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Why I still recommend this $200 Android phone in 2025 - even though it's a year old

CMF Phone 1 ZDNET's key takeaways The CMF Phone 1 by Nothing, which starts at $239, is the best budget phone I've tested this year. The replaceable cover and accessories, excellent battery life, and AMOLED display stand out in a crowded market. For the price, the downsides include a lack of NFC and wireless charging, as well as a mere two-year software update policy. View now at Nothing View now at Amazon more buying choices As a phone reviewer, it's always a challenge to evaluate cheaper, su

Amazon disputes report that it raised prices of popular items since Trump took office

A report in The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) last week found that prices on Amazon’s low-cost essentials had risen since President Trump announced his plans for massive tariffs on international goods. Amazon responded with a lengthy blog post in response to the article, which describes the WSJ’s reporting as “fundamentally flawed.” WSJ analyzed the prices of 2,500 common Amazon items like cough drops, antibacterial wipes, and chicken broth, determining that the prices of these items increased on a

Deals: M4 MacBook Air from $799, M4 MacBook Pro all-time low at $300 off, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $150 off, more

We are ready to start off another week’s worth of 9to5Toys Lunch Break deal collections, and today we have some of the best deals of the year on MacBooks. Amazon is now offering $200 off every single M4 MacBook Air configuration, including both 16GB and 24GB models, with deals starting from $799 all-time lows. We then move over to the M4 MacBook Pro – it is now at its best Amazon price ever with $300 off the list price on various configurations. These deals also join $150 price drops on Apple Wa

Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 games are 10 percent off

I wasn’t expecting to see any deals on Switch 2 games for a while. Even though the console is currently much easier to find in stock, game discounts — especially ones on first-party Nintendo launch games — aren’t the norm. However, you can get 10 percent off on the likes of Mario Kart World, and the Switch 2 editions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild. Sure, these are small price drops, but anything that brings them closer to the cost of last-gen Switch games is

The handy CUKTECH 15 Ultra Power Bank is at a record-low price!

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Do you keep running out of battery? I’ve been searching for a battery pack that’s both easy to carry and powerful, and so far, the CUKTECH 15 Ultra Power Bank offers the perfect balance for my needs. It’s at a record-low price, too, and you can take it home for $71.99. That’s much more enticing than paying the full $109.99 retail price! Buy the CUKTECH 15 Ultra Power Bank for just $71.99 ($38 off) This offer is available from Amazon, and it comes in two stag

Millet mystery: A staple crop failed to take root in ancient Japanese kitchens

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Yayoi pottery confirm that both crops were present in early farming settlements in Northern Kyushu. Credit: Fukuoka City Education Board New research into ancient Japanese rice farming suggests that significant technological development does not always mean the abandonment of cultural practices, particularly culinar

I tested Panasonic's new affordable LED TV model - here's my brutally honest buying advice

Panasonic W70B ZDNET's key takeaways The Panasonic W70B is available for $549 (65-inch) and six other screen sizes. It's an entry-level LED TV that gets the job done. Slow loading times and subpar images are discouraging. View now at Amazon It's unusual, but for this review, I tested a 50-inch version of Panasonic's 2025 W70B Fire TV. (Usually, I test 65-inch models.) At $349 for this screen size, I spent some time testing the W70B, and here's what I can tell you about it. Also: The best Sam

These Stylish Bluetooth Headphones With Unbelievable Battery Life Are Cheaper Than Ever

Discount available: Marshall's Major V headphones are worth it even at full price but right now they're down to $100 -- or around 38% off -- on Amazon, their all-time lowest price on the site. This covers the black, brown and cream colored versions, but not the midnight blue version for whatever reason. I might not be a true battle-tested headphone expert like CNET's David Carnoy but I still love headphones and I'm confident in what I like about them. My most recent pickup, the Marshall Major V

Deals: 1TB M4 Pro MacBook Pro $350 off, AirPods Max up to $136 off, Find My gear, Mac Studio, more

Alongside the ongoing and particularly rare deal on the M2 Max Mac Studio at $900 off the original price, we have some fresh deals today to scope out as well. We are starting with a seriously deep discount on the 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM and the 1TB SSD at $350 off. Next up, we have up to $300 in savings on 13-inch M4 iPad Pro configurations, a chance to land the Midnight AirPods Max USB-C at $136 off and some notable accessory offers too – Apple’s latest all-black Ocean Band,

Save $100 on the DJI Mic 2, still at an all-time low price

The DJI Mic 2 remains a go-to mic system for content creators. As such, it is really nice to see it on sale, and right now you can get it at its all-time low price. If you’ve been looking to improve audio capture for your podcasts, videos, and more, this is your chance. You can take it home for just $249, instead of paying the full $349 retail price. Buy the DJI Mic 2 for only $249 ($100 off) This offer is available from Woot, an Amazon-owned deals website. There is a limit of 10 units per cust

The Outer Worlds 2 Walks Back $80 Price, Now Launching at $70

The Outer Worlds 2 from Obsidian Entertainment was set to be the third game to follow the trend started by Mario Kart World of having a launch price of $80. Instead, it's another game that saw a price reduction after the initial announcement. Last month, The Outer Worlds 2 was one of the big titles shown at the Xbox Games Showcase and even had its own dedicated show after the event. Obisidan revealed the release date of Oct. 29 and the hefty price tag of $80, but the developer has since changed

Google's tool for virtually trying on clothes is now available in the US

At I/O 2025 in May, Google previewed a new AI-powered feature the company said would simplify online shopping. The tool allows you to upload a single, full-body photo of yourself to "try on" different pieces of clothing you find online. Following a limited preview, Google has begun rolling out the feature to users in the US. You can start trying on clothing for yourself by tapping the "try on" icon on any product listing on Google or apparel product result you find on Google Images. Powering th

Google has new ideas on how to save money while shopping online

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has begun rolling out its AI-powered tool that lets you try on new clothes. Additionally, it is bringing an advanced price tracker in Shopping results that alerts you every time the price of a saved product drops below a specified value. In the coming fall, it will also allow users to use AI Mode to get inspiration for outfits and interior design. In addition to rolling out AI Mode to all users in the US, Google showcased its AI-powered Try It On

Hot deal: The INIU Multi P21 doubles as a charger and power bank (Just bought one!)

I am kind of an aspiring minimalist, so the idea of dual-purpose tech really piques my curiosity. The same lifestyle also pushes me to buy as little as possible. I am the deals guy here at Android Authority, but despite going through hundreds of deals a week, I rarely really take advantage of any of them. Well, this sale on the INIU Multi P21 Power Bank got me. Let me tell you why I just ordered this one! Buy the INIU Multi P21 Power Bank for just $16.79 ($33.20 off) This offer is available fro

Deals: M4 Pro MacBook Pro 512GB $240 off or 1TB $330 off, Nomad Titanium band 49% off, MagSafe stand $44, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are headlined by the MacBook Pro. Amazon is now offering some notable discounts across the lineup, including the base M4 at $200 off the list price alongside an upgraded 1TB 14-inch variant at $330 off and the most affordable M4 Pro model at $240 off. Those deals join the ongoing $180 discount we are tracking on this 24GB MacBook Air as well as $119 off Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 and some notable accessory deals – Twelve South’s latest 15W HiRise 2 Deluxe

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I replaced my LG TV with this budget Panasonic model for a week - here's my buying advice

Panasonic W70B ZDNET's key takeaways The Panasonic W70B is available for $549 (65-inch) and six other screen sizes. It's an entry-level LED TV that gets the job done. Slow loading times and subpar images are discouraging. View now at Amazon It's unusual, but for this review, I tested a 50-inch version of Panasonic's 2025 W70B Fire TV. (Usually, I test 65-inch models.) At $349 for this screen size, I spent some time testing the W70B, and here's what I can tell you about it. Also: The best Sam

Nest Aware is getting pricier, but users says the service isn’t keeping up

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Nest Aware users are unhappy about rising prices despite worsening service quality. Users are bringing up issues with broken video history playback, unreliable familiar face detection, and more. Many are switching to alternatives like Ubiquiti or Reolink that offer better reliability and local control without subscription fees. Google recently increased the prices of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions, but many users say the service isn’

Countries across the world see food price shocks from climate extremes

"Until we get to net-zero emissions, extreme weather will only get worse, and it's already damaging crops and pushing up the price of food all over the world,” said Maximilian Kotz, BSC researcher and lead author of the study. British potatoes, Californian vegetables, South African maize and Indian onions are among many foods affected by recent price shocks driven by weather extremes, according to a team of international scientists. The study, led by Maximillian Kotz of the Barcelona Supercomp

Deals: M3 iPad Air all-time low at $250 off, 24GB MacBook Air $180 off, Mac mini, and more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are starting with a new Amazon all-time low on the 1TB M3 iPad Air – the 11-inch Cell model is now just shy of $250 off to deliver the lowest price we have tracked to date. From there we move over to a couple Mac models that are now even lower than yesterday with the 24GB M4 Pro Mac mini at $152 off the Apple price and the Midnight 15-inch 24GB M4 MacBook Air at $180 off. Head below for even more including a look at the all-new PowerBug. This upgraded M3 iPad

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This budget-friendly Panasonic TV can replace your old one in a pinch (but that's about it)

Panasonic W70B ZDNET's key takeaways The Panasonic W70B is available for $549 (65-inch) and six other screen sizes. It's an entry-level LED TV that gets the job done. Slow loading times and subpar images are discouraging. View now at Amazon It's unusual, but for this review, I tested a 50-inch version of Panasonic's 2025 W70B Fire TV. (Usually, I test 65-inch models.) At $349 for this screen size, I spent some time testing the W70B, and here's what I can tell you about it. Also: The best Sam

These Stylish Bluetooth Headphones With Unbelievable Battery Life Are Still a Steal After Prime Day

Discount available: Marshall's Major V headphones are worth it even at full price, but right now they're down to $111 -- or around 31% off -- on Amazon, which is still a great deal. I might not be a true battle-tested headphone expert like CNET's David Carnoy, but I still love headphones and I'm confident in what I like about them. My most recent pickup, the Marshall Major V on-ear Bluetooth headphones, quickly became a pair that I adore. What is Marshall? Marshall is a British audio hardware

Deals: 24GB M4 MacBook Air $179 off, M4 Pro Mac mini $150+ off, USB-C AirPods Max $99 off, more

Your Monday edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now live with notable discounts on Apple’s Midnight 15-inch 24GB M4 MacBook Air at $179 off courtesy of Amazon to join the ongoing $200 price drop on the 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro. Next up, we move over to the 24GB M4 Pro Mac mini at over $150 off that landed over the weekend alongside this morning’s $99 discount on the USB-C AirPods Max and up to $399 off iPhone 16 Pro Max units. Just make sure you scope out the all-time low on Twelve South’s AirFly S

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What happens when housing prices go down?

There’s a theory about housing that has taken hold with a kind of religious fervor: If you want to make housing more affordable, just build more of it. Supply and demand. Simple economics. This narrative is now dominating housing policy discussion across the political spectrum. Deregulate, upzone, speed up approvals, let the market work. And if you build enough homes, the theory goes, prices will come down. But here’s the question almost no one asks: What happens when prices actually start to

Airbnb allowed rampant price gouging following L.A. fires, city attorney alleges

L.A. City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto’s office accused Airbnb of allowing illegal price hikes following the January firestorm. The platform denies the allegations. The Los Angeles city attorney’s office has filed a lawsuit against Airbnb, accusing the home-sharing platform of allowing price gouging and unverified hosts and addresses at more than 2,000 rentals following the January firestorm in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. In a statement, L.A. City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto’s office accused

Tesla Launches Blitz Sale to Revive Sales Ahead of EV Tax Break Cliff

Tesla has fired the first major shot in a brewing electric vehicle price war, launching a series of aggressive new promotions across its lineup as the market braces for the end of a crucial federal incentive. With the $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicles set to expire on September 30, Elon Musk’s company is moving preemptively to lock in buyers and pressure competitors. On a newly updated section of its website titled “Current Offers,” the company warns of “Limited Inventory – Ta

Delta Announces New System Where AI Makes Up the Price for Your Ticket on the Spot

In the latest sign frivolous and irritating use of AI, US airline Delta is looking to harness the tech to set prices for each individual customer, instead of just listing what they actually cost. As Fortune reports, the airline is looking to push the boundaries of how much passengers are willing to shell out for a plane ticket. By the end of this year, Delta hopes to price 20 percent of its tickets individually, using AI. The practice has already drawn plenty of scrutiny from lawmakers and pri

Americans Are Paying $78 Monthly for Internet on Average: Here’s What to Do if Your Bill Is Too High.

If you've been with the same internet provider for a while, it probably seems like it gets more expensive by the year. That's not wrong: 63% of adults are paying $195 more on average for internet than they did last year, and high prices are the no. 1 reason people choose not to have a home internet connection at all. I analyzed over 150 plans from the country's biggest internet providers to figure out what the typical cost of internet is in the US, and I found that the median price is $63 per m

Deals: Most affordable M4 MacBook Pro $200 off, 24GB Mac mini $110 off, iPhone 15 up to $449 off, more

Friday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now up for grabs and headlined by the M4 MacBook Pro. After skipping out on the Prime Day event entirely, Apple’s most affordable M4 MacBook Pro has now dropped $200 at Amazon to deliver the lowest price online for the least pricey model in the lineup at $1,399. Those offers join up to $179 off models in the M4 MacBook Air lineup and the return of Prime Day pricing on the 24GB M4 Mac mini, but we also have unlocked iPhone 15 units at up to $449 off the ori

Don't Fall for These Internet Pricing Traps From Your Provider

At CNET, we extensively cover different ways to lower your internet bill. But one major factor that is often overlooked is how you can protect yourself from internet pricing traps. According to a CNET survey, over 63% of adults in the US saw their internet prices increase last year. Even worse, more than half of those who complained about their bill increasing still experienced unreliable internet. Why and how does this happen? Many of the top internet service providers hike their prices after

Delta Air Lines is using AI to set the maximum price you’re willing to pay

Delta Air Lines is leaning into dynamic ticket pricing that uses artificial intelligence to individually determine the highest fee you’d willingly pay for flights, according to comments Fortune spotted in the company’s latest earnings call. Following a limited test of the technology last year, Delta is planning to shift away from static ticket prices entirely after seeing “amazingly favorable” results. “We will have a price that’s available on that flight, on that time, to you, the individual,”