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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 — 25th Anniversary Reissue Harman Kardon has announced a 25th‑anniversary reissue of its iconic SoundSticks speaker series: the SoundSticks 5. The update keeps the classic aesthetic — two satellite speakers plus a subwoofer — while bringing modern upgrades including additional tweeters for improved clarity and an integrated lighting system. Key points 25th anniversary edition (SoundSticks 5) Updated internals and extra tweeters for enhanced high‑frequency detail Integrated lighting system adds visual flair Maintains the original transparent-style design and the satellite + subwoofer layout Availability & links No dedicated official SoundSticks 5 product page was found at the time of writing; some coverage and the current official SoundSticks 4 page are available for reference: Search SoundSticks on Amazon (affiliate) Harman Kardon — SoundSticks 4 (official product page) Sources…

JBL PartyBox 720 & Boombox 4 — Specs, Price & Availability JBL announced two new portable party speakers: the PartyBox 720 and the Boombox 4. Below is a concise breakdown of specs, pricing, and availability. PartyBox 720 Power: 800W Battery: Replaceable, up to 15 hours Drivers: Two 9" woofers + two 30mm dome tweeters Audio tech: JBL AI Sound Boost (louder without distortion) Connectivity: Auracast multi-speaker, USB-C audio streaming, XLR ports for mics/guitars/DJ gear Extras: Syncing "futuristic" lightshow Price & Availability: $1,099, pre-orders open, ships Sep 21 More info / buy: Search JBL PartyBox 720 on Amazon • JBL PartyBox lineup: https://www.jbl.com/partybox.html Boombox 4 Durability: IP68 water & dustproof Battery: Replaceable, up to 28 hours Weight: Nearly 2 lb lighter than the previous model Audio tech: AI Sound Boost Connectivity:…

Acer Swift 16 Air — Ultra-light 16-inch announced at IFA 2025 Acer unveiled the Swift 16 Air at IFA 2025 — a 16-inch laptop that aims to redefine portability. The standout is its weight: the IPS version weighs just over 2 lbs (≈1 kg), while the AMOLED option increases it slightly to ~2.4 lbs. That makes the Swift 16 Air lighter than many 13-inch ultraportables. Key specs Display: 16" 16:10 — IPS (standard) or AMOLED (higher weight) Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series (options up to AI 7 350) Graphics: AMD Radeon GPU Battery: Up to ~13 hours per charge Ports: 2× USB-C, 2× USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm audio Extras: Webcam with privacy shutter, Windows Hello support, stereo speakers, dual microphones Availability & Price Acer confirmed EMEA availability in November 2025…

Why Mesh Wi‑Fi (Wi‑Fi 6/6E) Is the Best Home Upgrade for 2025 Mesh Wi‑Fi systems are one of the easiest, most effective upgrades to fix dead zones, streaming hiccups and dropped calls at home. Instead of a single router broadcasting from one point, mesh systems use multiple nodes placed around your home to create a single seamless network. Key benefits Seamless coverage across rooms — no separate 2.4GHz/5GHz networks to stair-step between. Better reliability and consistency for streaming, gaming and video calls. Support for Wi‑Fi 6 and Wi‑Fi 6E — more spectrum (including 6GHz) and faster per-stream speeds. Options for wired backhaul for extra stability and lower latency. Easy setup and app controls — more user-friendly than traditional extenders. Wi‑Fi 6 vs Wi‑Fi 6E (short) Wi‑Fi 6 uses 2.4GHz and…

Eufy E1 UV Printer: Full iPhone Control via eufyMake App Eufy has updated its eufyMake iOS app to fully support the E1 UV printer, allowing iPhone users to control the printer over Wi‑Fi. Where the E1 was previously mostly managed from a desktop, the app now provides complete mobile access. Key features Wi‑Fi connection and printer management from iPhone Real‑time print monitoring and HD timelapse capture AI alerts for print errors and status updates Supports textured 3D UV printing (up to ~5mm height) and accessory management via the app ecosystem The App Store listing (source) and several hands‑on videos confirm the app enables image management, progress monitoring and timelapse capture directly from iPhones. The latest app version (2.7.0) lists bug fixes; core E1 support appears in the app ecosystem. Sources:…

Apple foldable iPhone expected in 2026; foldable iPad may follow Recent analyst reports—chiefly from Ming‑Chi Kuo and corroborating outlets—suggest Apple plans to launch a foldable iPhone in the second half of 2026. Key points: Launch window: Reportedly H2 2026 for the foldable iPhone; foldable iPad projected around 2028. Design & displays: Book‑style foldable iPhone with roughly a 7.8″ inner display and a 5.5″ outer screen. Authentication: Side‑button Touch ID is expected; under‑display Touch ID and Face ID are unlikely (to save internal space). Price estimate: Around $2,000–$2,500 for the foldable iPhone. Supply chain: General Interface Solution (GIS) is named as a key supplier for foldable displays and related components; GIS also appears to be expanding its role in Apple’s mixed‑reality headset supply chain. These details come from analyst summaries and…

US court allows Google to keep paying Apple to be Safari's default — ruling explainedA U.S. federal judge ruled that Google may continue paying partners, including Apple, to be the default search engine in Safari. The court found Google had maintained an unlawful monopoly in search, but it declined to ban default-search payment deals or require the sale of Chrome.Key pointsThe judge determined that forbidding Google’s default-search payments could cause more harm than good and therefore allowed them to continue for now.Google was found to have an illegal monopoly in search, but remedies focus on data sharing and restrictions on exclusive default deals rather than breaking up the company.The court rejected the Department of Justice’s request to force Google to sell the Chrome browser.The ruling requires Google to share certain…

iOS 26: beta goes into another round Apple appears to be extending the iOS 26 beta cycle. After seven years of following an 8-beta pattern leading up to a Release Candidate (RC) published on the day of the iPhone presentation, reports now indicate the iOS 26 beta is going into an additional testing round. That could mean Apple found issues that need more testing, or the company is polishing new features before finalizing the RC. If the RC is delayed, the official final iOS 26 release could shift closer to or after the iPhone event. Source: reported by tech sites (original report noted on iphone-ticker.de). What this means for users Developers and beta testers may see another build before the RC. More time for bug fixes and stability improvements —…

Judge: Google Keeps Chrome but Must Change Business Practices — Ruling Explained A federal judge, Amit Mehta, has ruled that Google will not be required to divest its Chrome browser, rejecting the Department of Justice’s request to force a breakup. However, the court ordered significant changes to Google’s distribution and data-sharing practices to address antitrust concerns. Key points Google will not be forced to sell Chrome or divest Android; the court found the DOJ’s proposed divestiture remedies were an overreach. Google is prohibited from using exclusive distribution deals for Search, Google Assistant, Gemini or Chrome. For example, device makers can no longer be required to preload Google apps to access the Play Store, nor can revenue-sharing be conditioned on app placement. Google must share certain search-related data with competitors to…

Waymo expands testing to Denver and Seattle Alphabet-owned Waymo announced expansion to Denver and Seattle, beginning human-supervised testing this week with up to a dozen vehicles in each city. The rollout includes a mix of the fully electric Jaguar I‑Pace and Geely Zeekr autonomous vehicles. According to reports, Waymo will run vehicles with safety drivers behind the wheel initially to validate technology and operations prior to offering fully autonomous rides. The move follows Waymo’s broader 2025 expansion plan to bring its robotaxi service to multiple new cities. Why Denver & Seattle matter Both cities present tougher weather conditions (snow, heavy rain) that will test Waymo’s systems in more challenging environments. Initial testing helps ensure safety and reliability before any commercial autonomous service launches. Timeline & vehicles Testing with safety drivers:…