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Samsung Galaxy Tabs are high-quality but tend to be expensive, even on sale. If you're looking for an affordable tablet that's an alternative to the Amazon Fire series, the Galaxy Tab A and A7 Lite have significant discounts today on Best Buy for Black Friday. The cheapest is $100 ($50 off) for the Galaxy Tab A (2019), while our favorite pick is the 64GB Galaxy Tab A7 Lite ($70 off).Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite$130 at Best Buy (64GB model, $70 off)$120 at Best Buy (32GB model, $40 off)With an 8.7-inch display, quad Dolby Atmos speakers, 3GB RAM, 1TB of expandable storage, a durable 5,100mAh battery, and relatively lightweight 13oz design, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is a truly quality device that's especially attractive at this low Black Friday price.Galaxy Tab A 8" (2019)$100 at Best Buy ($50 off)For pure affordability, the Galaxy Tab A tops the list. It's got a compact design that, like the Fire HD 8, is especially handy for streaming in bed or on the go. It's no wo...

Are you in the market for a great fitness tracker? Then you're in luck because our undisputed top pick — the Fitbit Charge 5 — is currently on sale for $50 off as an early Black Friday deal.Typically $179, the Fitbit Charge 5 is available for $129, making it one of the best Black Friday Fitbit deals available. And we expect this price to last through Black Friday.The Fitbit Charge 5 may look like a normal fitness band but has nearly all of the health sensors you'd expect in a premium fitness smartwatch like the Fitbit Sense. Along with built-in GPS, HRM, blood oxygen (SPO2), NFC payments, sleep tracking, and 5ATM water resistance, you also get an EDA sensor for temperature & stress readings and an ECG sensor for detecting irregular heartbeats. You'll learn everything you need to know about your body from a 0.5oz band on your wrist.Available in three stylish color options — Steel Blue/Platinum, Black/Graphite, or Lunar White/Gold — the Fitbit Charge 5 is a great pu...

"Sony tolerates and cultivates a work environment that discriminates against female employees, including female employees and those who identify as female."What you need to knowA former Sony PlayStation employee filed a lawsuit against the company Monday alleging gender discrimination in both pay and work opportunities.The employee, Emma Majo, is filing on behalf of all female employees who've worked with the company over the past four years, and seeks to expand the lawsuit into a class action lawsuit.She alleges that she was terminated from her position for speaking out against discrimination and was given a false reason for that termination.A former Sony PlayStation employee has filed a lawsuit against the company in a California court on Monday alleging that women at the company have been victims of gender discrimination in regards to pay and promotion opportunities."Sony tolerates and cultivates a work environment that discriminates against female employees, including...

It's not perfect, but it works and is very cheap.Smart homes are getting smarter all the time with innovations in security, connectivity, and user experience. These improvements have been slowly making the smart home tech much more accessible, though, for many people, the price of upgrading their homes was just too high. The Amazon Smart Thermostat is one of the cheapest Wi-Fi-connected smart thermostats you can find, even if you include the used market.The Amazon Smart Thermostat keeps things simple with basic specs and a simple user interface. Being able to set your thermostat just how you want it without getting up or even touching your phone is sublime, and if you set everything up properly, you may never need to think about your settings again.Amazon has made it relatively easy to get started with the Alexa app and detailed setup instructions. If you've already invested in this area, you likely won't find anything too new or impressive about Amazon's solution, but if you'v...

Ubisoft's Rayman Legends also launches on Stadia today.What you need to knowStadia Pro adds another six games for subscribers to claim starting on Dec. 1.The six games coming to Stadia Pro are Destroy All Humans!, The Falconeer Warrior Edition, Foreclosed, and Little Nightmares, Transformers: Battlegrounds, and Wreckfest.Farming Simulator 22 and Rayman Legends launch on Stadia this week.Google announced today that Stadia Pro subscribers will be able to claim another six games to play beginning on Dec. 1.Four of the titles coming in December are open world action-adventure game Destroy All Humans!, air combat game The Falconeer Warrior Edition, Cyberpunk narrative-driven action-shooter Foreclosed, and puzzle-platform horror adventure game Little Nightmares.The other two games, Transformers: Battlegrounds and Wreckfest, will be coming to the Stadia Pro and launch on the Stadia store on the same date. Transformers: Battlegrounds is a turn-based tactical game originally rel...

What you need to knowT-Mobile and Hasbro have partnered to create Lite-Brite T-Mobile Edition with 184 magenta pegs.The toy is available while supplies last through Cyber Monday for $19.99 with free shipping.Up to four winners that find a Magenta Ticket will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for two to a T-Mobile branded Venue.T-Mobile is celebrating its 5G network with a special edition of the famous toy Lite-Brite. The Lite Brite T-Mobile Edition will come with 184 magenta pegs in addition to all of the classic colors. It also comes with designs for a T-Mobile coverage map, a cell phone tower, a phone, and of course the T-Mobile T logo.Lite-Brite T-Mobile Edition costs $19.99 with free shipping at 5glb.t-mobile.com and will be available through Cyber Monday. Customers will also be able to download and upload new designs on the website to get even more life out of the toy.CEO of T-Mobile, Mike Sievert expressed his excitement for the new toy: Toying with the mobile i...

Yes, we know Black Friday is often considered a very U.S.-centric holiday, and while that may be true, there are many retailers extending insane deals to our fellow friends up north in Canada. Now that we're getting closer to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the deals are still coming fast and often, so check back often for the best deals across all the retailers you want.Black Friday and Cyber Monday isn't as crazy as it is in the U.S., and with people still navigating the pandemic, online shopping is still going to remain at its highest. We are seeing a lot of in-store and a lot of online deals that you can take advantage of from the comfort of your home. We've rounded up our favorites below, so feel free to browse through the best of what Canada Black Friday has to offer!This list is being updated with new Black Friday deals all the time, so check back often.Best Buy Canada Black Friday dealsGet some of the best headphones, Google products, and more at Best BuySave on...

You'll find no shortages of deals and discounts on some of the best headsets available for Black Friday. If brands like Razer or SteelSeries aren't up your alley, you might find what you're looking for with Turtle Beach. The manufacturer is well-known for making some of the best gaming headsets out there, and one of its wired models is at its lowest price ever shortly before Black Friday.While it may seem a bit pricey for a wired model, the Turtle Beach Recon 500 is still cheaper than most decent wireless headsets. And with multiplatform compatibility, a lightweight design, memory foam ear cushions, and on-ear controls it has nearly everything you'd want from a budget headset.Save 30% on this amazing Turtle Beach headsetTurtle Beach Recon 500 $48$48 at AmazonThe Turtle Beach Recon 500 was developed for professional gaming with crystal clear communication in mind. It may not be as advanced as other headsets, but when it comes to audio delivery and comfort, it's got it wher...

Decent savings on a trio of basic phones that don't cost the earth.BLU is known for its range of no-frills Android phones, and now three of the manufacturer's bargain-bucket handsets are cheaper than ever for Black Friday. Best Buy has the BLU V50, V81 and V91 available for $20 off right now, which brings the price of the cheapest model down to just $99.Elsewhere, that money could buy you five Apple cleaning cloths, or approximately half of a single Mac Pro wheel.So we're not exactly talking flagship phone money here, but these are decent savings on what are already very cheap phones. With the BLU V50, thrifty Android buyers can pick up a basic handset with 32GB of storage, a 6.2-inch HD+ display and a 13-megapixel rear camera. Nothing to turn heads, sure, but it should take care of the basics.Save up to $20 on cheap BLU phonesBLU V50, V81 & V91Save $20 at Best BuyBLU's range of basic Android phones suit a range of budgets in the low-end segment, and for Black Fri...

The phone touts a touch latency of just 24.0ms.Update, Nov 23 (12:15 p.m. ET): You can now buy the ROG Phone 5s/Pro in the U.S.What you need to knowASUS has announced two new ROG gaming phones.The ROG Phone 5S and ROG Phone 5S Pro feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset.ASUS hasn't yet revealed the pricing and availability of the new phones. Back in March, ASUS took the wraps off the ROG Phone 5, a direct successor to last year's ROG Phone 3. Just five months later, the company has unveiled a brand new ROG Phone 5S to succeed the ROG Phone 5.The ROG Phone 5S and ROG Phone 5S Pro phones are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset, which is marginally faster than the Snapdragon 888 chipset inside the ROG Phone 5 series. Aside from the newer Snapdragon 888 Plus, the ROG Phone 5S series phones also come with the same 360Hz touch response rate as the best gaming phones, resulting in a touchscreen latency of just 24.0ms.The rest of the key tech specs of t...

Best answer: Yes, although we don't see new Chromeboxes as often as we do Chromebooks. Still, the current models make for excellent desktops and are totally worth buying.Chromeboxes are safe, secure, and easy desktopsIf you're asking yourself: Should I buy a Chromebox? Remember that unlike a laptop, a Chromebox is always plugged in and has a fan to keep things a little cooler. That means Chromeboxes run a little hotter and harder than the same components found inside a laptop. It also means that today's Chromeboxes are going to handle whatever Chrome throws at it — including Android and Linux apps — just fine for the foreseeable future. Manufacturers tend to release new Chromebooks rapidly because they don't have that luxury, and we want to squeeze every bit of performance possible out of a battery-powered device.As someone who often likes to chase specs, I know it's always tough to make a purchase when you know something new will arrive not too long after you've spent your...

Everyone wants to feel safe at home or just feel safe to leave home for a few days to visit friends and family. Setting up a home security system from Ring can keep you informed of what's going on at your home even when you're far away. Best of all, you can get a great deal on a Ring Alarm kit starting with the 8-piece kit for just $150 or 40% off. If you have a bigger house, you can also save on a kit with the 14-piece kit coming in at just $200 which is 39% off.Starting with the smaller kit, you'll get everything you need for a 1-2 bedroom house with one base station, a keypad, four contact sensors, a motion sensor, and a range extender. The larger 14-piece kit comes with a base station, two keypads, eight contact sensors, two motion sensors, and a range extender. You can also choose from a number of bundles with Ring Doorbell cameras and the Echo Show so you can see what's going on in your home.This Ring system works great with Alexa so if you're taking advantage of best Black F...

A site in the city of Taylor is where Samsung will supposedly build advanced chips.What you need to knowSamsung is reportedly planning to open a second chip manufacturing plant in Texas.The company has apparently selected a site in the city of Taylor for that plan.The project is expected to create 1,800 jobs in the city.Samsung already has a manufacturing plant in Austin, Texas where it builds some of its chips. The company is now reportedly set to expand its footprint in the region with another plant for advanced chips.According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Samsung will open its second chip-making plant in the city of Taylor (via Reuters). It is expected to cost around $17 billion and could create 1,800 jobs in the city. According to the report, the site will be 1,200 acres in size, which is larger than Samsung's current plant in Austin.Samsung has remained silent on the project, and according to Reuters, no final decision on the planned manufacturing site...

Aside from a faster chip and a bigger battery, the OnePlus 10 Pro may not bring any other significant upgrades.What you need to knowAlleged specs of OnePlus' next flagship phone have leaked.The phone is tipped to feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen1 chipset, and a 5000mAh battery. It is tipped to make its global debut in April 2022. The upcoming OnePlus 10 Pro may not be a massive upgrade over the OnePlus 9 Pro, according to a new report from 91Mobiles.As per the report, the OnePlus 10 Pro will sport a 6.7-inch QHD+ screen with the same 120Hz refresh rate as the best Android phones on the market today. Under the hood, it is tipped to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen1 SoC, which will be a follow-up to the current Snapdragon 888. The 4nm chip could be paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.In the camera department, the phone is said to use a triple-lens setup with a 48MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and an 8M...

Track keys, valuables, pets and more using Samsung's AirTag competitor.Launched earlier this year, Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag trackers work with the company's Galaxy smartphones to help track valuables, pets or anything else you might want to keep tabs on.And for Black Friday, B&H has both SmartTag variants available at just over 40% off, bringing the price of the SmartTag+ to $24.99, and the standard SmartTag to just $17.99. The same discounts also apply to two-packs of both versions of the tag, though there's no further saving for buying a two-pack as opposed to two individual tags, unfortunately.The regular SmartTag provides basic location tracking functionality, while the SmartTag+ uses ultra-wideband technology for more precise monitoring -- and useful camera integration -- when paired with a recent Samsung flagship. If you're into Samsung's SmartThings ecosystem, you can also let your tag interact with items in your smart home.Stock levels vary right now depending on...

The holiday season means we get to enjoy steep discounts on products that we might otherwise have been holding off on. This includes some of the best Chromebooks, such as the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook. And one of the best Black Friday Chromebook deals that we've seen so far brings this device down to just $599.Samsung has already released the second iteration of its Galaxy Chromebook, but we still recommend going with the first generation for a few reasons. These include lower processing power and a display that doesn't really match up with what you might expect from Samsung. Meanwhile, the OG Galaxy Chromebook features a 4K AMOLED touchscreen display, and Samsung includes a stylus that can be neatly tucked away in the bottom frame.Samsung Galaxy Chromebook$599 at Amazon$599 at Best BuyThe Samsung Galaxy Chromebook may be a bit older at this point, but it's still one of the best Chromebooks out there. Not only can you enjoy the excellent Fiesta Red colorway, but the 4K AMO...

By many accounts, the Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 is one of the best Chromebooks that you can buy. But for Black Friday, this deal for the Chromebook Flex 3 from Lenovo is absolutely incredible, coming in at just $149, a savings of $230 off of the retail price.The Chromebook Flex 3 sports an 11-inch touchscreen display that can also be folded back into different modes. This makes Lenovo's entry-level option one of the best Chromebooks for kids, without breaking the bank and having just enough juice to perform the basic tasks that you might want it to.Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3$149 at Best BuyThe Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3 may not turn a bunch of heads, but that's kind of the point. With its 11-inch touchscreen display and 2-in-1 design, this deal for the Flex 3 could just be too good to pass up on.Along with the 11-inch screen, the Chromebook Flex 5 is powered by MediaTek's MT8183 chipset and is paired with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Of course, this isn't the ideal soluti...

This week, we save the WB Multiverse by pitching a bunch of amazing ideas. The crew also discuss problems with Rockstar Games' GTA Trilogy and offer hot takes on the Game Awards 2021 nominees. And as a special bonus, Jen cracks open some fresh Pokémon booster packs live on the show!Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:Report: Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick knew of sexual harassment claims | Windows CentralBobby Kotick must resign | Windows CentralXbox head Phil Spencer reportedly reevaluating relationship with Activision Blizzard | Windows CentralActivision Blizzard employees, contractors call for CEO Bobby Kotick's removal | Windows CentralPetition · REMOVE BOBBY KOTICK FROM ACTIVISION/BLIZZARD · Change.orgRockstar Games addresses GTA Trilogy Issues and gives free games as apology | Windows CentralMultiVersus is WB Games' free-to-play Smash Bros co...

Black Friday is the best time of year for audiophiles looking to score big on discounted headsets. Whether you're in the market for a pair of wireless earbuds or want a headset to go along with your PS5 or Xbox, there are plenty of deals to go around. Ahead of Black Friday, a ton of Razer headsets have been discounted at multiple retailers. If you're unfamiliar with Razer, just know that it makes some of the best, high-quality headsets in the business.Some of its more popular models, the BlackShark and Kraken, are heavily discounted today. You can save $50 on the excellent BlackShark V2 Pro, bringing the price all the way down to $130, or go with the cheaper Kraken X model at only $30 if you aren't looking to spend a ton of money.Get these heavily discounted Razer headsetsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro $130$130 at Amazon$130 at Best Buy$130 at GameStopThe Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is a wireless headset that provides long-lasting comfort. Boasting THX 7.1 spatial surround sound...

RevolutionaryPS5$500 at AmazonProsUltra-fast SSD10.28 TFLOPS GPUPSVR compatibleDigital Edition availableDualSense controllerQuieter fanConsLarge and heavyExpensiveHard to findSony's PS5 has one of the fastest SSDs on the market, making for unprecedented gameplay experiences and near-instant loading. Combined with a powerful GPU, the DualSense controller, a futuristic look, and a catalog of upcoming exclusives, the PS5 is an absolutely fantastic console.Old technologyPS4 Pro$390 at GameStopProsCheaper than PS5 (in theory)SmallerConsWeaker than PS5DualShock controllerSlow HDDFans can sound like a jet engineHard to findThe PS4 Pro is nothing to sneeze at, even if it's much weaker than the PS5. It still packs a 4.2 TFLOPS GPU and plays some of the best exclusive games in the business. It's not easy to find in stock, and refurbished units are often overpriced, though, so unless you see an excellent deal, you should skip this olde...

For less than $200, you'll get Android 12 and more up-to-date security than most budget phones.OK, let's not sugar-coat it: Having been released back in 2018, the Google Pixel 3 XL is a pretty old phone. But in late 2021, it's a better buy at just under $200 then most super-budget Android handsets, especially if you just need a device to tide you over the next year or so.Ahead of Black Friday, B&H has the Pixel 3 XL available for $199 with free expedited shipping. The deal is marked as being the "T-Mobile variant" of the phone, however the spec sheet lists it as an unlocked model, meaning it can be used with other carriers. Regardless, the software experience you get should be the same as any other unlocked Pixel.The Pixel 3 XL is currently up to date on the latest Android 12, and will be receiving a final security and bug fix update in early 2022. There are no more platform-level updates coming after that, but this Pixel still stands up favorably next to budget handsets in...

Less than 25% of all Android devices are currently on Android 11.What you need to knowThe latest Android version distribution numbers from Google reveal that Android 10 is the most popular Android version.Android 10, which was released in 2019, is currently running on 26.5% of all Android devices. Android 11 accounts for 24.2% of all devices, while Android 9 Pie is at 18.2%. Google stopped reporting monthly Android version distribution numbers in November 2018. Since then, the company has been providing a breakdown to developers via Android Studio. The latest distribution numbers released by Google have revealed that 24.2% of Android devices currently run Android 11 (via 9to5Google). However, it isn't the most popular Android version right now.Android 10, which was released in September 2019, continues to be the most popular Android version. Per the latest distribution numbers, 26.5% of all Android devices still run Android 10. Android 9 Pie's share, on the other hand, st...

Some women like to accessorize, but sometimes it's a struggle to find the perfect balance of form and function. This is especially true when you're shopping for the best Android smartwatch for women. The good news is there are tons of options to pick from these days. The Fossil Gen 5 Julianna is currently the best smartwatch for women for many reasons. You get premium features and a classic yet stylish design. With that in mind, this is just one of many options to consider. We've rounded up the best picks to help you find the right one for your needs.Best overall: Fossil Gen 5 JuliannaIf you were a fan of the Gen 4 smartwatches from Fossil but hoped for improvements, you'll appreciate the Gen 5 smartwatches — including the gorgeous Julianna. It comes with a new stylish design, more RAM, and an external speaker. It also does everything you need: activity and heart rate tracking, 3 ATM water resistance (depth of up to 30 meters), Google Pay, Google Assistant, GPS, and notificat...

Jump to Black Friday Samsung Galaxy deals:SmartphonesWearablesTabletsChromebooksEarbudsIt has been a banner year for Samsung, between the camera prowess of the Galaxy S21 Ultra, the more polished foldable experience on the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Fold 3, and the launch of the first smartwatch with Wear OS 3, the Galaxy Watch 4. So whether you're looking for new earbuds or a great deal on one of the best Android phones, Black Friday always brings tremendous deals to every segment, and we're here to help you find the best one for you and your family members.While supply issues might make some smartphone deals more elusive than in previous years, there are a few perennial deals and plenty of bundles hoping to sweeten the pot this Black Friday. Tablets are another area we expect Samsung to offer bountiful discounts in, and Galaxy earbuds will drop from good prices down to "what the heck are you waiting for" territory before the turkey leftovers are demolished.Where to find ...

If you're in the market for high-quality audio products for yourself or as a gift, you've come to the right place. New York-based Master & Dynamic has announced two terrific Black Friday deals for 2021. Between today, Nov. 23, and Sunday, Nov. 28, you can receive up to 40% off the regular price on headphones and speakers using special codes. The deals cover most of the company's product lineup.Master & Dynamic's Black Friday deals include 25% off purchases of more than $250 and 40% off when you spend more than $500 on the company's website.Discover a premium listening experienceMW65 Active Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones$499 from Master & DynamicYou can't go wrong with Master & Dynamic's MW65 Active Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones, which you can discount using the company's Black Friday deals. These headphones are available in various color combinations. To take advantage of the Black Friday deals, use the promo codes SHOP25 or SHOP40 at checkout....

We all collectively pretend smartwatch touchscreens work for fitness. But they're consistently unreliable.Most of the best fitness trackers and fitness smartwatches use a combination of touchscreens and buttons. The more complicated the UI or more compact the design, the more it relies on touch to navigate. And while that's perfectly fine for lifestyle watches, touch UI is an unreliable mess for fitness tech, sacrificing usability for weight and style.Last month I decided to jumpstart my marathon training using fitness tech. Each training run, interval, or half-marathon I run, I try to switch to a new tracker or watch. I'm looking at fitness trackers as a whole to see which features enhance my performance. Or do the opposite, in the case of touch-reliant fitness tech. Touch UI is an unreliable mess for fitness tech, sacrificing usability for weight and style.It's not newsworthy to say that touchscreens and sweaty fingers are a match made in hell, compounded by the small su...

Nanoleaf makes some of the best smart lights around, and almost every Nanoleaf shape is on sale ahead of the biggest shopping day of the year. No matter which Nanoleaf shape is the best for your home, you can finally get a great price on what are some of the most expensive smart lights in the market thanks to these Black Friday deals.All Nanoleaf shapes work with the Nanoleaf app and can be deeply tied into your smart home. These lights can all be paired with your favorite virtual assistant and can be used in conjunction with any routines you might have created for your home. You can even bring individual color palettes and animations into the mix, creating unique colors for every routine.If you don't yet have a Nanoleaf Smarter Kit, you'll want to start there. Each Smarter Kit — a cute play on words for a starter kit — comes with a light controller, plug, and several different pieces that can be snapped together to create larger, unique shapes. Many shapes can be interchange...

It's that time of year when we start getting ready for the Black Friday PS5 deals, and you certainly shouldn't be waiting until the day itself if you haven't bagged Sony's new console yet. Since launch, last November, the PS5 has never lasted more than a few minutes when it comes into stock, and we expect the feeding frenzy to be no different well into next year.Jump to Black Friday PS5 dealsSee PS5 stockInternal SSDHeadsetsControllersTVPlayStation PlusWe're here to help point you in the right direction of the stores most likely to get the PS5 in next. There won't be any discounts on the console, though, and Black Friday PlayStation 5 bundles that appear will likely feature a range of items all added at full price because people will pay it. Sad, but true. So, if you see a sensibly priced PS5 at any moment from now, just bag it while you can.It's not all bad news, as the genuine stars of the Black Friday PS5 deals will be found on some of the very best PS5 headsets, ...

We're into it now folks as the Black Friday PS5 SSD deals are live right now and the prices have never been cheaper. Users can finally upgrade the console's internal storage capacity beyond the measly amount the PS5 launched with as Sony recently unlocked the expansion bay.Picking up one of the best PS5 SSD options in the Black Friday PS5 deals events can save you a lot of money. This is an excellent turn of events as just a few weeks ago a lot of the best devices had sold out and we could only find scalper listings. That could all change soon though as Black Friday gathers momentum and more people pick up a PS5. Be prepared to pay quite a lot more if you want a PS5 SSD with a pre-installed heatsink - pro tip, buy one separately for much less (links below). We're constantly testing new PS5-compatible SSDs, so we'll let you know which ones are available too beyond the old favorites likes the Samsung 980 Pro, WD SN 850 Black, and the Firecuda 530.If you're going to have a look around...

Christmas decorations are going up and Chromebook prices are going down, which can only mean one thing: Black Friday is almost here! While last year's Chromebook shortage didn't give us quite as many deals as we'd like, this year, you can already get hundreds off many of the best Chromebooks around. There are tons of choices to consider such as the bright and beautiful Acer Chromebook Spin 713 (both generations are on sale), to the compact and kid-friendly Lenovo Flex 3 and Flex 5. There's a Chromebook deal for everyone this Black Friday, and we're here to help you find the best one for you or your little munchkins.Jump to Black Friday Chromebook deals:AcerASUSHPLenovoPremiumStudentWhere to find the best Black Friday Chromebook dealsBest Buy: We've just seen a $99 Chromebook hereAmazon: Arguably the biggest selection of deals right nowWalmart: Loads of Chromebooks under $200B&H Photo: 14-inch Lenovos spotted at $169Newegg: Has just stepped up with plenty of ...

The two foldables are expected to receive the stable Android 12 update before the end of the year.What you need to knowThe third One UI 4 (Android 12) beta is now available for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 phones.It brings the December 2021 Android security patch to Samsung's latest foldables. The update includes quite a few important bug fixes too. Samsung has released the third Android 12-based One UI 4 beta for its flagship Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 foldables. According to reports from beta participants on XDA Developers forums, the latest beta arrives as version ZUKG.According to the changelog for the latest beta release, it includes the Android security patch dated December 1, 2021. While the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip are currently the only Galaxy phones that have received the December security update, Samsung is expected to roll out stable updates with the latest Android security patch to its best Android phones very soon — including Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 ...

These days, just about everyone has heard of or purchased one of the best streaming devices to consume Netflix, Prime Video, or HBO Max. But I'd argue that streaming media's most valuable asset is actually one of the best Fire TV Edition TVs. Right now, we think the best Fire TV Edition set is the Amazon Fire TV 4-Series because it's one of the newest and most attractive options available. However, there are several great choices on the market, so let's take a look at what's out right now.Best overall Fire TV edition: Amazon Fire TV 4-SeriesLate in the year, Amazon announced its first "Amazon-built" TV sets with the Amazon Fire TV 4-Series and the Amazon Fire TV Omni Series. The Fire TV 4-Series offers pretty much all of the features that you could want from one of the best smart TVs while being powered by Amazon's excellent interface. The 4-Series comes in three different sizes and delivers 4K UHD video while also providing HDR10 and HLG support.As expected, Amazon includes ...

The Black Friday Sony WH-1000XM4 deals are live already and we're seeing record-low prices on arguably the best headphones money can buy right now. The US seems to be getting some absolutely massive discounts as a range of retailers have just knocked $100 off the MSRP of $350. Paying just $249 for these stunning noise-canceling headphones is a steal and likely to be the best price you'll see all year.Most retailers offer the XM4 headphones in black, silver (more like off-white, to be honest), and a lovely new blue color. Check out today's best prices automatically pulled in from the best retailers above.Priced at $350/£350 before reductions, they're certainly a premium piece of kit and we did see a lot of retailers recently put them back up to full price, but considering the newly-reduced prices are cheaper than the old deals in most places, we're totally fine with that. Given the exceptional audio quality and improved noise-canceling, they really are a pair of headphones you'...

Getting a second-hand phone doesn't have to be overly complicated or stressful.Over the last few years, the cost of smartphones has skyrocketed. As a result, it's no longer uncommon to see phones being sold for $1,000 or more, making the decision to buy a new handset quite the investment. Thanks to the ever-growing used smartphone market, though, it's rather easy to take the sting out of those increasing prices. The used phone marketplace is a great way to save some cash on your next phone purchase, especially if you know where to buy used phones. Also, if you have old devices lying around that you aren't using anymore, selling them allows others to use them while simultaneously putting extra money in your pocket — making it that much easier to get your hands on one of the best Android phones for yourself.Things to consider before you buy a used phoneWe've already talked about how to sell or trade-in your Android phone to get the most money, and you can keep all of t...

The new tab displays limited-time deals on apps and games.What you need to knowThe Google Play Store could get a fifth tab on the bottom bar for limited-time offers.The new "Offers" tab is different from the existing offers section in a number of ways.Google could be displaying the new tab for a small set of users for now.The Google Play Store appears to have another tweak in the pipeline. Google is reportedly testing the addition of a new "Offers" tab to the bottom bar.The Play Store's bottom bar is getting a fifth tab that sits in the middle of the navigation bar, as reported by 9to5Google. It offers a single location in the app store to view limited-time sales and deals on some of the best Android games and apps. When you open the tab, you'll be taken to a page with carousels for "Offers for apps you might like" and "Offers for games you might like."The latest tweak appears to be part of an experiment for now as it has only been spotted in one instance, according t...

Black Friday is here, and that means now is the time to stock up on additional hard drives and make the switch to a new NAS enclosure. With plenty of deals already available and more going live every day, this is the best time of the year to upgrade your home server.Black Friday NAS deals:Deals now liveNAS enclosuresInternal HDDInternal SSDWe haven't seen as many new NAS enclosures launching as previous years, and there's a good reason for that. The global semiconductor shortage has affected the NAS category as well, with brands like Synology choosing to limit the introduction of new models. That said, most of the late 2020 launches will get exciting discounts, so that's something to look ahead to Black Friday draws close. In the meantime, we're rounding up a list of NAS enclosures that you should take a look at during Black Friday.Where to find the best Black Friday NAS dealsLike most years, you'll have to go to Amazon and Newegg for the best NAS enclosure deals. ...

It's also available on LG and Samsung smart TV lineups.What you need to knowTikTok rolls out its TV app to more TV screens across North America.The app is now available on more Android TV devices as well as LG and Samsung smart TVs.It offers a lot of the same benefits as the mobile version.TikTok partnered with Amazon Fire TV when it launched the TikTok TV app in the United States and Canada earlier this month, giving the entire family a way to join in on the latest craze together in their living room. Now, that experience is making its way to more TV screens.On Monday, the video-focused social networking service announced that the TikTok TV app is now available on more Google TV and Android TV screens in North America. Aside from those platforms, the latest expansion allows some LG and Samsung smart TV owners in the region to access TikTok content.The app offers the same experience as its mobile counterpart, including access to the "For You" and "Following" feeds on th...

While Black Friday tends to bring deals on everything from Android phones to cars and beyond, not everything is destined for a doorbuster deal on November 26. Google has made its best Pixel ever this year, by a wide margin, and that means that many of you will likely be hoping to save a few hundred on one this holiday shopping season. Unfortunately, like everything Google sells, Black Friday Google Pixel deals are a bit more complicated than most. Here's why and how you can find the best deals even when they're scarce.Jump to Black Friday Google Pixel deals:Pixel 6 and 6 ProPixel 4a and 5aPixel BudsPixelbookWhere to find the best Black Friday Google Pixel dealsGoogle Pixel deals will mostly be found from two places: the Google Store and at your local carrier. While Amazon has traditionally seen the best deals on Google Pixel phones around, Amazon can't seem to keep Pixel phones in stock right now. The Google Store has better availability, but fewer deals. Other retai...

The Raspberry Pi is a magnificent little side-project as you can use it to do pretty much anything that you can set your mind to. From the Raspberry Pi 400, offering an all-in-one computing solution, to creating a retro console by installing RetroPie on the Raspberry Pi, the sky is the limit. But one of the problems with the Raspberry Pi is that you need to have some type of way to actually interact with the interface.This is where the best Black Friday Raspberry Pi display deals come into play. This is the best time to pick up a display for your Raspberry Pi, with several enticing options on sale right now. Even if you plan on using your Pi as a "headless" system, it's important to ensure everything is set up properly and running before making the move. We've rounded up some of our favorite Raspberry Pi display deals for you to take advantage of on Black Friday!And if you're looking for more, be sure to take a look at the best Raspberry Pi accessories to fully customize your Pi....

Sennheiser is in its own league when it comes to auditory experiences. The foldable HD 450BT delivers exactly what you would expect from the best Sennheiser headphones: superior, full-bodied sound with comfort. These over-ear Bluetooth headphones look quite stylish too, with a minimalist design that reminds me of Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones.You won't find another pair of such fantastic wireless headphones at such an insanely good price. These come with 30 hours of battery life, ANC, and even an audio jack if you want to plug in for better audio. The Sennheiser HD 450BT headphones have a dedicated physical button to trigger Google Assistant or Siri, and there's a great companion app for your phone as well.The ongoing Black Friday sale on headphones includes these marvelous headphones from Sennheiser. You get a whopping $100 price slash, cutting the entire price neatly in half. Get a pair while you can, because this bargain is insane.Sennheiser HD 450BT Wireless Headphone - Bl...

Scrubbing hands wasn't talked of much before the COVID-19 era. Now we find ourselves fixating on soaps and sanitizers more than ever. You never know who cleaned their hands before touching something, so this hands-free Amazon Smart Soap Dispenser is a dream. No contact is needed, you just thrust your hands under the nozzle, and it squirts the right amount of liquid handwash.We especially love that this Smart Soap Dispenser supports Alexa. Once you set it up and pair the Amazon Smart Soap Dispenser with an Alexa device like the Echo Dot or Echo Show, you'll enjoy washing your hands a lot more. You can create a schedule, play tunes automatically while you rinse, or even ask Alexa to tell you jokes.Amazon is offering a 31% price cut on the Smart Soap Dispenser this Black Friday. Enjoy the discount and take advantage of it to grab all the nifty smart home products that you've been dreaming of. You'll never have to count to twenty while washing hands again — the Amazon Smart Soap Disp...

The two services will combine forces.What you need to knowLife360 is acquiring Tile for $205 million.Tile will continue to operate as its own brand entity.Life360 will benefit from Tile's brand presence while Tile will expand its Find network with Life360.The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022.Life360 announced on Monday that it has entered an agreement to acquire Tile, the company that popularized the Bluetooth trackers that recently inspired Apple and Samsung.The acquisition will allow both companies to benefit from each other. Life360, which is known for its family-focused location and tracking features, will be able to leverage Tile's strong brand presence in brick-and-mortar stores. Life360 already includes many features such as SOS Help Alert, crash detection, emergency dispatch, and more, which are available through the app.Meanwhile, Tile will be able to take advantage of Life360's network of more than 33 million smartphone users, significan...

A projector can bring a ton of life to your outdoor space or even a large indoor space. Available while supplies last at Walmart, the RCA RPJ161 projector is just $49 with a 100-inch screen bundled in. This deal is open to Walmart+ customers for a limited time with other customers able to access the deal later on. At $12.95 per month, Walmart+ can be a great way to snag some bargains before they run out at Walmart. There's also a 15-day free trial.The RCA RPJ161 is a 480p native projector that works with signals up to 1080p via one of the two HDMI ports. There's also a VGA connection on the other side and audio ports so that you can hook up an external speaker for more sound over the included speaker. The 100-inch screen helps you make the most of the projector with accurate colors in a dark environment. With a built-in USB port and support for the most common video and image formats, it's a cheap and easy solution for a presentation or slideshow at an event.Get a projector with HD...

Tronsmart is unbelievably good at making quality audio products for jaw-dropping prices. Consider the original Force Bluetooth speaker for instance. We chucked it into a pool from four stories above and that thing was still kicking! The brand has mastered the art of providing value, conquering speakers and headphones alike.The newer Tronsmart Force 2 is faster, stronger, and better in every possible way. It's still got that commendable level of robustness and an almost premium build. This iteration bumps up already amazing specs and takes them up a notch. Whether you float in the shallow side or dive into the deep side of the pool, the IPX7 rating will keep this Bluetooth speaker alive and well.Then there's the Qualcomm QCC3021 Chip, loud and crisp 30W sound, support for Google Assistant and Siri, USB Type-C charging, and Bluetooth 5. The Force 2 has a really cool broadcast feature where you can synchronize it with over 100 other Force 2 Bluetooth speakers. What more could you ask ...

Motorola released a lot of phones this year. Some of them were pretty decent, others were a bit so-so, but there indeed were plenty of them. Now that Black Friday deals have started popping up, we're looking out for offers on Motorola's already affordable lineup of smartphones during this shopping season.Motorola has just released its Black Friday deals for its smartphones, many of which are already quite a bargain and among some of the best budget Android phones around, especially since they can be found at a fraction of the cost that you'll find other smartphones.When are the Black Friday Motorola deals?Black Friday is fast-approaching and will occur on November 26. Plenty of retailers and OEMs have already announced their early Black Friday deals. Motorola's Black Friday deals are already in full effect, and you can purchase these phones at great discounts at several retailers, including Best Buy, Amazon, and Motorola's own website.What Motorola phone should I buy on Bla...

Black Friday is the perfect time to be on the lookout for some awesome smart home deals, and there are going to be plenty on the top smart speakers. These devices make excellent gifts for someone else or a nice treat for yourself. Adding these to your home, whether to expand your growing smart home setup or because you've always wanted a voice-controlled speaker, Amazon's fantastic sale on its Echo Show lineup is the time to buy.Echo Show speakers are some of the best Alexa speakers you can get thanks to the very helpful display on the front. When you have a smart speaker with a display, it adds a lot more context and visual information to the queries you ask Alexa. Not only that, but the screen also works as a clock, displays the weather, and even upcoming calendar appointments if you want it to.Our review of the Amazon Echo Show 8 2nd gen found that of all the options from Amazon that the 8-inch screen was nearly perfect for most situations. While this deal is for the first-gen...

The Surface Duo 2 is more durable than you think.What you need to knowZack Nelson from JerryRigEverything performed his latest durability test on the Surface Duo 2.The phone easily survived the bend test thanks to the Gorilla Glass Victus.This marks the most scratch-resistant foldable phone that's ever been released. Zack Nelson from JerryRigEverything is back with another durability test, this time with the Microsoft Surface Duo 2. As is the case with the majority of the best foldable phones, durability is always a concern, especially considering the steep price tags. This remains true even with Microsoft's latest attempt at a folding smartphone.But as is evidenced throughout this durability test, Microsoft's decision to opt for dual screens held together by a hinge versus a single folding screen is better for durability. When Nelson tries to bend the phone in half, there's a considerable amount of flex, but that's in large part due to the plastic frame. The impressive p...

What you need to knowThe FCC approved Verizon's acquisition of TracFone on November 22, 2021.Verizon reached an agreement to buy the prepaid carrier over a year earlier, September 13, 2020, for $7 billion.Verizon claims that TracFone customers will benefit from Verizon's investment with better services and new features.Verizon is applauding the FCC's approval of its acquisition of prepaid cell phone carrier TracFone. Verizon had entered an agreement to buy the carrier on September 13, 2020, for $7 billion. At the time, Tracfone was the largest MVNO in the country, with 21 million subscribers.Senior vice president of public policy and government affairs, Kathy Grillo, said of the deal: Verizon welcomes the FCC's approval today of our TracFone acquisition. The deal will provide customers with the best of both worlds: more choices, better services and new features thanks to Verizon's investment and innovation. Customers will benefit with enhancements in devices, network pe...

It's a good day for bargain hunters for every smart home product under the sun is on sale. Disney's adorable Mickey Mouse Edition of the Echo Wall Clock is no exception, currently going for 30% off on Amazon. If you've got kids, this is something you can't miss!Dressed in his classic red overalls and a can-do attitude, Mickey Mouse is universally adored by children (and many adults) across the globe. Not only does this Echo Wall Clock sport the cutest Mickey illustration we've ever seen, but it's also a smart clock. You can connect it to one Echo device at a time and give the clock commands or instructions through Alexa. Once you've mounted it on the wall of your choice, you can set it up in a few short seconds with your phone.Since the Echo Wall Clock - Disney Mickey Mouse Edition doesn't have a speaker, it alerts you when a timer stops by lighting up the markers. It's perfect for the kids' bedroom so they can learn time management. Or you could hang it in the kitchen to time your...

Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year, is fast approaching, and it's expected that some of the most widely discounted products during this time are going to be smart home gadgets. One of the greatest things about all these sales is that it doesn't matter if you're looking for some of the best Alexa devices, awesome Google Home-related tech, or even more futuristic smart lights to build out the smart home of your dreams — it's all going to be on sale. We'll keep an eye out for the best Black Friday smart home deals as the season progresses and update this list accordingly, so be sure to check back for the latest.Jump to Black Friday Smart Home dealsGoogle Home dealsAmazon Alexa dealsSmart light dealsSmart plug dealsSmart camera dealsSmart doorbell dealsWi-Fi router dealsBlack Friday is a fantastic time to pick up smart home devices. So whether you're just getting started and need an excellent smart speaker to manage your devices, like a Nest Hub Max, o...