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Amazon Fire tablets are up to 35 percent off right now

This may be a good time to buy one of Amazon’s latest tablets as many of them are on sale, with discounts of up to 35 percent. The sale brings the 2023 Fire HD 10 down to $ 95, which is only $ 15 more than its record low and 32 percent off the $ 140 list price. This model comes with 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage and a speedier processor than the last time around. The 1080p HD screen is touch- and stylus-compatible and there’s a 5 megapixel camera up front and another in back. Note that this model displays ads on the lockscreen. If you’d rather not see those promos, the ad-free version is also on sale and currently $ 15 more at $ 110. 

All Fire tablets are budget slates that let you browse the web, watch shows and play casual games; They probably aren’t the best pick if you’re looking for a workhorse productivity tablet, which tend to cost significantly more. You won’t be able to run Apple apps, which seems obvious, but Fire tablets also don’t natively support the Google Play store — even though Fire OS is a fork of Android. Readily available apps come from the Amazon app store, which include most major streamers like Netflix, Max, Peacock, social apps like TikTok and Instagram, and plenty of casual games. If you’re just looking for a way to entertain yourself after a day of being productive, Fire tablets offer one of the few ways to do so for under $ 100. And like all Amazon devices, Alexa is built in to answer questions and control your smart home lights, cameras and doorbells. 

Elsewhere in the sale, the Fire HD 8 is down to $ 65, which is 35 percent off and around $ 10 more than its record low. This is an 8-inch version of Amazon’s tablet, with 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage and a 1280 x 800 screen at 189 ppi. There’s a 2MP front camera and a claimed battery life of 13 hours. This is also a model with lockscreen promos, the ad-free version is $ 80. 

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Amazon Fire TV streaming devices are up to 33 percent off

If you’re in the market for a Fire TV device it’s a good time to buy, as Amazon is having an early Valentine’s Day event. The Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $ 35, for a savings of $ 15 (30 percent) off the regular price. You can also grab the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $ 40, netting you 33 percent ($ 20 off). And finally, the Fire TV Cube is priced at $ 115, near its lowest price ever. 

The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is Amazon’s most powerful streaming stick, thanks to a faster processor that delivers 40 percent more power than the one in the Fire TV Stick 4K. That translates to faster app start times and more fluid menu navigation, for a better overall experience. The Fire TV Sitck 4K Max also comes with WiFi 6 connectivity, as well as support for Dolby Vision, HDR, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos audio, along with Alexa commands via the Alexa Voice Remote.

While not quite as zippy, the Fire TV Stick 4K is slightly cheaper at $ 35. It’s a great option if you want a low-profile streaming device that can handle 4K content. It also supports Dolby Vision and HDR, and comes with the Alexa Voice Remote, which lets you search for and launch content with voice commands. Frankly though, for the extra $ 2, I’d grab the Fire TV Stick 4K Max.

The Fire TV Cube is Amazon’s most powerful streaming device with a hexa-core processor, 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. It supports 4K, HDR content with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and it has picture-in-picture live view as well. You’re also getting hands-free Alexa controls, too, letting you turn off your lights or check the weather, even with your TV off.

Finally, don’t forget about Amazon’s Fire TV soundbar that’s back on sale for $ 100, for a savings of nearly 20 percent. It can enhance your TV audio via dual speakers, with access to 3D surround sound, while offering DTS Virtual X and Dolby Audio support.

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EV maker Polestar cuts 15 percent of its workforce globally

Swedish electric car company Polestar is slashing its workforce by 15 percent globally. About 450 employees are expected to be let go due to “challenging market conditions.” The news comes despite its six percent increase in global car deliveries compared to 2022, according to its recent fourth quarter global fiscal report.

The company did, however, warn that it would reduce its headcount back in May 2023 which was around the same time it announced its production goals were disappointingly off by 10,000 to 20,000 cars from its initial goal. Polestar defended its decisions and explained it was “intensifying its focus” on cutting costs to make the business more efficient.

Despite delays in shipments last year, the 2024 Polestar 2 lineup is coming in strong with a suite of new upgrades, including longer mileage and faster charging. However, the company is faced with the issue that buyers might be turned off by its nearly $ 50,000 price tag when they can get newer models produced by rivals like Tesla for more than $ 10,000 less.

Job cuts across the EV sector have become commonplace, with rivals like Lucid Motors’ announcement to cut 18 percent of its workforce last year and Rivian slashing six percent. These trends might be due to the fact that supply chain issues are a huge problem in the EV industry, coupled with buyer hesitancy to invest in electric cars.

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The Beats Fit Pro noise canceling wireless earbuds are 20 percent off at Amazon

Beats Fit Pro earbuds in the three newest colors have dropped back down to their best price in a deal on Amazon. The true-wireless, noise canceling headphones are 20 percent off for the Volt Yellow, Coral Pink and Tidal Blue designs, making them just $ 160. These popular earbuds normally go for $ 200, so you’d be saving $ 40. If those options are too vibrant for your style, there’s a 10 percent discount on other, subtler colors as well. That includes Beats Black, Beats White, Sage Gray and Stone Purple, which are all just $ 180 with the current deal.

Beats Fit Pro buds are a great choice for both Apple and Android users, especially if you’re looking for reliable workout earbuds. They’re among the best wireless earbuds you can get today, and our favorite for fitness. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, they’ll hold up against sweat and splashes of water, like light rain. They have comfortable silicone ear tips and secure-fit wings that are meant to keep them in position in your ear. Beats Fit Pro earbuds are also equipped with Active Noise Canceling and Spatial Audio so you can really get in the zone.

As for battery life, they achieve up to 6 hours of listening, which can be extended to as much as 24 hours with the charging case. Beats Fit Pro earbuds run on Apple’s H1 chip, and have a slew of convenient features for iPhone users, like quick pairing, hands-free Siri access and Audio Sharing with other Apple devices or Beats earbuds. That means you can sync up with your workout buddy (as long as they’re using a compatible device) for tandem listening.

Android users may not get all the extra perks, but they can still make use of the buds’ high-quality audio and on-device controls. When pairing them in the Android app, you’ll also have the option to fine tune the audio with Beats’ Fit Test. In the box, Beats Fit Pro come with a charging case in the same color as the earbuds, silicone ear tips in three sizes and a USB-C charging cable.

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Anker Cyber Monday deals: Save up to 36 percent on chargers, cables, power banks and more

Cyber Monday is now in full swing on Amazon, bringing even more savings on electronics in post-Black Friday deals. It’s a great time to get stocked up for all your home and on-the-go charging needs, with steep discounts on Anker’s highly rated chargers, cables and power banks. There are discounts of 30 to 40 percent off some of Anker’s most useful devices, including its 20,000mAh Prime Power Bank and the compact Prime 67W fast wall charger with three ports. Here are Amazon’s best Cyber Monday deals on Anker devices.

Anker Prime 100W USB-C Fast Charger

Anker’s Prime 100W fast charger is great for when you need to charge multiple devices at once. It has two USB-C ports and a USB-A port, with a maximum output of 100W when using two ports at once. That means your devices will charge up pretty quickly. It’s compatible with most popular smartphones, including the flagships from Apple, Samsung and Google, and is strong enough to charge your iPad and MacBook.

Anker Prime 67W USB C Charger

The 67W Prime charger from Anker is another fast-charging option for multiple devices, though it’s a bit less powerful than its 100W sibling. For single devices, it’ll max out at 67W, while charging two devices at once will be capped at 65W. It’s compact, at about half the size of Apple’s MacBook charger of the same wattage, and has three ports: two USB-C and one USB-A. It plugs directly into the wall, with two prongs that fold away for easier storage when it’s not plugged in.

Anker Prime Power Bank 200W, 20,000mAh

If you want your devices charged as fast as possible, the Anker Prime Power Bank 200W is the one for you. Anker says this portable power bank will get your device from zero to 10 percent in just 5 minutes, and can get a 16-inch MacBook Pro to 50 percent within 40 minutes. This power bank also comes with three ports (two USB-C and one USB-A), making it compatible with a wide range of devices. It comes with a compact 100W charging base that can recharge the power bank to full capacity in an hour and 15 minutes.

Anker 333 USB-C Cable 3-Pack

You can never have too many cables, especially since they always seem to go missing. Anker is running a deal on a three-pack of 100W USB-C cables, meaning they support fast charging. The pack comes with three sizes — 3.3-foot, 6-foot, and 10-foot — and they should work with most popular smartphones, laptops and tablets. They’re wrapped in braided nylon, so they should be pretty durable, too.

Anker Nano Power Bank, 5,000mAh

Anker’s Nano Power Bank is both adorable and convenient. The 5,000mAh portable charger has a built-in USB-C connector that folds away when you’re not using it, so it’s easy to toss in a bag. It maxes out at 22.5W, so while it may not be the fastest charging option out there, it’ll still juice your devices up pretty quickly. Anker says it will get an iPhone 15 to 43 percent charge in 30 minutes. It comes in five colors, but the Cyber Monday deal is for the Shell White version.

Anker Nano Power Bank, 10,000mAh

The 10,000mAh Nano Power Bank offers faster charging speeds and more power storage than the aforementioned version, plus bi-directional charging. Anker says it can bring an iPhone 15 from zero to 50 percent in 30 minutes, at a maximum output of 30W. It has a USB-C and a USB-A port, and a short USB-C cable that tucks away when you don’t need it.

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Apple Black Friday deals include up to 25 percent off USB-C chargers, MagSafe accessories and more

If you recently treated yourself to an iPhone 15 or new Mac computer, Amazon’s Black Friday sale has Apple accessories you can buy to complete your setup. The highlight of the promotion are the company’s FineWoven Wallets, which are currently $ 6 or 10 percent off their $ 59 MSRP. Apple offers the MagSafe accessory in five different colors, with the evergreen, mulberry and taupe models included in the sale. And if you don’t mind basic black, that wallet is discounted even further at $ 48 currently. Not everyone is a fan of Apple’s new FineWoven accessories, but on the plus side, the material is vegan-friendly and the wallet attaches magnetically to recent iPhones.

As part of the same sale, Amazon has also discounted Apple’s first-party AirTag Key Ring. The coral, taupe, mulberry, pacific blue and black models are all 9 percent off their usual $ 35 price tag, making them $ 31 at the moment. Like the MagSafe Wallets above, the AirTag holders are made using the company’s new FineWoven material. 

Separately, the sale discounts the company’s 35W dual USB-C power adapters. After a 25 percent discount, both the standard and compact models are $ 44, or $ 16 less than usual. Unlike the FineWoven accessories, these are universally well-regarded. In particular, I love the standard model for its modular design that allows you to swap out the power connector if you’re traveling in another country. Note that 35W won’t be enough to charge some of Apple’s more power-hungry laptops, including the 14-inch MacBook Pro.

For the Mac fan who has nearly everything, I’ll lastly mention Amazon has reduced the Magic Trackpad, Mouse and Keyboard. Of the three peripherals, I think the keyboard is the most useful, particularly if you own one of the company’s laptops and want to build a more ergonomic setup. It’s also subject to the most significant discount, with it costing $ 80 after a 19 percent price cut.

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Echo Show 8 bundles are up to 64 percent off in Amazon’s Black Friday deals

If you’ve been holding out for a deal on the Echo Show 8, it doesn’t get any better than Amazon’s current Black Friday bundles for its smart displays. Amazon is selling the second-generation Echo Show 8 with a Kasa Smart multicolor lightbulb for just $ 55. Normally, these would cost over $ 150 together. The third-generation Echo Show 8, released this year, is also deeply discounted on Amazon in a bundle with the Kasa Smart Bulb, going for just $ 105 compared to the list price of $ 173.

The 2023 Echo Show 8 (3rd gen) brought a refreshed design to what was already one of the best smart displays out there. The latest version has a sleeker build and upgraded capabilities, with spatial audio, a 13MP camera and faster response times from Alexa. Still its predecessor, released in 2021, achieves solid performance for tasks like video calls and smart home control. It’s equipped with automatic face framing to keep you centered on calls, and has a privacy cover for the camera. Both models have a compact 8-inch touchscreen that’s big enough for viewing content without taking up too much counter space.

Amazon’s smart display deals don’t just stop at the Echo Show 8. The retailer is also offering discounts on the Echo Show 5 and the larger Echo Show 10. There are bundles to include additional accessories — including the Blink Mini camera and Kasa Smart bulbs — and deals on individual devices for 30 to 64 percent off.

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Amazon Prime members can save 61 percent on a Blink camera bundle

Amazon Prime members can save big on security cameras today. The retailer has a bundle including the Blink Video Doorbell and three Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras for 61 percent off. Usually $ 424.95, you can pick up the four-camera collection for $ 164.98.

You can connect the Blink Video Doorbell to your existing in-home chime or use it wirelessly. The device records in 1080p during the day and infrared at night. It supports two-way audio so you can hear and talk with whoever shows up on your front step.

Meanwhile, wireless Blink Outdoor cameras can alert you to motion or people in your yard, allowing you to check in from your phone or Alexa devices. The outdoor cameras have a 143-degree field of view and on-device computer vision to help with nighttime recording. The Outdoor 4 also supports two-way audio.

Each camera in the bundle uses two AA batteries (included), which Amazon estimates will last up to two years. The collection also ships with four mounting kits and the Sync Module 2, a hub that connects the cameras to your Wi-Fi network. You can bring your own USB drive for local storage or subscribe to a Blink Subscription Plan ($ 3/month or $ 30/year) for cloud storage. You can choose between black or white options for the cameras, although there’s no mixing and matching colors within the bundle: It’s all one or the other.

The deal only lasts through the end of today, wrapping up at midnight PST. Remember that you’ll need a Prime membership to take advantage of the deal. If you don’t have one already, you can subscribe for $ 15/month or $ 139 / year.

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Garmin fitness smartwatches are up to 33 percent off via Amazon

Garmin has been pumping out high-quality fitness-based smartwatches for years and now’s your chance to score one on the cheap. The company’s selling a bunch of its most popular models on Amazon at a steep discount of 25 to 33 percent, depending on which device you go with. For instance, this brings the price of the well-reviewed Garmin Forerunner 745 down from $ 400 to $ 300.

The sale extends from budget-friendly releases like the Garmin Approach S10 GPS golf watch, now $ 100 instead of $ 150, to flagship products like the Garmin Epix Gen 2, which costs $ 700 instead of $ 900. The deals even apply to off-the-beaten-path products like the Garmin GPSMAP 66i handheld communicator, which is basically a really fancy walkie-talkie.

Other watches involved in the sale include the Forerunner 945 and the Vivoactive 4S, among others, so you can take your pick from the company’s many offerings. Garmin has long been known as a manufacturer of well-regarded smartwatches that specialize in fitness tracking and data metrics. We praised the Forerunner 745, for instance, as having accurate distance tracking, advanced training feedback, integration with Garmin’s payment module, a long battery life and internal storage that can fit up to 500 songs.

There’s no telling when Garmin and Amazon will turn off the discount spigot, so you may want to act fast, as many of these discounts nearly match record low prices for the company’s line of smartwatches.

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Some OnePlus smartphones are nearly 20 percent off, hitting record low prices

A pair of popular OnePlus smartphones just went on sale, hitting record low prices for both. The company’s flagship OnePlus 11 5G went down from $ 700 to $ 600, a savings of nearly 20 percent. The budget-friendly OnePlus Nord N30 5G got even, well, friendlier with a $ 50 discount, dropping the cost to $ 250 from $ 300. If you’re shopping for a smartphone, this is a good time to take the plunge.

We praised the OnePlus 11 as a “back-to-basics flagship smartphone,” noting its gorgeous 120Hz 6.6-inch OLED display, the fantastic battery life, 100W quick-charging and improved camera system when compared to its predecessor. In other words, the 11 was already a bargain at $ 800, as modern iPhones and Samsung phones cost upwards of $ 1,000. Today’s sale makes the bargain even harder to resist.

The OnePlus Nord N30 takes a more modest approach, as this is absolutely a low-priced smartphone rather than a flagship. However, it’s one of the best budget-friendly phones around and a great choice for anyone looking for a no-frills device that gets the job done. The specs are fantastic for the price, with a Snapdragon 695 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and a crisp 120Hz IPS display. Not many cheap phones can match this set of features.

These phones aren’t perfect, as the N30 lacks waterproofing and the 11 isn’t the most exciting flagship model in the world, but the list of pros far outweigh any list of cons. OnePlus isn’t widely available at retail outlets, so this sale is reserved for Amazon and Best Buy.

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Scientists strengthen concrete by 30 percent with used coffee grounds

Humans produce around 4.4 billion tons of concrete every year. That process consumes around 8 billion tons of sand (out of the 40-50 billion tons in total used annually) which has, in part, led to acute shortages of the building commodity in recent years. At the same time, we generate about 10 billion kilograms of used coffee grounds over the same span — coffee grounds which a team of researchers from RMIT University in Australia have discovered can be used as a silica substitute in the concrete production process that, in the proper proportions, yields a significantly stronger chemical bond than sand alone. 

“The disposal of organic waste poses an environmental challenge as it emits large amounts of greenhouse gases including methane and carbon dioxide, which contribute to climate change,” lead author of the study, Dr Rajeev Roychand of RMIT’s School of Engineering, said in a recent release. He notes that Australia alone produces 75 million kilograms of used coffee grounds each year, most of which ends up in landfills. 

Coffee grounds can’t simply be mixed in raw with standard concrete as they won’t bind with the other materials due to their organic content, Dr. Roychand explained. In order to make the grounds more compatible, the team experimented with pyrolyzing the materials at 350 and 500 degrees C, then substituting them in for sand in 5, 10, 15 and 20 percentages (by volume) for standard concrete mixtures. 

The team found that at 350 degrees is perfect temperature, producing a “29.3 percent enhancement in the compressive strength of the composite concrete blended with coffee biochar,” per the team’s study, published in the September issue of Journal of Cleaner Production. “In addition to reducing emissions and making a stronger concrete, we’re reducing the impact of continuous mining of natural resources like sand,” Dr. Roychand said. 

“The concrete industry has the potential to contribute significantly to increasing the recycling of organic waste such as used coffee,” added study co-author Dr Shannon Kilmartin-Lynch, a Vice-Chancellor’s Indigenous Postdoctoral Research Fellow at RMIT. “Our research is in the early stages, but these exciting findings offer an innovative way to greatly reduce the amount of organic waste that goes to landfill,” where it’s decomposition would generate large amounts of methane, a greenhouse gas 21 times more potent than carbon dioxide. 

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Water-soluble circuit boards could cut carbon footprints by 60 percent

German semiconductor maker Infineon Technologies AG announced that it’s producing a printed circuit board (PCB) that dissolves in water. Sourced from UK startup Jiva Materials, the plant-based Soluboard could provide a new avenue for the tech industry to reduce e-waste as companies scramble to meet climate goals by 2030.

Jiva’s biodegradable PCB is made from natural fibers and a halogen-free polymer with a much lower carbon footprint than traditional boards made with fiberglass composites. A 2022 study by the University of Washington College of Engineering and Microsoft Research saw the team create an Earth-friendly mouse using a Soluboard PCB as its core. The researchers found that the Soluboard dissolved in hot water in under six minutes. However, it can take several hours to break down at room temperature.

In addition to dissolving the PCB fibers, the process makes it easier to retrieve the valuable metals attached to it. “After [it dissolves], we’re left with the chips and circuit traces which we can filter out,” said UW assistant professor Vikram Iyer, who worked on the mouse project.

The video below shows the Soluboard dissolving in a frying pan with boiling water:

“Adopting a water-based recycling process could lead to higher yields in the recovery of valuable metals,” said Jonathan Swanston, CEO and co-founder of Jiva Materials. Jiva says the board has a 60 percent smaller carbon footprint than traditional PCBs — specifically, it can save 10.5 kg of carbon and 620 g of plastic per square meter of PCB.

Infineon has produced three different circuit board prototypes using the Soluboard framework. The company is currently only using the dissolvable PCB for demo and evaluation boards, and it says around 500 units are now in use. However, it’s “exploring the possibility of using the material for all boards” with an eye on expanding adoption over the next few years. Based on the results of stress tests, it also plans to “provide guidance on the reuse and recycling of power semiconductors removed from Soluboards” to lessen the chances of the salvageable parts from future production models going to waste.

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Microsoft’s Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core is 15 percent off right now

If you don’t need accessories like extra thumbsticks, D-Pads and more, Microsoft’s Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller gives you all the benefits of the regular Elite Series 2 at a significantly lower price. Now, you can get on even cheaper, as it’s on sale at Amazon for just $ 110, or $ 20 (15 percent) off the regular price.

Buy Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White) at Amazon – $ 110

As mentioned, the Elite Series 2 Core is the same as the Elite Series 2, aside from the white instead of the black color and lack of accessories. It offers a wrap-around rubberized grip, shorter hair trigger locks and 40 hours of battery life. You get an Xbox wireless connection with the Xbox One and Series S/X consoles, reducing latency and letting you use the headphone jack. You can also connect it to a PC via Bluetooth. The Xbox Accessories app provides customization options like button remapping, sensitivity curve adjustments, dead zones, vibration intensity tweaking and LED colors.

If you decide you want the normal Elite Series 2 accessories after all, that’s no problem — just purchase the $ 60 Complete Component Pack separately. That gives you everything missing from the Core model, including a carrying case, a thumbstick-adjustment tool, a charging dock, two classic thumbsticks, one tall thumbstick, one dome thumbstick, one cross-shaped D-pad, two medium and two mini paddles, as well as a USB-C cable. Best of all, with the sale, you could buy the component pack and Elite Series 2 Core controller and still save over purchasing the regular Elite Series 2 model.  

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Blink security cameras and video doorbells are up to 43 percent off

You might not have to pay much to bolster your smart home’s security. Amazon is selling Blink devices for up to 43 percent off, including a Video Doorbell plus Sync Module for $ 60 (normally $ 85) — that’s near an all-time low, You can also get the doorbell by itself for just $ 40 if you already have sync hardware. Most camera kits are also on sale, starting at $ 70 (normally $ 100) for the weather-ready Blink Outdoor.

Blink is effectively the budget counterpart to Amazon’s Ring brand, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing — you’re getting a lot of functionality at a lower price. The Video Doorbell supports both wired and wireless connections, offers two-way audio, captures infrared footage at night and gives you the choice of either storing clips locally (on a USB drive) or in the cloud with a subscription plan. It ties into Alexa devices, too, so it may be your ideal doorbell you have an Echo Show.

The Blink Indoor and Outdoor models, meanwhile, remain our top picks for wireless security cameras. You get much of the same flexibility as with the doorbell, including a peak two years of battery life. Again, you’ll have to invest in the Alexa ecosystem to make the most of these products. If you can live with that, though, you might not have many complaints.

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LG’s 2023 OLED TVs are up to 70 percent brighter

It's no surprise that LG is refreshing its OLED TV lineup for 2023, but you might appreciate this year's upgrade if your set lives in a well-lit room. LG's new models include a per-pixel Brightness Booster Max feature that, on certain G3 series TVs (shown above), promises up to a 70 percent brighter picture. You might not spend as much time squinting during daytime viewing sessions.

The G3, C3 and 8K-capable Z3 all use a new a9 Gen 6 processor that offers AI upscaling, HDR tone mapping and object-based picture sharpening. The chip is similarly key to AI audio processing that delivers 9.1.2-channel surround sound from the built-in speakers. You'll have an added incentive to upgrade your audio setup, though — LG is countering Samsung with a WOW Orchestra feature that uses the TV's speakers to complement the output from the brand's newer soundbars.

LG C3 OLED TV
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LG is also acknowledging that its interface may have been overwhelming for some. The 2023 OLED TVs come with a webOS 23 platform that requires much less scrolling, with just two pages of apps content. You'll also see fewer categories, and "quick cards" help you dive into categories like music and sports. Personal profiles, customizable quick settings and AI-based search keyword recommendations tailor the experience to your tastes, while Matter support should help your set play well with compatible smart home devices.

The range will seem familiar in some ways, although there are a few other notable upgrades. The Z3 remains the flagship with 77- and 88-inch 8K screens, but the G3 is now a better fit for wall-mounting thanks to a zero-gap design. It's available in sizes ranging from 55 inches to a huge 97 inches, although you'll only see the 70 percent brightness hike on 55-, 65- and 77-inch variants. The sweet-spot C3 line (pictured at middle) runs between 42 inches and 83 inches, although you'll have to 'settle' for the standard brightness booster.

Significantly, there's no more A series. LG now considers the B3 series its entry-level OLED offering, and pitches it as ideal for gamers watching their money. You'll have to make do with the lesser a7 Gen 6 chip and go without brightness boosting, but you will get 4K at 120Hz (useful with the latest consoles) and your choice of 55-, 65- and 77-inch panels.

As is often the case with LG introductions, you'll have to wait for pricing and availability for the 2023 OLED TV selection. There's no doubt the G3 is the star attraction, though. Outside of that model's brightness boost and gapless mounting, these are largely iterative upgrades that will mostly prove appealing if you're replacing an aging set.

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Logitech mice, keyboards and accessories are up to 67 percent off for Black Friday

If you’re looking for an affordable gift to help your friend or loved one be more productive over the next year, Logitech’s mice and keyboards are never a bad starting point. With Black Friday around the corner, Amazon has discounted a selection of the company’s products. One of the highlights of the sale is the Signature M650. Engadget recommended the M650 in our recent holiday gift guide. After a 25 percent discount, the mouse is $ 30. The M650’s customization makes it a great stocking stuffer. Logitech offers the mouse in six colors, two different sizes and both right- and left-handed configurations, meaning you should have no problem finding one that will work for a friend or family member.

Buy Logitech Signature M650 at Amazon – $ 30

Another interesting option is the MX Anywhere 2S. At the moment, it’s $ 40, down from $ 60. The seven-button MX Anywhere 2S is notable for featuring support for Logitech’s Flow app. The software makes it possible to use the mouse with up to three computers at the same time. That’s useful if you use PCs with different operating systems installed on them since the Flow app allows you to easily move files, as well as copy and paste text and images. Even if that functionality doesn’t appeal to you, the MX Anywhere 2S has other things going for it, including a comfortable design and battery that can power the mouse for up to 70 hours.

Buy Logitech MX Anywhere 2S at Amazon – $ 40

The sale also includes Logitech’s multi-device keyboards. With Amazon’s promotion, you can get the K780 for $ 60 after a modest $ 5 discount, while the more affordable K480 is $ 30 after a $ 20 price cut. Like the MX Anywhere 2S, the K780 and K480 are useful if you want a peripheral that will work with more than one device. You can pair both keyboards with up to three devices and they feature handy slots for holding your phone or a small tablet in place. Of the two keyboards, the K780 is the more premium model and comes with a full set of numeric keys.

Buy Logitech K780 at Amazon – $ 60Buy Logitech K480 at Amazon – $ 30

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Sonos’ Roam speaker is still 20 percent off, plus the rest of the week’s best tech deals

If you’re still looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift, you have a bunch of options that you can get for less right now. A rare sale on the Sonos Roam and Move speakers discounts them both by 20 percent, while a number of Apple devices are on sale, too. The Google Pixel 6 Pro smartphone is still $ 100 off, plus Solo Stove’s fire pits are up to 43 percent off. Here are the best tech deals from this week that you can still get today.

Sonos Roam

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Sonos’ portable Roam speaker remains 20 percent off and down to just over $ 143. We gave it a score of 87 for its great audio quality, compact and durable design and ability to play stereo audio when two are paired together.

Buy Sonos Roam at Amazon – $ 143Buy Sonos Roam at Sonos – $ 143

Sonos Move

The outdoor-friendly Sonos Move is also 20 percent off and down to just under $ 320. It earned a score of 80 from us for its excellent sound quality, Bluetooth connectivity, weather-resistant design and great battery life.

Buy Sonos Move at Amazon – $ 320Buy Sonos Move at Sonos – $ 320

Sonos refurbished sale

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Sonos has discounted a bunch of refurbished speakers and soundbars. You can pick up the Arc soundbar for $ 718, or $ 180 less than the cost of a new model, and the Sonos Five speaker for $ 439, or $ 110 less than a new unit. Sonos’ refurbished program tests all devices to make sure they’re as good as new and these devices come with the same one-year warranty as new products do.

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Apple Watch Series 7

Both the 41mm and 45mm versions of the Apple Watch Series 7 are $ 70 off right now and down to record lows: $ 329 and $ 359, respectively. We gave the wearable a score of 90 for its larger display, faster charging capabilities and powerful watchOS 8 features.

Buy Apple Watch Series 7 at Amazon starting at $ 329

Apple Watch SE

The Apple Watch SE in 44mm is down to a record-low of $ 229 right now, or $ 80 off its normal price. We gave it a score of 88 for its powerful performance, comfortable design and handy watchOS features.

Buy Apple Watch SE at Amazon – $ 229

AirPods (3rd gen)

The latest AirPods are $ 30 off and down to $ 150, which is only $ 10 more than their all-time-low price. We gave the buds a score of 88 for their improved audio quality, more comfortable design and longer battery life.

Buy AirPods at Amazon – $ 150

Apple AirTags

A pack of four AirTags is down to $ 89 right now, or $ 10 off its regular price. If you have a few things you want to keep track of, this is a good opportunity to pick up a few AirTags that can help you do so. AirTags show you the location of your things in Apple’s Find My app, and if you have an iPhone that supports Precision Finding, it can lead you directly to your stuff.

Buy AirTags (4 pack) at Amazon – $ 89

Nintendo Switch Online bundle

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You can still get half off a bundle that includes a 12-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online’s Family plan and a 128GB SanDisk microSD card. Nintendo’s subscription includes cloud backup for game data, online gaming and access to a bunch of NES and SNES titles, while the microSD card will let you easily add more space to your Switch.

Buy Switch Online + microSD card bundle at Amazon – $ 35

Beats Fit Pro

Beats’ latest true wireless earbuds offer all of the best features from Apple’s new AirPods in a less polarizing design.
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The Beats Fit Pro earbuds are back on sale for $ 180, or $ 20 off their usual price. We gave them a score of 87 for their good sound quality, strong ANC and handy features provided by Apple’s H1 chipset.

Buy Beats Fit Pro at Amazon – $ 180

Google Nest Doorbell

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The battery-powered Nest Doorbell is on sale for $ 130 at Amazon right now, or nearly 30 percent off its normal price. This IoT device is easy to install since you don’t have to hardwire it, and it’ll send you alerts when someone shows up at your doorstep. You can also pick up the Nest Cam Outdoor for $ 129 or the Nest Cam Indoor for $ 80.

Buy Google Nest Cameras and Doorbells at Amazon

Google Pixel 6 Pro

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Google’s Pixel 6 Pro smartphone remains $ 100 off and down to $ 799. We gave the flagship a score of 91 for its excellent cameras, lightweight design and clever voice software.

Buy Pixel 6 Pro at Amazon – $ 799

Roku Ultra

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The 2022 Roku Ultra is 20 percent off and down to a new low of $ 80. The updated set-top box just came out last month and it includes the new Voice Remote Pro with a rechargeable battery and a remote-finder feature, plus support for 4K, HDR10+ streaming. It’s also worth noting that the Roku Streambar remains on sale for $ 99.

Buy Roku Ultra at Amazon – $ 80Buy Roku Streambar at Amazon – $ 99

Solo Stove

You can get up to 43 percent off fire pits at Solo Stove right now.You’ll find the deepest discount on the big Yukon, which is $ 320 off and down to $ 400. We like these fire pits because they create much less smoke than their cheaper competitors and, out of the three models available, two of them are pretty portable, too.

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Roomba 694

iRobot’s Roomba 694 has dropped to $ 180, or $ 94 off its usual price. It earned a spot in our best affordable robot vacuums guide thanks to its good cleaning power and easy to use mobile app.

Buy Roomba 694 at Amazon – $ 180

Roomba j7+

iRobot’s Roomba j7+ is down to $ 599 at Amazon, or $ 200 off its normal price. We included the Roomba j7 in our best robot vaccums guide because it did a good job cleaning both carpeted and hard floors, plus it has good obstacle avoidance and an easy to use companion app. The j7+ adds a clean base into the mix, so the robot will automatically empty its bin into the clean base after every job.

Buy Roomba j7+ at Amazon – $ 599

Sony Days of Play sale

Sony’s Days of Play sale on Amazon discounts a bunch of PlayStation accessories, including all six PS DualSense controllers. You can pick up any of them, including the vibrantly colored ones, for $ 59, which is up to 21 percent off their normal prices.

Shop Days of Play sale at Amazon

Anova Precision Cooker

Anova
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Anova’s Precision Cooker sous vide machine is down to $ 133 right now, or 39 percent off its normal price. We like its easy to use onboard controls, WiFi connectivity and 1,000 watts of power.

Buy Anova Precision Cooker at Amazon – $ 133

Sony WH-1000XM4

Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones
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Sony’s WH-1000XM4 headphones are down to $ 278, which is 21 percent off its normal price. While Sony just came out with the XM5 headphones, these cans remain a good option for those that want excellent sound quality and ANC to match. Plus, you’ll save more than $ 100 compared to the XM5 if you pick up the XM4 while they’re on sale.

Buy WH-1000XM4 at Amazon – $ 278

Fitbit Father’s Day sale

Fitbit Charge 5 fitness tracker
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Fitbit has discounted most of its wearables ahead of Father’s Day, and if you spend $ 125 or more, you’ll get $ 20 off your next purchase before the end of June. The Charge 5 tracker is down to $ 130, while the Versa 3 is on sale for $ 170 and the Sense smartwatch has fallen to $ 200.

Shop Fitbit Father’s Day sale

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EVs made up 65 percent of car sales in Norway last year

Electric vehicles accounted for nearly two-thirds of all new car sales in Norway this past year, according to newly published data from the country’s Road Federation. In 2021, Norwegian dealerships sold 176,276 cars, 65 percent of which were EVs. That’s an 11 percentage point increase from the year prior when they accounted for 54 percent of all new car sales. 

The Tesla Model 3 was the most popular choice among new buyers followed by Toyota’s hybrid RAV4, the only car with an internal combustion engine to make the country’s top-ten best-selling list. Other notable cars to make the list include the Volkswagen ID.4 in third place and the Polestar 2 in the number 10 spot.

The Norwegian EV Association told Reuters electric vehicle sales could make up as much as 80 percent of the country’s total car market by 2022 — as long as chip shortages don’t cause further shipping delays. As in 2020, much of what’s driving EV adoption in Norway is the country’s generous subsidies. Car buyers don’t have to pay taxes imposed on traditional internal combustion engine vehicles when they buy an EV. In 2021, the country’s federal government missed out on approximately $ 3.41 billion in tax revenue to push forward on its plan to end all gasoline-powered car sales by 2025.

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Amazon one-day sale knocks up to 30 percent off storage from SanDisk and Lexar

Those looking for new portable drives, SD cards and other storage gadgets have a bunch of discounted items to choose from today. Amazon has a one-day sale that knocks up to 25 percent off drives from Western Digital and up to 30 percent off microSD cards, thumb drives and more from SanDisk, Lexar and other brands. While we'll likely see discounts tomorrow during Black Friday proper as well, most of the devices in these sales have lower prices for today only.

Shop WD drive sale at AmazonShop SanDisk, Lexar storage sale at Amazon

Some highlights in the drive sale are the SanDisk Extreme portable drive in 2TB, which is 60 percent off and down to $ 185, plus the Crucial X6 in 2TB and the SanDisk Ultra NAND SSD in 4TB, which are down to $ 143 and $ 300 respectively. The SanDisk Extreme portable drive is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and it's pretty durable thanks to its IP55-rated design with two-meter drop protection. It also has optional password protection, 256‐bit AES hardware encryption and up to 1,050 MB/s read and up to 1,000 MB/s write speed. Crucial's X6 is also quite compact, with read speeds up to 540 MB/s and a shock and vibration-proof design.

Buy SanDisk Extreme (2TB) at Amazon – $ 185Buy Crucial X6 (2TB) at Amazon – $ 143Buy SanDisk Ultra SSD (4TB) at Amazon – $ 300

Either of those would make good portable drives for most people, while the SanDisk Ultra NAND SSD is better for anyone looking to upgrade their computer's internal storage. It supports sequential read speeds of up to 560 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 530 MB/s, and when half off like it is today, it's a great choice for PC gamers looking to add a speedy SSD to their setup.

Highlights in the other memory sale include a number of Nintendo Switch-compatible microSD cards and some Lexar Professional SD cards. You can grab an officially licensed 256GB SanDisk microSD card for the Switch for $ 37, or 31 percent off, but if you're looking for the most storage possible, we recommend Lexar's 1TB Play microSD card, which is down to a record low of $ 128. And photographers and videographers may want to pick up one of Lexar's Professional 2000x SD cards to add to their gear while the 64GB model is on sale for $ 60 and the 128GB card is down to $ 100.

Buy SanDisk microSD card (256GB) at Amazon – $ 37Buy Lexar Play microSD card (1TB) at Amazon – $ 128Buy Lexar Professional SD card (64GB) at Amazon – $ 60Buy Lexar Professional SD card (128GB) at Amazon – $ 100

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All Otterbox Star Wars cases are 20 percent off today only

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Sonos offers its early adopters a 30 percent discount on new speakers

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ARM’s latest chip designs promise 60 percent faster AI on phones

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Samsung sees its Q1 profit drop 60 percent from last year’s record

Samsung just released guidance for its Q1 2019 earnings report, and estimates an operating profit of 6.2 trillion won (about $ 5.5 billion), which is less than half of the $ 14.4 billion profit it recorded in the same period last year. Samsung had issu…
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‘Overwatch’ endorsements reduced toxic behavior by 40 percent

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These stylish Huawei smartwatches are up to 25 percent off on Amazon

Huawei has redefined smartwatch style, and right now you can save anywhere from $ 30 to $ 190 on these elegant yet intelligent accessories.

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Apple nabs 31.3 percent of smartphone sales at the start of 2016 holiday season

Apple is making some gains on Google’s Android mobile operating system and devices — a new report shows the iPhone 7, 7 Plus, and 6S were the three most popular smartphones in the U.S. at the start of the holiday period.

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Great deal! Speck offers 30-40 percent off smartphone, tablet, and laptop cases

Speck is deeply discounting many of its premium Presidio cases, CandyShell cases, and all iPhone 7 cases through Monday, December 26.

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Fragmentation woes: Android 7.0 Nougat running on only 0.3 percent of devices

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Washington State’s smartphone spectrometer detects cancer with 99 percent accuracy

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Second presidential debate-related videos rack up 40 percent more views than the first

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Of course many viewers came to YouTube to watch the debate live and we saw over 1.5M peak concurrent viewers, five times higher than the second presidential debate in 2012, and over 2.5M live watch hours, nearly six times higher than 2012.

Those viewers were highly engaged as well. On average, they watched the debate for nearly 25 minutes. And they came from all over the globe. After the U.S., top countries by viewership were: Canada, Mexico, Australia, Great Britain and Vietnam.

While much of the attention was on the debate, commentary continues to be a hot topic on YouTube. Sketches from some of the most popular late night shows were amongst the weekend’s most-viewed videos leading up to the debate. If you’re looking for a laugh after Sunday’s heated debate, check out Jimmy Fallon’s Trump calls Madea and Saturday Night Live’s Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton Debate Cold Open.

The final presidential debate is next Wednesday, Oct. 19, and we’ll bring you all the action live on YouTube from Las Vegas, Nev.

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Buy an Apple, Samsung, or LG phone at T-Mobile and get up to 50 percent off a tablet

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Give the gift of music this Valentine’s Day, Google Play Music now 50 percent off

Chocolates goes bad and flowers die, but the love of music lasts forever. Grab a Google Play Music All Access subscription, along with YouTube Red, for 50 percent off right now for that someone special in your life.

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Scientists extend the lifespan of mice by up to 35 percent

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Dixons Carphone to close 11 percent of UK stores

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A consumer group sues Samsung for not updating Android on 82 percent of its phones

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Chrome for Android can now save up to 70 percent of your data with Data Saver mode

If you have a limited data plan or frequent slow networks, you already know how important it is to not waste data. Google’s updated Data Saver mode on Chrome for Android will save up to 70 percent of your data and speed up your Web experience.

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Samsung smartwatch sales are up ‘several hundred percent’ compared to last year

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Jawbone lays off 15 percent of staff and closes its New York office

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Windows Phone market share drops to 1.7 percent, as Android and Huawei’s fortunes rise

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Despite being made of 90 percent water, MIT’s hydrogel superglue is ridiculously strong

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More than 10 percent of iOS users downloaded iOS 9 on day one

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