We might not have personal robot butlers that can clean our entire home, but when it comes to automatically cleaning floors, he future has been more or less delivered in the form of robo vacs. As Amazons Big Spring Sale heads into its third day, we're seeing pages and pages of discounted automatic floor suckers. But if you're wondering which ones are actually any good, we can help. We've tested dozens of models to produce two guides on the subject one for the best of the best and one for budget vacs. Weve also reviewed a number of cordless stick vacuum cleaners that make spot-cleaning as close to no-effort as possible. This list gather's together the best deals from Amazon's latest sale on the cordless and robot vacuums we recommend. The best Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals Shark's Matrix Plus robovac for $400 ($350 off): In our testing, weve been consistently impressed with Shark vacuums but theyre not cheap. This machine can mop in addition to vacuum and is nearly half price at 47 percent off. Shark Robot PowerDetect NeverTouch vac and mop combo for $500 ($400 off): This is the non-pro model of our runner up pick for the best combo bot. It mops and vacuums, quickly making a map of your home on its first run. The app easily lets you program where your hard and carpeted surfaces are, as well as set schedules. The base empties the dry debris and dirty water, then refills it with new water. The difference between this model and the Pro version is that this one doesnt clean the mop with each use, so you may need to manually perform that task more often but the price difference may make up for that lack. iRobot Roomba Combo Vac and Mop for $150 (45 percent off): This "essential" Roomba is relatively no-frills, but it has the added benefit of being a mopping robot in addition to a vacuum. It includes a washable mopping pad and a water reservoir so you can clean hard floors, and it will autonomously vacuum just like all of iRobot's other basic robovacs. Anker Eufy Robot Vacuum 3-in-1 E20 for $400 ($200 off): If you cant decide between a robot vacuum or a lightweight stick vac, you dont have to. The new Eufy E20 combines a robo vac, cordless upright and handheld vacuum in one machine. Plus the automatically emptying base holds a lot of debris for its size. While we found the robot performance to be better than the stick vac suction, its still impressive and convenient for an all-in-one model. Anker Eufy Robot Vacuum 11S MAX for $140 (44 percent off): The S in the model name stands for slim and it was one of the more low-profile machines we tried. Its a pick in our guide to budget robot vacuums and has a long battery life and good suction power for its price. The main drawback is the lack of Wi-Fi, so instead of programming it with your phone, youll use the included remote. The best cordless vacuum deals Tineco Pure ONE Station 5 for $349 ($110 off): This vac earned an honorable mention in our tests. The self-emptying base is a big selling point. We also liked the auto-adjusting suction and single-button start feature. The fact that it doesnt require proprietary bags helps keep down the long-term cost, too. Tineco Pure ONE S11 cordless vacuum for $200 ($100 off with coupon): Click the coupon to get $95 off our top pick for a budget stick vac. We like that it automatically adjusts suction depending on what it's picking up and is relatively lightweight when youre pushing it around your floors. The bin is on the small side and the battery life isnt as good as on other models, but its an easy-to-use, no-frills way to clean floors. Dyson V15s Detect Submarine for $800 ($150 off): This Dyson cordless stick vacuum and mop is a top pick in our best cordless vacuums guide thanks to its sleek design and included mop attachment that easily swap in so you can clean tile, hardwood and other flooring with liquid solution. Yes, it's expensive, but you're essentially getting two cleaning machines in one plus, when used as a vacuum, it has excellent suction power and great battery life. Levoit Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (LVAC-200) for $150 ($50 off): The lowest price weve tracked on this stick vac is $130 but this matches the lowest price weve seen this year. Its our runner up budget pick for a stick vac in our guide. It doesnt have a storage base and the bin is smallish, but its lightweight and super affordable. It also disassembles easily for storage making its lack of base less of a deal breaker. Tineco Pure ONE Station FurFree for $400 ($300 off): Of all the stick vacs our reviewer tried for our guide, this is the one she wanted to use the most. Its super convenient with a dock that charges and empties and cleans all parts of the machine brush, tube and dustbin after each use. Plus the suction power is great and the iLoop smart sensor kicks up the suction when needed. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-spring-sale-robot-vacuum-deals-the-best-sales-from-shark-irobot-dyson-anker-and-others-092652533.html?src=rss

Anker power banks and other charging gear have been discounted thanks to the Amazon Spring Sale. Noteworthy among the deals is this Anker 321 MagGo power bank that's going for only $20 for Prime members. The discount applies to all colorways, too, including white, black, pink, green and purple. Anker devices are some of our favorites and a few of them have made it onto our list of the best power banks and portable chargers. This particular model on sale is MagSafe-compatible, so it will magnetically attach to the back of your iPhone when you need a power-up. It's also compatible with MagSafe iPhone cases, too. Inside, theres a 5,000mAh battery that provides up to 19 hours of additional use for modern iPhones. Its equipped with heat sensors that continuously monitor temperatures to avoid accidental damage and it can juice up a phone while its being charged itself. This power bank is also on the smaller side, so it easily fits into pockets, bags and purses. The only downside is that this is only for Prime members. However, the Anker Nano 3-in-1 portable charger is on sale for everyone. This non-magnetic charger includes a large 10,000mAh battery and is currently $35. Even some of Anker's latest power banks and chargers that it debuted at CES have discounts as part of the Spring Sale as well. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/this-anker-magnetic-power-bank-is-on-sale-for-a-record-low-price-for-the-amazon-spring-sale-152009338.html?src=rss

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In a major overhaul,the U.S. Department of Health and Human Serviceswill lay off 10,000 workers and shut down entire agencies, including ones that oversee billions of dollars in funds for addiction services and community health centers across the country.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.criticized the department he oversees as an inefficient sprawling bureaucracy in a video announcing the restructuring Thursday. He faulted the departments 82,000 workers for a decline in Americans health.I want to promise you now that were going to do more with less, Kennedy said in the video posted to social media.The restructuring plan caps weeks of tumult at the nations top health department, which has been embroiled inrumors of mass firings, the revocation of$11 billion in public health fundingfor cities and counties,a tepid responseto a measles outbreak, and controversial remarks about vaccines from its new leader.Still, Kennedy said a painful period lies ahead for HHS, which is responsible for monitoring infectious diseases, inspecting foods and hospitals, and overseeing health insurance programs for nearly half the country.Overall, the department will downsize to 62,000 positions, losing nearly a quarter of its staff10,000 jobs through layoffs and another 10,000 workers who took early retirement and voluntary separation offers encouraged by President Donald Trumps administration.The cuts were first reported by The Wall Street Journal.Public health experts, doctors, current and former HHS workers, and congressional Democrats quickly panned Kennedys plans, warning they could have untold consequences for millions of people across the country.These staff cuts endanger public health and food safety, said Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports, in a statement. They raise serious concerns that the administrations pledge to make Americans healthy again could become nothing more than an empty promise.But Kennedy, in announcing the restructuring, blasted HHS for failing to improve Americans life spans and not doing enough to drive down chronic disease and cancer rates.All of that money, Kennedy said of the departments $1.7 trillion yearly budget, has failed to improve the health of Americans.Cancer death rates have dropped 34% over the past two decades, translating to 4.5 million deaths avoided, according to the American Cancer Society. Thats largely due to smoking cessation, the development of better treatmentsmany funded by the National Institutes of Health, including groundbreaking immunotherapyand earlier detection.Federal health workersstationed across the country at agencies including the NIH and the Food and Drug Administration, both in Marylanddescribed shock, fear, and anxiety rippling through their offices Thursday. Workers were not given advance notice of the cuts, several told the Associated Press, and many remained uncertain about whether their jobs were on the chopping block.Its incredibly difficult and frustrating and upsetting to not really know where we stand while were trying to keep doing the work, said an FDA staffer who spoke on the condition of anonymity out of fear of retaliation. Were being villainized and handicapped and have this guillotine just hanging over our necks.On Thursday HHS provided a breakdown of cuts at the FDA, the NIH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services:3,500 jobs at the FDA, which inspects and sets safety standards for medications, medical devices and foods.2,400 jobs at the CDC, which monitors for infectious disease outbreaks and works with public health agencies nationwide.1,200 jobs at the NIH, the worlds leading public health research arm.300 jobs at CMS, which oversees the Affordable Care Act marketplace, Medicare, and Medicaid.HHS said it anticipates the changes will save $1.8 billion per year but didnt give a breakdown or any other details.The cuts and consolidation go far deeper than anyone expected, an NIH employee said.Were all pretty devastated, said the staff member, who spoke on the condition of anonymity for fear of retaliation. We dont know what this means for public health.Union leaders for CDC workers in Atlanta said they received notice from HHS on Thursday morning that reductions will primarily focus on administrative positions including human resources, finance, procurement, and information technology.At CMS, where cuts focus on workers who troubleshoot problems that arise for Medicare beneficiaries and Affordable Care Act enrollees, the result will be the lowest customer service standards for thousands of cases, said Jeffrey Grant, a former deputy director at the agency who resigned last month.Beyond losing workers, Kennedy said he will shut down entire agencies, some of which were established by Congress decades ago. Several will be folded into a new Administration for a Healthy America, he said.Those include the Health Resources and Services Administration, which oversees and provides funding for hundreds of community health centers around the country, as well as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, which funds clinics and overseesthe national 988 hotline. Both agencies pump billions of dollars into on-the-ground work in local communities.SAMHSA was created by Congress in 1992, so closing it is illegal and raises questions about Kennedys commitment to treating addiction and mental health, said Keith Humphreys, a Stanford University addiction researcher.Burying the agency in an administrative blob with no clear purpose is not the way to highlight the problem or coordinate a response, Humphreys said.The new Administration for Healthy America will focus on maternal and child health, environmental health, and HIV/AIDS work, HHS said.The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, created by a law signed by then-Republican President George W. Bush and responsible for maintaining the national stockpile that was quickly drained during the COVID-19 pandemic, will also be eliminated and moved into the CDC.By Amanda Seitz, Associated PressAssociated Press writers Matthew Perrone, Lauran Neergaard, JoNel Aleccia, Carla K. Johnson, and Mike Stobbe contributed to this report.

Since President Trumps return to office in January, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has dropped several enforcement actions against companies filed under the agencys previous director, Rohit Chopra. Now the bureau is seeking to give back a $105,000 penalty that Chicago-based lender Townstone Financial paid to settle alleged racial discrimination claims last year.The case was initially filed in 2020, during Trumps first term, by Kathleen Kraninger, the director appointed by the president to lead the consumer watchdog. But on Wednesday, the new acting director of the CFPB, Russell Vought, sought to vacate the settlement completely and return the six-figure penalty that Townstone had to pay.Once new CFPB leadership undertook the review of the history of this case, it became clear from the totality of internal evidence that this case has suffered from deficiencies on the merits, and Townstone was targeted because of its protected speech, the bureau said in its filing to the U.S District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.What was the original case about?The CFPB originally brought the action against Townstone, alleging that it had discouraged Black prospective applicants from applying for mortgage loans with Townstone . . . by making, over a period of years, several statements on their long-form commercial advertisement radio show.The complaint accused the Townstone Financial Show of making discriminatory statements that discouraged Black applicants from seeking mortgage loans. It cites five incidents, including some comments made by cohost Barry Sturner, Townstones CEO. In one example, for instance, Sturner referred to a downtown Chicago Jewel-Osco grocery store as Jungle Jewel and called it scary due to its diverse patrons. In another, he called Chicagos South Side hoodlum weekend and claimed police were the only force preventing it from becoming a real war zone.The CFPB also alleged that from 2014 through 2017, barely 2% of Townstones mortgage-loan applications were for properties in majority African American neighborhoods, even though they make up nearly 19% of the Chicago metropolitan areas census tracts.In 2023, a federal court in Chicago dismissed the bureaus lawsuit, ruling that the Equal Credit Opportunity Act only applied to actual loan applicants, not prospective ones. However, the bureau appealed, and a panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit overturned the decision.Fast Company reached out to Townstone for comment. In its settlement in 2024, it admitted no wrongdoing. The CFPBs latest responseAfter reviewing the settlement, the bureau stated in a press release on Wednesday that the, CFPB abused its power, used radical equity arguments to tag Townstone as racist with zero evidence, and spent years persecuting and extorting themall to further the goal of mandating DEI in lending via their regulation by enforcement tactics.According to the press release, there was no complaint from the public against Townstone but the company was drawn out of hat by a computer model run by DEI-driven bureaucrats. It accused the previous CFPB administration of targeting Townstone for its protected free speech, using audio-mining software to review the companys radio shows and podcasts, specifically flagging political speech critical of the bureau.They identified 16 minutes out of nearly 79 hours of radio content (.33%) that they deemed disconcerting, the press release states, and that could be interpreted as inappropriate, incorrect, or insensitive. It further claimed that the radio show was only talking about local crime, political issues around freedom of speech, supporting local law enforcement, and telling people to check out a neighborhood before buying a home.The CFPB said in the recent filing that it supports the dismissal of all claims in order to permit the agency to return to Townstone the civil penalty it paid. The move signals a broader effort by the Trump administration to scale back what it describes as overreach and politically motivated enforcement actions from previous leadership.

A smart home isnt defined by how many voice assistants it responds to or how many apps youve installed to manage your light switches. Its defined by how little you actually need to do to keep things running. When your blinds tilt themselves to block the afternoon glare before you even notice it, or your vacuum dodges cables and sips power quietly in the background while you work, thats automation working for younot the other way around. A true smart home takes chores off your plate and replaces them with free time, lower bills, and a satisfying sense of order. Its a home that behaves like it understands what you want, because, to a surprising extent, it does.Look at robot vacuums. Not exactly thrilling, right? Until you realize that consistent cleaning saves your floor from long-term wear, allergies, and dust-borne chaosand that those weekly hours spent pushing a broom are now reclaimed. Or think about motorized roller shades. A couple of degrees cooler in summer or warmer in winter translates to real cash saved on HVAC, not to mention the bonus of automated privacy. Even furniture is pulling double duty nowLED-lit coffee tables that clean the air while matching your Philips Hue scene. The point isnt to impress guests. Its to make your home quietly hustle on your behalf. And thats where SwitchBot fits into the picturewith an ecosystem of small, clever devices that dont demand attention but make a noticeable dent in your daily grind.SwitchBot S10 ($1,199.99 $459.99)The SwitchBot S10 feels like the Roombas overachieving cousinthe one who shows up early, refills your humidifier, and somehow knows where you keep your mop. Its a floor-cleaning robot, sure, but it does more than chase crumbs. Armed with a self-emptying mop and a water station that connects directly to your plumbing, the S10 never needs babysitting. No lugging around dirty tanks or remembering to top off the clean oneit drains and refills itself like its got a plumbers license. Even the mop cleans itself after each session, squeezing out grime into a separate tank so it doesnt drag old messes across new floors. Its built for low maintenance and high payoff, taking floor care off your mental checklist entirely.What makes the S10 stand out is how it plugs itself into your homes rhythm. With LiDAR navigation, it glides through floorplans with precision, mapping spaces down to the inch and dodging socks like a seasoned butler. It can vacuum, mop, andunexpectedlytop up your humidifier with fresh water using an extra pump module. That move alone hints at where SwitchBots going with its broader ecosystem: less manual input, tighter cross-device synergy. At 6500Pa of suction and a 200 RPM mop spin speed, its built to handle both dust and dried-up chaos. And since it hooks directly into your homes water lines, the entire process becomes automatic in the way smart homes were always meant to besilent, efficient, and invisible until its already done.Editors NoteThe S10 is pretty advanced as robot vacuums go, but for its $459 price tag, its a steal. We recommend the S10 if you have your own home and can tinker with the plumbing without landlord concerns. If installed youre left with a vacuum that really does it all, including topping off the humidifier between cleaning cycles (youll need SwitchBots humidifier for that feature, obviously). The best smart home handles itself with minimal human intervention and the S10 helps achieve a sizeable portion of that dream.Click Here to Buy Now: $459.99 $1199.99 ($740 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!SwitchBot K10+ Pro Combo ($799.99 $399.00)The SwitchBot K10+ Pro feels tailored for the urban dweller who values automation but doesnt have the luxuryor frankly, the patiencefor water line installations and in-wall routing. Its compact, deliberate, and weirdly charming for a robot vacuum. At just 24.8cm in diameter, its the smallest robot vac in its class, sneaking under furniture and around tight corners like it was born in a studio apartment. But dont let the size fool you. With 2500Pa of suction power, precision LiDAR mapping, and smart obstacle avoidance, the K10+ Pro does a stellar job of automated cleaning but when things get tough, the K10+ Pro Combo also includes SwitchBots handheld cordless vacuum, which lets you get down and dirty, cleaning your curtains, bookshelves, and the crevasses of your sofa all things that a robot vacuum wont do.Where the S10 leans into full-blown home integration, the K10+ Pro embraces flexibility. The FusionBase docks both the robot vacuum as well as the cordless vacuum, emptying both so you dont have to, with enough space to store 70 days worth of dust. The internal replaceable dust bag that seals itself when fullno plume of allergy-triggering chaos when you open it. The mini robot vacuum is intelligent enough to handle its end of the bargain (with seamless app controls for power-use), and the handheld vacuum comes with three replaceable heads, giving you the ability to reach tight spaces, target mites, and clean countertops and shelves with ease.Editors NoteOn a cool 50% discount, the K10+ Pro Combo gives you a combination of analog and automatic, letting you have the tiny vacuum clean areas that are easy to reach, while the handheld vacuum lets you extend and reach areas where the vacuum wont go. Both products integrate perfectly into the same hub, which handles post-cleaning maintenance and debris storage.Click Here to Buy Now: $399.99 $799.99 ($400 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!SwitchBot Roller Shade ($199.99 $110)The SwitchBot Roller Shade takes one of the most old-school, analog parts of your homewindow shadesand hands it over to the 21st century with a motor and a plan. Attach it to your existing roller blinds, and suddenly your windows become a dynamic part of your energy strategy. Morning sun? Let it in to passively warm the room. Afternoon glare? Block it out to reduce cooling costs. Over time, that kind of subtle climate control cuts real money from your energy billwhile also saving your sanity during heat waves and lazy Sundays. With an expandable design, the Roller Shade can easily fit over most windows, adjusting to the width of your frame to give you a perfect fit.The real magic is how effortlessly it folds into your smart home setup. The latest model plays nice with Matter, which means broader compatibility across platformswhether youre loyal to Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit, integration is seamless. The motor runs quietly, the battery lasts for months on a single charge, and you can even rig it with a solar panel for maintenance-free autonomy. Control happens through app, voice, or automation triggers, so you can link it with motion sensors, temperature thresholds, or even your wake-up routine. Its understated but incredibly strategic, turning a window covering into a responsive, energy-aware element of your homeno rewiring or construction required.Editors NoteOne of the latest kids on the IoT block, SwitchBots Roller Shade builds on its years of work in the curtain and blind space. With multiple awards for its unique designs, this area is one that SwitcBot commands with authority. The roller shades are perfect for most homes, with the ability to really micro-adjust things to the point of being magical. Tell your smart home to lower the shades during the harsh afternoon sun, or open them enough to light your room without heating it up its equal parts fascinating and functional. Your energy bill will thank you.Click Here to Buy Now: $110 $199.99 ($89.99 off, use coupon code ROSH70). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!SwitchBot Air Purifier Table ($258.35 $179.99)The average air purifier looks like it was designed in a lab and never meant to leave. Boxy, bland, and often louder than youd like; they do the jobbut kill the vibe. SwitchBots Air Purifier flips that script. It wears its functionality like a disguise, doubling as a sleek side table complete with ambient lighting and a flat top thats sturdy enough to hold your coffee, your phone, or a stack of unread magazines. Its a piece of furniture that just happens to clean your air, sliding easily into living rooms and bedrooms without announcing itself like a medical device. Its form serving function without sacrificing either.Under the hood, its more than just pretty. The SwitchBot Air Purifier packs a medical-grade H13 HEPA filter that handles 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 micronspollen, dust, pet dander, and the entire invisible orchestra of allergens. It covers between 215360 sq. ft, making it ideal for personal spaces where youre breathing the most. With built-in sensors and app control, you can monitor and adjust air quality remotely, or let it auto-regulate. It plays nice with Alexa, Google Assistant, and even Siri Shortcuts, so it can slip right into a smart home routinelike turning on when youre away, dimming the light when its bedtime, or boosting purification during allergy season. Its thoughtful in ways most purifiers arent, and easy to live with in every way that counts.Editors NoteA table that purifies air? Sign me up! I love it when things multitask, and anyone who has a small house would probably love the Air Purifier Table too, given how it makes clever use of space. The tables under-surface lamp is a nifty addition too, giving you a 3-in-1 product at a cool 33% discount.Click Here to Buy Now: $179.99 $258.35 ($78 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!SwitchBot Lock Pro+Keypad Touch+Hub Mini Matter Enabled ($169.99 $125.99)Keys feel like relics at this pointmetal souvenirs from an analog era, jingling reminders of how far we havent come. The SwitchBot Lock Pro scraps that last vestige of outdated habit. It installs over your existing deadbolt in minutes and instantly gives your door multiple personalities. You can unlock it with your phone, Apple Watch, fingerprint reader, passcode, or even your voice via Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri Shortcuts. If youre still into physical buttons, the optional Keypad Touch has you covered. And for anyone still emotionally attached to keys, they still work toobut you probably wont use them once youve had your door greet you with a click and swing open like its reading your mind.Where the Lock Pro really wins is in the details. Dual-motor locking means it can handle deadbolts that need a little muscle, while auto-lock and door-sensor integration prevent those did I lock the door? moments that live rent-free in your brain. Battery life is where it flexes hard: up to 9 months of juice from 4 AA batteries, or 12 months with SwitchBots rechargeable battery pack. Plus, you get low-battery alerts long before it ever becomes a problem. Everything is encrypted over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (with the Hub), and remote access lets you grant entry from anywhere without needing to hide a spare key under a fake rock. In the smart home hierarchy, a smart lock isnt just convenientits foundational, and the Lock Pro plays that role with quiet confidence and zero friction.Editors NoteYou know how your car automatically unlocks when it knows youre nearby? Or your garage door opens as your car approaches? Why not have the same technology for your home too? SwitchBots Lock Pro combo does just that, letting you ditch archaic keys for something more modern and suited to your way of life. Unlock your door with your fingerprint or Apple Watch, give guest access codes to friends and family, and relax knowing that your door will always auto-lock when you leave, even if you forget to. Sounds like a pretty great way to live, especially with that 58% discounted price that includes the lock, a keypad, and even the Matter-enabled Hub Mini that acts as the brain behind your smart home.Click Here to Buy Now: $125.99 $169.99 ($44 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!The post SwitchBots Amazon Spring Sale Lets You Automate Your Entire House And Save Over $1000 first appeared on Yanko Design.

Revived rumors of Apple using liquid metal for the iPhone Fold's hinge have been assisted by a leaker claiming that it will be more than twice as strong as a titanium-alloy version.A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderOn March 21, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo forecast that the iPhone Fold would employ liquid metal hinges for a crease-free screen. Less than a week later, a leaker's post adds fuel to the rumored usage of the material.In a Thursday post to Weibo, serial leaker Setsuna Digital, also known as Instant Digital, offers more information about the potential use of liquid metal. Used in the hinge, it is described as an "amorphous alloy" or "metallic glass." Rumor Score: Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple's macOS Sequoia now lets you install apps on external SSD drives instead of taking up space on your internal one but it doesn't tell you this, so here's how to do it.A Samsung T9 external SSD attached to a MacBook Pro and with a Mac App Store logoEven with the latest Macs all starting at with at least 256GB of SSD storage, that space fills up fast and you can't upgrade it later. What you can do is add external storage, whether that's for more space or to have an emergency external boot drive.Now Apple has added a new option to the Mac App Store that means you can use external drives for apps. Previously the Mac App Store app would always install the app to your boot drive, but now it's up to you. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Multiple leaks had claimed over recent months that Avalanche Software was working on a Definitive Edition of the mega-hit Hogwarts Legacywith support fromBatman: ArkhamandSuicide Squaddeveloper Rocksteady Studios. This expanded re-release would have included new content in the form of an expansion, though it seems those plans have now been scrapped.Thats as per a Bloomberg report that claims WB Games was concerned that the new content that was to be included wasnt going to be substantial enough to justify the price point that the company was considering for the release. The report claims the expansion would have included a storyline revolving around a companion character that was cut from the base game.Last month, the embattled WB Games announced a significant shakeup following a string of high-profile failures, which involved the shuttering of Monolith Productions and Player First Games, and the cancellation of the formersWonder Womangame.A sequel to Hogwarts Legacyremains in development at Avalanche Software.