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Yahoo
10-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
20 best Amazon Canada weekend deals worth shopping — they're up to 83% off and start at just $12
There's something for everyone, from anti-aging serum to very affordable smart TVs. The weekend is here again (yay!), and so are some of Amazon Canada's best deals. If you've been waiting for the right time to snag that gadget, beauty must-have or home essential you've had sitting in your cart, this is the perfect time. Amazon dropped a fresh batch of bargains in their Deals Store, and we've spotted major savings across the board — some up to 83 per cent off. Whether you're shopping for back-to-school basics, an end-of-summer tech upgrade or just appreciate a good bargain (same), there's something worth checking out. However, these markdowns aren't going to stick around forever, and popular picks tend to sell out in the blink of an eye. To save you from endless scrolling, we've rounded up the best Amazon Canada deals to shop this weekend, starting with some coupons. Quick shop: Coupon deals Already know what you're looking for? Shop by category below: Amazon weekend home deals Amazon weekend kitchen deals Amazon weekend beauty deals Amazon weekend fashion deals Amazon weekend tech deals Amazon weekend lawn & garden deals 5 really good Amazon Canada deals 10 more Amazon deals to shop: 70% off or more Save 76%: Titanium Cutting Board for Kitchen (shop for $47 $200) 83% off: Bluetooth Smart Watch (shop for $42 $250) Take 70% off: 80,000PRM Motor Cordless Vacuum (shop for $170 $570) 79% off: Small Adjustable Standing Desk (shop for $85 $400) Save 78%: Canoly Cold Press Juicer (shop for $142 $640) Save 83%: Portable Cordless Water Flosser (shop for $35 $200) Take 71% off: Monster Mission 200 Bluetooth Headphones (shop for $50 $170) Save 71%: ZCWA Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo (shop for $200 $680) 70% off: 3-Pack of iPhone Chargers USB-C to Lightning Cable (shop for $12 $40) Take 79% off: Monster N-Lite 203 AirLinks Wireless Earbuds (shop for $30 $146) Not into Amazon? No worries: Coach Outlet just dropped the cutest 'classic' tote for fall — and its on sale for 55% off right now Lululemon just added a ton of new items to their We Made Too Much section — including a viral bag Want to buy Canadian? Here's a list of 200+ brands to support
Times
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
11 shows you wouldn't expect to see on YouTube — from golf to Spitting Image
Are you watching YouTube on your television at home? If the answer is yes, you're part of a revolution in how we are all enjoying content from the comfort of our front rooms. Although the video-sharing platform has been around for more than two decades, in recent years the proliferation of smart TVs has seem more and more of us tuning in to its content on the biggest screen in the house. A recent Ofcom report revealed that YouTube's in-home viewing is expanding rapidly: there was a 13 per cent increase in just the past year. It now has a 14 per cent share of total viewing, placing it behind the BBC, on 19 per cent, but ahead of ITV (12 per cent), Netflix (8 per cent) and other broadcasters (7 per cent). And it's not just younger viewers driving the trend. Over-55s are watching almost double the amount of YouTube content on their TVs as they once were: 11 minutes a day last year, compared with just six minutes in 2023. So if you're one of the recent converts and looking for high-quality content on your big screen, what should you be watching? From politics and comedy to music and movies, here are 11 channels worth trying out. In the Eighties and Nineties the satirical puppet show attracted millions of viewers to ITV. Now it's back, on YouTube, called Spitting Image presents: The Rest is Bulls*!t. Presented by Prince Harry and Paddington Bear and overseen by the comedians Matt Forde and Al Murray, it is a parody of a vodcast that promises to bring regular a flow of foul-mouthed satire to viewers. You can check out the first episode on the channel now. With more than nine million subscribers, the Fab Four haven't faded away in the digital age. Viewers are treated to a veritable treasure trove of playlists and archive footage of the band, as well as some fascinating insights into how they made Now and Then, released in 2023 and dubbed the Beatles' last song. Add to that clips and short documentaries about the influence of the band, plus almost every song available to stream, and any music fan will be glad they stopped by. You might also like @TheRollingStones and @thebeachboys. Named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential digital voices 2025, the 31-year-old British comedian and writer is best known to YouTube audiences as the presenter of the interview series Chicken Shop Date. Guests treated to her dry wit and sardonic interviewing style over a bag of chips and a box of nuggets include Ben Stiller, Jennifer Lawrence, Ryan Reynolds and Ed Sheeran. With more than three million subscribers on her YouTube channel, Dimoldenberg has risen so sharply she also presents official red carpet coverage from the Oscars, the Brits and the Golden Globes. If classic movies are your thing, try this channel before you pay for any streaming services. It has more than 350 classic films, many of which have been remastered to improve their quality. They include the 1971 western Hannie Caulder, the 1976 war-adventure film Shout at the Devil and the 1971 version of Black Beauty starring Mark Lester and Uschi Glas. Similar channels worth browsing are PizzaFlix, Classic Entertainment and The Best Film Archives. Gary Lineker's Goalhanger podcast stable offers a selection of video podcasts on YouTube, many of which have exclusive content that you won't hear on the audio versions. History fans can watch The Times columnist Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland bring alive everything from the execution of Mary Queen of Scots to the origins of the First World War with The Rest is History. The former Downing Street director of communications Alastair Campbell and one-time Conservative MP Rory Stewart 'agree disagreeably' about the week's political events on The Rest is Politics, while Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate all things football over a glass of red on The Rest is Football. If you're more interested in economics, try Robert Peston and Steph McGovern's The Rest is Money, and for TV, music and film fans there's Richard Osman and Marina Hyde on The Rest is Entertainment. Cartographical errors have never been so entertaining. A mix of Monty Python and Horrible histories, this unusual but wildly popular channel run by the comedian Jay Foreman and the former geography teacher Mark Cooper-Jones offers a heady mix of deadpan humour, absurd cutaways and visual humour to not just entertain but educate too. Each episode (many of which attract more than four million views) begins with a simple map-based geographical question such as 'what's the world's oldest border?' before taking viewers on quite the ride. If you miss the A-Z street atlas this is the channel for you. The broadcaster has been embracing YouTube for several years with impressive results, growing a large and loyal audience for full episodes of Channel 4 shows uploaded to the platform. As well as the usual array of clips and trailers for new shows, visitors to the Channel 4 YouTube channel can access full episodes of a number of the most popular shows, including Grand Designs, Gogglebox, First Dates, Travel Man, as well as extensive exclusive clips from across the network's back catalogue. The British comedian John Oliver has been the toast of late-night HBO (and in the UK, Sky) for more than a decade thanks to Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, his weekly satire of the biggest news stories. But YouTube fans get even more of the former Daily Show reporter's humour and investigations when they go online. Not only are many of his full-length shows available to stream on the official YouTube channel, there are many web-exclusive missives available on a variety of subjects, from rocks and 'snack video games' to Pringles (yes, the crisps) and The Da Vinci Code. Ever wondered what sex was like in the Middle Ages or how much damage a Napoleonic cannon could do? Well, these are just some of the questions posed on this seriously addictive channel for history buffs, which blends a traditional TV-documentary-history-show feel with just enough social media flourish to appeal to all ages. Best of all, it has serious historical chops, with Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Tristan Hughes, Alice Loxton and Luke Tomes among the presenters bringing the past alive. The entrepreneur Steven Bartlett may be best known to many as one of the investors on BBC's Dragons' Den, but his YouTube channel is a true behemoth, with more than 11.5 million subscribers. His one-on-one interviews are sleek and well produced and offer viewers long-form discussions with notable figures from the world of politics, business, sport, entertainment and academia. Guests have included the former prime minister Boris Johnson, the psychologist Jordan Peterson and the 'godfather of AI', Geoffrey Hinton. He also hosts panel discussions on topics from feminism to the threat of the Third World War. A great British success story on YouTube, Shiels started his channel almost 15 years ago as a way to promote his golf coaching business, but since then it has grown into a fully formed golf entertainment experience. There are still reviews of equipment on there, but these days the channel has mostly given way to well-produced long-form videos, with Rick and big name players involved in various challenges round the most beautiful and exotic courses. Just like you don't have to be a car nut to like Top Gear, there's something charming and fun about this channel that will draw in viewers regardless of their handicap, or indeed, knowledge of golf. Love TV? 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Bloomberg
17-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Walmart Plans to Sell Vizio TVs Exclusively as a Private Brand
Walmart Inc. plans to make Vizio a private-label brand by the end of the year and will sell its smart TVs exclusively at Walmart and Sam's Club, according to a memo viewed by Bloomberg News. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based company shelled out $2.3 billion to buy Vizio last year to boost its advertising footprint. Vizio TVs are currently sold at Inc., Target Corp. and other retailers, and the company also produces operating software.
Globe and Mail
07-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Why Roku Stock Jumped 21% in June
Key Points Roku announced a new partnership with Amazon last month. The company is also gaining share in smart TVs. Roku is on track to report an operating profit next year. Shares of Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) were moving higher last month after the streaming distribution leader announced a new integration with Amazon Ads, and its Roku-branded TVs took market share in May, according to third-party research. According to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, the stock finished the month up 21%, as it also benefited from a broader upswing in risk-on tech stocks toward the end of the month. As you can see from the chart, the stock moved higher primarily in two stages. ROKU data by YCharts Roku is executing Roku's biggest day last month came on June 16, as the stock jumped 10.4% after it announced a new partnership with Amazon Ads. The integration will give advertisers access to Roku's connected TV inventory, which it says is the largest authenticated CTV footprint in the U.S., exclusively through Amazon DSP (demand-side platform). In initial testing of the integration, advertisers reached 40% more unique viewers with the same budget. The move should increase demand for advertising on Roku, especially if the ROI numbers above hold true at scale. Additionally, in June, Citizens JMP said that Roku took share of TV listings in May on Amazon and Target, showing that its Roku-branded Smart TVs also appear to be gaining market share, another positive sign that its strategy is working. Roku is also coming off a solid first-quarter earnings report, which included 17% platform revenue growth and 16% revenue growth to $1.02 billion. Can Roku keep climbing? The partnership with Amazon could prove to be lucrative, as the tech giant is building out its DSP in an attempt to challenge The Trade Desk, the leading independent DSP. Given Amazon's size and its existing business in advertising and streaming players, an acquisition wouldn't be out of the question, though such a move could face regulatory scrutiny. After years of struggles since the pandemic, the stars may finally be aligning for Roku, as the company appears to be gaining momentum with its smart TVs, took a step forward with the Amazon partnership, and expects to generate a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) operating profit next year. As the leading streaming distribution platform in North America, Roku has a lot of potential, especially as its business model is scalable, meaning it should turn profitable as it grows. If the economy remains solid, Roku looks like a good bet to continue to move higher. The company is due to report second-quarter earnings report on July 31, with analysts calling for 10.6% growth to $1.07 billion. If Roku can top those expectations, the stock could take another leg up. Should you invest $1,000 in Roku right now? Before you buy stock in Roku, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Roku wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $699,558!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $976,677!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor 's total average return is1,060% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to180%for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 7, 2025 John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Jeremy Bowman has positions in Amazon, Roku, Target, and The Trade Desk. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Amazon, Roku, Target, and The Trade Desk. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Fox News
12-06-2025
- Fox News
FBI warns over 1 million Android devices hijacked by malware
Everything that connects to the internet can be hacked by malware. This includes your phones (both Android and iPhones) and laptops (whether Windows, Mac or even lesser-known systems like Linux). Devices like your Wi-Fi router and security cameras aren't safe either. But who would have thought hackers are now targeting your smart TVs, streaming boxes, projectors and tablets, too? That's right, the FBI warns that bad actors have hijacked over a million of these devices with malware, turning them into unwitting participants in a global cybercrime network. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you'll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide — free when you join. The FBI is warning that more than a million smart TVs, streaming boxes, projectors and tablets have been infected by a massive malware operation called BadBox 2.0. The malware turns home electronics into participants in a global network of cybercrime, often before the user even powers them on. In a statement, the FBI says BadBox 2.0 is commonly found on cheap Android-based devices manufactured in mainland China. These include uncertified tablets, connected TV boxes and other Internet of Things hardware. Many of the infected devices ship with the malware preinstalled. Others are compromised during setup, often through malicious firmware updates or sideloaded apps from unofficial marketplaces. Once infected, the devices connect to a command and control server, allowing hackers to reroute malicious traffic through home networks, load fraudulent ads in the background and carry out credential-stuffing attacks without the user knowing. Essentially, your smart TV could be quietly helping someone break into other people's accounts. The botnet is primarily used to turn infected devices into residential proxy nodes, providing hackers with anonymous access to real home IP addresses. That means your TV or projector might unknowingly be helping cybercriminals bypass security systems, commit ad fraud or brute-force online accounts while hiding behind your internet connection. BadBox first appeared in 2023 on generic TV boxes, such as the T95. The original botnet was briefly disrupted in Germany in 2024 when security researchers "sinkholed" the malware's command servers. That wiped out part of the operation, but not for long. Just a week later, the malware reappeared on nearly 200,000 devices, including more recognizable brands like Hisense smartphones and Yandex TVs. By March 2025, BadBox had evolved into BadBox 2.0, with more than 1 million active infections detected by HUMAN's Satori Threat Intelligence team. The majority of devices are uncertified Android Open Source Project builds. These are not official Android TV OS products and are not protected by Google Play Protect. Researchers say the malware has been spotted in 222 countries. A significant number of infections are concentrated in Brazil, followed by the United States, Mexico and Argentina. The FBI, working with Google, Trend Micro, HUMAN and the Shadowserver Foundation, recently disrupted communications between more than 500,000 infected devices and their control servers. However, the botnet continues to grow as more compromised products reach consumers and remain unnoticed. Symptoms of infection include strange app marketplaces, disabled Play Protect settings or devices advertised as being unlocked or capable of free streaming. Many of these products come from unknown brands and are sold through unofficial sellers. If you have recently purchased a budget Android TV box or projector, especially one that is not certified by Google, you may want to take a closer look. If you're wondering whether your smart TV, streaming box, projector or tablet could be part of the BadBox 2.0 botnet, here are some warning signs and checks you can do. 1. You bought a low-cost Android-based device from an unknown or no-name brand: Devices sold online through third-party sellers or unknown brands, especially if advertised as "unlocked," "jailbroken" or offering free streaming, are at higher risk. Models like the T95 box or other generic Android TV boxes are known carriers. Specifically, the following devices have been identified as impacted by BadBox malware: Device model: TV98, X96Q_Max_P, Q96L2, X96Q2, X96mini, S168, ums512_1h10_Natv, X96_S400, X96mini_RP, TX3mini, HY-001, MX10PRO, X96mini_Plus1, LongTV_GN7501E, Xtv77, NETBOX_B68, X96Q_PR01, AV-M9, ADT-3, OCBN, X96MATE_PLUS, KM1, X96Q_PRO, Projector_T6P, X96QPRO-TM, sp7731e_1h10_native, M8SPROW, TV008, X96Mini_5G, Q96MAX, Orbsmart_TR43, Z6, TVBOX, Smart, KM9PRO, A15, Transpeed, KM7, iSinbox, I96, SMART_TV, Fujicom-SmartTV, MXQ9PRO, MBOX, X96Q, isinbox, Mbox, R11, GameBox, KM6, X96Max_Plus2, TV007, Q9 Stick, SP7731E, H6, X88, X98K, TXCZ 2. Your device is not Google-certified: If your Android device doesn't support Google Play Protect or doesn't show the Play Protect certification in the Play Store settings, it's likely running on an uncertified version of Android. That's a major red flag. To check: 3. Suspicious behavior or strange apps: Look for unfamiliar apps you didn't install, apps labeled with foreign characters or alternative app stores on your device. BadBox-infected devices often come with shady apps preloaded. 4. Google Play Protect is disabled: If Play Protect has been turned off without your knowledge or is missing altogether, your device may be vulnerable to compromise. 5. Your home internet is acting strange: If your network is unusually slow or your router shows unknown devices connected, one of your smart devices may be hijacked and rerouting traffic as part of a residential proxy network. 6. The device came with outdated or unofficial firmware: If your device doesn't receive software updates or has a strange update process, that's another potential sign it's not legit or may be compromised. Want to stay safe? Here are eight practical steps you can take to protect your smart devices from BadBox 2.0 malware and other hidden Android threats. 1. Use strong antivirus software: Protecting your devices starts with powerful antivirus protection. Malware like BadBox 2.0 often comes preinstalled on cheap, uncertified Android devices, infecting them before you even power them on. A trusted antivirus app can help detect hidden threats, block malicious traffic and warn you about suspicious behavior that might otherwise go unnoticed. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices. 2. Only buy certified and trusted devices: Stick to devices certified by Google or other recognized platforms. Avoid generic or off-brand Android boxes, tablets and projectors, especially if they are advertised as unlocked or include free streaming. Cheap, uncertified devices are more likely to come with malware preinstalled. 3. Avoid sideloading apps from unofficial sources: Do not install apps from third-party app stores or download APK files from unknown websites. These files can contain hidden malware. Use only official app stores like the Google Play Store that scan apps for threats. 4. Check your device settings for tampering: Look for signs like Google Play Protect being turned off, the presence of unfamiliar app stores or suspicious apps running in the background. These are possible signs your device is compromised. 5. Monitor your network for unusual activity: If your internet slows down suddenly, or you notice unknown devices on your Wi-Fi, investigate. Use your router's settings or a network monitoring app to track strange behavior or unauthorized connections. 6. Disconnect and replace suspicious hardware: If a device is behaving oddly or was purchased from an untrusted source, unplug it from your network. Consider replacing it with a product from a reputable brand and a verified seller. 7. Keep your devices and apps updated: Install system and app updates regularly. Even though cheap devices may not always offer updates, keeping your software current reduces your risk. Choose brands that are known for providing reliable security patches. 8. Secure your router and home network: Your devices are only as safe as the network they're connected to. Set a strong, unique password for your Wi-Fi router and update its firmware regularly. Disable remote access unless absolutely necessary and use WPA3 encryption if available. Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords. Get more details about my best expert-reviewed password managers of 2025 here. As BadBox 2.0 continues to evolve, protecting your entire home network, not just individual devices, has become essential to staying one step ahead of cybercriminals. It's alarming how something as simple as a budget streaming box or projector could be quietly working for cybercriminals. As smart devices become part of almost everything we do, being a careful and informed consumer matters more than ever. Small steps like buying from trusted brands and avoiding unofficial downloads can make a big difference in keeping your home and personal data safe. With over a million devices infected, who should be held accountable: manufacturers, governments or consumers? Let us know by writing us at For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Follow Kurt on his social channels: Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions: New from Kurt: Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
