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Sonos is raising prices this year to make up for tariff expenses

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-08 04:30:31

Sonos plans to raise prices across its products later this year in order to minimize the impact of tariffs on its earnings, the company has revealed alongside its financial results [PDF] for the third quarter of 2025. It hasn't listed the products and their new prices yet, but it said that it's evaluating any changes it might need to its promotional strategies and that it has flexibility to move production between Vietnam and Malaysia as needed. To note, the Trump administration had imposed a 20

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Opendoor tanks after earnings as CEO thanks new investors for 'increased visibility'

cnbc.com Ari Levy 2025-12-06 20:25:42

With Opendoor shares up almost fivefold since the beginning of July and trading volumes hitting record levels, CEO Carrie Wheeler thanked investors for their "enthusiasm" on Tuesday's earnings call. "I want to acknowledge the great deal of interest in Opendoor lately and that we're grateful for it," Wheeler said, even as the stock sank more than 20% after hours. "We appreciate your enthusiasm for what we're building, and we're listening intently to your feedback." Prior to its recent surge, Op

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SoftBank's Vision Fund posts best performance in 4 years

cnbc.com Arjun Kharpal 2025-12-08 14:28:39

Masayoshi Son, chairman and chief executive officer of SoftBank Group Corp., speaks at the SoftBank World event in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. SoftBank Group on Thursday reported fiscal first-quarter profit that topped expectations, driven by gains in its Vision Fund tech investment arm. The Japanese giant reported 421.8 billion yen ($2.87 billion) in the quarter ended June, versus 127.6 billion yen expected, according to LSEG consensus estimates. It is the second straight quart

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SoftBank Vision Fund posts $4.8 billion gain to drive second straight quarter of group profit

cnbc.com Arjun Kharpal 2025-12-08 16:19:30

Masayoshi Son, chairman and chief executive officer of SoftBank Group Corp., speaks at the SoftBank World event in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. SoftBank Group on Thursday reported fiscal first-quarter profit that topped expectations, driven by gains in its Vision Fund tech investment arm. The Japanese giant reported 421.8 billion yen ($2.87 billion) in the quarter ended June, versus 127.6 billion yen expected, according to LSEG consensus estimates. It is the second straight quart

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How to upgrade your deadbolt with a smart lock - and the one I recommend most

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-12-08 16:15:15

Nuki Smart Lock ZDNET's key takeaways The Nuki Smart Lock is now available for $159 on its own, and $229 when combined with the Keypad 2. This smart lock fits into an existing deadbolt, supports Matter for easy integrations with smart home systems, and features hands-free unlocking. Though innovative, the Nuki smart lock requires a subscription for full remote access; it's also very loud when locking and unlocking, and the Keypad 2 is somewhat slow. $159 at Amazon I'm all for smart home techn

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Sonos confirms tariffs will increase its prices this year

theverge.com Richard Lawler 2025-12-08 18:42:39

Conrad: With respect to our operations, like many companies, the most significant near-term challenge has been the uncertain tariff environment. As a reminder short of a few accessories, and our passive speaker partnership with Sonance (I think this is what he said?) we do all of our us-bound manufacturing in Vietnam and Malaysia. We talked last quarter about the contingency planning we underwent to minimize the effects of terrorists on our business, while also doing what we can to limit the d

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Gartner's AI Hype Cycle reveals which AI tech is peaking - but will it last?

zdnet.com Radhika Rajkumar 2025-12-09 04:01:44

JuSun/Getty ZDNET's key takeaways Gartner has released its 2025 Hype Cycle report. AI agents and data are at their most inflated and need precise application to yield results. The report also emphasized trust and safety efforts as critical to the next five years. Research firm Gartner has released its annual Hype Cycle report, which investigates whether new technology is living up to expectations or is still far off from making a meaningful impact. At the top of the list this year? AI agent

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Shopify stock soars 21% on rosy guidance as CFO says tariff hit 'did not materialize'

cnbc.com Annie Palmer 2025-12-09 09:02:51

The logo of Shopify is seen outside its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, on Sept. 28, 2018. Shopify shares soared 21% on Wednesday after the company topped analysts' estimates for the second quarter, and gave rosy guidance for the third quarter. Here's how the company did, compared with estimates from analysts polled by LSEG: Earnings per share: 35 cents adjusted vs. 29 cents 35 cents adjusted vs. 29 cents Revenue: $2.68 billion vs. $2.55 billion Second-quarter sales surged 31% year over ye

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Airbnb beats on top and bottom lines for second quarter

cnbc.com Ashley Capoot 2025-12-09 09:25:32

Airbnb reported second-quarter results on Wednesday that beat analysts' expectations. Here's how the company did based on average analysts' estimates compiled by LSEG: Earnings per share: $1.03 vs. 93 cents expected $1.03 vs. 93 cents expected Revenue: $3.10 billion vs. $3.04 billion expected Revenue increased 13% from $2.75 billion during the same period last year. The company reported net income of $642 million, or $1.03 per share, up from $555 million, or 86 cents per share, a year earlie

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Consistency over Availability: How rqlite Handles the CAP theorem

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-09 04:57:08

Consistency Over Availability: How rqlite Handles the CAP Theorem rqlite is a lightweight, user-friendly, open-source, distributed relational database. It’s written in Go and uses SQLite as its storage engine. When it comes to distributed systems the CAP theorem is an essential concept. It states that it’s impossible for a distributed database to simultaneously provide Consistency, Availability, and Partition tolerance. The challenge is in the face of a network partition, a database can only b

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I wore the best smartwatches from Samsung, Apple, and Google - here's how Galaxy Watch 8 wins

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-12-09 14:11:00

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 ZDNET's key takeaways Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is available for purchase now at a starting price of $349. It's a capable smartwatch with all the usual health metrics, along with Samsung's Running Coach, bedtime guidance, and recovery insights. Some features feel more experimental than scientific, like Antioxidant Index and BMI, which failed to work several times. View now at Samsung Samsung's latest smartwatches have arrived. The Galaxy Watch 8 lineup, which includes bo

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The 12 Most Effective Cardio Workouts

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-09 11:00:00

Cardio is more than just running laps or hopping on a bike. It's any movement that gets your heart pumping, your body sweating and your energy levels soaring. Whether you're chasing a weight loss goal or looking to boost endurance, there's a cardio workout that fits your mood and motivation. Not into high-impact moves? Go for swimming or a rowing session that's easier on the joints. Want something that pushes your limits? Sprinting or HIIT might be your jam. Cardio is flexible and lets you mix i

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Your Samsung TV is getting a huge feature upgrade - 3 AI tools launching right now

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-12-09 23:41:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Samsung is rolling out a redesigned version of Bixby on smart TVs. The new Bixby will have upgraded conversational abilities. You'll also be able to control smart home devices. If you have a Samsung television, you're about to get a big upgrade to your TV's built-in Bixby assistant. In a recent announcement, Samsung detailed a redesigned Bixby that brings a host of new features, including the ability to look up information, utilize Click to Search, and

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What It’s Like To Work at a Startup: Insights From Startup Professionals

computer.org Laurel Tweed 2025-12-10 06:00:47

For computing professionals, startups offer something few corporate roles can provide. They give you the chance to build cutting-edge technology, gain equity, and work at a pace big companies can’t match. Nearly a quarter of North American startups are in the tech and communications sector, so these opportunities are abundant. [1] But what is the day-to-day reality behind the promise? We polled IEEE Computer Society members to get the real scoop. Here’s a sneak peek into what you can expect. Wh

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This USB-C accessory gave my Android and iPhone an ingenious emergency tool

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-12-10 09:04:00

Heat It Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer ZDNET's key takeaways The Heat It is available on Amazon for $40. It heats up from your smartphone and reduces swelling and itchiness from bug bites. While its power consumption is modest, it will take some charge from your phone. $39.95 at Amazon As someone who spends a lot of time outdoors (and someone who got hit with Lyme disease), it's astonishing how often I forget to apply insect repellent. Just the other night, I spent the last half of a f

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Russia’s Colossal Earthquake May Have Ignited Multiple Volcanoes

gizmodo.com Margherita Bassi 2025-12-10 09:55:09

The sixth strongest earthquake ever recorded struck Russia’s far east Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29 and has seemingly triggered a string of nearby volcanoes. According to the United States Geological Survey, it’s not uncommon for large earthquakes to cause volcanic activity, though volcanoes will only erupt if they were already close to erupting on their own. Depending on its magnitude, the earthquake must also occur within a certain distance from the volcano. Klyuchevskaya, one of the highes

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Sonos’ smart assistant is expanding from music to home control

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-12-10 14:06:01

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Since its launch in 2022, the capabilities of Sonos Voice Control have expanded to include setting timers and checking the weather. But by the end of this year, the smart assistant will introduce compatibility with the Philips Hue smart home platform allowing

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Shopify stock soars 20% on rosy guidance as CFO says tariff hit 'did not materialize'

cnbc.com Annie Palmer 2025-12-10 18:37:36

The logo of Shopify is seen outside its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, on Sept. 28, 2018. Shopify shares soared 20% Wednesday after the company topped analysts' estimates for the second quarter, and gave rosy guidance for the third quarter. Here's how the company did, compared with estimates from analysts polled by LSEG: Earnings per share: 35 cents adj. vs. 29 cents 35 cents adj. vs. 29 cents Revenue: $2.68 billion vs. $2.55 billion Second-quarter sales surged 31% year over year to $2.68

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Final call: TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket savings end tonight

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-12-10 18:00:00

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 marks 20 years of shaping the startup world — and tonight’s your last chance to save up to $675 on your ticket. From October 27–29, Disrupt returns to Moscone West in San Francisco. Join 10,000+ tech innovators, founders, VCs, and ecosystem builders for three days of high-impact programming, networking, and startup energy. But first: your savings. You have until 11:59 p.m. PT tonight to save up to $675. Once the clock strikes midnight, prices jump. Register now. Why yo

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Earth Is Spinning Weirdly Faster, Making Tuesday One of the Shortest Days Ever

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-11 08:35:00

Earth's rotation is randomly speeding up, and nobody is quite sure why. These speedups, which have occurred several times over the last few years, haven't had any effect on daily life, but they also haven't gone unnoticed by science. Tuesday, Aug. 5 is the next date when Earth's rotation is expected to speed up, shortening the day by between 1.25 and 1.51 milliseconds. According to Time and Date, the current prediction is set by the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service and

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Earth Is Spinning Weirdly Faster, Making Today One of the Shortest Days Ever

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-11 12:14:00

Earth's rotation is randomly speeding up, and nobody is quite sure why. These speedups, which have occurred several times over the last few years, haven't had any effect on daily life, but they also haven't gone unnoticed by science. Tuesday, Aug. 5 is the next date when Earth's rotation is expected to speed up, shortening the day by between 1.25 and 1.51 milliseconds. According to Time and Date, the current prediction is set by the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service and

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In trial, people lost twice as much weight by ditching ultraprocessed food

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-12-11 14:20:30

In a small randomized controlled trial, people lost twice as much weight when their diet was limited to minimally processed food compared to when they switched to a diet that included ultraprocessed versions of foods but was otherwise nutritionally matched. The trial, published in Nature Medicine by researchers at University College London, adds to a growing body of evidence that food processing, in addition to simple nutrition content, influences our weight and health. Ultraprocessed foods hav

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Snap shares plummet 15% after weak second-quarter revenue metric

cnbc.com Jonathan Vanian 2025-12-11 23:53:42

Evan Spiegel, CEO of Snap Inc., attends the annual Allen and Co. Sun Valley Media and Technology Conference at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho, on July 9, 2025. Snap shares tanked more than 15% Tuesday when it reported second-quarter earnings in which global average revenue per user missed expectations. Here is how the company did compared with Wall Street's expectations: Earnings per share: Loss of 16 cents. That figure is not comparable to analysts' estimates. Loss of 16 cents.

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The best iPad deals you can get in August

theverge.com Brandon Russell 2025-12-11 23:08:37

If you know where to look, it’s surprisingly easy to save on an iPad — even outside of major sales events like Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday. Here’s an insider tip: skip the Apple Store, where discounts are almost nonexistent. Instead, your best bet is to check third-party retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, which frequently offer deals on everything from the entry-level iPad to the powerhouse iPad Pro, making it possible to snag a bargain any time of the year. Apple’s tablet line

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Snap shares plummet 15% after weak second quarter revenue metric

cnbc.com Jonathan Vanian 2025-12-12 04:58:09

Evan Spiegel, CEO of Snap Inc., attends the annual Allen and Co. Sun Valley Media and Technology Conference at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho, on July 9, 2025. Snap shares tanked 15% Tuesday when it reported second-quarter earnings in which global average revenue per user missed expectations. Here is how the company did compared with Wall Street's expectations: Earnings per share: Loss of 16 cents. That figure is not comparable to analysts' estimates. Loss of 16 cents. That figur

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AMD reports weaker-than-expected earnings even as revenue tops estimates

cnbc.com Kif Leswing 2025-12-12 04:58:24

Lisa Su, CEO of Advanced Micro Devices, and Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, testifiy during the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee hearing titled "Winning the AI Race: Strengthening U.S. Capabilities in Computing and Innovation," in Hart building on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Advanced Micro Devices reported quarter earnings on Tuesday that missed estimates. The stock slid about 4% in extended trading. Here's how the chipmaker did versus LSEG expectations for the quarter ended June:

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Google’s Smart Home Ecosystem Is Crumbling

gizmodo.com James Pero 2025-12-13 04:54:22

When I started using a Google smart speaker six years ago, I was all in. Voice assistants have never been perfect—in fact, they always kind of sucked—but I found (having also used Alexa and Siri) that Google Assistant sucked just a little bit less than the competition. And the fact that it was actually linked to Google search for real web queries made it even better. Flash forward to now, and everything I just wrote couldn’t be further from the truth. Things are arguably worse for the Google As

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Your Samsung TV is getting a huge Bixby upgrade - 3 AI features rolling out today

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-12-13 09:55:00

Samsung ZDNET's key takeaways Samsung is rolling out a redesigned version of Bixby on smart TVs. The new Bixby will have upgraded conversational abilities. You'll also be able to control smart home devices. If you have a Samsung television, you're about to get a big upgrade to your TV's built-in Bixby assistant. In an announcement today, Samsung detailed a redesigned Bixby that brings a host of new features, including the ability to look up information, utilize Circle to Search, and even c

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Only 2 days left to save $675 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-12-13 09:00:00

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 marks 20 years of driving the startup world forward — and you’ve got just two days left to join the movement and save up to $675 on your ticket. From October 27–29, Moscone West becomes the home base for over 10,000 movers and makers in the tech world. Join us in San Francisco as we celebrate two decades of startup breakthroughs, VC connections, and industry-shifting ideas. The deadline to lock in savings is August 6 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Don’t wait — register now to save b

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‘Alien: Earth’ Is Better Than We Ever Dreamed Possible

gizmodo.com Germain Lussier 2025-12-13 14:00:23

When the idea was first floated of bringing the iconic Alien franchise to TV, many were skeptical. Films such as Ridley Scott’s 1979 original and James Cameron’s 1986 sequel are all-time classics. Follow-ups, like David Fincher’s 1992 film and Scott’s 2012 return, were also noteworthy for their own reasons. Alien just felt like a franchise that had been very well-explored already and could only be damaged in translation to a different medium. Well, I am elated to report that any skeptics, mysel

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Sonos is raising prices this year to make up for tariff expenses

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The 12 Most Effective Cardio Workouts

Your Samsung TV is getting a huge feature upgrade - 3 AI tools launching right now

What It’s Like To Work at a Startup: Insights From Startup Professionals

This USB-C accessory gave my Android and iPhone an ingenious emergency tool

Russia’s Colossal Earthquake May Have Ignited Multiple Volcanoes

Sonos’ smart assistant is expanding from music to home control

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Final call: TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket savings end tonight

Earth Is Spinning Weirdly Faster, Making Tuesday One of the Shortest Days Ever

Earth Is Spinning Weirdly Faster, Making Today One of the Shortest Days Ever

In trial, people lost twice as much weight by ditching ultraprocessed food

Snap shares plummet 15% after weak second-quarter revenue metric

The best iPad deals you can get in August

Snap shares plummet 15% after weak second quarter revenue metric

AMD reports weaker-than-expected earnings even as revenue tops estimates

Google’s Smart Home Ecosystem Is Crumbling

Your Samsung TV is getting a huge Bixby upgrade - 3 AI features rolling out today

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