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Shark FacialPro Glow — hands-on summary & details About two years ago the author experienced an “aqua peel” in Singapore and sought a way to replicate it at home. Shark’s new FacialPro Glow now promises a similar hydro‑powered, spa‑level facial that suctions and rinses pores while infusing hydrator. What it is System: FacialPro Glow — hydro‑fueled cleanse attachment + handle. Accessory: Depuffi — separate heated/cooling plate for warming or calming skin (sold separately). Included products: “Derm Detox” exfoliating gel (AHA/BHA) and “Hydro Infuse” BHA hydrator (formulations developed for the device). How it works (short) Apply a thin layer of Derm Detox gel; wait ~3 minutes. Fill the front tank with clean water for the first suction pass; attach chosen tip (gentle wide, gentle T‑zone, normal wide, normal T‑zone). Glide the…

OpenAI now the world's most valuable private company — $500B valuation OpenAI has authorized a secondary share sale that resulted in the sale of about $6.6 billion in shares to investors including SoftBank, Abu Dhabi's MGX fund, Thrive Capital and T. Rowe Price. That sale has pushed the company's valuation up to $500 billion, reportedly overtaking SpaceX's $400 billion valuation. Key facts Authorized secondary sale: $10.3 billion (authorized), $6.6 billion sold to investors New valuation: ~$500 billion (from ~$300 billion) Major investors in this round: SoftBank, Abu Dhabi's MGX fund, Thrive Capital, T. Rowe Price OpenAI plans to transition to a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), with its nonprofit arm receiving an equity stake reportedly worth over $100 billion Elon Musk, a former co‑founder and early funder, has objected and is…

Prime Day: Ring Battery Doorbell Plus — 47% off (Now $80) Prime Day brings a big discount on the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus — currently advertised at 47% off and $80. This battery-powered doorbell offers 1536p HD video and a 150°×150° "head-to-toe" field of view so packages and deliveries near the bottom of the frame are clearly visible. Key features 1536p high-resolution video 150°×150° field of view (head-to-toe) Motion detection, privacy zones Color night vision and Live View with two-way talk Battery powered — no hardwiring required Battery & installation Installation is simple since you don’t need to hardwire to existing doorbell wiring. Battery life varies — most users report several weeks to several months depending on settings and how often motion detection or Live View is used. Subscription &…

Early Prime Big Deal Days — Best Apple Deals (updated) Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days (officially starting Oct 7) already has early discounts on several Apple products. Below are the highlights we found and quick links to search results on Amazon (affiliate tag included). Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 512GB) — $999 ($200 off). Search on Amazon: MacBook Air 13" M4 512GB. Availability: Availability varies. Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4, 512GB) — $1,199 ($200 off). Search: MacBook Air 15" M4 512GB. Availability: Availability varies. Apple iPad (A16, 256GB) — $399 ($50 off). Search: iPad A16 256GB. Availability: Availability varies. Apple AirTags (4-pack) — $75 ($24 off). Search: AirTags 4-pack. Availability: In-stock. Apple Mac mini (M4, 256GB) — $499 ($100 off). Search: Mac mini M4 256GB. Availability: Availability varies. Apple Watch…

Apple reportedly shifts staff from Vision Pro to smart glasses Recent reporting (Mark Gurman / Bloomberg summarized by multiple outlets) says Apple has pulled some staff from a planned Vision Pro refresh to accelerate development of consumer smart glasses that can compete with Meta/Ray-Ban. Two models are reportedly in development: N50: A lightweight, lower-cost model with no onboard display that pairs with the iPhone. Expected launch: around 2027. AR-display model: A glasses-style device with an augmented-reality display that was targeted for 2028 but may be expedited to launch earlier. Key features reportedly planned: New custom Apple chip Speakers and microphones for voice interaction Cameras for photos and video capture Health-tracking sensors Deep integration with Siri and an upcoming Siri LLM update for richer AI-driven voice commands Apple has not abandoned…

Blink Mini 2 — 2-pack for $35 (50% off) — Prime Day deal Prime Day deals are live early: you can get a duo of Blink Mini 2 cameras for just $35 — that’s 50% off and a record-low price (cheaper than the usual price for one). The offer is available to everyone — no Amazon Prime subscription required. Key features 1080p recording (day and night) Color night vision with a built-in LED spotlight and low-light sensor Wider field of view than the previous model Two-way audio (works with Alexa) Person detection supported (requires Blink Subscription: from $3/mo or $30/yr for one device) Indoor vs Outdoor The Blink Mini 2 is designed for indoor use, but can be used outdoors if you buy a weather-resistant adapter (~$10). The cameras come…

Apple 25W MagSafe Charger (2m) — $35 (Limited Sale) Apple's 25W MagSafe Charger with a 2‑meter cable is currently available for about $35 (roughly 29% off at the time of the deal). This makes the longer 2m cable cheaper than the 1m version in some listings — prices may vary and the sale could end anytime. Key details Model: Apple MagSafe Charger (2 m) Sale price reported: $35 (approx. 29% off) Max wireless: up to 25W when paired with a 30W USB‑C power adapter Compatibility: iPhone 8 and later for basic Qi charging; MagSafe (magnetic alignment) benefits and faster charging on iPhone 12 and newer. Newer iPhone 16/17/Pro models can reach the fastest MagSafe speeds (25W with a suitable adapter). Works with AirPods wireless charging cases Standards: Qi and Qi2…

Modder Natalie The Nerd has converted the LEGO 421-piece Nintendo Game Boy replica into a fully playable Game Boy using real Game Boy hardware and cartridges. The build uses a custom PCB, a very small screen kit, and USB-C power — and Natalie plans to share the designs once she finalizes the button mounting. Key details Custom PCB with soldered Game Boy chips and working controls Smallest screen kit on the market to fit inside the LEGO shell Powered via USB-C (no battery hassle) Current temporary button fix: elastic band; planned fix: 3D-printed LEGO piece holding a custom PCB Primary sources and further info: Natalie The Nerd blog — build notes and updates YouTube short showing the mod LEGO announcement Nintendo product page Search LEGO Nintendo Game Boy on Amazon…

Google's new Gemini-powered smart speaker: what we know Summary: Google has announced upcoming smart home speakers and a compact Nest device that will be powered by Gemini AI, which is set to replace Google Assistant on smart speakers and displays. The initial rollout is planned for the United States, and wider availability has not yet been confirmed. Key features Gemini for Home: a generative AI replacing Assistant with more conversational interaction and smarter camera alerts. 360° audio and a TV speaker mode (can be used as a speaker for Google TV streamer). Multiple speaker sizes, including a compact Nest speaker and a larger Google Home speaker with improved audio. Expected launch: spring 2026 (reports indicate initial US availability). Why it matters This marks a major shift in Google's smart home…

Bitrig brings “vibe coding” to iPhone — build native SwiftUI apps with AI Bitrig is a new iPhone app — developed by a team of former Apple engineers involved with SwiftUI — that lets you create native SwiftUI apps directly on your iPhone using AI. The app runs a custom Swift interpreter on the device, enabling generated code to call into iOS frameworks and access hardware (camera, GPS, motion, etc.) without a Mac or Xcode. Quick summary AI-driven "vibe coding": describe or speak your idea and Bitrig generates runnable Swift & SwiftUI code on-device. Native features: generated apps can use MapKit, Photos, Notifications and device hardware. Edit & share: tweak the code, preview instantly, and share projects via AirDrop, Messages or export to Xcode/TestFlight. Built by ex-Apple engineers (including contributors…