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Amazon is selling the 44mm Bluetooth version of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for $249.99, an $80 reduction from its list price. The deal is open to all shoppers and does not require an Amazon Prime membership.
Amazon is selling the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones for $198, matching the lowest price the model has reached. The headphones include active noise cancellation, roughly 30 hours of battery life, and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity.
The NBA announced it will trial a Wilson-made smart basketball containing a Bluetooth sensor during select preseason exhibition games, collecting data intended for potential future use in officiating. Officials in some games will also wear wrist devices to communicate with the replay center for reviews, scoring changes and clock issues, after the wearables were piloted successfully during summer league.
U.S. CD sales have increased by 58.6% this year, prompting a wave of new CD players that combine vintage appeal with contemporary features. Options under $150 now include models with Bluetooth, RGB lighting, and improved audio quality, appealing to both collectors and new enthusiasts. Notable examples include the Fiio DM13, which offers dual DACs, Bluetooth 5.2, and a long-lasting rechargeable battery, blending classic and modern design elements.
JBL has introduced the PartyBox Ultimate 2, its most powerful portable speaker to date, featuring 1,500 watts of output and a large, 41.4-inch design. The speaker includes a built-in light show with ripple-wave effects, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, and multiple audio inputs, along with a touch control panel. It is available for pre-order at $1,800, with shipping scheduled for late October 2026.
The GamerCard handheld device suffers from inconsistent controls, lacking a dedicated Home button and physical volume controls, which complicates navigation and system management. Its Bluetooth connectivity is unreliable, and loading ROMs for emulation is hindered by the absence of an easy microSD card ejection method. Despite its potential for emulation, these hardware shortcomings limit its practical use.
The Nothing Headphone (1), the company's first over-ear model launched in 2025, is now available at a record-low price of $189, reflecting a $110 discount for Prime Day. These headphones feature a transparent, bold design with physical controls, noise cancellation, and up to 35 hours of battery life. The deal highlights the product's popularity and competitive features in the over-ear headphone market.
Leaked details confirm Fitbit's upcoming Edge device will include a 1.34-inch always-on OLED display, running Fitbit OS with Google Play access. It features a range of sensors for health monitoring, GPS, and real-time coaching, with a battery life of up to seven days. The device is expected to launch in four color options and has an IP68 water resistance rating.
TDM’s Neo headphones, introduced at CES 2026 and funded via Kickstarter, are now available for purchase in the US through online and retail outlets. These headphones feature a flexible headband and dual sets of 40mm drivers that can be rolled up into a portable Bluetooth speaker, offering over 200 hours of listening as headphones and about 16 hours in speaker mode. The product is priced at $249 and includes removable batteries and ear cushions.
A survey of nearly 1,500 Android users reveals that over a third leave Bluetooth codec settings at default, while only about a third actively customize them. Nearly 31% are unaware that such options exist, highlighting limited user engagement with advanced audio configurations. The default settings are managed automatically, often without user input.
Amazon is selling Sony's ULT WEAR over-ear noise-canceling wireless headphones for $132.95, down from their $249.99 list price. The headphones feature a dedicated bass-boost button, active noise cancellation, up to 50 hours of battery life, and multipoint Bluetooth pairing.
Amazon has cut the price of Sony's WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones to $378, down from their $459.99 list price, an $81.99 saving. The deal ties the lowest price the headphones have hit so far this year, ahead of the upcoming Prime Day sale.