Amazon has reduced the ASUS ProArt PA278QV to $169, marking a 26% discount from its usual $229 price and the lowest price this year. The monitor features a 27-inch IPS display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, factory calibration, and extensive color coverage, making it suitable for professional creative work. It also includes versatile connectivity options and ergonomic adjustments, with positive reviews supporting its value at this price point.
The SinLoon external power button, now available for $11.19 during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, allows users to turn their PC on or off remotely using mechanical keyboard-style keys. The device connects via a two-meter header cable to the front panel of a PC, with additional connectors for LEDs and reset functions, and features RGB lighting on the keys for visual appeal.
The Sonos Arc Ultra, a premium Dolby Atmos soundbar, is now available for $899 on Amazon, down from its usual $1,099. It features advanced sound technology aimed at creating an immersive home theater experience with enhanced bass and surround effects. The device can be integrated into larger Sonos systems for expanded audio setup, and has received positive reviews from buyers.
Pseudonymous investigator ZachXBT disclosed on X that he spent $349,700 of his own money over several months, starting March 6, 2025, to infiltrate a Chinese laundering syndicate tied to North Korea's Lazarus Group. Posing as a client under a Telegram contact named 'Jimmy Green,' he obtained addresses tracing over $12 million from the February 2025 Bybit hack, leading Tether to freeze 442,000 USDT linked to the funds.
During Prime Day, Amazon reduced the Google Pixel 11 to $749, marking the lowest price since its launch in August 2026. The deal provides a $150 discount from the original $899 retail price, making it an attractive option for shoppers interested in Google's latest flagship phone. The Pixel 11 features a refined design, upgraded Tensor chip, enhanced AI capabilities, and improved battery life, with positive reviews supporting its value at this price point.
A developing storm in the Gulf of Mexico has a high probability of intensifying into a hurricane within the next two days, according to weather models. Forecasters indicate it is likely to make landfall along the U.S. coast.
The NBA announced it will trial a Wilson-made smart basketball containing a Bluetooth sensor during select preseason exhibition games, collecting data intended for potential future use in officiating. Officials in some games will also wear wrist devices to communicate with the replay center for reviews, scoring changes and clock issues, after the wearables were piloted successfully during summer league.
The second-generation Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones are currently discounted by 22%, reducing their price to $429 at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. The new model features enhanced active noise cancellation and software updates powered by the upgraded H2 chip, bringing additional features like live translation and adaptive audio. The discount is available across multiple stores, not just during Prime Day sales.
A developer shares that while creating software with AI-assisted tools provides immediate satisfaction, the enjoyment diminishes when revisiting and refining that code. The thrill of building quickly with vibecoding contrasts with the less engaging process of refactoring existing AI-generated code.
A comparison outlines key differences between Apple's upcoming iPhone Duo foldable, shipping October 23, and Motorola's Razr Ultra, already on the market. The Duo opens into a passport-style 7.6-inch iPad-like display and uses Apple's A20 Pro chip, while the Razr Ultra opens into a standard 7-inch candybar layout and runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with 16GB of RAM. Both devices use dual rear cameras, with Apple rated at 48 megapixels and Motorola at 50, while Motorola's front camera outpaces the Duo's at 50 megapixels versus 12.
The Asus ATS Radeon RX 9070 GRE GPU is now available at Amazon for $529, a price below its original $549 MSRP. Over the past month, its price has fluctuated between $529.99 and $589.99, with the current deal representing a significant discount. The card features 12GB of GDDR6 memory, AMD’s RDNA 4 architecture, and offers solid performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming.
Bluesky has submitted an application to ICANN for the new .bsky domain suffix, which could allow users to create shorter, more personal web addresses. The approval process is expected to take 18 to 24 months, and the company has indicated it will not sell or monetize these domains, emphasizing their role in supporting an open web. If successful, users might transform their social handles into streamlined web addresses and expand their online profiles.
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