### Amazon Announces Easter "Deal Event" Set to Slash Prices Across Multiple Categories As Easter approaches, online retail giant Amazon has announced a blockbuster sales event that will see significant price reductions on a wide variety of products. From March 20th to March 25th, 2024, shoppers can expect to find hefty discounts on electronics, home and garden hardware, toys, and many other categories. This Easter Offer aims to accompany the upcoming Easter holidays and is open to all Amazon customers, not just those with a Prime membership. Amazon promises, "From March 20th to March 25th, 2024, top brands across all categories will be available at up to 40 percent off their standard prices." ### Amazon Hardware at Best Prices This six-day extravaganza is not only a great opportunity for customers…

### Apple's AI Ramp-Up: The Acquisition of DarwinAI and What It Means for the Future Apple has strategically bolstered its capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) by acquiring the Canadian AI start-up, DarwinAI. This move is part of Apple's anticipated AI offensive, aiming to significantly enhance its offerings in the AI domain within the year. According to Bloomberg, the tech giant finalized the acquisition earlier this year, integrating many of DarwinAI's staff into its internal AI department. While the specific role DarwinAI's technology will play within Apple remains undisclosed, a closer look at DarwinAI, founded in 2017, reveals a company that has specialized in process optimization for corporate clients, AI inspection of components, and the enhancement of manufacturing processes. This expertise suggests that Apple could be eyeing significant improvements in how…

### Twelve South Launches New Generation of BookArc Flex: A Must-Have MacBook Stand for Tidy Desk Enthusiasts In the realm of office and home office setups, a tidy desk is not just a desire—it's a necessity for many. Recognizing this, Twelve South, a renowned accessory provider, introduced a new generation of its MacBook stand, the BookArc Flex, in January. This vertical laptop stand is specifically designed for users who leverage external monitors at their workstations and cherish a clutter-free desk environment. The BookArc Flex is a game changer for those looking to optimize their desktop setups. Capable of holding MacBooks up to 16 inches in size—including the new 15-inch MacBook Air—this stand positions your laptop vertically, creating a neatly organized workspace. What sets the BookArc Flex apart is its flexibility.…

### Apple's Restoration Effort: Reviving the Atlantic Rainforest In a world where the echoes of environmental degradation are growing louder by the day, hope shines through the actions of those committed to making a difference. Among the fertile lands of South America, initiatives backed by technology giants and local communities are making considerable strides in the reforestation of the Atlantic Rainforest. A marvel of biodiversity and once sprawling over vast territories, this vital ecosystem has been reduced to a mere fragment of its former glory, with 80% cleared away over the course of 500 years for agriculture and livestock. ### The Restore Fund: Apple’s Answer to Climate Catastrophe At the forefront of these conservation efforts stands Apple's ambitious Restore Fund, launched in collaboration with financial powerhouse Goldman Sachs. The Fund…

### FRITZ!Box Under Attack: Failed Login Attempts from 193.46.255.151 The event logs of a FRITZ!Box are something that, ideally, should contain minimal entries. It's normal for a router to report occasional internet outages, log when users access the FRITZ!Box interface, and provide information on updated port releases. Beyond these instances, the list displayed under FRITZ!Box > System > Events should, for the most part, remain empty. However, many users are currently noticing their event overview filling up. As reported by several readers at ifun.de, the event summary is listing a multitude of unauthorized login attempts. These attempts are not very sophisticated, as they try out known combinations of usernames and passwords, hoping to hit upon valid login credentials for FRITZ!Box routers. Interestingly, these access attempts aren't even coming from various…

### How to Fix Connection Issues with Monitors and Hubs on macOS Sonoma 14.4 Since the latest update of macOS Sonoma 14.4 released last Thursday, many Mac users have experienced frustrating problems when connecting USB-C and Thunderbolt devices, hubs, docking stations, and external monitors. The issue, widely discussed in Apple’s official support forum and on community platforms like Reddit, has swiftly gained attention due to its impact on daily operations. Thankfully, there's a glimmer of hope for those affected. Early adopters have discovered a workaround that seems to restore the functionality of connected peripherals for many. Let’s explore the issue and the steps you can take to mitigate the problem until Apple releases a fix. #### Understanding the Problem The root cause of the issue seems linked to the permissions…

### Boost Your Home Wi-Fi with eero and eero Pro: Now 30% Off! Have you ever found yourself wearing multiple hats within your family, not just as the beloved son or daughter but also as the go-to unpaid IT specialist at a moment's notice? If so, you might want to consider doing yourself (and your sanity) a massive favor by installing Amazon's eero Wi-Fi systems in the homes of your parents, grandparents, and in-laws, while disabling the Wi-Fi functionality of their existing routers. Setting up these sleek white Wi-Fi units takes just minutes through the manufacturer's iPhone app, and trust us, it will save you from future headaches—we're speaking from experience here. Once set up, the eero systems are so stable that the otherwise monthly ritual of restarting network devices…

Michael Douglas Stars as Benjamin Franklin in Apple TV+'s Latest Production Apple TV+ is gearing up for the premiere of its next star-studded production, "Franklin," featuring the multi-award-winning actor Michael Douglas. Not only does Douglas play the lead role in this eagerly awaited series, but he also serves as a producer, adding another feather to his cap. Starting April 12, subscribers to Apple's video service will have the opportunity to dive into this compelling narrative. To build anticipation for the series' debut, Apple has launched a promotional campaign, including releasing a trailer that offers a two-and-a-half-minute glimpse into the setting and tone of this historical drama. Fans and history buffs alike are eager to see how the story unfolds onscreen. "Franklin" is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book "A Great…

### IKEA's Smart Home Expands with Affordable Water Sensors and Smart Plugs IKEA continues to make waves in the smart home market by introducing two new and affordably priced gadgets: the BADRING water sensor and the TRETAKT smart plug. These latest additions demonstrate IKEA's commitment to expanding its range of smart home solutions, offering consumers high-quality products without breaking the bank. #### BADRING Water Sensor: A Must-Have for Every Home Initially announced last year, the BADRING water sensor is now finally available for purchase both online and in select IKEA stores. Priced at only €10, the BADRING is an absolute steal compared to similar products from other brands that often come with a heftier price tag. Designed to be placed in areas prone to water leaks, such as under sinks…

### Apple Vision Pro Soon to Include German Among Supported Languages Since its release in the U.S. in February, the Apple Vision Pro could be expanding its horizons to other countries very soon, with Germany rumored to be one of the first international destinations for this innovative piece of technology. The speculation arises from changes in visionOS, the operating system of the Vision Pro, where updates have prepared the integrated virtual keyboard of the Apple headset to support an additional twelve language variants. A notable inclusion among these updates, as cited by the American Apple blog MacRumors, is the enhancement of the keyboard settings to accommodate languages such as Cantonese, various dialects of Chinese, English (for Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, and the UK), French (for France and Canada), Korean, Japanese,…