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  1. NVIDIA RTX SparkImage: NVIDIA Chips $2,599 starting price $2,599: NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops go on sale worldwide WaitWait for independent reviews, unless you need local AI power now.
  2. Laptops20% more responsive 20%: Microsoft says Windows 11 is more responsive after 2026 updates Try itInstall the latest Windows updates and see if your PC feels smoother.
  3. AI$2 per 1M input tokens $2 per million tokens: Google launches Gemini 4 Argon Try itDevelopers: test it before the price change.
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$2,599: NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops go on sale worldwide

NVIDIA says RTX Spark laptops from seven makers are on sale today through maker websites and big stores, starting at $2,599.

Why it matters. The first Windows laptops with this chip can be bought now. Prices differ by country and setup.

In simple words. NVIDIA's new chip for Windows laptops is on sale today. Laptops from seven brands use it, and prices start at $2,599. NVIDIA says it is good for games, video work and AI.

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20%: Microsoft says Windows 11 is more responsive after 2026 updates

Microsoft measured Search, Start, File Explorer and more. It says PCs with 8GB of memory gain the most.

Why it matters. Older and budget PCs may feel quicker with no new hardware. The figure is Microsoft's own, and results vary by device.

In simple words. Microsoft says Windows 11 now reacts faster when you click and search. It uses memory more wisely, which helps most on computers with little memory. How much you notice depends on your computer.

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Worth a look if your PC feels slow.

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Face-off of the day · Robot vacuums

Narwal Freo Z10 TurboNarwal Freo Z10 Turbo$900Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 FlowRoborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow$850

Pick the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow for mopping and vacuuming.

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$2 per million tokens: Google launches Gemini 4 Argon

Google's new top model is in the API now, and in the Gemini app for Pro and Ultra subscribers. The $2 price rises to $4 after November 30.

Why it matters. Developers can try Google's newest model at an introductory price. Free users do not get it yet.

In simple words. Google released a new, smarter version of its Gemini AI. Developers can use it now, and people with paid Gemini plans get it in the app. Free users have to wait.

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Skip: paid plans only for now.

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Through the lens

Cameras and drones worth a look this week.

CamerasYashica opens Y16 pre-orders at $119 for a tiny retro camera$119 pre-order priceCameras$120: Fujifilm Instax Square 2 adds a warm and cool mood switch$120 Instax Square 2 priceDrones · Coming to more countriesDJI Dock 4 swaps drone batteries in 25 seconds, with Matrice 5TD25 sec automatic battery swapCamerasGoPro update gives Mission 1 cameras 100-photo bursts100+ 12MP burst photosDPReviewHigh camera prices aren’t proof that camera makers are greedyRead at the source ↗DroneXLZipline Turns 10: The Bouncy Castle Years Behind 3 Million DeliveriesRead at the source ↗
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$1,999: iPhone Duo pre-orders open today, with sales from Oct 23

Apple's first folding iPhone can be pre-ordered from 5 a.m. PT on October 16. It starts at $1,999 in the US and goes on sale October 23.

Why it matters. It is Apple's first foldable. Supply is expected to be tight, so early orders matter if you want one at launch.

In simple words. Apple's first phone that folds open like a book can be ordered from today. It costs $1,999 and goes on sale on October 23. It is expensive, so waiting for reviews is fine.

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Worth a look: it is Apple's first folding phone.

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Eufy Window Camera E10 costs $79.99 and sticks to the inside of a window

The plug-in 2.5K camera watches driveways from indoors, tilts down 25 degrees and finds people, cars and pets on the device. US shipping starts by mid-November.

Why it matters. You can watch the outside without drilling holes or going outdoors. AI alerts and recording have no monthly fee.

In simple words. Eufy made a small camera that sticks to the inside of a window and watches outside. It can tell people, cars and pets apart. It costs $79.99 and ships in about a month.

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Worth a look if you want to watch a driveway without outdoor wiring.

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In focus · Robot vacuums

Narwal Flow 2

$1,300

GoodHomes with mostly hard floors that want a top mop and a tidy dock.

Watch outThe price moves: the list price is $1,499, and the store showed $1,299 when we checked.

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$3,990: Vaonis opens Atlas telescope reservations, ships March 2027

Vaonis Atlas lets you swap optics modules, and a dual setup uses two cameras together. Presale pricing runs until November 15.

Why it matters. Smart telescopes pick targets and take photos for you. Atlas adds swappable modules so the system can grow.

In simple words. Vaonis made a telescope that finds stars and takes pictures by itself. You can swap parts on it. You can reserve one now, but it ships in 2027.

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Worth a look if stargazing is your hobby.

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Volvo plans hands-free point-to-point driving by 2030 with NVIDIA

Volvo and NVIDIA are expanding their partnership. Volvo wants a driving system for city streets, starting in a next-generation car.

Why it matters. A big carmaker is choosing a shared computer and software platform for driver assistance. The driver still has to supervise it for now.

In simple words. Volvo and NVIDIA will build a system that helps cars drive on city streets. Volvo says it should arrive by 2030. The driver still has to watch the road.

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Worth a look if you like cars: safety and trust are Volvo's focus here.

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Idea of the day

Korean team's nanoscale coating makes hydrogen cells work better and last longer

Scientists in Korea put a very thin layer inside a special power cell. It helps the cell make more electricity and last longer. It is still only in the lab, so it will take years to reach real products.

Lab stage today · Read how it works →

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