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Phone Arena
18 hours ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Affordable Galaxy Tab A9+ is getting scooped up left and right after a 27% discount on Amazon
The Galaxy Tab S10+ may be a hot option for users looking to upgrade at its current price on Amazon, but it's still far from budget-friendly. So, if you're looking for a cheap yet capable Android slate, we suggest you check out the Galaxy Tab A9+. Right now, this budget fella is selling at a sweet 27% discount on Amazon, letting you get one with 64GB of storage for just south of $160. This way, you'll score sweet savings of $60 and rock a tablet that offers a lot of value for its wallet-friendly price tag. $60 off (27%) The Galaxy Tab A9+ with 64GB of storage is now 27% off on Amazon, bringing it to just under $160. With a Snapdragon 695, 8GB of RAM, and a sharp 11-inch display, this budget-friendly slate delivers serious value. Save while the offer lasts! Buy at Amazon Of course, being on the affordable side, it can't compare with the best tablets out there, but its Snapdragon 695 chipset combined with 8GB of RAM delivers reliable performance for day-to-day stuff like browsing the web, watching videos, and light multitasking. And if you think 64GB of storage won't be enough to house all of your cat photos, you can expand it via a microSD card. Its biggest strength, though, is its gorgeous 11-inch LCD screen, with a crisp 1920 x 1200 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio, which delivers amazing visuals without stretching your budget. The quad stereo speakers, enhanced with Dolby Atmos, provide immersive sound, making movies and shows even more enjoyable. Plus, with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, everything feels fast and responsive, especially for a slate that can be yours for just under $160. It's worth noting that Amazon's promo has been available for a while, which means it may expire soon. Given that the Galaxy Tab A9+ offers reliable performance and a pleasant viewing experience on the cheap, we encourage you to act fast and save with this deal now while it lasts!
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
I transformed my driveway with a lick of paint after being quoted £10k- trolls say it's ‘ruined' but I have no regrets
AFTER being quoted almost £10,000 to transform her driveway, a DIY whizz decided to take matters into her own hands. Kirsty Gore wanted to give old driveway a new lease of life two years ago, but didn't fancy breaking the bank to make it happen. 2 2 But since there was nothing really wrong with the existing drive, she knew she could save some serious cash by giving it a little facelift. "The thing was, that the actual paving was in good condition but did need a good clean as it does every year," she told followers on Instagram. Rather than ripping it up, Kirsty saved her hard earned cash and researched to see what else could be done. It turns out there was a coloured sealant "specifically for this kind of thing." She opted for a grey colour to fit the existing aesthetics of the home, but there are other colours available too. A bit of elbow grease, and three coats later the job was basically done. In fact, the whole thing took under two days to do - that included half a day pressure washing the existing drive to make sure it was completely clean and then dry. Altogether, the DIY project cost just £300, a whole lot cheaper than an entire new patio would've cost. When she first showed off the project trolls were convinced it wouldn't hold up, but two years later and she's proved them all wrong. She explained that a few chips have come away for the first time, but that's down to her pressure washing it every year to keep debris and moss at bay. I transformed my council house hallway for under £60 - the old laminate has vanished but critics say it 'looks cheap' For those chips, she has a spare tin to hand to help it look as good as new. "So it's since cost me £50 to top up in the 2 yrs I've had it. May be different for you as the size of your driveway may differ," she explained in the caption of her viral follow-up video. After showing off the before and after, fellow DIY fans were amazed by the difference the sealant made. One wrote: "It does look fabulous a great job." "Looks so good! I need to sort out my drive asap," a second agreed. And a third chimed in: "This is such a good idea!! I just jet washed mine last year - who knew what a dirty job that is! Clothes ruined and I was covered in dirt! Satisfying when done though." "Hard to believe this is two years ago! It turned out so good," another wrote. 10 DIY hacks for under £1 each These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money Homemade Air Freshener: Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh. Upcycled Tin Can Planters: Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants. Custom Phone Stand: Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint. DIY Lip Scrub: Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container. Personalised Bookmarks: Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch. Decorative Mason Jars: Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders. Easy Cable Organiser: Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape. Magnetic Spice Jars: Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage. Handmade Coasters: Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters. Natural All-Purpose Cleaner: Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
CNET
7 days ago
- Business
- CNET
30+ Memorial Day Deals Under $25 Still Remaining: Last Chance to Grab Discounts on These Kitchen, Home and Tech Items
Memorial Day may be long over, but there are still some leftover deals for you to shop. Missed out on a chance to shop the big sales over the weekend? No worries, you still have some time to grab these deals. Major retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy have a bunch of leftover deals still ongoing. Although the more expensive items like appliances, TVs and mattresses are still on sale, that doesn't mean you need to spend to get a good deal. Need to grab a budget-friendly Memorial Day deal that's still running? You're in the right place. Here are the best items that cost less than $25 which you can still shop, ranging from batteries to meat thermometers, bedding and more. Hurry up, though, because these are likely the final hours of Memorial Day deals and most of these deals will expire soon. CNET's team will keep refreshing this page to reflect the leftover deals post-Memorial Day until they last, so check back regularly. You may still spot a gem or two. Memorial Day deals under $25 on tech Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds: $20 It's hard to argue with earbuds that cost just $20, especially from a top brand like Anker. This pair has fast charging and tap controls that you can customize, too. Details Save $20 $20 at Amazon Close Energizer AA and AAA batteries (48-count): $24 Batteries are one of the items tariffs are expected to affect the most, so now is a great time to stock up. Get a 24-pack of Energizer Max alkaline AA batteries and a 24-pack of Energizer Max alkaline AAA batteries with this deal that saves you a handful of bucks. Details Save $5 $24 at Amazon Close Anker surge protector power strip: $24 This Anker surge protector can handle a ton of your electronics. It has 12 AC outlets, two USB-A ports and one USB-C port, along with a 5-foot cable and a flat plug. It's great for an office or entertainment space. Details Save $12 $24 at Amazon Close Amazon Fire TV Stick HD: $20 This Fire TV Stick is a media streamer that brings the Fire TV platform to your current TV. You can stream in full HD from your favorite apps, like YouTube, Max or Spotify, and it comes with the Alexa voice remote for voice control and easy searching. Details Save $15 $20 at Amazon Close Memorial Day deals under $25 on home and kitchen Keurig K-Cup Pods: $15 You can score Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Classic medium roast coffee, McDonald's McCafe medium premium roast coffee and more popular flavors at a discount during Best Buy's Memorial Day sale. Details Save $6 $15 at Best Buy Close Sam's Club 1-year membership: $25 You can save on everyday essentials and bulk buys with a Sam's Club membership -- and save on the membership itself with this 50% off deal at StackSocial. Details Save $25 $25 at StackSocial Close Cosori Electric Kettle: $22 This Cosori electric kettle comes with a British Stix thermostat and a power of 1,500 watts, which means it can boil water very quickly. You also get a stainless steel spout and filter, which makes it safer than the typical plastic alternatives. This one will fit right into your kitchen. Details Save $6 $22 at Amazon Close What are the best Memorial Day deals under $25? Sales are winding down, but you can still find plenty of great discounts on a variety of items with extended Memorial Day deals, bringing savings on everything from kitchen and home essentials to tech devices like speakers and streaming sticks. Whichever categories you're looking in, you're sure to find great deals under $25. What else is on sale for Memorial Day? Tons of retailers slashed prices on TVs, furniture and even major appliances for Memorial Day, and many of those deals are still alive -- for now. Some of those retailers include Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, Target and Home Depot. How we choose the best Memorial Day deals under $25 Many of us here at CNET have covered shopping events for several years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless others. We've gotten good at weeding out scams and superficial deals, so you see only the best offers from all over. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing deals to show you. We have a team of experts who have tested countless products to make sure we're only sharing the best budget-friendly options.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
I'm building my dream kitchen on a budget & bagged an £830 fridge freezer FREE – the stench was vile but it was worth it
SHE'S creating her dream kitchen, but is having to do so on a tight budget. So when she saw an £830 fridge freezer on Facebook Marketplace for FREE, Kelly knew she had to nab it. 9 9 9 9 But getting it in, clean and fitting it was anything but easy, and she documented the process on her TikTok page. "It truly is amazing what people get rid of!" she said. She picked the fridge up from a "building site" and was told it was all in working order but just needed a clean. "I'm pretty sure that this hasn't been opened in a long, long time," Kelly admitted. "The stench was unreal and, to top it off, I found fish in there! "I am NOT a fish lover and that expensive salmon is five years old." Once she'd managed to "dispose of" the offending fish, she got to work cleaning the fridge - taking every shelf and drawer out from inside, so that she could give it a deep clean. It needed a lot of "elbow grease", Kelly said, and she got stuck in with sponges, sprays and cleaning brushes. "I used lots of bleach on this thing," she laughed. "It was so strong I'm pretty sure I burnt the nostril hairs off. Stacey Solomon reveals 99p transformation of grubby kitchen unit she picked up on Facebook Marketplace so it looks brand new "It was the only thing that I really felt was going to kill that bacteria because God knows how long that's been growing in there." Once the bottom half - the freezer - was done, Kelly moved onto the fridge, removing each part one at a time, cleaning and putting it back. "This felt like a never-ending job," she sighed. "I love to clean but this was a lot, although very satisfying." Once the "cleaning marathon" was done, Kelly changed the hinges to match the rest of her kitchen, and enlisted the help of her stepdad to rewire the plug, which had been cut off. "We rewired the plug in seconds, attached the doors together and it was done," Kelly said, as she showed herself pushing the fridge freezer into its allocated slot. What are the biggest kitchen trends of 2025? The kitchen is the heart of every home and this year it's taking centre stage, Tracy Coleman, Product Director at High Street TV told Fabulous. Hardworking appliances Space-saving essentials are needed in every room of the house, and the kitchen is no exception, meaning appliances are often doing double (or triple) the job. Expect to see air fryer ovens that roast, bake, and fry or blenders with attachments for everything from chopping to grinding. Health and wellness With people becoming more mindful of what they eat and how it impacts their well-being, kitchen appliances are stepping up to meet the demand for healthier, more balanced lifestyles. Air fryers remain hugely popular, along with blenders and juicers that retain nutrients. Energy-bill conscious Finally, with rising energy bills and an increased focus on sustainability, people are turning to appliances that help reduce power consumption and keep costs down. More people are finding joy in cooking at home as a cost-effective way to enjoy delicious, nutritious meals. Cooking at home doesn't just save money—it's also a fun way to bring the family together or experiment with new recipes. With the right tools, such as multi-functional appliances and smart kitchen gadgets, creating meals at home becomes easier, faster, and more satisfying. "A fully working integrated fridge completely free!" "My best and worst Facebook marketplace find in one!" she captioned the video. "I've been looking for a integrated fridge freezer ever since I bought this unit. "I wasn't prepared to buy new, so will some patience (somehow) but mainly will power I found this baby! "And what a gem it turned out to be!" 9 9 9 9 9
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Travel + Leisure
25-05-2025
- Travel + Leisure
This Flight Attendant-approved Carry-on Set Can Hold 3 Weeks' Worth of Clothes—and It's on Sale for Under $50
As a frequent flier, my biggest fear is my luggage getting lost. While I could just slip luggage trackers into my bags, I'd still have to pay a checked bag fee and wait for my suitcases after we land. To avoid the hassle, I've learned how to pack everything into a carry-on and personal item, so I can travel light and keep my belongings with me at all times. Right now, Amazon's travel gear store has a flight attendant-approved carry-on luggage set that's on sale for less than $50. It's ideal for carry-on-only travelers looking to upgrade their gear. The budget-friendly two-piece luggage set has earned the praise of flight attendants and avid travelers, with nearly 20,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers. Shoppers love this luggage set for its 'very spacious' interior and wheels that 'glide smoothly.' It includes a softside carry-on and matching tote bag that's small enough to fit under your seat, according to one traveler. Its expandable feature will be a hit with overpackers and carry-on only travelers going on long trips. It really offers extra room, one flight attendant confirmed saying, 'The expandable feature on the suitcase is superb and I still have so much room in it even when I overpack.' Another shopper called the set 'a great value for the money,' and made the carry-on set their 'go-to' luggage after they were able to fit three weeks' worth of belongings inside. They also confirmed that it glides through airports and other spaces easily, and that it's lightweight. Both pieces of luggage can stand the test of time, too. One reviewer has been using their set for almost 10 years for several trips. Other fans of the luggage also praise its durability, with one traveler describing it as lightweight, easy to pull, and 'show[s] no wear' after much travel, even down cobblestone streets. The tote bag has an attached piggyback strap that can slide over the carry-on's handle, so you have a free hand while navigating the airport. Both bags come with various pockets that'll let you separate your in-flight snacks from your charging cords, toiletries, and clothes. The luggage set comes in several colors, including vibrant shades like teal and bright orange, which will make it easy to spot at baggage claim. Amazon also has other budget-friendly travel gear hiding in its travel gear hub. Check out more suitcases under $50 at the online retailer, below Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
