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Spotify Lossless arrives on Sonos: FLAC up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz in 50+ markets Spotify Lossless continues its rollout: after launching in 50+ regions (including Germany) for Premium subscribers, it now works on Sonos systems. You can stream music in FLAC up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz using Spotify Connect, bringing higher‑fidelity playback to multi‑room setups. Key details Availability: Lossless is live in 50+ markets; Germany gained access in early October 2025. Audio quality: Up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz FLAC (track and catalog dependent). Requirements: An active Spotify Premium plan; enable Lossless in the Spotify app (Settings → Audio Quality → Streaming Quality: Lossless). On Sonos: Select your Sonos speaker(s) from the device list via Spotify Connect. Final output depends on device capabilities and network conditions. Catalog caveat: Not every track is available in…

Spotify Lossless now plays on Sonos: FLAC up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz rolls out Spotify Lossless has expanded again: after going live in 50+ markets (including Germany) for Premium subscribers, playback is now supported on Sonos speakers as well. Listeners can stream music in FLAC up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz using Spotify Connect, bringing higher‑fidelity audio to multi‑room setups. Key details Availability: Lossless listening is rolling out to 50+ regions; Germany received access in early October 2025. Audio quality: Up to 24‑bit/44.1 kHz FLAC (track and catalog dependent). Requirements: Spotify Premium; enable Lossless in the Spotify app (Settings → Audio Quality → Streaming Quality: Lossless). On Sonos: Use Spotify Connect from the Spotify app to target Sonos speakers. Final output depends on each device’s capabilities and network conditions. Catalog caveat: Not every…

Deal Reminder: Baseus Picogo 5K MagSafe/Qi2 Power Bank Hits $36 (Record Low) The Baseus Picogo 5K magnetic power bank is back down to a record low $36. It’s a pocketable 5,000mAh pack that’s Qi2‑certified for iPhone and includes a built‑in kickstand so you can prop your phone while it charges. Capacity: 5,000mAh for quick top‑ups Charging: Magnetic Qi2 wireless; up to 15W on supported iPhones Design: Curved body with a soft‑silicone exterior for better grip Stand: Integrated fold‑out kickstand for video calls, streaming, or desk use Real‑world result: In testing, an iPhone 15 gained ~43% in about 42 minutes (your results may vary) Compatibility notes MagSafe/Qi2 support: Works with iPhone 12 and newer. For 15W on third‑party Qi2 accessories, you’ll need iPhone 13 or later. Cases: For the strongest magnetic…

Deal: Baseus Picogo 5K MagSafe/Qi2 Power Bank Drops to $36 (Record Low) The Baseus Picogo 5K magnetic power bank just hit a record low $36. It’s pocket-sized, Qi2-certified for iPhone, and includes a built-in kickstand so you can prop your phone while it charges. Capacity: 5,000mAh Charging: Magnetic Qi2 wireless; up to 15W on supported iPhones Design: Curved, soft-silicone exterior for better grip Stand: Integrated fold-out stand for video calls, streaming, or StandBy Real-world result: In testing, an iPhone 15 gained ~43% in about 42 minutes (results vary by device and conditions) Compatibility notes MagSafe/Qi2 support: Works with iPhone 12 and newer. For 15W on third‑party Qi2 accessories, you’ll need iPhone 13 or later. Cases: Use MagSafe/Qi2‑compatible cases (or go case‑less) for the strongest magnetic hold. Why choose this over…

Deal: Baseus Picogo 5K MagSafe/Qi2 Power Bank Drops to $36 (Record Low) If you want a truly pocketable top-up, the Baseus Picogo 5K is down to $36—its lowest price to date. This 5,000mAh magnetic power bank is Qi2-certified for iPhone and features a built-in kickstand so you can prop your phone while it charges. Capacity: 5,000mAh Charging: Magnetic Qi2 wireless; up to 15W on supported iPhones Design: Slim curved body with a soft silicone exterior for better grip Stand: Integrated fold-out stand for video calls, streaming, or StandBy Real-world result: Testing showed an iPhone 15 gained ~43% battery in about 42 minutes (results vary by device and conditions) Best for: Everyday carry, travel, events, and quick top-ups Compatibility notes MagSafe/Qi2 support: Works with iPhone 12 and newer. For 15W on…

Aura Ink: 13‑Inch Color E‑Ink Frame Is 0.6" Thin and Lasts ~3 Months per Charge Aura unveiled the Ink, a 13‑inch color e‑ink photo frame that’s just 0.6 inches thick and designed to blend into a gallery wall or stand on its own. Thanks to e‑ink’s low power draw, the frame runs on a rechargeable battery that the company says lasts for around three months per charge. Because current color e‑paper panels offer a limited native palette (roughly six base hues), Aura says it built a proprietary dithering algorithm to simulate “millions of tones,” aiming to deliver the look of full‑color photographs. There’s also an integrated front light to boost contrast; it auto‑adjusts with ambient light and turns off at night. Key features 13‑inch color e‑ink display in an ultra‑thin…

Aura Ink: Ultra‑Thin 13-Inch Color E‑Ink Photo Frame Lasts 3 Months per Charge Aura has announced the Ink, a 13-inch color e‑ink photo frame that’s just 0.6 inches thick. Unlike many digital frames that need to stay plugged in, Ink includes a rechargeable battery rated for around three months of use per charge—thanks to the low-power nature of e‑ink. Color e‑paper typically offers a limited palette (around six base colors). Aura says it tackles this with a proprietary dithering algorithm that expands the perceived tones to “millions,” aiming to deliver photo-like results. There’s also an integrated front light that boosts contrast, auto-adjusts to ambient conditions, and turns off at night. Key features Ultra-thin design: Approximately 0.6" thick to blend into gallery walls or stand alone. Battery-powered: Around 3 months per…

Deal: Anker Nano Power Bank (5,000 mAh, USB‑C) drops to $19 (36% off) Anker’s pocket-friendly Nano Power Bank (USB‑C) is currently discounted to $19, down from $30. The lipstick-sized pack has a built‑in USB‑C connector so you can top up your phone without carrying an extra cable. It’s an easy, ultra‑portable backup for quick boosts on the go. Price: $19 (36% off); colors include Black, White, Ice Lake Blue, Lilac Purple and Sprout Green. Capacity: 5,000 mAh — suitable for quick top‑ups; reported testing took a depleted Galaxy S23 Ultra to ~65% in about an hour. Design: Integrated USB‑C plug, four LED charge indicators, compact and lightweight for pockets and small bags. Works with: iPhone 15 and newer (USB‑C), recent Android phones (e.g., Samsung S22/S23), AirPods, iPad Pro/Air and other…

Nintendo schedules 60‑minute Kirby Air Riders Direct for Oct 23 ahead of Nov 20 launch Nintendo announced a second livestream for Kirby Air Riders, a Switch 2 exclusive, airing on October 23 at 9AM ET (6AM PT). The presentation will run for roughly 60 minutes, an unusually long deep dive just weeks before the game’s launch on November 20, 2025. When: October 23, 2025 — 9AM ET / 6AM PT Runtime: ~60 minutes Host: Director Masahiro Sakurai Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive Release date: November 20, 2025 Watch: Nintendo of America on X · Nintendo’s YouTube channel What to expect Given Sakurai’s reputation for meticulous breakdowns (see: Super Smash Bros. reveals), expect a detailed look at modes, vehicles, and core mechanics, and possibly online features or a modern spin on…

AWS Outage on Oct 20: DNS issue in us‑east‑1 knocked major services offline — now resolved A severe Amazon Web Services (AWS) incident on October 20 disrupted a long list of apps and sites, from Venmo, Snapchat and Canva to Fortnite and even Amazon’s own Alexa. AWS traced the trigger to a DNS resolution issue affecting DynamoDB service endpoints in the US‑EAST‑1 (N. Virginia) region. By the evening, AWS said all services had returned to normal operations. What happened — key timeline 3:11 AM ET: AWS reports increased error rates and latencies across multiple services in US‑EAST‑1. 5:01 AM ET: Root cause identified as DNS resolution issues for DynamoDB API endpoints. 5:24 AM ET (2:24 AM PT): AWS says the underlying DNS issue was fully mitigated; recovery efforts continue. Morning–midday:…