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Hello, and welcome to the first installment of our midweek deals roundup for 2020. Now that the holiday season is behind us and the barrage of pre-Christmas sales has subsided, we're turning our attention to the latest batch of discounts that have popped up around the internet. This week, we found some great sales on the Fitbit Charge 3, wireless earbuds, charging accessories, and security cameras.
TiVo first made a name for itself in the late 90's when the company introduced a revolutionary digital video recording device that automatically saved TV shows for viewing later. Since then, TiVo has steadily dipped its toes into various products and services, like live TV via TiVo Online, TiVo Cast for streaming videos, and more. This decade, TiVo is branching out with a Sling-connected content streaming device powered by Android TV.
The latest Wi-Fi 6 standard was established to increase the efficiency of the 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrum that users have been relying on for decades. Unfortunately, as more of the devices we buy eat up precious bandwidth, these connections can still become congested and slow down like a highway during rush hour. To usher in a faster, more capable generation of high-speed data, the Wi-Fi Alliance has announced a new 6GHz spectrum dubbed Wi-Fi 6E.
Aukey already makes some pretty fast charging products for mobile devices and laptops, but last year's innovation is this year's mountain to conquer. At CES 2020, the company unveiled its next-generation power delivery charging solutions dubbed the Omnia Series. Not only are these wall adaptors smaller than their predecessors, they are more powerful, as well.
Having a good, reliable home security system is incredibly important. Not only does it give you the power to monitor your house and yard for any unwanted guests, a great camera can even play a part in saving your life. Right now, you can pick up an Arlo Ultra indoor/outdoor security camera from Amazon for only 9.99, which is $67.92 off its most recent sale price.When we reviewed the Arlo Ultra last spring, we loved its lasting battery life, 4K video, and integrated spotlight. Actually, the biggest letdown was the expensive price tag, which was $400 at the time. So at less than half of that original figure, this deal is a steal! The Arlo Ultra features Alexa support, 4K and HDR recording capabilities, and enhanced night vision. Keep in mind that in order for the Arlo Ultra camera to work, you need to also have an Arlo SmartHub.
There was once a time when the G series represented the best hardware LG had to offer. However, as the company struggles to turn a profit in the smartphone market, the former Nexus partner has fallen far from the warm embrace of relevancy. Proof positive: these 360-degree renders of the upcoming LG G9 show a device that's in desperate need of revitalization.
Smart lighting startup Nanoleaf burst onto the scene in 2013 with a mission to create environmentally conscious smart lighting solutions. Although its first Kickstarter-backed product was an ultra-efficient LED lightbulb called the Nanoleaf One, it was the Aurora (triangular) and Canvas (square) wall-mounted lights that really made the company stand out. This year, Nanoleaf has announced plans to finally let users mix and match their favorite shapes to create unique LED designs.
There's a certain thrill we feel when a photo of an unreleased device slides across our desks. It's new, mysterious, exciting — but hardware is only one half of the user experience. Some of the best leaks over the last decade have been known to hide in plain sight, right within developer code. We now have new details regarding the Galaxy S11's camera features, plus info on the Galaxy Fold 2's charging speed.
Whether you're tired of fumbling with wires to charge your favorite smartphone, or you've already converted to wireless power and you're in need of more charging pads, you're going to want to take a look at this affordable option from Anker. Available now through the end of this month, Amazon Prime members can snatch up an Anker PowerPort Wireless 5 Pad for just .99 ( off) with promo code.Anker PowerPort Wireless 5 Pad features 5W charging speeds, overvoltage protection, and it's compatible with rubber, plastic, and TPU phone cases that are less than 5mm thick. This is a Qi-certified wireless charging pad, so it will work with most Android phones, as well as iPhones 8 and later. If you'd like to pick up a fast-charging pad, Anker also has you covered with the 10W PowerWave Pad, on sale now for .99 ( off), no coupons required.
There are a lot of things to love about the Galaxy Note9, including its beautiful display, outstanding battery life, and more RAM than you could possibly overcome while blitzing through daily tasks. In many ways, it's an even better device than the newest Notes on the market, and now it can be yours for the cheapest price we've seen so far on Amazon. For a limited time, you can pick up a 512GB Galaxy Note9 for only 5.83 (.16 off).This Galaxy Note9 is factory unlocked and will work on both GSM and CDMA networks. It features a huge 6.4" screen that we once called "the best display on any smartphone," a reliable 4,000mAh battery, and the all-powerful S Pen with off-screen gesture support. The Note9 comes in Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, and Lavender, but you'll only find the best price on the blue model.
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For all the mixed press Stadia has received since launch in November, the cloud gaming service shows a ton of promise. But the real trial of Google's gaming chops will come when the free Base tier rolls out in 2020. To help the paid Pro side stand out, Google is adding two more free games to the list of perks: Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration and Thumper.
As you embark on a brand new decade of self-empowerment, there's never been a better time to turn over a new leaf in favor of a happier, healthier you. For many people around the globe, smoking cigarettes or puffing on vape pens is still a very real hurdle that must conquered, but there is a way out. QuitNow! can help keep you motivated and focused to finally kick your smoking or vaping habit for good.
Most of us aren't likely to get the chance to fly to outer space, much less walk on a planet that isn't Earth, but that hasn't stopped Google from helping us reach the stars from our smart devices. When Google introduced a space exploration feature to Maps in 2017, we all got to see our solar system in ways that simply weren't possible before. This week, a Redditor found that Google has added a fun hyperdrive animation that makes it feel like you're really being teleported to a new planet.
Smart speakers have many benefits that make life a little more enjoyable. They can answer random questions about current events, surface information about your day, and some can even be great home stereo systems. Today, you can have all of these things when you pick up a brand new JBL Link 300 smart speaker for only .95 at JBL's website.
The New Year is coming in fast, and along with it will be resolutions to get fit for the next decade. Whether you already lead an active lifestyle or you're just embarking on your exercise journey, having a bit of your favorite music on tap can motivate you to reach your goals. Right now, these Zolo Liberty true wireless earbuds are only .99 ( off) at Amazon when you apply the on-screen coupon.The Zolo Liberty earbuds feature graphene-coated drivers for clear sound while listening to music or taking hands-free phone calls. Battery life is estimated at 3.5 hours of playback on a single charge, plus you'll glean an additional 24 hours of juice from the included charging case. These Zolo Liberty earbuds are also IPX5 sweatproof, making them a worthy companion for running, jogging, or putting in time at the gym.
With Samsung's next flagship smartphone event possibly taking place in February, details around the upcoming Galaxy S11 and S11+ have been plentiful. While there's a lot we're looking forward to from the S11, early renders revealed a pretty derpy-looking quintet camera system that dared to toss the symmetrical design handbook out the window. Thanks to prolific leaker OnLeaks, we now have new information on how that camera system may actually look, plus an interesting omission that changes what we've previously reported about the S11/S11+.
Just last month, Samsung revealed its One UI 2.0 roadmap that outlined plans to push Android 10 to flagship Galaxy devices from the past two years, most notably the S10, Note10, S9, and Note9 series. With this year quickly coming to a close, Samsung has ramped up efforts to finalize One UI 2.0 for its January 2020 launch. Just one week after beta 3 dropped for the Galaxy S9/S9+, the fourth Android 10 beta for these devices is now available in India and the UK.
Over the years, Google has slowly fleshed out its Pixel laptop lineup to meet a variety of form factors, most notably the 2-in-1 Pixelbook and the new clamshell Pixelbook Go. Then there's the Pixel Slate, Google's only tablet-first Chrome OS experience that can also be paired up with a keyboard. Right now, you can pick up a brand new Pixel Slate for 0 off Core m3 ($449), Core i5 ($649), and Core i7 ($1,249) models and receive a free Pixel Slate keyboard and Pixelbook pen ($298 value).
If you've been using ToTok on any of your devices, you should consider uninstalling it immediately. The new messaging platform that was one of the most downloaded apps last week was swiftly removed from the Google Play Store (and Apple's App Store) before the end of Friday. The abrupt decision came after American officials declared the service was actually spyware backed by the United Arab Emirates government.
One of the great things about being an Android user is that there are plenty of good smartwatch options to match any style and preference. If you want the best Wear OS watch on the market, though, there is only one that we'd recommend above all the rest. For a limited time, you can pick up a brand new Fossil Gen 5 smartwatch for only 2 (3 off) at Amazon.Not much has changed since the last time we featured the Gen 5 in our deals section. It's still the best Wear OS device that you can strap around your wrist, thanks in large part to 1GB of memory. It's equipped with a speaker and mic for chatting with Google Assistant or fielding phone calls. A range of smart battery modes promise to keep your watch powered up for days at a time, and when you're in need of a charge, the included rapid charger can top off the battery to 80% in just one hour.