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Thanks to the nature of my job here at AC, I've had the privilege of using a heap of smart speakers. Like, a lot. I've established a pretty good idea of what's hot and what's not, and throughout my testing, I've concluded that the Sonos One is one of my favorites.No matter how you slice it, the Sonos One checks just about every box you can think of. It looks great, sounds incredible, supports stereo pairing, works with multiple digital assistants, and so on.The Sonos One is not a cheap speaker, and it's one of the few that's not being discounted during Black Friday. Even so, it's the smart speaker I love the most, and I think you should still go ahead and pick one up.I love it so muchSonos OneThe smart speaker I can't get enough ofYour options for smart speakers are endless, but the Sonos One stands out as a premier choice above everything else. Why? It sounds downright incredible, works with both Alexa and Google Assistant, supports Apple's AirPlay 2, and is a great st...

A fantastic deal on one of the best short-throw laser projectors you can get for under $2,000.Xiaomi doesn't sell a lot of products in the U.S., but a welcome addition to its portfolio is the Mi Laser Projector, which is sold officially by the Chinese manufacturer on Walmart. The short-throw laser projector retails for $1,999, but for Black Friday it is on sale for $1,499, a full $500 off. The pricing puts the U.S. version on par with the Chinese model, which lacks Android TV.That makes the Mi Laser Projector one of the best deals if you're in the market for a laser projector. It comes with Android TV out of the box, has excellent brightness and contrast levels, and it can project up to a 150-inch image at Full HD (1920 x 1080) while just 50cm away from the wall. I've been using this projector for the better part of two years, and I haven't had a single issue.Home cinemaXiaomi Mi Laser Projector$1,499 at WalmartThe best short-throw laser projector under $2,000.Xiaomi'...

You can jump your car any time anywhere without needing another vehicle.One of the worst fears you can have with your car is not being able to get it to start and being stranded somewhere. I personally think everyone should have a car jump starter in their glove box. This particular one has enough juice to jump start 12V cars, SUVs, trucks, or vans up to 30 times before running out of charge. If you don't end up using it, it also holds a charge for up to 12 months before needing a recharge. It's a lifesaver for those times when you accidentally leave the lights on or when your child doesn't shut the door all the way, and it drains the battery. I love that it's compact enough to store in my glove box, and it's super easy to use.Tacklife car jump starterThis amazing little unit can jump a car up to 30 times before needing a recharge. What's more, it can hold it's charge for up to 12 months when not used. It also has an LED flashlight and two charging ports.$49.38 $79.97 $30.5...

I never used to use gaming headsets until about a year ago, and now I can't get enough of them.Out of all the headsets that I've had the privileged of trying or owning, I don't think it's an understatement to say that the Astro A50 is one of the very best.Astro makes top-of-the-line gaming peripherals and stands toe-to-toe with its competitors like Razer and Turtle Beach. I've had a few Razer headsets of my own, and while I adore my Razer Kraken X, I don't think anything's as good as the Astro A50. After just trying it out one time, I was hooked. It's hard to find comfortable headsets with my glasses. Many of them tend to put too much pressure on the sides of my head or weigh too much and end of giving me a headache. I liked the Razer Kraken X because it solved these problems for me. I never imagined that the Astro A50 could solve these as well considering it looks a bit bulky, but it does.Astro A50 Wireless HeadsetGet crystal-clear 7.1 surround sound with the Astro A50 wir...

If you want to skip the line at your local coffee shop and save some cash in the long run, you can grab a Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso maker for nearly 60% off. The deal lasts until the end of Black Friday, but you'll have to act fact. The machine usually costs $233 but is down to $100 for the rest of the day.Custom coffeeNespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Maker$100 at AmazonIntelligent blendingThis coffee and Espresso maker scans your coffee blends to deliver a customized blending experience.The Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso maker works with Nespresso capsules, opening your coffee break to a wide variety of blends and flavors. This machine scans each blend's barcode and adjusts the brewing parameters to match each blend. It supports five different cup sizes, so you can create a customized blend that's just the right size for you.This bundle includes both the device and a collection of Nespresso capsules. To make a cup of coffee or Espre...

All my life, I've been a huge PlayStation fan. My first real game console was a PlayStation 2, which was later upgraded to the PlayStation 3 and then a PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro. I even rocked a PSP Go for quite a few years, and some of my favorite gaming memories have come from exclusives like Uncharted, The Last of Us, and Infamous.It's safe to say that PlayStation has been a big part of my gaming lifestyle throughout the years, which makes what I'm about to say next all the more impactful — At just $149 during Black Friday 2019, the Xbox One S All Digital is the very best gaming deal out there.PlayStation is still great and will always hold a special place in my heart, but considering everything the Xbox brings to the table, I just may have to pick one up for myself.As the name suggests, this version of the Xbox One S is entirely digital. In other words, it doesn't use physical discs to play games. That might sound like a deal-breaker, but at least for me, it makes a t...

The features compares authenticity codes to verify the sender.What you need to knowGoogle has added a new 'Verified SMS' feature to its Messages app.When enabled, the feature will check if incoming messages are from a verified business or not. For now, the feature is only available for users in the United States. Google is adding a new 'Verified SMS' feature to its Messages app, aimed at protecting users from phishing attempts. The feature is available (via Android Police) in the latest Messages beta v5.3.075 and will likely soon be enabled on the stable version too. However, the Verified SMS feature is currently available only in the U.S. Whether or not the feature will be expanded to other countries in the near future, remains to be seen. While the feature is enabled by default, you can turn it off by heading over to Settings in the Messages app. When enabled, Google will verify the identity of a business sending you SMS messages. This is done by translating the rec...

There are so many great deals flying around right now for Black Friday that your head might already be spinning, but fear not! We at Android Central and Thrifter have you covered!Many of these great deals can be found on Amazon, and many great Amazon products are seeing unprecedented sales. Case in point — the Amazon Echo Flex. Introduced this past September and only recently available for purchase, this latest Echo form factor is sure to be a huge hit this holiday season.Plug and playAmazon Echo FlexThe Echo for every (other) roomThe Amazon Echo Flex is an Alexa speaker that can plug into any standard outlet and is perfect for transitional or workspaces like utility rooms, hallways, bathrooms, or garages. At $5 off, this thing now screams impulse buy!$19.99 $24.99 $5 off$20 at Amazon $20 at Best BuyWhat is the Echo Flex you might ask? Basically, it's a plug-and-play Echo that is intended for those spaces where a traditional Echo or smart speaker either does...

We're big fans of Fitbit here at AC. The company's been leading the fitness tracker market for years, and now, is one of the biggest names when it comes to smartwatches. If you need help deciding which Fitbit is a good fit for you, you're in the right place.Our pickFitbit Versa 2$149 at AmazonProsComfy, lightweight designWaterproof up to 50 metersBuilt-in Amazon AlexaFitbit Pay is includedOver five days of battery lifeConsDoesn't have GPSReleased in 2019, the Versa 2 is Fitbit's best smartwatch ever made. It has a fantastic design, an easy-to-read AMOLED display, and offers 24/7 heart-rate monitoring. Compared to the Versa Lite, the Versa 2 has considerably more smarts with the inclusion of Alexa and Fitbit Pay.Best for lessFitbit Versa Lite$99 at AmazonProsSame exact design as the VersaAvailable in more vibrant colorsWaterproofHeart-rate sensorConsLacks on-screen workoutsNo local music storageDoesn't track floors climbedIf you rea...

Black Friday 2019 is in full swing. If you're looking for the hottest deals on this special day, you've come to the right place. Things are already starting to sell out, and we are seeing some incredible offers coming from all different retailers around the internet.The following seven deals are hot and won't last long.Shark Robot Vacuum with Self-Empty BaseThat's right, this robot vacuum will empty its own dust bin into the base when it's full, and the base can hold up to 30 days worth of dust and debris. It has a self-cleaning brush roll, strong suction, and so much more.Ninja FoodiThis Black Friday deal saves you $80 and brings it back to the lowest price we've ever seen. This model has a pressure cooker, air fryer, and tender crisper all built into one.Aukey Charging AccessoriesThis one-day sale drops Aukey accessories down to their best prices to date. With portable chargers, USB-C wall plugs, Bluetooth speakers and headphones, plus mechanical gaming keyboards, t...

Foldable flagshipSamsung Galaxy Fold$1,930 at Best BuyProsTop-tier specsLong battery lifeMassive real estateGreat camerasConsFragile and not water-resistantVery expensiveCover screen is crampedThe Galaxy Fold is Samsung's most ambitious phone yet, able to fold out from a thick, narrow phone-sized device with a small screen to a thin miniature tablet, and it all fits in your pocket. It has a whopping six cameras, flagship-tier specs, and all-day battery life.Futuristic throwbackMotorola RAZR$1,500 at MotorolaProsTerrific build qualitySplash resistanceClever use of the cover displayLess expensiveConsDated specsTiny batteryUnimpressive cameraThe RAZR is a modern reimagining of the most popular flip phone ever made, folding out vertically into an otherwise typical smartphone with mid-range specs and a single rear camera. It's by no means a flagship, but the compact, nostalgic design could win you over.Foldable smartphones ha...

Polaroid Originals offers all-new cameras and accessories for the 21st century. For Black Friday, the company is offering significant savings on cameras, films, and more. Given that Polaroid products (especially the film) are often expensive, now is a great time to stock up and start snapping.Remember whenPolaroid Originals Black Friday DealsSee at Polaroid OriginalsSo much to seeWhat's old is new again with the all-new Polaroid Original lineup of cameras, film, and accessories.For those of a certain age, Polaroid instant cameras were the ones you used to capture the perfect moment in time. Polaroid Originals has brought back the iconic cameras for the current century. For Black Friday, be sure to check out the OneStep 2 Starter Set - Stranger Things Edition and OneStep 2 Festive Edition Starter Set. There's also the OneStep 2 Starter Set. Each of the starter kits includes film.Are you only looking for instant film? Polaroid Originals is offering film packs for 30 ...

A VPN is your first and most important line of defense against hackers who are after everything from your browsing history to your credit card number, and each of the top-rated VPNs below is available for an additional 40% off when you enter the coupon code BFSAVE40 at checkout.1. KeepSolid VPN Unlimited: Lifetime SubscriptionMSRP: $500 | Sale Price: $39 | Price w/ code BFSAVE40: $24Protect your online activity and browse without restrictions with this VPN that offers a wide range of unique protocols.2. Ivacy VPN: 5-Year SubscriptionMSRP: $899 | Sale Price: $20 | Price w/ code BFSAVE40: $12This award-winning VPN lets you browse at full speed on all of your devices, and you’ll be able to connect in seconds.3. Disconnect VPN Premium: Lifetime Subscription (5 Devices)MSRP: $700 | Sale Price: $29 | Price w/ code BFSAVE40: $18Block trackers and browse faster with this all-in-one VPN that keeps you safe from prying eyes across the globe.4.&nbs...

Getting a VPN set up on your PlayStation 4 isn't as hard as you'd think. What matters is buying the right VPN so you know you can trust in its quality. The setup after that is simple, and you'll be able to stream content from other regions in no time. It doesn't work for all region-locked content that check the region of your PSN account, but a lot of content only checks your IP address.Products used in this guideRegion-locked no more: ExpressVPN (From $7/month at ExpressVPN)Wired connection: Cat-6 Ethernet Cable ($8 at Amazon)Connect to your PS4 from a routerIf you don't already have a VPN, sign up for one. We recommend ExpressVPN.Set up the VPN on your wireless router. The exact way varies from router to router, so whichever VPN you get should provide specific instructions. Alternatively, you can buy a router with a VPN already installed.On your PlayStation 4, go to Settings.Select Network.Select Set Up Internet Connection.Choose Use Wi-Fi. Select Easy when ask...

British mobile operator EE has kicked off its Black Friday savings with some pretty significant discounts on some of the year's major Android flagships -- including big names like the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Huawei P30 Pro. Highlights from EE's considerable range of deals include this handful of Android standard-bearers:Samsung Galaxy S10 - 60GB plan for £46pm, £10 upfront (was £64pm, £10 upfront)Huawei P30 Pro - 60GB plan for £46pm, £10 upfront (was £69pm, £10 upfront)Samsung Galaxy A70 - 10GB plan for £31pm, £10 upfront (was £39pm, £10 upfront)Of the deals above, the P30 Pro in particular is a tempting proposition. Huawei's flagship is among our favorite phones of 2019, and £46 per month is only a hair over EE's SIM-only prices. If you want a P30 or P30 Pro without the carrier deal, Huawei self has some excellent offers on its own Amazon storefront.Meanwhile, iPhone fans can get similar savings on...

We love our CASETiFY accessories, and today you can buy them for up to 30% off. Buy one item, get 15% off. Buy two items, get 25% off. Buy three or more items, and get 30% off your purchase with promo code FILLMYBAG.Fun, colorful accessoriesCASETiFYup to 30% off sitewideBlack Friday bargainsExpress your personality with accessories in a huge range of designs (including custom) from CASETiFY. Use the code FILLMYBAG to get the discount.I personally own quite a few CASETiFY accessories and love the colorful styles. Mix and match: get the same pattern on accessories for all of your devices, or get different designs if you prefer. You can literally choose from thousands of patterns, and for many items, you can upload your own custom design.CASETiFY is probably best known for their smartphone cases. I've owned a number of CASETiFY iPhone cases over the years, and I love them. The Snap Case is their lightest, slimmest, and least expensive case. The Grip case is a little "mor...

The UK mobile operators are getting in on the Black Friday madness, and Vodafone UK has just dropped its range of on-contract deals, which includes big savings on flagship Android phones from Huawei, Samsung and Sony. Among the highlights are the Galaxy S10 5G, Xperia 5 and P30 Pro. Savings across the life of a 24-month contract with the carrier range from £300 to 600.The sale runs from today until Monday, December 2 and, as far as Android stuff goes, breaks down like this:Samsung Galaxy S10 5G - £48pm, £29 upfront (was £75pm, £49 upfront)Sony Xperia 5 - £36pm, £9 upfront + FIFA20 PS4 Bundle (was £63pm, £9 upfront)Huawei P30 Pro - £31pm, £9 upfront (was £52pm, £49 upfront)Samsung Galaxy Tab A, 5GB data - £17pm, £10 upfront (was £21pm, £10 upfront)Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e, 5GB data - £21pm, £10 upfront (was £26pm, £10 upfront)If you just need mobile ser...

It's Black Friday and that means there are some great deals to take advantage of. Western Digital storage drives have been discounted by as much as 30%, making it almost impossible to run out of space ever again.Save on WD storageSee at AmazonWestern Digital is one of the leading brands when it comes to storage drives and the company's range of external solutions are currently on sale.WD 2TB My Passport - £53 (was £70)WD 5TB My Passport for Mac - £100 (was £125)WD 5TB My Passport - £96 (was £125)WD 10TB My Book - £142 (was £257)WD 8TB My Book Duo - £190 (was £289)WD 16TB My Book Duo - £270 (was £499)WD 20TB My Book Duo - £334 (was £570)WD 24TB My Book Duo - £380 (was £600)WD Black 2TB D10 Game Drive - £56 (was £90)WD Black 4TB D10 Game Drive - £92 (was £130)WD Black 5TB D10 Game Drive - £102 (was £140)WD Black 8TB D10 Game Drive -...

This Black Friday, one of the best Android phones of the year is yours for £429.99 unlocked on Amazon. At this price point, nothing really comes close to Huawei's smaller P30, which features the same high-end processor as the Pro, and a capable 3X zoom camera. Huawei's deal on Amazon UK includes the luxurious iridescent "breathing crystal" color variant -- a personal favorite of mine-- in addition to black and aurora options.The deal is time-limited, so you're going to want to jump on this one quickly!Phenomenal valueHuawei P30£429 at AmazonA fantastic all-round handset with excellent cameras.The P30 Pro delivers in the areas that matter, with robust internal hardware backed by outstanding battery life and fast wired charging. And then there's the camera: with a 40MP primary lens and an innovative 8MP 3x zoom lens, the P30 lets you take astounding shots in any lighting condition.This has to be one of the best UK Black Friday deal we've seen for any Andro...

If you're in the UK and you've been holding out for a cheeky price cut on a new Google Pixel phone or accessory, you're in luck. The Google Black Friday sale has some decent deals on phones, smart home products and accessories -- including the cheapest UK price we've seen for the newly-launched Pixel 4. Google's flagship is down to £559 from the launch price of £699, a saving of £70.Google Pixel 4£559 at AmazonGoogle's latest handset features the new Assistant, a striking matte design and the best photos on any Android phone.Google's UK storefront also has the Pixel 4 XL and Pixel 3a series with the same £70 saving, as well as savings on Google's smart home portfolio. In particular, Google is practically giving away the older Google Home Mini, which now sells for just £19.£70 off Pixel 4, 4 XL£70 off Pixel 3a, 3a XL£30 off Nest Hub Max£20 off Nest Mini£30 off Google Home Mini...

The UX 9.0 update is expected to begin rolling out before the end of the year.What you need to knowLG has released a new video showing off the latest version of its custom user interface.LG's new UX 9.0 is a significant improvement over UX 8.0, featuring a more intuitive design and a system-wide dark mode. The UX 9.0 update is expected to hit the G8 ThinQ before the end of the year. LG announced last month that it will roll out the stable Android 10 update for its flagship G8 ThinQ smartphone before the end of the year. The company has now released a video that gives us an early look at all the new features and changes that the UX 9.0 update will bring to the table. LG had debuted the Android Pie-based version of UX 9.0 with the G8X ThinQ in September, although other phones like the G8 ThinQ and V50 ThinQ will get UX 9.0 along with the Android 10 update.As you can see in the video below, LG's new UX 9.0 is strikingly similar to Samsung's One UI in many ways. While LG has...

Did you know you can get Alexa built-into your phone?Black Friday is a great time to upgrade to a brand new phone, and Amazon continues to be a great source for finding some of the best deals on smartphones.Among all the great Black Friday deals, we've been specifically waiting for Amazon to drop deals on phones with Alexa built-in. These are phones that come with Alexa pre-installed right out of the box, meaning you'll be able to summon Alexa for all of your daily inquiries and smart home commands. These are especially great phones for anyone who already owns and loves other Amazon Echo products powered by Alexa, and loves the idea of seamless Alexa integration in a smartphone.Phones with Alexa built-in Black Friday DealsMoto G7Motorola One ActionLG G8 ThinQ LG Stylo 5Moto G7 - $180 (Save $120)The Moto G7 is a mid-range phone with a sleek glass design, giving it a nice premium feel despite the steeply discounted sticker price. The phone is built around a 6.2-inch ...

Black Friday is underway the UK early this year with some savings to be had across numerous product categories. If you're on the hunt for an SD card to store data on without splashing too much cash, you're in luck with these excellent savings on SanDisk storage.Some of these deals will last through to early December while others may end today, so be sure to double check while browsing to ensure you don't miss out.Deals on SanDisk SD cardsAmazon currently has some killer deals now on for SanDisk SD cards, whether you need one for your mobile phone, Nintendo Switch, camera or laptop.SanDisk Extreme 64GB microSDXC £10 (was £28 - 64% off)SanDisk Extreme 128GB microSDXC - £18 (was £24 - 25% off)SanDisk Extreme 256GB microSDXC - £48 (was £71 - 30% off)SanDisk Extreme 512GB microSDXC - £96 (was £172 - 45% off)SanDisk Extreme 1TB microSDXC - £289 (was £454 - 36% off)SanDisk Extreme PRO 64GB SDXC - £14 (was £2...

Black Friday deals are coming in thick and fast. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the next week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsSmartphonesAudio & HeadphonesCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesGamingMovies & BooksToysHome Improvement and DIYKitchenPersonal CareKidsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to just £22 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Fire tablets and Kindle New Kindle Paperwhite, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below. Newest DealsBlack Friday will bring with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the l...

Black Friday has finally hit the UK and Amazon kicked off its Black Friday event with a number of hot discounts across its first-party hardware, including Fire TV, Fire Tablets, Echo and Kindle.DealapaloozaAmazon Echo, Fire and Kindle Black Friday dealsSee at AmazonBlack Friday is finally underway at Amazon with some hot discounts across the company's own Echo, Fire and Kindle hardware lineups. Get 'em while they're hot!Deals on Amazon EchoDeals are live across the Echo range covering the speakers, models with a display like the Echo Show, and there are some tasty bundles with other hardware that will help you save even more.Echo Dot 3rd Generation - £22 (was £50 - 56% off)Echo Dot + Philips Hue RGB 2 Pack - £62 (was £135 - 54% off)Echo Dot + Philips Hue White 2 Pack - £32 (was £75 - 57% off)Echo Plus - £100 (was £140 - 29% off)Echo Show 5 - £50 (was £80 - 38% off)Echo Flex - £20 (was £25 ...

If you don't already have a Chromebook, it's time to change that. Black Friday brings a bunch of great discounts to products that you've probably had your eye on during the year. There are a bunch of Chromebook options available, so you're going to want to know what you're looking for from a Chromebook so you can help yourself buy the right one. Whether you need a new laptop for work or want to try out a Chromebook before you get one for your kids, here are the Chromebooks you can grab on sale right now!Best Black Friday Chromebook dealsHP Chromebook x360 14-da0011dx ($350 at Best Buy)Lenovo Chromebook C330 ($247 at Amazon)HP Chromebook 14-db0050nr ($209 at Amazon)Acer Chromebook 11 N7 ($150 at Amazon)Acer Chromebook 14 ($159 at Walmart)HP Chromebook x360 14-da0011dxThis 14-inch 2-in-1 Chromebook is almost half off and ready for long days of work and relaxing evenings with some videos and games. With a Core i3, 8GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, this is not a budget Chromebo...

Black Friday is here! Sort of! Most Canadian retailers have already started updating their prices for Black Friday, and you can get some incredible deals in Canada, from retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, and others.We're constantly updating this list, so check back often!Best SellersNewest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsLaptopsPCs, Monitors & Office electronicsPC GamingSmartphonesTabletsHeadphonesSpeakersCamerasWearables & AccessoriesConsole GamingVPNsMovies, Music & BooksHome Improvement and DIYKitchenFashionPersonal CareToysToddlers & BabiesThis year's top picks on AmazonLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to CAD$29.99 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, Fire tablets and the New Kindle Paperwhite, too.Best SellersFitbit Versa 2 CAD$199.95 (was CAD$259.95)AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 6-Core Processor CAD$229.9...

Black Friday is here, and the deals are flowing in Australia. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsVPNsSmartphones & TabletsHeadphones & speakersGamingCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesHome, Kitchen & OutdoorsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to AU$39.99 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Echo Show 5, Ring Doorbells and Ring Security Cameras, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below.Newest DealsBlack Friday is bringing with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the latest deals you won't want to ...

I use a lot of phones and see a lot of phone deals throughout the year. The only one I can unreservedly recommend during the 2019 Black Friday season is the $299 Pixel 3a, or the $379 Pixel 3a XL.Yes, the $549 OnePlus 7 Pro is compelling, as is the $549 Galaxy S10e, but even discounted, those are too expensive for many people. At $299, the Pixel 3a is an impulse purchase, something you're likely willing to try on yourself or a loved one without too much hesitation.Here's why.Unlike the Pixel 4, which pushes the envelope in many ways and fails in most, the Pixel 3a is a good old-fashioned budget smartphone that just gets the job done. It's made of hardened plastic that won't break when you drop it, and its processor doesn't push the envelope of speed and efficiency.Yet, when you use it, you forget about all of that. That plastic actually looks nicer than the metal used on other Pixel phones, especially in the Purple-ish color that I've grown to love, and that mid-range process...

Thanksgiving Day has arrived, which means that Black Friday officially begins tomorrow. We aren't crazy, and we know that the deals are already flowing, and we've been covering them for weeks already. If you're planning to kick off your Black Friday shopping today, this is where to do it.We've collected hundreds of the best deals that are available right now, and will be constantly updating these lists with new deals as they become available. You'd be surprised with just how many deals are starting on Thanksgiving this year. Don't miss out on something you really want because you waited just a day too long.We are still updating this list, so be sure to check them all out right now!Black Friday DealsLastestAmazon Devices4K & Smart TVsUnlocked PhonesGamingSmart HomeHome ImprovementNewest Black Friday DealsIf you only have a few minutes to browse deals on Thanksgiving between family affairs, here are 25 of the newest deals our team has spotted. These are consta...

Not everything we need is connected to our mobile devices. There are lots of other items we want and Black Friday is the time to get the best deals on those items. Pick up your holiday gifts now, or just snag a bargain on something you've had your eye on.Top of the lineKitchenAid KP26M1XDP Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Stand MixerStaff FavoriteThis is an investment piece, and there is no better time to invest than Black Friday when you can get the best price. Ask anyone who owns one of these: it's a once-in-a-lifetime purchase because it will last forever. Sure, it comes in a rainbow of colors and makes a statement on your kitchen counter, but it also happens to be one of the best mixers you can buy.$330 at AmazonHydrateS'well Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water BottleTrade in the disposible plastic water bottles for a vacuum-insulated, triple-layered, 18/8 stainless steel water bottle. Keep your hot drinks hot for up to 12 hours and your cold drinks cold for...

The cult classic from Double Fine is back! Here's what you need to know about Psychonauts 2.The Game Awards may celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the industry every year, but its show in 2015 captured the attention of fans for a different reason, and it started with an unexpected trailer.Because of the enthusiasm of Psychonauts' fans, Double Fine Productions announced a sequel to the cult classic platformer. There was a slight catch though: the studio needed a little help from fans to make Psychonauts 2 a reality.Crowdfunded successInstead of taking the usual approach and crowdfunding the game through Kickstarter, Double Fine did something slightly different. The studio chose to create its own crowdfunding platform known as Fig, where a fan's investment can earn them exclusive rewards and even shares from a game's sales.With the goal of raising $3.3 million to fund development, over 24,000 backers pledged towards the campaign to raise over $3.8 million in total a ...

The wait is finally over, and the long-anticipated Disney Plus (or Disney+) streaming service is finally available. It enters a space that's already pretty crowded, but stands out thanks to its unique family-friendly offerings that include titles not only from Disney itself, but also Start Wars, Marvel, National Geographic, and more. It may not directly compete with services like Netflix and Prime Video, but the number of Disney Plus shows that are available makes it worth checking out.Now, on to the key bit of information here: how much does Disney Plus cost? Well, there are a few different plans for Disney Plus that you can sign up for, making the price for Disney Plus range from $6.99 to $12.99 per month. The lower cost is the best Disney Plus price you'll get right now, while more expensive is a pretty sweet Disney Plus bundle that you'll need to check out. You can sign up for an annual plan to save a little extra, and there's even a free trial available. Let's take a second to...

Right now, the best smartwatch for Android users is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2. It's optimized for Samsung phones but runs well on all Android devices and has all the smartwatch and fitness features you'd expect. It's compact and lightweight but still offers good battery life. But if you're not into that one, the good news is that there are so many other amazing options from Fossil to Garmin to Fitbit and more.No matter which watch you decide on, there's a good chance you can snag a great Black Friday deal on it — and the best part is, there are already a ton of amazing deals. There are so many great deals on every brand of smartwatch, from Samsung to Fitbit to Garmin — just beware the trackers you shouldn't buy.Best Overall — Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2You don't have to use a Samsung phone to enjoy the benefits of owning a Samsung smartwatch, and the Galaxy Watch Active 2 provides the most well-rounded wearables experience for Android users right n...

Not all great headphones have to be super expensive. And not all cheap headphones have to be bad. Sometimes you have to find the middle ground. The Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 is a perfect example of this with superb sound quality, long battery life, and are super comfortable to use for long periods.Best Overall: Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2The Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 are by far the best value when it comes to headphones in this price range. They have physical media controls that are super solid, long battery life with up to 30 hours on a single charge, and are ultra-comfortable for long term use.In terms of sound quality, the BackBeat Pro 2 offer a rather neutral mid-range and treble, with a modest bass boost to give it an overall warmer sound signature. Making it suitable for more bass-heavy genres such as EDM, hip-hop, or rap, but with the neutrality of the mid-range and treble, they're versatile enough to be good in all genres.For comfort, the BackBeat Pro 2 are decent....

From Powerbeats Pro to Bose QC 35 II, the discounts make it hard to decide which headphones to buy.I may or may not be turning into a headphone junky. I've already got about a half a dozen pairs, but here I am looking at these incredibly good Black Friday deals and thinking about buying more. I've always wanted to see just how pro the Beats Studio3 headphones are, and former iMore managing editor, Serenity Caldwell raved about how comfortable the Bose QC 35 headphones are. Plus, with Christmas right around the corner, I'm thinking about getting a pair of Powerbeats Pro for my mom (hope she's not reading this right now!).The Bose QC 35 II headphones in rose gold are $100 off today. If you've had your eye on a pair (and don't mind pink) this is an incredibly good deal. If you're not a fan of rose gold, you can get them in black or silver for $30 more, still a good price.Comfort KingBose QC 35 II$249 at AmazonThe most comfortable active noise-canceling over-ear headphones on...

Update: This Lightning Deal has now ended, but you can still pick up this excellent baby monitor for $140 with the included $20 instant coupon. The original deal is below.If you're a parent, you know that getting a baby to sleep isn't easy, especially in the early months. You also know how important it is to have a great baby monitor.I've cycled through half a dozen monitors from almost every company you can think of, but the search is off now that I have the VAVA 720P 5" HD Display Video Baby Monitor. It's got a pretty generic name, but don't let that fool you.See them sleep betterVAVA 720P 5" HD Display Video Baby Monitor$110 $160 $50 off with couponSee at AmazonIf you're tired of poor video and audio quality, or getting "no signal" errors all over your house, the USB C-powered VAVA 720P 5" HD Display Video Baby Monitor is outstanding.First, it's USB-C-powered. You have no idea how amazing that is until you realize you can charge your monitor with the same cor...

Thunderbolt 3 docks are powerful tools that can turn a laptop with minimal ports (including at least one Thunderbolt 3) into a versatile workstation ready for external displays and plenty of accessories. With strong performance typically comes a high price, but Black Friday has a bunch of popular docking stations on sale. We've rounded up the best deals right here.Thunderbolt 3 Dock Black Friday DealsCalDigit TS3 PlusHP Thunderbolt G2IOGear GTD300Belkin Thunderbolt 3 MiniStarTech TB3DK2DPPDCalDigit TS3 Plus — Save $30 at AmazonOur top pick for a Thunderbolt 3 docking station is $30 off thanks to a coupon offer, bringing the total price down to $250. For ports the CalDigit TS3 Plus includes five USB-A 3.1, two USB-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2, two Thunderbolt 3 (one for the host laptop), Ethernet, S/PDIF, an SD card reader, and 3.5mm audio.While connected to your laptop the dock will deliver up to 85W of power to keep it charged, and it's all contained in a sleek, du...

If you've spent time online in the past week, you've been bombarded by Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping deals. Many Americans will be taking advantage of these discounts to buy new tech. After all, you can find some great deals right now! When you purchase tech, you'll be asked if you want to add-on a warranty protection plan. Here's what you need to know before saying yes or no.Does a warranty make financial sense?Overall, warranties absolutely make financial sense. For example, the average out-of-pocket repair cost for a broken smartphone is $424. With smartphone protection from a retailer, you will save $56. Alternately, with smartphone protection from Upsie, you will save over $250! Upsie's plan prices are low and the deductible prices are the lowest in the industry.If your phone were to break again, you would simply need to pay the deductible price to get it repaired again. For those of you with kids, you know how easily a device can break!The most affordable war...

Best answer: No. If you've got PlayStation Now, you can play PlayStation games online. You won't have access to the other benefits that PlayStation Plus brings, however, such as special discounts and sales.Get started with PlayStation streaming: 1-month PlayStation Now membership ($10 at Amazon)Stock up your PlayStation wallet: PlayStation Store gift card (From $10 at Amazon)Is online multiplayer included with PlayStation Now?If you subscribe to PlayStation Now but not PlayStation Plus, you'll still have access to online multiplayer. Technically, according to the FAQ for PlayStation Now, you have access to multiplayer for "the majority of games" though this seems to be a disclaimer, rather than an actual statement that some games' multiplayer is blocked off. Free to play games, such as Fortnite, do not require any subscription to play online.Do I get the other features from PlayStation Plus?No, things like the monthly free games and the discounts for PlayStation Plus sub...

Now's the best time to add the Razer Phone 2 to your gaming collection!If you're a hardcore fan of mobile gaming, chances are you've already been eyeing the gaming smartphones that have rolled out over the past couple of years. One of the coolest phones I had the privilege of reviewing was the Razer Phone 2, a phone designed for gaming and entertainment with a 120Hz refresh rate and massive front-facing speakers.While it was admittedly a hard sell at $800 compared to other phones in that bracket, the price has steadily dropped. This Black Friday has seen the price drop even further to just $300 at retailers such as Best Buy. You may also want to take the money you saved on the phone and snag yourself Razer's new Junglecat controller, which essentially turns the phone into a Nintendo Switch with LTE connectivity.Stand out from the crowdRazer Phone 2$300 at Best Buy $425 at WalmartA flagship built for gaming and entertainment.The Razer Phone 2 offers a phone design and ...

Black Friday deals are coming in thick and fast. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the next week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsSmartphonesAudio & HeadphonesCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesGamingMovies & BooksToysHome Improvement and DIYKitchenPersonal CareKidsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to just £22 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Fire tablets and Kindle New Kindle Paperwhite, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below.Newest DealsBlack Friday will bring with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the latest deals you ...

Thanksgiving is the time of year when families come together to relax and eat — and talk about all the great Black Friday deals you've already scored. While it's easy to think of all the cool products on sale this time of year, Google has also done a great job of offering steep discounts on some great digital entertainment, from mobile games to movies and TV shows. These can be great for entertaining the fam after Thanksgiving dinner, or maybe as an early Christmas gift to yourself or your loved ones.Now's a great time to spend some of that Google Play credit you've been saving up or quickly load up your account with a Google Play gift card.Play moneyGoogle Play Gift Code (Email Delivery)$25+ at AmazonGet your apps and entertainment onGoogle Play gift cards are the best way to buy what you want without leaving a credit card on file. The best part is that you can choose the denomination of your gift card, from $25 up to $200.Games up to 80% offGoogle has a ton of...

Roborock impressive range of entry-level to high-end robot vacuums fits a variety of needs.So you want to get a reliable robot vacuum, but you don't know where to start. It's understandable given that there are so many options out there. As someone who's tested dozens of these cleaning devices, I can say that Roborock is an amazing company to go with. They offer several different vacuums, that are all reliable and powerful cleaners. We've split these vacuums into categories to help you know what you should expect from purchasing anything from an entry-level to a high-end Roborock robot vacuum. That way, you can figure out which one would be best for your specific needs.Without further ado, here's what to expect from any Roborock robot vacuum in any range whether it be an entry-level, mid-range, or high-end vacuum.Roborock's vacuum rangeWhat to expect with any Roborock vacuumEntry-level vacuumsMid-range vacuumsHigh-end vacuums What to expect with any Robo...

Here's what you need to know about carrier throttling of unlimited plans.You're probably already aware that all the major U.S. carriers offer an unlimited plan and that they have imposed a limit on it if you use too much data in a single billing period. If you're not, we're talking about wording like this in the carrier terms of service: During congestion, customers using>50GB/mo. may notice reduced speeds; Essentials customers may notice speeds lower than other customers.That's T-Mobile's, but every carrier has something similar in the contract terms that say the same thing — use too much and we can stop giving you that high-speed LTE data that you know and love and toss you back to those 2007 3G data speeds. Users call it throttling, carriers call it prioritization, but no matter what it's called, it means the same thing: some users may get slowed down if they use too much data in a single month.That has a lot of vague wording in it — some, may, a small fr...

There are affordable Android phones, and then there are Android Go phones. Android Go devices are designed to be as cheap as possible and run a special version of Android that's created specifically with lower-end specs in mind. Android Go handsets are great starter or backup phones, and these are the best ones you can buy in 2019 — including the Nokia 1 as our top overall pick.Best Overall: Nokia 1As an overall package, we think the Nokia 1 stands out as the best pick — especially for our U.S. readers.The Nokia name is often associated with top-notch hardware, and that legacy holds up surprisingly well with the cheap Nokia 1. The polycarbonate used for the phone's body is sturdy and offers a good in-hand feel, making it feel a lot more trustworthy than the price tag would suggest.While large bezels flank the display, the 5-inch display keeps everything nice and compact, there's a microSD card slot for expanding the base 8GB of storage up to 128GB, and you get a...

Best answer: Based on anecdotal evidence over the years, most people do report that games download faster while their PlayStation 4 is in rest mode.Upgrade your console: PlayStation 4 Pro ($300 at Amazon)Go wired: 50ft Ethernet Cable ($10 at Amazon)How do we know it downloads faster?This isn't exactly something that Sony advertises like, "Hey! Put your console in rest mode to download games faster." It's not a feature in that regard. This is just something that a good portion of PlayStation users have noticed. It's all anecdotal, but most people will tell you that there is a noticeable difference between download speeds in rest mode versus while the console is on. Rest mode, for the most part, appears to download games quicker.Why does it download faster?The thought process behind it is this: Since your PS4 is in rest mode, it doesn't need to be running background apps or using other network features. With these suspended during this time, you'll tend to notice download ...

Multiple reports across the globe!What you need to knowBoth Facebook and Instagram are experiencing widespread reports of outages.Downdetector notes reports across the world on both services.Users have also taken to Twitter to highlight the issue.It seems as though Facebook and Instagram are suffering widespread reports of outages across the globe. #instagramdown is trending on Twitter, notably in the United Kingdom. However, there has been a massive spike in reports on Downdetector across the world for both services.Most Instagram reports suggest that the problem is with the News feed, with many users unable to refresh or load photos. With Facebook, the problems seem to be split equally between logging in, newsfeed and total blackout.The outage map shows reports of outages all over the place. For Instagram there is a particularly high concentration of reports in Western Europe, meanwhile, there seem to be more reports of Facebook outages in the US than anywhere else....

ASUS is rolling out the first major OS upgrade for the ROG Phone nearly 16 months after its announcement.What you need to knowAfter a long wait, ASUS has finally released the Android Pie update for the original ROG Phone.ASUS had launched the phone in July last year with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In addition to the usual Android Pie goodies, the update brings a few minor UI changes as well.ASUS began recruiting Android 10 beta testers for its ROG Phone 2 earlier this month, just days after rolling out the stable Android 10 update for the ZenFone 6/6Z. The first-generation ROG Phone, however, has been stuck on Android 8.1 Oreo ever since its launch in July last year. Fortunately, ASUS today finally announced the rollout (via XDA Developers) of the stable Android 9 Pie update for the gaming smartphone.The Android 9 Pie update for the ROG Phone is arrives as version 16.0410.1910.91 and comes with several minor tweaks and UI enhancements. ASUS says the update will be p...

Android 10 can make a phone worth a few extra dollars so be sure to consider it when you're buying.Black Friday is an awesome time to buy a new phone. You'll find great deals on flagship models, super-low prices on budget models, and everything in between seems to get a nice price slash on the biggest shopping day of the year.Some of us need a new phone, or are getting a first phone for someone else, or just want that pricey model with all the bells and whistles at a bargain. A smartphone and broadband service is becoming a necessity and its great to see pricing that can help anyone have what they need. No smartphone is a bad smartphone.Having said that, there is one seemingly minor detail that's worth looking for when you buy a phone on Black Friday or any day for that matter: does it come with Android 10 or will it soon be getting Android 10?Android 10 isn't some marvelous update that will fix every annoyance you might have with the way a phone works. On its surface, there'...