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The SanDisk Ultra-Fast 2TB SSD Is Flying Off Shelves, Amazon Dropped Its Price (Again) to a New Low

If you’ve ever had to wait for the ancient speed of an old hard disk drive (HDD) to transfer large files, you know firsthand how infuriating it is. Now that files are becoming larger and workflows need faster transfers, a solid state drive (SSD) is no longer a luxury: it’s a must-have. The SanDisk 2TB SSD is one of them and Amazon just dropped the price to $144 from its list price of $210 (32% off) which is an all-time low for a drive that’s an absolute bestseller. See at Amazon Why Should Yo

'Superman' Early Screenings for Prime Members: How to Snag Tickets

Don't want to wait until July 11 to watch James Gunn's Superman movie? If moving that up three days sounds like a game-changer, Amazon could be your hero. As of Tuesday, US Amazon Prime members can buy tickets for early access screenings of Superman that will take place in select theaters on July 8 at 7 p.m. local time, according to a statement. A Prime membership costs $15 per month or $139 per year. 2025's Superman stars David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and R

Just Like Black Friday, Amazon Gives You a Free Arlo 2K Security Camera When You Buy One

Keeping your home or apartment safe is more important than ever and investing in high-quality security equipment is a smart move for peace of mind. Arlo has established itself as a global leader in home security and it is popular for its reliable and feature-rich cameras. While Arlo products are usually on the pricier side, every now and then, Amazon offers deals so good they’re hard to ignore. F or a limited time only, the Arlo Essential Security Camera 2K (2nd Gen) is available for an all-tim

These AirPods-Style Earbuds Are Nearly Free, Amazon Slashes Prices by 86% Just Before Prime Day

These wireless earphones may look very much like AirPods or Galaxy Buds at first glance, but they’re obviously distinct products. But with a record low price tag of just $21, currently discounted by 86% from a typical $160 price on Amazon, these represent a compelling trade-off for whoever is willing to sacrifice wireless audio quality but without a huge expense outlay. While you should not expect the premium finish or advanced features of higher-priced companies, these earbuds have been highly

Amazon Prime Video Now Showing Nearly 6 Minutes of Ads Per Hour, Double What It Was

Amazon is now showing four to six minutes of advertisements per hour on its Prime Video streaming service. That's about double the ad load from when the company introduced ads in January 2024, according to a report from ADWEEK. According to the report, which is based on information from six ad buyers and documents, Amazon notified investors of the increase in ads but has not made a public announcement of the change. Despite initial grumbling from consumers, Amazon introduced ads to Prime Video

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The best ereader to buy right now

Any ebook reader will let you cram a Beauty and the Beast-sized library’s worth of books in your pocket, but so will your phone. An ebook reader offers a more book-like reading experience, with fewer distractions and less eye strain, and many include extra features, like adjustable frontlighting. Some really are pocketable. Others are waterproof or offer physical page-turning buttons, while a few even let you take notes. I’ve been using ebook readers for nearly a decade, and I’ve gone hands-on

Prime Video: The 34 Absolute Best TV Shows to Watch

Reached the end of a binge and ready for something new? Prime Video may offer your next small-screen fixation. Amazon's streaming service is the place to visit for can't-miss originals like The Boys and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. With new shows premiering frequently, such as the postapocalyptic drama Fallout, you can choose a fresh release or start a series you've had on the back burner. Note that Prime Video is now ad-supported and charges an extra fee to remove commercials. Read on for this

The Beats Pill Portable Speaker Drops to a Nearly Giveaway Price, Cheaper Than Last Year’s Prime Day

A good portable speaker is an important part of any home. If you’re someone who lives alone and just likes to chill out to music and audiobooks, then a single portable speaker can be taken with you everywhere and help you out. If you live with friends or family, then you can keep it in the kitchen for background music while you eat. No matter the cause, a good one is worth its weight in gold. See at Amazon Well, thanks to an incredible deal on Amazon right now, you can currently get the Beats

Blue Origin Delays New Glenn Again—and It’s a Bigger Setback Than It Seems

After gaining momentum last year, Jeff Bezos’ rocket venture has hit another snag. The second flight of Blue Origin’s New Glenn slipped from early spring to late August, messing with the company’s original plan to launch its giant rocket eight times in 2025. Beyond missing launch targets, New Glenn’s recent delay also puts Project Kuiper—the internet satellites owned by Amazon—at risk of losing a critical operations license. This week, Dave Limp, the chief executive of Blue Origin, announced th

Amazon may double the time you spend watching ads on Prime Video

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR A new report says Prime Video is increasing its ad load to four to six minutes per hour. This doubles the amount of ad time ad-tier users were previously exposed to. In terms of lightest to heaviest ad experience, it’s said Amazon’s platform is now in the middle tier. Despite immense pushback from customers, Amazon introduced ads to Prime Video in 2024. While no one likes the idea of going from no ads to ads, at least the ad experience was light comp

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Deals: AirPods Pro 2 50% off (refurb), M4 MacBook Air $180 off, iPhone 16 Pro Max up to $399 off, more

Today’s deals feature the return of $180 in savings on the latest Midnight 15-inch M4 MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM, but we are first starting off with AirPods. Alongside the ongoing deals on AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods from $99, we also spotted a chance to grab Apple’s latest pro-grade buds at 50% off the list price courtesy of Best Buy’s in-house refurbishment program. From there we move over to iPhone – you can still score $400 off iPhone 16 Pro, but today we spotted iPhone 16 Pro Max refurbs at

Amazon’s Newest Model of Echo Dot Drops to Its Lowest Price of the Year, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

If you’ve ever wished your alarm clock could actually do something useful, like read you the news, show you the weather, or remind you of your grocery list, you need to invest in an Amazon Echo product. These devices can do all of that and more, all without forcing you to spend money you don’t have or don’t want to spend. And right now, you can get an even more affordable one thanks to this sale that’s live now. See at Amazon Head to Amazon to get the Amazon Echo Dot for $35, down from its usu

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 6-Core Is Now Near-Free With 54% Off, Currently One of Amazon’s Best-Selling Processors

If you’ve been toying with the idea of building a new PC or upgrading an older system, you’re in luck. You may have already noticed this, but prices on components like processors and GPUs have been steadily falling, and now’s the time to buy. Not sure where to start or what to buy first? We’ve got you covered, especially thanks to this deal that Amazon has offered up that can sweeten your gaming setup significantly, even if you’re more of an internet browser than a gamer. See at Amazon Head on

New All-Time Low Price Sparks Chaos, iPad 2025 Is Flying Off Shelves at Amazon

Apple’s iPad lineup has always catered to a wide variety of users, from those seeking an affordable, entry-level tablet to professionals who demand the absolute best from the premium iPad Pro. Among the choices currently on the market, there is one model at the top when it comes to the best blend of value, performance, and use: the 11-inch 2025 iPad. Currently, this iPad (A16 chip, 128GB, Wi-Fi) costs only $299 which is a huge reduction from its initial list price of $349. This is a 14% discoun

Amazon Slashes AirPods 4 Prices Just Before Prime Day, Now Closer to $0 Than $200

AirPods 4 are dominating Amazon this June and both Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) models and the non-ANC models of the new wireless earbuds are priced lowest ever. The non-ANC AirPods 4 currently cost $99 which is a price reduction from their initial price of $129. Meanwhile, ANC-packed high-end model with transparency mode and adaptive audio costs $148 compared to $179. See AirPods Without ANC at Amazon See AirPods With ANC at Amazon Same But Different The two devices only differ in their

How to Avoid Scams and Shoddy Wares on Amazon (2025)

With a few keystrokes you can find almost anything on Amazon ... and buy it with as little as a single click. It’s a wonderbox of capitalism. I once typed in “yak” for no good reason and Amazon’s algorithms suggested “yak cheese himalayan dog chews.” So I hit Enter and up popped pages filled with hundreds of different dog chews that I have since learned are an all-natural, satisfying, long-lasting treat for pups. Amazon had over 300 Himalayan dog chews to sift through, from hundreds of companies

The number of ads on Amazon Prime Video has doubled in less than 18 months

A hot potato: Do you feel like Amazon Prime Video has more ads than it used to? It's not your imagination. The streamer has reportedly increased the amount of ads to nearly double the number it showed when the basic tier became ad-supported. Amazon promised "limited advertisements" when it announced the controversial change to bring commercials to its Prime service, forcing customers to pay an extra $2.99 on their subscription to remove the interruptions. The ads arrived on Prime in January 20

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Amazon Is Clearing Out Fire TV Sticks, Prices Crash to a Level That’s Simply Too Good to Miss

Amazon is running one of its biggest Fire TV stick sales of the year and the record-low prices are mind-blowing. This flash sale is open to everyone so it’s a great time if you’re looking to upgrade their home entertainment system. With prices comparable to the best of Black Friday and Prime Day, the only problem is how long these prices will remain in effect before supplies are exhausted. As the center of Amazon’s streaming device lineup, the Fire TV Stick 4K is the top-selling model and headl

Amazon Prime Video Now Comes With Double the Ads!

It wasn’t that long ago that an ad-free experience was the default for streaming services. But companies need to make sure the line keeps going up, and one way to do that is to monetize the audience by serving them ads. Amazon introduced ads to its Prime Video streaming service last year, with the promise that it would be light and unintrusive. Well, time to juice those profits, because Adweek reports that Amazon will double the number of ads that it serves per hour to its viewers. Look at this

It’s Not Free Yet, but This 15″ HP Laptop (Core i7, 2TB SSD, 64GB RAM) Is $2,600 Off on Amazon

When it comes to laptops, there’s a model for every type of user – students, professionals, creative souls, and everyone in between. At the moment, Amazon is putting on an amazing sale on a model that meets all requirements: HP 15.6-inch touchscreen laptop (Intel Core i7, 2TB SSD, 64GB RAM) which is currently available at an all-time low price: This powerhouse of a machine (suited for any type of user) which normally costs $3,599, is now available for just $999 which is a 72% discount. This is

Amazon Is Selling Off This 56,800mAh Power Bank Stock, Now 85% Off the Original Price

Power banks have become essential companions for anyone who needs to keep their devices charged on the go. Whether you’re working remotely, traveling or simply out for the day, running out of battery on your smartphone, AirPods, or laptop can be a real hassle. While there are countless power banks available, many fall short in two critical areas: battery capacity and charging speed. That is why having a model that can do everything is a game-changer and right now, this Moihosso 56800mAh 22.5W p

Amazon Prime Video subscribers sit through up to 6 minutes of ads per hour

Amazon forced all Prime Video subscribers onto a new ad-based subscription tier in January 2024 unless users paid more for their subscription type. Now, the tech giant is reportedly showing twice as many ads to subscribers as it did when it started selling ad-based streaming subscriptions. Currently, anyone who signs up for Amazon Prime (which is $15 per month or $139 per year) gets Prime Video with ads. If they don’t want to see commercials, they have to pay an extra $3 per month. One can also

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How to Shop Like a Pro During Amazon Prime Day (2025)

Amazon Prime Day is arguably one of the most confusing shopping holidays in existence: It’s not even a “day” anymore, as last year the event spanned 48 hours. It includes some great deals—Amazon promises “millions of deals”—but the displayed discounts are often misleading, and while it’s advertised as a members-only event, some deals are available to people who don’t subscribe to Prime. Add in the frenzy of limited-time Lightning Deals and you’ve got a recipe perfect for spending too much money.

Amazon to invest $20 billion in AI data centers across Pennsylvania

What just happened? Amazon Web Services, one of the world's three largest cloud providers, is increasingly focused on artificial intelligence and large language models. The company is now planning a significant expansion of its AI infrastructure initiatives in Pennsylvania. Amazon has announced plans to invest at least $20 billion in new cloud computing facilities across Pennsylvania. The tech giant, founded by Jeff Bezos, says the move reflects its commitment to advancing artificial intelligen

Amazon Kuiper second satellite launch delayed by ULA due to weather

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is on the launch pad carrying Amazon's Project Kuiper internet network satellites, which are expected to eventually rival Elon Musk's Starlink system, at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on April 9, 2025. United Launch Alliance said Tuesday it was pushing back the second flight carrying Amazon 's Project Kuiper internet satellites due to "multiple weather delays during launch processing." The launch from Florida's Space

Deals: iPhone 16 Pro up to $400 off, black Apple Watch Ultra 2 from $530, iPad mini 7, and more

Alongside ongoing price drops delivering the best deals of the year on AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, not to mention an ongoing $180 price drop on the 24GB M4 MacBook Air, we have a fresh batch of deals to scope out today as well. Alongside iPad mini 7 models at $100 off, we spotted a big-time $269 price drop on black Apple Watch Ultra 2 units in refurbished condition – this deal might not last for much longer. Those offers join a $400 price drop on the black titanium 1TB iPhone 16 Pro, the very f

Prime Day 2025: When we can expect Amazon's annual sales event, plus everything else you need to know

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . This year’s Amazon Prime Day is coming soon, so it’s a good time to start thinking about the things you’ll want to look for once the deal wave hits. Everything from gadgets to clothes to household necessities will be on sale during the event as part of the Prime Day deals, and if you’r

Prime Video reportedly shows almost twice as many ads as it used to

If it feels like you spend a lot more time watching ads in Prime Video than you used to, that may not be a mistake. Amazon has increased the number of ads or "ad load" in Prime Video to four-to-six minutes of ads per hour, Adweek reports. Amazon's plan to increase the amount of advertising in its streaming service was previously reported in October 2024. Shifting to a max of six minutes of ads per hour is nearly double the up to three-and-a-half minutes of ads that could play when Amazon first

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You can produce video ads in seconds with Amazon's new AI tool - here's how

Michael Vi/Getty The process of creating advertisements is becoming a whole lot quicker with the help of generative AI. On Tuesday, Amazon Ads announced that its new Video Generation platform -- initially launched in beta in September -- is now generally available for all US customers. The tool has also been given some technical upgrades. Most notably, its AI-generated videos are smoother and more realistic, and it also generates a series of six different videos, giving advertisers a set of cr

This JBL PartyBox Club 120 Speaker Is Cheaper Than Last Prime Day, No Need to Wait for Upcoming Sales

We can all agree that Summer is here, right? Sure, it might not be the kind of Summer we’re all excited about, but the season of long days, BBQs, and big old get-togethers is upon us. It’s just nice to get outdoors and spend time with friends and family, and one key part of all of these things is music. That’s where this JBL PartyBox Club 120 portable party speaker comes in, and it’s currently $100 off on Amazon. This thing is an excellent way to boost the vibes at any party, no matter where yo