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Both the Houston Texans and the Detroit Lions are playing below average football this year as they match up in week 12 on Thanksgiving Day in the US. The Texans are a bit worse for the wear as they come in at 3-7. The team did just best the Patriots, but it's not quite the accomplishment it would have been prior to the 2020 season. The Texans are hoping to regain Laremy Tunsil at left tackle after being out with an illness. Roderick Johnson filled in for Tunsil and could do so again if he doesn't return in time.Detroit is faring only slightly better at 4-6 but still sits at the bottom of the NFC North division with the Bears and Packers leading the group. If you're a betting person, the Texans are favored slightly, but that could shift as the game draws close.All three Thanksgiving Day football games seem to be evenly matched, just in different ways. This first game will likely be close with less sloppiness than than the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Football game that follows it...

If you are looking to replace your coffee maker this Black Friday, you may want to consider this awesome Keurig Black Friday deal. Right now, you can pick up the K-Slim coffee maker for just $49.99, which is $60 less than it normally sells for. Today's discount is only available on the black version of the single-cup coffee maker, but at 55% off it's hard to complain about which color is available at that price. For an extra $15 you can also add a bundle of K-Cups to ensure you never run out of caffeine again.Keurig K-Slim Single Serve K-Cup Coffee MakerIdeal for busy professionals, this machine can accommodate travel mugs up to 7 inches tall so you can fill up and hit the road. At $60 off for the version in basic black, you'll get a three-cup capacity, 46-ounce reservoir, and the option to fill an 8-ounce mug for your weekend cup or a full 12 ounces when you're heading out the door.$50 at AmazonThe K-Slim is designed to be, well slim. It doesn't take up a ton of space on...

Black Friday deals are officially live, and we're seeing exciting discounts for storage enclosures. A network attached storage (NAS) enclosure lets you store your media library in a single location and stream movies and videos to all devices on your home network.You can also back up all connected devices with ease, run your own audio and video server, mail client, offline photo storage solution, and so much more. If you are looking to buy your first NAS or upgrading to a new model, these are the best Black Friday NAS deals available right now.Best Black Friday NAS dealsSynology DiskStation DS220j | $34 offThe DiskStation DS220j offers crazy affordability and value, and you get two drive bays that can hold a total of 32TB of storage along with more powerful hardware. This is the ideal NAS if you want an affordable Plex media server.$136 at Amazon$136 at Newegg$136 at B&H PhotoSynology DiskStation DS920+ | $110 offThe DiskStation DS920+, is one of the most power...

The Thanksgiving sales are here now, and if you are in the market for a new Chromebook, you won't want to miss out on these new Black Friday Chromebook deals that just launched at Amazon. As part of the sale, Amazon is offering up to 15% off a few different Chromebook models, with prices starting at just $209.99 for the Samsung Chromebook 4, which is a discount of $40. If you are looking for something a little higher end, the Samsung Chromebook Plus is the option for you, and today it's down to just $479.99 from $550.Chromebooks at AmazonFrom $210 at AmazonAmazon has a few Chromebook models on sale for Thanksgiving deals, including options from Lenovo, Samsung, Acer & more. Prices start at $210, so don't miss out.There's also a Lenovo Chromebook S330 which is down to $239.99 from $280 and an Acer Chromebook 514 which is down to $299.99 from $365. With the exception of the cheapest Samsung Chromebook, the others have 14-inch displays with up to 64GB of storage built in...

Losing things can be an expensive habit but one Black Friday deal has arrived early today at Amazon with a solution to that problem that doesn't break the bank. Tile's Bluetooth Item Trackers are the perfect way to make sure you can always find your keys, wallet, or any other important items you can't afford to misplace. Today only, they are discounted by as much as 30%.All of the Tile trackers on sale today are the updated 2020 models. Prices start at just $17.99 for the single Tile Mate tracker or $24.49 for a Tile Pro, and you can save even further by choosing one of the bundles that includes more than one. The prices are a match for the discounts we saw during Prime Day a few weeks back, plus a few extra items are on sale this time, and you don't have to be a Prime member to make the most of the savings in this Thanksgiving sale.There are a few different models of Tile trackers, though the Tile Mate is the most versatile. It has a built-in keyring hole that lets you easily at...

All the best Black Friday deals are beginning to go live now that Thanksgiving is finally here, though one that really rises above the rest this year comes courtesy of Hulu. Similar to an offer only available during last year's Cyber Monday sale, Hulu is giving customers a chance to sign up and score a year of service at an amazing low price.Normally, Hulu's base tier is priced at $5.99 per month, though thanks to this year's Black Friday sale, new and eligible returning customers can sign up for just $1.99 monthly and lock in that price for 12 months! This limited time offer means you'll be paying just $24 for an entire year of access to Hulu and saving nearly $50 during that period. Hulu gives you the ability to cancel your subscription at any time with no penalty, so if you find you're no longer using your membership, you can end the subscription prematurely. This deal ends November 30, so be sure to sign up soon!Stream + saveHuluHulu is dropping the price of its monthly s...

Winter is coming. Cold weather is here. Time to curl up with a warm blanket, some hot chocolate, and a good one thousand or so books to read. Amazon is discounting several versions of the Kindle e-readers just in time for Black Friday. Get 30% off the Kindle Oasis, bringing it down to $174.99 from its regular price of $250. You can also get the 8GB Kindle Paperwhite for $84.99, which is 35% off its $130 price. These prices match what we saw on Prime Day, so if you missed your chance the first time around you can still save right now.If you're looking to get your kids into reading during the winter break, get them an Amazon Kindle Kids Edition Essentials Bundle for $97.97. That's a $45 discount. This bundle includes not just a Kindle but a year of Amazon Kids+, a kid-friendly cover, and a two-year worry-free guarantee that will replace the Kindle should anything happen to it. It also comes with a screen protector and a power adapter to keep it charged.Amazon Kindle e-readersSa...

We've seen a lot of stuff drop in price on Amazon already. A lot of fancy Amazon tech. Did you think Amazon was done? Of course not! Now is the time to get yourself a brand new Amazon Fire tablet because there's several versions on sale! You can get the Amazon Fire 7 tablet for just $39.99 or take $35 off the Fire HD 8 or Fire HD 8 Plus, bringing their prices down to $54.99 and $74.99 respectively. If you need more storage or a different color, be sure to check out all the options because Amazon tends to bring all the prices down together.We saw a similar tablet-wide sale at Amazon over Prime Day, and even though that was only a little over a month ago today's sale is actually even better. The Fire HD 8 tablets are actually $5 cheaper than a sale that already featured a brand new low on this gear when it launched at the time.Amazon Fire tablets | Up to $35 offPick between the Fire 7, Fire HD 8, or Fire HD 8 Plus and get huge discounts no matter which option you go with. These...

One UI 3.1 will add a 'Bixby voice unlock' option to the lock screen security settings.What you need to knowSamsung's Galaxy S21 series phones will reportedly have Bixby Voice as a biometric authentication method.The feature will be a part of One UI 3.1 and will be rolled out to older Galaxy phones as well.There's no word yet on exactly how the feature will work.Earlier this month, a huge specs leak revealed that Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S21 series phones will be relatively modest upgrades over their predecessors. According to a new report from SamMobile, the Galaxy S21 trio will feature Bixby Voice as a biometric authentication method, making it possible for users to unlock the device using just their voice.The feature will apparently be part of Samsung's One UI 3.1 software, so it is likely to make its way to Samsung's best Android phones of 2020, including the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Note 20 series a few weeks after the Galaxy S21 series phones go on sale. While it is a...

Black Friday deals are coming in thick and fast, and if you're looking for a smart speaker, you are in luck. Google's Nest Mini is down to an all-time low price of $19 — a 61% discount from its usual price of $50 — making it one of the best early Black Friday deals yet.This particular deal is valid on all four color variants: Sky, Charcoal, Coral, and Chalk. The Nest Mini is the ideal point of entry if you haven't made the switch to a smart speaker yet, and the insane discount makes it an easy recommendation this Black Friday.Too good to missGoogle Nest Mini | $31 off$19 at Best Buy $19 at Walmart $19 at TargetThe Nest Mini combines a great fabric-based design with powerful Google Assistant integration and decent sound quality. You can use it to control smart home lights, set reminders and alerts, listen to news briefings, and so much more. It is the ideal starting point for a smart speaker, and the 61% discount makes it one of the best deals around.The Nest Min...

Walmart has kicked off the final round of deals as we lead up to Black Friday. The retailer has been running deals all week in timed promotions, with hundreds of products discounted. Today's early Black Friday sale includes exciting discounts on Apple products, Nintendo Switch consoles and accessories, Samsung TVs and budget tablets like the Galaxy Tab A, Google's excellent Nest Hub smart speaker, and so much more.Walmart will offer the same deals in-store on November 27, but you're better off picking up these products online right now. Considering that most of the products listed below are down to their lowest price we've seen yet, you should act fast while they're still in stock. Walmart will continue to restock most of these products throughout Black Friday, so if a particular deal is out of stock at the moment, check back shortly. Without further ado, these are the best Black Friday deals at Walmart.Walmart Black Friday dealsSmart where it countsGoogle Nest Hub$50 at ...

Walmart knocked another $100 off to make a good deal a great one.Chromebook deals have been picking up steam this week as we reach the final stretch before Black Friday. I had to do a double-take when I first came across this deal on the Acer Chromebook 715 because it was already $171 off last week, but Walmart has bumped up that discount to $271, making the touchscreen model of the Acer 715 half-off.This Chromebook has the #10 spot on our Best Chromebooks list as one of the best big-screen Chromebooks on the market. It has a rather unassuming look to it but like the Millenium Falcon, she's got it where it counts, kid. The full-size, full format keyboard, glass trackpad, matte-finished touchscreen, and powerful internals combine to make this the workhorse Chromebook that's perfect for working from home or learning from home.Supersized and perfectly pricedAcer Chromebook 715 | $271 off at WalmartPrefect for working from homeGet an Intel Core i3 processor, 128GB of storage,...

Black Friday sales one some of the best Chromebook models have already started, and more of them are scheduled to take place over the coming days. Availability has been extremely limited for Chromebooks lately, and any chance you can buy one is a chance you should take advantage of. Retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and others have a few great Black Friday Chromebook deals going live, and we've been tracking all of them.Here are all of the best Chromebook Black Friday deals you can take advantage of, so don't miss out.Chromebook Black Friday DealsAcer Chromebook 715 | $271 off at WalmartThis super-sized laptop is currently #10 in our Best Chromebooks because it's bulky but powerful. you get a 15.6-inch touchscreen and a full keyboard with a number pad.$279 at WalmartHP Chromebook 14 (14-CA061DX) | $170 off at Best BuyHP makes bigger and beefier Chromebooks, but for a kid's first computer, the HP Chromebook 14 is a great match. You get plenty of ports an...

Black Friday deals are in full swing, and one of the best subscription deals you can get right now is the lifetime Plex Pass. Plex is an amazing service that lets you stream your locally-stored media collection to any connected device in your home, and the best part is that it also lets you access your media library when you're traveling.Plex Pass costs $4.99 monthly or $39.99 annually, and the lifetime pass usually costs $120. But the lifetime subscription is being discounted to $90 for Black Friday with promo code SURVIVETHESEASON, and there's an easy way to bring that price down even further. Just change the country to Brazil in the payment window, and the price goes down to BRL374, or the equivalent of $70. The promo code is valid until 11:59pm PT on November 27, so make sure you act fast to unlock the savings.One of a kindPlex Pass | $50 off at Plex$70 at PlexJust use the promo code SURVIVETHESEASON and change the country to Brazil during payment to get lifetime acce...

When looking for the best wireless headphones, there's no doubt that you have to at least consider the AirPods Pro. These in-ear headphones from Apple offer some of the best noise cancelation you can find, along with transparency mode so you can have conversations when you need to.Black Friday is quickly approaching, and we are now seeing the lowest prices ever for the AirPods Pro. Normally, these are priced at $249.99, but have been more regularly found for around $200 as of late. But for Black Friday and to kick off the 2020 holiday shopping season, they are down to just $169. But you'll need to act fast, as they are likely to go out of stock rather quickly.The best from AppleAirPods ProThe AirPods Pro are not only the best headphones to come from the Apple side of the fence, but they are also a fantastic pair of Bluetooth earbuds for Android. Between the ANC, decent battery life, and Transparency Mode, these offer everything you could want in a set of truly-wireless head...

Whether your phone is fresh out of the box or three years old and can't even last to happy hour, you need a trusty power bank you can rely on. You never know when you're going to get stuck away from a charger for hours on end, like when your three-hour flight turns into 10 because of weather delays or when that "quick trip" to the mall to finish Christmas shopping turns into a full-day marathon. For these times — and about a thousand others — you need a power bank that can just live in your purse, or next to your car keys on the nightstand so you can just grab it and go.There's a whole host of power banks and portable chargers getting Black Friday deals this week, but Zendure's deal is live early. It's got a wonderfully compact design and it even comes in an absolutely dazzling cobalt blue that's just going to pop when your children, siblings, or partner pull it out of their stockings on Christmas morning. With one for you from Santa, of course.Tiny mighty chargerZendure Supe...

The Monster Hunter universe is crossing over itself.What you need to knowThe upcoming Monster Hunter movie starring Milla Jovovich releases in theaters on December 25.Jovovich's character Artemis is coming to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne in a crossover event as a playable character.This two-part event begins on December 4.The upcoming Monster Hunter movie starring Milla Jovovich is set to release on December 25 and to help promote the film, there's a new crossover event coming to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. Beginning on December 4, players will be able to fight a Black Diablos and Greater Rathalos as Artemis, Jovovich's character in the new film. You can get a quick look of this crossover in action via the video below.While we don't have full details right now, completing this event will net players rewards like new layered armor and and new titles. Monster Hunter World has had prior crossover events, with one particularly notable quest even bringing in Geralt o...

Best answer: No, the PS5 Digital Edition cannot play discs of any kind since it doesn't have a disc drive. If you want to use discs with your PS5, you'll need to get the regular console that has a disc drive and supports disc-based media.Make sure you buy the right one: PS5 (See at Amazon)What is the PS5 Digital Edition?Like its name suggests, the PS5 Digital Edition is a PS5 model that cannot play disc-based media of any kind since it completely lacks a disc drive. Instead, any games you'd like to play will need to be downloaded directly to its solid-state drive (SSD) for storage. This also means it won't be able to play any 4K Blu-ray discs or DVDs.Other than the removal of its disc drive, Sony's Jim Ryan said that both consoles are identical in an interview with CNET. As you saw, there is a small difference in the form factor of the two consoles. I'm sure you also observed, the basic design aesthetic is consistent between them. So there is that and the fact that the ...

Although it's been a little over a year since its release, the Jabra Elite 85H still hold up against the likes of Sony's and Bose's best noise-canceling headphones. One of the biggest reasons to pick up the Elite 85H over the other best noise-canceling headphones had a lot to do with the price and comfort. For Black Friday, these headphones are even cheaper, coming in at the lowest price ever.Cancel out the noiseJabra Elite 85h | $100 off at AmazonThe Jabra Elite 85H may be a bit older now, but these headphones offer a combination of comfort, battery life, and customization that can't be matched at this price. There's a reason why Jabra hasn't updated them with a true successor just yet.$150 at AmazonAs for what you get, you'll find long-lasting battery life, even with the Active Noise Cancellation is activated. Jabra claims that the Elite 85Hs will last up to 36 hours, but we found that they actually came in around 32 hours, which is still absolutely phenomenal. In fac...

We have seen quite a few great wireless earbuds deals recently, but this Galaxy Buds Live sale may leave you wanting some new earbuds. The Galaxy Beans come in four different flavors while featuring a one-size-fits-all design, so you don't have to worry about getting the wrong-sized ear tips or anything of that sort.Grab the BeansSamsung Galaxy Buds LiveThe Samsung Galaxy Buds Live look like beans, fit in everyone's ears, and have a great sound profile. ANC is a bit lacking, but they will still do a great job for the majority of users.$140 at AmazonOutside of the all-new design, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are intriguing thanks to the features that Samsung packed into these earbuds. Active Noise Cancellation is onboard, which is surprising considering that these have an open-ear design. This means that the Beans won't match up against the likes of the Jabra Elite 85T, but are still worthy of being considered amongst the rest of the best wireless earbuds.As one would ...

Expandable storage may not be as commonplace in phones as it used to be, but there are still plenty of devices that support microSD cards — including the Galaxy S20 FE, which topped our list as the best Android phone of the year for most consumers.Even if your phone doesn't support expandable storage, though, there are still plenty of good reasons to grab a microSD card. You can toss one into your Nintendo Switch to hold far more games internally, or pop it into your favorite action camera or drone (or even the full-sized SD slot of your DSLR using an adapter) to keep shooting for longer. During Black Friday week, SanDisk's popular 128GB offering is available for 25% off, bringing the total price down to just $15.Expand your storageSanDisk 128GB microSDXC UHS-1 | $5 off at Amazon$14.99 at AmazonMicroSD cards are great for expanding the storage capacity of your phone in a pinch. Of course, you can also add them to your Nintendo Switch, action camera, or drone, and with...

Beyond the big-ticket items that you may be shopping for this holiday season, you might also want to look for smaller, more affordable gifts or stocking stuffers. One great gift that fits the bill here is Amazon's popular Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Alexa-enabled smart speaker. This little marvel can do everything the larger Echo speakers can, but it takes up much less space, is arguably more attractive, and costs much, much less. This Black Friday deal has the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) down to an all-time low price of just $19!Put Alexa in every roomAmazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) | Up to $21 off at various retailersThe popular Echo Dot (3rd Gen) is back down to its lowest price ever. Use Alexa to control your smart home, set alarms and reminders, or play music. Four fun colors are available, including Charcoal, Heather Gray, Sandstone, and Plum.$19 at Amazon $19 at Best BuyEven though we adore the fourth generation Echo Dots, the third-generation Dot is still a great buy, and it still h...

The past year or so has seen a massive rise in streaming services. Big names like Netflix and Hulu continue to dominate, HBO Max and NBC's Peacock are now trying to make a name for themselves, and T-Mobile recently threw its hat in the streaming ring with TVision. Simply put, there's a lot to choose from.Among all those options, Philo stands out as one of the best values. It retails for $20/month for access to 63 live TV channels, and as part of a Black Friday special, you can get it for even less. For new customers, sign up for Philo right now and pay just $10 for your first month.This deal is live right now, and if you ask us, it's the best offer in streaming at the moment.Stream it allPhilo (1-month subscription) | 50% off at Best Buy$10 at Best BuyPhilo is one of the many streaming services available in 2020, but it manages to stand out as one of the most compelling. It offers over 63 live TV channels, unlimited cloud DVR recording, and no pesky contracts. Get s...

Make sense of your healthFitbit Sense$280 at Best BuyProsOnboard GPSECG, EDA, skin temperature sensorsActive Zone Minutes featureAdvanced heart rate technology6-day battery lifeConsLTE connectivity is not an optionPrevious Fitbit bands aren't usableWhen you're looking for a smartwatch that will help you stay on top of your health, you can't do much better than the Fitbit Sense. You'll have advanced heart rate technology, a handful of important sensors, stellar battery life, and a free Fitbit Premium trial.Stay connected at all timesSamsung Galaxy Watch 3From $339 at AmazonProsOnboard GPSOptional LTE connectivityMilitary-grade durabilityTwo size optionsNew health/fitness featuresConsMore expensiveBattery life could be betterThe Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is a nice improvement from its predecessor. Users will have onboard GPS, optional LTE connectivity, seamless smartphone notifications, mobile payments, and some new health/fitness ...

While the Google Pixel 4a 5G isn't going to be winning any beauty contests, the best Pixel 4a 5G cases jazz up this affordable 5G phone. Protecting your investment is paramount, but let's get real. Life's too short for boring phone cases. Thankfully, these Pixel 4a 5G cases are anything but boring.Keep it safeTudia DualShield Merge SeriesStaff PickTudia's Merge Series has been protecting Pixels big and small for years, and if you need some heavy-duty support for your Pixel 4a 5G from Day One, this case will do the job for less than a large pizza.$11 at AmazonFabulous feelGoogle Fabric CaseGoogle's fabric case feels just as amazing on the Pixel 4a 5G as it has in previous generations, and this year we have some fun color options like the Blue Confetti and the classic but ever so sophisticated Basically Black.$40 at Amazon$40 at Best BuyTwo-tone texturingCaseology ParallaxIf you can't settle on one cool color for your Pixel 4a 5G case, check out the Paral...

Best Black Friday Canada deals:Smart HomeAudioPhones, Tablets & AccessoriesLaptops & PC ComponentsGamingTelevisionsLifestyle & KitchenBlack Friday is often considered to be a very U.S.-centric holiday, and while that may be true, that's not to say Canadian shoppers don't get to bask in killer deals as well. If you know where to look, it's very possible to save a ton of cash even if you live in the Great White North.Unlike years past, Black Friday 2020 looks a bit different than normal. Instead of retailers trying to pack their stores with as many shoppers as possible, we're seeing tons 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!Best Canada Black Friday deals at a glance:Amazon: Shop the holiday dash deals nowBest Buy: Early Black Friday deals are flowingWalmart: Holiday deals are ready to buyNeweg...

Health and fitness champFitbit Sense$280 at Best BuyProsBuilt-in GPSActivity/health trackingActive Zone Minutes featureECG, EDA, skin temperature sensorsExcellent battery lifeConsLacks LTE connectivityCannot use previous watch bandsIt's hard to rival the Apple Watch but the new Fitbit Sense is a fierce competitor, to say the least. It includes some new data-driven sensors that keep you in tune with all aspects of your health. You also get much better battery life, a lower price tag, and a free Fitbit Premium trial.A very robust smartwatchApple Watch Series 6From $330 at AmazonProsBuilt-in GPSOptional LTE connectivityActivity/health trackingECG and SpO2 sensorsNew native sleep trackingConsMore expensiveShort battery lifeNo major improvements over Series 5If you're already entrenched in the Apple ecosystem, the Apple Watch Series 6 is a good choice. You'll need an iPhone to use it, after all. This robust smartwatch offers plent...

2020 has been a busy year for Samsung, as the company has continued its seemingly monthly-release cycle with new devices and accessories. The Samsung Wireless Charger Trio launched back in October, and makes it possible for you to charge your phone, smartwatch, and wireless earbuds in a single place. Despite launching recently, you can get it at its lowest price ever for Black Friday — $70, down from $90 on Amazon.Charge all the thingsSamsung Wireless Charger Trio | $20 off at AmazonThanks to the six built-in coils, the Samsung Wireless Charger Trio is capable of charging up to three devices at once. This includes your smartphone, watch, and headphones, while also providing some of the fastest wireless charging speeds available.$70 at AmazonSamsung packed a total of six coils inside of the Charger Trio, ensuring that regardless of how you put your devices on the pad, they will get recharged. There's even a dedicated spot on the right-hand side for a Galaxy Watch to re...

Beta testers usually expect bugs, but there's a limit.What you need to knowSamsung started rolling out One UI 3.0 to beta testers.However, a new bug has emerged which breaks the lockscreen for the Galaxy Z Fold 2.Samsung has since pulled the update while it works on a fix.Samsung just started rolling out betas of One UI 3.0 and Android 11 to its flagship phones, but it's been forced to halt the Galaxy Z Fold 2's rollout due to a serious bug.As spotted by Tizen Help, the beta update breaks the Fold 2 lockscreen and prevents users from unlocking the phone. This issue presents itself whether you're using a pin, a password, or biometrics.Samsung has now pulled the release because well, it's pretty show-stopping. Not being able to use your phone at all isn't ideal even for a beta program. The company will probably implement and roll out a fix soon given the severity of the bug — a comment by a representative on the company's official forum already says as much.Samsung's ...

If you're in the market for a new smart speaker but prefer the Google Assistant to Apple's Siri or Amazon's Alexa, you can't do much better than Google's Nest Hub line. With a large 10-inch display, the Nest Hub Max is fantastic for streaming your favorite shows or videos, makes for a more functional video conferencing hub, and serves as the ultimate smart home dashboard. I love mine so much, and it occupies prime real estate in the busiest room of our house — the kitchen. Don't be a turkey and miss your opportunity to grab this Black Friday deal for $50 off the Googe Nest Hub Max!Max discountGoogle Nest Hub Max | Up to $51 off at various retailersEverything about this smart speaker is grand, from its large 10-inch screen to its smart recognition technology, to its built-in privacy controls. It's a great way to chat with friends and loved ones, and it makes for the best digital photo frame you can buy.$180 at Best Buy $179 at Walmart$180 at B&HThe Nest Hub...

Google's history of wireless charging on its Pixels is somewhat rocky, but the Google Pixel 5 should work with a wider variety of wireless chargers. Yes, the Pixel 5 might actually end the insanity of wonky compatibility and bizarre charging speeds we saw with the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4, thanks to the 15W Extended Power Profile used in the Pixel 5. There are many, many great chargers out there that support this wireless spec, but your Pixel deserves only the best. These are the best Pixel 5 wireless chargers, including pads and stands.Everything includedAnker PowerWave II StandStaff PickSkip the confusion about your wall charger being the wrong one by grabbing a wireless charger with a proprietary AC adapter. You should also be able to charge through medium-thickness cases.$36 at AmazonGrippy, low profileBelkin Boost Charge 15W Wireless Charging PadBelkin has long been a wireless charging partner for Google's Pixel line. This 15W pad comes with a wall adapter to ensu...

The Breville Joule Sous Vide precision cooker has dropped to $149.95 on Amazon. That price is $50 off what it has sold for the entire year. In fact, you'd have to go all the way back to last year's Black Friday sales to find it going for a lower price. A lot of times devices tend to drop in price at least a few times throughout the year, but this one has not so Black Friday is your big chance to save.The Joule has set itself apart from other sous vide cookers by being much smaller while still maintaining (or exceeding) the power of larger devices. It is only 11 inches tall and weighs about 1.1 pounds so it's small enough and light enough to slide into a drawer when you're done. It still has 1100 watts of power, which means you can get your water bath super heated in no time at all.It also has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built into it. You can pair the cooker with your smartphone and use the Joule app. You'll be able to use the app to find recipes and tips on how to use the cooker. It als...

Keep your monitor(s) at eye level and your body will thank you for it.We're a diverse group here at Android Central, but we all have one thing in common that's a big part of our lives: we work from home, putting in long days in front of a computer screen. We're always trying new things to be more productive and make work easier, but one very simple thing can have a huge impact on both your productivity and your health — putting your monitors up off of your desk.Monitor arms have a lot of benefits to anyone who works at a desk as well as people who spend a lot of time doing anything at a computer. Things like gaming or just surfing the web are all better when you're more organized and not craning your neck to see what's on your screen. With Black Friday being the best time to buy a computer monitor, it's also the best time to get a mounting arm to put it in the right place!The biggest benefit of using a monitor arm is the ability to change the height, depth, and angle of your ...

Take your gaming (and working) experience to the next level with this amazing high-refresh 49-inch monitor from Samsung. It's curved so you can see both edges of this beast and gives you all the screen real estate you could ever want from a single display.Take command of your battlestationSamsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 Gaming MonitorThis incredible monitor measures in at 49-inches, which makes it Samsung's largest 1000R curved monitor. It's Double QHD resolution means you can use it as dual QHD displays or as a single giant 5120 x 1440 monitor and the high refresh rate means you can say goodbye to choppy gameplay or stuttering spreadsheets. It's a beauty!$1,190 at AmazonThere's no better way to game or work than on a giant slice of screen. You can see more of what you need to see without any scrolling and when you go really big you'll never have to worry about losing track of the actual content because of controls or other bits of window dressing.It used to be that you wo...

When you look at the mobile carrier market, there are really only three names sitting at the top of everything. Those major mobile carriers blanket the country in their service, but they can charge a pretty high price when it comes to solo shoppers. Luckily, there's a way to get onto their networks without having to pay their prices.MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) like Red Pocket Mobile sell service like any other carrier, but in effect they're re-selling the service of one of the major carriers. By paying for that service wholesale, they can offer lower prices for users and develop more compelling bundles.Red Pocket, for example, actually offers its service through all of the major carriers. This means you can subscribe to its service and continue to get the same coverage you were getting from your previous carrier. This is a useful feature in areas where you know some carriers have spotty reception.Red Pocket Mobile's service$5 at Red Pocket MobileSee Red Pocke...

Chromebooks are getting interesting again.What you need to knowA new Chromebook running a Snapdragon 7c is coming in 2021.The Chromebook will be a detachable tablet with an 11-inch 3:2 display. It's also set to be the first Chromebook with a kickstand.The trend in consumer computing at the moment is the move away from Intel to ARM processors. While Intel previously had the monopoly on power, ARM processors bring with them benefits including support for mobile connectivity and better battery life. Apple has accelerated this shift with the new MacBooks, but Google and Microsoft were already slowly moving towards this on their respective platforms. Now, there are reports about a new Chrome OS tablet coming next year, and it'll bring a few things we haven't seen on the platform.The report comes from the enthusiasts over at Chrome Unboxed who gleaned a few details from Chromium commits. Codenamed Coachz, this upcoming tablet is a detachable tablet that's powered by the Snapdra...

There are countless ways to learn a language nowadays. Leading the pack is Babbel, an award-winning app that helps you master real-world conversation skills. In a special deal, you can currently get lifetime access for just $199 — that is 50% off.Whether you're learning your second language or your tenth, Babbel makes the process fun. Instead of studying boring lists, you pick up new words through mini-games.Available online and on mobile, Babbel also has speech recognition technology. This allows the app to provide live feedback on your accent, like a personal coach.There are 14 languages to choose from on Babbel, and lessons take around 10-15 minutes each day. Each course is focused on everyday topics, such as family, travel, business, and food.Over 10 million people have learned a language with this platform, and it has picked up great reviews — PC Mag said Babbel "exceeds expectations, delivering high-quality, self-paced courses."It's also rated at 4.5 stars on Andro...

The PS5 is out now, and as fans try to buy the extremely in-demand system, one of the most crucial accessories many players will need is a headset. Not only does a headset enhance your gaming experience with its immersive qualities, but thanks to the variety of incredible multiplayer games available nowadays, you'll need something to interact with your friends or other players as well. Thankfully, there are tons of options available, and we've gathered some of the best wireless PS5 headsets that you can buy now.The official modelPulse 3D Wireless HeadsetStaff PickFollowing Sony's line of wireless headsets for its consoles, the PULSE 3D is the latest headset for the PS5. It offers 3D audio support, as well as dual noise-canceling microphones. The headset also up to 12 hours of life through its built-in rechargeable battery, and better yet, will work across both the PS5 and PS4 with a wireless adapter. Like the console itself, the new headset is sold out everywhere.From $22...

More time and effort needed in these uncertain days.What you need to knowStudio MDHR first announced Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course at E3 2018.This DLC adventure introduces a new isle, bosses and Ms. Chalice as a playable character.The Delicious Last Course is being delayed in 2021 due to the ongoing pandemic.Cuphead is a run-and-gun sidescrolling adventure done in the style of 1930s cartoons. A DLC pack titled Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course was first announced in 2018 and was previously set to release sometime in 2020.Now, the developers at Studio MDHR have shared some unfortunate news: The Delicious Last Course is delayed in 2021 due to the pandemic. The team is continuing to polish the new content until it's nothing less than "our best work." You can read the full statement below.In the wake of the ongoing global pandemic affecting so many, we have made the difficult decision to push back the release of The Delicious Last Course. For our wonderful Cuphead com...

As winter descends on much of the northern hemisphere and COVID-19 keeps many of us from traveling this holiday season, people are looking for entertainment outlets to keep them occupied. One of my favorite pastimes is reading, and I absolutely love digging into a good book on my Kindle Paperwhite. You can bet your bottom dollar that I'm going to rush to take advantage of this Black Friday deal on Amazon Kindle e-book best sellers for $5 or less, and I think you should too!Curl up with a good e-bookAmazon Kindle Best Sellers | $5 or less at AmazonIf you can't find a book on the Amazon Kindle store, it probably doesn't exist. Now you can stock up on some of today's best sellers for $5 or less. Talk about a great way to spend your winter quarantine!$5 or less at AmazonWhether you're a casual or voracious reader, you're sure to find something of interest in Amazon's Kindle e-book store. Not only can you store literally thousands of e-books on your Kindle device, but you ...

You can get an excellent start to your smart home and save a bundle with this Wyze smart home starter pack. Home Depot is running a Black Friday sale on this all-in-one smart home kit that will save you almost $30. Wyze makes some fantastic smart home gadgets all at a great price, from outdoor wireless cameras to fitness bands and so much more. This deal makes that inexpensive smart home tech even cheaper.Automation is keyWyze Smart Home Starter BundleYou'll be able automate a lot of your daily routines with this Wyze smart home bundle. It's got contact and motion sensors, an indoor camera, a hub, light bulbs, plugs, and even a micoSD card to store you camera footage on.$50 at Home DepotOutfitting your home with things like door sensors, motion detection, bulbs, plugs, cameras, and more can add up very quickly. Wyze offers all of those things and more. These gadgets add some automation to your house for way less than other companies. While Wyze's smart home bundle is ...

Best answer: Yes, the PlayStation 5 supports HDR10, the most common type of HDR. You just need a TV that supports it as well.An easy way to play: PlayStation Store Gift Card (From $20 at Amazon)- Next-gen sweetness: PlayStation 5 ($499 at Amazon)What is HDR?HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and is often used to describe something that can process a wider range of input or output than a standard device.When it comes to displays on devices like a television, HDR delivers a better contrast ratio that allows screens to produce better color in a variety of fields, including brighter whites and darker blacks. This results in a sharper, more defined image on your screen that, when combined with a more accurate color palette, essentially makes things much better.Are there different types of HDR?You've likely heard of HDR or Dolby Vision, but there are some other types of HDR that are out now, and a bit more advanced. One of the most recent advancements, HDR10+, is an improvement...

Make yourself a tidy little Chromebook charging station with this compact charger.Power Delivery has made the charger game so much easier in the last two years: if you buy a really good model, you can charge everything you own with one single charger, from Chromebooks to MacBooks to phones and everything in between. What's especially great about charging Chromebooks is that since the top speed they charge at is 45W, you can actually find chargers that charge two Chromebooks at once without burning through your wallet (or burning down your house).Meet the RAVPower GaN PD 90W Wall Charger, the two-port USB-C Power Delivery Charger I use to keep my little stable of Chromebooks and Android phones charged. It's quite small, it's quite cool, and it's down to its best price ever with today's Black Friday charger deal.Two laptops, one chargerRAVPower GaN PD 90W Wall Charger | $17 off at Amazon with couponThis charger is smaller than many 45W chargers, but it'll charge two Chromeboo...

With COVID numbers on the rise, many people are making the responsible but difficult choice not to travel to visit loved ones this holiday season. Instead, they are coordinating virtual family get-togethers via Zoom, Skype, Duo, or other video chat platforms. Thanks to this awesome Black Friday deal on the Amazon Echo (2nd Gen), you can easily keep in touch with your friends and family on a beautiful 10.1-inch screened Alexa smart speaker.Socially distant holidaysAmazon Echo Show (2nd Gen) | $80 off at various retailersThe Amazon Echo Show (2nd Gen) ushered in the current style of Alexa screened speaker, and it's still currently the largest Echo with a screen that you can buy. Watch videos, control your smart home or keep in touch with friends and family via its 10.1-inch screen and 5MP front-facing camera.$150 at Amazon$150 at Best BuyEven though it's a few years old now, the Amazon Echo Show (2nd Gen) is one of the biggest and best Echo Show devices available. It s...

PS5 stock is selling out fast so be sure to have your credit card ready.Want to buy a PS5? Well, so do millions of other people and the stock levels that we've seen so far are tight. Every time a retailer puts stock up for sale, it sells out super quickly. The longest we've seen them stay in stock is like 15 - 20 minutes, and that's at random times, so finding one for yourself can be a difficult task. Sony has warned that it will be difficult to find stock, but retailers are promising more is coming.In our PS5 review, we called it a technical marvel with a groundbreaking controller.Jump to:When are retailers releasing new stock?Buy in the U.S. Buy in CanadaBuy in the UKWhere to buy PS5 accessoriesTips for buying a PS5Which PS5 games you should buyWhen are retailers releasing new PS5 stock?Walmart will have more PS5 stock on Wednesday, November 25 at 9pm ET ahead of Black Friday. It's unclear when exactly other retailers are expecting more stock, but you'll pro...

When it comes to exciting Black Friday deals, we usually think of big-ticket items like smartphones, laptops, TVs, etc. While those are all great, there are tons of excellent deals to be had with smaller products, too.A perfect example of this is with the Mophie Powerstation. It's a portable battery pack that allows you to charge your devices no matter where you are, and it's heavily discounted right now.You'd normally pay $50 for this version of the Mophie Powerstation, but right now, it's down to a mere $15. In other words, it's a Black Friday deal you can't afford to miss.Charge on-the-goMophie Powerstation 8,000 Battery Pack | $35 off$15 at Best BuyA battery pack is one of the most essential accessories you can have for your smartphone, and this one from Mophie offers incredible value for Black Friday. Normally retailing for $50, this 8,000 mAh pack can be yours right now for just $15.All power banks/portable chargers serve the same general purpose, but th...

The Instant Pot Duo Nova 10-quart 7-in-1 multi-cooker pressure cooker is down to $89.99 at Best Buy. This is an all-new low price for a pressure cooker that normally sells for around $150 and has never dropped this low directly before. You might also be able to find this on Amazon, but it has had a hard time staying in stock there. Amazon does have the 8-quart version for $69.99, which is also a great price.So with this one appliance you get seven tools. You'll get a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, saute pan, food warmer, and yogurt maker. Plus, the 10-quart size is great for big families. If you plan on doing big dinners or cooking a lot of food during the holidays, you want something with room to spare.The Duo Nova uses a microprocessor that can monitor and adjust for things like pressure, temperature, time, and heat. It cooks food up to 70% faster than normal methods. Use the lid to easily seal in your food and let it cook, but then you can very simply twis...

Best answer: Yes, the Quest 2 Elite Strap is worth buying, though there are issues to note. It's more ergonomic than the strap that ships with the Oculus Quest 2, and it has a wheel for easy adjusting. There's also an option for a version with a battery built-in. There have been some quality issues, but they seem to have been addressed by Facebook.Strap it up: Quest 2 Elite Strap ($49 at Amazon)Play all day: Quest 2 Elite Strap with Battery and Carrying Case ($129 at Best Buy)Improving the fit of the Oculus Quest 2The Oculus Quest 2 comes with a cloth strap that's better than the strap that shipped with the original Oculus Quest. The default strap is more comfortable than its predecessor and keeps its size well, but it isn't the best strap available for the Oculus Quest 2. Facebook has an official Quest 2 Elite Strap that delivers the best VR experience for the headset.The Quest 2 Elite Strap is more ergonomic than the cloth strap that ships with the Oculus Quest 2. The ...

The ecosystem of smart home accessories and devices that work with Amazon's Alexa smart voice assistant is vast, and one of the most popular categories is smart lighting and Alexa controlled light bulbs for using your voice to turn them on and off, adjust colors, and more. With so many options out there, how are you supposed to know which ones are the best Alexa controlled light bulbs? My top choice is the Philips Hue A21 1,600 Lumen Bulb because it comes from an industry-leading brand, has a massive ecosystem of other Hue products it will work with, and it plays well with Alexa. Plus, it's super bright, which means you can use it almost anywhere and get as much light as you need.Best Overall: Philips Hue A21 1,600 Lumen BulbChance are that when you think about smart lights, the brand that comes to mind first is Philips Hue. The product line was introduced way back in 2012 and has arguably maintained its status as the dominant brand in the smart lighting space to this day.Eve...

Whether you're just getting started, or are an experienced vet, you're probably excited for all of the great Black Friday Raspberry Pi deals that are being made available. There's just about something here for everyone, as Black Friday usually covers many more categories than just smartphones, TVs, and gaming consoles.Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Board | $35 at AmazonWhile the Pi 3 Board is a few years old, it's still more than capable of handling much of what you would need to throw at it. This board features four USB-A ports, an Ethernet Jack, Micro-USB for power, a full-size HDMI output port, and even a camera port.$35 at AmazonFrom finding the best Raspberry Pi kits to beefing up your storage with the best SD cards, you can find great deals in just about every corner of the web. The Raspberry Pi is one of the most versatile pieces of technology that you can interact with, especially if you want to learn how to build computers, so it only makes sense for you to try and save ...