Prime Day 2020: The dates, the deals and the smart ways to shop

Save the dates: Amazon Prime Day 2020 starts Tuesday, Oct. 13 and runs through Wednesday, Oct. 14. We’re here to help you cut through all the noise, to find the best deals in all the categories and get the most for your money. First things first: Some Prime Day deals are already available, like a …

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Epic vs. Apple lawsuit heads to trial in 2021

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Xbox Series X hands

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Facebook asked to curb election suppression by white supremacists

This story is part of Elections 2020, CNET’s coverage of the voting in November and its aftermath. Two US representatives are asking Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to act immediately to ensure fairness and safety in the 2020 election. This includes “curbing suppression efforts by white supremacists, neo-Nazis, and right-wing militias” who are using the social media platform to spread misinformation and hate …

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Roku Streambar builds in 4K HDR streaming, ‘wide’ sound for $130

Just when we thought hybrid soundbar-streamers couldn’t get any cheaper than the $180 Roku Smart Soundbar, the company says, “hold my beer.” The new Roku Streambar lowers the price of entry to $130 (£129 or about AU$230) and still manages to pack in some sophisticated features for the money. See it at Amazon As its name suggests, the Streambar is a …

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Roku Channel app debuts with 115 free TV channels on Android, iOS

Get ready for two official Roku apps. The streaming company’s free TV service, the Roku Channel, will get its own dedicated free app on iOS and Android. The new app lets you watch more than 115 free live channels along with older shows and movies on your phone and tablet. It also acts as a hub where you can watch …

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TCL’s 2020 soundbars offer Dolby Atmos decoding, budget prices

TCL has gone from strength to strength with its TVs — CNET’s David Katzmaier recently said its 6-Series Roku TV offers “the best picture quality for the money I’ve tested this year.” As a complement to its 2020 TV range the company has announced five new soundbars, and they’re competitively priced. The Alto 9 Plus flagship, for example, tops out at $300. …

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Prime Day takes place on Oct. 13 and 14, Amazon announces

CNET revealed the news last week, but now it’s official: Amazon has announced that Prime Day will happen Oct. 13-14. Prime Day usually takes place in mid-July, but was delayed this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, as in 2019, the sale event for paid Prime members will last 48 hours as opposed to 36 hours. …

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Google Pixel 5 images, details leak ahead of this week’s event

Google hasn’t been shy in recent years when it comes to leaks and teasers for its Pixel devices. Last year the search giant preannounced the look and some features of the Pixel 4 four months before the full announcement, and this year’s Pixel 4A reveal included teases for the upcoming Pixel 4A 5G and the 5G-capable Pixel 5.  While not …

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Google Chromecast hits Home Depot shelves ahead of official launch, report says

Two days before Google’s Pixel 5 event, the company’s rumored new Chromecast has been spotted for sale at Home Depot for $50. People on social media as well as tech site The Verge said they were able to purchase the still unannounced streaming device at the home improvement retailer. The receipt listed the new Chromecast as “Sabrina-Abbey Rock Candy,” the hardware’s codename, …

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