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Indeed, starting at $499, the Pixel 8a is less expensive than the base $699 Pixel 8 and $999 Pixel 8 Pro. AdvertisementGoogle Pixel 8a: FeaturesThe Google Pixel 8a in "Aloe" (left) and "Bay" (right). The Pixel 8a's cameras aren't the same as the Pixel 8's — they're actually the identical cameras from the Pixel 7a. AdvertisementGoogle Pixel 8a: PriceThere are two storage options for the Pixel 8a models, 128GB and 256GB, with the higher storage option only available in the "Obsidian" colorway. Storage Pixel 8a 128GB $499 256GB $559AdvertisementThe Google Pixel 8a is available for preorder now from the online Google Store, Best Buy, Amazon, and carriers like Verizon.

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The last time new iPads were released was in 2022, when some models got a refresh, including a standard 10th-generation iPad and iPad Air and Pro models. AdvertisementNew iPad Pros with OLED displaysThe expected upcoming iPad Pros could be quite a significant update. At the same time, OLED displays could hike the minimum price even further for the iPad Pro models, which are already the most expensive devices among the best iPads, starting at $799. The iPad Air has only been available in a 10.9-inch model to this point. The whole package could make the iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard combination look similar to a Mac laptop.

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☆ The affordable new OnePlus 12 phones could make you reconsider options from Samsung, Google, or even Apple. Here's a hands-on look and how to preorder.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-23 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | Senior Tech Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Learn moreOnePlus announced the launch of its latest OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R phones in the US on Thursday after launching the devices in China in December 2023. Antonio Villas-Boas/Business InsiderThe OnePlus 12 is available to preorder now from the OnePlus website, Amazon, and Best Buy. The OnePlus 12R is also available for preorder from the OnePlus website, Amazon, and Best Buy. The OnePlus 12 supports 80W wired charging speeds and 50W wireless charging speeds, which still astounds me after reviewing hundreds of phones. Photos taken with the OnePlus 12 have truly impressed so far, with gorgeous lighting and vibrant colors that aren’t oversaturated.

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☆ Apple's biggest new product since the iPhone, the Vision Pro, launches soon — here's how to order the 'spatial reality' headset
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-17 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | Senior Tech Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality device that combines virtual and augmented reality, but Apple would rather you call it a "spatial reality" headset. AdvertisementApple Vision Pro: How to orderPrepare for the (slightly convoluted) process of ordering an Apple Vision Pro. AppleThe purchasing process for the Apple Vision Pro is more involved than the company's other products. AdvertisementApple Vision Pro: FeaturesThe Vision Pro projects hovering displays to your eyes, and can be used to run apps as you would on a Mac computer with multiple monitors. The Apple Vision Pro can also play videos on a hovering display that feels like a huge TV.

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Samsung's new lineup includes the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. SamsungThe base Galaxy S24 starts at $799.99, the Galaxy S24 Plus at $999.99, and the Galaxy S24 Ultra at $1,299.99. AdvertisementSamsung Galaxy S24: New featuresSamsung brought several new features and updates to its Galaxy S24 lineup. The base Galaxy S24 model is now 6.2 inches instead of 6.1, and the Galaxy S24 Plus is now 6.7 inches rather than 6.6 inches. The base Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus also got a slight redesign with less rounded, more rectangular edges.

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We're seeing tons of great deals on gaming gear, including solid-state drives (SSDs) that can be used to expand your PS5's storage capacity. One of the best Cyber Monday PS5 SSD deals you can grab right now is $100 off the WD Black SN850X with 1TB of storage. If you're shopping for extra PS5 storage, we recommend picking up this deal while it's still kicking. For more M.2 SSD options, be sure to check out our guide to the best SSDs for PS5. You can also find more of the holiday's best deals in our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals.

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TVs typically come with wimpy built-in speakers, so these Cyber Monday soundbar deals can help you upgrade your audio setup without breaking the bank. Indeed, our pick for the best soundbar overall, the Yamaha YAS-209 is down to the lowest price we've ever seen for it. These Cyber Monday soundbar deals should last through the end of the day, but will likely expire at midnight. Best Cyber Monday deals on soundbars right nowDo soundbars offer better audio quality than your TV's built-in speakers? Generally, we recommend upgrading to a soundbar or full-fledged home theater system to get the best audio experience.

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Tech discounts feature prominently among the best Cyber Monday deals and include stellar sales on headphones and earbuds. There are several different types of headphones and earbuds, but we're focusing on wireless noise-canceling headphones, wireless earbuds, with a sprinkling of gaming headsets. Best Cyber Monday deals on headphonesBeats Solo3 $99.95 $199.95 Save 50% The Solo3 headphones are perfect for commuting, studying, the gym, or zoning out during family road trips. The Galaxy Buds 2 are a great choice for Android users seeking a solid pair of mid-range buds. Best Cyber Monday deals on gaming headphones

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Though Apple's store only has a gift card promotion right now, several other retailers are offering much better Cyber Monday iPhone deals. The best Cyber Monday Apple iPhone deals come straight through carriers like AT&T and Verizon. It's worth noting that most Cyber Monday Apple iPhone deals aren't just a straight discount on the iPhone itself. To help, we've rounded up the best Cyber Monday iPhone deals below, as well as the stipulations some of them require. The best Cyber Monday Apple iPhone dealsSome Cyber Monday trade-in deals lead to huge discounts on iPhones, and many let you get an iPhone entirely for free.

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Learn moreBlack Friday is going strong with tons of great deals on gaming gear, including solid state drives (SSDs) that are perfect for expanding your PS5 console's storage. One of the best Black Friday PS5 SSD deals right now is on the WD Black SN850X with 1TB of storage. The WD Black SN850X more than doubles the PS5's built-in storage, and it exceeds the required speeds needed to play PS5 games. It comes with a heatsink as well, which Sony recommends for all PS5 drives. If you're looking for more M.2 SSD options, check out our guide to the best SSDs for PS5.

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Right now, you can snag excellent Black Friday hard drive deals, and I've scoured through all of the discounts to find three models that I think are especially worth the money. With that in mind, the three best Black Friday hard drive deals I'm recommending include some of the fastest and most modern solid state drives (SSDs) you can buy. Best Black Friday deals on hard drives todayDoes my hard drive need a heatsink? All three of the hard drives I recommend come with heatsinks to help cool them during heavy use. Which brand hard drive should you buy?

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☆ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: A larger cover screen and redesigned hinge make the new foldable option a better buy
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-18 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | Senior Tech Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

AdvertisementAdvertisementSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: DisplaysThe Galaxy Z Flip 4 (left) and Z Flip 5 (right) share very similar interior displays, save for extra brightness on the latter. AdvertisementAdvertisementSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: Performance and storageThe Galaxy Z Flip 5 runs on a specialized version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that's technically more powerful than the Z Flip 4's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. AdvertisementAdvertisementSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: CamerasThe Galaxy Z Flip 4's photo is brighter than the Z Flip 5's, but not in a good way. AdvertisementAdvertisementSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: Battery lifeThe Z Flip 4 and Z Flip 5 have the same 3,700mAh battery and performed the same in our battery test. AdvertisementAdvertisementSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 5: PriceYou can get the Galaxy Z Flip 4 or Z Flip 5 at significant trade-in discounts.

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Apple revealed the iPhone 15 starting at $799, and iPhone 15 Plus at $899, during its "Wonderlust" event on Tuesday, alongside the iPhone 15 Pro models. AdvertisementAdvertisementiPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus: priceThe iPhone 15 starts at $799 — the same price as the iPhone 14 at launch. AdvertisementAdvertisementThe iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have a September 22 release date, with preorders starting on September 15 from Apple. iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus: new featuresThe iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus include a Dynamic Island, which was previously exclusive to the high-end iPhone 14 Pro models. The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus run on the A16 Bionic processor that ran the iPhone 14 Pro models.

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The iPhone 15 Pro starts at $999, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max starts at $1,199. AdvertisementAdvertisementiPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: priceThe iPhone 15 Pro starts at $999. AdvertisementAdvertisementiPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: new featuresAs we've come to expect based on Apple's usual pattern for iPhone upgrades, it's the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max which have the bulk of the upgrades compared to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. Like the standard iPhone 15 models, however, the iPhone 15 Pro models swap Lightning for USB-C charging and data transfers. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max also received a new customizable Action Button that replaces the iPhone's signature and iconic ring/silent switch.

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Motorola announced its new Razr and Razr Plus foldable phones on June 1. Motorola's Razr Plus fixes my biggest issue with clamshell-style foldable phonesThe Razr Plus doesn't have the bottom lip that the previous model had, which makes for a cleaner look. Now, the Razr and Razr Plus have a modern clamshell design, where both halves are identical and flat. Motorola's standard Razr could be the most affordable foldable phone you can buyThe standard Razr also lacks the bottom lip of the previous Razr iteration for a cleaner overall look. Motorola Razr and Razr Plus specs

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☆ Google's Pixel Tablet has the best chance of any Android tablet to take on Apple's iPads. Here's a hands-on look and how to preorder.
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | Senior Tech Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Google Pixel Tablet The Pixel Tablet has a premium design and runs on the same processor as Google's flagship Pixel 7 phone series. With the Pixel Tablet, Google is trying for the second time to enter the tablet space that's dominated by Apple's iPads. Google Pixel Tablet: Hands-on impressionsThe Google Pixel Tablet feels like a premium tablet and has the same performance as the company's top phones. The Android OS also feels at home on the Pixel Tablet, unlike some other Android tablets. Google Pixel Tablet: Specs

Google Pixel Fold Google's Pixel Fold is a premium, foldable phone that looks to justify its $1,800 price tag with versatile functionality and multitasking features. In many respects, Google's Pixel Fold offers a design and functionality similar to its main competitor, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4. Google Pixel Fold: Hands-on impressionsThe Pixel Fold's exterior screen looks and feels like a regular phone screen. Antonio Villas-Boas/InsiderThe Pixel Fold is available for pre-order from Google's Store online now for a starting price of $1,799. Google Pixel Fold: Specs

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are Apple's newest high-end smartphones. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: CamerasBoth the iPhone 14 Pro Max and Pixel 7 Pro sport triple-lens camera systems, including main, ultrawide, and zoom cameras. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Battery lifeThe iPhone 14 Pro Max (left) has better battery life than the Pixel 7 Pro (right) Antonio Villas-BoasThe iPhone 14 Pro Max has one of the best results we've seen in our battery life test at 67% remaining. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Special featuresThis is where Google's Pixel 7 Pro comes into its own when compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. iPhone 14 Pro Max Google Pixel 7 Pro 128GB $1,099 $899 256GB $1,199 $999 512GB $1,399 $1,099 1TB $1,599 N/AiPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which should you buy?

Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (256GB) Amazon’s $200 deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: Performance and battery lifeBoth the Galaxy S23 Plus (left) and Galaxy S23 Ultra (right) have the same performance, but the Galaxy S23 Plus surprisingly has better battery life. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: CamerasOne of the Galaxy S23 Ultra's main differentiating factors is its camera system. Galaxy S23 Plus Galaxy S23 Ultra 256GB $999.99 $1,199.99 512GB $1,119.99 $1,379.99 1TB N/A $1,619.99To be sure, Samsung and carriers (especially carriers) offer tempting trade-in deals for your old phone to offset the cost of a new Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: Which should you buy?

That's why it's difficult to recommend casual iPad users to spend $270 more for the iPad Air series. Still, the 2022 iPad Air is our mid-range pick for the best iPad. Conversely, the 2022 iPad Air is the value champion for power iPad users. Deal Apple iPad Air (2022) With its powerful processor and mid-level pricing, the 2022 iPad Air is a little overkill for running simple, popular apps and video streaming. Get the 256GB iPad Air, or the base 64GB iPad Air if you don't need the storage.

Samsung's Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus only differ in size, battery life, and storage options. If you prioritize battery life, though, you should opt for the larger Galaxy S23 Plus. Choosing between the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus can simply boil down to size preference — if you prefer smaller phones, the Galaxy S23 is your champion, and those who prefer larger screens should gravitate toward the Galaxy S23 Plus. Just know to expect longer battery life on larger phones, like the Galaxy S23 Plus. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) Amazon is taking $100 off the Galaxy S23 (2023), the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

Amazon is currently hosting deals for Samsung's latest Galaxy S23 phones, including the standard Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, for a limited time. And the Galaxy S23 Ultra that typically costs $1,200 is down to $1,000 — that's $200 off, and the same regular price as the Galaxy S23 Plus. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (256GB) Amazon’s $200 deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) Save $150 on Amazon for the Galaxy S23+, a larger-screen version of the S23 (6.6 inches versus 6.1). Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) Amazon is taking $100 off the Galaxy S23 (2023), the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: ScreensThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have very different screens. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Performance and smart featuresThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro run on the same processor, which helps run the same set of smart features that Google’s Pixel phones are known for. Antonio Villas-Boas/InsiderPixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Battery life and chargingThe Pixel 7 surprisingly showed a better result than the bigger Pixel 7 Pro in our battery test. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: PriceThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro differ pretty dramatically in price, with a steep $300 delta between each model's storage options. Pixel 7 Pixel 7 Pro 128GB $599 $899 256GB $699 $999 512GB N/A $1,099Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which should you buy?

You can still buy the Apple Watch Series 3, even though Apple no longer supports it. For a budget Apple Watch with better value, we recommend the 2022 Apple Watch SE instead. Apple Watch SE (2022) The second-generation Apple Watch SE is Apple’s new reigning budget smartwatch. Antonio Villas-BoasThe 2022 Watch SE replaced the Series 3 as the entry-level Apple Watch. Considering that the Apple Watch Series 3 is still functional and very good for the most basic tasks, some buyers might overlook its discontinued support.

☆ This chronically online writer believes he gamed Twitter's For You algorithm. Here's how he made his tweets go viral.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-05 | by ( Lloyd Lee | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Ryan Broderick noticed engagement on his tweets sharply dropped in recent months. There were a few things Broderick noticed about tweets on the For You page. Broderick also saw that Twitter's algorithm was prioritizing "already-viral" content, which he suspects might be the reason why everyone was seeing the same tweets. This Insider reporter saw Broderick's tweets about Marvel and his theory about Twitter's algorithm on the For You tab before following or interviewing Broderick. Broderick encourages the idea of other people using his method to try to game Twitter's algorithm and further highlight the problem.

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