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ExpressVPN moves to tiered Basic / Advanced / Pro pricing ExpressVPN has switched to a tiered pricing model with three levels — Basic, Advanced and Pro — each available as monthly, 1-year or 2-year subscriptions. That means nine possible ways to subscribe, starting today. What’s changed Features are now tied to tiers instead of subscription duration. Previously, the full feature set required a 24-month plan. Some Identity Defender features (identity monitoring, credit reports, data removal) are rolled into higher tiers. ID protection features remain US-only. Device limits increase up to 14 simultaneous connections on Pro plans. Legacy plans remain active for now and current customers won’t be downgraded. Tier breakdown (high level) Basic — Core VPN (Lightway), no ad/tracker/parental blockers, 10 devices. Pricing: $12.99/mo, $74.85/yr, $97.72/2yr. Advanced — 12 devices,…

Dolby Vision 2 announced at IFA 2025 Dolby Laboratories revealed Dolby Vision 2 at IFA 2025 — a next-gen update to its HDR format designed for today’s TVs and new creative tools. The company says Dolby Vision 2 goes beyond HDR with a more powerful image engine and new AI-driven Content Intelligence. Key features Content Intelligence: AI tools that adapt the picture to the content and viewing environment — including Precision Black for darker scenes and Light Sense for ambient-light detection. Bi-directional tone mapping: Lets premium TVs deliver higher brightness, sharper contrast and richer colors while preserving creative intent. Authentic Motion: A creative-driven motion control tool Dolby calls the world’s first of its kind to make scenes feel more cinematic. Sports & Gaming Optimization: Upgrades like white point adjustments and…

SwitchBot Meter & Meter Plus — compact thermometer + hygrometer with display and app Short summary: The SwitchBot Meter and Meter Plus are compact temperature and humidity monitors with a built-in display and app connectivity. A recent report lists the SwitchBot Meter at €9.99 and the Meter Plus at €11.99, but those prices could not be independently confirmed at the time of posting. Key features Compact design (about 55 x 55 x 24 mm for the Meter) Temperature and humidity sensors (SwitchBot uses high-quality sensors) On-device display for quick readings App connectivity for history, alerts and remote monitoring Long battery life Prices The article reports: Meter ~€9.99, Meter Plus ~€11.99. We could not independently verify those exact prices across major retailers; actual current prices may vary by region and retailer.…

JBL Grip: Portable Bluetooth Speaker that Doubles as a Night Light JBL has unveiled the new JBL Grip, a compact portable Bluetooth speaker designed for on-the-go use — and yes, it also works as a cozy bedside light. Key features Price: $100 Portability: Built-in rope hook to clip onto backpacks, ski gear, or other kit Ambient lighting: Customizable lighting modes that JBL touts as ideal for bedside reading Audio: “Pro sound” at a fuller volume vs. some rivals; Auracast multispeaker connectivity for easier source switching Battery life: Up to ~14 hours per charge Durability: IP68 waterproof/dustproof rating and drop-proof design (claimed to survive a hard fall onto concrete) Availability: Pre-orders are open; shipments begin Sept 28 Official product page: JBL Grip on JBL.com Who is this for? The Grip looks…

Tech roundup: DJI Mic 3 & YouTube TV-Fox deal DJI Mic 3 — Quick overview The DJI Mic 3 brings a major redesign: much smaller, lighter transmitters (16 g vs 28 g on the Mic 2), a rotating clip for easier/more discreet mounting, improved sound quality and noise reduction, and support for up to four transmitters and eight receivers for multi-camera shoots. Kits are priced around $219 for a single-transmitter kit and $329 for a two-transmitter kit with charging case. Buy/search on Amazon: DJI Mic 3 on Amazon Quick specs Transmitter weight: ~16 g (0.58 oz) Up to 4 transmitters & 8 receivers Improved noise reduction and sound quality YouTube TV & Fox — What happened YouTube TV and Fox reached a renewal that keeps the full Fox portfolio (Fox…

S10: Bluetooth speaker, night light and sleep aid — early look Summary (English): The S10 is a combined Bluetooth speaker, night light and sleep-aid device. It is not a brand-new model — it’s been available since last autumn. There are no official press materials available and manufacturer information is scarce, but we have recently received a unit for inspection. Translated excerpt (from German) “Since we were just dealing with the combo of lamp and speaker: it’s different in this case: the S10 is not a brand-new model, but has been available since last autumn. We do not have official press materials, and we have no further information about the manufacturer. Nevertheless, we have just received a unit of […]” What we found No official press release or clear manufacturer page…

High radiation values: EU confirms French action against iPhone 12 In September 2023 the French regulator ANFR (Agence Nationale des Fréquences) ordered the temporary withdrawal of the iPhone 12 from the French market after tests showed the device exceeded the EU limb SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) limit. Reported measurements reached 5.74 W/kg vs the EU limb limit of 4.0 W/kg. Key facts Date of action: 12 September 2023 Regulator: ANFR (France) Measured limb SAR: 5.74 W/kg (limit: 4.0 W/kg) EU response: Confirmed/supports France’s enforcement Apple: Says iPhone 12 complies with global SAR standards; attributed discrepancy to a test method not accounting for an "off-body detection" feature; released a software update to address the issue. Sources: TechCrunch report, Apple Support notice. What this means The ANFR’s findings led to immediate enforcement…

Amazon drops prices on Kindle Colorsoft models Amazon has reduced prices on its new Kindle Colorsoft e-readers. In the U.S. market the 16GB Kindle Colorsoft is now selling for around $219.99 (down from roughly $250), while the Kindle Colorsoft Kids edition is available for about $239.99–$270, depending on the retailer and bundle. Note: Some European reports list euro prices; exact EUR amounts and regional availability can vary and weren’t consistently confirmed across sources at the time of writing. Find current listings on Amazon (affiliate search): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kindle+Colorsoft+16GB&tag=f1rede-20 What’s included in the Kids edition Kid-friendly case 1 year of Amazon Kids+ 2-year worry-free guarantee (depending on retailer) Sources include product listings and tech coverage from retailers and outlets reporting the first notable price drops. If you want, I can check a specific…

Best Cheap Android Phones for 2025 You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a phone that handles daily tasks. Here are top budget Android picks that balance camera, battery, display and performance. Top budget picks (2025) Google Pixel 9a — Excellent camera and clean Android; typical price: $400–$500. Buy / Search on Amazon Nothing Phone 3a — Stylish design with Glyph lighting and solid battery; typical price: $300–$350. Buy / Search on Amazon Moto G Power (2025) — Outstanding battery life; typical price: $200–$300. Buy / Search on Amazon Samsung Galaxy A36 5G — Balanced performance and good display with 5G; typical price: ~$350. Buy / Search on Amazon Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G — Long battery life and durable features; typical price: $300–$400. Buy / Search…

Geo Gods — Solo Card Game from Arnold Rauers (iOS) Translated summary: "Geo Gods" is a singleplayer card game for iOS from developer Arnold Rauers. We recommend many of Rauers' iOS card games and apps — recent coverage included Guncho, Card Thief and Card Crawl — and Geo Gods is another noteworthy solo card title. What it is Geo Gods combines card drafting with a simple tile-placing mechanic to create a "godly garden." Players use elemental magic from six different God factions, each with unique cards, to activate Power Crystals and boost their score. The game focuses on solo high-score runs and includes weekly global tournaments and Game Center leaderboards. Key features Solo card-drafting gameplay Tile placement to create scoring combos Six elemental God factions with distinct cards High-score chasing,…