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October Prime Day — Early Tech Deals to Shop Now With October Prime Day on the horizon, early Prime Day discounts are already appearing. If you have Prime ($139/yr), this is a great time to stock up on tech essentials. Below are top picks (prices and availability vary; many discounts are Prime-only). Apple MagSafe charger (25W, 2m) — Qi2.2-certified, 25W with a 30W adapter. Search: Buy on Amazon Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M3) — M3 chip, strong performance for productivity. Search: Buy on Amazon Apple Mac mini (M4) — Compact desktop with M4 and 16GB RAM in base model. Search: Buy on Amazon Anker 622 5K magnetic power bank — MagSafe-compatible, slim, with built-in stand. Search: Buy on Amazon 8BitDo Pro 2 controller — Works with Switch 2, Steam Deck,…

Football Manager 26 adds women’s football — WSL confirmed, launch Nov 4, 2025 Sports Interactive’s Football Manager 26 (FM26) will include women’s football for the first time in the series, with the officially licensed Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) and multiple other women’s competitions represented. You can select and manage women’s teams complete with accurate player imagery, club logos and kits. Key details Release date: November 4, 2025 Platforms: PC/Mac, console editions (announced for Xbox/PlayStation), and a mobile version via Netflix Games at launch; FM26 Touch for Nintendo Switch is planned to follow digitally. Licensed women’s competitions: Official Barclays Women’s Super League confirmed; additional women’s leagues also included across multiple countries. Gameplay depth: FM26 uses a single ecosystem allowing mixed men’s and women’s saves. SI consulted players, managers, clubs and…

iPhone 17 Pro — “The Ultimate Pro” ad spotlights cinematic camera power Apple’s new commercial “The Ultimate Pro” centers on the iPhone 17 Pro’s camera system, showcasing features that are increasingly convincing professionals to replace traditional filmmaking equipment with a smartphone. Key highlights 48MP Fusion rear cameras with an 8× optical-quality zoom and a 56% larger sensor for improved low-light and detail. ProRes RAW video support and the industry-first genlock feature for precise multi-camera synchronization. 18MP Center Stage front camera with smarter group framing. Performance and build: A19 Pro chip, vapor cooling, a heat-forged aluminum unibody and improved ceramic shield for durability and long battery life. Why it matters These upgrades make the iPhone 17 Pro a viable tool for many creators and some professional productions, enabling cinematic capture without…

Best iPad & Apple deals this week It’s been a big week for Apple: the iPhone 17 lineup has started shipping and Apple released its latest major OS updates. If you’re shopping for an iPad, there aren’t major new models, but there are solid discounts on current hardware. Below are the top deals we found, with quick notes and links to search for the product on Amazon (affiliate tag included). Top iPad deals Apple iPad Air (13-inch, M3) — $649 (about $150 off). Great larger display for multitasking and media. Search on Amazon: Apple iPad Air 13" (M3) Apple iPad (A16) — $299 (about $50 off). Entry-level iPad with A16 chip and 128GB base storage. Good for browsing and media. Search on Amazon: Apple iPad (A16) Apple iPad mini (A17…

Podcast: iPhone 17 Air review, iPhone 17 lineup & Meta Ray‑Ban Display smart glasses (Meta Connect 2025) We covered Apple’s new iPhone family and Meta’s latest smart‑glass announcement on this week’s episode. Highlights below — full episode hosts Devindra Hardawar and Sam Rutherford. Quick summary iPhone 17 Air: ultra‑thin design focused on portability; notable battery improvements and the A19 Pro platform. Official: Apple — iPhone Air. iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 (base): Pro gets substantive internal upgrades; the base iPhone 17 remains an excellent all‑around option. Meta Connect 2025: Mark Zuckerberg unveiled the Ray‑Ban Display smart glasses combining AR features with Ray‑Ban styling — a bold move to make screens more wearable. Official product page pending; coverage and early impressions suggest the glasses are the main consumer AR push…

Ecovacs and Bosch develop built-in under-sink docking solution for robot vacuums German outlets report that Ecovacs and Bosch have collaborated on a compact built-in docking solution for vacuum-and-mop robots that can be integrated directly into a kitchen cabinet under the sink. The reported clearance is just 84 mm, allowing the robot to be hidden away from view. What we know Design: Built-in dock integrated into a standard under-sink cabinet (reported height: 84 mm). Collaboration: Reportedly a joint effort between Ecovacs and Bosch (reported by ifun.de). Status: No official product page or press release from Ecovacs or Bosch has been found yet; retailers do not currently list a dedicated built-in model. Related/Similar products There are advanced Ecovacs models with self-cleaning docks (external stations) such as the DEEBOT X8 Pro Omni. These…

8BitDo Pro 2 Prime Deal — Pro 2 Bundle $40; Pro 3 ~10% Off Prime members can get the 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth controller bundled with a travel case for $40 (Prime-only price). The Pro 2 remains a top pick for PlayStation-style mobile gaming controllers thanks to comfortable design, extensive customization, and cross-platform support. Key points Deal: 8BitDo Pro 2 + travel case for $40 (Prime-only) Compatibility: Pro 2 works with Nintendo Switch 2 after applying 8BitDo's firmware update Platforms: Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch / Switch 2 (with firmware), PC Upgrade option: 8BitDo Pro 3 (or Ultimate 2) currently about 10% off on Amazon (~$63 from $70) Where to buy Search on Amazon (affiliate links): 8BitDo Pro 2 on Amazon 8BitDo Pro 3 on Amazon Official product page: 8BitDo Pro…

Nintendo Switch 2 appears on Amazon — availability & pricing Amazon is showing listings for the Nintendo Switch 2. Availability may be limited (some reports say Amazon is still using invite-only offers or relying on third-party sellers), so expect stock to move fast. Key points Price: standalone about $449–$450; Mario Kart World bundle around $499. Purchase limits: some listings report 1 unit per customer. Availability: mixed reports — Amazon may be listing units but stock could be invite-only or primarily through third-party sellers. Sales figure: the claim of nearly 6 million units in the first four weeks is not independently verified in the sources checked. Why it matters The Switch 2 builds on the success of the original with a larger LCD, magnetic Joy‑Cons, better base storage and notably improved…

AirPods Pro 3 — Major Update: ANC, Live Translation, Heart-Rate & Longer Battery Apple's AirPods Pro 3 represent the most significant update to the AirPods lineup in years. Priced at $249 and available now from Apple and major retailers, this model brings a host of improvements: stronger active noise cancellation (ANC), upgraded sound, the H2 chip, Live Translation, onboard heart-rate sensing, new foam-infused ear tips and longer battery life. Quick Facts Price: $249 Battery life: up to 8 hours with ANC enabled (up to 10 hours in certain transparency/hearing-aid modes) Key features: H2 chip, improved ANC, Live Translation, heart-rate sensing, foam ear tips, improved soundstage Official Apple product page: https://www.apple.com/airpods/ Amazon (affiliate search link): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=AirPods+Pro+3&tag=f1rede-20 Design & Fit The AirPods Pro 3 use revised curves and foam-infused ear tips for…

iPhone Air battery also used inside Apple’s MagSafe Battery pack — iFixit teardown iFixit’s teardown of Apple’s MagSafe Battery pack for the iPhone Air (sold around €115) reveals a surprising discovery: the external battery pack contains a battery cell that appears to be the same model used inside the iPhone Air itself. Key findings Cell: ~3,149 mAh (≈12.26 Wh). Cell thickness/shape: a thin 2.7 mm cell matching the iPhone Air’s internal battery design. Pack performance: provides roughly an additional ~65% charge to the phone, likely limited by wireless charging inefficiencies. Pack size: the battery pack is thicker than the phone but houses a thin cell inside a steel shell with supporting electronics. What this means This appears to be a deliberate manufacturing choice by Apple — reusing the same battery…