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About Hagop Kavafian

Hagop is a tech-savvy guy, who's also into traveling, fitness, biking, food, and planes. He's heptalingual and has lived in 5 different countries, but has decided to settle in Paris for the time being.

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If you didn't get a chance to grab a OnePlus 7 Pro during the Black Friday sale, you're in luck, as the company's latest flagship is marked down again, just in time for Christmas. Unlike last time, both the 128GB and 256GB versions are on sale, down to $500 and $550, respectively.

Back in 2011, Google Translate made it easier to interpret live discussions thanks to Conversation mode. The app also got a fresh coat of paint more recently, making it easier to summon it. In parallel, Assistant-enabled speakers got the ability to translate live conversations in April, which essentially turned them into digital interpreters. Unfortunately, the functionality was exclusive to smart speakers and displays and wasn't available on phones until now. Google just released the feature on mobile devices as well, making it easier to have a conversation with someone who speaks a different language on the go.

Even though our phones' internal storage capacity is increasing, so are file sizes. This is why we may sometimes need a little extra space, and MicroSD cards are a convenient way of achieving this. In case you're looking for one, SanDisk's 256GB A1-rated Ultra card is down to $29 on Amazon, instead of its usual $39.

The Versa 2 smartwatch is one of Fitbit's best products and offers a good compromise between looks and fitness features. It usually sells for about $200, but you can now get it for just $130, thanks to this markdown.

Back in November last year, Spotify was giving out free Google Home Minis to Premium for Family account holders, in order to encourage people to sign up to its plan. The company is renewing its offer this year but is now making it available to both Family and individual subscribers, regardless of whether they're new members or have already been using a paid subscription.

Back in 2012, Samsung embedded Flipboard in its launcher, making news seamlessly accessible from the home screen. The company then used Upday on newer phones, until it released Bixby Home when it launched the Galaxy S8. In addition to being a simple news aggregator, the latter aimed at being a smarter assistant, with cards showing your next appointments, or even letting you order an Uber. However, the company has just announced it will replace Bixby Home with Samsung Daily, its new homescreen newsfeed app.

When it came out in 2017, EasilyDo was an Inbox alternative for non-Gmail users, before changing its name to Edison Mail a few months later. It offered advanced features such as Smart Replies, which most emails clients didn't have back then. The app is now becoming even smarter, as it's getting a built-in smart assistant.

When it comes to noise-canceling headphones, Bose is probably one of the most reliable brands on the market. Its QC 35 have long been one of the leaders on the market, and after refreshing them back in 2017, the company released an overhauled product on the market, the 700 headphones. They were initially priced at $400, but you can now get them for $50 less.

We've all seen people magically "enhance" images from security cameras to zoom in on someone's face in movies. Although there is no magic trick to achieving this, a 4K sensor definitely helps to get a crisp and detailed picture. With the Arlo Ultra, you'll get to keep an eye on your front door in Ultra HD for just $322, which is the lowest the product has ever been.

Anker's SoundCore products are known for their reliability and good built quality. The Liberty true wireless earphones continue to deliver on that promise thanks to their audio quality and impressive 100 hours of playback. They're usually priced at $100, but you can snatch them for just $68 on Amazon.

Setting up a smart home infrastructure can be costly, especially when you're starting from scratch. However, thanks to this bundle, you'll be able to do so without breaking the bank. The kit includes all the essentials to get you started: An Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker, as well as two Hue bulbs for just $35, which is $45 less than what you'd typically have to spend.

While Anker products are known to offer a good compromise between reliability and affordability, the brand also has a higher-end offering in terms of audio products. The Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro was announced at the end of September and is the company's most advanced offering when it comes to true wireless buds. It initially cost $150 when it came out, but you can now grab it for $40 less.

The buds offer impressive audio quality, a comfortable fit, and a reliable Bluetooth connection. In terms of battery life, you get about four hours of playback time, which can be extended to 15 thanks to the charging case. Their IPX4 rating makes them sweat-resistant, and therefore perfectly suitable to use at the gym or even during wet weather.In our review, we liked how great they sounded, but were disappointed by their poor A/C sync. Thankfully, this has been improved by recent software updates, but keep in mind these aren't the best option if you're mostly planning on using them to watch movies.If you're ready to make your purchase, use the link below to get your pair on Amazon. If you're not sure about your choice, check out our in-depth coverage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals to see if another product is more adapted to your needs.Buy: Amazon

If you're looking for an easy solution to keep an eye on your front door without breaking the bank, take a look at Eufy's smart doorbell. It usually sells for about $160, but you can snatch it for just $100 on Amazon this Black Friday.

A Chromecast is an excellent way to make your TV smarter, but you can achieve ultimate comfort by controlling it using your voice. The best option to do so is to use Google Assistant, ideally through a smart speaker like the Home Mini. When bought separately, these devices cost about $75, but thanks to a Black Friday deal on Google's Smart TV Kit, you can snatch both devices for just $35 and get $10 of Vudu credit for free.

Anker is known for building reliable yet relatively affordable products. Its Eufy sub-brand focuses on delivering the same promise for smart-home appliances such as robot vacuums, mops, smart cameras, doorbells, light bulbs, and more. This Black Friday, you can save up to $100 on a range of robot vacuums and mops, with models as low as $180.VacuumsWhen it comes to robot vacuums, Eufy has a substantially large offering. Although not all of them are on sale this weekend, five are marked down, and you'll get to pick the one that's the most suited to your needs. Many of them have hit their lowest price ever, but some require you to apply an on-page coupon before adding them to your cart to benefit from the markdown.The 11S and 12 are amongst the slimmest models, but they don't have Wi-Fi in case you wanted to control them remotely. If connectively is important to you, go for the MAX versions, as both come with built-in Wi-Fi and high suction power. Lastly, if you'd rather prevent your robot vacuum from entering specific rooms, go for the 30 versions, as the two of them ship with boundary strips to restrict the device to a pre-set cleaning area.

If you're looking for a pair of workout buds that offer superior audio quality, you're in luck, as JBL's Free X true wireless earphones are designed for active people, and are more than 50% off this Black Friday. You can get them for $70 at B&H or $75 on Amazon, instead of their original $150 MSRP.

Thanks to the Moto Mods, it's easy to snap additional modules onto your phone and expand its capabilities. You can therefore attach an external battery, a projector, a camera, and more to your device in a breeze. If you're interested in these features, you're in luck, as the Moto Z4 just dropped to $390 on Amazon and comes with a free Moto 360 camera Mod.

Nest is the go-to brand when it comes to smart thermostats. Its products are reliable and look sleek, but they're not necessarily cheap. Thankfully, you'll be able to get one for just $140 if you're a Costco member, which is $110 less than the usual price.

Whether you're looking for earbuds, chargers, power banks, or cables, Aukey's got you covered this Black Friday. The brand's products are known for their affordability, and several of them are marked down on Amazon for Black Friday. Most of them are available for all buyers, with a handful being exclusively reserved for Prime members.AudioWith its selection of earbuds and speakers, Aukey will help you enjoy your favorite tunes without breaking the bank. Along with its most premium earbuds, Aukey is also discounting a more standard model that's down to just $18! The powerful SoundTank wireless speaker is also $15 off and selling for just $26.

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