Best Air Purifiers for 2025 — Guide & Picks Indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Energy-efficient homes trap pollutants from cooking, cleaning chemicals, fragrances, pets, smoke and off-gassing furniture. When outdoor air is clean, opening windows for at least 15 minutes a day dramatically improves indoor air quality. If outdoor air is unhealthy (wildfire smoke, heavy traffic pollution, or high pollen), a quality air purifier is the next best option. What air purifiers can and can’t do Air purifiers remove particulate matter (PM2.5/PM10) and—when equipped with activated carbon—can reduce VOCs and odors. HEPA (true HEPA) filters capture very small particles like dust, pollen, mold spores, smoke and some bacteria. No consumer air purifier can reduce CO2; ventilation (opening windows or mechanical ventilation) is…

Disney+ to add ZDF Studios catalogue (“ZDF Filme und Serien”) — report (unconfirmed) Summary (English): According to a report on ifun.de, from 27 August Disney+ will expand its German‑language offering with a large collection of regional productions licensed from ZDF Studios. Branded as “ZDF Filme und Serien”, the selection is said to grow to more than 3,000 episodes and films by the end of the year. Original (German excerpt): "Ab dem 27. August ergänzt Disney+ sein deutschsprachiges Angebot um eine umfangreiche Sammlung regionaler Produktionen. Grundlage ist ein mehrjähriger Lizenzvertrag mit ZDF Studios, durch den zahlreiche Serien und Filme auf der Plattform verfügbar werden. Unter dem Namen ‚ZDF Filme und Serien‘ entsteht bis Ende des Jahres eine Auswahl von mehr als 3.000 Episoden und Filmen […]" What we checked I ran…

Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers — Quick Guide & Top Picks Portable Bluetooth speakers let you take music anywhere — from quiet nights at home to beach days and backyard parties. The best models balance battery life, reliable pairing, durable build and clear sound. Below is a short guide to what matters and a few top picks to consider. Top picks Sonos Roam 2 — Compact, durable, IP67 rated. Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sonos+Roam+2&tag=f1rede-20 Monoprice Soundstage3 — Big sound for the price; might be harder to find. Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Monoprice+Soundstage3&tag=f1rede-20 JBL Boombox 3 — Loud, bass-forward and rugged; good for parties. Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=JBL+Boombox+3&tag=f1rede-20 Soundcore Motion X500 — Strong mids/highs and spatial audio features; good value when discounted. Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Soundcore+Motion+X500&tag=f1rede-20 What to consider Weather-proofing: Look for IP ratings…

UGREEN MagFlow Qi2: 25W Qi 2.2 Magnetic Power Bank (10,000 mAh)UGREEN has launched the MagFlow Qi2, billed as the world’s first Qi 2.2–certified magnetic power bank. It raises wireless power for portable chargers to up to 25W and is aimed at MagSafe/iPhone users who want faster wireless charging on the go.Key specificationsWireless: Qi 2.2 magnetic, up to 25W wireless chargingCapacity: 10,000 mAhBuilt‑in cable: Braided USB‑C cable that doubles as a carry strap; supports 30W two‑way wired chargingPorts: Magnetic wireless pad + two USB‑C ports — can charge up to three devices simultaneouslyCompatibility: Optimized for Apple MagSafe / current iPhone modelsSafety: Improved thermal control, foreign object detection and intelligent current managementAvailabilityThe MagFlow Qi2 was announced in July 2025 and is available from UGREEN’s online store with shipping expected in late August…

Apple joins Texas Instruments in $60B U.S. chip expansion Apple will produce some iPhone chips in the United States as part of a $60 billion chip-factory expansion led by Texas Instruments (TI). The plan calls for seven new chip fabs: five in Texas and two in Utah. Four fabs will be at Sherman, Texas, where TI aims to start the first production line by the end of 2025. Key facts Project size: $60 billion for seven new fabs (TI-led). Locations: Five fabs in Texas (including four in Sherman) and two in Utah (including Lehi/nearby sites). Timeline: TI targets the first production line at Sherman by end of 2025; broader buildout continues across 2025–2027. Partners: Apple (iPhone chips), Texas Instruments, Applied Materials, GlobalWafers America and other U.S. suppliers. Strategic goals: Increase…

LockParty: Create Animated Photo Collages for iPhone Lock ScreenLockParty is a free app that lets you design eye-catching collages for your iPhone lock screen using photos from your library. The app focuses on easy, fast creation with attractive grid layouts rather than heavy editing tools.Key featuresMake animated photo collages optimized for the lock screenSimple selection workflow — no complicated editorsSupports Live Photos so your lock screen can animate on compatible iPhonesFree to downloadHow to get itSearch for "LockParty" in the App Store or visit: App Store: LockPartyNotesThis post is based on recent reports about the app and user-facing features. If you want to try creating moving collages for your lock screen quickly, LockParty is worth a look.

CUII now requires court orders for domain blocks The Clearingstelle Urheberrecht im Internet (CUII) has changed its procedure: domain blocks for alleged copyright infringements will now be applied only after a court order confirms their legality. The Bundesnetzagentur has stepped back from handling these blocks directly to focus on its core duties. What changed Previously, large media companies, associations and ISPs in the CUII coalition could have domains blocked on suspicion of copyright infringement without a judicial decision. Following indications of incorrect decisions and pressure from the Bundesnetzagentur, CUII updated its rules: DNS-based blocks will only be implemented after a court order. CUII will increase transparency by publicly listing court-ordered blocked domains (with case numbers) on its website. Sources Coverage and confirmation of the change: Golem.de article. Additional information from…

Apple plans three years of new iPhone designs — iPhone 17 Air in 2025 Bloomberg reporting summarized by TechCrunch: Apple is preparing a phase of significant iPhone redesigns across the next three model cycles, starting with the 2025 lineup. The headline change is a new, ultra-thin model dubbed the iPhone 17 Air, expected to debut with the iPhone 17 family in 2025. Key points Apple plans major design changes over the next three iPhone model cycles. The 2025 iPhone 17 series is expected to include an iPhone 17 Air, positioned as an ultra-thin variant (reports suggest it may replace the Plus model). Changes will focus largely on the exterior/look of iPhones and lineup reshaping. Timing: reports point to a September 2025 launch window for the iPhone 17 generation. Primary coverage:…

SpaceX Starship Flight 10 — Launch Summary (Aug 24, 2025) SpaceX is scheduled to attempt Starship Flight 10 from Starbase (Boca Chica), Texas. The launch window opens at 7:30 PM ET (6:30 PM CT). The official SpaceX webcast begins 30 minutes before liftoff and is available on the SpaceX launches page: https://www.spacex.com/launches/starship-flight-10. What to expect Vehicle: Starship (Ship 37) atop Super Heavy (Booster 16). Mission: Deploy 8 dummy Starlink satellites and run experiments focused on enabling the Starship upper stage to return to the launch site in future tests. Duration: ~1 hour, ending with a splashdown of the upper stage in the Indian Ocean. Live coverage: SpaceX webcast (link above). Weather & backup windows Weather is currently assessed to be about 45% favorable, so delays are possible. SpaceX has backup…

AYN Thor Dual‑Screen Handheld — Specs, Prices & Preorder AYN has revealed the Thor, a Nintendo DS‑style dual‑screen clamshell Android gaming handheld. It blends a modern 6" primary AMOLED display with a secondary 3.92" AMOLED screen for portable multitasking and retro vibes. Key specs Main display: 6.0" AMOLED, 1920×1080, 120Hz Secondary display: 3.92" AMOLED, 1240×1080, 60Hz Battery: 6,000 mAh OS: Android 13 Inputs: Hall effect joysticks, reinforced hinge, active cooling Ports & connectivity: USB‑C (video out), 3.5mm jack, TF card slot, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth Models & pricing Thor Lite — Snapdragon 865, up to 8GB RAM / 128GB storage. Preorder price: $249. Thor Pro & Thor Max — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Max configurable up to 16GB RAM / 1TB storage. Max MSRP around $429. Colors Available in black, white, clear…