Prime Day Deal: iPad 11-inch (A16) — $280 (record low) Prime Day has pushed the entry-level Apple iPad 11‑inch (A16) down to a record-low price of $280 — about $70 off. This model is an excellent choice if you’re on a budget: it balances performance and battery life with core iPad features. Key specs Chip: Apple A16 Bionic RAM: 6 GB Display: 11‑inch Liquid Retina Battery: ~10 hours (typical web use) Cameras: 12 MP front and rear Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6, USB‑C Biometrics: Touch ID Storage: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB variants What it lacks This is the most basic model in Apple’s 11‑inch lineup, so it doesn’t have the high-end display or some advanced features of the Air/Pro. It does support Apple Pencil (1st generation) and the Magic Keyboard Folio,…

Prime Big Deal Days: Best Amazon Kindle, Fire TV & Echo Deals Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days have slashed prices on Kindles, Fire TV devices and Echo speakers — many at or near Black Friday levels. Highlights include: Kindle Kids — ~$95. Buy on Amazon Kindle Paperwhite — ~$125. Buy on Amazon Kindle Colorsoft — ~$200. Buy on Amazon Kindle Scribe — ~$300. Buy on Amazon Echo Pop — ~$25. Buy on Amazon Echo Dot — ~$35. Buy on Amazon Echo Show 5 — ~$55. Buy on Amazon Echo Show 8 — ~$100. Buy on Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K — ~$25. Buy on Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — ~$40. Buy on Amazon Fire TV Cube — ~$100. Buy on Amazon Fire HD 8 — ~$55. Buy on…

Prime Day Deal: DJI Neo — $159 (Bundle $229) Prime Day brings a notable discount on the DJI Neo: the standalone drone is on sale for $159 for Prime members, and a bundle including two extra batteries (three total) plus a charger is available for $229. Quick summary Weight: ~135 g (no drone registration required in many regions) Camera: 4K @ 30 fps (1/2" 12 MP sensor) with Rocksteady stabilization Flight time: roughly 17–22 minutes per battery Range: about 6.2 miles (line-of-sight) Speed: up to ~18 mph (can reach ~36 mph with a special controller) Features: palm takeoff, subject tracking, FPV support, compatible with RC Motion 3 and DJI Goggles 3 Drawbacks: no obstacle detection, relatively short battery life, noticeable motor noise Who should buy it? The DJI Neo is…

Best Prime Day Tech Deals Under $25 Looking for useful tech without breaking the bank? Here are some standout Prime Day finds priced under $25. Prices can change quickly—check the links for current deals. Blink Mini 2 security camera — around $20 Great indoor (or outdoor with adapter) cam for pet monitoring and entryways. Affordable and easy to set up. Grab it on Amazon Samsung EVO Select microSD 128GB — around $13 Reliable, no-frills storage for phones, cameras, and other devices. Good gigs-to-dollars value. Buy on Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — around $19 Budget streaming stick to get apps running on a basic screen. Solid value if you don’t need 4K. See it on Amazon Echo Pop smart speaker — around $25 Small, affordable Echo that brings Alexa…

Pixel Buds Pro 2 — Prime Day Deal: $170 Prime Day brings a strong discount on Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2: currently available for $170 (regularly about $230). If you use Android, these are one of the best earbuds to consider—compact, comfortable and full of useful features. Key features Active Noise Cancellation: effective on low-to-mid range noise, less so on nearby voices. Adaptive Audio: adjusts ANC and volume to your surroundings. Loud Noise Protection: reduces sudden loud sounds to protect your ears. Talk to Gemini Live: hands-free voice access to Google’s AI for real-time conversations. Design: touch controls, ringed stem for a secure fit. Available in Moonstone, Porcelain, Peony and Hazel. Engadget’s review notes improved sound (especially on bass-forward tracks) over Google’s prior earbuds, though some competitors may offer better…

Amazon Prime Day: Best Anker Charging Deals (Power Banks, Wireless Chargers & Accessories) If you’re not buying gadgets this Prime Day, consider stocking up on charging essentials instead. Anker’s power banks, wireless chargers, cables and wall adapters are often discounted during Prime Day — perfect for keeping spares at home, the office or in gift stock. Why buy extra charging gear? Always have a cable or adapter when you need it Power banks keep phones, tablets or handhelds running on the go Wireless chargers clean up cable clutter on desks or nightstands Top recommended Anker products (search links) Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore) — high-capacity USB-C PD bank for phones, tablets and some laptops. Anker Nano II Charger (30W/45W) — compact fast-charging USB-C wall adapter. Anker PowerCore 10000 — lightweight…

Prime Day Speaker Deals: JBL, Bose, Ultimate Ears & More Prime Day brings steep discounts across portable Bluetooth speakers, smart speakers and soundbars. Below are standout deals and key specs so you can pick the right speaker for parties, home theater or everyday listening. (Affiliate Amazon search links included.) Best Prime Day Bluetooth Speaker Deals JBL Xtreme 3 — $209: 100W output, ~15-hour battery, chainable. Shop JBL Xtreme 3 JBL Flip 6 — $100: 12-hour battery, rugged (dust/water), great all-around sound. Shop JBL Flip 6 JBL Go 3 — $25: Compact carabiner speaker for outdoors, ~4W output. Shop JBL Go 3 Ultimate Ears Miniroll — $50: Pocketable, loud for size (~85 dB), ~12-hour battery. Shop UE Miniroll Ultimate Ears Boom 4 — $100: 360° sound, waterproof, ~15-hour battery, chainable. Shop…

OpenAI launches "Apps" in ChatGPT — an app store for conversations OpenAI has started rolling out "Apps" inside ChatGPT: interactive, third‑party mini‑apps that run directly within the chat. Announced at OpenAI's recent event, this turns ChatGPT into a platform where services like Spotify, Canva, Booking.com, Coursera and others can be used without leaving the conversation. What you can do Use apps by name or accept automatic suggestions when they fit the conversation (for example, ask Spotify to build a playlist). Developers can build apps using the new Apps SDK (preview) based on OpenAI's Model Context Protocol. Initial availability: logged‑in users on Free, Go, Plus and Pro plans outside the EU; broader rollouts (Business, Enterprise, Edu) and an app directory are planned. Official details and examples are available from OpenAI: Introducing…

Prime Day Laptop Deals — Top Picks and Where to Find Them October Prime Day (Big Deal Days) brings discounts across MacBooks, Windows laptops and Chromebooks. Engadget compiled a roundup of the best laptop deals — below is a concise guide plus quick links to search for each model on Amazon (affiliate links included where available). Quick summary Deals cover a wide range: refreshed MacBooks, gaming rigs, and budget notebooks. Look for at least 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD for daily use; gamers should prioritize a dedicated GPU. If you want specific display panels or custom configs, buy directly from manufacturers; these deals are best for premade models. Highlighted picks (prices noted in the original roundup) MacBooks Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) — $999 (17% off) Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch,…

Prime Day Lego deals — Up to 38% off With October Prime Day, Amazon has deals across tech, toys and more — including a number of Lego sets from Star Wars, Super Mario and other lines. It’s a good chance to pick up early holiday gifts or stock up for yourself — but be sure to check price trackers like Keepa or CamelCamelCamel before buying; some “discounts” have been unchanged for months. Highlighted deals (prices from Amazon Prime Day listings): Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 75418 — $31 (≈30% off) — Amazon search Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025 21280 — $38 (≈16% off) — Amazon search Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025 76456 — $38 (≈16% off) — Amazon search Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 — $18…