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Gizmodo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Insignia's 4.5-Star Mini Soundbar Was Already Known as a Budget Pick, Now It's Nearly Free
A living-room setup feels incomplete when a television's built-in speakers turn dialog into a murmur and action scenes into tinny pops. The Insignia 2.0 Mini Soundbar offers an easy fix that will not crowd a TV stand or blow the budget. At just twenty inches wide, the bar slips below most screens, rests on a dresser in a dorm room, or slides under a monitor on a gaming desk. Plug in one cable, tap the power button, and the sound opens up instantly, making movies, sports, and casual playlists clearer and fuller than any stock speakers can manage. Head over to Best Buy to get the Insignia 2.0 Mini Soundbar for just $40, down from its usual price of $50. That's a discount of $10 and 20% off. See at Best Buy Setup is the kind of job you finish in a commercial break. A single optical cable carries audio from most modern TVs, while a three-and-a-half-millimeter auxiliary port waits for older sets, laptops, or even a phone with a simple adapter. Once connected, the bar powers on with the TV, so there is no extra remote to keep track of unless you want to tweak volume or switch sources directly. If space is tight, the package includes keyhole mounts that hang the bar flush to the wall with two screws. Sound quality lands in the sweet spot for daily viewing. Dual full-range drivers push out balanced mids and detailed highs, so voices come through clearly in documentaries and late-night talk shows. A modest bass port on the rear adds warmth to background music and gentle rumble to car chases without rattling shelves. Three listening modes fine-tune the mix: Music lifts vocals and instruments, Movie widens the stage for cinematic moments, and News sharpens speech for podcasts or morning headlines. A row of tiny lights on the front keeps guesswork out of the equation. Blue means the optical cable is talking, green tells you the aux cord is in charge, and a quick red flash signals mute, like traffic lights for your living-room audio. When the credits roll and the room goes quiet, the bar dozes off to save power, then perks right back up the moment a signal returns. The matte black shell feels closer to a soft hoodie than a glossy gadget, so it blends in instead of stealing the spotlight. If you want richer sound for weekend binges, late-night news, or background playlists while you cook, this little bar earns its real estate on the stand. It dodges the complexity of receivers and subwoofers, yet still lifts voices and soundtracks far above TV speakers. The Insignia 2.0 Mini Soundbar costs just $40 at Best Buy, a small spend that makes everyday watching a lot more enjoyable compared with its regular $50 price. See at Best Buy
CNET
10 hours ago
- Business
- CNET
Amazon Deals of the Day: Don't Lose Your Keys, Wallet or Phone With the Tile by Life360, Now Only $2 More Than the Record Low
Amazon sells a vast array of products, with new ones arriving daily across categories, including home essentials, tech gadgets and furniture. Lucky for us, the retail giant loves cutting prices as much as it loves adding new products. But deciding which offers are worth grabbing (and which aren't) is a full-time job, so we did all the heavy lifting, hand-picking the top markdowns from the bunch. Today, we spotted the Tile by Life360 Bluetooth item tracker down to just $20. We also found the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus at almost 30% off. And finally, the Anker Prime charger block is $24 off, down to a new low. If you constantly find yourself looking for everyday items, investing in a Bluetooth tracker can't hurt. The Tile Bluetooth tracker is made to be attached to your keychains and bags. It's also perfect to keep track of your luggage when you're traveling. These devices work with both iOS and Android. With the Tile app you can play a ring sound to locate your belongings. If you don't want to play a sound you can still track them on the map. My favorite feature is the built-in SOS buttons that will alert your loved ones in case of an emergency. Plus, they are waterproof and have up to three years of battery life, so you'll be prepared for anything. This item tracker comes in a ton of different colors, and all of them happen to be on sale. Normally $25, they are down to $20 right now. It's not the all-time low but it's only $2 away. Grab yours now. There's no doubt that tablets can come in super handy, especially when your laptop is too big, but your phone is too small. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is a great option. This tablet has 64GB of storage, 4GB of RAM and a 10.9-inch display. which is a solid offering when you consider the sale price. That midsize display and decent amount of storage are two of the main benefits. It's powered by Android using a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor, which isn't the newest but it still gets the job done very well. And with four speakers with Dolby Atmos support, you can watch videos in high quality. This tablet would normally cost you $220, which is pretty affordable for a tablet already. But a nice 29% discount knocks that price down to $156. It's available in the graphite and silver colorways. With all the devices we have, it seems like there are never enough chargers to keep them all powered. Having a few extra charging blocks lying around isn't a bad idea. The Anker 100W Prime charging block has one USB-A and two USB-C ports. That means that this small Anker charging block can charge up to three devices at the same time. It has a 100-watt output so it can even handle larger devices like your laptop or tablet. It's quick too -- it can bring the M3 MacBook Pro to 50% in just 30 minutes. It's also extremely compact at just under three inches, making it easy to throw in your bag or backpack and it won't take up much space on the wall either. And the temperature monitor feature helps prevent overheating. This charging block is regularly listed at $70 but this limited-time deal has knocked it down to a record low of $46, don't miss out. With so many deals on Amazon, deciding which ones are worth your money can be difficult. But CNET has combed through what the world's largest online retailer has to offer, and we've gathered the best deals for you to check out.
CNET
a day ago
- Business
- CNET
One of Samsung's Latest S10 Tablets Is Over $180 Off at Amazon
For Android users, Samsung's premium Galaxy Tab tablets are some of the absolute best models on the market. The S10 series is its latest lineup, and right now you can grab the midrange S10 Plus at an incredible price. Amazon currently has the 256GB moonstone gray configuration available for $819, which saves you $181. That's an even better deal than we saw during this year's Prime Day sale. All other configurations -- including the 512GB models -- are $120 off. Just be sure to get your order in soon, as these deals could expire at any time. The Galaxy Tab S10 Plus is a step up from the basic Tab S10 that earned a spot on our list of the overall best tablets of 2025. It features a stunning 12.4-inch dynamic AMOLED display, which boasts 650 nits of brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate. On the inside, it's equipped with 256GB of storage, 12GB of RAM and a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus processor, which supports helpful AI features like circle to search, transcript assistance and more. It's also fairly durable with an IP68 weather resistance rating, and extremely portable at just 0.22 inches thick and 1.28 pounds. Plus, this deal includes the S Pen stylus, which is a $60 value. Why this deal matters This is one of the most advanced Android tablets on the market, and this deal means you can pick it up for a better price than we saw during last month's massive Prime Day sale. It features a 12.4-inch display, 256GB of storage and tons of helpful AI features, making it a great option for both professionals and creatives.
Phone Arena
a day ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
This humongous new sale slashes $150 off all 2025 iPad Air models with Apple M3 power
Do I stand by my recommendation from earlier today of a 2024-released iPad Air 11 variant with 128GB storage and built-in cellular connectivity at a towering $250 discount? Absolutely. But because I realize that may not be the best tablet for every type of buyer out there, I'm already back to tell you about an exceptional alternative... or ten. Obviously, the Apple M3-powered iPad Air 11 and iPad Air 13 released around five months ago are faster... and costlier than their predecessors, but if you hurry, you can get your favorite model at an unrivaled price as well. 128GB Storage, Wi-Fi Only, Apple M3 Processor, Liquid Retina IPS LCD Screen with 2360 x 1640 Pixel Resolution, 12MP Rear-Facing Camera, 12MP Front-Facing Camera, Top-Mounted Fingerprint Scanner, All-Day Battery Life, Landscape Stereo Speakers, Two Microphones, USB Type-C Port, Multiple Color Options Buy at Amazon 128GB Storage, Wi-Fi Only, Apple M3 Processor, Liquid Retina IPS LCD Screen with 2732 x 2048 Pixel Resolution, 12MP Rear-Facing Camera, 12MP Front-Facing Camera, Top-Mounted Fingerprint Scanner, All-Day Battery Life, Landscape Stereo Speakers, Two Microphones, USB Type-C Port, Multiple Color Options Buy at Amazon The cheapest 11-inch iPad Air (2025) configuration, for instance, would normally set you back $599, going $150 off its list price in all colorways on Amazon right now. The same $150 markdown applies to an entry-level 13-inch iPad Air (M3) variant that's typically available for $799, and in fact, you can save a cool 150 bucks across the board at the time of this writing. This is a record high discount, mind you, for a lot of 2025 iPad Airs, and it pretty much goes without saying that you don't need an Amazon Prime membership or to jump through any other hoops whatsoever to be eligible for these unprecedented deals. While I still prefer the older 11-inch edition at an even heftier discount, it's hard to dispute the appeal of such an ultra-affordable current-generation Apple device as that Wi-Fi-only iPad Air 11 (2025) with 128 gigs of internal storage space. The 2025 iPad Air may not look different from its 2024 predecessor at first glance, but it is faster. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena We're talking about a cheaper tablet here than Samsung's mid-range Galaxy Tab S10 FE with no built-in stylus, but a considerably more powerful processor under the hood. And excellent battery life. And outstanding sound. And stellar long-term software support. And a way lower price point than Apple's undeniably superior iPad Pro (M4) generation. Yes, this is a rare opportunity to maximize the value of an already objectively great product (or two), and you may well end up hating yourself if you miss out on it.
CNET
2 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Twelve South's Gear Up Sale Is Now Live: Save Up to 50% on Tech Essentials
Back-to-school tech stress is real. According to a CNET survey, 78% of U.S. back-to-school shoppers are worried about finding quality gear at an affordable price, especially with potential tariffs at play. If you still haven't ticked everything off your list, we come bearing good news. Twelve South is hosting its Gear Up sale, with up to 50% discounts on deskpads, wireless chargers, 3-in-1 charging stations, and more. Whether you are looking to cut the cord or just want to organize your work setup, there's something for everyone. Even better, orders over $75 ship for free, and the brand also throws in a one-year warranty for that extra peace of mind. Some of our favorite picks from the brand include the HiRise 3 Deluxe, which offers great convenience to those owning multiple devices. This handy gadget features a 15W MagSafe charger for iPhone, an Apple Watch fast charger, and a Qi-certified 7.5W wireless charger for your AirPods or even a second phone. The sale brings it down from $100 to $80 -- a sweet $20 discount. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Looking for something portable? The butterfly Qi2 charger that looks like a compact mirror and slides into any bag without bulking things up is available for $70, after a $30 discount. This one is great for charging your iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously. And if you're tired of constantly adjusting your laptop during video calls or just want a more comfortable typing angle, the sleek Curve SE laptop stand is a smart pick. It works with any laptop at least 10.2 inches wide and up to 7 pounds and can now be yours for just $10. There's a lot more available at a discount, but be sure to get your orders in before the sale ends. Why this deal matters Back-to-school tech isn't cheap, and when you're picking up multiple items, the costs can add up fast. This sale lets you grab some high-rated essentials at a discounted rate, but it might not last long. If you spot something you like, snag it before it runs out for good.
