A 2K video doorbell for $59.99 is a simple home upgrade that pays off fast

A 2K video doorbell for $59.99 is a simple home upgrade that pays off fast

A video doorbell is one of those upgrades you stop thinking about after you install it, and that’s the point. You get a clearer view of who’s at the door, better awareness when packages arrive, and fewer “did someone just knock?” moments. The Arlo Smart Wi-Fi Video Doorbell (2nd Generation) is $59.99, saving you $70 […] The post A 2K video doorbell for $59.99 is a simple home upgrade that pays off fast appeared first on Digital Trends .

One appliance, two seasons: Dyson’s Hot+Cool tower is $200 off right now

One appliance, two seasons: Dyson’s Hot+Cool tower is $200 off right now

A lot of home gear gets bought for one moment, then shoved in a closet for nine months. A heater that also works as a fan avoids that problem. The Dyson Hot+Cool AM09 tower is down to $299.99, saving you $200 off the $499.99 compared value. If you’ve been thinking about a cleaner, less cluttered […] The post One appliance, two seasons: Dyson’s Hot+Cool tower is $200 off right now appeared first on Digital Trends .

Apple reaches 2.5 billion active devices after record-breaking quarter

Apple reaches 2.5 billion active devices after record-breaking quarter

The active install base of Apple users has increased by 150 million users since 2025 and has reached over 2.5 billion active users as of January 2026. iPhone 17 Pro Max is in high demand Apple's first-quarter earnings are record-breaking and surpassed estimates with $143.8 billion in revenue. During the call, Apple shared that its install base reached over 2.5 billion active users, the first update to the number since 2.35 billion was shared in January 2025. The increase was helped by demand for the iPhone 16 through 2025 and a strong iPhone 17 launch. It seems every new product did well in the past quarter. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

'Encrypt it already' campaign challenges big tech to keep your data secure

'Encrypt it already' campaign challenges big tech to keep your data secure

The Electronic Frontier Foundation has launched a new advocacy initiative directly targeting Apple, Google, and other tech giants to demand broader adoption of data encryption and more transparent privacy controls. Encrypt it Already The campaign is known as "Encrypt it Already," and addresses what the EFF sees as ongoing problems with the way companies like Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon handle data encryption. It hopes to spur changes by calling out companies directly, but also by providing users with resources to help them voice their concerns. According to EncryptItAlready.org, "End-to-end encryption protects the privacy of your data, puts control over how the data gets used into your hands, and is the best way we have to ensure private conversations remain private," Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

iPhone 17 Pro array will be used in a new offside camera system

iPhone 17 Pro array will be used in a new offside camera system

The Maracana Stadium will use iPhone 17 Pro units as part of a semi-automated system for offside calls, with the devices set to record each football play in 4K at 100fps. The iPhone 17 Pro will be used as part of a new camera system, meant to record soccer matches in Brazil. Time and time again, the iPhone has proven itself to be a great option for recording sporting events. Major League Soccer is recording matches on the iPhone 17 Pro alongside traditional cameras . Now, Apple's smartphone is set to be used for matches in the Brazilian Championship (Brasileirao). The Brazilian Football Confederation, or CBF, has announced that Maracana Stadium will make use of a new iPhone-powered camera system for the 2026 season. The new camera system consists of 28 iPhone 17 Pro units, each with an internet connection, mounted across 12 rigs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Sandisk reports Q2 revenue up 61% YoY to $3.03B, vs. $2.69B est., and net income up 672% to $803M, as AI drives demand upward; SNDK jumps 11%+ after hours (Elias Schisgall/Wall Street Journal)

Sandisk reports Q2 revenue up 61% YoY to $3.03B, vs. $2.69B est., and net income up 672% to $803M, as AI drives demand upward; SNDK jumps 11%+ after hours (Elias Schisgall/Wall Street Journal)

Elias Schisgall / Wall Street Journal : Sandisk reports Q2 revenue up 61% YoY to $3.03B, vs. $2.69B est., and net income up 672% to $803M, as AI drives demand upward; SNDK jumps 11%+ after hours —  Data storage technology company posts second-quarter profit of $803 million, up from $104 million a year earlier