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Tech roundup: DJI Mic 3 & YouTube TV-Fox deal DJI Mic 3 — Quick overview The DJI Mic 3 brings a major redesign: much smaller, lighter transmitters (16 g vs 28 g on the Mic 2), a rotating clip for easier/more discreet mounting, improved sound quality and noise reduction, and support for up to four transmitters and eight receivers for multi-camera shoots. Kits are priced around $219 for a single-transmitter kit and $329 for a two-transmitter kit with charging case. Buy/search on Amazon: DJI Mic 3 on Amazon Quick specs Transmitter weight: ~16 g (0.58 oz) Up to 4 transmitters & 8 receivers Improved noise reduction and sound quality YouTube TV & Fox — What happened YouTube TV and Fox reached a renewal that keeps the full Fox portfolio (Fox…

S10: Bluetooth speaker, night light and sleep aid — early look Summary (English): The S10 is a combined Bluetooth speaker, night light and sleep-aid device. It is not a brand-new model — it’s been available since last autumn. There are no official press materials available and manufacturer information is scarce, but we have recently received a unit for inspection. Translated excerpt (from German) “Since we were just dealing with the combo of lamp and speaker: it’s different in this case: the S10 is not a brand-new model, but has been available since last autumn. We do not have official press materials, and we have no further information about the manufacturer. Nevertheless, we have just received a unit of […]” What we found No official press release or clear manufacturer page…

High radiation values: EU confirms French action against iPhone 12 In September 2023 the French regulator ANFR (Agence Nationale des Fréquences) ordered the temporary withdrawal of the iPhone 12 from the French market after tests showed the device exceeded the EU limb SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) limit. Reported measurements reached 5.74 W/kg vs the EU limb limit of 4.0 W/kg. Key facts Date of action: 12 September 2023 Regulator: ANFR (France) Measured limb SAR: 5.74 W/kg (limit: 4.0 W/kg) EU response: Confirmed/supports France’s enforcement Apple: Says iPhone 12 complies with global SAR standards; attributed discrepancy to a test method not accounting for an "off-body detection" feature; released a software update to address the issue. Sources: TechCrunch report, Apple Support notice. What this means The ANFR’s findings led to immediate enforcement…

Amazon drops prices on Kindle Colorsoft models Amazon has reduced prices on its new Kindle Colorsoft e-readers. In the U.S. market the 16GB Kindle Colorsoft is now selling for around $219.99 (down from roughly $250), while the Kindle Colorsoft Kids edition is available for about $239.99–$270, depending on the retailer and bundle. Note: Some European reports list euro prices; exact EUR amounts and regional availability can vary and weren’t consistently confirmed across sources at the time of writing. Find current listings on Amazon (affiliate search): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kindle+Colorsoft+16GB&tag=f1rede-20 What’s included in the Kids edition Kid-friendly case 1 year of Amazon Kids+ 2-year worry-free guarantee (depending on retailer) Sources include product listings and tech coverage from retailers and outlets reporting the first notable price drops. If you want, I can check a specific…

Best Cheap Android Phones for 2025 You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a phone that handles daily tasks. Here are top budget Android picks that balance camera, battery, display and performance. Top budget picks (2025) Google Pixel 9a — Excellent camera and clean Android; typical price: $400–$500. Buy / Search on Amazon Nothing Phone 3a — Stylish design with Glyph lighting and solid battery; typical price: $300–$350. Buy / Search on Amazon Moto G Power (2025) — Outstanding battery life; typical price: $200–$300. Buy / Search on Amazon Samsung Galaxy A36 5G — Balanced performance and good display with 5G; typical price: ~$350. Buy / Search on Amazon Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G — Long battery life and durable features; typical price: $300–$400. Buy / Search…

Geo Gods — Solo Card Game from Arnold Rauers (iOS) Translated summary: "Geo Gods" is a singleplayer card game for iOS from developer Arnold Rauers. We recommend many of Rauers' iOS card games and apps — recent coverage included Guncho, Card Thief and Card Crawl — and Geo Gods is another noteworthy solo card title. What it is Geo Gods combines card drafting with a simple tile-placing mechanic to create a "godly garden." Players use elemental magic from six different God factions, each with unique cards, to activate Power Crystals and boost their score. The game focuses on solo high-score runs and includes weekly global tournaments and Game Center leaderboards. Key features Solo card-drafting gameplay Tile placement to create scoring combos Six elemental God factions with distinct cards High-score chasing,…

Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL — Matter lamp with integrated JBL speakers Govee and JBL have teamed up for the Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL, a hybrid smart lamp that combines advanced RGBIC lighting with integrated JBL audio. Launched in June 2025, the lamp targets users who want immersive, customizable lighting paired with room‑filling sound in a single, portable device. Key features Lighting: 210 individually addressable RGBICWW LEDs, music‑reactive scenes with ~32ms response, adjustable color temperature and brightness, and over 100 presets. Audio: Built‑in 2.5" JBL driver (10W) with JBL tuning and EQ algorithm. Stereo sound possible by pairing two units via Wi‑Fi. Battery & portability: 5200mAh battery for up to ~4.5 hours at moderate brightness/volume; portable for wireless use. Smart home: Works…

There’s nothing more frustrating than shooting the perfect reel only to find the audio sounds like garbage. Mobile-focused microphones have come a long way; whether you need a wireless lav, a compact shotgun, or a budget lavalier, there’s a great option in 2025. Top picks (short descriptions) Rode Wireless GO II — Compact dual-transmitter wireless lav system, excellent for interviews and on-camera creators. Find on Amazon DJI Mic 2 — Reliable wireless kit with strong range and clear sound for run-and-gun shooting. Find on Amazon Shure MV88+ — Portable stereo condenser mic ideal for iPhone and USB-C phones with pro-grade capture. Find on Amazon Sennheiser MKE 400 — Short shotgun mic for directional audio when you need to reject background noise. Find on Amazon Rode VideoMicro — Tiny, affordable shotgun…

Spotify's "Mix der Woche": Genre controls only via iPhone app Spotify has added genre-selection controls to its Discover Weekly ("Mix der Woche") playlist — but currently the controls are available only in the iPhone app. Since July, iPhone users can choose up to five genres at the top of the playlist to steer recommendations toward specific styles (pop, electronic, jazz, techno, etc.). Important points: iPhone app: Genre selection controls present — select up to 5 genres to personalize your weekly mix. Mac app & Web Player: These platforms currently show the resulting playlist but do not display the genre-selection controls themselves. Effect: Choosing genres on iPhone changes what appears on Mac and Web, but those apps don’t yet let you change the genre selection. Why it matters: This gives mobile…

Osaurus: Open-source Apple Silicon LLM server brings local AI to Macs Osaurus is an open-source, Apple Silicon–native language model server designed to run local LLMs on M1/M2 (and newer) Macs. Lightweight (around 7 MB), Swift-native, and compatible with the OpenAI REST API, Osaurus aims to be a performant Ollama alternative that keeps models and data on device for better privacy and offline use. Key features Apple Silicon optimized (uses Apple ML frameworks) for improved speed on M1/M2/Pro/Max chips Extremely small footprint (~7 MB binary) Runs local models entirely offline — no cloud calls by default Implements the OpenAI-compatible REST API for easy integration Supports advanced features like KV-cache reuse, tool calling, and chat templates Why it matters For macOS users who prioritize data privacy and want low-latency local AI, Osaurus…