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Best streaming deals: sign up, binge, cancel — save money Streaming services keep raising prices, but they still offer one big advantage over cable: no contracts. That means you can sign up for good limited-time deals, binge what you want, then cancel without penalty. Below is a summary of the strategy and notable current offers with official links where available. Quick advice Wait for real deals (often around Black Friday) and sign up for the limited period. Binge the show or season you want, then cancel before the rate returns to normal. True discounts often apply to ad-supported tiers; full ad-free discounts are rarer. Notable current deals (official pages where available) Apple Music Family — 3 months free (new subscribers): https://offers.applemusic.apple/family-plan-offer (requires Family Sharing; auto-renews at $16.99/mo) Spotify Premium —…

Best iPhone 17 & iPhone 17 Pro Cases (2025) The best iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro cases do more than protect against drops — they add MagSafe compatibility, extra grip, built-in stands or a touch of luxury. Whether you want slim and stylish, rugged and shockproof or something with personality, there’s a case for every need. Below are our top picks for 2025 with quick reasons and shopping links. Top Picks Apple Silicone Case — Soft-touch finish, microfiber lining, slim profile and MagSafe-aligned. Great for everyday minimalists. Buy: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=iphone+17+silicone+case&tag=f1rede-20 OtterBox Defender Series — Multi-layer rugged protection, port covers and proven drop resistance. Best for heavy-duty use and travel. Buy: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=otterbox+defender+iphone+17+case&tag=f1rede-20 ESR Cybert Magnetic Case — Triple-layer protection, strong built-in magnets and solid MagSafe compatibility for accessories and wallets. Buy:…

Confusing UPS delivery notices in Germany — AirPods Pro 3 on Amazon? Reports from a German site (iphone-ticker.de) say some users received unusual UPS delivery notifications: delivery alerts or order confirmations for packages they never ordered. Problems mentioned include: Delivery scheduled for today for people who didn’t place an order Order confirmations with incorrect addresses or order numbers We did an independent check and could not find broader press reports or an official statement from UPS about this issue at the time of writing. If you received a suspicious UPS notice: Do not click links in unexpected emails or messages. Verify the tracking number directly on UPS’s official website (enter the number manually on ups.com). Check your account/order history with the retailer before taking action. Contact UPS or the supposed…

Rademacher SmartHome Box gets Matter support — Apple Home integration via firmware update Rademacher, known for its DuoFern-based smart home products, has released a firmware update that adds Matter compatibility to its SmartHome Box (and HomePilot gateway). This turns the gateway into a Matter bridge, allowing DuoFern devices such as roller shutter motors, belt winders and switching actuators to appear in Matter ecosystems — including Apple Home — without extra hardware. What this means Legacy DuoFern devices can be controlled via Matter-enabled platforms and voice assistants (e.g., Apple Home and Siri). The SmartHome Box/HomePilot acts as a Matter controller/bridge, improving cross-brand interoperability. It’s a software update (check your device’s changelog and support pages for the required firmware version). Availability The update is being rolled out via Rademacher’s support channels. The…

Switching iPhone? Apps you need to watch out for Many of you will get a new iPhone soon. Most apps transfer without issues using Apple's migration tools, but there are important exceptions — especially apps that handle sensitive data or keep data only locally. Problematic app types Banking and finance apps — often require reauthentication and may not restore app data due to security protections. Authenticator / 2FA apps (e.g., Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator) — these usually don’t migrate automatically. Export or reconfigure your 2FA keys before switching. Apps without cloud backups — if an app stores data only locally and provides no export, that data can be lost unless you make a manual backup. Safe transfer checklist Back up your old iPhone. Use iCloud or an encrypted Finder/iTunes backup…

Ubiquiti expands UNAS NAS lineup for home and small offices Ubiquiti has updated its UNAS family with four new NAS models: UNAS 2, UNAS 4, UNAS Pro 4 and UNAS Pro 8. The lineup ranges from compact desktop units that can be powered via PoE to rackmount models with multi-gig networking — a clear move to address not only professional users but also small offices and private users. Highlights UNAS 2: entry-level model with 2 drive bays + 2x M.2 NVMe. UNAS 4: compact 4-bay desktop NAS with 2x M.2 NVMe, 2.5 GbE and PoE+++ support (90W adapter included). Reported specs: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A55 @1.7 GHz, 4 GB RAM. Price listed: ~$379. UNAS Pro 4: Pro-grade 4-bay model (details TBD). UNAS Pro 8: 2U rackmount with 8 SATA bays, 2x…

Meta Ray‑Ban Display — Hands‑On SummaryAfter almost a decade of testing smart glasses, the Meta Ray‑Ban Display finally feels like the practical smart glasses many people have imagined. Rather than full immersive AR, these glasses use a single display on the right lens with ~20° field of view, paired with a Meta Neural Band wristband for EMG-based gesture control.Key featuresSingle-lens in‑lens color display (20° FOV, high pixel density for sharp images)Meta Neural Band wristband for gesture control (thumb/index navigation, volume knob gesture)Open-ear audio and 12MP camera for photos/video calls with a preview on the displayLive captions / Conversational Focus for real-time subtitles and potential translationDiscreet look — lighter and less chunky than many AR prototypesImpressionsThe single, glanceable display prioritizes everyday use: quick notifications, map previews, message previews, and camera framing…

iOS 26 is here — who can get it and what’s new Apple released iOS 26 (and iPadOS 26) to the public this week. If your iPhone was announced in 2019 or later, you should be eligible to install the update. Note: three 2018 iPhones are not supported—iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max—and will not receive iOS 26. Quick highlights Liquid Glass: a refreshed UI with new app icons, floating buttons and cohesive visuals across Apple OSes. Live Translate: real-time translation during calls and messages. Phone app redesign: scroll contacts, calls, and voicemail on one screen; new Hold Assist feature. Lock screen & Camera upgrades: more customization, 3D wallpaper effects, simplified Camera UI and a lens-dirty warning. Other features: polls in group Messages, longer/shorter alarm snooze options, screenshot…

iOS 26 is here — What to know Apple released iOS 26 on September 15, 2025. The free update brings a major visual overhaul called Liquid Glass, expanded Apple Intelligence features, and dozens of quality-of-life improvements across Phone, Messages, Camera, Photos and more. Highlights Liquid Glass — a translucent, glass-like system design across the Lock Screen, Home Screen, apps and menus (you can reduce transparency via Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Reduce Transparency). Live Translation — real-time translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages (also supported on compatible AirPods). Hold Assist — get notified when an agent picks up so you can avoid hold music. Polls in group chats — quick decisions in Messages. Visual Intelligence — search what's on-screen (like identifying products from screenshots). Camera &…

Meta opens Ray‑Ban & Oakley smart glasses to outside developers At Meta Connect, Meta announced the "Wearables Device Access Toolkit," which will let outside developers build AI‑powered apps for its Ray‑Ban and Oakley smart glasses. The toolkit enables apps to access built‑in sensors and audio, letting developers create custom multimodal AI experiences that run on both display and non‑display models. Key points Toolkit name: Wearables Device Access Toolkit Early partners: Twitch (livestreaming), Disney (park assistant demo), 18Birdies (golf yardage & club recommendations) Works with non‑display glasses (so first‑gen Ray‑Ban Meta owners could get new features); display support could expand possibilities Rollout: limited developer preview now, broader availability expected in 2026 Why it matters Allowing third‑party apps expands the glasses' ecosystem beyond Meta's native services (like Spotify and Audible), potentially bringing…