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Tom's Guide
09-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Huge Best Buy weekend sale live — 29 deals I'm shopping on Mother's Day gifts, TVs, iPads and more
Planning on indulging in a little retail therapy this weekend? You've come to the right place — especially if it's tech you're after. Best Buy is always our premier choice when it comes to shopping TVs, laptops, headphones, appliance and more. In fact, the retailer is currently hosting an epic sale this weekend. If you're in need of a last-minute Mother's Day gift, Best Buy has tons of deals that you can shop right now. Plus, with same-day shipping and in-store pick up options, you might just be able to get Mom's gift right in time for Sunday. Below, I've rounded up my 29 favorite deals from Best Buy's weekend sale! Keep scrolling to check them out. For more ways to save, take a look at our Best Buy coupon codes. The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is great for documenting life and printing memories. It's also about as simple to use as it gets. There's no smartphone app — just point, shoot and print! Plus, the film is relatively affordable and gives a vivid and contrasty look. At $10 off, this is the cheapest we've seen this camera. The Ember Smart Mug is the second generation app-controlled mug that keeps your drink at your preferred temperature (between 120°F - 145°F) for up to 80 minutes on a full charge. You can also keep it on the charging coaster for all-day heat. The Ember Mug 2 is IPX7 rated and made of premium ceramic. Beats' iconic rounded oblong speaker has a new low price. This is one of the first discounts the speaker has seen this year, for a very solid Bluetooth speaker deal. The Beats Pill is a solid little Bluetooth speaker, and in our hands-on, we enjoyed the top-tier sound and excellent battery life. Theragun's travel-sized massage gun comes with three foam attachments, so you can tailor the device based on your aches and pains. Therabody makes high-tech wellness feel luxurious, so Mom will definitely be blown away. This is a great deal if you're looking for a robot mop to complement your robot vacuum. As our choice for the best robot mop, the iRobot Braava jet m6 provides detailed and comprehensive cleaning. Its mapping is accurate, and you can request that specific rooms be cleaned separately. It will even work in tandem with compatible models from the same brand. In our iRobot Braava jet m6 review, we said this is "the smartest robot mop and sweeper we've tested." This all-in-one digital wall calendar keeps the whole family organized by assigning each member their own color and chores. Its 15-inch touchscreen can be mounted on the wall or displayed on its stand. The new Apple Watch boasts a thinner/lighter design, faster charging, and a new FDA-authorized sleep apnea detection feature. Other new key features include 30% more screen area, rounded corners, and a first-ever wide angle OLED display. In our Apple Watch 10 review we said the optimized watchOS 11 experience and faster charging are worthwhile and make this the Apple Watch to get for most people. The 2025 iPad Air packs Apple's M3 processor, an 11-inch LED (2360 x 1640) display, 128GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, and 12MP front camera. The tablet packs a more powerful 8-core CPU, which makes the M3 up to 35% faster for multithreaded CPU workflows than the iPad Air M1. There's also a 9-core GPU on board with 40% faster graphics performance than the M1. In our iPad Air M3 review we said its fun Apple Intelligence features, reliable battery life (9 hours w/ 41 minutes), and overall thin design make it a winning Apple slate. Apple's AirPods Max are a stunning looking and sounding pair of headphones. They're comfortable for long periods of time, and feature some very good ANC. We particularly like their Spatial Audio performance and intuitive controls scheme in our review — although we did have to take points away for the bad carrying case that comes in the box. The Roku Express is a budget-friendly streaming device that delivers smooth HD streaming on your TV. It's compact, easy to set up, and comes with a simple remote. With access to tons of free and paid content, it's perfect for casual streamers who want an affordable, no-fuss upgrade. Just note this has sold for $17 in the past. TV sale: deals from $69 @ Best BuyBest Buy has smart TVs on sale for as low as $69. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller, 1080p models (which are more suitable for a children's room or guest room). However, the sale also includes larger sets. These are among the cheapest TVs we've seen from Best Buy. By comparison, Amazon is offering a similar sale with prices from $ check: from $69 @ Amazon | from $88 @ Walmart Pioneer's budget TV offers a stunning picture for an amazing price. It comes with Dolby Vision/HDR 10/HLG support, a 60Hz refresh rate, three HDMI inputs, and Xumo TV OS. The 55-inch 4K display offers superior brightness and high color contrast that make this a perfect living room TV. This Insignia F30 TV comes with a 4K resolution at a shockingly low price. It comes with a large 55" screen that'll make your favorite sports and movies pop. Whether you're watching movies or playing games, it's a great budget-friendly big-screen television. The Roku Plus Series is an outstanding value. In our Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review, we said it offers a great smart interface, HDR color, and excellent sound at an affordable price. It features a QLED screen along with full array local dimming. You also get Dolby Vision/HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant support, and four HDMI ports. Gamers take note that while it's reliable for casual play, you only get a 60Hz screen and no HDMI 2.1 support. You couldn't ask for a better discount on one of the hottest displays. In our Samsung S85D OLED TV review, we said the Editor's Choice TV is a serious value offering a 120Hz refresh rate on a WOLED panel. An ATSC 3.0 tuner also means you get access to NextGenTV and 4K broadcasts, plus Tizen OS is also home to a slew of game streaming apps, making the S85D a true all-arounder when it comes to features. And if its onboard access to content isn't enough, a total of four HDMI 2.1 ports is also ideal for your range of connected devices. Samsung's The Frame offers you chance to experience TVs unlike ever before. With its anti-reflective coating that gives it this art deco look to its Pantone validation, you can expect to forget The Frame is even a TV when it's set in art mode. But don't think you won't get ample performance in cinematic experiences, as well, with its beloved Tizen OS, which has access to every streaming service and even some cloud gaming subscriptions as well. The Samsung S90D OLED TV is a true stunner and one with several features that make it ideal for sports fans, gamers, and entertainment enthusiasts alike. With Dolby Atmos support, a 144Hz refresh rate, and AI upscaling, the Samsung S90D brings out all the stops, and it's made all the better thanks to an unbeatable new price. The Samsung Odyssey 32" gaming monitor packs a pretty serious punch for the price. It has an attractive 2560 x 1440 resolution, so those games will look sharp and smooth. It also has a high 165Hz refresh rate that'll make your games look smooth during fast motion. The 32" size is ideal for gaming since it's not too big but still large enough to immerse you in the action. If you're looking for fast performance, long-lasting battery life, and excellent visuals for a fair price — the Swift 14 AI stands triumphant. In our Acer Swift AI review, we said the Editor's Choice machine packs a brilliant 17-hour battery life and sharp 120Hz display. This configuration packs a 14.5-inch 2.5K touchscreen display with 120Hz refresh, Snapdragon X Elite CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD. It's as sleek as it is powerful and you'll get all the perks of Windows Copilot+, too. It's no longer Apple's flagship, but the MacBook Air M2 remains one of our most recommended laptops because it's remarkably light and thin, yet sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, speedy Apple M2 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a great 1080p FaceTime camera. In our MacBook Air M2 review we lauded this Editor's Choice laptop for its versatility and battery life, so don't miss your chance to get one at its lowest price ever. For $999, you can pick up this solid all-round gaming laptop from Gigabyte. Not only does Nvidia's RTX 4060 graphics card ensure this system supports ray tracing (a feature that's increasingly important with modern PC games), the presence of an Intel Core i7 13620H CPU with 32GB of DDR5 RAM should ensure the G6 will run many titles at a smooth 60 frames per second or above at the laptop's native screen resolution of 1920 x 1200. Yes, there's a new M4 MacBook Air, but its M3-based predecessor is an epic value. The laptop can support up to two external displays (when the laptop lid is closed) and Apple also claims its 60% faster than the M1-based MacBook Air. It boasts up to 18 hours of battery life. In our MacBook Air 15-inch M3 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop delivers fantastic performance from its M3 chip along with class-leading battery life (15:03). It packs a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display (2880 x 1864), Apple's M3 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. The new M3 Pro MacBook Pro features a blisteringly fast M3 Pro chip, which has an 11-core CPU and 14-core GPU to help it monster even the most demanding tasks. This model also features 18GB of RAM, as well as a beautiful 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display. JBL has released numerous low-priced earbuds over the past two years and the Vibe Beam are the best of the group. You get access to a huge range of useful features, including adjustable EQ, IP54 dust/water resistance, 8-hour battery life and transparency modes to help you stay aware of your surroundings while you enjoy your music. The JBL Live 770NC are an affordable pair of wireless headphones with impressive active noise cancelling capabilities. Our JBL Live 770NC hands-on review found that they had a bunch of other great features, like 50-hour battery life and Spatial Sound. After this discount, they're a bargain not to be missed. The AirPods Pro 2 are Apple's finest AirPods, packed with top-shelf features. The ANC is excellent, blocking out loads of noise, and the Spatial Audio support is among the very best around. They got 4.5 stars in our review thanks to the ANC and the comfortable fit. I personally love the control method — the touch panels are intuitive and very easy to use. This price isn't quite the lowest we've ever seen, but it's still a fantastic deal. These noise-canceling earbuds offer full-bodied bass that blends nicely with crisp mids and highs. Their active noice cancellation is also effective and grants full control over how much noise you want to eliminate or let in. Combine that with punchy bass response and terrific frequency reproduction, and there's an enjoyable listening experience to be had. Just keep in mind that in our Marshall Motif II review we found them somewhat uncomfortable to wear at times. If you're not a fan of over-ear designs, the QuietComfort Earbuds II bring Bose's elite-level noise cancellation tech to in-ear 'buds instead. They can withstand sweaty workouts, have head-tracking tech supporting a new Immersive Audio feature, and last up to 6 hours on a single charge. Plus, a 20-minute top-up gives you an extra 2 hours of playback. Apple's AirPods Max are a stunning looking and sounding pair of headphones. They're comfortable for long periods of time, and feature some very good ANC. We particularly like their Spatial Audio performance and intuitive controls scheme in our review — although we did have to take points away for the bad carrying case that comes in the box.
Tom's Guide
07-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
These Beats earbuds just crashed to their lowest price ever at Amazon — $50 off
(Image credit: Tom's Guide) Beats' latest earbuds are on sale for the first time! These are the new winner for the best workout headphones we've tested, so if you're heading out and about for the spring, these earbuds will become your new best friend. Right now, you can get the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 for $199 at Amazon. This is $50 off and the lowest price I've seen so far for this model. And what's more, the discount currently applies across all the different colors! The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are pretty much the ultimate earbuds for fitness fans, which is why they took the top spot on our list of the best wireless earbuds for fitness First up, the design of the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 makes them awesome for working out. Their unique ear clip shape means they stay firmly in place even when you're moving around a lot, and they're super comfortable to wear, too. We also like that the Powerbeats Pro 2 have physical buttons to control the volume and skip songs — they're much easier to use compared to touch controls when you're on the go. While these aren't the best-sounding earbuds we've ever tested, they still put in a great audio performance. We especially liked how things sounded on the lower end in our tests, as plenty of strong, dynamic bass came through. And the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 also have Spatial Audio and solid active noise canceling on board to keep you truly immersed in what you're listening to. (Image credit: Future) Plus, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds have a heart rate monitor. This is handy if you don't like to exercise with a fitness tracker on, but in our tests, we got some inaccurate readings. So if you're serious about keeping an eye on your heart rate, you'll still want to get a fitness tracker or chest strap. Despite a few shortcomings, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are still a fantastic pair of headphones for working out, and they're even better now that you can get them for a discount. Make sure to snag them while you can! For more savings, check out our Amazon promo codes coverage, and see this Carhartt spring sale from $11 at Amazon. Today's best Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 deals
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Your New Workout Bud Is 20% Off: This Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Deal Is a Flex
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Trying to work out with earbuds that don't stay in place is more than enough reason to hit the showers early. But you don't want an audio apparatus to dictate your exercise. Enter the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, which fit securely, offer excellent noise cancellation, and blast enough bass to keep you focused on your workout. Currently, they're marked down by $50 to $199.95 – the lowest price we've seen them at – making this deal a great excuse to finally upgrade your earbuds. The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 stay in place, block out distractions with noise cancellation, and last up to 45 hours, so you don't need to worry about charging mid-sesh. Plus, they're sweatproof, so you can keep pushing through those tough sets without a second thought. The bass is solid too, keeping you pumped, and the heart rate monitor tracks your fitness goals without missing a beat. PCMag's expert Christian de Looper gave these Beats an "Excellent" rating in his review, calling them a "game-changer" for workout earbuds. He added that if you like Beats' bass-forward audio profile, you'll be in love with how these sound. For $199.95, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are basically your new workout BFFs. They'll probably last longer than your motivation to hit the gym. Plus, they come in four different colors, so you can pick your buddy. If you upgrade today, your future self is going to thank you! Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case for $169.00 (List Price $249.00) Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds With Heart Rate Monitor for $199.95 (List Price $249.99) Soundcore P20i True Wireless Earbuds (Black) for $24.99 (List Price $39.99) Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds (Hazel) for $189.00 (List Price $229.00) Sennheiser Momentum Sport Wireless ANC Earbuds (Graphite) for $199.99 (List Price $329.95) More Earbud Deals on More Earbud Deals on More Earbud Deals on
The Verge
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Verge
The sporty Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for $50 off for the first time
For the longest time, we considered the Beats Fit Pro to be the best gym earbuds around. However, with the arrival of the Powerbeats Pro 2 in February, Beats' last-gen earbuds have become somewhat dated and a lot harder to recommend at full price. That's especially true today, given the Powerbeats Pro 2 are now on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and B&H Photo in multiple colors for an all-time low of $199.95 ($50 off). The Pro 2 are, by all accounts, some of the best wireless earbuds you can get. They still tout the signature ear hook design found on previous models, though the hooks themselves are noticeably smaller this time around (as is the wireless charging case). The comfortable earbuds also feature active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode — both absent from the first-gen model from 2019 —so you can stay in sync with what's going on around you while exercising. As for other hallmarks, the fitness-focused Pro 2 sport IPX4 water resistance, easy-to-use physical buttons, and native support for both Android and Apple features — including head-tracking spatial audio, automatic device switching, and Find My integration for iPhone users. They also offer heart rate monitoring thanks to built-in sensors in each earbud; however, sadly, they can't play music and broadcast heart rate to gym equipment at the same time when paired with an iOS device, which makes the Pro 2 a better heart rate monitoring alternative for Android users than iPhone users. Thankfully, if bass-heavy sound is what you're after and not necessarily the ability to track your heart rate, rest assured that this pair of Beats delivers great sound with enough low-end oomph to make the latest tracks from Kendrick Lamar and Saba shine. They can't rival the latest AirPods Pro or Sony's XM5, but that's not really the point, is it? More ways to save today The Google Pixel 9A, which is arguably the best budget phone you can buy right now, is available from Best Buy and Google for $499 with a free $100 gift card (or store credit, in the case of Google). The terrific midrange handset is outfitted with Google's reliable Tensor G4 chipset and a 6.3-inch OLED screen, the latter of which is bigger and brighter than the panel on last year's 8A. It also packs a robust IP68 rating and seven years of software updates — an impressive feat for a phone that retails for under $500. Read our review. Star Wars Day might technically be behind us, but you can still grab a Goliath Power Saber at Amazon for $15.28 (about $6 off), which is the best price we've seen. The lightsaber-like saber isn't an official Star Wars toy — blame Hasbro — but it is the first light-up blade that can automatically extend and retract with the push of a button. It will also collapse when you press it against something, meaning you needn't worry (too much) about giving it to a kid. If you're looking for a cheap charger to take on the go, Anker's 10,000mAh Zolo Power Bank is on sale at Amazon in a slew of colors for $12.94 ($13 off), matching its best price to date. The 30W battery pack isn't the most robust in terms of capacity, though it can deliver up to two full charges to an iPhone 16 Pro; it also features an integrated 5.4-inch USB-C cable for added convenience.
CNN
18-04-2025
- CNN
I tested Beats Cables to see how well these $19 cords charge your stuff
When the announcement of Beats Cables hit my inbox, I did a double take. The next big drop from the brand behind some of the most iconic headphones and earbuds around is… a charging cable? Once the surprise wore off, however, I realized this was a pretty logical next step. The audio giant has already dipped its toes into the accessory game with phone cases, and it never hurts to have a spare cord or two for charging up those fancy Studio Pro cans on the go. Available now for $19 individually or $35 for a two-pack, Beats Cables are more or less your standard braided cable with that signature lowercase 'b' stamped onto each end. But they certainly look good, and may have some advantages over the cable you're currently using to juice up your iPhone. Beats USB-C to USB-C Woven Cable The Beats Cable features a sturdy woven design and can charge at up to 60 watts. It's also available in USB-C to USB-A and USB-C to Lightning variations. Beats USB-C to USB-C Woven Cable (Two-Pack) If you want the best possible value, go with this two-pack that gets you two cables for a few bucks off. Like the single cables, the two-pack also comes in USB-A and Lightning options. Beats' USB-C cables don't look all that different from the litany of wires that are currently engulfing my workspace, but there are some small touches that help set them apart. The actual woven material feels satisfyingly sturdy and similar to Apple's braided cables, and they come in some nice colors including Bolt Black, Surge Stone, Nitro Navy and the company's signature Rapid Red. The latter is definitely the boldest, though I'm personally partial to the Nitro Navy — and not just because I was able to connect it to my orange Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds for a New York Knicks-inspired color combo. I tested the 5-foot USB-C to USB-C version of Beats' cable, which gave me plenty of slack for connecting to my go-to electronics and is notably longer than the 3.2-foot cord that comes with most modern iPhones. More importantly, it performed just as well as Apple's stock cable, if not a little better. After using both cables to juice up my iPhone 16 Pro via Apple's 20W charging brick, the Beats Cable gave me 18% worth of battery compared to the 15% I got from Apple's cable. It's a small difference, but one that makes me confident about using Beats' cord with most of my gadgets. Speaking of which, Beats Cables are available in a number of different configurations and lengths to suit whatever you might plug them into. There's USB-C to USB-C for all of your modern Apple and Android devices, USB-A to USB-C for connecting to legacy devices and USB-C to Lighting for those folks still using older iPhones, iPads and AirPods. You'll also have a choice of size between 1.5 meters (5 feet) and 8 inches, the latter of which is more ideal for use with your portable charger. However, I find it a bit odd that the shorter cable has the same $19 asking price as the longer one. As far as specs go, the USB-C to USB-C version of Beats Cables supports fast charging at up to 60 watts as well as data transfers at modern USB 2.0 speeds. Compare that to a popular cable like Belkin's BoostCharge that charges at up to 240 watts, and Beats' cable is far from the fastest around. However, it is exactly on par with Apple's own USB-C to USB-C cable on wattage and transfer rates. So, are these Beats-branded cables worth it? A $19 price tag might seem like a lot for a single cable, but you're getting a longer cord than Apple's first-party option for the same exact price. And when you compare it to some of our best USB-C cable picks like this $25 Nomad model, the cost is pretty reasonable. Still, there are certainly better values out there, like these cords from Belkin and Anker (two brands we've tested and trust) that are cheaper, faster and longer. That leaves Beats Cables as a good pick for folks who just love the brand and want something that'll coordinate well with any of the best Beats headphones. And let's be real; it never hurts to have a spare cord lying around. How much do Beats Cables cost? How much do Beats Cables cost? Beats Cables start at $19 for an individual cable, or $35 for a two-pack. How long are Beats Cables? How long are Beats Cables? These USB-C cables come in two variations: a long 5-foot version that's perfect for use with a wall outlet, and a much shorter 8-inch cord that's ideal for your favorite power brick. Regardless of which dimensions better suit you, you're getting the same 60 watt charging speed and $19 asking price. Are there any Beats Cables that are USB-C to Lightning? Are there any Beats Cables that are USB-C to Lightning? Yep! Beats sells a USB-C to Lightning version of Beats Cables in both 5-foot and 8-inch variations, giving you plenty of options for charging up your older Apple gadgets. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when applicable to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. Senior tech editor Mike Andronico has been reviewing tech gadgets for more than a decade, and has tested nearly every modern Beats product from the brand's affordable earbuds to its highest-end over-ear cans.
