Comcast’s latest channel is one that’s never been on cable before: Tubi TV, one of the most popular free movie-streaming services. Comcast is incorporating Tubi into X1, the cable giant’s internet-inclusive platform. The partnership means Tubi’s library of movies and other programming will be available and searchable on Comcast X1 like a regular channel or show, …
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Update, Nov. 17: Going forward, we’re tracking the best Amazon deals here. Amazon has revealed its expanded plans for Black Friday sales, including a long list of specific discounts and deals on Xbox bundles, TVs, electronics, Chromebooks, toys, board games, furniture, apparel, outdoor equipment — and everything else under the sun. These details are above and beyond the extensive discounts …
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In the age of connected devices, more gadgets than ever have the ability to spy on you or share your info with third parties. So if you’re planning on buying the hottest or latest tech product for someone this holiday season, it might be a good idea to check out its privacy policy before you give it to someone. Mozilla, …
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Cheeps! If you live in the metro-Detroit area and want to learn the secrets of the Cheapskate trade, come join me this Saturday, Nov. 17, at 1 p.m. at the Hazel Park Library. I’ll be sharing some of my favorite money-saving tips, giving away swag and raffling off some pretty darn good prizes. Tell a friend! Meanwhile, be sure to …
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After a year of hype and anticipation, Amazon picked not one, but two locations for its HQ2 project. The world’s largest online retailer on Tuesday selected Long Island City in New York City’s Queens borough and National Landing (a new name for the Crystal City neighborhood) in Arlington, Virginia, outside Washington, DC. The picks, which were already widely anticipated for …
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Last month I shared a deal on the BlitzWolf BW-FYE1 wireless earbuds — and it was so popular, the vendor ran out of stock in short order. Good news: It’s back! And a buck cheaper! For a limited time, and while supplies last, you can get the BlitzWolf BW-FYE1 wire-free earbuds for $33.99 with promo code 32JTRBPI. Regular price: $49.99. …
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It’s official. Amazon on Tuesday announced New York City and Arlington, Virginia, as the locations for new headquarters. The company plans to employee more than 25,000 people at each location. More specifically, the locations are Long Island City in New York City’s Queens borough and National Landing (a new name for the Crystal City neighborhood) in Arlington, Virginia. Amazon also said …
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Welcome to Day 6 of CNET’s 10 Days of Deals! As we count down to Black Friday, I’m bringing you some of my favorite products at some seriously discounted prices. The Amazfit Bip is an Apple Watch lookalike that’s more like a Pebble under the hood — and overall a pretty nice blend of the two. It normally sells for $100, but …
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Black Friday — and Cyber Monday — is a great invention because we get to go crazy buying stuff at lower prices. But you know what’s even better? Alibaba’s Singles Day shopping bonanza. Called the 11/11 Global Shopping Festival, it’s an annual 24-hour online shopping spree of sorts by the Chinese internet giant which falls on Nov. 11, otherwise known …
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Nintendo just put another nail in the Wii coffin. Nintendo is shutting down all video streaming services for the console at the end of January, according to Netflix. Netflix‘s website lists Jan. 30 as the day support will end, with a representative confirming that date to CNET despite a previously reported customer service email posted to Reddit listing Jan. 31. …
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