, and utopian — critics call it vague and lacking detail. Context: Follows Tesla's earlier Master Plans (2006, 2016, Part 3) that ranged from concrete product roadmaps to higher-level decarbonization white papers. Notable quotes "Deliver unconstrained sustainability without compromise" "The elimination of scarcity will require tireless and exquisite execution..." Takeaway Part IV signals Tesla's push to position…

Telekom introduces ‘VIP delivery’ for iPhone 17 via Magenta Moments Deutsche Telekom has replaced its previous iPhone reservation service with a new “VIP-Lieferung” (VIP delivery) benefit available through its loyalty program, Magenta Moments. The offer lets Telekom customers who activate the benefit in the MeinMagenta app receive prioritized handling and delivery for new devices such as the iPhone 17. Key points Reservation service for the iPhone has been discontinued; VIP delivery via Magenta Moments is the new option. Only Telekom customers can activate the benefit and must enable it via the MeinMagenta app or the Magenta Moments area. Magenta Moments bundles various loyalty perks, including prioritized device delivery and exclusive offers. How to use Be a Telekom customer (contract or prepaid eligible where applicable). Open the MeinMagenta app or visit…

Apple 'Awe Dropping' Event Preview — What to Expect (Sep 9, 2025) Apple will livestream its "Awe Dropping" event on September 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET from Cupertino. Official streams: Apple Events page and Apple YouTube livestream. Top things to expect iPhone 17 / 'iPhone Air' — rumored new ultra-thin model (~5.55 mm) called iPhone Air with a single 48MP camera and smaller battery; Pro models may get aluminum bodies, expanded rear camera "island," improved telephoto (possibly 48MP), anti-glare coating, and ProMotion on standard models. iOS 26 — new Liquid Glass visual language and likely the software debut for the new iPhones. Apple Watch — potential Apple Watch Ultra update (5G, new chip, satellite texting) and incremental Series 11 upgrades. AirPods Pro 3 — possible biometric sensors (in-ear HR/temperature),…

Hollow Knight: Silksong — Day‑one on Xbox Game Pass (Sept 4, 2025) Microsoft has revealed the first half of its September 2025 Game Pass lineup, and the biggest highlight is Hollow Knight: Silksong. Team Cherry's long-awaited sequel arrives on September 4, 2025 as a day‑one title on Xbox Game Pass (Ultimate & PC). The game is priced at $20, and Team Cherry confirmed a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade pack for Kickstarter backers who received a Switch key. Silksong goes live on Game Pass at 10:00 AM ET on launch day. If you can’t wait to play, consider these other Game Pass additions coming in early September: I Am Your Beast — available now on Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass and Game Pass Standard. Nine Sols — joining Game…

OpenAI Adds Parental Controls to ChatGPT and New Safety Measures OpenAI announced new parental controls for ChatGPT that will allow parents to link their personal accounts with their teenage children’s accounts, control how the model responds to teens, and disable features such as memory and chat history. The company also said ChatGPT will generate automated alerts when it detects a teen is in a "moment of acute distress," and that expert input will guide these safety features. Key features Account linking between parents and teens Ability to disable features like memory and chat history for teen accounts Automated alerts for "moments of acute distress" with plans to route sensitive conversations to specialized reasoning models Collaboration with experts in adolescent health, eating disorders, and substance use to refine safety measures Context…