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BLUETTI has launched the Apex 200 portable power station, a compact device with 2.56kWh of storage and 3.2kW of continuous AC output, designed for backup power and RV use. The device is expandable and has built-in RV connections. It is available for pre-order at $1,099 until November 18. Electrek readers can get an extra 5% off with code ELECTREK5OFF.
Used electric vehicle sales are increasing due to high gas prices and a new car affordability crisis, with some models selling in as little as 29.8 days. The average transaction price for used EVs rose 9.8% last month, while ICE-powered vehicles saw a 0.3% increase. This trend is attributed to EVs appreciating in value faster than other drivetrains.
Apple is hosting a livestream at its Tower Theatre store in Los Angeles where singer-songwriter Labrinth will create a song from scratch using the new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display. The livestream will start at 8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ET and will be available on Labrinth's YouTube channel. The finished song will be released next week.
Apple has released a new Siri AI Developer Preview, which includes major features added to Safari in the 27.3 Developer beta. The preview suggests Apple is making progress on its AI development plan. The company is testing the updated architecture over the next few months.
Apple's Siri Recaps and Live Rewind features, introduced in iOS 27.3 beta, allow users to record and summarize conversations, but have been met with controversy and concerns about privacy. The features require an Apple Watch Ultra 4 or Apple Watch Series 12 and can be activated by double-pressing the Digital Crown. Users can set up Siri Recaps to listen constantly, but the feature makes 'weird decisions' about what to include and exclude in the summary.
Apple released Safari Technology Preview 256 with bug fixes and performance improvements. The update includes fixes and updates for various features. The new version is compatible with macOS Tahoe and macOS Golden Gate.
Apple has released a new feature called Retention Messaging, allowing developers to offer personalized messages and discounts to users as they attempt to cancel their subscriptions. The feature is available in App Store Connect and allows developers to configure messages with text, images, or special offers. The feature is an update to Apple's previous Win-Back Offers, which allowed developers to offer discounts after a subscription had been canceled.