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Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days Close Tonight With Record Discounts on Flagship Tech
technology2 days ago

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days Close Tonight With Record Discounts on Flagship Tech

Amazon’s second annual Prime Big Deal Days conclude at midnight on October 7, 2026, offering final opportunities to purchase discounted technology. WIRED highlights 28 top deals, including the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra at $980 and the Apple MacBook Air M5 at $1,099. The event features significant markdowns on audio, laptops, and smart home devices, with many items reaching their lowest prices since launch. While the sale is exclusive to Prime members, some discounts are available across multiple retailers.

FCC Filings Expose LG's Apple-Backed Smart Home Hardware: Thermostat, Lock, and Sensor
technology3 days ago

FCC Filings Expose LG's Apple-Backed Smart Home Hardware: Thermostat, Lock, and Sensor

FCC documents reveal the designs of three LG-branded smart home devices developed with Apple, including a thermostat, temperature sensor, and deadbolt lock. These products support Thread and Matter protocols and will integrate with Apple's upcoming home hub, which is expected to launch on October 13, 2026. While Apple is shaping the engineering and features, LG will handle manufacturing, sales, and support under its own brand.

Leaked Renders Detail LG’s Upcoming Apple-Integrated Smart Home Lineup
technology3 days ago

Leaked Renders Detail LG’s Upcoming Apple-Integrated Smart Home Lineup

Leaked images reveal the design of three LG-branded smart home devices co-developed with Apple, including a rotating-keypad deadbolt, a circular thermostat, and a magnetic temperature sensor. These gadgets, which support Thread and Matter, are part of a broader 'second-party' partnership and are expected to launch months after Apple’s October 13 event, which will feature a new smart home hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K.

Leaked Renders Reveal LG-Branded Smart Home Hardware for Apple's October 13 Launch
tech3 days ago

Leaked Renders Reveal LG-Branded Smart Home Hardware for Apple's October 13 Launch

Leaked renders from X user 'pdfu' reveal the design of three LG-branded smart home devices set to integrate with Apple's upcoming smart home hub. The lineup includes a smart deadbolt lock with a rotating keypad, a circular thermostat with a 'Far Sight Display,' and a temperature sensor. These devices, which carry LG branding but work within Apple's HomeKit ecosystem, are expected to launch months after Apple's October 13 event, which will debut the hub, a new Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed HomePod mini.

Leaked Images Confirm Apple-LG Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Sensor Ahead of October 13 Event
technology3 days ago

Leaked Images Confirm Apple-LG Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Sensor Ahead of October 13 Event

Leaked images reveal the design of Apple-co-developed LG smart home accessories, including a smart lock, thermostat, and temperature sensor. These devices, which will carry LG branding but integrate with Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem, are part of a broader smart home launch expected at Apple’s October 13 event. While the hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K are set for immediate release, the LG-branded accessories may not ship until later, according to Mark Gurman.

Post-Prime Day Tech Deals Persist as RAM Crisis Drives Price Volatility
technology3 days ago

Post-Prime Day Tech Deals Persist as RAM Crisis Drives Price Volatility

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days officially ended on Oct. 7, 2026, but significant discounts on tech remain available through Oct. 8. Key deals include the M5 MacBook Air at $1,099, AirPods 4 at $79, and a 65-inch Hisense TV at $579.99. These markdowns are notable given recent price hikes driven by a global RAM shortage.

Apple and LG to co-develop smart home devices for October 13 launch
technology3 days ago

Apple and LG to co-develop smart home devices for October 13 launch

Apple is partnering with LG to produce a new line of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, smart lock, and thermostat, which will integrate with Apple's upcoming smart home hub. The devices will carry LG branding but support Apple's HomeKit ecosystem and Thread/Matter protocols. Apple is expected to unveil its new smart home hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K at an event on October 13, 2026. The LG-branded devices are expected to launch months after the hub debut. Apple is also planning a second product launch in late October, potentially featuring new Macs.

LG to Build Smart Home Gear for Apple's Ecosystem
technology3 days ago

LG to Build Smart Home Gear for Apple's Ecosystem

Apple is partnering with LG Electronics to produce a suite of smart home accessories, including a video doorbell, smart lock, and cameras. These devices will carry LG branding but integrate with Apple's upcoming home hub and HomeKit ecosystem. The collaboration allows Apple to expand its hardware lineup without manufacturing the products itself, while LG enters the smart home market more aggressively.

Amazon Disables Voice Control for Echo AUX Inputs on Older Models
technology4 days ago

Amazon Disables Voice Control for Echo AUX Inputs on Older Models

Amazon has disabled voice commands for controlling the AUX input on several older Echo smart speakers, affecting models released between 2018 and 2020. While the physical 3.5mm ports remain functional, users can no longer use phrases like 'Alexa, play from line in' to switch audio sources. The company cited no specific reason for the change but noted that few users relied on this feature, suggesting a shift toward Bluetooth connectivity and its new AI-driven Alexa+ service.

Samsung Tech Hits Record Lows as Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Conclude
technology4 days ago

Samsung Tech Hits Record Lows as Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Conclude

Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days, running October 6-7, 2026, concluded with significant discounts on Samsung hardware. Smartphones saw cuts up to $420, while TVs and gaming monitors dropped by as much as $900 and 50%, respectively. These sales marked the first major holiday shopping event of the year, offering record-low prices on flagship devices.