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Appeals Court Reinstates FTC Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter A federal appeals court has restored Rebecca Kelly Slaughter to her role as a commissioner at the Federal Trade Commission. The 2–1 decision dissolved a temporary stay and reinstated a district court order requiring Slaughter’s return after she was fired by President Trump in March. Key points Panel vote: 2–1 in favor of reinstatement. Judges Patricia Millett and Cornelia Pillard (Obama appointees) formed the majority; Judge Neomi Rao (Trump appointee) dissented. Legal basis: The majority said the government "has no likelihood of success on appeal" because Supreme Court precedent in Humphrey’s Executor (1935) protects independent-agency commissioners from removal except for cause ("inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office"). Background: U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan previously ruled Slaughter’s removal "unlawful and without…

Nora emergency app v1.3.0 adds protections to prevent misuseOne year after returning to the App Store, the emergency app Nora has received its first update (v1.3.0) which integrates additional measures to prevent abusive use. Nora is primarily designed to help people with disabilities access emergency services, so tightening protections against misuse is a key step.What changedNew checks and safeguards to reduce fraudulent or improper useImprovements focused on protecting vulnerable usersBug fixes and stability improvementsOfficial details were reported by iphone-ticker.de. If an official App Store or developer page is available, consider checking it for the full changelog and download links.What do you think? Are stricter safeguards enough, or could they also make access harder for legitimate users? Leave a comment below.

Ooni Volt 2 — “Pizza Intelligence” for more consistent pies Ooni has updated its indoor electric pizza lineup with the Volt 2, an all‑electric countertop oven that adds adaptive heating and smarter presets to hit more consistent results. Ooni calls the system Pizza Intelligence: real‑time sensors that dynamically balance heat between the top and base elements to reduce cold spots and temperature swings. Key features Adaptive heating system (“Pizza Intelligence”) that adjusts top/base elements in real time Fits pizzas up to 13 inches Max temperature up to 450°C (≈850°F) — Neapolitan pizzas in ~90 seconds New rounded design, larger viewing window, touch controls + dial Cooking modes: Dough Proof, Oven, Grill, plus programmable presets for different pizza styles (NY, Neapolitan, deep‑pan) Compact enough for a kitchen counter Price & availability…

reMarkable Paper Pro Move — pocketable 7.3-inch e‑paper slate (summary) reMarkable has released the Paper Pro Move, a compact 7.3-inch e-paper slate designed to fit like a reporter's notepad. Priced at $449 with the standard Marker, the Move promises the same two-week battery life as its larger sibling, and comes with 2GB RAM and 64GB storage. Marker Plus (with built-in eraser) and six folio options are available — polymer weave ($69) and leather ($139) among them. Key specs Display: 7.3-inch Canvas Color e-paper Processor: 1.7GHz dual-core Cortex A55 RAM/Storage: 2GB / 64GB Battery: 2,344mAh (claimed ~2 weeks) Price: $449 (Marker included) Accessories: Marker Plus (upgrade), folios $69–$139 What’s new / notable Pocketable size modeled on a reporter's notepad (7.6" x 4.3"). Software tweaks for small-screen use: draggable toolbar, improved gesture…

Best MagSafe power banks for 2025 — Anker MagGo 10K tops our list After testing more than 50 portable batteries over the years, we focused on MagSafe-compatible banks as the iPhone 17 (rumored to be the thinnest yet) approaches. Our current top pick is the Anker MagGo 10K (Qi2) — it pairs large capacity with fast charging, and includes useful extras like a stand and a display. Quick highlights Anker MagGo 10K (Qi2) — Big capacity (10,000mAh), Qi2/MagSafe compatibility, fast charging, built-in stand and display. Good options for minimalists: 5,000mAh slim MagSafe banks. Budget picks: Smaller-capacity magnetic banks that keep weight and cost down. What to consider before buying Capacity: 5,000mAh vs 10,000mAh. Expect ~60% delivery for wireless banks due to conversion/heat loss. A 5K bank can add ~85–90 percentage…

Amazon launches Second Chance Deal Days — Sept 3–9, 2025 Amazon has announced its first-ever Second Chance Deal Days, a global event focused on returned, used and refurbished items. Running from September 3–9, 2025, the sale offers discounts of up to 50% off on a wide range of categories, including personal tech, gaming, fitness, home & kitchen, and toys. Why it matters The initiative promotes sustainable shopping by extending product lifecycles and reducing waste. Amazon says items sold during the event are inspected, tested and cleaned under its Returns and Renewed programs, and are supported by Amazon’s customer-service and return policies. Availability Official announcements have appeared for several markets (including the UK and Germany). For US shoppers, similar deals can be found through Amazon Renewed, which lists certified refurbished and…

Bosch Smart Home: Managing multiple controllers may cost extra Summary (English): Recent reports say Bosch plans to offer the ability to manage multiple Bosch Smart Home controllers centrally via a single app — but that convenience would cost €4.99 per month. The original message was in German; this is the translated summary and context. Original (translated) "Just now we reported positively about Bosch's smart home system using the example of radiator thermostats. Messages like this one, however, would be avoidable. Bosch will reportedly offer the option to centrally manage multiple of its smart home systems via one app in the future, but the fun is supposed to cost €4.99 per month." What we found No clear official confirmation from Bosch about a €4.99/month fee was found at the time of…

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 — 25th Anniversary Reissue Harman Kardon has announced a 25th‑anniversary reissue of its iconic SoundSticks speaker series: the SoundSticks 5. The update keeps the classic aesthetic — two satellite speakers plus a subwoofer — while bringing modern upgrades including additional tweeters for improved clarity and an integrated lighting system. Key points 25th anniversary edition (SoundSticks 5) Updated internals and extra tweeters for enhanced high‑frequency detail Integrated lighting system adds visual flair Maintains the original transparent-style design and the satellite + subwoofer layout Availability & links No dedicated official SoundSticks 5 product page was found at the time of writing; some coverage and the current official SoundSticks 4 page are available for reference: Search SoundSticks on Amazon (affiliate) Harman Kardon — SoundSticks 4 (official product page) Sources…

JBL PartyBox 720 & Boombox 4 — Specs, Price & Availability JBL announced two new portable party speakers: the PartyBox 720 and the Boombox 4. Below is a concise breakdown of specs, pricing, and availability. PartyBox 720 Power: 800W Battery: Replaceable, up to 15 hours Drivers: Two 9" woofers + two 30mm dome tweeters Audio tech: JBL AI Sound Boost (louder without distortion) Connectivity: Auracast multi-speaker, USB-C audio streaming, XLR ports for mics/guitars/DJ gear Extras: Syncing "futuristic" lightshow Price & Availability: $1,099, pre-orders open, ships Sep 21 More info / buy: Search JBL PartyBox 720 on Amazon • JBL PartyBox lineup: https://www.jbl.com/partybox.html Boombox 4 Durability: IP68 water & dustproof Battery: Replaceable, up to 28 hours Weight: Nearly 2 lb lighter than the previous model Audio tech: AI Sound Boost Connectivity:…

Acer Swift 16 Air — Ultra-light 16-inch announced at IFA 2025 Acer unveiled the Swift 16 Air at IFA 2025 — a 16-inch laptop that aims to redefine portability. The standout is its weight: the IPS version weighs just over 2 lbs (≈1 kg), while the AMOLED option increases it slightly to ~2.4 lbs. That makes the Swift 16 Air lighter than many 13-inch ultraportables. Key specs Display: 16" 16:10 — IPS (standard) or AMOLED (higher weight) Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series (options up to AI 7 350) Graphics: AMD Radeon GPU Battery: Up to ~13 hours per charge Ports: 2× USB-C, 2× USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm audio Extras: Webcam with privacy shutter, Windows Hello support, stereo speakers, dual microphones Availability & Price Acer confirmed EMEA availability in November 2025…