Rick Broida

Zepp E smartwatch hands

Say hello to Zepp, a wearable-tech brand that in 2018 was acquired by Huami, which also owns Amazfit. Amazfit makes wearables as well, including one of my personal favorites, the $80 Bip S. The new Zepp E is the posh ying to that affordable yang, a $250 smartwatch with a gorgeous display and plenty of …

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This 70

TV deals are heating up. Walmart, for example, will be selling a 55-inch TCL Roku TV for just $148 on Nov. 11, which is bonkers. Meanwhile, if you’ve been biding your time on a really big screen, bide no more: For a limited time, and while supplies last, Best Buy has the Insignia NS-70DF710NA21 70-inch 4K UHD Smart Fire TV …

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I’m a longtime fan of height-adjustable desks, which let you easily alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day. And with so many of us working (and schooling) from home, now’s the time to consider investing in one. Thankfully, you don’t have to invest a fortune. For a limited time, and while supplies last, ZDNet Academy has the FlexiSpot EC1 …

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The Cheapskate Show podcast: $1,000 flagship phones aren’t worth the money

Are you about to spend a grand (or more!) on a new iPhone, Samsung Galaxy or the like? Stop the madness! If you’ll just wait a while, you can get the same model for less. Or consider whether you need such an expensive phone after all. The Cheapskate Show is here to explain why you probably don’t. Seriously, have you …

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Hide unsightly cables with this 125

Nothing ruins decor like ugly black cords. If you’ve ever wall-mounted a TV, you know what I mean. But even the cords running along your baseboards are an unsightly mess. Before you start drilling holes in walls and enduring the grief of fishing those cords through them, consider a simpler solution: a raceway kit. Like this one: For a limited …

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Great iPhone SE deal: Get the phone with extras for $284

With last week’s announcement of the iPhone 12, most previous models in Apple’s lineup received a price cut — with the exception of the iPhone SE, which still starts at $399. Thankfully, there’s a much better deal to be had: For a limited time, and while supplies last, Visible will sell you the iPhone SE (64GB) for $384 and then give …

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Forget iPhone 12: The best deals are on last year’s models

It took a little longer than usual, but this year’s Apple event has come and brought new four new iPhone models, with prices starting at $799 (£799, AU$1,349). As always, there are incremental improvements to the processors and cameras, but the real news for 2020 is 5G: All the iPhone 12 models are ready for it. Do you need it? …

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This $115 Vizio soundbar is a perfect match for your new TV

It’s the rare TV that wouldn’t benefit from an audio upgrade, in part to get speakers that are actually pointed at you (rather than down) and in part to bring bass into the mix (courtesy of a subwoofer). Let’s not forget overall volume, either. Even a cheapie soundbar would improve your aural experience — though, as evidenced by today’s deal, …

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Get an unlocked Galaxy S20 for $660 (Update: Expired)

Cheap phones come to those who wait, I always say. Witness the iPhone XR, which debuted two years ago at $749 and can now be had for just $499. And then there’s the Galaxy S20, the Samsung flagship that arrived earlier this year with a $1,000 starting price. You were wise to sit tight. For a limited time, and while …

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Prime Day last

Not all Amazon Prime Day deals are online: Turns out the company has actual physical stores as well. And if you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, you have one last chance to score some free money — after a fashion — by stepping foot into those storefronts. Visit your local Whole Foods today, for example, and spend at least $10, making …

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