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There’s no shortage of outdoor security cameras, but finding one that balances video quality, battery life, and ease of use without pushing past $100 is rare. Right now, the Tapo MagCam 2K+ is on sale for $59.99 on Amazon, down from $89.99, which is its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. PCMag named it the best security camera of 2024, pointing out that while battery-powered cameras often trade convenience for frequent recharging, the MagCam 2K+ avoids that issue with a 10,000mAh battery rated to last up to 300 days per charge, depending on how often it records.
Charging happens over micro-USB, though there’s an optional Tapo A200 solar panel if you want to avoid manual recharging altogether. Video tops out at 2K resolution, with a wide 150-degree field of view that works well for driveways or side yards. During the day, footage looks sharp and detailed. At night, the camera can switch between infrared black-and-white or color video using its built-in spotlights and starlight sensor. Storage is flexible. You can record locally to a microSD card, up to 512GB (card not included), or you can go with cloud storage through a Tapo Care plan starting at $3.49/month.
Alerts can distinguish between people, pets, and vehicles, and those intelligent notifications are free, as highlighted by PCMag in its “outstanding” review of the MagCam 2K+. It also integrates smoothly with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT, though it doesn’t support Apple’s HomeKit. You also won’t find mechanical pan or tilt, but the fixed lens covers enough ground for most yards or porches. As for managing the camera, its companion app is intuitive, offering settings for motion sensitivity, siren activation, spotlight brightness, firmware updates, and more. Overall, the MagCam 2K+ handles the basics well and throws in a few smart features usually reserved for pricier models.
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Not everybody needs, wants, or can afford the "best" headphones available, especially when they can easily cost half a grand. If the $450+ Sony XM6s, which I called the best over-ear headphones of 2025 (and 2026 so far), are not in your budget, then perhaps the more affordable Sony WH-CH720Ns could be. While they're not quite as premium, they're significantly cheaper and offer good enough audio quality for most people.
Right now, you can get them for $88 (originally $179.99) on Amazon, their second-lowest price ever according to price tracking tools. Thopugh they've dropped below $100 before, all three colorways have not been available at their current price at the same time until now.
These are Sony's entry-level over-ear headphones, and the company mostly made cuts in the design and build. When you hold them, they might feel hollow and light, but they're still comfortable since the earcups are well-cushioned, as noted in CNET's review. However, Sony did not make as many sacrifices in the audio or ANC department, which, at the end of the day, is what's most important.
These headphones use the same Sony Sound Connect app as the flagship models and share some of the same features, like multipoint technology to connect to up to two devices. They also come with Google Fast Pair and Find My Device support, nice features to have for convenience, especially if you misplace them. You can get 35 hours of battery life with ANC on and 50 hours with ANC off, and the charging is quick, with three minutes giving you three hours of juice.
The ANC is not as good as the latest XM6, but it works great for under $100, according to Mashable's review, and it will block most ambient noise outdoors or indoors. Transparency mode is also great, allowing you to have conversations and hear bikes or cars passing by. The adjustable EQ in the app means you can tweak the crisp and vibrant sound of the WH-CH720N to your liking.
In recent weeks, Google has been automatically connecting Android users' phone numbers to every Google account they are signed into on their devices—without requesting consent to do so. This means that if you are logged into personal, work, and disposable accounts on your Android phone, Google may have silently verified and linked your number with all of them even if you've deliberately kept them separate. If you that's not something you want, there's a way to fix it.
As Android Authority reports, some Android users have recently received confirmation emails from an official Google address stating that their phone number has been verified. Google has required occasional phone number re-verification but appears to have updated its support documentation about a year ago to make this feature opt-out by default. As part of this process, Google also adds your phone number to all Google Accounts that are signed in on the device, including current accounts and phone numbers and any that are added or updated in the future.
If you have an Android device, you can disable automatic phone number verification, which should prevent Google from linking sign-in accounts together. You can find this toggle in your Settings app under Google or Google services and preferences > All Services > Privacy & Security > Phone number verification. (Note that the exact path may differ by device.) You should periodically check to ensure this toggle remains off.
Updating this setting does not disconnect phone numbers and Google accounts that have already been linked. You can find out which are which via your Google Account Personal Info page. Select your profile picture in the upper-right corner to go through each signed-in account and open the Phone section to select and delete any numbers you don't want associated.
Finally, Malwarebytes advises scrolling down to the Usage section on the Phone page to view which services are listed as well as reviewing your Security & sign-in settings. If you added your phone number for two-step verification or to a separate app like Google Pay, deleting it from the Phone page won't remove it entirely from your account, and you'll need to update those settings separately. Automatic phone verification shouldn't be the culprit here, but it's useful to audit what your number is being used for and on which accounts if you want to keep things separate.
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Anker released the noise-cancelling Soundcore Space One headphones a few years ago, and while they were a more budget-friendly alternative to premium models from Bose and Sony, their performance and fit still fell short in several areas. The brand’s updated Soundcore Space 2 headphones are a major upgrade across the board: They’re comfier, have better ANC, and are currently 18% off at $106.49 (originally $129.99), a rare price cut for a still-new release from a popular brand.
Battery life is one of the Soundcore Space 2’s most attractive features: They last up to 50 hours with ANC on and 70 hours with ANC off, and a five-minute charge gives you up to four extra hours. The noise cancellation is strong for the price, blocking out lower-frequency sounds well. Comfort is also a major upgrade from its sparser predecessor, with roomier, more plush memory foam earcups and a padded headband. They’re also travel-friendly, as the earcups rotate and fold.
The Soundcore app allows you to customize EQ and sound presets, giving you added flexibility if you don’t like the default tuning. Instead of touch-sensitive panels, these headphones use conventional buttons, which help prevent accidental commands while adjusting the earcups and are easy to operate. Along with supporting Bluetooth 6.1, they also have a wired-cable option, which isn’t always the case with modern wireless headphones. That said, they don’t support USB-C audio.
If you want over-ear noise-canceling headphones that perform well but don’t have $200 to shell out for a more expensive model, the Anker Soundcore Space 2 headphones are a comfortable, effective, and long-lasting alternative that hover around $100 at the current discounted price.
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Amazon has dropped the price of the Philips Keypad Front Door Lock Set to $89.98 from $142.99, taking $53 off and bringing it to its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. For that, you get an electronic deadbolt along with two matching lever handles in a matte black finish, so you can replace your existing front door hardware without having to find coordinating pieces separately. The set also makes a good case for itself if you've been considering keyless entry but don't necessarily want another device connected to your home network, since this lock operates entirely offline. Being offline doesn’t limit your ways in, though; you can use a fingerprint, a PIN, or one of two backup keys.
Philips claims the fingerprint reader works in 0.3 seconds, which could be handy when you're carrying groceries or don't feel like digging around for your keys. You can also register multiple fingerprints for family members and generate unlimited one-time PINs for visitors—so your dog walker can get in without needing your personal code. There's also an adjustable auto-lock timer that secures the door after 30 to 180 seconds, along with alerts for incorrect entries, low batteries, and a jammed lock. Privacy, away, and silent modes add further control.
Getting all of that onto your door is fairly simple and takes just a screwdriver, provided your door meets the requirements: 1⅜ to two inches thick, with a one-inch edge bore and a 2⅜- or 2¾-inch backset. The biggest limitation is its lack of connectivity—you can't unlock the door remotely, check its status from your phone, or integrate it with other smart home devices. Anyone who needs those features will have to look elsewhere, but for straightforward keyless access without connectivity, this Philips set covers the essentials.
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Woot has dropped the price of the Amazon Basics 20,000mAh portable charger in black to $12.99 from $38.99, making it considerably cheaper than the $34.85 the same model currently costs elsewhere. You also get free standard shipping if you’re a Prime member (while everyone else pays $6), but keep in mind Woot doesn't deliver to Alaska, Hawaii, P.O. boxes, or APO addresses.
For that price, you're getting a fairly substantial backup battery that measures 4.48 by 2.83 by 1.16 inches, making it compact enough to slip into a backpack or tote, although its 0.77-pound weight might make it a little bulky for a jacket pocket. The trade-off is a fairly generous 20,000mAh capacity that should be enough to recharge a typical smartphone several times, making it particularly useful for camping trips or long weekends when access to power outlets is limited. And since you're likely to have more than just your phone with you on those trips, the charger comes with two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, allowing you to charge up to three devices at once.
When used individually, either USB-C port can deliver up to 20W, enough to fast-charge many modern smartphones, while the USB-A port tops out at 12W, making it better suited to older devices and smaller accessories. The catch is that connecting two or three devices reduces the total output to 15W shared across the ports, so charging everything together will take longer than plugging in one device at a time. Both USB-C ports can also be used to recharge the power bank itself, which takes around 4.4 hours, and the box includes a 1-foot USB-C to USB-C cable for charging (it won’t transfer data).
All said, anyone hoping to charge a laptop will need a higher-wattage model, but for occasional travel, commuting, or keeping your phone running during a long day, the capacity and price make a reasonable combination.
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The 27-inch ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG gaming monitor has earned stellar reviews for its excellent visuals, refresh rate flexibility, and other impressive gaming-focused features. If you've been looking to upgrade your setup, right now is a good time: It’s $100 off, reaching its lowest price ever—$549 (originally $649).
This 27-inch monitor has a 4K UHD WOLED panel that delivers high contrast and deep blacks, making games, movies, and TV shows look more vivid. Compared to a traditional OLED panel, WOLED (White OLED) uses a white light source with filters to provide deeper blacks, faster response times, and more uniform images across a range of lighting conditions. The TrueBlack Glossy coating is better at reducing glare than a matte screen while delivering a clearer picture (though some reviews claim it’s still not bright enough to mitigate intense glare if bright light hits the screen directly).
A native 4K, 280 Hz refresh rate allows for high-detail gaming and multimedia use, while its Frame Rate Boost mode offers versatility for playing different kinds of games. For example, FHD at 330 Hz also makes it a solid choice for competitive shooting games and high-FPS play. The monitor has an overall 0.03 ms response time, which is best-in-class, and minimizes motion blur. Other notable features include NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync support, and reduced burn-in risk due to OLED Care Pro and the Neo Proximity Sensor.
If you’re looking for a gaming monitor with dual-mode features, nearly instantaneous response time across a range of refresh rates, low input lag, and inky blacks, the 27-inch ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG monitor for gamers is a great choice.
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LG’s OLED TVs are widely hailed as some of the top-rated on the market, and while their price tags can climb with the fancier models, critics and reviewers agree that one of the brand’s most popular, best-performing OLEDs is the LG OLED Evo C6. The 55-inch model is down to a lowest-ever price of $999.99 (originally $1,399.99), saving shoppers $400 on the impressive TV. The deal also comes with 90 free days of Amazon Music, upping the value even more.
Brighter than its predecessor, the OLED evo C5 has a peak brightness of 1,522 nits with a 10% white field, according to PCMag. The outlet praises its gorgeous picture quality, excellent contrast, and well-balanced colors. It has perfect black levels with no light bloom and uses LG’s webOS smart TV platform, like most current LG TVs. It’s also strengthened by features like AI dialogue enhancement, which helps improve the internal 2.2-channel audio system.
It has a native 120Hz refresh rate, with VRR up to 165Hz, and supports AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync, making it a solid choice for gamers. It also has an input lag of 4.6 milliseconds with a 1080p120 signal in Game mode. If you’re using it primarily for gaming, though, the faster Samsung S95H may be more appealing.
Ultimately, if vibrant, bright, and accurate 4K OLED picture quality is your priority but you don’t want to spend the $3,000 that some competitors with similar features cost, you won’t find much better than the 55-inch LG OLED Evo C6 at this price point—as long as you’re OK with the lack of Wi-Fi 6.
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A two-pack of Eufy’s SoloCam E30 is down to $189.99 at Amazon from $249.99, a $60 discount that lands within a dollar of its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. At roughly $95 per camera, it’s still an investment, but Eufy doesn’t charge a monthly subscription to view or store footage, so you won’t have to worry about recurring fees adding to the cost over time. Each camera is also IP65-rated for outdoor use and can pan 360 degrees and tilt 70 degrees, giving you enough flexibility to monitor multiple areas using a single unit.
That flexibility extends to how you power the cameras, since their built-in batteries can last around three months between charges, although frequent motion alerts could shorten that considerably. To reduce the need for manual charging, Eufy says about two hours of direct sunlight a day is enough to keep the batteries topped up, while connecting the cameras to a wired power source enables continuous recording and short pre-roll clips that capture what happened just before motion was detected—but you’ll have to buy the power cables separately.
As for video quality, the cameras record in 2K, which helps capture reasonably clear footage even after dark using infrared night vision. The catch is that there's no built-in spotlight for color night vision, so while you should be able to see a car pulling into your driveway at 2 a.m., you might not be able to tell what color it is. Footage is stored locally on a microSD card of up to 128GB or through either of two compatible Eufy HomeBase models (all sold separately)—the HomeBase S380 offers advanced AI features and terabyte-scale storage, while the S280 makes it easier to manage multiple cameras, with support for up to 16 units, giving you room to expand coverage later. That said, there are some compatibility limitations, since the E30 connects only to 2.4GHz wifi and works with Alexa and Google Assistant but not Apple HomeKit.
Your homepage used to say something about you. When I got my first computer in high school, back when Google was just a weird name, my homepage was MSN. Later, in college, I changed it to ESPN—it was espn.go.com back then—and then to a new site called Facebook. By graduation, it was Google. Like a screensaver or background, the homepage represented a small part of our identity, but functionally, it crafted how we found information. If you're old enough, your experience of sorting through the internet was probably the same, evolving from homepages to RSS feeds, browser extensions, and apps. My latest guide to the internet is called TechPulse.
TechPulse is a free app with tech news, reviews, and culture from sites like CNET, PCMag, Mashable, and my team at Lifehacker. It's a clean feed with no algorithms or noise, featuring articles and videos that run the gamut from tech news to digital culture trends. If you're looking for hands-on, lab-tested reviews and advice on what tech to buy, you can prioritize CNET and PCMag coverage. If you already own a new piece of tech and are looking for practical hacks and productivity tips, you can sort through Lifehacker. For internet trends, movie reviews, and entertainment, you can browse Mashable. There are both articles and videos integrated directly into the app, streamlining your tech news intake into one place while still reading varied, unique perspectives.
It's obviously self-serving for me to talk about TechPulse and hope you give it a try, but I do think it's the best centralized hub for a broad range of news from sites with their own unique approaches to covering tech. TechPulse unifies those sites into a single platform that gives readers direct access to tech coverage in a chronological feed. My favorite part? No subscription is required. You don't even need to give your email address, sign up, or log in.
TechPulse features tech news written, filmed, and curated by real people, and I hope it feels like a breath of fresh air compared to the algorithm-driven feeds that warp to our unconscious whims and fight for our attention. You're welcome to customize the daily dashboard and better control your news, but if you prefer, you can leave it to TechPulse to keep you informed in a simple, straightforward way. I hope that the next time you read my work or catch a video, you find it there. TechPulse is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
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In a market where every year there is an expectation of releasing a new model, how long tech companies take to feel the need to upgrade a product is a testament to how good the product is. The Sennheiser Momentum 4 has been around since 2022, and they were only succeeded this summer with the Sennheiser Momentum 5. However, they are still great headphones, and with their $204.60 price (originally $299.99) after a 32% discount, they're a great opportunity to get top-quality headphones at a more than reasonable price.
The Momentum 4 competes with other flagships from its time, including the Sony 1000XM5 and the Bose QuietComfort 45, in terms of comfort, design, audio quality, and other features. The Momentum 4 has a more bass-forward sound compared to its competition, but it's still balanced. The biggest con is that you don't have full EQ control, only being able to select certain presets from the Momentum app. The ANC is great, but not a match compared to the Sony and Bose competition. Where it does beat its competition is with the codecs it supports, including AAC, AptX, AptX Adaptive, and SBC codecs. This means better audio quality for Android devices than the Sony or Bose options.
The battery is powerful, reaching about 60 hours of juice at mid-level. It also has a 3.5mm audio cable, so you can use it wired. The microphone is perfect for making calls, with four-MEMS-mics helping make your voice stand out even in noisy environments. You can see more features from the Momentum 4 in PCMag's "excellent" review. If you're looking for a bargain on an established flagship headphone model without having to pay the premium in 2026, the Sennheiser Momentum 4 are a great pair to consider.
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If you’re shopping around for a reliable laptop but don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on a premium model from Apple, Lenovo has some highly underrated options that are versatile and offer great processor performance for the price—and it's now even more affordable, thanks to Walmart’s newly discounted Lenovo V14 G5 14-inch FHD Laptop, now 37% off and down to $629 (originally $999.99).
It’s powered by the 10-core Intel Core i7-13620H, with six performance cores and four efficiency cores) and has a maximum turbo speed of 4.9GHz. It’s more powerful than many similarly priced 14-inch laptops and can excel at heavy multitasking, light video or photo editing, and data-heavy office work. It includes 16GB of DDR5 memory, comes with a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for additional storage, and is powered by a modest 47Wh battery.
Despite its power, it’s relatively lightweight, clocking in at around three pounds and 0.7 inches thick. One reason the weight stays low is its plastic build. It might not feel as durable or premium as an aluminum laptop, but the tradeoff for an under-$650 price tag makes it worth it for those on a budget. The V14 G5 includes a range of ports, including two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, and an HDMI 1.4b port, as well as a headphone and microphone jack.
It supports Wi-Fi 6 and includes a physical webcam shutter for added privacy. The keyboard is designed for office use and has a conventional layout that’s helpful for those who find added touchscreens and convertible hinges unnecessary. Despite having a relatively sharp resolution and an anti-glare coating, the panel technology is somewhat outdated and has limited contrast, so it may not be the best choice for photographers, designers, or video editors.
Still, if you’re looking for an everyday office or personal laptop with a strong processor, a solid port selection, and a lightweight build—but don’t mind a couple of cost-cutting compromises—the budget-friendly Lenovo V14 G5 14-inch FHD Laptop strikes the right balance between affordability and performance, especially at nearly $370 off.
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Samsung’s HW-Q800H soundbar has dropped to $696.99 from its usual $1,097.99, which brings it to its lowest price so far, according to price trackers. This 2026 model combines a soundbar and wireless subwoofer in a 5.1.2-channel setup, with dedicated channels for dialogue, surround sound, and overhead effects, plus a separate subwoofer to handle the bass. That layout makes it a sensible upgrade for anyone who keeps turning up the TV volume to catch a conversation—only to turn it down again when the action gets loud—since most built-in TV speakers lack a dedicated center channel to separate voices from the rest of the soundtrack.
Samsung builds on that center channel with two dialogue enhancement modes and a new feature called Sound Elevation, which attempts to raise the apparent height of voices so dialogue seems to come from the actors on screen and not from beneath the TV. That could be particularly useful if your soundbar sits on a low entertainment unit. And if you already have a compatible Samsung TV, Q-Symphony lets its speakers work alongside the soundbar, potentially creating a broader soundstage without buying any extra hardware.
The HW-Q800H also supports Dolby Atmos, adding a greater sense of height and space to compatible movies and shows, though the lack of DTS support is worth considering if you regularly watch Blu-rays with DTS soundtracks. Also, since there are no separate rear speakers included, surround effects won't feel quite as immersive as they would with a full home theater setup. Samsung does include automatic room correction, though, which adjusts the sound to suit your space without requiring much manual tweaking.
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Samsung announced the Galaxy Watch Ultra in the summer of 2024, and then refreshed it in August of 2025 with double the storage and new color options. The Galaxy Watch Ultra emphasizes outdoor and exercise features, putting it in competition with the Apple Watch Ultra as a premium fitness watch at a premium price. Ever since the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 came out this year, the 2025 Galaxy Watch Ultra has been dropping in price, currently reaching a new low price of $471.78 according to price-checking tools, over $175 off the original $649.99 price tag. And if the extra storage isn't a big deal to you, you can get the 2024 version for $399.99 (originally $649.99).
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The Galaxy Watch Ultra excels over other watches in one key aspect: its outdoorsy features. If you're an avid hiker or an athlete who spends long hours outdoors, this is a worthwhile choice. Like any good rugged watch, this one is tough, made out of Grade 4 titanium, and has an IP68 water- and dust-resistant rating. You can also take it up high altitudes (up to 9,000 meters) and it can withstand up to 10ATM of pressure (about 330 feet underwater). You also get a built-in siren in case of emergencies. The screen is a 1.47-inch Super AMOLED display, brighter than previous Samsung AMOLED smartwatches. The only downside is that it comes in just one size—47mm.
The watch runs WearOS from Samsung and comes with 2GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The 590mAh battery is one of the best for its price point, making it perfect for prolonged outdoor use. If you don't use any power-saving modes, it'll last 60 hours, but it can go up to 100 hours if you're conservative.
One of the new features this watch brings is AI-based health metrics and advanced sleep tracking, which you can read more about in PCMag's "excellent" review. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly (and smaller) option for more general use, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 at $220 (originally $329.99) is a great option.
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Whether you love camping, own an RV, frequently deal with seasonal power outages, or just want to be ready with off-grid essentials, it's useful to have a power station. The Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 has received a 40% price cut, bringing it down to $899.98 (originally $1,499).
This power station delivers a 2,048Wh capacity and 2,400W output, with 4,000W peak power for running a variety of appliances, including a dual-door fridge for up to 32 hours. It has two handles on its sides and is relatively lightweight for its capacity at 41.7 pounds. The LiFePO4 battery can last up to a decade and is rated for 4,000 charging cycles. It recharges to 100% in under an hour (or three hours via solar) and is expandable up to 4kWh. It supports up to 800W solar input (panels sold separately) for off-grid charging and includes five AC outlets, as well as a car outlet, RV connection, and high-output USB-C ports.
Compared to its predecessor, it’s quieter and more compact in both weight and footprint, and the added perk of app connectivity makes it easy to monitor and control. If you want reliable, high-capacity portable power, the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 is a great emergency essential, though if you want something with true grab-and-go appeal, you may want to opt for the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2, which weighs about 40% less but has half the battery capacity—and also happens to be 46% off right now.
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Amazon has dropped the 27-inch LG Ultragear 27GS93QE OLED gaming monitor from $899.99 to $499.99, bringing it to its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. That’s a $400 reduction (plus 90 days of free Amazon Music) worth considering if you’ve been thinking about upgrading from a conventional IPS gaming monitor to OLED, particularly since you’re getting a 1440p display with a 240Hz refresh rate. And the difference isn’t just speed, either—OLED’s individually controlled pixels produce deep blacks without the backlight glow you sometimes notice on LCD screens.
That picture quality gets another boost from VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification, a 1.5 million-to-one contrast ratio, and 98.5% DCI-P3 color coverage, which help bring out the details in darker scenes and make colors look more vibrant. Once the action picks up, the monitor’s 240Hz refresh rate and near-instantaneous 0.03ms response time keep movement smooth and sharp, while AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility reduce tearing and stuttering when frame rates fluctuate.
It's worth noting that getting the full benefit of 240Hz at 1440p does require a capable PC, and although the two HDMI 2.1 ports and DisplayPort 1.4 input all support that refresh rate, console gamers won't benefit from anything beyond their system's 120Hz output limit. There’s also the usual OLED risk of burn-in to consider, particularly if you spend long stretches working with static elements like taskbars and application windows on screen—though LG offers some reassurance with a two-year limited warranty that covers the OLED panel, subject to terms.
Goodreads is a popular platform for managing your To Be Read (TBR) pile, finding recommended titles, tracking your reading stats, and sharing reviews, ratings, and notes with friends, but there are ways to make the experience better. If you're an avid reader, use these tips, tricks, and hidden hacks to get the most out of what Goodreads has to offer.
The Goodreads mobile app has a built-in scanner that uses your device's camera to scan either the book cover or barcode. It then pulls up information about the title, including a description and ratings/reviews from other Goodreads users, so you can decide whether to add it to My Books while you're in the store or perusing a friend's shelf. Simply tap the camera icon in the search bar. You can also see a history of scanned books in the camera tab.
There are some books that are worth reading multiple times, and Goodreads allows you to track each reread as a separate activity so you don't overwrite your original entry or affect your reading challenge stats. If you just hit the Read button on the title page, it'll simply log the item as read without any additional information. Instead, select Edit my activity > Add read date to enter start and finish dates for each reread.
If you care about nitty-gritty reading stats, make sure you choose the specific edition of the title you're reading. Different editions have different page numbers, and you can also select audiobook versions if you're listening rather than reading to keep those pages from being counted in your totals. Find available editions on the book's title page, or tap Show all editions and select Switch to this edition next to the correct one.
Goodreads counts all books read within a calendar year toward your annual Reading Challenge, but there may be titles you don't want included in your year-end stats. For example, if you're tracking audiobooks, graphic novels, or children's books in Goodreads, you can exclude them from your Reading Challenge so they don't count toward your page goal. You can also exclude titles if you want your Reading Challenge to focus specifically on one type of book. In the app, go to More > Reading Challenge > Challenge details, select the book you want to remove, and hit Remove from challenge > Remove. (This can be found under your profile on the web interface.) To add titles back later, remove and re-add the read date.
If you're a Kindle user, you can link your Amazon and Goodreads accounts to see your Kindle notes and highlights centralized on Goodreads, including those for library books read through Kindle. You can add to or edit existing notes, which sync back to your Kindle book, as well as share notes and highlights with other users. On the web, open the profile menu and select Kindle Notes & Highlights > Connect your accounts.
Goodreads doesn't have the option to make a bookshelf private, meaning anyone can view your activity. Even if you set your profile to private, your shelves and reading activity are visible to your Goodreads friends. To keep a reading log that no one can see, you can create a secret group of which you are the only member and use the group's bookshelves to track private activity. On the web, go to Community > Groups > Create a group and select This group is secret.
A DNF shelf is spot for titles that you started but abandoned, giving them a dedicated place separate from your other categories. Earlier this year, Goodreads added a default Did Not Finish shelf alongside Want to Read, Currently Reading, or Read, so you no longer have to create one manually. If you give up on a book before finishing, you can still track progress but put it on your DNF shelf. (Note that these books will still count toward your goals if you include a read date with the entry, so you'll need to exclude them using the steps above if you only want to count books you've read all the way through.)
If it's difficult to find books that both you and your friends want to read together, you can use Goodreads' Compare Books feature to see a head-to-head comparison of your shelves for shared interests. Go to your Friends list and tap compare books next to their name to pull up an analysis of your libraries, including a list of books you have in common and a score for how your tastes line up.
Goodreads has granular settings for what criteria you can view and sort by on your bookshelves. If you have hundreds of titles saved on your Want to Read list, customize and save a category to sort by so you always see the highest-rated books (or those with the lowest page count or most recently published, for example) at the top. Each shelf must be sorted separately. Open the Settings tab at the top of the list, select inclusion criteria, and then choose a sort option from the dropdown. Press Save Current Settings to your shelf to lock them.
Goodreads tracks your reading history and stats, but you may want to do a regular backup of your data to ensure you don't lose years of logs if something happens to your account. Library exports include fields like book title, author, publisher, year published, and number of pages, as well as read dates, ratings, and notes. When downloaded as a CSV, the data can also be sorted and analyzed in myriad different ways. To export your books on desktop, go to My Books and click Import and export under the My Tools section. Click Export Library followed by the file name to download it to your device.
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Powered by the M6 chip, the compact 2026 Mac mini is currently 13% off at Amazon, dropping its price to $779.99 from $899. That gives shoppers in the Apple ecosystem a small but mighty computer, meant for home offices and creative workspaces short on desk space.
The entry-level model pairs a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU with 16GB of unified memory and a modest 256GB SSD, but its speed and five-by-five-inch footprint help make up for the limited storage. If you want to upgrade to the 512GB model, you can still get a 14% discount, although it costs $170 more. The Mac mini supports up to three monitors and can handle everyday work and multitasking.
It comes in a sleek aluminum enclosure with rounded corners, and the metal case sits atop a rubberized plastic base lined with cooling vents. It has front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack, as well as plenty of connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, 2.5Gb Ethernet, wifi 7, and Bluetooth 6. For those with iPhones, iPads, and other Apple devices, it also offers seamless integration. PCMag, which gave it an Editors’ Choice award, praises its ability to stay cool and quiet under load, along with its impressive CPU and GPU performance.
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Finding a pair of headphones or earbuds that precisely meet your needs—whether you’re using them at the gym, while working from home, or even when showering—doesn’t have to mean shelling out a ton of money. The best of them can be really expensive, yes, but if you're a patient shopper, you can usually find a good deal on just about any pair of headphones.
With that said, here are the best deals, discounts, and sales you can find on earbuds and headphones right now. I'll be regularly updating this list as offers come and go, so check back in as needed—but given these prices can change at any time, I would advise you not to wait if you spot a pair that fits your needs and budget.
Nothing keeps impressing with its value. The Nothing Ear (a) earbuds come with a companion app that lets you customize the sound with presets or adjust the bass, mids, and highs individually. They support AAC, SBC, and LDAC codecs, Bluetooth 5.3, plus multipoint for two devices at once, ANC, and a 9.5-hour battery life. If you have a Nothing phone, you can use a pinch-to-speak ChatGPT feature. You can now get them for $66.99 (originally $109 at launch).
The new AirPods Max 2 currently have a rare discount and are down to $429 (originally $549.99), their second-lowest price yet. The biggest upgrades to the AirPods Max 2 include the new "dynamic range" amplifier, live translation, and Apple's H2 chip. But there are many other upgrades also worth noting.
The JBL Tour One M3 headphones are my favorite traveling headphones, and Lifehacker writer Stephen Johnson said he liked them so much they turned him into an audio snob. They're on sale for $312.99 (originally $449.95), their second-lowest price yet.
The older but still capable Shokz OpenRun Pros are discounted to $109.95 ($179.95 at launch), the lowest price they've reached. If you've never used bone conduction headphones, they're worth a try, and the Shokz OpenPros are a great introduction to the technology. As the name implies, these are meant to be used on outdoor runs. They have an IP55 rating for dust- and water-resistance, are lightweight and comfortable, and can be worn with bicycle helmets and sunglasses. You can use them as everyday headphones too; they can even take calls, but you'll need to be mindful of the fact that they don't block any competing sound.
The Beats Fit Pro (1st Gen) earbuds aren’t the newest exercise earbuds on the market (or even in the Beats line; that would be the Powerbeats Pro 2), but they’re a classic option with ANC and a comfortable fit, making them a sportier version of the AirPods Pro, with a slight edge when it comes to battery life. You can get a pair in white or pink for $124.95 (originally $199.95), their lowest price ever.
If you don't need the latest XM6 headphone, the older XM5 version are still incredible headphones. Right now, a refurbished pair is $159.99 on Amazon. A new pair will run you $298, which is still a pretty good deal compared to the $399.99 launch price.
Not everyone needs or can spend nearly half a grand on the latest Sony headphones. If this sounds like you and are looking for a bargain on a budget, then perhaps the more affordable Sony WH-CH720N could work for you. While they're not quite as premium, they're significantly cheaper and offer good enough quality for most people. You can get them for $103.99 (originally $179.99) on Amazon right now.
The new Sleep A30 earbuds have ANC and new features the older A20 model didn't have—and despite their recent release this past August, they're already significantly discounted. They are my favorite earbuds for sleep, and right now, you can get them for $168.99 (originally $229.99), the lowest price ever.
The Nothing Ear (Open) are Nothing's open-ear earbuds from 2024, and they're currently $99 ($149) for Prime Members, the lowest price they've ever been. They come with a multipoint connection, so you can hook them up to your phone and laptop simultaneously. There's also a "Find My Earbud" feature that plays a loud sound on the earbuds if you misplace them. There's also a low-lag mode with 120 milliseconds of latency for gaming, so the audio will be in sync with your actions. If you use a supported Nothing phone, this feature is automatic, and there's also a ChatGPT integration that you can access directly through the earbuds.
The AirPods Pro 3 are a big step up. The third iteration of Apple's iconic earbuds comes with a number of quality-of-life and software improvements that make them worth the typical premium over the AirPods Pro 2—and right now, the AirPods Pro 3 are even cheaper than the previous generation. They're $199 on Amazon, down from $249 and matching their second-lowest price ever, according to price-tracking tools.
Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday bug count has been trending higher since the beginning of the summer, and October is no different. The company just issued fixes for a record 1,411 vulnerabilities, including three zero-days, which are flaws that have been actively exploited or publicly disclosed before an official patch is available, making them especially risky.
For comparison, in October 2025, Microsoft issued patches for fewer than 180 flaws—six of which were zero-days—which was considered a large update at the time. Fixes typically numbered in the double digits until the middle of this year, when the totals jumped to 206 (June), 570 (July), 400 (August), and 966 (last month). That steep increase is largely attributable to AI models, which are making it easier for bad actors to develop hacking tools to exploit vulnerabilities, and for companies to find and patch these flaws more quickly. This means that update cycles are being shortened and/or include a significantly higher number of fixes. Companies like Microsoft are using AI to discover and address bugs, though AI isn't as good at the latter, and may, in some cases, introduce additional vulnerabilities in the process.
As BleepingComputer reports, the October 2026 security update addresses flaws across the following categories: 677 elevation-of-privilege vulnerabilities, 40 security feature bypass vulnerabilities, 317 remote-code-execution vulnerabilities, 254 information disclosure vulnerabilities, 28 spoofing vulnerabilities, and 73 denial-of-service vulnerabilities. 70 of the bugs are rated "critical" and include remote code execution, elevation of privilege, and spoofing flaws. Microsoft patched an additional 348 bugs earlier this month for various Azure, Mariner, and Microsoft products.
One of the zero-days patched this month has been actively exploited in the wild. CVE-2026-96951 is a security feature bypass vulnerability in Windows Shell that allows attackers unauthorized access over a network. Microsoft has not provided details on who disclosed this flaw or how it was exploited.
The other two zero-days were publicly disclosed. CVE-2026-108398 is a security feature bypass vulnerability in the .NET framework that would allow attackers to bypass Windows Defender Application Control restrictions and run unauthorized applications without user interaction. This flaw has been attributed to James Forshaw of Google Project Zero. Finally, CVE-2026-92707 is a denial-of-service vulnerability in MessagePack-CSharp credited to an anonymous source.
PC users should ensure that they download and install all security updates as soon as they're available. Patch Tuesday typically releases on the second Tuesday of every month around 10 a.m. PT and should be applied automatically. However, given the increasing risk, it's a good idea to confirm your machine's update status via Start > Settings > Windows Update > Check for Windows updates.
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Samsung’s HW-Q600F soundbar is down to $389.99 at Amazon from $499.99, a $110 discount that brings it to its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. This 2025 model sits in the middle of Samsung’s Q-Series lineup and pairs a sleek, angular bar with a subwoofer in a 3.1.2 setup, where the bar’s nine drivers cover the left, center, and right channels as well as two up-firing height channels. Those up-firing drivers let it handle Dolby Atmos and other object-based audio correctly, an advantage over Samsung’s 5.1-channel HW-B750F, though it gives up the extra audio channels, app support, and broader connectivity of the pricier HW-Q800F.
For everyday listening, the HW-Q600F performs particularly well, with balanced tuning across the stereo and center channels that keeps dialogue clear without requiring much adjustment. It also preserves the dynamics of a soundtrack, so an explosion still lands with more force than the conversation before it. Dolby Atmos also brings a modest sense of height, and effects track cleanly from left to right. Surround sound, on the other hand, is less convincing, since the soundbar doesn’t include rear satellite speakers and downmixes surround formats, which limits its ability to convincingly place effects behind you. You do get a graphic equalizer and sound presets for adjusting the audio to your preferences, though without a companion app, you’ll be making those changes through the included remote.
On the connectivity side, the bar includes an HDMI input, so you can plug a game console into it and pass video through to your TV, while an optical port covers older devices. That said, HDMI audio latency runs slightly high, potentially requiring an adjustment in your TV's settings to keep dialogue synchronized with what's happening on screen. As for wireless connectivity, it is limited to Bluetooth, meaning no wifi streaming or multi-room audio. Also, Samsung's SpaceFit Sound Pro room correction and Q-Symphony integration, which lets the TV’s speakers play alongside the bar, only work with compatible Samsung sets.
YouTube TV is one of several streaming services for live TV—and a particularly good pick for sports fans who want to be able to watch and record every matchup from their favorite leagues. If YouTube TV is your platform of choice, here are the tips and tricks to optimize your experience.
If you and members of your household have wildly different streaming tastes, you can create unique profiles for each person to prevent recommendations from one from influencing another and to separate DVR libraries. A single subscription can be shared with five additional family members, who technically must reside in the same household, and those who are outside of the home need to check in once every three months (more on that below) to maintain access. You're also limited to three active streams at a time, so six people can't be watching on six separate devices at once.
If you travel frequently or are part of family sharing based anywhere besides your home, make sure you launch YouTube TV whenever you are in the account's home area. YouTube TV requires all users to check in every 90 days to avoid losing access when away from your home area. (For baseball fans, MLB imposes viewing restrictions after just 30 days.) If you get in the habit of resetting your 90-day window, you're less likely to find yourself locked out when you're on the road.
YouTube TV has pre-built multiviews that show you three or four channels at once—these are often either several games across a single sport or a combination of sports channels. Earlier this year, the platform launched customizable multiview, which allows you to select up to four channels across content categories. This means you can choose the specific games you want or mix and match sports with news, TV shows, and movies so that everyone in your household can be entertained. From any livestream, press the down button and select Multiview > Your multiview to choose up to four channels.
YouTube TV is heavy on features benefiting sports fans. If you can't begin a broadcast when a game starts, the platform offers you several options when you launch the stream: Start from the beginning, join live, or catch up to live through key plays. The latter shows you only the highlights of the action then drops you into the live stream, so you don't miss anything important but don't have to watch or fast-forward through the entire game to see what's happening now. You can also find the key plays view via Scores & stats at the bottom of the screen. This feature is supported for events from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college football, and college basketball.
Another way to avoid spoilers for live sports is to hide scores, which prevents final scores or live previews from launching before you start watching. For NFL, NBA, and MLB games, you can hide scores on a team-by-team or league-wide basis. If a league doesn't have pages for individual teams, you can hide scores for the whole league. On the team or league page, go to More and turn on Hide all scores for this team/league.
If you aren't sure what you want to watch on YouTube TV and none of the recommendations do it for you, you can use the platform's Live Guide just like the channel guide from traditional cable. However, this version is customizable, so you don't have to scroll through dozens of channels you never watch to reach the ones you do. On the web browser or app, go to Settings > Live Guide to reorder, favorite, or hide channels from your list. This can't be done directly from a streaming box, but when you open the live guide on your TV, select the Custom filter view to see your updates.
Your watch history informs recommendations on YouTube and YouTube TV, which is useful for discovering new content but also means that your algorithm can be influenced by anything and everything you watch. If you don't want certain content affecting what you're served—let's say you're binge-watching a show you wouldn't normally or you have someone staying at your house and using your account—you can pause your watch history temporarily. Tap your profile photo, go to Settings > Privacy, and toggle on Pause watch history.
YouTube TV has unlimited DVR, but that doesn't mean you need to fill your storage with content you don't plan to watch. You can record everything from an entire sport or league, or you can select only the specific teams or franchises you care about. This depends on how you set up recording: You can search for the league and tap Add + or the "+" icon to get every game, or search for your favorite team or individual matchup. DVR playback has similar options to live events you start on delay, including resuming where you left off and watching key plays.
Some content you record from the live feed may also be available as video on demand (VOD). With the former, you can fast-forward through ads; with the latter, ads can't be skipped. However, you may be able to choose your version if you used DVR. Click down on the stream to see whether you're on VOD or DVR, then go back to the show page and select Choose a Version > DVR (if available).
If you have technical issues with YouTube TV, the built-in Stats for Nerds feature can help you diagnose the problem (and whether it's coming from your network or YouTube TV itself). For example, if your resolution drops significantly, connection speed, buffer health, and dropped frames can give you a clue as to whether your wifi is the culprit. Access Stats for Nerds on your TV via player controls > More > Bug icon. On your computer, right-click on the video player; on mobile, tap More > Stats from the video player.
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If you’re looking to outsource as much of your floor cleaning as possible, a combination robot vacuum and mop is your best bet short of hiring regular house cleaners. The Roborock Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop is a great option, with powerful suction, a slim silhouette that gets into tight spaces, and a bevy of automated features that deliver a mostly hands-off experience—especially at its current 44% off price of $899.99 (originally $1,599.99).
Though it comes in at under $1,000, it still delivers reliable obstacle avoidance, a super-slim design, and powerful hard-floor vacuuming and mopping, with up to 22,000 Pa of suction. According to Mashable, it’s better at mopping than competitors like the Saros 10, and comes with dual rotating mop pads and an extending arm to get into nooks and crannies, as well as a split brushroll to reduce hair or fur tangles. Its slim 3.14-inch profile means it more easily fits under low-profile furniture than bulkier robot vacuums, which are typically about an inch taller.
While it excels at cleaning hard floors, it’s also more effective than older Roborock models at managing rugs, thresholds up to 4 centimeters high, and rooms with various obstacles, including furniture. The low-maintenance dock empties the dustbin, refills the Saros 10R’s water tank, and washes and dries the mop pads. While it accomplishes quite a lot, the self-cleaning station does require dedicated floor space, as the dock is on the larger side.
If you want an everyday cleaner that excels at navigation and hands-off routines, the Roborock Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop is one of the most reliable “set it and forget it” vacuum-and-mop combos available. And at a lower-than-ever $700 off, it offers a fantastic value right now.
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Although October Prime Day is officially over, some significant deals on home-maintenance essentials are still available. One of the best is the Ecovacs Goat O1000 LiDAR Pro Robot Lawn Mower, now 37% off at an all-time low of $949.05 (originally $1,499.99).
The O1000 Pro can mow up to 0.25 acres and handle slopes of up to 45%, making it ideal for smaller suburban lawns that need regular upkeep. It uses LiDAR, a 3D time-of-flight sensor, and an AI camera to map and navigate, so it doesn't need perimeter wire or an RTK antenna. In the app, you can create zones and no-go areas, adjust cutting settings, and schedule mowing.
The built-in TruEdge trimmer is what sets it apart from many competitors. Unlike some robot mowers that still leave a strip for you to finish manually, this model has edge trimming integrated to reduce cleanup. Another perk is how quiet it is: The mower operates at just 61 dB (significantly quieter than a gas mower), though the trimmer can reach around 81 dB.
While it has a PIN and lift alarm, it doesn’t offer the same location-tracking protection as premium competitors, which could matter if your mower is accessible from the street. Still, if your lawn is a quarter acre or less, somewhat level, and regularly maintained, the wireless Ecovacs Goat O1000 LiDAR Pro Robot Lawn Mower can handle most of your weekly mowing needs—and is even more appealing at nearly $550 off.
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The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo is currently down to $495 from $629, saving you $134 and bringing the bundle to its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. That's a decent discount if you've been considering a dedicated camera for vlogging, travel videos, or social media content, particularly since the Creator Combo includes accessories you'd otherwise have to buy separately—along with the camera, you get a DJI Mic 2 transmitter for clearer voice recordings, a battery handle for longer shooting sessions, and a mini tripod that comes in handy when you want to film yourself without holding the camera.
As for the camera itself, it uses a one-inch (Type 1) sensor that handles dim light better than earlier Pocket models and records 4K video at up to 120fps, so you can capture everything from everyday vlogs to slow-motion footage. And because it has a three-axis mechanical gimbal, you can walk around while filming without ending up with shaky footage, while the wide 20mm-equivalent lens gives you enough room to fit yourself and your surroundings into the frame. Its rotating two-inch touchscreen also makes switching between horizontal videos for YouTube and vertical clips for Instagram fairly simple.
PCMag also praised its natural-looking color profiles, while more experienced creators can use 10-bit D-Log M for greater control over colors during editing. Audio gets similar attention, as the camera records in stereo and connects directly to up to two DJI Mic 2 or Mic Mini transmitters, so the bundled transmitter clipped to your collar keeps your voice clear during an interview or a walk down a busy street. Its main limitation is durability: It isn't weatherproof or particularly rugged, so rain, dust, and rough handling are concerns. You'll also need a microSD card for storage, and there's no HDMI output.
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Ever since I got my power station, I've been sleeping a bit better whenever a storm comes through, confident I'm covered if my power goes out. Power stations are pricey, so the best time to get one is during a sale, and not when a storm is imminent or the food in your fridge is spoiling from a power outage.
Right now is a good time to buy: The Anker SOLIX S2000 is 46% off, landing at $649.99 (originally $1,199). The S200 is great for anyone who lives in an area that is prone to losing power or in need of a compact but powerful portable power station they can take camping. It can power an average fridge for 35 hours, according to Anker, which gives you an idea of how powerful it is.
Don't let the size or weight of the Solix S2000 fool you. Although it's small, at 8.2 × 11.1 × 12.7 inches (LWH), and relative light, weighing in at around 36 pounds, it has a battery capacity of 2,010 Wh. According to PCMag's "excellent" review, the Solix S2000 delivers an unusually high percentage of its rated capacity while consuming remarkably little idle power on intermittent loads like refrigerators and routers. It's very quiet while operating, and the Anker app is one of the best power station apps I've used.
There are two AC outlets in the back and three more on the front. There are also two USB-C ports in the front, along with a USB-A port and a solar port that will allow you to attach an optional Anker solar panel to recharge the unit.
To give you an idea of how long you can expect to have the S2000 last, if you were to use this power station and charge it every day, it would give you about 15 years of use (10,000 charge cycles) before the battery becomes severely affected. That's a long lifespan for a small power station. If you don't have a solution to power your home essentials in an emergency, this is a great option at a huge 46% discount.
Proton Pass is the password management app from privacy-focused Proton (whose suite of tools also includes Proton Mail and Proton VPN). Whether you're already a Proton user or are looking for a new password manager to securely store your credentials and other data, these are the tips and tricks that will help you get the most out of Proton Pass.
Password managers offer a secure alternative to writing down wifi passwords and other logins or sending them via text. In Proton Pass, you can create a separate vault specifically for your home and share a limited list of credentials—such as guest wifi, smart lock codes, and streaming information—with visitors. Vaults can be set as view only, and you can revoke access at any time. Users without a Proton Pass account receive a shared link, which can be set to expire after a specific amount of time or number of views.
Another use case for separate vaults is as an "in case of emergency" selection of items that you can share with trusted contacts. For paid users, Proton Pass has a dedicated emergency access feature, which lets up to five contacts of your choice get into your account after a dedicated waiting period in the event of your illness or death. Alternatively, you can set up a vault that contains only specific items, such as logins or secure notes, and share it with those who may need the information if you are incapacitated or unreachable. Remember that guest access can be set to expire or revoked at any time.
When you create an item in Proton Pass, you have the option to add custom fields, which allow you to save additional information relevant to your credential, such as text notes and 2FA codes. You can also select a Hidden field, which masks the text by default until you reveal it (similar to how passwords are masked). This prevents someone from looking over your shoulder and catching sight of sensitive information, such as security question answers and PINs. Custom fields are available on paid Proton plans.
A Proton Pass selling point is its hide-my-email alias feature, which generates a unique email address when you sign up for a new account. Email aliases forward to your main inbox, but they prevent you from having to share your real address, essentially creating burner identities that you can use for online shopping, newsletters or promotional lists, and other activity that you don't want tied to your personal email. Free users get 10 hide-my-email aliases, while those on paid plans have an unlimited number. While Proton Pass doesn't yet have an integrated virtual card option like 1Password, you can use a service like Privacy.com or Revolut to create single-use or merchant-locked payment cards that protect your real account information.
Another benefit of hide-my-email aliases is that you can find out who is selling your data (again, without compromising your personal email address). When you generate an alias, add a custom text field with notes on exactly what the address is being used for. If you start receiving marketing emails or spam to that alias, you'll know where that compromise came from. You can then disable the alias instantly within Proton Pass.
Some employers, universities, and service providers have multiple URLs for accessing online portals, but you use the same credentials across all of them. Instead of cluttering your vault with duplicate entries, you can add multiple URLs to an item so Proton Pass will autofill that item across all of them. This also prevents an issue where you have to update a password and then remember to sync it across duplicate items. When you edit an entry, simply tap Add in the Website box.
Proton Pass stores a history of your saved items so you can see previous passwords and information that's since been changed. This makes it easy to revert back to earlier versions if you encounter an error when updating a credential. You have access to the last 50 versions of an item on paid plans, and you can restore earlier versions to be the current version directly from the item history.
When you create a new credential, Proton Pass can randomly generate a strong password to match site requirements. Alternatively, you can opt for passphrases, which are strings of words separated by hyphens (or another symbol). These are still highly secure but much easier to remember and type than a random string of letters, numbers, and symbols. Passphrases can be useful on accounts for which you have to manually enter your credentials.
When you sign up for Proton Pass, you start by creating a global Proton account that works across Proton apps. You should, of course, make this password highly secure and enable multi-factor authentication, but you may also want to set up a password specifically for your Proton Pass vault(s) so even if your Proton account is somehow compromised, your credentials remain protected. You'll find this option under Settings > Security > Extra password on the browser extension and under Profile > Account name > Manage account on the mobile app. Note that if you forget or lose this password, you won't be able to access your Pass account.
Some of the best password managers can double as encrypted storage vaults, meaning you can upload sensitive documents that you don't want to entrust to other cloud services that may be more susceptible to compromise. Proton Pass includes 1 GB of storage on its free plan and 10 GB for paid users. You can create secure notes and attach uploaded files to any item in your vault.
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As Amazon’s October Prime Day winds down, you can still find the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar on sale for $844.99 (originally $1,099), its lowest price yet, according to price trackers. It replaces the Smart Ultra Soundbar in Bose’s lineup and sits at the center of the company’s newer Lifestyle Ultra family, with matching speaker and a subwoofer available if you eventually want to build out a larger system. On its own, though, this is a substantial soundbar at 43.3 inches wide and 14.3 pounds, though its 2.6-inch height keeps the profile relatively low.
Inside are nine drivers arranged in a 5.0.2 configuration, including a center tweeter for dialogue and two upward-firing drivers for Dolby Atmos height effects, and the result is crisp, detailed audio with a convincing sense of space. That said, while the bass is solid, it doesn't quite keep pace with the rest of the sound, with this PCMag review recommending adding a subwoofer. Until then, Bose's app gives you plenty to work with, including a three-band EQ for nudging up the low end and separate level controls for the center, height, and surround channels, so you can bring voices forward or dial in the Atmos effect for your room.
Connectivity covers one HDMI eARC port, Ethernet, a subwoofer output, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.3, but there's no passthrough for a second HDMI device and no 3.5mm aux input. It also skips DTS entirely and can't pair with Bose headphones for private listening. Anyone already invested in Bose speakers or planning to build out a full system around it will get the most from this discount, while those wanting deeper bass without buying a subwoofer may be better served by the Sonos Arc Ultra, which is also on sale for $899, though it comes with the same single-HDMI, no-DTS limitations.
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October Prime Day is over, but you can still grab this great bargain. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+, a well-reviewed tablet at a solid price. Amazon is currently selling it for $229.99, $70 off the list price of $299.99.
The Galaxy Tab A11+ has an 11-inch display with a refresh rate of 90Hz. This model has 6GB of memory and 128GB of storage. While that's not a particularly large SSD, the specs should be enough for most tasks, whether that's browsing, streaming, gaming, or getting some work done. The Galaxy Tab A11+ comes with a 5 MP front camera for video calls, and a big enough battery to last through a long flight. If you do find yourself needing more RAM or storage, the 256GB model with 8GB of memory isn't currently discounted: You can get it for $379.99.
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It's hard to believe you can get an HDTV released in 2026 for under $100, but you can. This Roku 32-Inch Select Series Smart TV is still on sale for $99.99—40% off the list price of $179.99—even after the October Prime Day sale has ended. There's no telling how much longer the discount will last, so act quickly if you missed your shot at other Prime Day TV deals.
It's 1080p, so not the highest resolution, but if you need a smaller set for the bedroom or kitchen, it will more than do the job for less than the cost of dinner and a movie for two. Because it's a Roku TV, it's designed around streaming apps, with a simple-to-navigate Home Screen and an uncluttered remote control that includes voice control. It even comes preloaded (yay?) with a ton of free TV options too, if you don't want to subscribe to anything.
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The JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx headphones are still on sale for an excellent price: They list for $449, but you can pick them up on Amazon for $179.99 after the October Prime Day sale. That's 60% off for a pair of my personal favorite over-ear headphones. You can read my own testimonial here or read our full review.
These headphones are designed for travel, so they pack up into a tight space, and the sound quality is excellent. Before I got these, I usually took flights with cheap earbuds. Never again. Even long flights are almost enjoyable when you can cancel the sound of the engine.
They come with a Smart Tx Audio Transmitter, a separate module that acts as a universal audio bridge. It plugs into 3.5mm headphone jacks and other audio sources and improves the sound quality, wirelessly beaming audio from anywhere—airplane in-flight entertainment systems, that jack on the stair machine at the gym, older TVs, PCs, etc.—right to your headphones. It's also a wireless, touchscreen remote control. Very, very slick—especially at 60% off.
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October Prime Day 2026 is over, but there are still some great deals on Bluetooth speakers. If you want great sound on a budget, I went through all the under-$50 offerings to pull out the best, focusing on trusted names like Anker and Sony.
If you need music in the shower or by the pool, the Soundcore Select 4 Go is so waterproof it floats. It plays music for 20 hours on a single charge and supports wireless pairing, so you can hook it up with another compatible speaker for stereo sound. Despite its small size, this speaker delivers strong playback.
Sony's SRS-XB100 pushes right against the $50 maximum. It offers Sony's Sound Diffusion Processor for audio that punches above its weight, and 16 hours of playback per charge. You can take it to the beach, too; it's IP67 rated, so it's both dustproof and waterproof.
The sound quality you'll get from this speaker probably doesn't measure up to brands like JBL and Sony, but their speakers aren't also AM and FM radios, and they don't say "RadioShack" on the front, nor do they have a retractable antenna. This retro-styled speaker looks like a 1970s portable radio, but it's a Bluetooth speaker that can also play audio from USB cards.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is in full swing, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (46mm, LTE) is down to $389.99 from $549.99, a $160 discount and its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. That's still $90 more than the 44mm LTE version of the standard Galaxy Watch 8—even while these smartwatches share most of their core features, including Google Gemini, sleep coaching, and Galaxy AI-powered running plans that can help you prepare for anything from a 5K to a marathon.
What you’re paying extra for with the Classic is primarily its better battery life (49 hours in PCMag's testing, where the base model needs a charge every day) and more premium hardware, particularly the stainless-steel case and physical rotating bezel (last seen on the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic), which lets you scroll through menus and notifications without constantly swiping across the screen. The Watch 8 Classic comes in a single 46mm size with Samsung’s five-core Exynos W1000 processor, 2GB of memory, and 64GB of storage (twice that of the base Watch 8).
It’s also built for more than everyday wear, with IP68 dust and water resistance, a 5ATM rating, and MIL-STD-810H certification for environmental stresses such as temperature changes, vibration, and shock. As for its health and fitness features, it covers GPS, heart rate tracking (which is reportedly accurate, according to PCMag), blood oxygen, temperature, and ECG monitoring—all while LTE lets you take calls with your phone left at home. The biggest catch is compatibility, since the watch needs an Android 12 or later phone with more than 1.5GB of memory. Also, Samsung keeps gesture controls, AI insights, and snoring detection exclusive to its own phones.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is in full swing, and the SimpliSafe 12-Piece Wireless Home Security System with HD Camera is down to $159.99 from $339.99, a nearly $180 discount and its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. It is a fairly comprehensive starter kit for the money, with a base station and keypad, along with five entry sensors, two motion sensors, a key fob, a panic button, and a SimpliCam indoor camera— enough to cover the front and back doors and three windows, with the motion sensors watching a hallway and a living room. Our broader roundup of smart home deals during October Prime Day has more security cameras, smart locks, and video doorbells currently on sale.
Each motion sensor covers 35 feet across a 90-degree field of view, so one placed in a corner can watch a whole room, and both ignore pets under 60 pounds, according to the manufacturer, meaning a cat or beagle shouldn't trip them but a Labrador might. You can arm or disarm the system through the SimpliSafe app, while Alexa and Google Assistant support adds voice controls. Keeping all of that connected is the base station, which uses both Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity and has a backup battery that can keep the system running for up to 24 hours during a power outage.
While the current price covers the equipment and includes one free month of professional monitoring (after which plans start at less than $1 to just over two dollars per day), some features are tied to that subscription, including the panic button’s ability to dispatch police, as well as app alerts and 30-day camera video storage. Without a plan, you can still use the system as a local alarm and arm or disarm it from the keypad or key fob, but you’ll lose some of the remote and monitored features that make the full setup more useful.
When I was a kid, a portable game system that could play over 20,000 games, including just about every arcade game in the world, would have sounded like science fiction. In 2026, during October Prime Day, it's less than $100, and it can be delivered to your house in a day.
The RG52MINI Retro Handheld Game Console features a 5.5-inch, 720x1280 IPS screen, a 2.0GHz processor, and 2+4GB RAM. It supports EmuELEC, the emulator for classic games from systems like the NES, Genesis, PS1, and more. It also supports wifi for multiplayer and for RGBOX, so you can download thousands of game ROMs directly to the device, no PC required.
If you want a game system that can play everything from prehistoric titles like Pong to fifth-generation games like Metal Gear Solid, for less than you probably spent trying to beat Dragon's Lair, here you go.
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If you’re looking for a last-minute October Prime Day deal on budget noise-canceling earbuds that still deliver big sound, the JBL Tune Buds are currently seeing a massive 67% discount. They’re down to $32.95 (originally $99.95), giving you most of the features you likely want from your everyday earbuds, at a record-low price.
Battery life is one of the biggest selling points of the JBL Tune Buds. They last up to 48 hours—12 hours on a single charge, with an additional 36 hours from the charging case, when ANC is off. A 15-minute quick charge delivers up to four extra hours of playback, although it’s worth noting that the case doesn’t support wireless charging. They also have an IP54 rating, making them somewhat resistant to dust and water.
According to PCMag, they offer modest active noise cancellation, which is still a steal at the current price. The earbuds also come with built-in Alexa and an accompanying app that lets you further customize the sound and switch between modes such as ANC, Ambient Aware, and TalkThru. The sound is bright and bass-heavy thanks to JBL’s bass-forward Pure Bass tuning, but you can adjust it with the in-app EQ if it’s not to your liking.
While they don’t have all the bells and whistles of pricier noise-canceling earbuds, the features you get at this price make them easy to love. If you’re looking for an affordable alternative to more expensive models that you can use for workouts, commuting, travel, and more, this last-minute JBL Tune Buds October Prime Day deal is worth grabbing while it lasts.
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7 in 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
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It shouldn't come as a surprise that Amazon collects data about you based on what you buy. And now, you can get a direct look at what the company has concluded from all that activity.
Amazon's "About You" page, currently in beta after launching this May, uses data from customers' activity to generate details about them in categories like Product Preferences, Interests & Hobbies, and Home & Family. Amazon uses those details to personalize the shopping experience. Here's how to navigate and personalize your "About You" page in your Amazon account.
The results can be oddly specific. My editor-in-chief, Jordan Calhoun, shared his page, which includes these entries:
"Likely has 2 adults"
"Owns a PlayStation 5 console"
"Prioritizes plant-based meat alternatives over traditional options"
"Subscribes to multiple streaming services continually"
"Owns a large dog"
"Likely has a cat"
Full disclosure: I try to never use Amazon personally. I pretty much exclusively use it to round up deals for you, my dear reader. That being said, here's what Amazon thinks it knows about me: "Values durable travel gear," "prefers athletic and casual clothing styles," "practices yoga regularly," and "listens to music frequently."
In its Privacy Notice, Amazon lists every activity that provides user data to the company. That includes the obvious, like searching for items and placing orders. It also includes actions you may not realize are being tracked, like interacting with Alexa Voice Service, participating in discussion boards, or linking an Amazon account to a third-party business.
On desktop:
Hover over where Amazon says "Hello, [your name]" in the upper right corner.
Under the "Your Account" section, click "Account."
Under the "Ordering and shopping preferences" section, click "Your Shopping preferences."
From here, you can add information of your own, like your shoe size, interests, and dietary preferences. Scroll to the bottom of the page, and you'll see a blue hyperlinked option that says, "Manage your information." Click it, and you'll see what dirt Amazon has on you.
On the mobile app:
Tap the hamburger icon in the bottom menu bar, then go to Account > Shopping preferences > About you.
Shoppers can't directly opt out of the "About you" feature. They can, however, customize the data by adding details they want Amazon to know and deleting assumptions they consider inaccurate or too personal.
On the "About you" page, customers also have the option to "make Amazon even more personal to you" by importing personal data they've shared with other AI agents. Amazon provides a prompt for you to feed to your chatbot to generate a shopping profile, then asks you to copy the bot's response and paste it back into Amazon.
Whether that's worth doing is up to you. Given how much Amazon already infers from your browsing and buying, handing over a profile from another AI service is a choice worth thinking through. Either way, taking a few minutes to review your page and delete anything inaccurate or too personal is a simple way to see and shape what Amazon knows about you.
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Of all the speaker systems we've rounded up this October Prime Day, I'm most drawn to the Marshall line—particularly the Marshall Emberton III. And right now, it's on sale for $99, 44% off the list price, during Amazon's October Prime Day.
Marshall is famous among music types for the iconic JTM 45, aka the "Marshall Stack," a guitar amplifier setup that basically invented "loud" in music. The company's Bluetooth speakers are styled like the amps—a nod to the history of rock and roll—but beneath the iconic look is a damn good Bluetooth speaker.
The Emberton III is waterproof, dustproof, and portable. It's rugged, like a rock amp should be. It comes in four colors, and the battery lasts for 32 hours per charge. The sound is pushed by dual 10W drivers and tuned by Marshall to provide decent sound at any volume, including "all the way up."
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A lot of companies offer discounts during October Prime Day, but the steepest price drops are usually on Amazon's house brand. Case in point: This Amazon Fire 4K Stick is $37.99, a 45% discount on the list price. The 4K Fire Stick is optimized for streaming to 4K televisions. It's Wi-Fi 6 compatible, supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos audio, too. There's no installation hassle either: You just slide it into the HDMI port, and you're rolling.
The 4k Fire Stick provides a lot of entertainment for $38. Obviously, you can stream thousands of movies and TV shows across all major streaming services, but you can also use it for gaming. Hook up a controller and your Luna or Xbox Game Pass, and you can play hundreds of games, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Hogwarts Legacy, without a console. The Fire Stick is fully Alexa-ed up, too. Just hit the voice remote button and talk to the digital assistant to get show recommendations, ask questions like "Wasn't that guy in that other show?" or just have a little conversation about any topic at all. You can even manage your smart home from your remote control.
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October Prime Day is officially underway, offering discounts on everything from headphones to fitness tech. One standout that blends those two categories is the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, now 28% off at $179.95 (originally $249.99). That saves you just over $70, matching the earbuds’ lowest price ever, according to price-tracking tools.
The Powerbeats Pro 2 are a popular choice for gym-goers and runners. The flexible ear hooks are made with a strong nickel-titanium alloy, and are designed to stay put during high-impact movements. They also come with five ear-tip sizes, allowing for a more customizable fit. An IPX4 rating means they’re sweat- and water-resistant, though not meant for swimming or submersion.
Apple’s H2 chip powers these earbuds, including both active noise cancellation to block out sound and Transparency mode to let you hear your surroundings. Powerbeats Pro 2 also include Adaptive EQ and personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. PCMag, which gave the earbuds an "Excellent" rating, calls the sound “bass-forward,” which isn't surprising for anyone who has used Beats. These earbuds even have a built-in heart-rate monitor, which transmits live workout data to compatible fitness apps and equipment for both Apple and Android users.
Battery life lasts up to 10 hours without ANC and eight hours with it on. The case holds an added 28 hours of charge with ANC on and 35 hours with it off. Plus, a five-minute quick charge provides around 90 minutes of playback. The buds also use tactile buttons instead of touch controls, located on a stem that extends forward from the in-ear module.
While the ear hook design isn’t for everyone, if you're looking for an alternative to traditional earbuds with powerful noise cancellation and physical controls for both Android and Apple users, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are worth considering – especially since they rarely reach this low of a price.
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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, better known as October Prime Day, is underway from Oct. 6 through Oct. 7, and smart-glasses maker RayNeo has put three pairs of its GT and Air smart glasses up for sale at sizable discounts. That includes the brand-new GT series of AR glasses, just released a month ago. If you want to get an early look at the next wave of smart glasses, here's what RayNeo has discounted:
RayNeo boasts that its premium GT glasses, GT Max, have an industry-leading 59° field-of-view that delivers a virtual screen equivalent to a 267-inch display. For Prime Day, they're on sale for $364.65, a 15% discount off the list price of $429, and the lowest price these glasses have ever had.
If you don't need the absolute latest in wearable displays from RayNeo, the Air series is also discounted. These are excellent display glasses for solid prices. First, there's the Air 4 Pro: I wrote an in-depth review of the Air 4 Pro, concluding they are excellent display-in-glasses. They feature HDR10 video, on-the-fly 2D to 3D conversion, and sound designed by Bang & Olufsen. The virtual screen is equivalent to a 201-inch display, and they're marked down to $239.20 for Big Deal Days, a 20% discount on the list price.
The Air 3s Pro are another excellent pair of display glasses (read my full review here): These glasses feature distortion reduction and improved edge clarity, and they come in at $219, 27% less than the $299 list price.
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
October Prime Day starts Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. PT / 3:00 a.m. ET.
RayNeo glasses work via USB-C with any device that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode). That includes iPhones from 15-17, newer Android phones, Steam Deck, PS5, and more.
They do not. They draw power from the devices they are tethered to.
Yes. RayNeo glasses include insertable prescription frame templates. You can take these to a local optician or order custom prescription lenses online.
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Nothing's first over-ear headphones, the Headphone (1), are $110 off for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, bringing them down to $189 from $299 (their lowest price ever, according to price trackers) during the sale, which runs through Oct. 7. Nothing's newer Headphone (a), which launched in 2026 and earned an "excellent" rating in PCMag's review, is on sale as well, dropping to $129 from $199. For more discounts and the latest offers, check out our extensive Prime Day 2026 coverage.
In line with the company’s design language, these headphones feature transparent elements and bold, geometric detailing that make them stand out from typical matte-black pairs. But the appeal goes beyond the look. These IP52-rated headphones use 40mm drivers, hybrid ANC, and both USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity. They also support high-res audio via LDAC, while Nothing’s companion app gives you basic and advanced EQ controls for adjusting the sound. Battery life is impressive, too, stretching to 35 hours with ANC on and up to 80 hours with it switched off.
But the hardware alone doesn’t define the experience—Nothing’s control scheme is what makes these wireless headphones stand out. Instead of touch panels or clunky buttons, you get a satisfying volume scroll wheel (they call it the Roller), a multi-function Paddle for track navigation, and a customizable button that can switch EQ profiles or noise modes. The tactile design takes a minute to learn, but once you do, it’s intuitive and genuinely useful. You also get spatial audio and multipoint Bluetooth support, which work well across Android and iOS.
Comfort may vary: The earcups aren’t the softest for long sessions, and while they’re padded, the shape might not suit everyone. Performance-wise, the ANC handles low-end noise well (think airplane engines and AC hum) but struggles with sharper, unexpected sounds like clanging dishes or chatter nearby. The sound profile is punchy, especially with a bit of EQ tweaking in the app, but you’ll need to put in some effort if you want the best results, notes this PCMag review.
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
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Amazon's October Prime Day sale has the 2024 Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition down to $169.99 from $249.99, taking $80 off the most fully featured version of the Paperwhite. The price is what makes this deal worth a closer look, since Amazon raised prices across most of its Kindle lineup in August, citing higher memory and storage costs. The standard 16GB Paperwhite went from $159.99 to $199.99, so at $169.99, the Signature Edition now costs $30 less than the base model's list price (though it’s currently discounted to $149.99 for Prime Day). Amazon also unveiled a redesigned Kindle lineup just days ago, including an aluminum-backed Paperwhite Signature in a fun Seaglass Green color, but it costs $249.99, and won't ship until October 28.
The Paperwhite Signature shares the standard model's seven-inch, 300ppi E Ink display and IPX8 waterproofing, so taking it to the pool or reading in the bath is fair game. Where it pulls ahead is in the extras, starting with an ad-free lock screen and a front light that adjusts automatically as your surroundings change, saving you from fiddling with the brightness every time you move from a sunny patio to reading in bed. Storage doubles from 16GB to 32GB as well, which is probably more than most ebook libraries need (speaking of, did you know you could get two free ebooks this month?) but leaves additional room for audiobooks, comics, and large PDFs. Audio playback requires Bluetooth headphones, since there’s no headphone jack.
Another convenience you don't get with the standard Paperwhite is 10W Qi wireless charging, although you'll need to provide your own wireless charger and power adapter. The 2024 model also feels noticeably quicker than older Paperwhites, with Amazon claiming 25% faster page turns compared with the 2021 generation—this PCMag review found the difference noticeable when waking the device, browsing the library, and turning pages. None of these upgrades fundamentally changes what a Kindle does (though our guide to lesser-known Kindle features can help you get more out of yours), and with a new generation arriving, the 2024 model is no longer the latest Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. But at $170 for Prime Big Deal Day, those extras are much easier to justify.
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
No. Prime Day is a legitimate online sale from arguably the biggest and most reputable online retailer in the world.
This 2026 October Prime Day, you won’t likely see new Kindles on sale as in previous years. Kindles have gone up in price recently, but there are other non-Kindle e-readers that will be on sale.
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The Amazon October Prime Day sale officially begins tomorrow, but plenty of deals are already live, including some significant cuts on iPads, Kindles, and other tablets. Right now, the 2024 Amazon Kindle is down to $103.99 (originally $149.99), and it’s a deal worth considering for anyone in the market for an e-reader—especially after Amazon's price hike earlier this year.
The basic 16GB model checks all the boxes of a straightforward e-reader: It’ll deliver weeks of battery life, has a sharp, compact screen, and lacks the annoying notifications or apps competing with the book you’re trying to read. It has a six-inch, 300-ppi glare-free display, an adjustable front light, Dark Mode to better protect your eyes, USB-C charging, and plenty of storage room.
At 5.56 ounces, it's Amazon’s lightest and most compact Kindle, making it a solid option for commuters or travelers, with battery life lasting up to six weeks per charge. The beauty is its simplicity; it’s designed to keep you immersed in your book, and is especially convenient for those who buy ebooks through Amazon or use a library app that supports Kindle delivery.
If you want a warm reading light or waterproofing, you’ll have to level up to the Kindle Paperwhite (also 32% off for Amazon Prime Day 2026). Still, at around a $100 price point, the 2024 Amazon Kindle is still one of the best options for shoppers who are seeking e-reader simplicity without paying extra for Paperwhite features—or opting for a more full-featured tablet.
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The October Prime Day sale is officially here, and the best deals on headphones, fitness tech, and other essentials from premium brands are popping up all over Amazon. Right now, these Sony LinkBuds Clip Open Earbuds are down to $158 (originally $229.99), an all-time low according to price tracking tools.
One of the top Prime Day earbuds deals for people who dislike conventional in-ear buds, the Sony LinkBuds Clip gets praise in PCMag for crystal-clear audio and long-lasting battery life. With a lightweight clip-on design that sits outside the ear canal and lets you hear background noise like traffic or announcements, they’re a useful essential for errand runs, busy workdays, dog walks, and other settings where you don’t want total noise cancellation. An IPX4 rating can handle sweat and light rain, while multipoint pairing lets you stay connected to devices without constant re-pairing.
The earbuds last up to 37 hours and offer nine hours of continuous use per charge, far more than the AirPods 4 with ANC, which last five hours with ANC off and four with it on. A three-minute charge provides around an hour of playback. The app makes the sound heavily customizable, and while sound quality is robust and impressive, it’s not quite as bass-forward as in-ear buds.
Though they can’t overcome the limitations most open-ear designs face, the Sony LinkBuds Clip Open Earbuds are a reliable, long-lasting option for settings where you need situational awareness.
Prime Day lets Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It only lasts two days, so make sure you check out everything we know about the sale before it starts.
Yes, you will need to be a Prime Member to shop the exclusive sales during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days. Prime membership starts at $14.99 per month.
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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Amazon's October Prime Day sale, officially called Prime Big Deal Days, runs October 6 and 7, but discounts on Samsung devices are already live ahead of it, with discounts spanning Galaxy phones and LTE smartwatches, OLED and Neo QLED TVs, curved Odyssey gaming monitors, and Q-Series soundbars. Some of the biggest cuts take as much as $700 off a TV, while several monitors—including the 37-inch Odyssey G7 gaming monitor at $449.99—have dropped to record-low prices, according to price trackers. For more discounts and latest offers as this year's sale unfolds, check out our Prime Day 2026 coverage.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the least expensive option at $654.99, down from $799.99, its lowest price to date. From there, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is $979.99, down $375 from $1,199.99, making it an interesting step up because it currently costs just $90 more than the smaller 512GB Samsung Galaxy S26, which is $899.99, down from $1,199.99—this PCMag review covers its performance and battery life in more detail, while its S26+ review takes a closer look at the larger model. At the top of the lineup, the 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in Sky Blue is $979, down nearly $421 from $1,399.99. It adds a larger display, built-in S Pen, more capable camera array, all of which are covered in more detail in PCMag's review.
Samsung's foldables give you two very different ways to spend more, and both 256GB models, which launched in August, are already discounted about two months after release. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 in Graphite is down to $989.99 from $1,199.99, a $210 discount on Samsung's flagship clamshell, while anyone who wants more screen can step up to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for $1,549.99, a $350 discount from $1,899.99. PCMag's Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 reviews take a deeper look at the hardware and folding experience of each.
For anyone who doesn't need flagship hardware, the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G (2026) is down to $399.99 from $599.99, its lowest price to date. You can find a deeper look into its performance and cameras in PCMag's review.
The 65-inch Samsung M70H is $427.99 from $477.99, which is its lowest price yet. It's Samsung's entry-level Mini LED model for 2026, with a 4K picture, HDR10+, and access to Samsung's Gaming Hub for cloud gaming services, though its 60Hz panel suits movies and TV better than fast-paced gaming. The 2026 65-inch S90H is $1,497.99—down $400 from $1,897.99, also its lowest price yet—and steps up to an OLED panel with Samsung's Glare Free coating, the NQ4 AI Gen3 processor, and support for up to 165Hz with PC games, along with G-Sync compatibility and FreeSync Premium Pro. This CNET review calls it a more affordable OLED option for bright rooms.
The 65-inch S95F falls about $710 from $2,997.99 to $2,287.95. This is Samsung's flagship OLED from last year, with a glare-free screen, along with excellent contrast, vibrant color, and gaming features including a 165Hz refresh rate. PCMag gave the S95F an "excellent" rating. If you'd rather prioritize screen size, the 77-inch S85F is $1,299.96, down almost $900 from $2,197.99—while it sits below Samsung's S90 and S95 OLED lines, you're also getting a considerably larger screen from Samsung's 2025 lineup for under $1,300.
Speaker of bigger screens, the 75-inch Neo QLED QN70F from 2025 is down to $986.99 from $1,197.99, pairing its larger panel with Mini LED backlighting that works particularly well in brighter rooms. And then there's the enormous 98-inch Samsung U9000H (2026), which is $1,497.99, down from $1,997.99, and brings a 98-inch 4K screen to the same price as the 65-inch S90H, with a 120Hz panel and FreeSync Premium, though it uses standard LED backlighting.
The 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G55C is down to $189.99 from $329.99, a roughly 42% discount and its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. Its curved QHD display pairs a 165Hz refresh rate with a 1ms response time and AMD FreeSync, giving you a substantial step up from a standard 60Hz monitor without pushing the price past $200. The newer 37-inch Odyssey G7 (G75F) gets an even steeper cut, dropping $450 from $899.99 to $449.99, also its lowest price on record. Its curved 4K screen runs at 165Hz and gives you more room than a typical 32-inch gaming monitor without going all the way to a true ultrawide setup.
Speaking of which, the 49-inch Odyssey G9 (G91F) is $649.99, down $350 from $999.99, another record low. Its 32:9 screen works like two monitors side by side with no bezel in the middle, and the 144Hz refresh rate makes it as useful for gaming as it is for multitasking. The 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) keeps that ultra-wide format but swaps in a QD-OLED panel for deeper blacks, stronger contrast, and much faster pixel response you'd expect from the technology—and it's currently $795.99 from $1,299.99, saving you just over $500. For more on this, check out this PCMag review.
Finally, the massive 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 (G95NC) is $1,449.99, down $650 from $2,099.99. Its 7,680-by-2,160 resolution is effectively two 4K displays sitting side by side, wrapped into a single curved Mini LED panel, and it can run at up to 240Hz, though you'll need a suitably powerful PC to make full use of that resolution and refresh rate, notes this PCMag review.
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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (40mm, LTE) is $219.99, down $80 from $299.99, and earned an "excellent" rating from PCMag for its bright display and comprehensive health tracking. For something more rugged, the 47mm LTE Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)—with a tougher titanium build, longer battery life, and additional outdoor and fitness features—is $469.99, down $180 from $649.99. Plus, the LTE connection of both these smartwatches means they can stay connected for calls, messages, and other online features without your phone nearby.
Samsung's home theater lineup has some sizable discounts as well, starting with the 2026 HW-QS90H at $847.99, down $150 from $997.99. This all-in-one Q-Series soundbar has built-in woofers, making it a good option if you want fuller TV audio without finding room for a separate subwoofer. If you don't mind adding one, the 2025 HW-Q600F is $497.99 (down from $699.99) and pairs a wireless subwoofer with a 3.1.2-channel soundbar and up-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos and DTS.
Moving further up the Q-Series lineup, the 2026 HW-Q800H is $797.99, down $300 from $1,097.99. Along with its wireless subwoofer, this 5.1.2-channel system supports Q-Symphony, which lets the soundbar pair with speakers in compatible Samsung TVs. If you want rear speakers included as part of the package, the 2026 HW-Q990H takes things a step further with a wireless subwoofer and dedicated rear speakers for a more complete home theater setup. It's currently $1,697.99, down from $1,997.99.
Samsung's newest earbuds, which launched alongside the S26 lineup in February, are both on sale. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are down to $189.99 from $249.99, and the Galaxy Buds 4 have hit their lowest price yet at $149.99, down from $179.99. The Pro model gets Samsung's new Adaptive ANC 2.0, an IP57 rating, and a sealed in-ear fit with silicone tips, while the standard Buds 4 uses an open fit with the first version of Adaptive ANC and a lower IP54 rating. PCMag's Buds 4 Pro review goes deeper into the Pro model's sound and noise cancellation.
Last generation's models cost even less, and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are now $149.99, down from $209, which puts them at the same price as the Buds 4 with a sealed fit, two-way drivers, and adaptive ANC. You can read more in PCMag's review. For the lowest price in this section, the Galaxy Buds 3 FE (2025) are $94.99, down from $149.99, borrowing the Buds 3 Pro's stem design and adding ANC with up to six hours of listening per charge, though they skip multipoint and wireless charging. This CNET review has more on how they sound.
October Prime Day (actually called "Prime Big Deal Days") begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. This is one of three major Amazon sales throughout the year, and it happens every year during October.
Prime Day sales, including Prime Big Deal Days, let Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It lasts only two days, so make sure you know everything about the sale before it starts.
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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Amazon's October Prime Day 2026 sale runs Oct. 6 and 7, and discounts on some of our favorite routers and mesh systems are rolling out, from the TP-Link Archer AXE75 for under $100 to the Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro at more than $750 off. You can also follow our Prime Day 2026 Live Blog for the latest offers, and visit our Prime Day Deals Page for more standout promotions as this year's sale unfolds.
The Amazon Eero Pro 7 is a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 system that earned an "excellent" rating in PCMag's review for its strong throughput and signal performance, easy installation, and multi-gig connectivity. And now its three-pack—designed to cover up to 6,000 square feet—is $599.99 (down from $799.99). Each node has two 5GbE ports, making this a good fit for larger homes with fast internet service and plenty of connected devices.
For a cheaper route into Wi-Fi 7 mesh networking, the TP-Link Deco 7 Pro BE63 (two-pack) is down to $321.75 from $349.99. Each unit of this BE10000 tri-band system has four 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports that work as either WAN or LAN, and supports Multi-Link Operation along with TP-Link's HomeShield security tools and built-in VPN support. PCMag's review gives a closer look at its speeds and coverage.
The Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro is currently $943.64, down from its $1,699.99 list price. It combines a quad-band design with Wi-Fi 7 features including 320MHz channels and Multi-Link Operation. It also brings 10Gbps wired connectivity and extensive network-management tools, with PCMag's testing finding excellent signal performance and throughput. The two-piece system is designed to cover up to 8,000 square feet.
The Netgear Orbi 370 Series is $360.89, down from $449.99. This four-piece setup supports up to 70 devices and covers up to 8,000 square feet, making it a more affordable way to spread Wi-Fi 7 across a large home. That said, it's a dual-band system that uses the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands without 6GHz, and it tops out at 5 Gbps with a 2.5 Gig Ethernet port—so you give up some of the speed and additional wireless bandwidth of pricier tri- and quad-band Orbi models. This PCMag review looks at how it holds up in detail.
The TP-Link Deco X55 (three-pack) is down to $149.97 from $195. It's a dual-band AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 system designed to cover up to 6,500 square feet, with three Gigabit Ethernet ports on each node for wired devices or backhaul. You miss out on the 6GHz band found on Wi-Fi 6E and newer Wi-Fi 7 hardware, but it's a much less expensive way to replace a single-router setup and address dead zones around a larger home.
The Amazon Eero 6+ is $214.99, down from $299.99, for a three-pack that covers up to 4,500 square feet. Each dual-band Wi-Fi 6 unit supports 160MHz channels and internet plans up to 1 Gbps, and like other Eero systems, it doubles as a Thread, Zigbee, and Matter smart home hub. PCMag's review details how it performs for the price.
At $90 off, the Eero Pro 6E makes more sense if you already own devices capable of using the 6GHz band but aren't ready to pay Wi-Fi 7 prices. The tri-band system supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz connections and earned an "excellent" rating from PCMag, with strong throughput performance and straightforward installation among its strengths. It's an older generation than the Pro 7 above, but at $259.99, the discount makes that compromise considerably easier to justify.
The Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Pro is the cheapest Wi-Fi 6E mesh option in this roundup at $158.88, down about $21 from $179.98. The AXE5400 tri-band system gives compatible devices access to the less congested 6GHz band alongside 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and PCMag found its 5GHz and 6GHz throughput impressive in testing. It doesn't offer the extensive settings you'll find on some enthusiast-oriented systems, but that's less of an issue if you primarily want an affordable, easy-to-manage mesh network.
The Asus ROG Rapture GT6 is $80 off, bringing our gaming mesh pick to $269.99, down from $349.99. This tri-band Wi-Fi 6 system has a 2.5Gbps WAN port, a dedicated gaming LAN port, and gaming-oriented traffic controls, along with a second 5GHz band that can be used for wireless backhaul. PCMag found it delivered strong throughput and signal performance, and a two-pack can cover up to 5,800 square feet, making it a useful middle ground between a traditional gaming router and a whole-home mesh system.
The TP-Link Archer AXE75 is down to $89.99 from $119.99. It's a tri-band AXE5400 router with separate 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, and PCMag gave it an "excellent" rating for its strong 5GHz performance, easy installation, and 6GHz connectivity. Its Ethernet ports top out at 1Gbps, so this isn't the router to buy for a multi-gig internet plan.
The Eero Max 7 is down $180 to $419.99 (from $599.99), matching its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. It pairs tri-band Wi-Fi 7 with two 10GbE and two 2.5GbE ports, giving it plenty of wired bandwidth for multi-gig internet and other high-speed network hardware. PCMag gave it an "excellent" rating for its speedy throughput, strong signal performance, and easy setup, although some parental controls and security features require an Eero Plus subscription.
For gaming, the TP-Link Archer GE800 is $57 off at $542.99 (regularly $599.99). This BE19000 tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router supports Multi-Link Operation and 320MHz channels and pairs its wireless bandwidth with serious wired connectivity, including 10Gbps and 2.5Gbps Ethernet. There are also gaming-focused traffic prioritization and network-management tools—this PCMag review finds its 5GHz and 6GHz throughput particularly strong.
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
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You're not having déjà vu: Amazon did just have a big sale in July. This time, though, it's their fall sale—Prime Big Deal Days, better known as October Prime Day. The sale is officially underway from Oct. 6-7, and we're all over it. Remember to check price-tracking tools so you can trust that the sales we're talking about are actually good deals, and not just hype.
Remember, you need to be a Prime Member to access all of Amazon's Prime Day deals and to get free shipping. Prime membership starts at $14.99 per month ($139 per year) and comes with more benefits than people think. It's easy to figure out whether a yearly Prime membership is worth it for you, but remember, you can always cancel your Prime membership once the sale is over, as Amazon offers free 30-day trials. You can shop the entire event and still have time to cancel before you're charged.
For a glimpse of the best deals as we find them, check out our live blog of the event below, featuring the Lifehacker team's coverage of Prime Day. We'll continue highlighting new deals as we find them. Our sister brands have live blogs worth checking out, too, including CNET, PCMag, ZDNET, and Mashable.
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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, the October edition of Prime Day, runs Oct. 6 and 7, and Bluetooth speaker discounts from Soundcore, Ultimate Ears, JBL, and Marshall are live. Prices range from $19.99 for the Select 4 Go to $249 for the Marshall Stanmore III, with plenty of options in between, whether you want something small enough to throw in a backpack or a larger speaker with enough volume for a backyard gathering. For more discounts and the latest offers, check out our extensive Prime Day 2026 coverage.
The Soundcore Select 4 Go is $19.99, down from $34.99, and its IP67 rating, floating design, and carrying strap make it easy to take to the beach or clip to a backpack—while the Soundcore 2 is $28.48, down from $44.99, and is better suited to a desk or kitchen, with 12W of output and up to 24 hours of playback.
For outdoor use, the Soundcore Boom Go 3i is $55.99, down from $79.99, and pairs an IP68 rating with 24 hours of playback and a battery that can charge a phone. The Soundcore Boom 2 is $84.99, down from $129.99, and steps up to a built-in subwoofer, up to 80W of output, and a floating body for a backyard or pool, which this in-depth review by PCMag breaks down further.
The Soundcore Motion X600 is $139.99, down from $199.99, and uses five drivers, including one that fires upward, to create spatial audio for listening at home. This PCMag review looks at it more closely. The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is $161.47, down from $249.99, the largest discount in this group, and its 140W output, 20-hour battery, and floating design suit larger outdoor gatherings, as PCMag's review covers in more detail.
All four Ultimate Ears speakers here are IP67-rated for dust and water, starting with the Ultimate Ears Miniroll at $47.49, down from $79.99. It's a flat, palm-sized speaker with a silicone strap for handlebars or a bag and 12 hours of battery life, though it doesn't work with the Ultimate Ears app for EQ adjustments—this PCMag review gives a closer look at how it performs for its size. The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is $56.99, down from $99.99, and adds 360-degree sound, a floating body, 14 hours of playback, and an Outdoor Boost mode for open spaces.
The Ultimate Ears Boom 4 is $99.99, down from $149.99, and keeps the cylindrical shape of earlier Boom models while switching to USB-C charging, with 360-degree sound, a floating design, and 15 hours of battery life. The Ultimate Ears Everboom is $139.99, down from $178.99, and is the most outdoor-focused of the four, with 20 hours of playback, a Bluetooth range of up to 55 meters, an Outdoor Boost button, and a carabiner for clipping it to a bag or tent.
The JBL Go 5 is $39.95 (regularly $54.95) and has an IP68 rating, up to 10 hours of playback with Playtime Boost, and AirTouch, which pairs two Go 5s for stereo when you tap them together. The JBL Clip 5 is $59.95, down from $79.95, and builds in a wide carabiner for hooking onto a bag or belt, along with an IP67 rating, up to 15 hours of playback with Playtime Boost, and EQ controls in the JBL Portable app.
The JBL Grip costs $69.95, down from $99.95, and adds an IP68 rating, Auracast, and AI Sound Boost to limit distortion at high volume. PCMag's review gives a closer look at how it sounds for its size—while the JBL Flip 5, an older model from 2019 with 20W of output, an IPX7 rating, and 12 hours of battery life is currently is $89.95, down from $99.95. This PCMag review covers it in more detail.
The JBL Charge 6 is $149.95, down from $199.95, and is the largest JBL speaker here. It's rated for 24 hours of playback plus four more with Playtime Boost, and it has an IP68 rating, a removable strap, and a built-in power bank for charging a phone. It also supports lossless audio over USB-C. For a detailed breakdown of its performance, check out this PCMag review.
The Marshall Emberton III is $99.99 (down from $179.99), pairing Marshall's amp-inspired styling with two 10W drivers, an IP67 rating, and a battery rated for more than 32 hours. There's also a built-in microphone for calls and multipoint Bluetooth support. If you like Marshall's design but don't want a speaker permanently tethered to an outlet, the Emberton III is the obvious place to start. For something larger while still staying portable, the Marshall Middleton is $149.99, down $170 from $319.99. It carries the same recognizable Marshall styling in a bigger design than the Emberton III, giving you a step up if you want more substantial sound without moving to one of the brand's plug-in home speakers.
Speaking of which, the Marshall Acton III and Marshall Stanmore III are home speakers that plug into the wall. The Acton III is $189.99, down from $299.99, and is the smallest model in Marshall's home lineup. It has 60W of amplification, Bluetooth and 3.5mm inputs, and analog bass and treble knobs on top—this PCMag's review covers in it more detail. The Stanmore III is $249, down from $399.99, and steps up to 80W while adding an RCA input, which makes it a straightforward match for a turntable with a built-in preamp. PCMag's review gives a closer look at its sound and setup.
Bose’s SoundLink Plus is currently $179, down from $269, and is built for taking your music outside, with an IP67 rating that protects it from dust and water and up to 20 hours of battery life to get you through a full day away from an outlet. PCMag’s review has more on how it sounds in practice. For more power, the larger SoundLink Max is $279 (down from $399), with the same battery life and IP67 protection, and a USB-C port that can charge another device. It’s the better fit if you want to fill a larger space with sound rather than keep things compact. This PCMag review looks into its performance in more detail. Both models are also at their lowest prices to date, according to price trackers, making either size a better buy than usual.
The compact Sony SRS-XB100 is $43, down from $64.99, making it the least expensive Sony speaker here. It's small enough to carry easily, with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and up to 16 hours of battery life. PCMag's review goes into more detail on its sound and performance. The Sony ULT Field 1 is $68, down from $139.99, and gives you a larger portable option without a major jump in price. It has an IP67 rating, a shock-resistant design, and up to 12 hours of battery life, while Sony's ULT button boosts the low end when you want more bass. PCMag's review takes a closer look at how it performs.
Moving up in size, the Sony ULT Field 3 is $148, down from $209.99. It extends battery life to up to 24 hours and keeps the IP67 protection and ULT bass boost, while its detachable shoulder strap makes the larger speaker easier to carry. You can read more about its sound and features in PCMag's review. The Sony ULT Field 7 is the biggest option of the group at $448, down from $499. It's built more for parties and larger spaces than tossing into a bag, with up to 30 hours of battery life, an IP67 rating, and lighting around the speaker drivers. It also has inputs for a microphone and guitar if you want to use it for karaoke or live music. PCMag's review has a closer look at its performance.
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
October Prime Day deals are making Wi-Fi 7 upgrades considerably less expensive, with the TP-Link Archer BE550 dropping to $149.99 from $249.99 on Amazon. For more on this year's sale, check out our extensive Prime Day 2026 coverage.
This tri-band router spreads traffic across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, with support for newer Wi-Fi 7 features including Multi-Link Operation and 320MHz channels. Plus, all five of its ports (one WAN port and four LAN ports) run at 2.5Gbps, meaning a desktop, a gaming console, and a NAS can each pull multi-gigabit speeds at the same time. You also get a USB 3.0 port for plugging in an external drive, with the whole thing managed through TP-Link's Tether app or a web interface.
As for its performance, it reportedly delivers excellent top speeds, and its range performance holds up well across a multi-level house, so you should still have enough bandwidth for large downloads, 4K streaming, and other demanding tasks happening simultaneously in different parts of the home. Its EasyMesh support also means you can pair it with another certified router or extender later. That said, while the BE550 has very good range for a standalone router, it’s not a mesh system, so speeds naturally decline as you move farther away or between floors, and you may need that second EasyMesh unit after all. Also, its WAN port tops out at 2.5Gbps, so peak speeds fall short of what a router like the eero Max 7 can hit, though that only becomes a problem if your internet plan is faster than 2.5Gbps.
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
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Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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