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iFi Launches UP Play and Max Dongles to Bypass iPhone Bluetooth Limitations
tech15 days ago

iFi Launches UP Play and Max Dongles to Bypass iPhone Bluetooth Limitations

iFi Audio has released the UP Play and UP Play Max, two compact USB-C Bluetooth transmitters designed to overcome the limited codec support of iPhones. While Apple devices natively support only SBC and AAC, these dongles add support for higher-resolution standards like LDAC and aptX Lossless. The UP Play Max, priced at $89, enables CD-quality audio streaming, while the $59 UP Play focuses on LDAC. Both devices feature iFi’s K2HD processing technology, a built-in microphone with noise suppression, and low-latency modes for gaming. They are compatible with any USB-C device, including iPhones, Android phones, and PCs, and are available for purchase now.

via Gear Patrol|
#accessories#apple#audio
New App Detects Nearby Meta Glasses, But Won’t Confirm Filming
technology19 days ago

New App Detects Nearby Meta Glasses, But Won’t Confirm Filming

Polish developer Pawel Szydlowski’s ZuckOff is a free Bluetooth-detection app that fingerprints signals from Meta smart glasses (Ray‑Ban Meta, Oakley Meta, Snap Spectacles) to alert you if one is nearby. It only provides rough proximity and cannot tell whether the glasses are recording or who’s wearing them. The basic scan is free; a Pro version adds continuous monitoring and history. Meta is rolling out camera‑tamper updates, while privacy concerns persist as millions of Meta glasses circulate.

via wired.me|
#bluetooth#metaglasses#privacy
Fujifilm's Instax Pal 2 Redefines Pocket Photography With Premium Design
technology25 days ago

Fujifilm's Instax Pal 2 Redefines Pocket Photography With Premium Design

Fujifilm announced the Instax Pal 2, a palm-sized camera that keeps portability while adding a premium design, a top-mounted monitor, viewfinder, new control dial, four shooting formats, 30 effects, instax Animation mode, fast image transfer to the companion app, a 10MP sensor, and 100-image internal storage (expandable via microSD); it launches October 9, 2026 in Japan, with a broader rollout alongside the Instax Link Wide Printer 2 and related accessories.

via Fuji Rumors|
#bluetooth#cameras#instax-animation
Zuckoff app warns you if you’re near Meta’s recording glasses
technology28 days ago

Zuckoff app warns you if you’re near Meta’s recording glasses

A new iOS app called Zuckoff scans Bluetooth signals from Meta’s Ray‑Ban Display AI smart glasses to estimate proximity and alert users if someone nearby is recording, a feature that has drawn privacy critique and regulatory interest. The app has about 5,000 users, with a Pro version offering notifications even when not open. Meta faces ongoing backlash over the devices, including bans at venues and public calls for clearer privacy protections.

via New York Post|
#bluetooth#meta#privacy
Ikea upsizes its budget Bluetooth speaker with an added optical input
tech29 days ago

Ikea upsizes its budget Bluetooth speaker with an added optical input

Ikea’s Badkruka wireless Bluetooth speaker is now available in the US for $59.99. Nearly seven inches tall and lacking a built-in battery, it isn’t pocketable but can be powered from a wall outlet. It supports Bluetooth, can wirelessly link with other Badkrukas for multi-speaker setup or stereo pairing, and includes three EQ modes and Spotify Tap. For wired use, it can connect to a TV, home theater, or PC via the included TOSLINK optical cable (optical input). Available in black or a pink/wood-textured finish.

via The Verge|
#badkruka#bluetooth#ikea
Polish developer launches iPhone app to spot nearby Meta smart glasses
technology29 days ago

Polish developer launches iPhone app to spot nearby Meta smart glasses

Polish software developer Paweł Szydłowski created Zuckoff, an iPhone app that detects nearby Meta smart glasses by fingerprinting their Bluetooth signals and estimating distance, with a paid background mode for alerts; the project, which has about 5,000 users since its App Store release, underscores ongoing privacy concerns about wearable cameras and has drawn interest from EU regulators.

via TVP World|
#bluetooth#poland#privacy
Privacy-First App Detects Nearby Recording Smart Glasses
technology29 days ago

Privacy-First App Detects Nearby Recording Smart Glasses

Polish developer Pawel Szydlowski released Zuckoff, an iPhone app that detects nearby smart glasses by reading Bluetooth fingerprints and matching UUID/manufacturer data to identify devices and estimate distance; a Pro version can push alerts even when the app isn’t open. The release comes amid privacy debates surrounding Meta’s smart glasses, with regulators showing interest and calls for clearer warnings akin to Bluetooth trackers.

via Business Insider|
#bluetooth#meta#privacy
Five Quick Fixes for Common AirPods Woes
technology1 month ago

Five Quick Fixes for Common AirPods Woes

This piece outlines five common AirPods problems—charging issues, pairing failures, random disconnects, a malfunctioning single earbud, and a muffled microphone—and offers practical fixes from cleaning contacts and ports and updating devices, to toggling features like Automatic Ear Detection, resetting, and, if needed, factory reset or service/replacement.

via bgr.com|
#airpods#apple#bluetooth
Turn Your Tablet Into a Portable Workspace With 9 Bluetooth Keyboards
technology1 month ago

Turn Your Tablet Into a Portable Workspace With 9 Bluetooth Keyboards

Nine Bluetooth keyboards are reviewed as tablet accessories to boost on-the-go productivity, highlighting options from slim multi-device keys (Logitech K585, K480) to foldables (iClever BK08, ProtoArc XK04/XK01) and a case-keyboard hybrid (ESR Rebound 360). Notable strengths include long battery life (Pebble Keys 2 K380s up to 36 months; K480 up to 2 years), built-in tablet stands, and bundled value (K250 with mouse). Tradeoffs involve weight, backlight presence, key feel, and whether a trackpad is built-in. Prices span about $28–$105, selected using Amazon 4.3+ star ratings plus independent reviews.

via bgr.com|
#accessories#bluetooth#keyboards
PS5 Safety Guideline: Keep Eight Inches Between You and the Console
technology2 months ago

PS5 Safety Guideline: Keep Eight Inches Between You and the Console

The PS5 safety guide recommends staying at least eight inches (about 0.2 meters) from the console while it’s on to meet FCC and ISED radio‑frequency exposure limits, focusing on the radiator and cooling fan. The 0.2-meter SAR threshold applies to 2.4 GHz Bluetooth energy, and Sony notes that DualSense controllers emit very low RF energy and are considered safe. You can hug the PS5 when it’s off.

via bgr.com|
#bluetooth#ps5#radio-frequency
Millions at risk from Bluetooth flaw in aftermarket KARR security devices
technology2 months ago

Millions at risk from Bluetooth flaw in aftermarket KARR security devices

UC San Diego researchers found a Bluetooth vulnerability in dealer-installed KARR and SWDS security hardware affecting about 2.2 million vehicles. An attacker within five yards could unlock doors, disable alarms, or prevent starting, though the flaw does not let the engine start. A firmware update released July 20, 2026 can fix the issue via the official KARR Security app; owners should inspect for KARR/SWDS devices or stickers, review dealership paperwork, verify VINs with dealers, and seek professional removal if the device was installed but not activated or if removal is desired.

via Fox News|
#automotive-security#bluetooth#firmware-update
Galaxy SmartTag 3 to sport squircle design but no built-in lanyard hole
technology2 months ago

Galaxy SmartTag 3 to sport squircle design but no built-in lanyard hole

Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag 3 reportedly adopts a squircle shape (matching One UI icons and the Galaxy Watch 9), adds a central button, but omits a built-in lanyard hole. It’s expected to include Bluetooth and UWB, IP-rated dust/water resistance, and Samsung Find integration, with button presses locating a connected phone and double-press automations via Modes & Routines. A Bluetooth 6.0 upgrade and longer battery life are possible, with a launch possibly before year-end alongside the Galaxy S26 FE and Tab S12 series.

via SamMobile|
#bluetooth#design#galaxy-smarttag-3
BP on Your Apple Watch: How to Pair a Bluetooth Cuff
technology2 months ago

BP on Your Apple Watch: How to Pair a Bluetooth Cuff

The Apple Watch can’t measure blood pressure on its own, but it can consolidate readings from third‑party Bluetooth cuffs (such as Omron Evolv, Withings, and iHealth) in the Health app, letting you track BP between doctor visits. These wireless monitors use an arm cuff with a dedicated app and sync to your iPhone/Apple Watch via Bluetooth. The article also notes using the Watch to monitor exercise and heart rate for overall heart health, but it does not replace professional medical advice or visits.

via CNET|
#apple-watch#blood-pressure#bluetooth