How to cancel or pause your YouTube TV subscription

Posted on 31/10/2025 by

While YouTube TV is Engadget's pick for the best live TV streaming service, it isn't for everyone, especially right now. Google and Disney's ongoing carriage dispute means subscribers don't have access to channels like ABC and ESPN, and recent price hikes means paying for YouTube TV now costs a minimum of $83 a month.

Whether you've switched to another service to hold on to your favorite channels or just want to save some money, there's ample reasons to cancel or pause your subscription right now. Here's what you should know about cancelling or pausing your YouTube TV subscription.

How to cancel your subscription on mobile and web

The process for canceling your YouTube TV subscription is the same whether you're doing it inside the YouTube TV app or from a web or mobile browser, provided you're paying Google directly for access.

Open the YouTube TV website or app.
Tap or click on your profile photo.
Select Settings (represented by the gear icon).
Then, select Membership.
Select Manage.
Then select Cancel membership, and then Cancel to confirm your cancellation.

Your subscription is now cancelled and you'll be able to enjoy access to live TV until the end of your current payment period. Any shows or movies you've recorded will be saved in your account for 21 days, after which they'll be deleted. In a support article, Google says it'll also save your preferences in case you want to resubscribe and start recording content again. The company "may store limited info (such as your home zip code)" for fraud prevention purposes, as well.

If you got your YouTube TV subscription through your mobile carrier or internet provider, the process will vary, but in that case, you'll have to cancel through them rather than Google.

How to pause your subscription on mobile and web

If you'd prefer to just take a break from paying for YouTube TV, you can also pause your subscription for anywhere from four weeks to six months.

Open the YouTube TV website or app.
Tap or click on your profile photo.
Select Settings (represented by the gear icon).
Then, select Membership.
Select Manage.
Use the on-screen slider to choose how long you want to pause payments for.
Select Pause.

Once you've paused your subscription, you'll be able to access YouTube TV until the end of your current billing period, after which you'll lose access and won't be charged until the pause is over. Once your chosen amount of time has passed, your subscription will renew automatically. At any point during your pause you can resume using YouTube TV again, provided you're willing to pay. While there's no way to extend a pause, you do have the option to pause again once your billing restarts.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/how-to-cancel-or-pause-your-youtube-tv-subscription-192023656.html?src=rss

Heatherwick Studio Breaks Ground on Seoul’s Soundscape: Transforming Forgotten Island Into Musical Oasis

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Srishti Mitra

From forgotten wasteland to cultural destination, Nodeul Island on Seoul’s Han River is undergoing a remarkable transformation under the vision of renowned British architect Thomas Heatherwick. After winning a highly competitive global design contest, Heatherwick Studio officially broke ground on its ambitious “Soundscape” project in October 2025, marking a new chapter for both the studio and South Korea’s cultural landscape.

Designer: Heatherwick Studio

From Waste Storage to Wonder

Nodeul Island’s story begins in 1917 when it was first constructed by the Japanese colonial administration. For decades, this artificial island served as little more than a waste storage facility, earning it the reputation as Seoul’s “forgotten island”. Fenced off from the public and left to decay, few could have imagined its potential as a vibrant cultural hub.

That changed when the Seoul Metropolitan Government launched an international competition to reimagine the space. Following a year-long process involving exhibitions, consultations, and public voting, Heatherwick Studio’s “Soundscape” emerged victorious in May 2024.

A Design Inspired by Sound and Mountains

The winning design draws inspiration from two distinctly Seoul elements: the city’s mountainous terrain and the visual patterns created by soundwaves. This dual inspiration manifests as a landscape that literally bends and folds like sound itself, creating what Thomas Heatherwick describes as “a trail of dramatic spaces on different levels that can host musical performances and artistic interventions”.

The centerpiece of the design features floating islets held in the air, providing elevated rest points with panoramic views across the island and back to Seoul’s skyline. These structures will be connected by a 1.2-kilometer skywalk, allowing visitors to experience what Heatherwick calls “drama and harmonies in the sky”.

A Cultural Destination for the Digital Age

Soundscape addresses what Heatherwick sees as a growing problem in our “hyper-digital age” – the increasing sense of loneliness and isolation. His solution is decidedly physical: a space dedicated to bringing people together through music and nature. The island will house an impressive array of cultural facilities, including recording studios, small concert halls, a waterfront amphitheater, and a K-pop experience center .

More unique offerings include an anechoic chamber for acoustic experimentation, a music café, and even a karaoke bar, ensuring the island caters to every musical taste and experience level. Beyond entertainment, the project emphasizes ecological restoration. The design incorporates native flora and fauna, with naturalistic plantings strengthening the riverbanks. This biodiverse landscape serves as both an environmental restoration and a sensory experience.

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DJI’s Neo 2 selfie drone has LiDAR for obstacle avoidance

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Lawrence Bonk

DJI just announced the Neo 2 selfie drone, a follow-up to last year's original. This upgraded model includes a whole lot of new features. Just make sure to set DJI's website to Hong Kong/China to see images and specs.

Perhaps the biggest upgrade here is the inclusion of LiDAR sensors for obstacle avoidance. The LiDAR is paired with downward-looking infrared sensors so it should be much safer as the drone follows you during flight. It still has integrated guards to protect the propellers, but the new obstacle avoidance system adds some more peace of mind.

The drone also now allows for gesture controls, which is handy when filming quickly-moving selfie videos. Users can adjust position and distance by moving their hands around. It still supports motion controllers and DJI's RC-N3 remote controller.

The max speed has been increased to nearly 27MPH, which is much faster than the original's follow speed. DJI told The Verge that the drone is better at handling difficult weather conditions, as it can maintain a stable hover in winds up to around 24MPH.

The battery life is better, with a larger 1606mAh rechargeable battery that gets up to 19 minutes of use per charge. The original got around 14 to 17 minutes per charge. The camera now uses a dual-axis gimbal for improved stability, though has the same half-inch sensor of the original. However, the field of view has been widened and it can capture 4K footage at up to 60FPS. This goes up to 100FPS when the drone is being piloted manually.

The internal storage has been boosted all the way up to 49GB, from 22GB. All of these upgrades have made the drone slightly heavier than the original, at 151 grams compared to 135 grams. If the battery life and speed are better, then the added weight doesn't really matter in my eyes.

The bad news? The Neo 2 is currently only available in China. We called the original "the best $200 drone ever made" so we hope DJI goes for a wider release as soon as possible. The good news? The price should remain relatively similar, as it costs 1,499 Chinese Yuan. This translates to $211 in US dollars. However, we have no idea how or if tariffs will impact this pricing.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/djis-neo-2-selfie-drone-has-lidar-for-obstacle-avoidance-174700215.html?src=rss

Are you a YouTube TV subscriber looking for ESPN and ABC? Here are your options

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Liz Kocan

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If you're a YouTube TV subscriber, you may have noticed that ABC, ESPN and other Disney-owned channels have gone dark on the platform today. The Walt Disney Co. has pulled its channels from YouTube TV as of midnight on Oct. 30 after the two companies failed to reach new terms on their latest carriage agreement.

That means that until that negotiation is resolved, you won't be able to watch any programming from those stations. That includes all upcoming college football and NFL games broadcast on ESPN's suite of channels —including Monday Night Football — as well as all ABC programming like Abbott Elementary, Grey's Anatomy and Dancing with the Stars.

YouTube TV has stated that if Disney’s channels remain off the platform for an extended period, customers will receive a $20 monthly credit. That's all fine and good, but if you're looking to watch one of those upcoming games, you're likely looking for a solution as soon as Friday night. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to get those channels back. If you want a permanent switch from YouTube TV, there's Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV, or Fubo, where you can watch all of those channels. If you're looking for a workaround for this weekend (or for the long term) to watch ESPN, the Disney Channel, ABC and more, here's are the best options so you won't miss a moment of sports, news, or entertainment, all pulled from our list of best live TV streaming services to cut cable.

Grab an ESPN bundle so you won't miss a single game this weekend

Get Hulu + Live TV at a great price

Try Fubo free for a week and get $30 your first month

Try DirecTV free for 5 days, and get $30 off your first month

What about Sling "day passes"?

You may have heard that Sling offers day, weekend and week passes to its streaming programming for as little as $5 per day. That is an option if you're looking for just some of the ESPN channels (the Sling Orange tier), but ABC isn't included. You can get both with Sling's Orange and Blue package ($30 a month to start, $61 thereafter), but you'll need to add on the Sports Extra package for ESPNU, which requires an additional charge.

Get your local Disney/ABC programming for free

Need your local ABC programming? Your station may have its own free local streaming news channel (many do), you can see if The Roku Channel carries your local station's news, or download your local news station app if it's a Nexstar channel.

The other alternative — if you're within the broadcast radius of a local ABC affiliate — is to get an over-the-air antenna. You can plug in your ZIP code at antennaweb.org to see what channels are in your area. This off-brand unit has worked very well in our initial testing — it's under $30, and the channels are truly free.

What games are on ESPN/ABC this weekend?

If you're wondering what games you might miss as a result of the YouTubeTV/Disney blackout, here's a list of NCAAF games that will be broadcast this weekend on ABC or on one of ESPN's many channels, and don't forget about Monday Night Football on ESPN/ABC, too.

Friday, Oct. 31

Saturday, Nov. 1

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/are-you-a-youtube-tv-subscriber-looking-for-espn-and-abc-here-are-your-options-173330155.html?src=rss

This 3-in-1 Mouse Just Fixed Everything Wrong with Magic Mouse

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Aki Ukita

The computer mouse has barely evolved in decades. Sure, we’ve added more buttons, improved the sensor technology, made them wireless, and added haptic feedback, but the fundamental interaction remains stubbornly unchanged. The Melt Mouse arrives to challenge that stagnation with a radical proposition that transforms a single device into a mouse, a trackpad, and a customizable shortcut pad, all wrapped in a seamless aluminum body with clean lines and an uninterrupted surface.

What makes this device remarkable goes beyond its ability to multitask. The Melt Mouse represents a philosophical shift in how we think about input devices. Rather than cluttering your workspace with separate peripherals for different tasks, Melt Interface has created a unified tool that adapts to your workflow instead of forcing you to adapt to it.

Designer: Melt Interface

The design language clearly draws inspiration from Apple’s Magic Mouse aesthetic. That same smooth, button-free glass surface and minimalist aluminum construction creates an immediate visual connection. However, where Apple’s approach prioritizes form over function to sometimes frustrating results, the Melt Mouse appears to learn from those missteps.

The charging port sits in a practical location rather than underneath the device. The ergonomic profile offers more substantial palm support than the Magic Mouse’s notoriously flat design. This feels like taking Apple’s design philosophy and asking what happens when you actually prioritize the user experience alongside the visual appeal.

Where the Magic Mouse offers basic touch gestures, the Melt Mouse takes that concept considerably further. The entire top surface consists of a single curved plane of micro-textured glass that functions as a precision touchpad. The surface recognizes multi-finger gestures while maintaining the ergonomic advantage of a mouse form factor. For tasks requiring pixel-perfect precision in design work, it offers up to 6,000 DPI resolution.

Physical buttons have disappeared from the front, replaced by haptic feedback technology that provides tactile responses mimicking traditional scroll wheels and clicks. The system promises silent operation while maintaining sensory confirmation for each action. Users can customize the pressure sensitivity, adjusting from light taps to firm presses depending on preference. This button-free approach maintains the minimalist profile while potentially reducing mechanical failure points over time.

The device offers mode-switching through customizable gestures like double tapping or long pressing. These actions transform the mouse into a trackpad, number pad, or shortcut pad on demand. Twelve dots appear on the glass surface in numpad mode, providing visual reference points for number entry. Those same twelve positions become programmable shortcuts that can trigger macros or application-specific commands. The software allows different profiles for different applications, with the mouse adapting its shortcut layout accordingly.

The body gets machined from a single block of aluminum with an anodized finish that adds durability and refined tactile quality. The seamless construction eliminates gaps where dirt accumulates or mechanisms fail. Every surface transition flows smoothly into the next, creating an object that looks substantial on any desk setup. The shape follows the natural resting position of your hand, with curves that cradle your palm.

Customization extends beyond software to the physical design through the MagSole system. The bottom sole attaches magnetically and swaps effortlessly between five different colors. This allows users to match the mouse to their desk setup or simply change the look based on mood. The magnetic attachment system makes switching between colors a matter of seconds without tools or complicated mechanisms.

Wireless connectivity keeps desks free from cable clutter while maintaining the responsiveness required for professional creative work. Two physical buttons remain on the side of the device for functions that benefit from traditional tactile feedback. The combination of wireless freedom, sensor accuracy, and hybrid input methods creates a technical foundation designed to support rather than limit creative possibilities. Customizable software manages profiles, shortcuts, and sensitivity settings across different applications.

Melt Interface has created something that challenges assumptions about mouse design. The Melt Mouse demonstrates that minimalist aesthetics and multiple functions can coexist in a single device. By combining mouse, trackpad, and shortcut pad capabilities into one seamless package, they’ve proposed a new direction for interaction design that attempts to bridge physical and digital workflows through consolidated hardware.

The post This 3-in-1 Mouse Just Fixed Everything Wrong with Magic Mouse first appeared on Yanko Design.

This Looped Umbrella Stand Soaks Up Rain and Looks Like Art

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Ida Torres

There’s something quietly revolutionary happening in the world of everyday objects, and it starts with something as humble as where you put your umbrella. Arihant Israni and Anoushka Braganza have created InBetween, a piece that challenges our assumptions about what functional design can be. It’s not just a place to stash wet umbrellas. It’s a whole vibe.

Let’s be honest: most umbrella stands are afterthoughts. They’re plastic cylinders hiding in corners, collecting dust and forgotten receipts. But what if that neglected corner could hold something beautiful? What if the act of coming home on a rainy day could feel a little more intentional, a little more like a ritual worth noticing?

Designers: Arihant Israni and Anoushka Braganza

That’s where InBetween comes in. The design is built around flowing loops that curve and connect, creating this continuous rhythm that feels almost hypnotic. It’s sculptural in a way that makes you stop and look twice. The loops aren’t just aesthetic choices, they’re functional, too, each one cradling an umbrella while creating negative space that gives the whole piece a sense of movement. Even when it’s sitting still, it feels alive.

The designers say the form is inspired by the idea of transitions, those moments between leaving and arriving, between chaos and calm. And honestly? You can see it. There’s something about the way the curves flow into each other that captures that feeling of moving through your day, of pausing to shake off the rain before stepping into your space. It’s design that understands that our homes aren’t just backdrops. They’re where we reset, where we breathe.

Now let’s talk about the base, because this is where things get really interesting. It’s made from Diatomaceous Earth, which sounds incredibly science-y but is actually just fossilized algae. And here’s the genius part: it’s naturally porous and absorbent, which means it soaks up all that rainwater dripping off your umbrella without you having to do anything. No puddles, no mess, no gross waterlogged mats that smell like mildew after a week. The material is also antimicrobial, so it resists mold and odor naturally. It dries fast, stays clean, and if it ever needs refreshing, you just give it a light wipe or a gentle sanding. That’s it. In a world where everything seems to require constant maintenance and upkeep, there’s something deeply satisfying about a product that just works quietly in the background.

But beyond the practical magic, there’s a conceptual layer here that makes InBetween feel special. The base becomes this mediator between outside and inside, between the storm you just walked through and the calm you’re entering. It’s material intelligence meeting emotional design, and it works on both levels.

Visually, the stand fits into almost any space. The minimalist aesthetic and organic geometry mean it doesn’t scream for attention, but it definitely holds its own. Whether you’re living in a sleek modern apartment, a cozy studio, or something in between (pun intended), it adapts. The deep, muted burgundy tones in the images give it warmth without being loud. It’s the kind of piece that elevates a space just by existing in it.

What really gets me about InBetween is how it reframes something we barely think about. We’re so used to design being about big statements, about the couch or the coffee table or the art on the wall. But what about all the little moments? What about the act of setting down your umbrella when you get home, shaking off the rain, taking a breath before you move further into your day? InBetween turns that mundane gesture into something worth noticing. It’s a reminder that thoughtful design doesn’t have to be loud or expensive or complicated. Sometimes it’s just about paying attention to the details, about understanding that every object in our lives has the potential to be more than just functional.

In a culture obsessed with productivity and optimization, there’s something radical about slowing down enough to appreciate the poetry of an umbrella stand. InBetween proves that even the most ordinary objects can become opportunities for beauty, mindfulness, and a little bit of wonder. And honestly? We could all use more of that.

The post This Looped Umbrella Stand Soaks Up Rain and Looks Like Art first appeared on Yanko Design.

The IOC and Saudi Arabia call it quits on their Olympic esports partnership

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Will Shanklin

The esports partnership between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Saudi Arabia is no more. On Thursday, the IOC said that it and the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) have "mutually agreed" to part ways. The breakup comes weeks after Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and other investors bought EA for $55 billion.

The IOC and SOPC agreed on a 12-year esports partnership in 2024. At the time, the IOC was reportedly in talks with publishers of Rocket League, Street Fighter and League of Legends. The two sides discussed holding the Olympic Esports Games every two years. (The first games were initially scheduled for this year, but were pushed back to 2027.) Potential hosts for later installments were said to include South Korea and the US.

Instead, the two sides are now "committed to pursuing their own esports ambitions on separate paths," according to the IOC. The organization now plans to "spread the opportunities presented by the Olympic Esports Games more widely." It still wants the inaugural games to happen "as soon as possible."

The AP notes that the dissolution comes seven months into Kristy Coventry's IOC presidency. We don't know the details of how the deal came apart. However, the IOC wants to connect with younger fans through esports, but in a way that "Olympic values are respected." Saudi Arabia's Esports World Cup features MOBAs, shooters and fighting games.

If the IOC wants to project a squeaky-clean image while connecting with young gamers, it may have an uphill battle. (For the record, games don't lead to violence.)

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/the-ioc-and-saudi-arabia-call-it-quits-on-their-olympic-esports-partnership-163148341.html?src=rss

How to Fix Your Beautiful But Cluttered Desk

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Ida Torres

You know that feeling when you sit down at your desk and immediately feel overwhelmed? It’s not you. It’s your desk. More specifically, it’s the fact that modern desks have basically turned into minimalist slabs with zero storage solutions. Sure, they look sleek in furniture showrooms, but try working on one every day and you’ll quickly realize something crucial is missing.

Enter Tidy Desk and their Desk Dock System, a collection of add-on storage solutions that feel less like accessories and more like the missing pieces modern workspaces desperately need. The brand has essentially created what I’d call “remedial design” for the era of beautiful but impractical furniture. And honestly, it’s about time someone did.

Designer: Tidy Desk

The star of the show is the Invisible Laptop Dock, which does exactly what the name suggests. It hides your laptop under your desk while keeping it accessible and properly ventilated. Think about it: your laptop just sits there taking up premium real estate on your desk surface, surrounded by a tangle of charging cables and dongles. The Invisible Laptop Dock mounts underneath, giving you full access to all ports from both sides, so whether you’re using a single USB-C dock or plugging in multiple cables, everything stays organized and out of sight. What makes this particularly clever is that it doesn’t just hide your laptop. It actually improves your workflow. One customer put it perfectly when they said, “Finally got my laptop out of the way. Desk looks cleaner and somehow I just focus better now.” That connection between visual clutter and mental clarity isn’t just aesthetic preference. It’s psychology at work.

But Tidy Desk didn’t stop at laptops. They’ve expanded the Desk Dock System to include custom solutions for specific tech gear. The Focusrite 2i2 Dock is designed specifically for the popular audio interface, keeping it locked in place and accessible without eating up desk space. There’s also a Fast Connect LaCie Dock for external hard drives, featuring USB-C with 10 Gbps data transfer speeds and multiple ports. These aren’t generic cable management clips. They’re thoughtfully designed docks that treat each piece of equipment as if it deserves its own intentional home.

The whole system operates on a simple premise: why should we adapt to poorly designed furniture when we can just fix the problem? The rise of sit-stand desks and aesthetic-focused workspace design has given us gorgeous offices, but at the cost of practicality. Drawers disappeared. Cable management became an afterthought. And suddenly everyone was posting photos of their “clean desk setup” while their actual workspace looked like a rat’s nest of wires and adapters. What Tidy Desk understands is that minimalism isn’t about having less stuff. It’s about having the right systems to manage your stuff invisibly. Their tagline says it all: “Craft Your Perfect Workspace.” From cable management to laptop docks, the system aims to keep you focused, organized, and actually proud of your setup.

The products are surprisingly affordable too, with most items ranging from $35 to $37. That’s less than what many people spend on decorative desk accessories that don’t actually solve any problems. And the modular approach means you only buy what you need. Got a laptop and a Focusrite interface? Get those two docks. Just need cable management? Grab that piece. The system grows with your needs.

There’s something refreshing about design that acknowledges real-world messiness instead of pretending we all live in impossibly tidy showrooms. Another user review captures this perfectly: “Didn’t think hiding a few cables would do much, but damn it actually helps. Feels like my mind’s clearer when my desk is too.” Since we’re living at a time where we’re obsessed with standing desks, ergonomic chairs, and expensive monitors, it’s oddly satisfying to see someone focus on the unglamorous stuff that actually makes daily work better. Because at the end of the day, your desk should work for you, not against you.

The post How to Fix Your Beautiful But Cluttered Desk first appeared on Yanko Design.

Today’s best iPad deals include the standard iPad with the A16 chip for $299

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Valentina Palladino,Amy Skorheim,Jeff Dunn

Apple's most recent iPad release is the iPad Pro with the new M5 chip (we called it "perhaps the most impressive piece of hardware Apple sells" in our review). Despite being only weeks old, it already has a $50 discount on the base configuration, bringing it to $949. As for the other iPads, we're seeing a discount on the standard iPad with the A16 chip that drops it to $299. A handful of other Apple gear is on sale too, and we included those discounts below. There aren't nearly as many hot deals as there were for October Prime day — we're assuming most of the really steep discounts are being held in reserve for Black Friday — but until then, these are the best iPad deals we could find, along with other Apple discounts that are worth your time.

Best iPad deals

Apple iPad Pro (M5, 11-inch) for $949 ($50 off): Apple's newest iPad came out earlier this month and is already seeing a $50 discount. That makes the model with 256GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity $949 instead $999. Both the silver and black colorway are currently discounted. We gave the new iPad Pro an 85 in our review and called it more powerful and capable than ever. It has an amazing screen and the build is stunning. It's powerful enough to do just about anything a laptop can, but it's almost impossibly thin and portable. That said, it's probably overkill for most people, and the cost is almost prohibitively high. This discount makes it a little easier to take. Also at Best Buy and Walmart.

Apple iPad (A16, 256GB) for $399 ($50 off): This deal isn't an all-time low for the standard iPad model with 256GB of storage but it takes $50 off Apple's list price. Also at Best Buy.

Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M3, 1TB) for $949 ($150 off MSRP): The most recent iPad Air is a relatively minor update, as the only major addition is a more powerful M3 chip. However, we still recommend the Air over the base model in our iPad buying guide: Its display is laminated, more color-rich and better at fending off glare (though it's still 60Hz); its speakers are more robust; it works with Apple’s best accessories and its performance should hold up better in the years ahead. This deal is only for the maxed-out model with 1TB of storage, but it ties the lowest price we've seen all the same.

Best Apple deals

Apple Mac mini (M4) for $499 ($100 off): The newest version of Apple’s tiny desktop PC has a smaller overall footprint, a faster M4 chip, 16GB of RAM as standard (finally), two front-facing USB-C ports, an extra Thunderbolt 4 port and the ability to drive three external displays. It doesn't have any USB-A ports, however. We gave the M4 Pro model a review score of 90. This deal is for the entry-level version with a base M4 chip, 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD — we’ve seen it fall as low as $469 in the past, but this is still a decent savings. Also at Walmart.

Apple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off): The top-end option in Apple’s confusing stylus lineup, the Pencil Pro supports pressure sensitivity, wireless charging, tilt detection, haptic feedback and Apple’s double tap and squeeze gestures, among other perks. It’s a lovely tool for more intricate sketching and note-taking, but the catch is that it’s only compatible with the M4 iPad Pro, M2 and M3 iPad Air and most recent iPad mini. We've seen this deal fairly often over the course of the year, but it's a fine discount compared to buying from Apple directly. Also at Walmart.

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 512GB) for $999 ($200 off): Apple's latest MacBook Air is the top pick in our guide to the best laptops, and it earned a score of 92 in our review. It's not a major overhaul, but the design is still exceptionally thin, light and well-built, with long battery life and a top-notch keyboard and trackpad. Now it's a bit faster. (Though we'd still love more ports and a refresh rate higher than 60Hz.) This discount ties the all-time low for the model with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) for $389 ($10 off): The latest flagship Apple Watch only hit store shelves last month, but Amazon is already selling it for $10 off. It doesn't show up as a percentage off, but you'll see some models listed at $389 instead of Apple's $399 MSRP. If you're new to Apple's wearables or are ready to upgrade from a Series 9 or older, this is a good model to grab. If you're coming from a Series 10, however, there's not much need to upgrade as the only major change from last year's model is a slightly larger battery and a tougher screen.

Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) for $240 ($9 off): There's a similar stealth discount for the newest budget model, the Apple Watch SE 3, at Amazon. It normally goes for $249 — again, not a big discount, but better than nothing if you're looking to get onboard early. Apple gave this model some badly needed updates compared to its predecessor, including an always-on display, faster charging, better sensors and the same processor that you'll find in the new Apple Watch Series 11.

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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/todays-best-ipad-deals-include-the-standard-ipad-with-the-a16-chip-for-299-150020567.html?src=rss

Creative Labs is crowdfunding a modular Sound Blaster audio hub

Posted on 31/10/2025 by Andre Revilla

Creative Labs, the maker of Sound Blaster audio cards, has launched a Kickstarter for a modular audio hub called Sound Blaster Re:Imagine. The universal hub, which is reminiscent of Elgato's Stream Deck, is meant to allow routing from any input to any output with the press of a button. Users can connect their gaming consoles, PC and musical instruments to the Re:Imagine, as well as speakers, wired headsets and wireless headphones, transitioning seamlessly between them.

The system uses magnetic modules including a 3-inch smart screen, four-button pad, rotary knob and dual sliders that can all be rearranged on the base unit. The Horizon base with five slots is the default design for the Kickstarter project, with an expanded six-slot Vertex base listed as a stretch goal.

Re:Imagine sports an octa-core ARM processor with a small NPU, 8GB of RAM, 16GB of flash storage and is expandable thanks to a microSD card slot. The hub's audio prowess is powered by a high-resolution 32-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC), and it supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The hub runs on Linux and can be used in a standalone setup, or as a PC-tethered audio hub.

The Re:Imagine also comes with an AI DJ that can generate music, a built-in DOS emulator for retro gaming, one-tap audio recording and more. The modular hub is also developer-friendly, with an included SDK and sample source code that encourage users to build their own custom apps and then share them with the Creative Labs community.

The Kickstarter campaign will run through December and lists an estimated shipping date of July 2026.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/audio/creative-labs-is-crowdfunding-a-modular-sound-blaster-audio-hub-161957129.html?src=rss

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