theverge--2020-11-30--The best Cyber Monday deals on wireless earbuds

During Cyber Monday this year , you can expect to find many of the best wireless earbuds on sale for their lowest prices yet .
Apple ’ s AirPods Pro , Samsung ’ s Galaxy Buds Plus , and other popular models from Jabra , Sony , 1More , and more companies have never been more affordable .
If you haven ’ t yet treated yourself to a set of truly wireless earbuds that connect via Bluetooth , prepare to never look back to using wired earbuds .
We have collected deals across multiple retailers below , and they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asking price .
As new deals become available or go out of stock , we ’ ll update this post .
If you ’ re looking for even more Cyber Monday deals , be sure to check out our continuously updated roundup with all of the best offers .
Apple ’ s AirPods Pro , pictured above , have seen some of the best sales for Cyber Monday .
Amazon and Walmart have both sold out of their doorbuster AirPods deals , but both Best Buy and B & H Photo have marked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ savings of $ 50 off the regular price .
For a simpler , less expensive set of AirPods that lack the Pro ’ s active noise cancellation and snug fit , the standard model is down to $ 119 ( normally $ 159 ) at Amazon , Best Buy , and other retailers .
It includes a wired charging case .
If you want AirPods that include a case that charges wirelessly via a wireless charger , that model is $ 140 now ( usually $ 199 ) at Amazon and $ 150 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ itself isn ’ t honoring the big discounts on AirPods this holiday , but it will give you a $ 25 gift card and the option for free engraving if you buy some through its online store between November 27th and November 30th .
Sony ’ s flagship true wireless earbuds , the WF-1000XM3 , have been discounted a lot this fall , but not as much as Walmart is selling them for right now .
You can get them for just $ 152 , a new low and an excellent price for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earbuds usually cost $ 130 , but they ’ re down to $ 68 at a few retailers , including Amazon , Best Buy , and more .
These are a solid pick if you ’ re looking for a snug fit and better sound quality than you might expect for this price range .
Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus for $ 100 , down from their usual $ 150 , while the bean-shaped Galaxy Buds Live for $ 130 in black or white ( usually $ 170 ) .
For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds to $ 110 , which is $ 20 below their Black Friday sale price .
Jabra is offering a great deal on its previous-generation Elite 65t wireless earbuds .
Normally around $ 100 ( though , they ’ re commonly available for less ) , you can pick up a set at Best Buy or Amazon for $ 70 .
If you want features like noise cancellation , better sound quality , and a charging case that supports USB-C ( unlike the Elite 65t ’ s Micro USB @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Elite 75t , their successor .
Normally $ 180 , they ’ re down to $ 140 .
Best Buy says it will discount the Elite 75t further by $ 10 on Thursday , November 26th , so your final cost then will be $ 130 before tax .
1More ’ s ColorBuds are down to $ 80 from $ 100 at the company ’ s site and Amazon for Black Friday .
For the money , these offer some colorful style and crisp sound quality .
They deliver up to six hour @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 22 hours provided by the charging case .
To get the $ 80 price at Amazon , you ’ ll need to clip the coupon on the product page to knock $ 20 off the cost .
Anker ’ s Soundcore Liberty Air 2 normally cost $ 100 , but they ’ re $ 70 right now at Amazon .
In our roundup of the best budget-friendly wireless earbuds , my colleague Chris Welch said these have better microphones for voice calls than any other model he tested in this price range @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 59 through the OnePlus site and from Amazon and B & H Photo .
They usually cost $ 79 .
The OnePlus Buds Z usually get our recommendation since they are just $ 50 , but for this deal , the standard Buds have larger drivers and a slightly more fashionable carrying case .
Amazon ’ s debut wireless earbuds , the Echo Buds , are back down to their lowest price at Amazon .
Normally $ 130 , you can snag a set for $ 80 .
For this price , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they feature Bose noise reduction technology and can now track your workouts .


theverge--2020-11-30--Apple fined €10M by Italian watchdog over iPhone waterproofing claims

The Italian Competition Authority , Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato or AGCM , has fined Apple €10 million ( around $ 12 million ) for making misleading claims about the waterproofing of its iPhones , Reuters reports .
Affected iPhone models go back to 2017 ’ s iPhone 8 and 8 Plus .
In a press release , the AGCM criticized Apple for not being clear enough about its water resistance claims .
It said that claims about iPhones being water resistant for up to 30 minutes at depths of up to four meters only apply in certain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ water .
The regulator also criticized Apple ’ s disclaimer that said water damage is not covered as part of the iPhone ’ s warranty , despite marketing the phones ’ water resistance .
This latest fine comes a little over two years after the Italian regulator fined Apple alongside Samsung for throttling older devices with software updates .
Apple was fined a total of €10 million for a pair of violations , including not giving its customers enough information about their devices ’ batteries , as well as throttling the performance of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ US , “ batterygate ” eventually led to Apple agreeing to a pair of settlements totaling hundreds of millions of dollars .

The Italian Competition Authority, Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato or AGCM, has fined Apple €10 million (around $12 million) for making misleading claims about the waterproofing of its iPhones, Reuters reports. Affected iPhone models go back to 2017’s iPhone 8 and 8 Plus.
In a press release, the AGCM criticized Apple for not being clear enough about its water resistance claims. It said that claims about iPhones being water resistant for up to 30 minutes at depths of up to four meters only apply in certain circumstances like controlled lab tests with pure water. The regulator also criticized Apple’s disclaimer that said water damage is not covered as part of the iPhone’s warranty, despite marketing the phones’ water resistance.


theverge--2020-11-30--Here are the best Cyber Monday deals happening at Best Buy

Best Buy was one of the first retailers to launch Black Friday deals — all the way back in mid-October to go up against Amazon Prime Day .
Now that Cyber Monday is essentially here , Best Buy is back with a bunch of great sales that you can take advantage of .
And , you can do all of your shopping online .
Below , you ’ ll find the best deals currently happening at Best Buy .
If you want to find out what ’ s happening at other retailers , check out our other Black Friday and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come out , we ’ ll add those to the top so you can see them easily .
• You don ’ t often see iPads on sale , even on Cyber Monday , but Best Buy has the latest model of the iPad mini with WiFi and 64GB for $ 300 , which is $ 100 off its usual $ 400 .
• If you ’ ve seen the great Google Pixel 5 offer at Best Buy , today ’ s update is that the “ sorta sage ” colorway is back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can activate it with a one-time payment for $ 500 on Verizon ’ s service ( it ’ s locked to the carrier for 60 days , after which you can use it with other carriers if you choose to ) .
Alternatively , you can pay $ 20.83 monthly , which totals to the same $ 500 cost .
Dell ’ s 15-inch G5 15 SE gaming laptop with AMD ’ s Ryzen 7 4800H processor , the Radeon RX 5600M graphics chip , 8GB of RAM , a 512GB SSD @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 850 , down from $ 1,050 .
This is a capable machine for the price .
• LG ’ s huge 86-inch UN8500 4K LED TV is $ 1,450 with a My Best Buy account .
Without being signed in , it ’ s $ 1,500 .
Normally , this model sells for $ 1,900 .
• Alternatively , if you ’ re on a budget , Toshiba ’ s 50-inch 4K TV with Fire TV software built in costs just $ 260 , down from $ 380 .
• Sonos ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 400 ) .
We ’ ve seen this deal before , but it ’ s been a little while since the last time it hit .
To sweeten the deal compared to what other retailers are offering , Best Buy includes a $ 10 gift card .
• If you want a Sonos Sub wireless subwoofer to go with it , those are $ 600 ( usually $ 700 ) .
• The affordable Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite is down to $ 18 ( usually $ 30 ) • The Amazon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 4K HDR support is $ 30 ( usually $ 50 ) • Roku ’ s Streaming Stick Plus with 4K support and quick-launch buttons for Disney Plus , Hulu , Sling , and Netflix is $ 30 ( usually $ 50 ) • The Roku Ultra streaming device with 4K and Dolby Vision support is $ 70 ( usually $ 100 ) with AMD ’ s Ryzen 9 4900HS processor , Nvidia ’ s RTX 2060 Max-Q graphics chip , 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD is $ 1,200 at Best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1,450 price .
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite e-reader is 35 percent off its usual price at Best Buy .
Normally $ 130 , you can get the ad-supported version with 8GB for $ 85 — matching its lowest price yet .
• Best Buy is offering 10 percent off of digital gaming gift cards for Xbox and Nintendo , helping you save on games .
• Star Wars : Squadrons for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 25 ( usually $ 40 ) • You can pick up one of Microsoft ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ X / S consoles for $ 20 off ( normally $ 60 , or $ 65 for the bold blue controller ) .
They also work on the Xbox One and PC , and Apple says it ’ s working to bring compatibility for it soon to iOS .
• The Last of Us Part II for PS4 is $ 30 ( usually $ 60 ) • Watch Dogs : Legion for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 30 ( usually $ 60 ) • Persona 5 Royal for PS4 is $ 20 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ PS4 is $ 30 ( usually $ 60 ) • Sekiro : Shadows Die Twice Game of the Year Edition for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 25 ( usually $ 60 ) • for PS4 is $ 25 ( usually $ 60 ) • Marvel ’ s Avengers for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 30 ( usually $ 60 ) • for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 15 ( usually $ 40 ) • Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS4 and Xbox One is $ 20 ( usually $ 60 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Chromecast Ultra streaming device is $ 75 ( usually $ 100 ) • The Witcher 3 : Wild Hunt Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch is $ 40 ( usually $ 60 ) .
This version of the game for Switch rarely sees a discount .
• for Nintendo Switch is $ 35 ( usually $ 60 ) .
A digital code is available for $ 5 more .
• ( physical copy ) for Nintendo Switch is $ 35 ( usually $ 60 ) .
A digital code is available instead for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ copy ) for Nintendo Switch is $ 35 ( usually $ 60 ) .
You can get a digital copy for $ 5 more .
• Best Buy is selling a 400GB SanDisk microSD card specifically labeled for the Nintendo Switch for $ 60 .
This isn ’ t the lowest price we ’ ve ever seen , but it beats the current price elsewhere .
• If you ’ re looking to upgrade your phone on Verizon , Best Buy is offering the best deal we ’ ve seen yet on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , you can activate it with a one-time payment for $ 500 on Verizon ’ s service ( it ’ s locked to the carrier for 60 days , after which you can use it with other carriers if you choose to ) .
Alternatively , you can pay $ 20.83 monthly , which totals to the same $ 500 cost .
As of Sunday morning , Best Buy has restocked the “ sorta sage ” colorway pictured above .
• The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is $ 549 ( $ 500 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ costs $ 699 , and before this , it hadn ’ t dropped in price lower than $ 600 .
• Fitbit ’ s high-end Sense smartwatch that can detect your skin ’ s temperature , perform an EKG , and more is $ 280 ( usually $ 330 ) • Fitbit ’ s Versa 3 smartwatch with built-in GPS is $ 30 off , down to $ 200 • The Fitbit Inspire 2 fitness tracker is $ 70 ( usually $ 100 ) • The Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless , noise-canceling headphones are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 72 price cut that we ’ ve seen a few times this autumn season already .
• Jabra ’ s Elite 65t wireless earbuds are down to $ 70 ( usually around $ 100 ) • Beats Powerbeats Pro wireless earbuds in the moss green , lava red , or spring yellow colors cost $ 160 ( down from their $ 250 asking price ) • Logitech ’ s white -colored G733 wireless PC gaming headset that also works with PlayStation and Nintendo Switch consoles is $ 120 ( normally $ 130 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mesh routers are steeply discounted , starting with the single unit that ’ s $ 139 instead of $ 169 • You ’ ll save even more if you buy two Google Nest Wifi routers , priced together for $ 219 ( usually $ 299 ) • The new Eero 6 dual-band mesh Wi-Fi router is $ 103 ( usually $ 130 ) • If you want a two-pack of the dual-band Eero Pro 6 mesh Wi-Fi routers , it ’ ll cost $ 159 ( usually $ 200 ) • The most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes in this three-pack that costs $ 175 , down from $ 250 • Netgear ’ s two-pack of Orbi Wi-Fi 6 routers are $ 350 for My Best Buy members , $ 380 without signing in ( usually $ 450 ) You should know that most of these deals below , except for the price cuts on the Google Home and Nest Hub products , are available on Amazon as well .
That ’ s a general rule of thumb for Amazon-made devices : they ’ re generally available at Best Buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • The latest Amazon Echo smart speaker that has a spherical design and better sound than the previous generation is $ 70 ( usually $ 100 ) • The smaller Echo Dot that has the same design as the more expensive Echo is just $ 29 ( usually $ 50 ) • If you want two Dots ( two is better than one , right ? )
you can get a a two-pack of new Echo Dots for $ 50 , so two for the usual price of one .
• If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ digital clock embedded in the fabric , that one costs $ 39 .
It ’ s normally $ 60 .
• The new ( and adorable ) Kids Edition Echo Dot with the tiger design is $ 39 .
It normally costs $ 60 • The Echo Studio , the best-sounding Echo speaker , is down to $ 160 ( usually $ 200 ) • Best Buy still has stock of the big Google Home Max smart speaker for $ 150 .
This speaker usually retails for $ 300 outside of a sale @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bluetooth-enabled smart speaker is $ 300 ( usually $ 400 ) • Marshall ’ s Emberton Bluetooth speaker usually costs $ 150 , but it ’ s down to $ 100 • Ultimate Ears ’ WonderBoom 2 Bluetooth speaker in the colors Deep Space , Bermuda Blue , or Radical Red is $ 50 , down from $ 100 It ’ s the same deal here concerning Best Buy matching Amazon ’ s prices , as maybe you ’ ve seen above with smart speakers and Eero mesh Wi-Fi routers , and below @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display with a camera is down to $ 45 ( usually $ 90 ) .
This matches the best price debuted during Prime Day 2020 .
• The slightly larger Echo Show 8 with a bigger screen and more powerful speakers is $ 65 ( usually $ 130 ) • Facebook ’ s Portal TV brings video chatting through Facebook to your TV for $ 130 ( usually $ 150 ) • The Facebook Portal 10-inch display is $ 130 , dropping in price from $ 180 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Amazon smart displays mentioned above , but this one definitely looks more like a picture frame .
• The Facebook Portal Mini is a smaller version that costs $ 65 ( usually $ 130 ) • The Facebook Portal Plus is $ 230 ( usually $ 280 ) .
This smart display can pan and zoom to follow you around if you move during a video call .
• Google ’ s Nest Hub with a seven-inch screen ( but no camera ) is $ 50 ( normally $ 90 ) • The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smart display that does feature a camera , is $ 180 ( usually $ 230 ) • Ring ’ s Video Doorbell 3 Plus , which offers four-second video previews of alerts , is $ 160 instead of $ 230 • Ring ’ s Stick Up Cam is $ 80 ( usually $ 100 ) .
It ’ s available in white or black , and comes with a free 3rd generation Echo Dot .
• The battery-operated Ring Spotlight Cam is $ 150 ( usually $ 200 ) .
It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Cyber Monday is over and most of these deals have expired, but we’ve rounded up the best deals still available here.
Best Buy was one of the first retailers to launch Black Friday deals — all the way back in mid-October to go up against Amazon Prime Day. Now that Cyber Monday is here, Best Buy is back with a bunch of great sales that you can take advantage of. And, you can do all of your shopping online.
Below, you’ll find the best deals currently happening at Best Buy. If you want to find out what’s happening at other retailers, check out our other Black Friday and Cyber Monday coverage. As new deals come out, we’ll add those to the top so you can see them easily.
Latest deals
The latest August Wi-Fi smart lock is $40 off at Best Buy and includes a free Lenovo Smart Clock Essential. Your total checkout cost will be $210 (plus tax).
Jabra’s Elite 75t wireless earbuds are $119 in black. The previous best price was $130.
TVs and home entertainment deals
The Sonos Beam soundbar is available in white or black. Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
Sonos’ Beam soundbar is $300 (usually $400). We’ve seen this deal before, but it’s been a little while since the last time it hit. To sweeten the deal compared to what other retailers are offering, Best Buy includes a $10 gift card.
If you want a Sonos Sub wireless subwoofer to go with it, those are $600 (usually $700).
Streaming device deals
Nvidia’s cylindrical Shield TV from 2019. Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge
Tablets and laptops
You don’t often see iPads on sale, even on Cyber Monday, but Best Buy has the latest model of the iPad mini with WiFi and 64GB for $300, which is $100 off its usual $400.
iPad Mini (2019, 64GB, Wi-Fi) $ 339 $ 399 15 % off $ 339 $ 339 $ 399 15 % off The 2019 iPad Mini features the same 7.9-inch display as its predecessors, but it includes an A12 Bionic processor, the same one used in the iPhone XS and iPhone XR generation. $339 at Apple
The Dell G5 15 SE playing Valorant Photo by Cameron Faulkner / The Verge
Dell’s 15-inch G5 15 SE gaming laptop with AMD’s Ryzen 7 4800H processor, the Radeon RX 5600M graphics chip, 8GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a 144Hz refresh rate display costs $850, down from $1,050. This is a capable machine for the price.
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite e-reader is 35 percent off its usual price at Best Buy. Normally $130, you can get the ad-supported version with 8GB for $85 — matching its lowest price yet.
Related The best Cyber Monday deals happening now
Gaming deals
Phone deals
The Pixel 5 in the “sorta sage” colorway. Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge
If you’re looking to upgrade your phone on Verizon, Best Buy is offering the best deal we’ve seen yet on the Google Pixel 5. Normally $700, you can activate it with a one-time payment for $500 on Verizon’s service (it’s locked to the carrier for 60 days, after which you can use it with other carriers if you choose to). Alternatively, you can pay $20.83 monthly, which totals to the same $500 cost. As of Sunday morning, Best Buy has restocked the “sorta sage” colorway pictured above.
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is $549 ($500 with activation). This phone usually costs $699, and before this, it hadn’t dropped in price lower than $600.
Related The best Cyber Monday phone deals
Smartwatches and fitness tracker deals
Headphones and headset deals
Mesh Wi-Fi router deals
Google’s Nest Wifi mesh routers are steeply discounted, starting with the single unit that’s $139 instead of $169
You’ll save even more if you buy two Google Nest Wifi routers, priced together for $219 (usually $299)
The Eero Pro 6 is bigger than the standard Eero 6. Image: Amazon
Bluetooth and smart speaker deals
The new Echo speaker looks like a ball. Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge
You should know that most of these deals below, except for the price cuts on the Google Home and Nest Hub products, are available on Amazon as well. That’s a general rule of thumb for Amazon-made devices: they’re generally available at Best Buy and usually for the same price.
Smart display deals
The Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8 have the same features. It’s just the size of the display that differs. Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge
It’s the same deal here concerning Best Buy matching Amazon’s prices, as maybe you’ve seen above with smart speakers and Eero mesh Wi-Fi routers, and below with the smart home devices.
The Nest Hub (left) next to the Nest Hub Max. Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge
Google’s Nest Hub with a seven-inch screen (but no camera) is $50 (normally $90)
The Google Nest Hub Max, a larger smart display that does feature a camera, is $180 (usually $230)
Smart home deals
This is the Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus. Image: Ring


theverge--2020-11-30--The best Cyber Monday deals on tech

The best Cyber Monday deals on tech

Cyber Monday is here .
It ’ s the last big shopping opportunity of 2020 , and if you didn ’ t already take advantage of some deals that debuted over the weekend , now ’ s your chance .
Every retailer has debuted at least a few new deals earlier than ever , and we ’ re focused on adding them here — in addition to the great Black Friday deals you can still get .
As you ’ re expecting , there are some great deals on gaming laptops , wireless noise-canceling headphones , earbuds , tablets , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be doing our best to keep this post updated during Cyber Monday , and stay tuned throughout Cyber Week as we give you as many chances as possible to get everything on your holiday wish list .
We ’ ve put the latest deals right at the top for easy viewing .
At Best Buy , a two-pack of the latest generation of Amazon Echo Dot smart speakers costs $ 50 .
They debuted last month for $ 50 each , and more recently they ’ ve sold for $ 29 during Black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another few dollars .
Samsung ’ s Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds are just $ 110 at Woot , which is $ 20 lower than the Cyber Monday pricing available at other retailers .
• Sony ’ s WH-XB900N noise-canceling headphones are $ 118 at Amazon , which is just $ 5 below the Black Friday price of $ 123 .
Still , it ’ s a great deal on affordable wireless headphones that can block out some sound • The all-black HyperX Cloud Alpha S wired gaming headset is $ 100 at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 130 price .
• Samsung ’ s Galaxy A51 unlocked phone with 128GB of storage and compatibility with any GSM or CDMA carrier is $ 285 at Amazon ( usually $ 325 ) • The Galaxy S20 ( unlocked with 128GB of storage ) is $ 750 at Amazon , down from its regular $ 800 price • Google ’ s Pixel 3A XL with 64GB of storage is $ 300 at Amazon , down from its usual $ 360 price .
• Sony has discounted its Xperia 1 phone with a 4K @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It regularly sells for $ 600 .
• Sabrent ’ s 2TB NVMe M.2 SSD is $ 187 at Amazon .
It usually costs $ 250 • The company also makes a faster 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD that ’ s PCIe 4.0-ready for $ 150 at Amazon during Cyber Monday .
It usually costs $ 200 .
For a 2TB option , you can get Sabrent ’ s model for just $ 240 ( usually $ 320 ) The best Cyber Monday deals on headphones Whether you ’ re in the market @ @ @ @ @ @ @ noise-canceling headphones ( or both ! )
, Cyber Monday is delivering the goods with the best deals we ’ ve seen yet for models like the Apple AirPods , Samsung ’ s Galaxy Buds Plus and Buds Live , the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones , and many more .
• Sony ’ s WH-XB900N noise-canceling headphones are $ 118 at Amazon and Best Buy ( usually $ 248 ) • Even more affordable yet , the Sony WH-CH710N noise-canceling headphones are just $ 88 at Amazon and Best Buy ( usually $ 200 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ headphones are $ 350 at Amazon and Best Buy , knocking $ 50 off the normal price • Shure ’ s Aonic 50 noise-canceling headphones are $ 300 at Amazon and Best Buy — a whole $ 100 off their usual price • Beats Powerbeats Pro in the lava red and spring yellow colors are $ 160 , down from their usual $ 200 asking price at Amazon .
Best Buy is matching this deal for the moss color , as well as the spring yellow and lava red colors .
• Jabra @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a great starter set of wireless earbuds , and they ’ re pretty cheap at Amazon and Best Buy .
Normally $ 120 , they ’ re $ 70 .
Apple ’ s AirPods with a wireless charging case costs $ 140 , which is officially the lowest price .
These have been selling for $ 150 throughout Black Friday , but this early Cyber Monday deal is live now at Amazon .
• For $ 10 more , you can snag a set of Amazon Echo Buds , which also sound good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They cost $ 80 , down from $ 130 , and you ’ ll get a six-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited .
The Galaxy Buds Plus dropped another $ 10 at Amazon , down to $ 100 from their original $ 150 price .
Other retailers are holding steady at $ 110 , at least for now .
• Also at $ 80 are 1More ’ s ColorBuds , a solid set of wireless earbuds that pop with color .
These are normally $ 100 , and you can get this deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on TVs Several TV models are discounted for Cyber Monday , but only a few of them are likely worth your money .
We ’ ve plucked a few particularly good deals out from the bunch .
There are very affordable TVs that have Amazon ’ s Fire TV software built-in , as well as more high-end options like QLED and OLED TVs that are best paired with a PS5 and Xbox Series X for gaming ( or just if you want the best picture quality and contrast for TV shows and movies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found deals on big-screened TVs that are cheaper than ever .
The best Cyber Monday deals on laptops Laptops are always useful , but they ’ re especially handy to have amid the pandemic .
Whether you ’ re planning to use one for school , work , or just to have fun browsing or gaming , we ’ ve selected some standout laptop deals .
• HP ’ s Envy x360 13 2-in-1 is $ 750 at Best Buy ( usually $ 1,000 ) The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 14-inch gaming laptop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ processor , Nvidia ’ s RTX 2060 Max-Q graphics chip , 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD is $ 1,200 at Best Buy , down from its usual $ 1,450 price .
• The Gigabyte Aorus 5 gaming laptop with a six-core Intel Core i7 processor , the RTX 2060 , and 16GB of RAM is $ 1,050 with a rebate card at Newegg ( usually $ 1,300 ) • Lenovo ’ s 17-inch Legion 5 gaming laptop with a six-core Intel Core i7 processor , the RTX 2060 , and 16GB @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( normally $ 1,400 ) Dell ’ s 15-inch G5 15 SE gaming laptop with AMD ’ s Ryzen 7 4800H processor , the Radeon RX 5600M graphics chip , 8GB of RAM , a 512GB SSD and a 144Hz refresh rate display costs $ 850 , down from $ 1,050 .
This is a capable machine for the price .
• The Acer Aspire 5 is a solid budget laptop with an 11th Gen Core i5-1135G7 processor , 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD .
It costs $ 550 at Newegg @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best Cyber Monday deals on smartwatches & wearables If you ’ re looking to get a fitness tracker , or a smartwatch to funnel notifications to your wrist , Cyber Monda is serving up some deals you ’ ll probably take interest in .
The latest models from Fitbit and Apple are present here , and you ’ ll find those below .
The Apple Watch SE was already somewhat affordable at $ 279 , but it ’ s even cheaper at Target .
It ’ s $ 50 off , letting you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 230 or the larger 44mm Watch for $ 259 at Target .
Each size looks similar to the more expensive Series 6 but lacks the always-on display and a few other features .
The Apple Watch Series 6 is also cheaper than usual at Amazon and Walmart .
Normally $ 400 for the 40mm GPS model , it ’ s down to $ 330 — but there ’ s a catch .
You must buy this model in either red at Amazon .
The best Cyber Monday deals on smart speakers For Black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s latest batch of ball-shaped Echo smart speakers , including the fourth-generation Echo and Echo Dots , are cheaper than ever .
These feature better sound performance than the previous iteration .
• If you want the new spherical Echo Dot with a digital clock embedded in the fabric , that one costs $ 39 .
It ’ s normally $ 60 .
Stock seems to be running low for this model , as it ’ s currently set to restock in late January .
• The new ( and adorable ) Kids @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It normally costs $ 60 .
Google ’ s latest Nest Audio speakers are available as a duo for $ 170 , knocking $ 20 off the usual price for buying two together .
These can be paired for a stereo arrangement for music and podcasts , and at some point , you ’ ll be able to use them as a home theater setup with Chromecast .
• Best Buy still has stock of the big Google Home Max smart speaker for $ 150 .
This speaker usually retails for $ 300 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve been enjoying this Sonos Move deal that drops the price from $ 400 to $ 300 for the first time .
This speaker supports Bluetooth for on-the-go or outdoor listening , as well as Wi-Fi connectivity to let it give your other Sonos speakers a boost .
• These aren ’ t smart speakers , but Marshall ’ s Emberton Bluetooth speaker usually costs $ 150 , but it ’ s down to $ 100 at Best Buy • Ultimate Ears ’ WonderBoom 2 Bluetooth speaker is $ 50 , down from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The best Cyber Monday deals on smart displays If someone close to you , be it a friend or family member , is into video chatting via Facebook , a Facebook Portal device might be a good gift .
There ’ s a range of devices available for less than usual , starting at $ 65 .
If you ’ re a Prime subscriber and heavily invested in Amazon ’ s services , an Echo Show smart display might be the best choice .
You can get the Echo Show 5 for just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a camera for video chats .
It ’ s tough to beat when it comes to value .
Google ’ s Nest Hub smart displays are great if you like to watch YouTube , or have a big Google Photos library you want to show off on their screens .
The smallest Nest Hub starts at $ 50 , though only the larger Nest Hub Max can make video calls .
The best Cyber Monday deals on phones There are a handful of great deals on unlocked phones like the Google Pixel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and OnePlus 8 for Cyber Monday , and a few more that are worth exploring if you ’ re in the market to upgrade with your carrier .
In case you ’ re hoping to find iPhone discounts , Apple is offering a $ 50 gift card with the purchase of one .
Samsung ’ s Galaxy S20 Plus ( black , 128GB , unlocked ) is $ 842 at Amazon , which is a new low for the phone .
It regularly sells for $ 950 or more , depending on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ re on Verizon and don ’ t mind activating a phone on Verizon to get a deal , you can save an extra $ 150 on top of that $ 50 discount at Best Buy .
You can either opt to pay $ 500 for the Pixel 5 or $ 20.86 each month for 24 months through a Verizon device payment plan .
Taking $ 200 off the Pixel 5 ’ s regular price is great .
You ’ ll just need to keep the phone on Verizon service for 60 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the OnePlus site , you can get the standard OnePlus 8 for $ 200 off its usual price , costing $ 599 .
B & H Photo is actually offering a slightly bigger price cut of $ 230 off .
This phone shares a few similarities to the 8 Pro , like the Snapdragon 865 processor , 12GB of RAM , and 256GB of storage .
Though , it doesn ’ t have wireless charging and its camera array doesn ’ t quite stack up as favorably .
Also , it has a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the 8 Pro , and the display itself is smaller ( about 6.5 inches versus 6.8 inches ) .
Speaking of the OnePlus 8 Pro , Amazon recently knocked an extra $ 50 off the Black Friday sale price .
The Pixel 4A with 5G is $ 200 off when new customers purchase it through the Google Fi MVNO service , resulting in a $ 299 final price .
If you ’ re an existing Google Fi subscriber , you can upgrade to the 4A with 5G and get $ 150 off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 349 .
Not bad , considering that ’ s the same price as the standard Pixel 4A that doesn ’ t have 5G support .
Until December 7th , Visible ( owned by Verizon , operating on Verizon LTE ) will give you a complimentary set of AirPods Pro with the purchase of any phone in the iPhone 12 series .
The catch is that you ’ ll need to buy the phone and port your number to a new line in the same transaction .
The best Cyber Monday deals on streaming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who haven ’ t subscribed in the last three months and who haven ’ t taken advantage of last year ’ s promo ) , you can get on Hulu ’ s ad-supported streaming plan for just $ 1.99 per month for a full year .
After that , your monthly rate goes back up to $ 5.99 .
• If you subscribe to YouTube TV by December 31st , you ’ ll get a free Chromecast with Google TV .
1Password is offering an exclusive offer to readers of The Verge until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ save 50 percent each month on the cost of a family subscription ( up to five people , and not restricted to a single household ) to 1Password ’ s services , costing $ 2.50 per month for up to one year .
After that year is up , you ’ ll be charged the regular $ 5 per month rate .
The best Cyber Monday deals on sound systems It doesn ’ t cost much to get a soundbar , and thanks to Black Friday and Cyber Monday , it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This list isn ’ t exhaustive , but we ’ ve picked out a few soundbar models that we like , and ones that are cheaper than usual .
The best Cyber Monday deals on streaming devices Unless you own a smart TV or a modern gaming console , you ’ ll probably want a streaming device to bring all of your favorite TV shows and movies to your television .
Thankfully , you have plenty to choose between , and many options are discounted for Black Friday and Cyber Monday .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ with 4K support and quick-launch buttons for Disney Plus , Hulu , Sling , and Netflix is $ 30 ( usually $ 50 ) • The Roku Ultra streaming device with 4K and Dolby Vision support is $ 70 ( usually $ 100 ) The best Cyber Monday deals on tablets & e-readers Tablets are also worth considering if you need a tool for school , leisure , or to unwind on .
From Amazon ’ s very affordable Fire tablets to the mid-range and high-end iPad models , we ’ ve included @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as accessories to help you get the most out of your purchase .
Also , if you like to read and are interested in great Kindle e-reader deals , you ’ ll find those below as well .
• The Kids Edition Fire HD 10 is $ 130 instead of $ 200 .
This version includes the tablet , a tough case , a year ’ s worth of the FreeTime Unlimited subscription , and a two-year replacement guarantee if it breaks .
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite , a 10.4-inch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ costs $ 250 ( usually $ 350 ) and includes a free $ 30 gift card with purchase • Brydge ’ s Pro Plus keyboard with a trackpad built-in for the 11-inch iPad Pro ( 2018 or 2020 versions ) is $ 140 , down from its usual $ 160 price .
The 12.9-inch version is back in stock at Amazon , costing $ 160 in stead of $ 180 .
• If you don ’ t need a trackpad with your keyboard , the Brydge Pro for 12.9-inch iPad Pro models costs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The 11-inch version is the same price .
• The Brydge keyboard made for 10.5-inch iPads , including the seventh and eight generation iPad , the previous-generation iPad Air and iPad Pro models , is $ 70 off .
You can snag one for $ 60 .
• If you have the Surface Pro 7 or any model going back to the Surface Pro 4 , Brydge ’ s Pro Plus 12.3-inch keyboard with a trackpad is $ 30 off its usual price , totaling $ 120 .
• The Brydge Go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , is $ 100 ( $ 40 off ) While there are no PS5 or Xbox Series X/S deals to speak of , that doesn ’ t mean there aren ’ t other great price cuts .
In fact , for the Nintendo Switch you ’ ll find the best prices yet on first-party games and accessories .
Plus , new releases for the Xbox One and PS4 ( several of which include free next-gen upgrades ) are discounted .
• Fire Emblem : Three Houses is $ 27 at GameStop ( usually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best-ever price .
• Luigi ’ s Mansion 3 is $ 40 at Amazon , Best Buy , GameStop , and Target ( usually $ 60 ) , lower than the best-ever price .
• The Legend of Zelda : Link ’ s Awakening is $ 40 at Amazon , Best Buy , GameStop , and Target ( usually $ 60 ) , its lowest price .
• New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe is $ 35 at Best Buy and Target ( usually $ 50 ) , the lowest price ever .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Amazon , Best Buy , and Target ( usually $ 60 ) , the lowest price we ’ ve seen .
• Super Mario Maker 2 is $ 40 at Amazon , Best Buy , GameStop , and Target ( usually $ 60 ) , its lowest price .
• Yoshi ’ s Crafted World is $ 27 at GameStop ( usually $ 60 ) , the lowest price ever .
• Final Fantasy VII Remake is $ 25 at Target ( usually $ 60 ) , its lowest price .
• FIFA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ usually $ 60 ) , the lowest it ’ s been .
If you buy the PS4 version and upgrade to the PS5 , you will receive the next-gen version free of charge until FIFA 22 releases .
• Madden NFL 21 is $ 27 at GameStop , the lowest price ever .
If you buy the PS4 version and upgrade to the PS5 , you will receive the next-gen version , free of charge until Madden 22 releases .
• The Last of Us Part II is $ 30 at Amazon , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Target ( usually $ 60 ) , the lowest price ever .
• Ghost of Tsushima is $ 40 at Amazon , Best Buy , GameStop , Target , and Walmart ( usually $ 60 ) , its lowest price .
• NBA 2K21 is $ 30 ( usually $ 60 ) , the lowest price we ’ ve seen .
• Star Wars Squadrons is $ 17 at GameStop ( usually $ 40 ) , the lowest price ever .
• Watch Dogs Legion is $ 30 at Amazon , Walmart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) , its lowest price ever .
If you buy the Xbox One version and upgrade to that console ’ s successor , you will receive the next-gen version free of charge .
• Ori and the Will of the Wisps is $ 13 at Best Buy ( usually $ 30 ) , the lowest price ever .
If you own or buy an Xbox Series X / S , you will receive a free upgrade for this game via Smart Delivery .
• Gears 5 is $ 5 at Best Buy ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price ever .
If you own or buy an Xbox Series X / S , you will receive a free upgrade for this game via Smart Delivery The best Cyber Monday deals on PC tech It ’ s always a good time to make some smart upgrades to your PC .
And while that ’ s usually a costly endeavor , Cyber Monday is making some of it a little cheaper .
You ’ ll have to continue your search for an Nvidia RTX 3080 another day , but for now you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• For the first time , Brydge has discounted its W-Touch standalone trackpad for Windows 10 .
Normally $ 100 , it ’ s down to $ 70 .
• The W-Type wireless , full-sized Bluetooth keyboard is discounted by $ 20 , bringing the price down to $ 40 .
• Samsung ’ s 2TB 970 Evo Plus NVMe SSD is $ 250 at Newegg , Best Buy and Amazon , beating the lowest price by about $ 40 .
A PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSD like this will fit in only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before you buy ) .
• For an even faster M.2 drive that ’ s actually capable of delivering quicker read/write speeds for both PCIe 3.0 and motherboards with PCIe 4.0 support , Samsung ’ s 500GB 980 Pro NVMe SSD is $ 120 ( usually $ 150 ) at Amazon .
• Western Digital ’ s 1TB WD_Black SN750 NVMe M.2 SSD is down to $ 116 at Amazon , which is the lowest price yet The best Cyber Monday deals on smart home tech You can add some smarts to your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can go even deeper with tech like a smart lock for your door , a Wi-Fi-connected security cam , and an alarm kit .
This can be expensive to do , but as you probably guessed , it ’ s a lot cheaper to outfit your home with these upgrades now that Cyber Monday is here .
• If you need a security camera , the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera is discounted to $ 100 from $ 130 at Amazon .
• Ring ’ s Video Doorbell 3 Plus , which offers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 160 instead of $ 230 .
Likewise , you can add an Echo Show 5 to the order for $ 10 more .
• SimpliSafe ’ s home security systems are 50 percent off , starting at $ 114 for the most basic bundle .
Each bundle includes a free SimpliCam ( a $ 99 value ) .
The best Cyber Monday deals on mesh Wi-Fi routers One of the most practical upgrades you can make for yourself this weekend .
Get a mesh Wi-Fi system if your current router isn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or signal strength .
A multi-router system casts a wide net of connectivity , so you ’ ll experience far fewer slow or drop-out zones .
And if you have several people in your home — each using several devices to their name — there ’ s even more reason to make the upgrade .
• The new Eero 6 dual-band mesh Wi-Fi router is $ 103 ( usually $ 130 ) at Amazon and Best Buy .
• If you want a two-pack of the dual-band Eero 6 mesh Wi-Fi routers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ usually $ 200 ) at Best Buy .
• A single Eero 6 tri-band mesh Wi-Fi router costs $ 183 ( down from $ 229 ) at Best Buy .
• Google ’ s Nest Wifi mesh routers are steeply discounted , starting with the single unit that ’ s $ 135 instead of $ 169 at Amazon and $ 139 at Best Buy .
The best Cyber Monday deals on misc .
tech A number of retailers are selling the DJI Osmo Action for $ 199 , a discount of about $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Osmo Action is similar to GoPro ’ s line of action cameras , and comes with both front and rear facing screens .
• You can also get the DJI Osmo Pocket for $ 199 from B & H Photo and Adorama .
• DJI ’ s Osmo Mobile 3 smartphone gimbal is down to $ 89 from $ 139 at Amazon , a new low for this last-generation model .
• The Oculus Quest 2 with 64GB of storage is $ 300 at Newegg , which is the normal price , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gift card today .
• The DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo , including the drone , along with several accessories , is $ 589 at Wellbots when you use the offer code CART10 at checkout .
This is a tax-free purchase for US residents who live outside of NY state .
• Ninebot Segway ’ s Max electric scooter is $ 649 instead of its usual $ 800 purchase at Wellbots .
This beats a recent discount we covered by $ 50 .
To get this deal , use the offer code @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also tax-free for US residents living outside of NY state .

Cyber Monday is over, but some of the deals are still happening. We won’t be making any more updates to the post below, so if you you want to follow along with the Cyber Week developments, we’re tracking the latest deals here.
Original article follows below.
It’s the last big shopping opportunity of 2020, and if you didn’t already take advantage of some deals that debuted over the weekend, now’s your chance. Every retailer has debuted at least a few new deals earlier than ever, and we’re focused on adding them here — in addition to the great Black Friday deals you can still get. As you’re expecting, there are some great deals on gaming laptops, wireless noise-canceling headphones, earbuds, tablets, and much more.
We’ll be doing our best to keep this post updated during Cyber Monday, and stay tuned throughout Cyber Week as we give you as many chances as possible to get everything on your holiday wish list. We’ve put the latest deals right at the top for easy viewing.
Latest deals
You can still get Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds for $110 at Woot (normally $130 during Cyber Monday), but B&H Photo comes close with its new $120 price for the earbuds.
The latest August Wi-Fi smart lock is $40 off at Best Buy and includes a free Lenovo Smart Clock Essential. Your total checkout cost will be $210 (plus tax).
Jabra’s Elite 75t wireless earbuds (black) are $119 at Best Buy, which is the lowest price we’ve seen yet. All other colors are $140.
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B&H Photo is selling the very extreme 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G9 curved gaming monitor for $1,250 with an expected availability date of January 28th, 2021. It’s not quite as low as Amazon’s $1,190 deal from last week, but it’s the best currently running.
Target is selling Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Party for the Nintendo Switch together for $80. Given that each game usually costs $60, you’re saving $40 overall with this bundle. It’s lasting for the rest of Cyber Monday.
The $100 off deal on the latest MacBook Air with the M1 processor is back on at B&H Photo until the end of the day, or until stock sells out.
You can get two Amazon Echo Show 5 smart displays for $80 at Best Buy for Cyber Monday. Normally $45 each during Black Friday, this bundle will save you $10.
The best Cyber Monday deals on headphones
Whether you’re in the market for a set of wireless earbuds, noise-canceling headphones (or both!), Cyber Monday is delivering the goods with the best deals we’ve seen yet for models like the Apple AirPods, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Plus and Buds Live, the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, and many more.
Sony’s WH-XB900N noise-canceling headphones are $118 at Amazon and Best Buy (usually $248)
Even more affordable yet, the Sony WH-CH710N noise-canceling headphones are just $88 at Amazon and Best Buy (usually $200)
Bose Noise Cancelling 700 Headphones (Certified Refurbished) $ 224 $ 380 41 % off $ 224 $ 224 $ 380 41 % off Bose’s flagship over-the-ear headphones allow you to connect two devices simultaneously and have a more modern design compared to other Bose headphones. You can grab a pair of Certified Refurbished ones for $224 (before tax) with code PREZDAY20 entered at checkout. $224 at eBay
Beats Solo Pro $ 145 $ 300 52 % off $ 145 $ 145 $ 300 52 % off Our top pick for best on-ear noise-canceling headphones. The Beats Solo Pro are ideal if you need a durable pair of headphones while you work out. $145 at Woot
The Sennheiser Momentum Wireless noise-canceling headphones are $350 at Amazon and Best Buy, knocking $50 off the normal price
Shure’s Aonic 50 noise-canceling headphones are $300 at Amazon and Best Buy — a whole $100 off their usual price
Apple’s AirPods with a wireless charging case costs $140, which is officially the lowest price. These have been selling for $150 throughout Black Friday, but this early Cyber Monday deal is live now at Amazon.
You can snag a set of Amazon Echo Buds, which also sound good and have Bose noise reduction technology. They cost $80, down from $130, and you’ll get a six-month subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited.
The Galaxy Buds Plus dropped another $10 at Amazon, down to $100 from their original $150 price. Other retailers are holding steady at $110, at least for now.
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds are just $110 at Woot (normally $130 during Cyber Monday). The next best price is at B&H Photo for $120.
Also at $80 are 1More’s ColorBuds, a solid set of wireless earbuds that pop with color. These are normally $100, and you can get this deal through 1More
Related There are more Cyber Monday deals on wireless earbuds
The best Cyber Monday deals on TVs
Several TV models are discounted for Cyber Monday, but only a few of them are likely worth your money. We’ve plucked a few particularly good deals out from the bunch. There are very affordable TVs that have Amazon’s Fire TV software built-in, as well as more high-end options like QLED and OLED TVs that are best paired with a PS5 and Xbox Series X for gaming (or just if you want the best picture quality and contrast for TV shows and movies). Also, we’ve found deals on big-screened TVs that are cheaper than ever.
LG BX OLED $ 1620 $ 1800 10 % off $ 1620 $ 1620 $ 1800 10 % off The 65-inch BX Series supports 4K at 120Hz, a variable refresh rate, and has all the HDMI 2.1 features you could want in a new TV. $1620 at Best Buy (65-inch)
The best Cyber Monday deals on laptops
Laptops are always useful, but they’re especially handy to have amid the pandemic. Whether you’re planning to use one for school, work, or just to have fun browsing or gaming, we’ve selected some standout laptop deals.
HP’s Envy x360 13 2-in-1 is $750 at Best Buy (usually $1,000)
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 14-inch gaming laptop with AMD’s Ryzen 9 4900HS processor, Nvidia’s RTX 2060 Max-Q graphics chip, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD is $1,200 at Best Buy, down from its usual $1,450 price.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 gaming laptop with a six-core Intel Core i7 processor, the RTX 2060, and 16GB of RAM is $1,050 with a rebate card at Newegg (usually $1,300)
Lenovo’s 17-inch Legion 5 gaming laptop with a six-core Intel Core i7 processor, the RTX 2060, and 16GB of RAM is $1,200 at Newegg (normally $1,400)
The G5 15 SE playing Valorant Photo by Cameron Faulkner / The Verge
Dell’s 15-inch G5 15 SE gaming laptop with AMD’s Ryzen 7 4800H processor, the Radeon RX 5600M graphics chip, 8GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a 144Hz refresh rate display costs $850, down from $1,050. This is a capable machine for the price.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 $ 800 $ 1200 33 % off $ 800 $ 800 $ 1200 33 % off The Surface Pro 7 is one of the best Windows convertibles you can buy. This model includes an Intel Core i5, a 128GB SSD, and 8GB of RAM. $800 at Microsoft$850 at Target
The Acer Aspire 5 is a solid budget laptop with an 11th Gen Core i5-1135G7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. It costs $550 at Newegg, down from $650.
The best Cyber Monday deals on smartwatches & wearables
If you’re looking to get a fitness tracker, or a smartwatch to funnel notifications to your wrist, Cyber Monday is serving up some deals you’ll probably take interest in. The latest models from Fitbit and Apple are present here, and you’ll find those below.
Fitbit Sense $ 200 $ 300 33 % off $ 200 $ 200 $ 300 33 % off One of Fitbit’s more recent product releases, the Sense includes FDA clearance and allows you to track your stress levels in addition to measuring your blood oxygen levels. The watch also includes Google Assistant support. $200 at Amazon$200 at Best Buy
The Apple Watch SE was already somewhat affordable at $279, but it’s even cheaper at Target. It’s $50 off, letting you score the 40mm GPS version for $230 or the larger 44mm Watch in black for $259 at Target.
The Apple Watch Series 6 is also cheaper than usual at Amazon and Walmart. Normally $400 for the 40mm GPS model, it’s down to $330 — but there’s a catch. You must buy this model in either red at Amazon .
The best Cyber Monday deals on smart speakers
For Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Amazon’s latest batch of ball-shaped Echo smart speakers, including the fourth-generation Echo and Echo Dots, are cheaper than ever. These feature better sound performance than the previous iteration.
Sonos One (two) $ 378 $ 398 5 % off $ 378 $ 378 $ 398 5 % off The Sonos One is the base smart speaker in the Sonos system, and it puts out a surprising amount of sound from its compact size. $378 at Sonos
Sonos Five (refurbished) $ 495 $ 549 10 % off $ 495 $ 495 $ 549 10 % off The Sonos Five is a Sonos speaker with powerful sound and lots of volume. $495 at Best Buy
Photo: Dan Seifert / The Verge
Google’s latest Nest Audio speakers are available as a duo for $170, knocking $20 off the usual price for buying two together. These can be paired for a stereo arrangement for music and podcasts, and at some point, you’ll be able to use them as a home theater setup with Chromecast.
Best Buy still has stock of the big Google Home Max smart speaker for $150. This speaker usually retails for $300 outside of a sale.
We’ve been enjoying this Sonos Move deal that drops the price from $400 to $300 for the first time. This speaker supports Bluetooth for on-the-go or outdoor listening, as well as Wi-Fi connectivity to let it give your other Sonos speakers a boost.
These aren’t smart speakers, but Marshall’s Emberton Bluetooth speaker usually costs $150, but it’s down to $100 at Best Buy
Ultimate Ears’ WonderBoom 2 Bluetooth speaker is $50, down from $100 at Best Buy and Amazon
The best Cyber Monday deals on smart displays
If someone close to you, be it a friend or family member, is into video chatting via Facebook, a Facebook Portal device might be a good gift. There’s a range of devices available for less than usual, starting at $65.
If you’re a Prime subscriber and heavily invested in Amazon’s services, an Echo Show smart display might be the best choice. You can get the Echo Show 5 for just $45, and it comes equipped with a camera for video chats. It’s tough to beat when it comes to value.
Amazon Echo Show 5 (2019, first-gen) $ 40 $ 80 50 % off $ 40 $ 40 $ 80 50 % off The first-gen Echo Show 5 is more than just an alarm clock with Alexa built in. Amazon’s small smart display also features a camera that enables video chats. $40 at Amazon
Google’s Nest Hub smart displays are great if you like to watch YouTube, or have a big Google Photos library you want to show off on their screens. The smallest Nest Hub starts at $50, though only the larger Nest Hub Max can make video calls.
The best Cyber Monday deals on phones
There are a handful of great deals on unlocked phones like the Google Pixel 5, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and OnePlus 8 for Cyber Monday, and a few more that are worth exploring if you’re in the market to upgrade with your carrier. In case you’re hoping to find iPhone discounts, Apple is offering a $50 gift card with the purchase of one.
The Galaxy A51 has a big screen and a big battery
Google Pixel 5 (unlocked) $ 450 $ 699 36 % off $ 450 $ 450 $ 699 36 % off Google’s 2020 flagship phone comes in one size, with a six-inch OLED screen and 128GB of storage. $450 at Woot
If you’re on Verizon and don’t mind activating a phone on Verizon to get a deal, you can save an extra $150 on top of that $50 discount at Best Buy. You can either opt to pay $500 for the Pixel 5 or $20.86 each month for 24 months through a Verizon device payment plan. Taking $200 off the Pixel 5’s regular price is great. You’ll just need to keep the phone on Verizon service for 60 days before it becomes unlocked.
At the OnePlus site, you can get the standard OnePlus 8 for $200 off its usual price, costing $599. B&H Photo is actually offering a slightly bigger price cut of $230 off. This phone shares a few similarities to the 8 Pro, like the Snapdragon 865 processor, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Though, it doesn’t have wireless charging and its camera array doesn’t quite stack up as favorably. Also, it has a 90Hz refresh rate display compared to 120Hz on the 8 Pro, and the display itself is smaller (about 6.5 inches versus 6.8 inches).
Speaking of the OnePlus 8 Pro, Amazon recently knocked an extra $50 off the Black Friday sale price.
OnePlus 8 Pro $ 750 $ 1000 25 % off $ 750 $ 750 $ 1000 25 % off The OnePlus 8 Pro is filled to the brim with high-end features, like fast charging, a 120Hz refresh rate display, wireless charging, a fast Snapdragon 865 processor, and lots of RAM. $750 at Amazon$800 at OnePlus
The Pixel 4A with 5G is $200 off when new customers purchase it through the Google Fi MVNO service, resulting in a $299 final price. If you’re an existing Google Fi subscriber, you can upgrade to the 4A with 5G and get $150 off, knocking the price down to $349. Not bad, considering that’s the same price as the standard Pixel 4A that doesn’t have 5G support.
Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
Until December 7th, Visible (owned by Verizon, operating on Verizon LTE) will give you a complimentary set of AirPods Pro with the purchase of any phone in the iPhone 12 series. The catch is that you’ll need to buy the phone and port your number to a new line in the same transaction.
The best Cyber Monday deals on streaming services
For new and returning customers (who haven’t subscribed in the last three months and who haven’t taken advantage of last year’s promo), you can get on Hulu’s ad-supported streaming plan for just $1.99 per month for a full year. After that, your monthly rate goes back up to $5.99.
Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge
If you subscribe to YouTube TV by December 31st, you’ll get a free Chromecast with Google TV.
1Password is offering an exclusive offer to readers of The Verge until Thursday, December 3rd. You can save 50 percent each month on the cost of a family subscription (up to five people, and not restricted to a single household) to 1Password’s services, costing $2.50 per month for up to one year. After that year is up, you’ll be charged the regular $5 per month rate.
The best Cyber Monday deals on sound systems
It doesn’t cost much to get a soundbar, and thanks to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it’s cheaper to get a particularly great setup. This list isn’t exhaustive, but we’ve picked out a few soundbar models that we like, and ones that are cheaper than usual.
Sonos Sub (third-gen) $ 599 $ 749 20 % off $ 599 $ 599 $ 749 20 % off The Sonos Sub is an add-on speaker that provides some extra low-end thump to any Sonos speaker system. $599 at Sonos (third-gen)
The best Cyber Monday deals on streaming devices
Unless you own a smart TV or a modern gaming console, you’ll probably want a streaming device to bring all of your favorite TV shows and movies to your television. Thankfully, you have plenty to choose between, and many options are discounted for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Related Find more the best Cyber Monday deals on TVs here
The best Cyber Monday deals on tablets & e-readers
Tablets are also worth considering if you need a tool for school, leisure, or to unwind on. From Amazon’s very affordable Fire tablets to the mid-range and high-end iPad models, we’ve included a little bit of everything, as well as accessories to help you get the most out of your purchase. Also, if you like to read and are interested in great Kindle e-reader deals, you’ll find those below as well.
The latest iPad mini tablet with 64GB of storage is $100 off at Best Buy, making for the biggest discount we’ve seen yet.
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019, 64GB) $ 108 $ 190 43 % off $ 108 $ 108 $ 190 43 % off Amazon’s first USB-C-compatible device, which features a 10.1-inch screen, 64GB of internal storage with the option to expand via microSD, and a second antenna to maintain a better Wi-Fi signal. $108 at Amazon
The Kids Edition Fire HD 10 is $130 instead of $200. This version includes the tablet, a tough case, a year’s worth of the FreeTime Unlimited subscription, and a two-year replacement guarantee if it breaks.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (32GB, ad-supported) $ 50 $ 110 55 % off $ 50 $ 50 $ 110 55 % off Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Plus packs a lot of value in for the money. It’s a suitable vessel for all of your Prime content, and this model, in particular, supports wireless charging. $50 at Amazon (refurbished)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, a 10.4-inch Android tablet with 64GB of storage, costs $250 (usually $350) and includes a free $30 gift card with purchase
The Brydge Pro Plus keyboard has an integrated trackpad, so you don’t need to use the touchscreen (or, at least as much)
The Brydge Pro Plus 12.3-inch (left) and the Brydge Go Plus Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge
If you have the Surface Pro 7 or any model going back to the Surface Pro 4, Brydge’s Pro Plus 12.3-inch keyboard with a trackpad is $30 off its usual price, totaling $120.
The Brydge Go Plus, made for the Surface Go, is $100 ($40 off)
The best Cyber Monday gaming deals
While there are no PS5 or Xbox Series X/S deals to speak of, that doesn’t mean there aren’t other great price cuts. In fact, for the Nintendo Switch you’ll find the best prices yet on first-party games and accessories. Plus, new releases for the Xbox One and PS4 (several of which include free next-gen upgrades) are discounted.
Fire Emblem: Three Houses is $30 at GameStop (usually $60), lower than the best-ever price.
Luigi’s Mansion 3 is $40 at GameStop (usually $60), lower than the best-ever price.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening is $40 at GameStop (usually $60), its lowest price.
Super Mario Maker 2 is $40 at GameStop (usually $60), its lowest price.
Yoshi’s Crafted World is $30 at GameStop (usually $60), the lowest price ever.
The landscapes in Ghost of Tsushima are serene
Watch Dogs Legion is $30 at Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy (usually $60), its lowest price ever. If you buy the Xbox One version and upgrade to that console’s successor, you will receive the next-gen version free of charge.
A still from Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is $13 at Best Buy (usually $30), the lowest price ever. If you own or buy an Xbox Series X / S, you will receive a free upgrade for this game via Smart Delivery.
Gears 5 is $5 at Best Buy (usually $30), the lowest price ever. If you own or buy an Xbox Series X / S, you will receive a free upgrade for this game via Smart Delivery
The best Cyber Monday deals on PC tech
It’s always a good time to make some smart upgrades to your PC. And while that’s usually a costly endeavor, Cyber Monday is making some of it a little cheaper. You’ll have to continue your search for an Nvidia RTX 3080 another day, but for now you can save on monitors, storage and peripherals.
The W-Type keyboard next to the W-Touch wireless trackpad Photo: Brydge
For the first time, Brydge has discounted its W-Touch standalone trackpad for Windows 10. Normally $100, it’s down to $70.
The W-Type wireless, full-sized Bluetooth keyboard is discounted by $20, bringing the price down to $40.
Samsung’s 2TB 970 Evo Plus NVMe SSD is $250 at Newegg and Best Buy , beating the lowest price by about $40. A PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSD like this will fit in only certain kinds of motherboards (so check before you buy).
Samsung 970 Evo Plus NVMe SSD (2TB) $ 250 $ 300 17 % off $ 250 $ 250 $ 300 17 % off Samsung’s PCIe 3.0 M.2 NVMe SSD like this will fit in only certain kinds of motherboards with read and write performance levels of up to 3,500MB/s and 3,300MB/s. $250 at Newegg
For an even faster M.2 drive that’s actually capable of delivering quicker read/write speeds for both PCIe 3.0 and motherboards with PCIe 4.0 support, Samsung’s 500GB 980 Pro NVMe SSD is $120 (usually $150) at Amazon.
Related Find many more deals on PC accessories right here
The best Cyber Monday deals on smart home tech
You can add some smarts to your home with a smart speaker, and you can go even deeper with tech like a smart lock for your door, a Wi-Fi-connected security cam, and an alarm kit. This can be expensive to do, but as you probably guessed, it’s a lot cheaper to outfit your home with these upgrades now that Cyber Monday is here.
If you need a security camera, the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera is discounted to $100 from $130 at Amazon.
Ring Video Doorbell 3 $ 140 $ 180 22 % off $ 140 $ 140 $ 180 22 % off The latest Ring video doorbell features enhanced dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz support, as well as a new motion zone feature that can spot movement within five to 15 feet of your front door, or wherever you prefer to install it. $140 at Amazon
Ring’s Video Doorbell 3 Plus, which offers four-second video previews of alerts, is $160 instead of $230. Likewise, you can add an Echo Show 5 to the order for $10 more.
The SimpliSafe base next to the keypad. Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge
SimpliSafe’s home security systems are 50 percent off, starting at $114 for the most basic bundle. Each bundle includes a free SimpliCam (a $99 value).
Related Here are some more Cyber Monday deals on smart home tech
The best Cyber Monday deals on mesh Wi-Fi routers
One of the most practical upgrades you can make for yourself this weekend. Get a mesh Wi-Fi system if your current router isn’t cutting it in terms of speed or signal strength. A multi-router system casts a wide net of connectivity, so you’ll experience far fewer slow or drop-out zones. And if you have several people in your home — each using several devices to their name — there’s even more reason to make the upgrade.
Google’s Nest Wifi mesh routers are steeply discounted, starting with the single unit that’s $135 instead of $169 at Amazon and $139 at Best Buy.
Related Check out more deals on mesh routers here
The best Cyber Monday deals on misc. tech
A number of retailers are selling the DJI Osmo Action for $199, a discount of about $50 from its regular price. The Osmo Action is similar to GoPro’s line of action cameras, and comes with both front and rear facing screens.
The Oculus Quest 2 with 64GB of storage is $300 at Newegg, which is the normal price, but it comes with a $15 Newegg gift card today. While it’s currently backordered, you can still get the gift card with your purchase.
Segway Ninebot
Ninebot Segway’s Max electric scooter is $649 instead of its usual $800 purchase at Wellbots. This beats a recent discount we covered by $50. This purchase is also tax-free for US residents living outside of NY state.


theverge--2020-11-30--The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple devices

It ’ s rare that Apple slashes the prices on its own products .
Fortunately , other retailers are putting a lot of Apple products on sale for Cyber Monday .
A bunch of retailers like Amazon , Best Buy , B & H Photo , Walmart , and Woot are slashing the prices on everything from wearables to its wireless earbuds .
Additionally , the online Apple store will have a special promotion on Friday , November 27th , and running until Monday , November 30th .
The promotion will allow you to get up to $ 150 in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an eligible product during the four-day event as listed below : • Get a $ 25 Apple gift card when you buy an Apple Watch Series 3 • Get a $ 25 Apple gift card when you buy AirPods ( wireless or wired case ) or a pair of AirPods Pro .
If you buy a pair of AirPods you can also add engraving at no extra cost • Get a $ 50 Apple gift card when you buy an iPhone SE , iPhone 11 , or iPhone XR .
You can also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Get a $ 50 Apple gift card if you buy the Beats Studio 3 / Solo Pro / Solo 3 / Powerbeats Pro / Powerbeats high-performance wireless earphones • Get a $ 50 Apple gift cad when you buy an Apple TV 4K or an Apple TV HD , • Get a $ 100 Apple gift card when you buy a Home Pod .
• Get a $ 100 Apple gift card when you buy an iPad Pro • Get a $ 50 Apple gift card when you buy an iPad mini @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no extra cost and you can save if you trade in a current device • Get a $ 150 Apple gift card on specific MacBook Pro and iMac models and you can save if you trade in a current device Below , we have listed all the best Cyber Monday discounts you can take advantage of if you are looking to buy any Apple device .
If you are looking for even more Cyber Monday deals , be sure to check out our continuously updated page with all of the best sales this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to $ 800 on the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro models at Best Buy if you have a qualified trade-in and activation • Best Buy is offering the iPhone SE at a starting price of $ 200 if you trade in an iPhone 7 or newer model and have a qualified activation There aren ’ t many sales on the iPad for Cyber Monday , but one standout is a rare discount on the latest generation iPad mini over at Best Buy .
The iPad mini is Apple ’ s smallest tablet and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but isn ’ t going to replace your laptop any time soon .
Today ’ s sale takes $ 100 off the price , bringing it down to $ 300 .
Apple just released its new MacBook Air , MacBook Pro , and Mac mini with the M1 processor this month , and B & H Photo is already running discounts on them .
Note that all of these sales are considered “ preorders ” , as both stores are expecting to get stock of the M1 computers in soon , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is taking $ 100 off the M1-equipped MacBook Pro .
If you ’ re looking for 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage , the normally $ 1,299 system is available for $ 1,199 in either gray or silver .
If you upgrade it to 512GB of storage , then the usual price of $ 1,499 drops to $ 1,399 , again in either B & H is also discounting a number of older MacBook Pro models with Intel processors : • 13-inch MacBook Pro ( two ports , mid-2020 ) with Retina @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of SSD , a quad-core 8th Gen Intel i5 processor , and integrated Intel Iris Plus graphics is $ 1,099 at B & H Photo ( usually $ 1,229 ) • 13-inch MacBook Pro ( two ports , mid-2020 ) with Retina Display , 8GB of RAM , 512GB of SSD , an 8th Gen ques-core Intel Core i5 processor , and integrated Intel Iris Plus graphics is $ 1,349 at B & H Photo ( usually $ 1,499 ) • 13-inch MacBook Pro ( four ports , mid-2020 ) with Retina Display @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and a quad-core 10th Gen Intel i5 processor is $ 1,649 at B & H Photo ( usually $ 1,749 ) • The AirPods Pro are available at Woot for $ 190 and Best Buy for $ 230 , not the lowest price we have seen on these earbuds , but good discounts off the normal price of $ 249 .
• Apple ’ s AirPods with a wireless charging case is $ 140 at Amazon and Walmart ( usually $ 199 ) .
They also available at Best Buy for $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ second-generation AirPods with a wired charging case for $ 110 at Amazon ( normally $ 159 ) .
• The 40mm Apple Watch SE is $ 230 at Target • You can score a 44mm Apple Watch SE for $ 260 at Target ( usually $ 309 ) .
• The Apple Watch Series 6 40mm with GPS in red is $ 350 at Amazon ( usually $ 399 ) .
Other colors are available for $ 350 .
The same size is also on sale at , but only the red color @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Solo Pro wireless on-ear headphones are $ 170 at Best Buy .
$ 155 if you choose the light blue ( they ’ re usually $ 300 ) .
The deal is also available at Amazon ( light blue only ) • The Beats Solo 3 headphones in black and pink are $ 119 at Walmart ( usually $ 200 ) .
Amazon also has the headphones on sale for $ 170 ( silver only ) • The BeatsX wireless earbuds in black and silver are on sale for $ 40 at Best @ @ @ @ @ @

Cyber Monday is over and most of these deals have expired, but we’ve rounded up the best deals still available here.
It’s rare that Apple slashes the prices on its own products. Fortunately, other retailers are putting a lot of Apple products on sale for Cyber Monday. A bunch of retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, B&H Photo, Walmart, and Woot are slashing the prices on everything from wearables to its wireless earbuds.
Additionally, the online Apple store will have a special promotion on Friday, November 27th, and running until Monday, November 30th. The promotion will allow you to get up to $150 in an Apple gift card if you purchase an eligible product during the four-day event as listed below:
Below, we have listed all the best Cyber Monday discounts you can take advantage of if you are looking to buy any Apple device. If you are looking for even more Cyber Monday deals, be sure to check out our continuously updated page with all of the best sales this weekend.
iPhone and iPad deals
iPhone 12 Pro. Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge
Related The best Cyber Monday deals happening now
iPad deals
There aren’t many sales on the iPad for Cyber Monday, but one standout is a rare discount on the latest generation iPad mini over at Best Buy. The iPad mini is Apple’s smallest tablet and is great for reading and watching video, but isn’t going to replace your laptop any time soon. Today’s sale takes $100 off the price, bringing it down to $300.
iPad Mini (2019, 64GB, Wi-Fi) $ 339 $ 399 15 % off $ 339 $ 339 $ 399 15 % off The 2019 iPad Mini features the same 7.9-inch display as its predecessors, but it includes an A12 Bionic processor, the same one used in the iPhone XS and iPhone XR generation. $339 at Apple
Mac deals
MacBook Air (late-2020). Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
Apple just released its new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with the M1 processor this month, and B&H Photo is already running discounts on them. Note that all of these sales are considered “preorders”, as both stores are expecting to get stock of the M1 computers in soon, but haven’t yet.
If you are looking for the MacBook Air with the base configuration, B&H has discounted the model bringing the price down to $899.
The retailer is taking $100 off the M1-equipped MacBook Pro. If you’re looking for 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, the normally $1,299 system is available for $1,199 in either gray or silver. If you upgrade it to 512GB of storage, then the usual price of $1,499 drops to $1,399, again in either gray or silver .
B&H and Best Buy are also discounting a number of older MacBook Pro models with Intel processors:
AirPods deals
AirPods Pro. Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge
Apple Watch deals
Apple Watch Series 6. Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
Beats deals
Beats Solo Pro. Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge


theverge--2020-11-30--Oculus has discounted VR games and experiences for Cyber Monday

Only the best deals on Verge-approved gadgets get the Verge Deals stamp of approval , so if you 're looking for a deal on your next gadget or gift from major retailers like Amazon , Walmart , Best Buy , Target , and more , this is the place to be .
Oculus is hosting a big sale on virtual reality games and experiences for Cyber Monday .
There are plenty of standalone deals if you just want one or two titles , but Oculus has also curated several bundles , each one on a different theme .
Those will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Oculus will dock the cost if you already own one of the titles .
What ’ s more , you can gift titles to other people from the Oculus store , too .
You ’ ll just need their email address when checking out .
According to Oculus , all of the games in the bundles below will work with Quest standalone headsets .
Be aware , though , that only some of them support cross-buy , meaning one purchase will work both as a standalone app on Quest and when wired @ @ @ @ @ @ @ All others are exclusive to the platform you purchase them on , meaning you ’ ll need to buy a second copy to play both via wire ( either Oculus Link or Rift ) and through a standalone headset like the Quest .
To avoid confusion , I ’ ve labeled which support cross-buy .
To see the full list of games and experiences on sale , you can visit the Cyber Monday landing page over at the Oculus store .
But if you just want the bundle details , you ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s the “ Essentials Pack , ” containing Job Simulator , Trover Saves the Universe , Waltz of the Wizard : Extended Edition , Gun Club VR ( supports cross-buy ) , Please , Don ’ t Touch Anything ( supports cross-buy ) , and Death Horizon : Reloaded ( supports cross-buy ) .
Normally , all of these titles would cost $ 110 purchased separately , but this pack costs only $ 80 .
It will last until Tuesday , December 1st at 2:59AM ET .
There ’ s also an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 45 .
It contains Eleven Table Tennis ( supports cross-buy ) , The Thrill of the Fight ( supports cross-buy ) , Richie ’ s Plank Experience ( supports cross-buy ) , and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes .
All of these titles together would normally cost $ 60 .
This pack will also last until Tuesday , December 1st at 2:59AM ET .
You can get the complete collection of Star Wars Vader Immortal episodes bundled together for $ 20 .
Each episode usually costs $ 10 , so you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will last until Tuesday , December 1st at 2:59AM ET .

Oculus is hosting a big sale on virtual reality games and experiences for Cyber Monday. There are plenty of standalone deals if you just want one or two titles, but Oculus has also curated several bundles, each one on a different theme. Those will help you save the most money, and Oculus will dock the cost if you already own one of the titles. What’s more, you can gift titles to other people from the Oculus store, too. You’ll just need their email address when checking out.
According to Oculus, all of the games in the bundles below will work with Quest standalone headsets. Be aware, though, that only some of them support cross-buy, meaning one purchase will work both as a standalone app on Quest and when wired to your PC via Oculus Link. All others are exclusive to the platform you purchase them on, meaning you’ll need to buy a second copy to play both via wire (either Oculus Link or Rift) and through a standalone headset like the Quest. To avoid confusion, I’ve labeled which support cross-buy.
To see the full list of games and experiences on sale, you can visit the Cyber Monday landing page over at the Oculus store. But if you just want the bundle details, you’ll find those below.
First, there’s the “Essentials Pack,” containing Job Simulator, Trover Saves the Universe, Waltz of the Wizard: Extended Edition, Gun Club VR (supports cross-buy), Please, Don’t Touch Anything (supports cross-buy), and Death Horizon: Reloaded (supports cross-buy). Normally, all of these titles would cost $110 purchased separately, but this pack costs only $80. It will last until Tuesday, December 1st at 2:59AM ET.
There’s also an “Epic Pack,” which costs $45. It contains Eleven Table Tennis (supports cross-buy), The Thrill of the Fight (supports cross-buy), Richie’s Plank Experience (supports cross-buy), and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes. All of these titles together would normally cost $60. This pack will also last until Tuesday, December 1st at 2:59AM ET.
You can get the complete collection of Star Wars Vader Immortal episodes bundled together for $20. Each episode usually costs $10, so you’re saving 33 percent. This pack will last until Tuesday, December 1st at 2:59AM ET.


theverge--2020-11-30--The best Cyber Monday mesh router deals

The best Cyber Monday mesh router deals

If you ’ re looking to improve your home Wi-Fi situation , the best thing you can do is invest in a mesh router .
Mesh router systems make it easy to cover all corners of your home with a strong Wi-Fi signal and are easily expandable depending on how much square footage you have .
Fortunately , a number of the best mesh router systems on the market are heavily discounted for Cyber Monday , so you can save quite a bit on one right now If you have a basic home internet plan of 300Mbps or less , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5 based system , such as the entry-level Eero or Google ’ s Nest Wifi .
If you have faster internet at home , up to a gigabit connection , you might want to invest in a Wi-Fi 6 system .
Looking for more Cyber Monday deals ?
Be sure to check out our continuously updated roundup of all the best sales .
Amazon-owned Eero is discounting both its entry-level Wi-Fi 5 systems and the brand-new Wi-Fi 6 models .
The base Eero mesh system can be purchased in one- , two- , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from $ 20 to $ 75 off , depending on which set you choose .
A three-pack is designed to cover up to 5,000 square feet and is ideal for up to 300Mbps internet service .
If you are interested in the new Wi-Fi 6 Eero 6 system , you can get the base model in one- , two- , or three-packs starting at $ 103 .
The three-pack covers up to 5,000 square feet and is good for up to 500Mbps internet service , according to the company .
For the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pony up for the Eero 6 Pro , which can also be purchased in one- , two- , or three-packs .
Eero says the Pro system is designed for those with gigabit internet service , with a three-pack covering up to 6,000 square feet .
It adds a third Wi-Fi band to speed up communication between the nodes and provides faster connections to your devices .
Google ’ s Nest Wifi is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 based system .
It ’ s faster than the base Eero system but won ’ t quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ systems on the market .
It ’ s a good in-between option , however , providing easy setup , reliable connections , and fast speeds up to 500Mbps .
A two-pack is the popular option and covers up to 4,400 square feet .
Like Eero , Netgear has a wide range of mesh router systems , with all the newest ones supporting Wi-Fi 6 .
The dual-band Nighthawk system is the entry-level option , with support for up to 25 devices , coverage up to 3,000 square feet , and internet speeds up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Netgear ’ s flagship mesh system and is designed for larger homes , more connected devices , and up to gigabit internet speeds .
The Orbi models are tri-band , much like the Eero 6 Pro , and are the best options to get the fastest speeds you can .

If you’re looking to improve your home Wi-Fi situation, the best thing you can do is invest in a mesh router. Mesh router systems make it easy to cover all corners of your home with a strong Wi-Fi signal and are easily expandable depending on how much square footage you have. Fortunately, a number of the best mesh router systems on the market are heavily discounted for Cyber Monday, so you can save quite a bit on one right now
If you have a basic home internet plan of 300Mbps or less, you can do fine with a Wi-Fi 5 based system, such as the entry-level Eero or Google’s Nest Wifi. If you have faster internet at home, up to a gigabit connection, you might want to invest in a Wi-Fi 6 system.
Looking for more Cyber Monday deals? Be sure to check out our continuously updated roundup of all the best sales.
Eero deals
Amazon-owned Eero is discounting both its entry-level Wi-Fi 5 systems and the brand-new Wi-Fi 6 models. The base Eero mesh system can be purchased in one-, two-, or three-pack setups, with discounts ranging from $20 to $75 off, depending on which set you choose. A three-pack is designed to cover up to 5,000 square feet and is ideal for up to 300Mbps internet service.
If you are interested in the new Wi-Fi 6 Eero 6 system, you can get the base model in one-, two-, or three-packs starting at $103. The three-pack covers up to 5,000 square feet and is good for up to 500Mbps internet service, according to the company.
Eero 6 mesh router plus two Eero 6 extenders $ 159 $ 199 20 % off $ 159 $ 159 $ 199 20 % off The Eero 6 mesh router system covers up to 5,000 square feet and is good for internet speeds up to 500Mbps; it also supports Zigbee for connecting smart home devices. $159 at Amazon
For the most speed, you’ll want to pony up for the Eero 6 Pro, which can also be purchased in one-, two-, or three-packs. Eero says the Pro system is designed for those with gigabit internet service, with a three-pack covering up to 6,000 square feet. It adds a third Wi-Fi band to speed up communication between the nodes and provides faster connections to your devices.
Nest Wifi deals
Google’s Nest Wifi is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 based system. It’s faster than the base Eero system but won’t quite keep up with the best Wi-Fi 6 systems on the market. It’s a good in-between option, however, providing easy setup, reliable connections, and fast speeds up to 500Mbps. A two-pack is the popular option and covers up to 4,400 square feet.
Netgear mesh router deals
Like Eero, Netgear has a wide range of mesh router systems, with all the newest ones supporting Wi-Fi 6. The dual-band Nighthawk system is the entry-level option, with support for up to 25 devices, coverage up to 3,000 square feet, and internet speeds up to 400Mbps.


theverge--2020-11-30--Nintendo Switch update lets you share screenshots to your phone or PC

Nintendo has released a new firmware update for the Switch , and for once it actually adds some features to @ @ @ @ @ OS .
The biggest one is a new way to share screenshots and videos directly @ @ @ @ @ a QR code .
The process is a little awkward , but it definitely beats @ @ @ @ @ everything to Twitter or Facebook first .
You can also now copy screenshots and videos @ @ @ @ @ .
Other features include automatic cloud save data downloads across multiple consoles , a new @ @ @ @ @ the user page that shows what your friends have been playing , a shortcut to @ @ @ @ @ the home screen , and the ability to prioritize downloads .
There are also 12 @ @ @ @ @ the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros .
The update is firmware version 11.0.0 , @ @ @ @ @ now .

Nintendo has released a new firmware update for the Switch, and for once it actually adds some features to the console’s barebones OS.
The biggest one is a new way to share screenshots and videos directly to your smartphone by scanning a QR code. The process is a little awkward —t but it definitely beats the previous method of uploading everything to Twitter or Facebook first.
Here’s how it works:
You can also now copy screenshots and videos to your PC over USB.
Other features include automatic cloud save data downloads across multiple consoles, a new “Trending” section of the user page that shows what your friends have been playing, a shortcut to Nintendo Switch Online services on the home screen, and the ability to prioritize downloads. There are also 12 new user icons themed around the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros.


theverge--2020-11-30--Enterprising developers are emulating PS2 games on the Xbox Series S and X

Developers have now made it possible to emulate PS2 games on the Xbox Series X and S using the RetroArch emulator — something that the PlayStation 5 , a successor to the PS2 , can ’ t .
Thanks to the Xbox Series X / S consoles ’ “ Developer Mode , ” the emulation software can be added as a Universal Windows Application ( UWA ) , allowing users to download a retail version of the emulation software directly to their console without tricky workarounds , so players don ’ t have to wait for a re-release to play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to emulate several different consoles , the compatibility for running PS2 games using the PCSX2 core is particularly notable because of how limited Sony ’ s PlayStation 5 is when it comes to backwards compatibility compared to the Xbox .
The new console is only natively backwards compatible with PlayStation 4 games ( with some caveats ) , and Sony currently only offers the option to play PS3 and PS2 games using its PS Now game streaming service .
It ’ s worth mentioning that Microsoft doesn ’ t officially support this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still a work in progress , but the early results with RetroArch are exciting : despite the limits imposed by a cap on file sizes , PS2 games do run at almost the same quality as they did on the original console .
The process for adding RetroArch to your Xbox using Developer Mode is a bit complicated .
You ’ ll need to pay a $ 19 registration fee to be a part of Microsoft ’ s Developer program , then download the “ Dev mode activation ” app from the Xbox @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and running , you can connect to your Xbox from a web browser using your local network and add the RetroArch UWA files .
This UWA RetroArch is notably limited by a file size cap that could prevent you from running games larger than 2 GB .
The newer , easier method for doing this , created by programmer “ tunip3 , ” was first covered by Ars Technica .
Tunip3 ’ s method uses a retail version of RetroArch listed as a “ private app ” in the Xbox Store .
By @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the full version of RetroArch can be downloaded directly to your Xbox with a code .
This method removes the file size limitations that come with a developer UWA app , meaning more games are compatible — at least until Microsoft eliminates this loophole .
With RetroArch on the new Xbox , there ’ s now solid proof that emulating these older consoles is possible on next-generation hardware .
In fact , Microsoft already relies on an emulator it built to run Xbox and Xbox 360 games on the Xbox One and Xbox @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the ball is in Sony ’ s court , and it ’ s not yet clear whether it intends to offer a formal backwards compatibility option on the PS5 that goes beyond cloud streaming .

Developers have now made it possible to emulate PS2 games on the Xbox Series X and S using the RetroArch emulator — something that the PlayStation 5, a successor to the PS2, can’t.
Thanks to the Xbox Series X / S consoles’ “Developer Mode,” the emulation software can be added as a Universal Windows Application (UWA), allowing users to download a retail version of the emulation software directly to their console without tricky workarounds, so players don’t have to wait for a re-release to play an older favorite.
While RetroArch is able to emulate several different consoles, the compatibility for running PS2 games using the PCSX2 core is particularly notable because of how limited Sony’s PlayStation 5 is when it comes to backwards compatibility compared to the Xbox. The new console is only natively backwards compatible with PlayStation 4 games (with some caveats), and Sony currently only offers the option to play PS3 and PS2 games using its PS Now game streaming service.
It’s worth mentioning that Microsoft doesn’t officially support this kind of emulation and PCSX2 support is still a work in progress, but the early results with RetroArch are exciting: despite the limits imposed by a cap on file sizes, PS2 games do run at almost the same quality as they did on the original console.
The process for adding RetroArch to your Xbox using Developer Mode is a bit complicated. You’ll need to pay a $19 registration fee to be a part of Microsoft’s Developer program, then download the “Dev mode activation” app from the Xbox store. Once the app is downloaded and running, you can connect to your Xbox from a web browser using your local network and add the RetroArch UWA files. This UWA RetroArch is notably limited by a file size cap that could prevent you from running games larger than 2 GB.
The newer, easier method for doing this, created by programmer “tunip3,” was first covered by Ars Technica. Tunip3’s method uses a retail version of RetroArch listed as a “private app” in the Xbox Store. By adding player emails to a whitelist, the full version of RetroArch can be downloaded directly to your Xbox with a code. This method removes the file size limitations that come with a developer UWA app, meaning more games are compatible — at least until Microsoft eliminates this loophole.


theverge--2020-11-30--Component failure in NASA’s deep-space crew capsule could take months to fix

Engineers are racing to fix a failed piece of equipment on NASA ’ s future deep-space crew capsule Orion ahead of its first flight to space .
It may require months of work to replace and fix .
Right now , engineers at NASA and Orion ’ s primary contractor , Lockheed Martin , are trying to figure out the best way to fix the component and how much time the repairs are going to take .
In early November , engineers at Lockheed Martin working on Orion noticed that a power component inside the vehicle had failed , according @ @ @ @ @ @ @ PowerPoint presentation seen by The Verge .
The component is within one of the spacecraft ’ s eight power and data units , or PDUs .
The PDUs are the “ main power/data boxes , ” for Orion according to the email , responsible for activating key systems that Orion needs during flight .
Orion is a critical part of NASA ’ s Artemis program , which aims to send the first woman and the next man to the Moon by 2024 .
The cone-shaped capsule is designed to launch on top of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ System , or SLS , a vehicle that NASA has been building for the last decade .
To test out both of these systems ’ capabilities , NASA plans to launch an uncrewed Orion capsule on top of the SLS on the rocket ’ s first flight in late 2021 — a mission called Artemis I .
While the SLS still has many key tests to undergo before that flight , the Orion capsule slated to fly on that first mission is mostly assembled , waiting in Florida at NASA ’ s Operation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
NASA had planned to transfer the Orion capsule to the Multi-Payload Processing Facility ( MPPF ) at KSC on December 7th , though that rollout may be postponed due to this issue .
When asked for a comment , NASA directed The Verge to a short blog post published today outlining the failure .
“ While the PDU is still fully operational without this redundant channel we are swiftly trouble shooting the card while also continuing close-out activities on Orion , ” a representative for Lockheed Martin said in a statement to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ committed to seeing Orion launch next year on its historic Artemis I mission to the Moon .
Replacing the PDU isn ’ t easy .
The component is difficult to reach : it ’ s located inside an adapter that connects Orion to its service module — a cylindrical trunk that provides support , propulsion , and power for the capsule during its trip through space .
To get to the PDU , Lockheed Martin could remove the Orion crew capsule from its service module , but it ’ s a lengthy process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As many as nine months would be needed to take the vehicle apart and put it back together again , in addition to three months for subsequent testing , according to the presentation .
Lockheed has another option , but it ’ s never been done before and may carry extra risks , Lockheed Martin engineers acknowledge in their presentation .
To do it , engineers would have to tunnel through the adapter ’ s exterior by removing some of the outer panels of the adapter to get to the PDU .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be removed this way , but this scenario may only take up to four months to complete if engineers figure out a way to do it .
A third option is that Lockheed Martin and NASA could fly the Orion capsule as is .
The PDU failed in such a way that it lost redundancy within the unit , so it can still function .
But at a risk-averse agency like NASA , flying a vehicle without a backup plan is not exactly an attractive option .
It ’ s still not clear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which was tested before it was installed on the spacecraft , according to a person familiar with the matter .
If engineers choose to remove Orion from its service module , the capsule ’ s first flight on the SLS may be delayed past its current date of November 2021 .
But the SLS has experienced its own set of delays : it was supposed to fly for the first time in 2017 but hasn ’ t done so yet .
It ’ s not clear if the SLS itself will make the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key test of the rocket coming up at the end of the year has been pushed back , with no new target date set .
So it ’ s possible that Lockheed Martin and NASA can fix Orion before the SLS is ready to fly .
Any further delays to Artemis I add uncertainty to NASA ’ s lunar landing timeline .
NASA is hoping to land astronauts on the Moon by 2024 , though many experts are skeptical that such a mission can be pulled off in time .
Artemis I is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the component failure adds one more level of uncertainty to when the Orion and SLS combo will get off the ground .
Update November 30th , 7:00PM ET : This story has been updated to include information from a statement from Lockheed Martin .

Engineers are racing to fix a failed piece of equipment on NASA’s future deep-space crew capsule Orion ahead of its first flight to space. It may require months of work to replace and fix. Right now, engineers at NASA and Orion’s primary contractor, Lockheed Martin, are trying to figure out the best way to fix the component and how much time the repairs are going to take.
In early November, engineers at Lockheed Martin working on Orion noticed that a power component inside the vehicle had failed, according to an internal email and an internal PowerPoint presentation seen by The Verge. The component is within one of the spacecraft’s eight power and data units, or PDUs. The PDUs are the “main power/data boxes,” for Orion according to the email, responsible for activating key systems that Orion needs during flight.
Orion is a critical part of NASA’s Artemis program
Orion is a critical part of NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to send the first woman and the next man to the Moon by 2024. The cone-shaped capsule is designed to launch on top of a future rocket called the Space Launch System, or SLS, a vehicle that NASA has been building for the last decade. To test out both of these systems’ capabilities, NASA plans to launch an uncrewed Orion capsule on top of the SLS on the rocket’s first flight in late 2021 — a mission called Artemis I.
While the SLS still has many key tests to undergo before that flight, the Orion capsule slated to fly on that first mission is mostly assembled, waiting in Florida at NASA’s Operation and Checkout Facility at Kennedy Space Center. NASA had planned to transfer the Orion capsule to the Multi-Payload Processing Facility (MPPF) at KSC on December 7th, though that rollout may be postponed due to this issue. When asked for a comment, NASA directed The Verge to a short blog post published today outlining the failure.
“While the PDU is still fully operational without this redundant channel we are swiftly trouble shooting the card while also continuing close-out activities on Orion,” a representative for Lockheed Martin said in a statement to The Verge. “We are fully committed to seeing Orion launch next year on its historic Artemis I mission to the Moon.
NASA’s Orion crew capsule, attached to the adapter and service module, with spacecraft adapter jettison fairings installed. Photo by Ben Smegelsky / NASA
Replacing the PDU isn’t easy. The component is difficult to reach: it’s located inside an adapter that connects Orion to its service module — a cylindrical trunk that provides support, propulsion, and power for the capsule during its trip through space. To get to the PDU, Lockheed Martin could remove the Orion crew capsule from its service module, but it’s a lengthy process that could take up to a year. As many as nine months would be needed to take the vehicle apart and put it back together again, in addition to three months for subsequent testing, according to the presentation.
Lockheed has another option, but it’s never been done before and may carry extra risks, Lockheed Martin engineers acknowledge in their presentation. To do it, engineers would have to tunnel through the adapter’s exterior by removing some of the outer panels of the adapter to get to the PDU. The panels weren’t designed to be removed this way, but this scenario may only take up to four months to complete if engineers figure out a way to do it.
Replacing the PDU isn’t easy
A third option is that Lockheed Martin and NASA could fly the Orion capsule as is. The PDU failed in such a way that it lost redundancy within the unit, so it can still function. But at a risk-averse agency like NASA, flying a vehicle without a backup plan is not exactly an attractive option. It’s still not clear what went wrong inside the unit, which was tested before it was installed on the spacecraft, according to a person familiar with the matter.
If engineers choose to remove Orion from its service module, the capsule’s first flight on the SLS may be delayed past its current date of November 2021. But the SLS has experienced its own set of delays: it was supposed to fly for the first time in 2017 but hasn’t done so yet. It’s not clear if the SLS itself will make the November 2021 flight date either; a key test of the rocket coming up at the end of the year has been pushed back, with no new target date set. So it’s possible that Lockheed Martin and NASA can fix Orion before the SLS is ready to fly.
Any further delays to Artemis I add uncertainty to NASA’s lunar landing timeline. NASA is hoping to land astronauts on the Moon by 2024, though many experts are skeptical that such a mission can be pulled off in time. Artemis I is vulnerable to other possible delays, but the component failure adds one more level of uncertainty to when the Orion and SLS combo will get off the ground.