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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…

Fortnite creators can sell in-game items — revenue share explainedEpic is letting creators sell consumable and durable items in Fortnite. Developers will build items using Unreal Editor for Fortnite and a Verse-based API. They "will ordinarily earn 50 percent of the V‑Bucks value" from sales on their islands; from December 2025 through the end of 2026 they keep 100 percent.How V‑Bucks value maps to dollarsEpic calculates V‑Bucks value by taking real-money purchases converted to USD, subtracting platform/store fees (12–30%), and dividing by total V‑Bucks spent. Fortnite’s average platform fee is ~26%, so 50% of V‑Bucks value equals ~37% of retail spending, and 100% equals ~74%.Other changesCreators can pay to be featured in a new "Sponsored row" in Discover.New tools for community forums and island updates.Why it mattersEpic is positioning Fortnite…

FTC Sues Live Nation (Ticketmaster) Over Alleged Collusion With Resellers The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), joined by seven states, has filed a lawsuit against Live Nation (Ticketmaster), alleging the company knowingly allowed ticket brokers to bulk-purchase tickets and then resell them on Ticketmaster’s own secondary market at significant markups. Key Allegations Ticketmaster allegedly let resellers bypass security measures and profited three times on resales — taking fees at initial purchase plus buyer and seller fees on resale. From 2019–2024, Ticketmaster collected approximately $16.4 billion in fees, per the FTC. An internal Live Nation review reportedly showed five resellers harvested 246,407 tickets for 2,594 events, and the company allegedly admitted it "turn[s] a blind eye as a matter of policy." Ticketmaster is said to have offered broker support through its TradeDesk…

Microsoft Gaming Copilot arrives on Windows PC Game Bar and Xbox mobile app Microsoft has begun rolling out its Gaming Copilot AI assistant to the Windows PC Game Bar and will launch the Xbox mobile app version for Android and iOS in October. The service is available to players aged 18+ and will be offered globally except in mainland China. What Gaming Copilot does Provides AI-driven in-game help and tips via an on-screen chat overlay (it can use in-game screenshots to understand context). Offers voice chat and a Push-to-Talk hotkey on PC, plus a microphone button in the mobile app. Answers account-related questions and recommends purchases and content based on your Xbox activity. Includes a movable widget on PC for longer conversations and easy access. Availability & devices PC Game…