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Score These 20 Amazing Labor Day Deals Under $100
Labor Day weekend offers numerous incredible discounts on a variety of products, with a focus on deals under $100 to help shoppers stick to a budget. The sales include a wide selection of items such as tech gadgets, games, and smart home devices, all chosen for their performance, reliability, and...
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Anker's Display Nano Charger: On Sale After CES Debut
Anker's new 45W Nano Charger, now available for preorder at a discounted $29.99, features a built-in smart display that provides real-time charging data like wattage and temperature. The charger intelligently adjusts its power output for recognized Apple devices, offering fast charging when neede...
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Black Friday Deal: Get 6 Months of Apple TV at 2022 Prices
Apple TV Plus is offering a Black Friday promotion of six months for $5.99 per month, a significant discount from the standard $12.99 fee, providing substantial savings for new and returning customers. The service features an ad-free experience with a diverse library including original series lik...
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Halo Infinite's Final Major Update Arrives
Operation: Infinite, the final major content update for Halo Infinite, launches on November 18th with a new battle pass and customization options, ending planned substantial additions to the game. The development team will now shift focus entirely to upcoming Halo projects, continuing only ongoin...
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Withings' $350 Health Tracker Scans Urine for Wellness
The Withings U-Scan is a $350 at-home urine analysis device that provides detailed wellness insights by automatically collecting samples in the toilet and transmitting data to a mobile app for personalized health recommendations. It offers two cartridge types at launch: Nutrio for nutritional mar...
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Unlock New Achievements in Wordle
The New York Times has introduced a badge system for Wordle, Spelling Bee, and Connections, allowing players to track and showcase their achievements like first-try Wordle solves or flawless Connections games. Future plans include seasonal events and special challenges with unique badges, and sub...
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Apple Watch Hypertension Alerts Get FDA Clearance for All Models
Apple has received FDA clearance for a hypertension notification feature on compatible Apple Watch models, enhancing proactive cardiovascular monitoring for users worldwide. The feature, launching with watchOS 26, uses the device's optical heart sensor and an algorithm to analyze blood vessel res...
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Trump Phone Launch Faces Delays
The Trump Mobile T1 smartphone launch has been delayed beyond its initially announced August or September release, with no new timeline provided and customers' $100 deposits still unfulfilled. Key specifications for the T1 have changed, including a smaller display size and the removal of the "500...
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Apple Launches Web-Based App Store
Apple has launched a web-based App Store at apps.apple.com, offering a centralized hub for discovering apps across all its devices with an interactive interface. The web store enhances discoverability with search and category browsing but does not support direct downloads, instead linking to the ...
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TiVo Ends DVR Production After Decades
TiVo has permanently ended production and sales of its standalone DVR hardware, with the TiVo Edge from 2019 being its final release, following its 2020 merger with Xperi. The shift away from hardware was driven by the rise of on-demand streaming services and integrated recording features in cabl...
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Apple Extends Free iPhone Satellite Features for Another Year
Apple has extended free satellite connectivity for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users for an additional year, now valid until November 2026 for eligible devices activated before September 2025. The service, initially offered as a two-year complimentary trial, includes Emergency SOS and expanded featur...
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Phone Designed to Ignite Fires
Oukitel's WP63 rugged smartphone features a built-in fire starter, repurposing a typical safety hazard into a survival tool for outdoor adventurers. The fire-starting function is activated via a dedicated button, integrated into a body designed to withstand water, dust, and drops for emergency us...
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Amazon to Pay $309 Million Over 'No Hassle' Returns Lawsuit
Amazon has agreed to a settlement exceeding $1 billion to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to properly process returns and issue refunds as advertised. The settlement includes approximately $600 million for customer refunds and over $300 million in direct payments, plus a commitm...
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AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Launches Jan 29: Faster Speed, $499 Price
The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D launches on January 29th for $499, representing a $20 price increase over its predecessor, the 9800X3D. It maintains 8 cores and 16 threads but achieves a 400MHz higher boost clock while keeping the same 120W TDP, acting as a more efficient, better-binned version. Performa...
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Xbox Developer Direct Returns Jan 22: Fable & Forza Horizon 6 Gameplay
The Xbox Developer Direct returns on January 22nd, focusing on major upcoming titles with extended gameplay reveals and developer insights. The event will feature the first gameplay for *Forza Horizon 6* set in Japan and a substantial update on the *Fable* reboot, now targeting a 2025 launch. It ...
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Galaxy S26 Ultra Camera Design Revealed in Leaked Video
Leaked images and videos suggest the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will have a significantly redesigned, prominent raised rear camera array, marking a departure from recent models. The raised camera island, similar to one on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, may cause the phone to wobble on flat surfaces and appea...
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Discover Apple's Festive Puppet-Filled Holiday Ad
Apple's festive short film "A Critter Carol" showcases practical effects and handmade aesthetics, contrasting with brands using generative AI for less polished results. The film features a raccoon using a lost iPhone 17 Pro to film a musical with animal friends, and the owner retrieves it via the...
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AirPods Pro 3 Hit Record Low Price Before Black Friday
The AirPods Pro 3 are now available at their lowest price of $219.99, a $30 discount, through major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. They feature significant improvements including enhanced active noise cancellation that effectively blocks both high-frequency sounds and constant back...
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 Hit Record Low Price
Walmart's early Black Friday sale from November 14-16 offers the AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C case at $139, a $110 discount that beats Prime Day prices. The AirPods Pro 2 feature excellent sound quality, active noise cancellation, a natural transparency mode, and FDA clearance for use as hearing aids...
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Casio's G-Shock Ring Watch: Durable Timekeeping for Your Finger
Casio is launching the G-Shock Nano DWN-5600, a durable ring watch inspired by the classic DW-5600 design, featuring a resilient resin strap for everyday wear. The device will debut in Japan and Europe in November with three color options and an adjustable strap for improved fit, priced around $9...
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Save on Amazon's New Kindle Paperwhite - First Price Drop of the Year
The Kindle Paperwhite is now more affordable with its first price drop of the year, offering the 16GB ad-supported model for $124.99, a $25 discount from its usual price. It features a high-resolution 7-inch E ink display, customizable lighting, long battery life, waterproof durability, and ample...
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Nothing's Ear 3 Earbuds Feature Microphone and Talk Button on Charging Case
Nothing has unveiled the Ear 3 wireless earbuds, featuring a refined design with a charging case made from 100% recycled anodized aluminum for improved durability and a premium feel. The charging case includes new hardware additions such as a built-in microphone called the Super Mic and a dedicat...
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Lenovo Legion Go 2 to Feature Xbox-Inspired Windows in Spring 2026
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 will be the first non-Asus handheld to feature the Xbox-inspired full-screen Windows interface, expected in spring 2026, as part of Microsoft's strategy to improve portable gaming. Users can manually enable the Xbox Full-Screen Experience on the Legion Go 2 after its launch...
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HBO Max Arrives in the UK Next Month
HBO Max will launch directly in the UK and Ireland on March 26th, ending its previous exclusive availability through Sky and Now TV. The service will offer multiple pricing tiers, from a £4.99 ad-supported plan to a £14.99 premium plan, and will integrate TNT Sports content. The launch coincides ...
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WhatsApp Bans ChatGPT and Copilot
WhatsApp will remove third-party AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Copilot by January 2026 due to new terms of service that restrict how businesses use its platform. OpenAI and Microsoft are withdrawing their chatbots in response to Meta's updated WhatsApp Business Solution terms, with ChatGPT users a...
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Uber's New Prepaid Passes Save You Money on Daily Routes
Uber is launching prepaid ride passes that offer 5-20% discounts for frequent travelers who purchase bundles of 5 to 20 rides for the same route. These passes protect customers from surge pricing by guaranteeing a consistent, lower rate and are available in 75 U.S. cities, including major hubs li...
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Create Your Own Netflix Highlight Clips
Netflix has launched a new feature enabling users to create and share custom video clips directly from their mobile app, allowing precise selection of start and end points. Users can generate clips by tapping a "Clip" button during playback and easily share them via platforms like iMessage, Insta...
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DOJ Appeals Landmark Google Monopoly Ruling
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a cross-appeal against Google, signaling dissatisfaction with the court-ordered remedies and seeking stricter antitrust enforcement. The core legal dispute centers on whether the mandated fixes, which require Google to share search data and avoid exclusive...
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Microsoft Retires Office Lens App for iOS and Android
Microsoft is discontinuing the standalone Office Lens app, with support ending February 9th and the app becoming non-functional after March 9th. The app's core scanning features are being integrated directly into OneDrive, where users can still capture, edit, and organize documents. Originally la...
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Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max Hits $35 - Lowest Price in a Year
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is available at a discounted price of $34.99, matching its lowest price of the year and available at major retailers through November 15th. It offers extensive Alexa integration for voice-controlled content searches, smart home management, and features like live security ...
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Satechi's New Phone Puck Adds Extra Ports to Your Device
Satechi's 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter is a compact, magnetic hub that attaches directly to devices for clutter-free connectivity, priced at $59.99 and featuring a built-in USB-C cable for easy storage. It includes seven essential ports: a 4K HDMI port, SD/microSD card readers supporting up to 2TB, g...
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Ploopy's Tiny Open-Source Trackball Gets a New Button
The Ploopy Nano 2 is a compact, open-source trackball that features a new programmable button, USB-C connectivity, and an improved optical sensor for enhanced performance. Its new button is customizable via QMK firmware, allowing users to reprogram functions like drag scrolling or primary clickin...
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Sennheiser HDB 360: Wireless High-Res Audio Unleashed
Sennheiser's HDB 360 headphones deliver high-resolution audio through both wired and wireless connections, featuring a new acoustic system, active noise cancellation, and excellent battery life. They include a wireless transmitter dongle to ensure compatibility with a wide range of devices, even ...
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Powerbeats Pro 2 to Add Heart Rate Monitoring via iOS 26
The Powerbeats Pro 2 will integrate real-time heart rate monitoring directly through the Apple Fitness app, supporting 50 workout types for a more streamlined tracking experience. They will sync with Apple Fitness Plus to display metrics like heart rate and calories on-screen during workouts, enh...
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Kodak's New Tiny Digital Camera is a Tech Blind Box
The Kodak Charmera is a digital camera that blends nostalgic design inspired by 1987 disposable cameras with modern features, and it is sold as a blind box with seven color variants. Priced at $29.99 per unit, it is lightweight and compact but has modest specs, including a 1.6-megapixel sensor an...
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Preorder the Atari Handheld with Authentic Retro Controls Now
The Atari Gamestation Go handheld is now available for preorder at $179.99, with shipments expected to start in October 2025. It includes over 200 preinstalled classic games and features multiple authentic control options like a paddle, trackball, and numeric keypad. The device has a 7-inch displ...
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Uber Eats Now Delivers Tech from Best Buy
Uber Eats has partnered with Best Buy to offer electronics delivery, allowing customers to order items like headphones and laptops through the app. Over 800 Best Buy locations in North America are participating, expanding the retailer's delivery options alongside services like Instacart and DoorD...
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Charge 3 Devices at Once with This 240W USB-C Cable
Zens has introduced the Pro 2 and Pro 3 USB-C cables, which can charge up to three devices simultaneously, offering enhanced capabilities as charging technology evolves. The Pro 2 model, priced at €49.99, includes a 15W Qi2 wireless charging puck and supports up to 140W for laptops, with future c...
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Spotify Announces Another Price Increase
Spotify is raising Premium subscription prices in the US, Estonia, and Latvia, marking its third increase since 2023. Individual US plans increase to $12.99/month, with larger hikes for Duo and Family plans, while the company cites funding improvements and artist support. The anticipated move fol...
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Shure MV88 USB-C Mic: Mounts Directly to Your Phone
Shure has updated its MV88 microphone with a direct USB-C connection for convenient smartphone mounting, modernizing it from previous Lightning and cabled versions. The microphone offers flexible recording with multiple polar patterns and professional audio controls via dedicated MOTIV apps, whil...
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Xiaomi's Retro Phone Case: The Ultimate Gaming Paradox
Xiaomi has launched a Retro Handheld Console Case for its new 17 series phones, which features a secondary rear display and transforms the smartphone into a retro gaming device. The accessory includes a D-pad, face buttons, and a small battery for extended gameplay but is hindered by the phone's ...
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Framework hikes RAM and storage costs once more
Framework has raised prices for RAM and storage modules for the fourth consecutive month, citing persistent supply chain shortages from its component suppliers. These component cost increases have directly led to higher prices for the Framework Desktop and several pre-configured laptop models, in...
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Edit Your WordPress Site with AI Prompts
WordPress has integrated a new AI assistant into its core editor, enabling users to make complex website changes through simple text prompts, making advanced design more accessible. The assistant performs diverse tasks, including editing text, generating images, and altering structural elements l...
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Apple AirPods Max Hit Near-Record Low Price
The AirPods Max with USB-C are currently on sale at Best Buy for $429.99, a significant discount that nears their all-time low price. They feature a premium build with materials like anodized aluminum and offer deep Apple ecosystem integration, including seamless device switching and Find My netw...
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Save 20% on Twelve South's Magnetic PowerBug Charger for Black Friday
The Twelve South PowerBug is a compact accessory that converts a standard wall outlet into a cable-free charging station, featuring a 15W MagSafe-compatible magnetic pad and a hidden 35W USB-C port for simultaneous device charging. It functions as a floating stand for hands-free use, propping up ...
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Black Friday PS5 Deal: Get $100 Off Now
Sony is offering significant Black Friday discounts on all PlayStation 5 models, with the Digital Edition at $399, the standard at $449, and the PS5 Pro at $649 through December 18th. The standard PS5 includes a disc drive for physical media, while the Digital Edition requires a separate purchase...
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Microsoft's Faster, Cleaner File Explorer for Windows 11
Microsoft is updating Windows 11's File Explorer to improve speed and streamline the user interface, making file navigation smoother, especially on less powerful devices. Key enhancements include File Explorer preloading to reduce launch times and a reorganized context menu that groups less commo...
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Samsung's Trifold Phone: First Hands-On Look
Samsung showcased a working trifold smartphone prototype at the APEC summit, but it was enclosed in glass, preventing hands-on interaction and folding demonstrations. The device folds inward on both sides simultaneously, forming a "G" shape, which differs from competitors like Huawei's accordion-...
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Windows 11's Dark Mode Just Got a Major File Explorer Upgrade
Microsoft has updated Windows 11 to fix dark mode inconsistencies in File Explorer dialogs, ensuring they match the system theme during file operations. The company is expanding this consistent dark mode to other elements like progress bars and error messages, with more updates planned for future...
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Amazon's Kid-Friendly Kindles Hit Record Low Before Prime Day
Amazon's Kindle Kids e-readers are at record-low prices, featuring 16GB storage, ad-free operation, protective covers, parental controls, Amazon Kids Plus subscriptions, and a two-year replacement guarantee. The models include the standard Kindle Kids with a six-inch display, the upgraded Paperwh...
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