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These video streaming services are reducing bandwidth consumption following the coronavirus pandemic (Update: TikTok)
Netflix started it, now every service is doing it to avoid network congestion
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, most people have to stay quarantined at home to prevent the spread of the virus. This is causing increased network usage, as people need a stable connection to work, study, and of course, entertain themselves. Sadly, the latter requires a high bandwidth, which providers are trying to contain by reducing the quality of their service.
Get $100 off a Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL, starting at $299
They're the best mid-rangers on the market, and incredibly cheap with this deal
If you're looking for a great phone that won't break the bank, why not consider the one we awarded phone of the year for 2019? The Pixel 3a and 3a XL pack everything you need, and they're currently down to $299 and $379, respectively, which is $100 less than their usual price.
Enjoy a stable home-wide network with a Nest Wifi router + access point for just $199 ($70 off)
You'll definitely need a good connection when stuck at home for a couple of weeks
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most of us have to stay quarantined at home. Whether you're working, catching up with friends and family, or relaxing and watching a movie, you'll need a stable connection throughout your home to avoid disruptions. Thankfully, Google's Nest Wifi, which is one of the best mesh networks on the market, is currently on sale, as the bundle that includes the router and an additional access point is down to $199, which is $70 less than the usual price.
Assistant is a convenient way of interacting with your phone when your hands aren't free, especially when driving or cooking. Google's helper can already send messages over native and third-party apps, such as WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, and WeChat. The service just got the ability to do so with Line, too, making it easier for users to keep in touch with friends without touching their device.
When Huawei announced the Mate X foldable phone back in February 2019, it didn't expect it would have to delay the device's release twice due to concerns over its folding screen's quality. When he Mate X finally came out in November, it unfortunately shipped with Android 9 and hasn't been updated to Google's latest offering since then. Thankfully, the device is now receiving Android 10.
Work from home in peace with the Microsoft Surface ANC headphones for just $200 ($50 off)
They will be your best ally during confinement
Bose and Sony headphones get most of the attention when it comes to active noise cancelation. Still, there are other contenders worth considering, especially if price is part of your buying criteria. The Surface headphones are a good alternative, but their MSRP was too similar to the leaders in the category for them to compete fiercely. Nevertheless, Microsoft's product is now down to just $200, which is about $50 off compared to the price it's been selling for lately. This makes it particularly relevant, especially if you're stranded at home, given the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Sony's excellent WH-1000XM3 ANC headphones are down to just $230 on Woot ($120 off MSRP)
Great audio for a great price
Bose has been one of the most popular brands when it comes to ANC headphones. However, Sony has managed to dethrone the title with its WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headset, which has been praised as one of the best on the market. Sadly, the device traditionally sells for about $350, which can be a roadblock for many. Thankfully, you can now snatch a new pair for just $230, which is $120 off the MSRP.
Sennheiser introduces updated Momentum True Wireless 2 earbuds with ANC and improved battery life
But keeps the $299 price tag
True wireless earbuds have been increasingly popular since Apple launched the AirPods, but the new trend is for them to come with active noise cancelation. Sony's WF-1000XM3 were among the first, followed closely by Apple with the AirPods Pro. German competitor Sennheiser wants to keep up, and just announced an updated version of its Momentum True Wireless buds, which now feature ANC and improved battery life over the previous iteration.
Keep an eye on your house and yard for $276 with this eufyCam 2 two-camera bundle ($74 off)
They're wireless and weatherproof, so you can put them wherever you want
If you're on the market for a wireless security camera system to keep an eye on your home and your yard without breaking the bank, the Anker eufyCam 2 is an excellent option. With this deal, you can snatch a two-camera bundle for $276, which is $76 off the regular price.
Dark mode is definitely one of the most popular features users look for in an app these days. Thankfully, most developers have started to implement it in their software offerings. Google has been part of the trend, as the Play Store, Drive, Files, and Gmail apps now have a dark mode, to name a few. Interestingly, the company's Ads app just received the feature, before some of the company's most popular services.
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Dark mode is definitely the feature your software needs to have these days, and what better timing than releasing it in time for Halloween? Microsoft's OneDrive is the company's latest app to get the treatment, following in Outlook's footsteps.
Grab JBL's water-resistant Flip 4 Bluetooth speaker for just $60 ($40 off)
It'll be your perfect pool party partner this summer
If you're looking for a speaker to blast your favorite tunes, you should consider the JBL Flip 4. It offers great audio quality, and its IPX7 rating means you'll be able to use it safely by the pool this summer — or in the tub during the winter. It usually sells for $100, but it's down to just $60 at Best Buy.
Montblanc upgrades the Summit 2 smartwatch with built-in LTE
But you'll only be able to use it on Verizon in the US
With the Summit 2, Montblanc was the first company to release a smartwatch powered by Snapdragon's latest Wear 3100 chipset. The luxury brand just unveiled an updated timepiece, which now comes with built-in LTE, along with other improvements.
Montblanc's first ANC headphones cost $600, come with Assistant and Fast Pair
To match your expensive, stylish watch and bag
There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to the ANC headphones category. Even though Bose and Sony offer the most popular products, luxury brand Montblanc just unveiled a new piece of tech that's about $200 more expensive than its counterparts. At this price, it offers premium built quality and Google Fast Pair, which set it apart from the competition.
Parties are nothing without good music. If you want to make a great impression, you should consider getting a JBL PartyBox, which is a massive speaker with built-in LEDs. It's essentially all you need to light up your parties and blast your favorite tunes. With this deal, you can snatch the PartyBox 300 for $380, which is $70 off the price it's been selling for lately.
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- Shortly after reporting this sale in December, the Arlo Baby monitor jumped back up to $115. It remained here for a solid month before receiving an even better discount in February. Right now, you can pick up the Arlo Baby monitor for a new all-time low of .99 ( off). Our data shows that this product also hit the same price earlier in the month before jumping back up to $115, so there's no telling how long this latest discount will last.
Having a baby can be stressful, and even though old-fashioned baby monitors let you hear your little one, they're not as reassuring as more modern solutions. Arlo's Baby Monitor, which allows you to see and talk to your baby in real-time, is down to $95, the lowest price it's ever been.
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- Dark mode in OneNote is showing up for some users on Android now, but it's a server-side update on the latest beta of the app. There's no manual toggle to turn it on or off, so you either have it or not. It's also clearly still in development, as you'll find many instances of black text on dark backgrounds. Thanks, Olanrewaju and Divyanka!
Dark modes are becoming increasingly popular these days. Not only do they look cool, they can also save battery on AMOLED screens, as they limit the number of pixels that need to be lit. A lot of apps have started boasting darker schemes, and following popular demand, Microsoft is working on one for OneNote, which will be available across all platforms.
Existing Fitbit trackers get blood oxygen monitoring (Update: Wider roll out)
They may also soon detect sleep apnea
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Fitbit's Ionic smartwatch was the brand's first product to feature an SpO2 sensor, which is used in estimating blood oxygen levels. Several other Fitbit products, namely the Versa, Versa Lite, Versa 2, and Charge 3, came with a similar sensor, but it had stayed dormant until December. After being tested with a few users, the feature appears to be rolling out more widely.
Nest has pioneered the smart thermostat industry since 2011. Although its Learning Thermostat is one of the best options on the market, it's amongst the priciest. Thankfully, the company later released the Thermostat E, which offers similar features for a more affordable price, at $170. With this Woot deal, you can grab one for even less, as it's currently down to just $135.
Mobvoi's TichWatch Pro 4G is one of the most exciting WearOS ones on the market. It combines good built quality with impressive battery life, thanks to its layered screen technology. The timepiece traditionally sells for $299, but is down to just $219 today only, which is $79 off its regular list price.