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16 Best Prime Day Deals on Coffee Machines, Grinders & More

What's more WIRED than coffee? Before you plug into the matrix, you need your coffee fix. We know because we've been testing all the various ways of making coffee for years now. These are the best Prime Day deals on WIRED-tested and -approved coffee brewers, espresso makers, grinders, concentrates, pods, and more. If it's good at getting caffeine to your brain and on sale for Prime Day, it's here. Want more Prime Day goodness? Read our Best Prime Day Deals and Prime Day Liveblog for more discou

8 Prime Day Kindle Deals (Plus Amazon Echo Devices)

The sale event of the summer is here, and the Amazon Prime Day Kindle deals (and other Amazon device deals!) are ones you can count on being great to shop. As someone who tests Amazon gear for a living—Echo speakers, Kindles, Amazon's smart plugs, you name it—I'm always tracking what in Amazon's lineup is worth buying. I have a ton of favorites, from the best of the best, like the Kindle Paperwhite and Echo Show 8, to the Kindle Scribe and Echo Spot. It's the perfect time to shop all of those a

US government confirms arrest of Chinese national accused of stealing COVID research and mass-hacking email servers

In Brief The U.S. Justice Department has confirmed the arrest of Chinese national Xu Zewei, an alleged prolific contract hacker who carried out cyberattacks for China. Xu was arrested in Italy at the request of U.S. prosecutors. Xu and another Chinese national Zhang Yu, who remains at large, are accused in a nine-charge indictment of “hacking and stealing crucial COVID-19 research” from U.S. universities during February 2020. The DOJ said Xu worked for a company called Shanghai Powerock Networ

Galaxy Watch 7 Is Almost Free, Amazon Clears Out Samsung Watches on Prime Day

Prime Day is a showcase for top electronics brands and this year is no exception. Whether you’re an Apple fan, a Samsung enthusiast, or loyal to Microsoft or Sony, there’s something for everyone. Samsung is making a splash with major deals across its lineup, from the Galaxy S25 phones to internal SSDs and, of course, the Galaxy Watch series. Right now, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm smartwatch is available at its lowest price ever on Amazon, but you’ll need to be a Prime member to grab this ex

Galaxy Unpacked: Everything You Need to Know About the Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8

The Galaxy Unpacked event is less than 24 hours away and I expect to see Samsung's next generation of foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, as well as new Galaxy Watches. But the big surprise might be the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, a more affordable version of Samsung's popular clamshell. CNET will be on the ground covering the event live from New York. In fact, Samsung confirmed the Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip's new thinner design in an exclusive with CNET's Abrar Al-Heeti. Samsung was one

Samsung’s S90D OLED TV is at its lowest price ever for Prime Day and it’s great for gaming

It’s a great time to buy a new TV during Amazon Prime Day (or, days, rather), but that doesn’t mean you should only consider 2025 models. You can get huge discounts on last year’s models without compromising on much. For example, the excellent 2024 Samsung S90D OLED is available for its lowest price ever. The 65-inch S90D is available for less than $1,200 at both Amazon and Best Buy, while the 55-inch model is under $1,000 at Amazon. If you want to go with something even bigger, Amazon and Best

That Amazon listing for the Nintendo Switch 2 is likely fake - here's why

Kerry Wan/ZDNET It's been about a month since the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted, breaking records by selling over 3.5 million units around the world in the first four days of availability. Even weeks after launch, restocks are hard to come by, as consoles sell out within minutes of the announcement. And with physical stock being so scarce, it's tempting to jump at the chance to get your hands on one when you see a listing on Amazon. But with such a high-demand item combined with a high-traffic oppo

Amazon Drops the Switch 2 on Prime Day, This Mario Kart Bundle Will Be Gone in Minutes

The wait is finally over for Nintendo fans: the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle is now available on Amazon, and it’s arriving at the absolute perfect time –just in time for Prime Day. This is the bundle everyone has been talking about, and it’s the one that’s sure to sell off the shelves. There isn’t much sense in paying for the console alone when you can bundle Mario Kart World, which gives you instant access to one of the year’s hottest games. The price for this bundle is set at $

McDonald's Long-Awaited Chicken Snack Wraps Finally Land This Thursday

The clock is ticking -- or maybe it's chicking. McDonald's Snack Wraps, a chicken-tortilla entree that's been missing from US locations of the Golden Arches, returns to the huge fast-food chain on July 10. A recent analysis by VegasInsider.com found that the Snack Wrap was by far the most searched for discontinued McDonald's menu item of 2025. Snack Wrap fever McDonald's Snack Wraps first came out in 2006, and were meant to be a chicken item that would appeal to drive-thru customers. There are

Jack Dorsey made an encrypted Bluetooth messaging app

is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Twitter co-founder and Block Head Jack Dorsey launched a new peer-to-peer messaging app over the weekend called Bitchat that runs entirely over Bluetooth. Bitchat relies on Bluetooth Low Energy mesh networks to send encrypted communications directly to nearby devices without requiring internet or cellular service. “Bitchat addresses the nee

The Galaxy Watch 8 still hasn’t launched yet, but don’t tell Samsung Health

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung’s next Unpacked event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9. In addition to its latest foldables, Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy Watch 8 series of smartwatches. Before they’re even official, the latest Samsung Health update is advertising features with “Watch 8 series” support. Mobile tech fans are all too familiar with the cat-and-mouse game of leaks and rumors in the cycle leading up to the launch of any major new product. For the mos

The viral Air Purifier Table is my smart home's MVP and it's on sale for the best price I've seen

ZDNET's key takeaways The SwitchBot Air Purifier table is available for $258. This large-capacity air purifier has a washable prefilter, a color-changing night light, a wireless charger, and acts as a table. While the air purifier works as intended, the table is small, and the smart capabilities are incompatible with Apple Home. $193.74 at Amazon The SwitchBot 4-in-1 Air Purifier Table is one of my favorite smart home devices ever, and it's on sale for only $155 (save $115) during Prime Day.

Released in March, the New iPad Air Is Already Cheaper Than the Previous Model Thanks to Prime Day

Apple’s iPad Air has traditionally been the top choice for those who want an upscale tablet experience short of going all the way to the iPad Pro. Apple’s latest 11-inch iPad Air, which debuted in March, is already causing a splash on this Prime Day with its price reduction that puts it below last year’s model. Amazon is currently offering the new iPad Air for $479, a discount from its usual $599: This 20% discount marks a new all-time low for this model, and makes it one of the most compelling

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You May Want to Buy a Nintendo Switch 2 Before Tariffs Drive Up the Price

Nintendo’s Switch 2 may have avoided a tariff-related disaster at launch, but today is a new day full of fresh economic horrors, and that means (unfortunately for everyone) potentially new and more draconian U.S. tariffs. In letters to 14 countries sent on Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened to drastically hike tariffs by as much as 40% by the end of the month, which, for the record, marks a several-week extension of prior tariffs that were set to take effect on July 9. Among those countr

Our Favorite Back-to-School Picks for 2025

Somehow, it's that time of the summer again: Back-to-school season is on the horizon. That means it's time to start shopping. Whether you have a kiddo heading to kindergarten or college, they'll need a few key supplies to get the year started off right. To help you avoid last-minute scrambling, our editors have hand-selected some school essentials for you. From top-rated laptops, durable water bottles, smart notebooks and everything in between, these finds cover gear, gadgets and services that

How to watch Samsung’s foldable-filled Unpacked event

is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Samsung is preparing to parade the latest Galaxy-branded foldables, wearables, and perhaps some other surprises at its summer Unpacked event tomorrow, July 9th. The show is expected to cap off months of leaks around the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 phones, as well as the lightly redesigned Galaxy Watch 8 series smartwatches. When i

In a blow to Google Cloud, Replit partners with Microsoft

Replit on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership deal with Microsoft that should be good for business for both of them. Replit will become available through Microsoft’s enterprise cloud app store, Azure Marketplace, meaning Microsoft shops will be able to purchase Replit subscriptions there. Replit is also integrating its tech with a number of Microsoft cloud services like containers, virtual machines, and Microsoft’s version of Postgres — the database that Replit supports — called Neon Serv

OneText raises $4.5M from Y Combinator, Khosla to reinvent shopping by text

The typical online checkout experience has become bloated with friction. And while more companies are building solutions around online checkout, few are rethinking it from scratch. One such company is OneText, which is building what it calls a “text-to-buy network,” that lets shoppers complete purchases via text message. The company, founded by former PayPal employees, just closed a $4.5 million seed round backed by Khosla Ventures, Coatue, Citi Ventures, Y Combinator, Good Friends (the fund cr

A last-minute leak suggests Samsung will drop S Pen support from the Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked is less than a day away, but a last-minute deluge of pre-release information from WinFuture's Roland Quandt has detailed essentially everything we can expect from the company on July 9. The leak follows Monday's reveal from Quandt when he shared what appeared to be official spec sheets for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 7 FE. To those, Quandt added today what look like per-release marketing materials obtained directly from Samsung. In a Bluesky post spot

With Fitbit part of Google, Amazon Is Clearing Out the Fitbit Charge 6 at a New All-Time Low.

Google has owned Fitbit for a couple of years now, but that hasn’t slowed the brand’s momentum. The Charge 6 remains both a fashionable add-on and an excellent fitness tracker and its smartphone app is simply brilliant to use and navigate. For Prime Day, Amazon is debuting a huge 40% off discount, which brings the Charge 6 down to an all-time low. The deal is only for Prime members but if you are not a member, you can take advantage of a 30-day free trial to join in on the action. The Fitbit C

26 Best Prime Day Tech Deals on iPads, Kindles, and Phones (2025)

WIRED knows tech, and we know deals, which is why you're here. These are the best Prime Day tech deals on gear we've tested and liked to be found during Amazon's annual sale. Think of me as your shopping tech support, except better, as I won't even ask you to restart anything or put you on hold for hours. These are the best deals on WIRED-tested tech gadgets, including Kindles, smartphones, mesh wifi, and smart speakers. I've curated this list to include only our favorite tech products with gre

The Last of Us Part II’s new mode puts the story in chronological order

With season 2 of HBO’s The Last of Us in the books, and with no The Last of Us Part III coming in the immediate future, Naughty Dog has come up with an interesting way to funnel all the attention from the show into the game. The studio has released a new, free patch for The Last of Us Part II Remastered that lets you play the game in chronological order. The mode takes Abby and Ellie’s stories and interleaves them in chronological order rather than the nonlinear story of the original version of

Act fast: Lightning deal slashes $900 off the 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 6!

Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority No other foldable can multitask as well. Among a host of sensational Prime Day offers on Android smartphones, this lightning deal might be the pick of the bunch. The 512GB model of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is currently available for $1,119.99, down from its usual price of $2,099.99. This represents a massive $900 discount relative to the recommended retail price, making it not just a great deal but also the lowest price ever by a country mile. Samsung Galaxy

There’s now a cheaper Retroid Pocket Flip 2 available, but here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR The Dimensity 1100 edition of the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 will go up for sale later today. With the 72-hour early bird discount, it costs $50 less than the Snapdragon 865 version. The D1100 is powerful enough for PS2, but the SD865 has better driver support. The release of the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 earlier this year was rocky to say the least, with the looming threat of tariffs and halted shipping marring what was otherwise one of the most anticipated A

Wayve CEO Alex Kendall brings the future of autonomous AI to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 hits Moscone West in San Francisco from October 27–29, bringing together more than 10,000 startup and VC leaders for a deep dive into the future of technology. One of the most compelling conversations on one of the AI Stages will feature a panel of innovators redefining what intelligent systems can do — and among them is Alex Kendall, co-founder and CEO of Wayve. From research breakthrough to real-world autonomy Kendall founded Wayve in 2017 with a bold vision: to unloc

Malicious Chrome extensions with 1.7M installs found on Web Store

Almost a dozen malicious extensions with 1.7 million downloads in Google's Chrome Web Store could track users, steal browser activity, and redirect to potentially unsafe web addresses. Most of the add-ons provide the advertised functionality and pose as legitimate tools like color pickers, VPNs, volume boosters, and emoji keyboards. Researchers at Koi Security, a company providing a platform for security self-provisioned software, discovered the malicious extensions in Chrome Web Store and rep

This sunrise alarm clock improved my sleep routine, and it's $30 off for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The Hatch Restore 3 retails for $170 and comes in three neutral colors. It has a new design with bigger buttons and an upgraded app with more bedtime routines. The device is rather large, and you'll have to pay for a monthly subscription to utilize the app's whole experience. $169.99 at Amazon $169.99 at Target $169.99 at Best Buy more buying choices The Hatch Restore 3 is $30 off for Amazon's Prime Day sales event, making it cost just $140. Also: The best Prime Day dea

Amazon Is Going All In, Apple Watch Ultra 2 Drops to a Price That’s Sure to Make Apple Furious

Prime Day always offers deep discounts on the whole Apple lineup, just not iPhones. This year is no exception with huge discounts on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks, AirTags… and even the new Apple Watch Ultra 2! Even with its recent launch and best-seller status, Amazon is offering a Prime members-only deal on the Apple Watch Ultra 2 that has never been offered before: For just $649, down from $799, this is the Apple Watch Ultra 2 (with GPS and Cellular, 49mm) lowest price ever. Even if you’re not a

The best Prime Day deals on charging accessories

is a commerce writer covering deals and buying guides. Previously, he was a freelance writer for Popular Mechanics, Men’s Health, and Esquire. Between our rotation of everyday devices, keeping them all charged can feel like a constant juggling act. Thanks to Prime Day, though, finding deals on the right charging accessories can help tame the chaos. A great GaN wall charger, for example, can power multiple devices simultaneously while reducing desk clutter. And a versatile power bank ensures you

Samsung’s event spoiled by massive last-minute leak

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is just one day away, but a new leak may have just revealed even more details and images of the company’s upcoming devices. In a series of posts on Bluesky, reliable leaker Roland Quandt shared a whole bunch of marketing materials that suggest Samsung is dropping support for the S-Pen on its slimmed-down Z Fold 7. Th