Cairn delayed to Q1 2026 — demo hits 600K, ghost recordings coming Oct 13 The Game Bakers have delayed their survival climbing game Cairn from the originally announced release date of November 5, 2025 to Q1 2026. The studio says the extra time will be used for optimization, debugging and polish. Creative Director Emeric Thoa commented: “After 5 years of work, it makes no sense to rush it — we want to be proud of the game we launch.” The demo has already reached 600,000 players. The developers will update the demo on October 13 to add ghost recordings from speedrunners and staffers so players can follow those runs to check techniques or discover new routes and hidden areas. Platforms: PC and PlayStation 5. The game has an official Steam…

Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) — What’s New (and What’s Not) Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2025 feature update (often called 25H2). Rather than introducing big new features, this release focuses on security and reliability improvements and removes some legacy components. Below is a concise breakdown. Key points Security & AI-assisted protections: The update emphasizes improved build and runtime vulnerability detection with AI-assisted secure coding and other security hardening. No major user-facing features yet: Coverage describes this release as light on new features; Microsoft is delivering it in waves and plans more feature additions through regular updates later. Removal of legacy tooling: PowerShell 2.0 and WMIC are removed/deprecated, slimming the footprint but potentially breaking very old scripts used by power users and IT admins. Rollout: Microsoft is…

Amazon Basics Smart Remote — Alexa-programmable dimmer & remote Amazon appears to have a new Smart Remote (listed as a "Smart Dimmer Switch and Remote") that was shown alongside other devices. According to coverage, it’s a battery-powered remote you can mount on a wall or attach magnetically, with four configurable buttons that map to Alexa routines. Engadget reports a pre-order price of $19.99 and a release/shipping date of October 30. Key features Four physical buttons configurable via the Alexa app or by voice through an Echo device. Triggers Alexa routines (demo showed lights + music triggered by one button). Battery-powered; wall- or surface-mountable and magnetically attachable for convenience. Designed for quick one-touch automation instead of voice phrasing. Demo notes In the demo described in the article, an Amazon rep asked…

Amazon Fall Hardware 2025 — Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, Blink, Ring & Alexa+ Summary of Amazon’s Sept 30, 2025 fall hardware event: new Echo speakers and displays, refreshed Kindle Scribe lineup including a color model, a new Fire TV stick and TVs (Vega OS coming to Fire TV), updated Blink cameras, refreshed Ring devices, and broad Alexa+ integration across the new hardware. Quick highlights Echo Dot Max — preorders open; ships Oct 29. Link: Echo Dot Max Echo Studio (2025) — preorders open; ships Oct 29. Link: Echo Studio Echo Show 8 — $180, preorders open, ships Nov 12. Link: Echo Show 8 Echo Show 11 — $220, preorders open, ships Nov 12. Link: Echo Show 11 Kindle Scribe Colorsoft — $630 (US), coming later this year. Link: Kindle Scribe…

Anker Prime Day Deals: Charging Gear to Grab Prime Day is a good time to pick up charging essentials from Anker — power banks, wireless chargers, USB‑C adapters and extra cables — often at meaningful discounts. Below is a short guide to what to consider and quick links to shop (affiliate links). Quick Picks Power banks — great for travel and on‑the‑go charging: Search Anker power banks on Amazon Wireless chargers — tidy up cables on your desk or nightstand: Search Anker wireless chargers on Amazon 30W USB‑C adapters — reliable wall chargers for phones and small tablets: Search 30W USB‑C chargers on Amazon USB‑C cables — keep extras in your bag, car, office or by the couch: Search Anker USB‑C cables on Amazon How to Choose a Power Bank…

iPad Pro M5 hands-on: early benchmarks, OLED display and what to expect An early hands-on video has surfaced showing the upcoming iPad Pro with Apple’s new M5 chip, offering the first public look at performance and hardware before Apple’s official announcement. Key takeaways M5 performance: Early benchmarks and real-world tests in hands-on clips point to a significant CPU/GPU uplift over prior iPad Pro models, suggesting much stronger performance for pro apps and creative workflows. OLED displays: Both 11" and 13" models are reported to use OLED panels with higher peak brightness and 120Hz ProMotion, improving contrast and color. Cameras & features: Upgraded camera setup including improved front-facing cameras and tweaks that benefit creators and video calls. iPadOS & workflow: Paired with iPadOS 26’s productivity improvements, the M5 iPad Pro looks…

Amazon Fall Hardware Event — Full Rundown Amazon unveiled a broad hardware refresh focused on Alexa+ and AI across Echo speakers, Echo Show displays, Kindles, Fire TV, Blink cameras and Ring devices. Below are the highlights and links if you want to explore or shop. Echo speakers Echo Dot Max — $100, pre-order, ships Oct 29. Bigger base, dual speakers for deeper bass. See Echo Dot Max on Amazon Echo Studio — $220, pre-order, ships Oct 29. Smaller chassis, spatial audio and Dolby Atmos. See Echo Studio on Amazon Alexa Home Theater Connect up to five Echo Studio or Echo Dot Max speakers to a compatible Fire TV stick for surround sound; automatic tuning and Alexa+ integration. Echo Show (smart displays) Echo Show 8 — $180; Echo Show 11 —…

Daniel Ek to become Spotify Executive Chairman; Söderström & Norström named co‑CEOs Spotify founder and CEO Daniel Ek will transition to the role of Executive Chairman effective January 1. Gustav Söderström (Co‑President, Chief Product & Technology Officer) and Alex Norström (Co‑President, Chief Business Officer) will take over as co‑CEOs. Ek said the change "simply matches titles to how we already operate," and that in his new role he will focus on the company’s long arc, capital allocation and staying closely connected to the Board and co‑CEOs. Key details Leadership change effective: January 1. Co‑CEOs: Gustav Söderström & Alex Norström. Users: Spotify has grown to nearly 700 million monthly active listeners. Ek’s outside interests: This year he led a $700M investment round into defense‑tech firm Helsing, which drew criticism from some…

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus — Now $80 (47% off) Ahead of Prime Day The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is on sale for $80 (normally $150), a 47% discount, ahead of the Prime Day sale running Oct 7–8. This is the lowest price seen for this model in recent offers. Key features Field of view: 150° × 150° “head-to-toe” coverage — better visibility of packages at the doorstep. Video: 1536p high-resolution video for clearer footage than many entry-level doorbells. Power: Battery-powered (no hardwiring required). Battery life varies from several weeks to a few months depending on settings and activity. Other features: Motion detection, color night vision, Live View with two-way talk, privacy zones. Subscription notes Some features such as package alerts and video event storage require a Ring Protect subscription (plans…

Amazon Fall 2025 Hardware — Full Rundown Amazon’s fall hardware event brought a wide range of updates across Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, Ring and Alexa+. Below is a concise, product-by-product summary with announced prices, pre-order / ship dates and availability. Echo speakers - Echo Dot Max — $100, pre-order; ships Oct 29. Bigger base, two drivers (woofer + tweeter), adaptive sound. - Echo Studio (refreshed) — $220, pre-order; ships Oct 29. Smaller chassis (60% of prior), spatial audio & Dolby Atmos support. Note: US buyers who pre-order eligible Echo speakers or Echo Show devices gain early access to Alexa+. Find Echo Dot Max on Amazon | Find Echo Studio on Amazon Alexa Home Theater Connect up to five Echo Studio or Echo Dot Max units to a compatible Fire TV…