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…

Windows 10 reaches end of support — what to do next Microsoft has declared the end of Windows 10’s usable life after more than a decade. Devices running Windows 10 will continue to function, but Microsoft will no longer issue routine software or security updates for the OS. That means users should plan next steps to keep their machines secure. Here are the main options available: Upgrade to Windows 11: If your PC meets Microsoft’s compatibility requirements, you can upgrade to Windows 11 for free. This is the recommended route for most home users who want continued feature and security updates. Windows 11 info. Extended Security Updates (ESU) — free for one year: Microsoft is offering a one-year Extended Security Updates option that will continue to deliver critical patches, but…

Pen and Paper: D&D Beyond App and 'Heroes of the Borderlands' — Tabletop Goes Digital Recent coverage looks at how classic tabletop role‑playing is moving into digital spaces. The piece highlights the D&D Beyond app alongside a product called "Heroes of the Borderlands," using these examples to show how pen‑and‑paper systems are becoming easier to access and integrate with video games like Baldur’s Gate 3. D&D Beyond is a well‑known digital companion for Dungeons & Dragons that offers a rules compendium, character builder, digital books and marketplace tools for players and dungeon masters. These features make character creation and rules lookup faster and more approachable for new and veteran players alike. Explore D&D Beyond. The article also discusses "Heroes of the Borderlands," presented as an example of how tabletop content…

Airalo App Relaunch and fraenk Raises Included Data Two digital mobile offerings used the quiet middle of the month to update their plans and apps. Airalo has relaunched its app to make eSIM management simpler, while fraenk, Deutsche Telekom’s app-only tariff, has increased the included data allowance for its customers. Airalo focuses on digital eSIM tariffs for international travelers who need quick, short-term mobile access abroad. The refreshed app aims to streamline buying, installing and managing eSIMs from one place, reducing friction for frequent or spontaneous travelers. Learn more on Airalo’s site: airalo.com. fraenk is an app-first mobile tariff from Deutsche Telekom that targets cost-conscious, app-native users. The recent update increases the data volume included in its plans, giving users more data without changing how they subscribe or manage their…

Wi‑Fi 8: Prioritizing Stability Over Peak Speed The race for higher Wi‑Fi speeds has dominated each new generation — until now. Wi‑Fi 8, the successor to Wi‑Fi 7, is reported to shift priorities away from raw peak throughput and toward more reliable, stable connections that maintain performance in real-world, crowded environments. Instead of focusing solely on top-line megabits per second, Wi‑Fi 8 aims to reduce dropouts, improve quality-of-service (QoS) under load, and handle interference better so multiple devices can coexist without large swings in performance. Improved link stability and fewer disconnections in dense settings Better interference mitigation and channel management Enhanced QoS and resource allocation for many-device scenarios (IoT, smart homes, offices) Potential gains for latency-sensitive use cases like AR/VR and cloud gaming through consistent performance Standards work for new…