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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

The 180 best Prime Day 2025 deals that we found

Prime Day, Amazon’s four-day thunderdome of exclusive deals, is here. Outside of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we anticipate this to be the best moment of the year to score discounts on headphones, laptops, TVs, gaming gear, and really anything else that might be on your wishlist — or someone else’s. We sorted through thousands of deals, ultimately narrowing it down to including products we’ve tried (many of which we’ve reviewed) and can vouch for. To repeat, there will be four — count ’em — f

7 days until doors open at TechCrunch All Stage — and up to $475 in ticket savings vanish

We’re in the final countdown — TechCrunch All Stage kicks off in less than 7 days, and your chance to save up to $475 disappears when it does. This is the ultimate founder summit, built for every stage of your startup journey. Whether you’re a founder, co-founder, or investor, this is where scaling strategies are revealed and future-shaping deals begin. Ready to move faster, smarter, and further? All signs point to Boston on July 15. Right now, Founder Passes are just $100, and Investor Passes

Jeff Chow of Miro shares how team intelligence drives better product-building at TechCrunch All Stage

AI can help your team move faster — but only if your team knows how to move together. Join Jeff Chow, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Miro, for a roundtable sessions at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 in Boston’s SoWa Power Station, where he’ll break down how product-led innovation can supercharge collaborative problem-solving. This session, titled “Building Team Intelligence: How Product-Led Innovation Transforms Collaborative Problem-Solving,” and is built for founders, product leader

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Marks & Spencer chair refuses to say if retailer paid hackers after ransomware attack

In Brief The chairman of U.K. retail giant Marks & Spencer declined to tell a panel of lawmakers whether the company paid a hacking group following a ransomware attack earlier this year. “We’ve said that we are not discussing any of the details of our interaction with the threat actor,” said chairman Archie Norman, referring to the ransom payment. “We don’t think it’s in the public interest to go into that subject partly because it is a matter of law enforcement.” Norman said that “nobody” at

Moonvalley’s ‘ethical’ AI video model for filmmakers is now publicly available

The team at Moonvalley, a Los Angeles-based AI video generation startup, doesn’t think you can prompt your way to making a movie. That’s why the company on Tuesday opened up its “3D-aware” model to the public, promising a “hybrid” approach that gives filmmakers more control than other standard text-to-video models. Moonvalley first launched its model, named Marey, in beta in March, and has now released it as a monthly credits-based subscription. Users can pay $14.99 for 100 credits, $34.99 for

Exploring the future of voice AI with Mati Staniszewski at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

We’re excited to welcome Mati Staniszewski, co-founder and CEO of ElevenLabs, to the AI stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 in San Francisco. In a featured fireside chat, Staniszewski will dive into how AI-powered voice technology is transforming digital communication and interaction. Takeaways that blend technical depth with business impact ElevenLabs is leading innovation in audio AI, building tools that make synthetic voices more natural, expressive, and accessible.

Robinhood CEO downplays OpenAI concerns on tokenized stock structure

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says it's not "entirely relevant" that the trading platform's so-called tokenized shares of OpenAI and SpaceX aren't technically equity in the companies. It comes after OpenAI raised concerns about the product, which is designed to give users in the European Union exposure to various U.S. stocks — including private companies, which are less liquid than publicly listed firms. OpenAI last week warned that Robinhood's stock tokens do not represent equity in the company an

MIT Economist Warns AI Is Poised to Turn Economy Into "Mad Max" Scenario

MIT economist David Autor is warning that AI could create a "Mad Max" scenario, in which the job market becomes dominated by cheap and commoditized labor. Autor made his grim prediction during an interview on the "Possible" podcast, hosted by LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman and his chief of staff Aria Finger. When asked whether he thought society is headed towards a "Wall-E" scenario — where "people sit around on hovercraft armchairs watching holographic TV" — or much grimmer alternative, Auto

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Battling next-gen financial fraud

Synthetic identity fraud now costs banks $6 billion a year, making it the fastest-growing financial crime in the US Criminals are able to exploit personal data breaches to fabricate “Frankenstein IDs.” Cheap credential-stuffing software can be used to test thousands of stolen credentials across multiple platforms in a matter of minutes. And text-to-speech tools powered by AI can bypass voice authentication systems with ease. “Technology is both catalyzing and transformative,” says John Pitts, h

Our favorite Prime Day 2025 deals and the best of the rest we’ve found so far!

One of the biggest sales events of the year has arrived, and for the first time, Amazon Prime Day is a four-day deal bonanza. Many products are hitting their lowest prices ever this week, and the only real problem you’ll have is trying to find the sparkling gems amid the vast range of offers. We’re here to help on that front, having spent hours trawling the Amazon pages to pick out our favorite deals. We’ll run you through a few of our top highlights, and you can head further down to find a roun

T-Mobile is giving away DashPass subscriptions starting today

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR T-Mobile subscribers can now claim a free year of DoorDash DashPass (usually $120) through the T-Life app as part of a limited-time offer. DashPass gives you free or discounted delivery fees, extra promos, and Lyft perks, but this free promo doesn’t include the Max streaming benefit. Most T-Mobile users are eligible, and you have until August 4 to redeem; current DashPass subscribers will get a refund for unused time. In mid-June, T-Mobile celebrated

The Ulefone Armor 34 Pro has a projector, night vision, and a 25,500mAh battery

Ulefone If you thought rugged phones were all the same, Ulefone’s new Armor 34 Pro is out to prove otherwise. Launching with an Amazon Prime Day deal of $100 off, this device packs not just durability but an industry-first feature: a built-in autofocus projector. Imagine camping under the stars and projecting a 100-inch image directly from your phone. With 150 lumens of brightness, 480P resolution, and autofocus for easy setup, the Armor 34 Pro’s projector works anywhere, whether you’re a fire

Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon extend Play Protect to scan PWAs and WebAPKs during installation. This new feature could protect users from malicious PWAs used for phishing and data theft. Google has been silently protecting most Android devices through Google Play Protect, scanning the apps that users have installed, and warning them of nefarious ones. While platform-native apps remain the most popular method to access a service, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) remain

Apple Watch Series 10 sees a record discount to just $379.99

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority There’s nothing quite like a solid tech deal, and today’s highlight involves the popular Apple Watch Series 10. If you’ve had your eye on the best smartwatch for iPhone, now might be the time to make a move with a record $120 discount available exclusively on Amazon. Apple Watch Series 10 for $379.99 (24% off) Currently priced at $379.99, the Apple Watch Series 10 has dipped below its $499 tag. Though the sticker price reduction might not seem huge on paper,

iPhone 17e said to launch next spring, with identical display to 16e

A new supply-chain report suggests that the iPhone 17e will launch next spring, which is in line with previous reporting. It doesn’t sound like the upcoming model will be a major update, with today’s report indicating that it will use the exact same display as the iPhone 16e … This display was itself repurposed from the iPhone 14. One big question when Apple replaced the iPhone SE with the iPhone 16e was whether the new naming scheme pointed to an annual update. The SE had been updated at ran

Prime Day deal: Our favorite smart air purifier is $37 off right now

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 . Prime Day 2025 has brought a ton of deals to the internet, and one of the best at the moment is on an Engadget-approved air purifier. The Levoit Core 400S air purifier is on sale for $183, which is $37 off its usual price and not too far off of the lowest price we've seen. It's part of

Amazon asked corporate employees to help fulfill grocery deliveries for Prime Day

Amazon has asked its white collar employees to help fulfill grocery deliveries for Prime Day, according to The Guardian. The company has reportedly sent out a Slack message to its corporate workers in New York City, asking for "volunteers to help [it] out with Prime Day to deliver to customers on [its] biggest days yet." That message went out to everyone from engineers to marketers. Specifically, Amazon wants its officer workers to "volunteer" their time in two-hour shifts between 10AM and 6PM f

The newest Roku streaming players are on sale for Prime Day - Here's my buying advice

ZDNET's key takeaways The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are available now for $30 and $40, respectively. Both streaming devices are more compact than ever, only slightly larger than an HDMI port; they're also portable and can be powered by your TV These new Roku Sticks don't feature Find My Remote or backlit buttons, which are reserved for the high-end Roku remote. $29.99 at Amazon $34.99 at Walmart $29.99 at B&H Photo-Video more buying choices Prime Day features some of the b

5 surprise products we may see at Samsung Unpacked July - including smart glasses

Project Moohan headset Kerry Wan/ZDNET It's hard to believe that we're already halfway through 2025, and Samsung is kicking off the second half with force. The tech giant will hold its next Unpacked event tomorrow, Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. EST. Officially, we know very little about what will be shown on the big day, but that isn't to say that teaser information doesn't exist. Ever since the last Unpacked event back in January, several leaks and rumors have cropped up online, providing a v

What to expect from Samsung Unpacked tomorrow: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, Watch 8 Series, more

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Three things are certain when July comes along: backyard barbecues, late-night fireworks, and Samsung Unpacked. Just last month, Samsung confirmed that the next Unpacked event will take place on Wednesday, July 9, in Brooklyn, New York. This follows the host cities of Paris, France, and Seoul, South Korea, over the past two years -- with the company suggesting that it's chosen Brooklyn for its "bold ideas, creativity, and culture." Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 2025

Why I recommend this Kindle e-reader to bookworms and tablet users alike - especially at $100 off

ZDNET's key takeaways The Kindle Colorsoft is normally $279, but is on sale at Amazon. It has a bright display (even in direct sunlight), customizable color settings, and zippy performance while browsing titles and turning pages. It could be a bit larger to get the full effect of the color display. $279.99 at Amazon $279.99 at Target more buying choices The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition tablet comes with 32GB of storage and a generous $100 discount, bringing it down to just $180 (

The viral sleep earbuds that knocked me out are $35 off this Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The Ozlo Sleepbuds, created by three Bose engineers, launched last fall, and they are the most useful sleep earbuds I've tested so far The earbuds are $35 off during Prime Day The sound is perfect for masking environmental annoyances that keep you awake, and the fit is comfortable and secure. The sleep tracking feature hasn't hit the earbuds yet, and setup took a few tries and several glitches, but once these work in your ears, they get you to bed instantly. View now at

This 4K projector easily replaced my TV at home - and it's $900 off for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways Jmgo's N1S Ultimate 4K projector is typically sold for $2,899 at Amazon. It features astounding color and brightness, and is particularly portable. The case won't win any durability awards, and it needs a soundbar to really sound cinematic. View now at Amazon View now at Global.jmgo more buying choices For a limited time, you can pick up the Jmgo N1S Ultimate 4K projector for a whopping $900 discount on Amazon. Last September, laser TV manufacturer Jmgo released its 202

How I used the Pixel Tablet as my smart home display - and why it's worth it at $150 off

On Amazon, the 128GB Google Pixel Tablet is $150 off for Prime Day, bringing the price down to a more accessible $250. Google's Pixel Tablet marked the company's return to the tablet market after some years (previous efforts included the Pixel C and Pixel Slate). While it was highly praised as a near-perfect Android tablet, its reception was underwhelming. Also: I replaced my Kindle and iPad within hours of testing this tablet - and didn't regret it The Google Pixel Tablet is an 11-inch Andro

Best Prime Day laptop deals 2025: Live updates on MacBook, Windows, and more discounts

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

Best Prime Day Apple deals: My 30+ favorite sales live now

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

The one Android settings shortcut I can't live without - and how to customize it

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Android is chock-full of features that appeal to a wide variety of users. Some of those features have been met with wide acceptance, while others tend to be relegated to a smaller cross-section of users. Some features are there, waiting for you to make use of them, and yet they go either ignored or underused. One such example is Quick Settings. This feature has been available on Android for quite some time, and exists as a collection of tiles at the

Why I recommend the $450 Google Pixel 9a over flagship phones that cost twice the price

ZDNET's key takeaways The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange phone from the company and retails for $499. It features a new Tensor G4 chip, helpful AI tools, an improved main camera, and the largest battery of any Pixel. You'll have to settle for some budget trade-offs, including the lack of a telephoto lens and slower charging speeds. View now at Google View now at Amazon View now at T-Mobile more buying choices For a limited time, Amazon is offering the Google Pixel 9a for $50 off for P