Apple One: Higher prices for Family and Premium subscriptions in Europe
Apple is raising the prices for its Apple One Family and Premium subscription bundles in several European countries. Affected subscribers are already being notified via email.
Uncategorized
Starlink plans time passes for satellite internet without a monthly subscription
SpaceX is working on flexible time passes for Starlink: Through a community program, users will soon be able to book hourly, daily, or weekly passes.
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Microsoft Authenticator: Android backups switch to Google One
Starting in January 2027, Microsoft is discontinuing Authenticator backups via personal Microsoft accounts on Android devices. Google One will take over instead.
Hardware
Galaxy SmartTag 3: Samsung Opens New Tracker to iPhones, Shuns Google
Samsung has unveiled the third generation of the Galaxy SmartTag. The tracker shrinks in size, supports Apple smartphones running iOS 17 or later for the first time, and relies on Bluetooth 6.0.
Nvidia Shield TV Pro: 2019 streaming player now costs 329 euros
The memory crisis is driving up streaming hardware prices: Nvidia is now charging 329 euros for the Shield TV Pro. Apple had also previously raised prices.
Google Health Guardian: Pixel Watch estimates insulin resistance using AI
Google is rolling out Health Guardian for the Pixel Watch 3, 4, and 5. The system uses sensor data and AI to detect metabolic stress and signs of insulin resistance without a blood test.
Mobility
Skoda Recall: Around 1.7 Million Vehicles Affected by Steering Issues
Due to the risk of steering failure, Skoda is recalling around 1.7 million vehicles worldwide. In Germany alone, approximately 370,000 cars are being called into workshops.
Open Source
KIDS Act: The Challenges EU Child Protection Poses for Mastodon and the Fediverse
The EU’s proposed KIDS Act introduces strict safeguards for social media platforms. For decentralized networks like Mastodon, these mandates directly clash with the foundational architecture of the ActivityPub protocol.
1&1 HomeServer Pro: New Wi-Fi 7 Router for DSL and Fiber
With the 1&1 HomeServer Pro, the provider launches a new flagship router based on the FRITZ!Box DSL/Fiber 7-90, featuring Wi-Fi 7 and dual support for both DSL and fiber optics.
Operating Systems
CalyxOS 8.0: Privacy-Focused Firmware Delivers Android 17 Free of Google Services
CalyxOS 8.0 launches as a privacy-centric custom ROM based on Android 17. The system strips out Google services in favor of microG and enhanced security tools.