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Back in January, we told you about the all-new Smart Thermostat Essential from ecobee. Is it an innovative product? Not at all. However, this new thermostat doesn’t need to break new ground. Instead, it aims to offer a reliable experience at an affordable price. Quite frankly, that’s really all a homeowner wants from a thermostat these days.

ecobee promised the Smart Thermostat Essential would hit stores in March, and wouldn’t you know it, we are now in March. And so, staying true to its word, the affordable thermostat can be purchased immediately.

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TP-Link is one of my favorite networking brands thanks to its high quality and affordable prices. Today, that company launches the Archer GE650 -- an absolutely gorgeous Wi-Fi 7 gaming router.

The Archer GE650 delivers up to 11Gbps across three bands, including 5764Mbps on 6GHz, 4323Mbps on 5GHz, and 574Mbps on 2.4GHz. The router features one 5Gbps WAN port, one 5Gbps LAN port, and three 2.5Gbps LAN ports. Yeah, this router is absolutely loaded with multi-gig ports, making Gigabit seem downright ancient.

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BlueAnt has launched the X5i Party Speaker. This speaker offers 120W peak power, seven LED modes, two wireless microphones, and solid, long-lasting battery life. Whether it’s a party, karaoke night, or casual listening session, the X5i should be more than up for the task.

CEO Taisen Maddern describes the X5i as an all-in-one audio experience. “It’s been engineered for all audio forms; from punk to pop, from metal to melodic, we’ve ensured audio is the king with the X5i,” he said. “The experience across the board, from the lighting to the battery, makes this the one-stop speaker for all occasions. With amazing bass, even at low volume levels, it makes the music feel live and helps create life’s memorable moments.”

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Imagine for just a moment an advanced bird feeder that feels like a piece of nature itself, carved from eco-friendly bamboo. However, this IP66 waterproof feeder is also equipped with Wi-Fi, solar charging, and an AI camera to bring birdwatching into modern times. There is no need to imagine this product, as it is a reality!

The “VINGUYS Smart Bird Feeder V-Feeder Bamboo” is more than just a pretty perch -- it’s got a 2.5K UHD camera that captures both photos and videos. It connects to your home Wi-Fi, albeit 2.4Ghz only, so you can watch the camera on your smartphone.

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Amazon has announced that is finally pulling the plug on its Android Appstore, and that’s not all -- Amazon Coins are going down with it too. From August 20, 2025, Amazon says the Appstore on Android devices will be no more. That means no new downloads, no updates, and good luck expecting your existing apps to keep working. If you’re still relying on it, now’s the time to move on.

If you have subscriptions through the Appstore you will be able to manage or cancel them for now, but once the shutdown happens, it’s all over. That said, Amazon isn’t shutting down the Appstore entirely. It will still exist on Fire TV and Fire tablets, which makes sense since those are Amazon’s own products. But if you’re using a regular Android phone or tablet? Sorry, you’re out of luck.

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If you need to connect multiple displays, you'll be pleased to know that Plugable has just released the USBC-MSTH3, a new USB-C hub designed for that very purpose. The hub uses Multi-Stream Transport (MST) technology, which allows users to spread their Windows desktop across three external screens.

The hub supports HDMI 2.1, offering various display configurations:

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Let’s be honest -- exercising sucks. While some people enjoy fitness, many people (such as myself) absolutely detest it. Whether you love or hate being active, however, it is undoubtedly an essential part of good health. In other words, a fully sedentary life is destined for tragedy.

If you want to make fitness more enjoyable, listening to music can do the trick. Put on a pair of headphones, crank your favorite tunes, and you just might find yourself more motivated.

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Believe it or not, in the flash drive world, USB-A models are still the most common. Yes, folks, despite USB-C being far superior, consumers have been slow to adopt flash drives with the better connector.

Thankfully, companies are still producing USB-C flash drives despite the slow adoption. For example, today, PNY has launched a trio of new USB Type-C flash drives. The lineup includes the PRO Elite V3, Elite-X Fit, and Elite models.

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Amazon may be one of the biggest names in online retail, but in recent years the likes of Temu has started to encroach on its territory by offering products at absurdly low prices.

Now Amazon has come up with a response. Amazon Haul is a new shopping experience that has launched in beta for US shoppers. Building on the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service, Haul is home to “affordable fashion, home, lifestyle, electronics, and other products with ultra-low prices”. Most things are priced under $10, so what’s the catch?

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Amazon has launched a completely refreshed lineup of Kindle devices, including the first-ever color Kindle, a redesigned Kindle Scribe, the fastest Kindle Paperwhite to date, and a new entry-level Kindle in a striking Matcha color.

The highlight of the new range is obviously the Kindle Colorsoft, Amazon's first color Kindle. Amazon says the new device features high contrast, fast page turns, and an auto-adjusting front light, along with the added benefit of color, which allows users to enjoy book covers, images, and highlights in rich hues.

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ŌURA has introduced the Oura Ring 4, a new version of its smart ring, featuring Smart Sensing technology designed to improve accuracy, comfort, and personalization. This technology uses research-grade sensors and an advanced algorithm to adapt to the wearer’s finger, ensuring continuous data collection both day and night.

The Oura Ring 4 is built with a lightweight, all-titanium design and a slimmer profile for improved comfort during all-day wear. It will be available in six colors -- Brushed Silver, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Stealth, and Black with a glossy tungsten PVD coating -- and in twelve sizes, ranging from 4 to 15.

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Amazon has announced that Prime Big Deal Days will take place from October 8 to October 9, offering discounts for Prime members as the holiday shopping season begins. Starting at 3:01 a.m. EDT on October 8, Prime members will have access to deals on winter fashion items, Halloween costumes, electronics, and more. Amazon Essentials will offer up to 40 percent off on winter clothing, while Halloween costumes and accessories will start at $5. Electronics from brands like Beats, Samsung, and Fujifilm will also be discounted.

Throughout the event, new offers will become available every five minutes during select periods, providing shoppers with opportunities to find deals on household essentials and pet care products. Amazon Basics will feature savings on items such as batteries, home storage solutions, and pet supplies. Non-Prime members can participate by signing up or starting a free trial here.

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In a recent statement to Engadget, Twitch has confirmed that is has restored former President Donald Trump's account on the live streaming platform. Owned by Amazon, Twitch emphasized the importance of direct communication from presidential nominees.

The decision comes amidst a backdrop of heightened security concerns and political tension. "We reinstated former President Trump’s Twitch channel," Twitch said in the statement. "We believe there is value in hearing from Presidential nominees directly, when possible. Trump is now the official Republican nominee for US President." This move by Twitch underscores a broader strategy to provide a platform for significant political figures to engage with the public directly.

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The European Commission announced today that it has opened non-compliance investigations against Apple, Alphabet, and Meta. The three companies make up one half of six gatekeeper companies under the Digital Markets Act (DMA).

So-called gatekeepers have a strong position in a market, which may give them an unfair advantage over competing platforms and services. Platforms such as Windows, Google Android, and iOS are gatekeepers, but so are YouTube, Google Search, Google Ads, Chrome, or Safari. The full list of gatekeepers is available here.

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New research from Dig reveals that cloud assets like Amazon S3 buckets and Azure Storage accounts are being left open to ransomware attacks thanks to poor configuration.

It shows that only 31 percent of S3 buckets have versioning enabled, an essential for data recovery, while just two-thirds of sensitive buckets have logging enabled, a prerequisite for detection. In addition 72 percent of remote CMK buckets are not actively monitored.

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