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How to get one more year of Windows 10 security updates (ESU guide) Microsoft has moved Windows 10 to "end of life," which means the OS will stop receiving security updates by default. If you’re not ready or able to move to Windows 11, Extended Security Updates (ESU) offer another 12 months of protection so your PC isn’t left exposed. You have three main paths: Upgrade to Windows 11 for free if your PC is compatible. Buy a new PC with Windows 11 (or switch to another platform like macOS or ChromeOS). Enroll in Extended Security Updates (ESU) to get another year of security patches. ESU can be a simple way to buy time. Here’s a concise how-to: Step 1 — Update Windows 10: Go to Settings > System >…

Tolino introduces the Tolino Flip — a dedicated remote for e‑readers Tolino, the German e‑reader alliance and competitor to Kindle, has launched its first-ever remote control designed specifically for e‑readers. Named the Tolino Flip, the accessory will be available next month in black or white and can be pre-ordered now from bookstores in the Tolino alliance. The remote is priced at €29.99 and is being offered through Tolino’s retail partners. Tolino positions the Flip as a convenience accessory for readers who want physical page-turn controls or easier navigation without touching the e‑reader screen. Product name: Tolino Flip Colors: White and Black Price: €29.99 (pre-order available now) Availability: Shipping/availability begins next month via Tolino partner bookstores Why this matters: many e‑reader users value tactile controls for page turns, especially when holding…

SpaceX's 2nd‑Gen Starship Completes Successful Final Test Flight SpaceX's second-generation Starship completed its 11th and final test flight, launching from Starbase in Texas on October 13. The company says the mission met every major objective — a notable turnaround after a string of earlier failures — and marks a pivot point as SpaceX moves to develop the next generation of Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. Key outcomes from the flight included: All 33 Raptor engines ignited on launch. Stage separation and first-stage ascent proceeded smoothly; the Super Heavy booster splashed down in the ocean as planned. Starship successfully deployed all Starlink simulators before re-entering the atmosphere. During reentry SpaceX intentionally stressed the vehicle to evaluate its heatshield and executed a banking maneuver to mimic return trajectories to Starbase. Earlier tests…

PNY 128GB microSD Express on Sale — Cheap Switch 2 Storage Upgrade The Nintendo Switch 2 requires newer microSD Express cards for expandable storage, and a 128GB PNY microSD Express card is currently on sale for about $38 (roughly 15% off). If you need more room for your downloaded Switch and Switch 2 games, this is a budget-friendly option that’s been tested with the new console. Engadget’s tests found that while microSD Express cards don’t all perform identically, real-world differences in load times are small for most players. PNY’s 128GB card performed slightly faster than SanDisk when moving games back to the console’s internal storage, though it was a bit slower when writing games to the card — a minor trade-off for the lower price. What you get: 128GB capacity,…

TiVo Discontinues DVR Hardware as It Shifts Focus to Software TiVo has confirmed it stopped selling physical DVR set-top boxes on October 1, 2025, marking the end of a hardware era that changed how viewers record and watch live television. The company said it no longer manufactures hardware and that remaining inventory is depleted, though it will continue to provide customer support for existing devices. The TiVo DVR, launched in 1999, popularized features like pausing, rewinding and recording live TV — capabilities that reshaped TV viewing habits and introduced the concept of on-demand control over broadcast schedules. While DVRs reduced the need to watch ads, streaming services have since brought ad-supported tiers back into prominence. Date: TiVo listings were removed and sales stopped as of October 1, 2025. Business shift:…

Therabody debuts TheraFace Mask Glo and updates Theragun lineup Therabody has introduced several new products, headlined by the TheraFace Mask Glo — a full-face LED treatment mask that promises to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, firm and tighten skin, and even tone and texture. The company says daily 12-minute sessions can deliver results in as little as eight weeks. The Mask Glo is FDA-cleared and uses 504 medical-grade LEDs to deliver a full-face treatment. It’s available to order today for $380. Therabody playfully notes the mask’s full-face design can double as a Halloween prop, but its primary aim is cosmetic, at-home light therapy. Product: TheraFace Mask Glo LEDs: 504 medical-grade lights Use: Daily 12-minute sessions; advertised results in ~8 weeks Clearance: FDA-cleared Price: $380 Therabody also refreshed its Theragun lineup.…

Spotify brings lossless audio to Germany for Premium users Spotify has confirmed that lossless audio streaming is now available to Premium subscribers in Germany as of the start of the month. The feature was announced about a month ago; after several delays, Spotify is finally offering CD-quality streaming to users in Germany, joining competitors that already provide lossless options. Key points: Availability: Lossless audio is rolling out for Spotify Premium subscribers in Germany starting this month. Background: The feature was announced previously but delayed for years before this wider availability. What to expect: Higher audio fidelity (CD-quality) will increase data usage and may require compatible devices or apps to enjoy the full benefit. If you want to check settings or learn more, see Spotify's official pages for audio quality and…

Instagram tightens teen accounts with stricter defaults and new content filters Instagram is rolling out a new set of restrictions for teen accounts aimed at limiting exposure to age-inappropriate content. Meta says older teens will no longer be able to opt out of the stricter default settings without parental approval, and the changes are starting in the US, UK, Canada and Australia. The main elements of the update include: Blocking accounts that regularly share or appear to share age-inappropriate content from following or appearing in recommendations for teens. Hiding a broader range of mature search terms (including words like "alcohol" and "gore" and common misspellings) so teens cannot search for them. Preventing teens from seeing content that violates the new rules even if it comes from accounts they already follow…

NVIDIA launches DGX Spark: a pocket-sized AI supercomputer for developers NVIDIA has begun selling the DGX Spark mini PC for $3,999. At just 2.6 pounds, the Spark packs NVIDIA’s GB10 super system-on-chip — combining a 20‑core ARM CPU with a Blackwell GPU — plus 128GB of unified LPDDR5x memory and 4TB of NVMe storage. NVIDIA positions the device as a compact development workstation for researchers and data scientists rather than a consumer gaming PC. Key specs at a glance: GB10 SoC: 20‑core ARM CPU + Blackwell GPU 128GB LPDDR5x unified memory (shared between CPU & GPU) 4TB NVMe storage Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 7, four USB‑C ports, HDMI Runs NVIDIA DGX OS (a tuned Ubuntu variant with NVIDIA’s AI stack) The DGX Spark runs DGX OS, giving developers access to NVIDIA’s models,…

Monarch Money: 30% Off Annual Plans for New Users (Code: WELCOME) Monarch Money is currently offering a 30% discount on annual subscriptions for new users who sign up through the web using the code WELCOME. The promo cannot be combined with other offers and isn't redeemable through the Monarch mobile app. With the typical yearly price around $100, the discount cuts the annual cost to roughly $70. The code only works during web checkout and is limited to new subscribers. Dashboard & features: net worth tracking, latest transactions, month-over-month spending comparisons, income tracking, upcoming bills, investments and goals, plus a detailed month-in-review page. Connections & automation: links to banks and accounts (including Apple Card, Apple Cash and savings), automatic transaction and balance history import, recurring income/expense detection, and even automatic…