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Paramount+: 50% Off Annual Subscriptions — Offer Ends Sept 18 Paramount+ is running a limited-time promotion: annual subscriptions are 50% off through September 18. The discounted annual pricing is: Essential (ad-supported): $29.99/year (normally ~$59.99) Premium (ad-free + Showtime): $59.99/year (normally ~$119.99) The key details: Offer requires upfront annual payment. Monthly subscriptions are not discounted. Deal is available to new and eligible returning subscribers. Offer appears targeted to the U.S. market — check the Paramount+ site for regional availability and full terms. Why it’s a strong deal At $29.99/year (about $2.50/month) for Essential or $59.99/year for Premium, Paramount+ becomes one of the best-value streaming options if you watch regularly. Premium also adds access to Showtime titles like Yellowjackets and Dexter: Resurrection, plus the Star Trek catalog including Strange New Worlds and…

Wacom One 14 — 14-inch beginner-friendly graphics tablet Wacom has released the Wacom One 14, an entry-level graphics tablet with a larger 14" IPS 1920×1080 display aimed at beginners and students. It sports a textured, anti-glare surface intended to feel like paper and resist fingerprints. Notably, it does not include multitouch — it's designed to be used with the included battery-free pen (16 ms response, pressure sensitive, two customizable buttons) which clips to the top of the tablet. Key specs Display: 14" IPS, 1920×1080, textured surface, anti-glare Input: Battery-free pen, pressure-sensitive, 16 ms response, 2 customizable buttons No multitouch Connectivity: USB-C or via Wacom converter for devices without DisplayPort Alt Mode/Thunderbolt Software: Bundled trials (e.g., Clip Studio Paint Pro trial, Skillshare lessons, Foxit for PDFs) Price at launch: $300 Pros…

Waymo to Launch Robotaxis in Nashville — Public Service in 2026 Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service to Nashville, with autonomous driving operations expected to begin in the coming months and public service planned for 2026. Initially, riders in the area will be able to hail rides using the Waymo app; Lyft integration will follow later, giving users the option to request Waymo vehicles through Lyft. Key details Autonomous operations: starting in the coming months (local testing/limited operations). Public launch: expected in 2026. Initial hailing: Waymo app; later option via Lyft. Current Waymo cities: San Francisco (Bay Area), Los Angeles, Phoenix, Austin, and Atlanta. Other expansion/testing: Denver, Seattle (testing), Miami, Washington D.C.; test rides allowed in NYC (with a human safety driver) and testing in Tokyo (initially with human drivers).…

TextSniper for Mac: Major Update Adds macOS Sequoia Support and Arabic OCR TextSniper, the handy Mac app that captures on-screen text, has received a substantial update. The release adds full support for macOS Sequoia and expands its OCR language set to include Arabic and Najdi Arabic. The update also brings performance improvements and continued support for features like QR and barcode recognition. What's new Full support for macOS Sequoia New recognition languages: Arabic and Najdi Arabic (Sequoia required) Performance fixes and minor bug fixes Continued support for QR code and barcode scanning, custom word lists, and vertical text recognition Pricing TextSniper uses a one-time purchase model per Mac. Current distribution listings show a price around $11.99, and the developer describes it as a perpetual license. Where to get it Official…

Samsung EVO Select 256GB microSD — $20 deal Looking for extra storage? The Samsung EVO Select 256GB microSD card is on sale for $20 (down from $27). This budget-friendly card offers solid performance for phones, tablets and gaming devices. Key specs Capacity: 256 GB Read/write speeds: up to 160 MB/s (UHS-I) Compatibility: smartphones, tablets and the original Nintendo Switch (not the second-generation model) Includes adapter (per Samsung) Why consider it Engadget has recommended this model as a reliable, affordable option for expanding storage without breaking the bank. It’s a good pick for extra photos, games, videos and apps. Where to buy Check current pricing and availability on Amazon: Samsung EVO Select 256GB microSD on Amazon (affiliate) Note: This post summarizes a deal originally reported by Engadget; the original link has…

iPhone Air — Erste Pressestimmen (englische Zusammenfassung) Die Lieferung des iPhone Air beginnt am Freitag. Erste Tester heben vor allem das extrem schlanke Design und das geringe Gewicht hervor: nur ca. 165 Gramm. Im Folgenden eine ausführliche Zusammenfassung auf Englisch. Quick summary The iPhone Air launches this Friday (reported availability: Sept 19, 2025). Early press reactions praise its ultra-thin, lightweight titanium construction and premium feel, while noting some trade-offs compared with thicker Pro models. Key specs (reported) Weight: ~165 g Material: Polished titanium (lighter than aluminum alternatives) Thickness: ~5.5 mm (very slim) SIM: eSIM-only in certain regions (no physical SIM tray) Colors: Sky Blue, Light Gold, Cloud White, Space Black (reported) Press reactions Early reviewers consistently emphasize the sensation of "the lightest iPhone yet" and praise the combination of premium…

Skip Apple’s $99 iPhone Air MagSafe Battery — Better MagSafe Options Exist Apple’s new iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone yet — and Apple launched a specially designed iPhone Air MagSafe Battery alongside it. But the battery pack is expensive and not great value. Here’s a quick breakdown and a recommendation for better alternatives. Quick summary Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery: ~3,149 mAh, listed ~12.26 Wh, tops out at 12W wireless charging (unless using passthrough while plugged in), price: $99. Anker Nano / Anker 622 Magnetic Battery (5,000 mAh): ~5,000 mAh, roughly 19–25 Wh depending on reporting, Qi2/MagSafe-compatible, up to 15W wireless charging, typical price: ~$55–60. Value math - Apple: 3,149 mAh for $99 → about $0.03 per mAh. - Anker (5,000 mAh) at ~$55 → about $0.01–0.011 per mAh.…

Proton Lumo — a privacy-first chatbot built on open-source models Proton launched Lumo, a privacy-focused chatbot built from open-source models. Lumo encrypts conversations, avoids using user data to train models, and integrates with Proton’s ecosystem (Mail, Drive). Proton positions Lumo as a practical, lower-cost alternative to bigger, data-driven assistants. Key points Privacy-first: end-to-end encrypted chats and a no-logs stance; features like Ghost Mode to discard conversations. Open-source models: Lumo stitches together smaller open models (Nemo, OpenHands 32B, OLMO 2 32B, Mistral Small 3) to be resource-efficient and nimble. Pricing: free tier available; paid Plus tier removes limits for $13/month (cheaper than many rivals). Philosophy: Proton argues many users don’t need the largest models — a smaller, well-integrated model can be sufficient for everyday productivity. Targets users who value privacy over…

OpenAI updates ChatGPT: Personalization, youth protections, and Codex improvements OpenAI announced three notable updates for ChatGPT: Unified personalization & new personalities: Personalization controls have been consolidated into a single "Personalization" settings page. Users can choose or tweak different ChatGPT personalities to better match tone and behavior, and manage memory and preferences more easily. Enhanced youth protection: New safety measures restrict certain interactions for users under 18, including bans on flirtatious conversations and other safeguards to reduce exposure to inappropriate content. Codex / developer improvements: OpenAI introduced an optimized Codex variant (GPT-5-Codex) targeted at coding tasks and code reviews. It’s intended to be the default in cloud coding workflows and selectable for local Codex toolchains and IDE extensions. Some developers have reported regressions in certain coding tasks, so results may vary…

Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim — Slim MagSafe Power Bank Deal Carry less without losing juice. The Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim is a compact 5,000mAh MagSafe-compatible power bank that's about one-third of an inch thick and magnetically attaches to MagSafe phones. Deal Price: $46 (was $55) — a ~16% discount. Key specs Capacity: 5,000mAh Thickness: ~0.33 inches (ultra-slim) MagSafe compatibility: Qi2 / MagSafe-compatible phones and magnetic cases Colors: Black and White Charge performance: Tested to charge an iPhone 15 from 5% to 90% in ~2.5 hours and to about 40% in under an hour Why it’s useful Its minimalist design, matte texture and magnetic attachment make it a convenient option for light travel or day-to-day top-ups without the bulk of typical power banks. Buy it Amazon (affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Anker+Nano+5K+MagGo+Slim&tag=f1rede-20 Manufacturer…