… Link: Spotify Expands Music Access for Young Listeners, Extending Managed Accounts to Free Tier — Spotify | https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-05-13/managed-accounts-free-tier-expansion/ | Spotify
… Microsoft already offers free online multiplayer for its Xbox PC games, but console players still need a subscription to access this feature. …
Some code spotted in a recent Apple Music beta for Android includes messages referring to “Premium Access” and a “skip limit.” That suggests a free or low-cost plan is in the works. …
… It also comes with “exclusive” access to 4K streams. Link: Amazon Prime Video nearly doubles the price to go ad-free and stream 4K video | https://www.theverge.com/tech/894466/amazon-prime-video-ultra-ad-free-price-hike | The Verge
PlayerUnknown Productions is restructuring to a “smaller team” and stopping work on Prologue: Go Wayback, the survival roguelike launched in early access last year. The studio plans to release one more update and then bring the game out of early access and make it free. …
… People love free. One example that was announced this week is Autograph, motion design software akin to Adobe After Effects. Autograph was acquired by Cinema 4D maker Maxon last year, and has now been relaunched with free access for individual users. …
… So it’s a little troubling to see this level of effort required to make Ikea’s promise of a cheap, accessible, and reliable smart home a reality.
… Access granular device settings – Tap the 3 dots on any connected device to access more detailed controls. Try tapping your lights to access precise dimming 0-100% and color adjustment or use the color wheel on compatible bulbs to select from a variety of colors. …
… Shortcuts, actions, and specific tools in those apps can be quickly accessed using Logitech’s Actions Ring menus, which are supported by accessories like the MX Master 4 mouse and the MX Mechanical Mini keyboard. …
… ChatGPT Plus and Pro users can access the update now, while free users will get it in the coming weeks. …