Anthropic released Salesforce in Claude, a beta plugin that integrates Salesforce CRM data into Claude, enabling sellers to research accounts, prepare for calls, review pipelines, and update records through 37 AI-powered skills. The plugin respects existing Salesforce permissions, requires seller approval for changes, and includes connectors to Slack and email to automate administrative work like meeting prep, call summaries, and forecast reporting.
Analyst Jeff Pu reports that iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders show relatively short wait times, suggesting lukewarm demand compared to previous models. However, the data is unreliable due to unknown supply levels and competition from the upcoming iPhone Duo, which may be diverting potential buyers.
Google's official Pixelsnap cases for the Pixel 11 series are on sale at Amazon with 20% off, bringing prices from $49.99 to $39.99. The company is also running its 28th birthday sale with bundle deals and discounts on various Pixel phone models through late September.
Salesforce has launched Hunter, an AI-powered outbound sales agent that automates prospect research and prioritization for sales teams. The agent surfaces high-value accounts and contacts daily, enriches buyer information, and generates personalized messaging, enabling reps to focus on outreach rather than manual research. It integrates with Salesforce CRM and Slack for seamless workflow.
Nintendo is running a 'Customer Appreciation' sale on Switch games and accessories across Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and its own storefront through September 26th, funded by tariff-related refunds from the US government. Major discounts include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with DLC for under $60, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $49, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons with DLC for $60.
Ringee is an open-source calling platform offering pay-as-you-go outbound calling at $0.012/min with AI integration via MCP for automation. It provides recording, transcripts, and CRM integration across web, mobile, and browser, with flat $20/month team pricing and no per-seat fees.
Apple's new AirPods 5 are now available for pre-order on Amazon starting at $129, with launch scheduled for September 18. Simultaneously, Amazon is offering significant discounts on older AirPods models this weekend, including $100 off AirPods Max 2, $50 off AirPods Pro 3, and $30 off AirPods 4.
Nintendo is offering a two-week Customer Appreciation Sale with up to 30% off Switch games and accessories, funded in part by a $300 million tariff refund the company received from the US government following a Supreme Court ruling against Trump's trade tariffs.
A founder of an AI-powered security audit application seeks advice on customer acquisition strategies, noting frustration that other SaaS founders achieve high ARR ($500k–$1m) quickly without paid advertising while their own startup has only five customers.
SendRoq is an AI agent platform that automates LinkedIn outreach for sales teams by identifying target buyers, sending personalized messages, and managing follow-ups. The tool claims to help users book meetings efficiently, with over 1,200 meetings booked across 300+ teams and agencies.
Home sales fell 2% in August to their slowest pace in over a year as mortgage rates climbed to 6.71%, their highest level since mid-2025. The elevated borrowing costs are deterring buyers despite continued home price increases, with the median home selling for $429,100.
Macy's reported strong second-quarter results with 2.7% comparable sales growth and raised full-year guidance, citing success from its reimagined stores and higher-end brands Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury. The retailer now projects net sales between $21.68–$21.83 billion and comparable sales growth of 1–1.5%, while investing $96 million in tariff refunds toward customer experience and its turnaround strategy.
Anthropic posted and quickly deleted a job listing for a salesperson dedicated to Meta, one of its largest customers spending hundreds of millions monthly. The move reflects tension as Meta seeks to reduce reliance on Anthropic's AI tools while Anthropic prepares for an IPO.
Flowkon is a B2B prospecting platform that combines email finding and verification with LinkedIn outreach and multichannel communication. It enables sales teams to identify verified business emails, personalize campaigns using prospect details, and integrate with major CRM systems like Salesforce and HubSpot for streamlined workflow management.
Plumbingjobs.org is a job board connecting plumbers with companies across the United States, currently listing 1,321 open positions ranging from apprenticeships to senior engineering roles with salaries from $25-$30 hourly to $140,000-$180,000 annually.