Rick Broida

Flash sale: The $700 dual

Cheap things come to those who wait — cheap phones especially. Last year, the LG G8X ThinQ with second-screen attachment started at $700, but right now you can buy it for $300. New. Unlocked. Should you? More on that in a moment. Here’s the deal: For a limited time, and while supplies last (my guess …

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The AfterShokz Titanium open

When I run or bike, I like to listen to music and podcasts. But wearing traditional sport headphones poses a problem: The earbuds block outside noise, making it hard to hear cars, scooters and other potential hazards. So how can I enjoy my audio while still maintaining “situational awareness”? Answer: Bone-conduction headphones, which sit in front of your ears instead of over …

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AirPods Max alternative: The excellent Soundcore Life Q30 for $65 (Update: Expired)

Even if I won the lottery, I wouldn’t spend $549 on Apple’s AirPods Max. Not when there are so many good (and even great) headphones that cost less. Way, way less. Case in point: For a limited time, and while supplies, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 is on sale for $65. That’s only $15 off the regular price, but it’s …

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HBO Max deal: Save 22% on a 6

HBO Max no longer offers a free trial, something to consider if you were planning to hop on right around Dec. 25 — the day Wonder Woman 1984 debuts simultaneously on the streaming service and in theaters. Yep, if you want to see Diana Prince’s latest adventure, it’ll cost you. Read more: Wonder Woman 1984 first reactions: ‘Packs in a …

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Tuesday’s top deals: Acer laptop, Worx 3

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. How goes the holiday shopping? I won’t say everything here today is gift-worthy, though I certainly wouldn’t mind being on the receiving end of any of these items. (If you decide to get me that Star Wars game bundle, though, please make sure to include …

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Monday’s top deals: $359 DJI Mavic Mini, $210 Sony WH

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. So many deals today, cheeps, so little time. Let’s dive in! As always, the usual caveats apply: These deals are for a limited time and while supplies last. All codes have been tested and are working at the time of this writing. If you get …

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Put this sweet remote

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. I’m a sucker for robots. I’m also a sucker for anything remote-controlled. Put the two together and shut up and take my money! Needless to say, this deal has “Rick” written all over it. Today only, and while supplies last, Meh has the Sharper Image …

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3 great laptop deals, starting at $399

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Need a new laptop? If it’s for working from home, here are my basic-spec recommendations: Intel Core i3 processor or better 8GB of RAM or more SSD (solid-state hard drive) 15.6-inch full-HD display (because anything smaller starts to feel cramped for full-time work) Two of …

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$549 AirPods Max: All the things you could buy instead of Apple’s new headphones

There’s a headphone-shaped elephant in the room this week: Apple just announced the AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones, challenging the premium likes of the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and the Sony WH-1000XM4. But if you thought the AirPods Pro were pricey at $249, get a load of this: The AirPods Max (with its much-mocked Smart Case) will run you $549. …

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I tried refurbished Sony WH

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Good headphones — really good headphones — are a treat, an indulgence. And I know some folks who would never deign to put inferior ‘phones on their ears. But, come on: $350 for a sweet pair of Sonys? I love my ears, but not that …

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