Cody English
Contributing since September, 2019
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About Cody English
Cody is a biologist by training and a lifelong enthusiast for all things related to science or technology. When he isn't obsessing over tech, you may find him hiking/photographing his way through the National Parks or lost in a science fiction novel.
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Save 20% on Philips Hue outdoor lights and accessories in one-day sale (up to $70 off)
Now is the perfect time to tackle some simple DIY home improvement projects, and smart lighting is one of the most straightforward additions you can make to your home. Most people begin by replacing their interior bulbs and fixtures, but if you're ready to illuminate your exterior spaces, today's DOTD sale at Best Buy could be just what you need. Right now, you can save 20% off an assortment of outdoor-centric Philips Hue lights and accessories.
Grab Sony's WF-1000MX3 wireless earbuds with ANC for $110 refurbished from BackMarket ($180 off)
Have you been stuck inside for far too long, working from home, perhaps? If so, and you also share your living space with family members, you probably spend a decent amount of your day wearing headphones. For those who prefer earbuds and are looking to upgrade, we have a deal on refurbished Sony WF-1000XM3 truly wireless earbuds from BackMarket. Right now, you can grab a set of your own for only $109.99 — which shaves $180 off MSRP, $80 off BackMarket's usual pricing, and beats Amazon's lowest refurbished price by $10.
Snag an Aukey 33W car adapter with USB-C and Quick Charge 3.0 for $11 with coupon code ($8 off)
Even though most of us probably weren't driving quite as much as we had hoped to this holiday weekend, it never hurts to have a high-quality USB charger in your car. Even better still, if you can find one that's both versatile enough to be compatible most devices and can fill those batteries quickly enough to be useful, even on shorter trips. If that sounds like just the thing you've been looking for, you can pick up an Aukey 33W car adapter with QC 3.0 for only on Amazon with coupon code BENN6T7F — saving yourself $7.98 by doing so.This adapter offers 33W of total output, split between a 15W USB-C port and an 18W QC 3.0 USB-A connector that ensures your devices only receive as much power as they can safely handle. Also, this deal includes the charger only, so you may want to add a couple of well-made USB cables to your order if you don't have a set for the car yet.
UE Megaboom 3 speaker deals include choice of all-time low price ($100 off) or charging dock bundle
Ultimate Ears has done the seemingly impossible by managing to create, not one, but an entire lineup of recognizable, portable Bluetooth speakers among a crowded field of competitors. Right now, you can grab the Megaboom 3, the company's most advanced waterproof speaker, for an all-time low of $119.99 at Amazon and Best Buy — with the latter throwing in a free charging dock that usually retails for $39.99 on its own. And, if you happen to pick one up now, you'll save about $80 off the list price.With the exception of the recently released Hyperboom, the Megaboom 3 is the latest in UE's line of portable Bluetooth speakers and is sure to impress with its IP67 waterproofing and an internal air pocket, allowing it to float if falls in while you're listening pool-side. This model also includes UE's "one-touch" music button to get the tunes playing even faster, and you can even sync up with other Boom speakers if one, somehow, isn't quite loud enough.
Snag a refurbished Galaxy Fold for 'only' $1,300 at Daily Steals with our exclusive coupon code ($100 off)
Sure, Samsung's Galaxy Fold didn't exactly enjoy a smooth launch. Within a few weeks of release, numerous reports of broken review units quickly surfaced, primarily centered around that ultra-critical hinge. Thankfully, Samsung quickly tweaked the hinge's design to add a bit more resiliency and dirt resistance. Right now, you can grab a refurbished Galaxy Fold from Daily Steals for only $1,299.99 if you enter our exclusive code APGFLIP at checkout. Doing so will save you $80 off Daily Steals' usual refurb price, $100 off Amazon's refurb price, and a whopping $680 off when compared to the MSRP.
As game-changing as USB Type-C has been, most of us still have at least one or two devices lying around that require us to keep a USB Type-A charger handy as well. For simplicity's sake, why not have one charger that can accept both that can also output enough power to charge whatever device you need quickly and safely? Today, we have a deal that can help with just that. Right now, you can grab a dual-port Aukey 30W USB- C PD 2.0/18W Quick Charge 3.0 compatible charger from Amazon for only $16.34—saving $26.65 off the regular price of $42.99.While this adapter may not feature the latest and greatest when it comes to charging technologies and speeds, it could still make a decent addition to anyone's charging setup, especially at this price. USB-C Power Delivery 2.0 and Quick Charge 3.0 compatibility and maximum charging speeds of 30W over USB-C and 18W with USB-A should ensure speedy, worry-free charging for even the pickiest devices.
Goal Zero's Sherpa 100 AC portable power bank drops to an all-time low of $225 ($75 off)
Whenever I'm shopping for accessories, I try to choose quality over quantity, always searching for one product to meet my needs while limiting bulk and clutter. Even still, I've somehow accumulated no less than half a dozen portable batteries, each chosen to top off a new device more quickly or to have access to just a bit more energy on lengthy camping trips. If you're in the same boat and you'd like one travel power bank to rule them all, you should check out Goal Zero's Sherpa 100 AC, which is currently available from Amazon for an all-time low of $224.96 after receiving a $74.99 price reduction.This beast of a battery manages to pack an air travel-approved 94.72Wh of capacity, a Qi wireless charging pad, and a monochrome display which shows some system information (power in/out, remaining charge, and configuration options) into a 2lb package that's only slightly larger than a paperback book. Wired outputs include two USB 60W Power Delivery compatible Type-C ports, two 2.4A USB Type-A ports, and a single 100W 110V AC outlet.
Anker Soundcore Boost Bluetooth speaker drops to all-time low for Amazon one-day sale ($15 off)
Sure, Bluetooth speakers have gotten much cheaper over the last couple of years, and shoppers have more choices than ever when deciding which one to buy. However, you'll find significantly fewer options once you start adding on features like water-resistance, NFC pairing, and a built-in power bank. If you'd like your next speaker to have any, or all, of these features, you'll want to check out the Anker Soundcore Boost. Right now, you can pick one up as part of Amazon's latest Deal of the Day for an all-time low of $44.99, saving yourself $15 in the process.When we reviewed the Soundcore Boost, we were impressed by its sleek, minimal design, bass-heavy audio that can handily fill room-sized areas with sound, and a 5200mAh battery that delivers 10-12 hours of playback and doubles as a USB power bank. Unfortunately, other aspects of the audio quality weren't quite as impressive, and we also noticed a fair amount of distortion at higher volume settings, but, at roughly half of the original price, these shortcomings are far more palatable.
Are you stuck inside the house, wishing for any view of the outdoors beyond the tired tableaus of your home's windows? Or perhaps you need to keep an eye on your children while they attend school remotely as you work from home. Whatever your internet-connected camera needs may be, the latest deal on TP-Link's Kasa Spot Indoor Camera and Kasa Cam Outdoor can help you save up to $34 when compared to recent pricing data.
How to use Netflix 'screen lock' mode to keep your Ozark binges uninterrupted
The new "screen lock" feature makes accidental presses a thing of the past
We've all been there: you're watching your favorite show on your smartphone, and you go to rebalance it in your hand and accidentally hit pause or next episode. It's not the end of the world, but it is annoying, and it's probably something you wish you could fix. Now, in Netflix, you can. With the new new Screen Lock button, Netflix can be told to safely ignore your errant grasps and pokes, keeping the content front and center.
When you think of action cameras, the first name that probably comes to mind is the ubiquitous GoPro. However, a worthy competitor emerged when the Osmo Action Cam from well-known drone manufacturer DJI launched last summer for $350. Right now, you can pick up one of these 4K-capable action cams for an all-time low of only 9 at Amazon — saving yourself $150 off the original MSRP in the process. This tiny camera packs two screens for easy viewfinder access no matter which way the unit happens to be facing, giving it a leg-up on the similarly priced GoPro Hero 7 Black. Available footage capture modes include 4K HDR at 60FPS, 1080p at 240FPS with electronic image stabilization, and an up to 8x slow-motion mode with 1080p resolution at 240FPS.Even better still, there's no promo code needed to take advantage of these savings. All you have to do is follow the link below. With outdoor recreation areas among the first things beginning to reopen, a new action camera would be ideal for capturing any appropriately socially-distanced outdoor activities this coming summer.Buy: Amazon
Live Captions are coming to Google Chrome as flag appears in Canary
It would be nice if it didn't crash the browser, but hey: baby steps
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Live Caption, which was first introduced during Google I/O 2019 as a Pixel 4 exclusive, is a game-changing addition to the suite of accessibility features built into Android 10. Using Live Caption allows those with deafness or other hearing disabilities to follow along with video content, while Android generates captions in real-time. It appears that the feature may be getting ready to make the leap from smartphones to computers as work is underway to bring the feature to Chrome, according to a new code commit to the Chromium Gerrit.
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Just a few days after we saw the original Galaxy Buds on sale, we have our first significant discount on the updated Galaxy Buds+. While the original Galaxy Buds already came highly recommended, this refreshed model includes a few welcome additions like an extra voice-detection microphone and improved battery life. Right now, you can grab a pair from AT&T for only 9.99 — saving yourself $30 off the MSRP in the process.
Like any new product, true wireless earbuds were initially prohibitively expensive, with limited available options on the market. As we all know, this is no longer the case for the ubiquitous audio companions that many of us now carry around every day. These days, you can find a pair of Bluetooth buds at any price point, including, somewhat surprisingly, impulse buy territory. Amazon is currently selling Tribit's X1 wireless earbuds for only — a $10 markdown from an already affordable $29.99.According to Tribit, these headphones should deliver up to 3 hours of continuous use with an additional 15 hours worth of charge ready and waiting in the carrying case. The inclusion of Bluetooth 5.0 should also provide a reliable connection and easy pairing. While these are not waterproof by any means, they are sweat and splash-proof, making them a decent choice for runners on a budget.
Now is the perfect time to work on those little home improvement projects you've been putting off. Whether you've been mulling over creating an entire smart-home from scratch or just looking to replace an aging device or two, there are few more dependable names in the game than Nest. Right now, you can save up to $250 during the biggest Nest sale we've seen since Black Friday.
Grab two of Anker's PowerWave wireless chargers for $25 ($8 off)
Never get stuck with a dead battery while stuck at home
If you've been spending more time at home lately, you may have started to notice gaps in your home charging setup. Whether you're perfecting your sourdough in the kitchen or improvising a new space to work from home, a well-placed wireless charger is a perfect way to ensure you'll always have a full battery. Right now, you can grab a two-pack of Anker's PowerWave wireless charging stands for only .49 at Amazon, saving yourself $7.50 off the MSRP.This two-pack should be especially appealing to those of you out there with Samsung phones because Anker has designed the PowerWave to charge compatible Samsung phones at 10W (if you provide the Quick Charge charger, of course). Devices from other manufacturers will charge at the standard rate of 5W. Dual coils allow for use in either portrait or landscape orientation, and a multi-color LED indicates the stand's current charging status.
Master & Dynamic's MW07 true wireless earbuds are on sale, starting at $125 (half off MSRP)
Just as countless companies have rushed to fill the market with affordable wireless earbuds in the last few years, high-end audio brands have also decided to ditch the wires altogether. Master & Dynamic, best known for its premium headphones and speakers, first introduced the outstanding MW07 Bluetooth earbuds in 2018, and, right now, you can grab a pair from Amazon for as little as 4.99 — saving up to half off the original MSRP.When we reviewed the MW07 earbuds, we were thoroughly impressed by their unrivaled audio quality, stable wireless connection with effectively no latency when watching videos, and a USB-C equipped carrying case that can charge the earbuds to 40% in only 15 minutes. That fast charging will come in handy as our one issue with the hardware was the relatively limited 3-3.5 hours of battery life during mixed-use. Of course, we also weren't fans of the $300 MSRP. Thankfully, today's deal brings these earbuds down to a more palatable level for most buyers.
Xiaomi's Mi Box S Android TV set-top box receives a bountiful bug-fixing update
Including a fix for Chromecast functionality broken by the last update
If you own an Android TV set-top box that wasn't made by NVIDIA, there are decent odds that you're using a Mi Box from Xiaomi. This affordable alternative manages to play 4K HDR content at up to 60 FPS for far less than the $150 asking price of NVIDIA's cheapest option. While updates for the Mi Box S haven't exactly been numerous, the device recently received an update to a stable build of Android 9 Pie, and now a major bugfix update is on its way.
Grab RAVPower's compact 61W USB-C PD GaN wall charger for a new low of $23 ($13 off)
Now more than ever, we could all use a powerful charger to revive our depleted devices quickly, and thanks to GaN-based components and USB-C PD technology, the latest generation of charging adapters are smaller and faster than ever before. Right now, you can pick up RAVPower's 61W USB-C wall charger in black or white for $22.99 and $25.99, respectively—saving up to $13 off the $35.99 list price in the process.This particular model includes a single USB-C PD port capable of delivering up to 61W, which means it is capable of replenishing most devices, including laptops, at full speed while ensuring that connected devices receive the correct amount of power. Another nice touch is that the outlet prongs fold up for improved portability.
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- If you missed out on the original sale, the Mars II has dropped to a slightly-lower $349.99 over at Amazon-owned Woot. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime members.
Are you missing the days of regular visits to the movie theater while we all do our best to self-isolate? Thankfully, we have a deal on the Nebula Mars II portable projector from Anker that might be just the thing to bring a little of that movie theater magic to your isolation-induced binge-watching. Right now, you can pick one up for only $369.99, which is a savings of $130 off the MSRP.During our review of the Mars II, we were impressed by its ~4-hour battery life, full-fledged Android OS, auto-focus, and the included Bluetooth audio-only mode. While the Nebula Mars II isn't the brightest portable projector from Nebula (that would be the 500 ANSI lumen Mars II Pro), its 300 ANSI lumen lamp still easily outshines any of Anker's Capsule lineup.The Mars II, like many portable projectors, doesn't have the best built-in software experience. It comes with a third-party app store and no Google Play access, but this can easily be remedied by sideloading apps or by connecting a Chromecast, Android TV device, or game console over HDMI.