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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 best laptop deals we’ve found for Prime Day (so far)

is a reviewer covering laptops and the occasional gadget. He spent over 15 years in the photography industry before joining The Verge as a deals writer in 2021. Amazon has solid discounts on laptops during its four-day Prime Day sales event. One of the nice things about shopping during Prime Day, even if you don’t have the requisite Prime subscription, is that Best Buy and others often follow suit with their own competing deals. We found deals on models The Verge swears by — ones that should t

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Microsoft Teams now has threaded conversations

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Microsoft has added threaded conversations to its Teams communications app this week. After promising to launch the highly-requested feature in mid-2025, Microsoft is now releasing a public preview of threaded conversations for Teams users to enable. The Microsoft Teams threads integration debuts in the channels section of the app, where it works a little differently to how Sl

Mastodon is improving profiles and getting ready for quote posts

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Mastodon 4.4 is out now, and it brings a bunch of changes for things like profiles and lists and also lays the groundwork for quote posts. With profiles, you can now feature specific hashtags so that people can see all the posts you’ve tagged with those hashtags, the Mastodon says. Mastodon is also making a change to how pinned posts work: you can still pin up to five posts o

The Meta Quest 3S is down to its lowest price ever for Prime Day

Prime Day is in full swing, and we’ve already found close to 200 amazing deals. The Meta Quest 3S with 128GB of storage is one of them, thanks to a deal that knocks $50 off its usual $299 price. You can grab the latest VR headset for $249 ($50 off), its all-time low price, at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart during Prime Day. The mixed reality headset was released in January of 2025, and Verge news editor Jay Peters called it “a great first VR headset” in his review. The 256GB model that costs $32

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

Google Maps is now available on Garmin’s smartwatches

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Garmin has announced that a free Google Maps app is now available for most of the company’s smartwatches that lets you know where and how far your next turn is while walking, cycling, or running. Unlike the more robust version of Google Maps available for Wear OS that can be used to search for destinations and even navigate without a smartphone,

The complete Side Events lineup at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

Boston, are you ready?! TechCrunch All Stage 2025 is about to explode with energy — and the real magic kicks off with an epic lineup of Side Events lighting up the city from July 14–17! We’re just ONE WEEK AWAY, and we couldn’t be more pumped to unveil the full Side Events schedule — your ultimate passport to game-changing connections and unforgettable moments. From high-voltage networking mixers to mind-blowing innovation showcases, this is where Boston’s boldest tech minds come to connect, cr

ByteDance reportedly plans to release US-specific version of CapCut

In Brief TikTok owner ByteDance is planning to move U.S. users to a new version of CapCut, its video editing app, according to a report from Business Insider. Launching a U.S.-specific app could be part of the company’s broader plan to comply with a 2024 law requiring ByteDance to divest from TikTok and its other U.S. assets, or risk being forced to cease operations in the country. ByteDance is also reportedly developing a new version of TikTok for U.S. users ahead of an expected sale of the

Cybersecurity’s Unsung Heroes: Elevating Neurodiverse Talent in the Digital Age

They aren’t your average hires. They don’t glide through job interviews or thrive in open-plan offices. But when it comes to pattern recognition, threat modeling, or zero-day hunting, neurodiverse individuals often outperform their peers. And yet, they remain largely untapped in the cybersecurity workforce. If we’re serious about fortifying digital defense systems, it’s time we stop overlooking the neurodiverse minds that already think in ways most cybersecurity frameworks are only beginning to

Esports World Cup: The contest teams can't afford to miss

Esports World Cup: The contest teams can't afford to miss 37 minutes ago Share Save Andrew Rogers BBC Newsbeat Share Save Team Liquid Levi is one of the top professional EA Sports FC players in the world The second Esports World Cup (EWC) has begun in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Over the next seven weeks, teams from around the world will compete across 25 games including Call of Duty, League of Legends and EA Sports FC (EA FC). Up for grabs is a share of $70m (£50m). There are prizes for individual

An Unknown Entity Has Voice Cloned the Secretary of State and Is Calling High Level Officials

In a perfect example of why it's an absolutely terrible idea for high-level government officials to use personal cell phones, text messaging platforms, and apps like Signal, secretary of state Marco Rubio has fallen victim to a scammer who's been using AI to clone his voice and writing style. As the Washington Post reports, a July 3 State Department cable revealed that an impostor posing as Rubio had "contacted at least five non-Department individuals, including three foreign ministers, a US go

People Are Rizzing on Tinder Using ChatGPT, Then Showing Up to Dates Completely Tongue-Tied

Online dating apps have become a leading way to meet romantic partners, turning dating from an in-person experience into an often tedious, touchscreen-focused exercise. And with the advent of generative AI, that bleak landscape of modern dating is continuing to evolve in dystopian — and perhaps predictable — ways. As the Washington Post reports, a 31-year-old named Richard Wilson was startled when his date "had none of the conversational pizzazz she had shown over text." Her messages had incl

You can get the Google Pixel 9 for just $549 if you catch this Prime deal

Joe Maring / Android Authority A great deal is up for grabs for anyone in the market for a new smartphone. During this year’s Amazon Prime Day, you can snag the Google Pixel 9 for just $549. That’s a remarkable $250 off its regular price of $799, marking a 31% discount off the recommended retail price. This deal is the lowest price for the Pixel 9 ever and a real gem in the Amazon sale. Google Pixel 9 for $549 (31% off) The Google Pixel 9 packs a host of features that make it stand out. With a

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

Gemini’s new rainbow-colored overlay box is rolling out to beta testers

AssembleDebug / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s in the middle of freshening up Gemini’s look with new rainbow colors and some updates to the on-screen overlay. After the app icon got new colors last week, they’re now starting to hit the overlay in beta. We’re still waiting on the overlay’s new shape and on-screen animation to arrive. Pride might have been last month, but don’t tell Gemini, because Google’s AI agent is currently smack-dab right in the middle of a rainbow-fueled makeover. Aft

PSA: Apple TV+ is only $4.99/month on Prime Video this week

If you haven’t heard, Amazon’s annual Prime Day is sort of turning into a ‘Prime Week.’ And one special has already started: Apple TV+ subscriptions are now only $4.99/month through Prime Video. Last fall, Apple TV+ became available inside Amazon’s streaming ecosystem for the first time. What does this mean? Basically, that there’s now an alternate way to subscribe to and watch Apple TV+. Rather than subscribing through the Apple TV app, you can subscribe through Prime Video. Your Amazon cred

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Slow Horses gets season 7 renewal, three new seasons coming to Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has had its best year ever so far, and it’s bound to continue with returning hits this fall like the recently announced Slow Horses season 5. But with another announcement today, Apple confirmed we’ll keep getting new Slow Horses episodes for a long while yet: seasons 6 and 7 are now both official. Slow Horses season 7 is now official, likely for 2027 Out of all the shows on Apple TV+, none has been as consistently produced and released as Slow Horses. The spy thriller starring Gary

Apple cleared in case tied to two union-busting allegations at NYC retail store

Yesterday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit overturned a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision that found Apple in violation of federal labor law at its World Trade Center retail store in New York. Here’s what that means. A bit of background The case centers on events from 2022, during an organizing campaign by Apple store employees in coordination with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). One employee, Jordan Vasquez, testified that a senior manager asked him

Prime Day-1 Deals: AirPods Pro 2 $100 off, iPad mini 7 $120 off, M3 iPad Air all-time low, much more

We have already gathered all of the best Prime Day 2025 Apple deals over in our master hub, but we are also going to be highlighting some particularly notable deals on each of the four days as part of our usual Lunch Break feature. A clear winner here is the bananas $100 price drop on AirPods Pro 2, but we also have the best prices ever on the most affordable iPad mini 7 and M3 iPad Air configs at $120 off. All that and a whole lot more awaits below. Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 just hit the best pric

9to5Mac Daily: July 8, 2025 – iOS 26 beta 3 and Liquid Glass changes

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Roborock:The smartest vacuums just got more affordable. Roborock’s Prime Day sale has arrived—with exclusive, limited-time savings on their top models. New episodes of 9to5Mac Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or

The Walking Dead is coming to Dead by Daylight

Play as Rick Grimes, Michonne, or Daryl Dixon as you try to escape the Trials of The Entity. Behaviour Interactive never misses an opportunity to bring great crossover content to its crown jewel multiplayer survival game, Dead by Daylight. The latest chapter will bring major characters and set pieces from the world of AMC's The Walking Dead to the game. New survivors enter the fold, as players will be able to select from two iconic Walking Dead characters. You could choose to play as Rick Grim

Android malware Anatsa infiltrates Google Play to target US banks

The Anatsa banking trojan has sneaked into Google Play once more via an app posing as a PDF viewer that counted more than 50,000 downloads. The malware becomes active on the device immediately after installing the app, tracking users launching North American banking apps and serving them an overlay that allows accessing the account, keylogging, or automating transactions. According to Threat Fabric researchers who spotted the latest campaign and reported it to Google, Anatsa shows users a fake

I found a subscription-free smart ring that rivals Oura - and it's $50 off for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The Ultrahuman Ring Air is the brand's first foray into the smart ring space, and it's available for $349, no subscription required The ring is great for hardcore fitness enthusiasts and recreational exercisers looking to use their health data to optimize their wellness routines The app's user interface could be improved for easier access to daily logging functions. $349 at Amazon For Amazon Prime Day, the retailer is offering the Ultrahuman Ring Air at a $50 discount, b

This smart sock was one of my best purchases as a new mom - and it's $100 off for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The Owlet Dream Sock is an FDA-cleared baby sleep tracker that costs $299 and is FSA/HSA-eligible, though it is currently discounted for a limited time. It goes beyond your standard baby monitor by tracking your child's heart rate, blood oxygen, and sleep patterns with three alarms: a yellow incorrect fit alarm, a purple abnormal reading alarm, and a blue alarm when the sock is out of range or low battery. While false low oxygen and abnormal heart rate alarms are exceedin

These XR glasses gave me a 152-inch screen to work and travel with - and I can't go back

ZDNET's key takeaways The Viture Luma Pro XR glasses are available now for $499. They have higher resolution than their predecessor pair, they're comfortable thanks to the temple hinge and magnetic nose pads, and the SpaceWalker feature is awesome. Certain features require multiple press functions, and there are fewer myopia adjustments. View now at Amazon If you ever see me on a plane or commuter train, you'll find me with a pair of XR glasses either watching videos or working with an expand

I've tested several Android Auto wireless adapters, and my favorite is on sale for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The AAWireless Two typically costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that's a good problem to have. $51.99 at Amazon For a limited time, Amazon has the AAWireless Two listing for just $51 ($13 off), making the adapter an even better deal. Since I bought my first car three years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android A

These are the 5 weirdest wellness gadgets I can't live without (and they're all on sale for Prime Day)

'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

One of my favorite portable power stations for off-grid adventures is 30% off for Prime Day

EcoFlow River 2 Max. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET The EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station 499Wh variant is on sale for $279 for Prime Day, a $120 discount. Also: Our favorite EcoFlow portable power stations up to 50% off for Prime Day I love power stations. They're the off-grid adventurer's answer to the power bank. They're a huge box of batteries that can charge USB devices and run gadgets that need AC power. But power stations can be big, weighty things. That's fine if you have a ve