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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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☆ Chinese retailers further discount iPhone 15 amid slowing sales
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-29 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Customers are experiencing the newly launched iPhone 15 at Apple's flagship store in Shanghai, China, on September 24, 2023. Major Chinese third-party retailers JD.com , TMall and Pinduoduo are battling for customers by offering more steep discounts on Apple's iPhone 15 just five months after launch, as the U.S. tech company suffers slowing sales in China. Third-party retailers are also offering discounts of as much as 10% on Apple's iPhone 14 Pro. The iPhone 15 launch came at a time of slowing sales for Apple in China where it faces rising competitive pressure from domestic rivals like Huawei and Xiaomi . On Thursday, the third-party retailers were offering discounts on all four models of the iPhone 15 series, including the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, Reuters checks showed, with some models on sale at up to 1,300 yuan ($180.68) less than the usual price.

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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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We're here to help keep your bank account above water by pointing out the Black Friday Meta Quest 3 and Oculus Quest 2 deals and bundles that'll fetch maximum savings. The Oculus Quest 2 made VR gaming much more accessible and was the first mainstream hit for VR hardware. Oculus Quest 2 Black Friday dealsWalmart and Amazon have taken $50 off the Oculus Quest 2 as part of its early Black Friday deals. Browse more Quest 2 deals: Amazon | Walmart | Best BuyMeta Quest 3 Black Friday dealsDon't hold your breath for massive discounts on the hardware for Meta Quest 3 deals on Black Friday. You're much more likely to find a Meta (aka Oculus) Quest 2 on sale during Black Friday than the newer model.

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The best Google Pixel 8 screen protectors provide dependable protection against chips, cracks, and scratches. Our top overall pick for protecting the Pixel 8's screen is the Zagg InvisibleShield Glass Elite screen protector. Learn moreFAQsDoes the Google Pixel 8 need a screen protector? See our guide to the best Google Pixel 8 cases. No, a Pixel 7 screen protector will not fit a Pixel 8 because the newer model has a smaller screen.

Google launched its new flagship Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones at the company's Made by Google event on Wednesday. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are available to preorder now ahead of their October 12 release date. AdvertisementAdvertisementGoogle Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro: priceThe Google Pixel 8 starts at $699 with 128GB of storage. The Google Pixel 8 Pro starts at $999 with 128GB of storage. AdvertisementAdvertisementThe Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are available to preorder now from Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store website.

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☆ Meta Quest 3: Zuckerberg unveils mixed-reality VR headset
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-27 | by ( Jennifer Korn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —Meta is moving forward in its efforts to dominate the AR world with the new and improved Meta Quest 3. Unveiled by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at the company’s virtual Meta Connect event Wednesday, the headset starts at $500 and is a complete redesign of earlier models. The Meta Quest 2 allows for strictly virtual reality, while the Meta Quest Pro has advanced passthrough cameras for seeing your actual surroundings, but it costs a whopping $1,000. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveils the Meta Quest 3 at Meta Connect in Menlo Park, California, on September 27, 2023. To get ahead of Apple’s June unveiling of the Vision Pro, Zuckerberg teased the Meta Quest 3 just days before its rival’s big announcement.

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☆ Apple iPhone 15 Pro review: Lighter weight makes a huge difference
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-19 | by ( Kif Leswing | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +13 min

In addition to the Pro models, Apple also offers two cheaper options, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, which cost $799 and $899 and up. Here's what's new and exciting about the iPhone 15 Pro phones:What's goodTitaniumThe "natural titanium" finish is the most noticeable new iPhone color. The iPhone 14 Pro is in the back and the iPhone 15 Pro is in the front. On the right: 5x zoom photo taken with the iPhone 15 Pro Max Kif Leswing/CNBCIt's also a reason to reach for the bigger iPhone 15 Pro Max over the cheaper but lighter and smaller iPhone 15 Pro. ConclusionThe iPhone 15 Pro on the left, the iPhone 15 Pro Max on the right.

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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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Learn moreLooking for the best iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max deals? Best iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max dealsiPhone 15 Pro deals at VerizonVerizon offers the iPhone 15 Pro for free to new and existing customers who add an Unlimited Ultimate line or up to $1,000 off any other iPhone 15 model when trading in any previous iPhone. Other iPhone 15 Pro trade-in offersBoth Apple and Best Buy allow you to trade devices in for credit that you can use toward an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max. iPhone Models Estimated trade-in values iPhone 14 Pro Max Up to $650 iPhone 14 Pro Up to $570 iPhone 14 Plus Up to $470 iPhone 14 Plus Up to $470 iPhone SE (3rd generation) Up to $160 iPhone 13 Pro Max Up to $580 iPhone 13 Pro Up to $480 iPhone 13 Up to $370 iPhone 13 mini Up to $320 iPhone 12 Pro Max Up to $450 iPhone 12 Pro Up to $360 iPhone 12 Up to $250 iPhone 12 mini Up to $200 iPhone SE (2nd generation) Up to $80 iPhone 11 Pro Max Up to $300 iPhone 11 Pro Up to $250 iPhone 11 Up to $200 iPhone XS Max Up to $170 iPhone XS Up to $140 iPhone XR Up to $140 iPhone X Up to $120 iPhone 8 Plus Up to $90 iPhone 8 Up to $60 iPhone 7 Plus Up to $50 iPhone 7 Up to $40The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max hit stores starting September 22. Pricing starts at $999 for the iPhone 15 Pro (128GB base storage) and $1,199 for the iPhone 15 Pro Max (256GB).

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☆ Buying an iPhone 15? These are the trade-in values of your old Apple, Samsung and Google devices
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

The tech giant this week unveiled its iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models at an event at its Cupertino, California headquarters, finally ditching the 11-year-old Lightning port in favor of USB-C. The iPhone 15 will start at $799 when it hits stores on Sept. 22, while the iPhone 15 Pro will start at $999 for the 128GB model. Prices for the phones will go as high as $1,599 for the most expensive iPhone 15 Pro Max with 1TB of storage, while the iPhone 15 Plus' price tops out at $1,199. Apple will also accept Samsung and Google users who want to convert, offering up to $325 for the newest Samsung phones and $125 for the latest Pixel. If you're thinking of buying the latest iPhone, take a look at what your old device might be worth if it's in good working condition.

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But, the announcements, which included a new iPhone 15 and an Apple Watch refresh, further strengthened the company's best-in-class ecosystem. New iPhone features Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, complete with USB-C charging instead of the propriety lightning port, starting at $799 and $899, respectively. The iPhone 15 Pro starting at $999 was unchanged from the previous model as well. The iPhone 15 Pro can capture special videos, providing for enhanced viewing on the upcoming Vision Pro mixed reality headset. The new Apple Watch models have more a powerful silicon chip as well, which allows for smoother graphics and more processing power.

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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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☆ There's one reason I'd upgrade to the iPhone 15 Pro after trying it, even though I already have last year's
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-12 | by ( Kif Leswing | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

There are four new models, ranging from the entry-level iPhone 15 at $799 to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which costs at least $1199. Apple says that the 6-inch iPhone 15 Pro is 187 grams, or 9% lighter than last year's model. The iPhone 15 Pro Max, with a bigger 6.7-inch screen, weighs 8% less. Other notes from the iPhone 15 hands-onThe new Apple iPhone 15, with EU ordered USB-C charger, is displayed amongst other new products during a launch event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, on September 12, 2023. The iPhone 15 Pro Max did get a $100 price increase, now starting at $1,199 in the U.S., although you get more storage at the entry level.

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☆ Nvidia unveils an update to a new A.I. chip that hasn't even shipped yet — an aggressive move to keep its crown
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-09 | by ( Kevin Stankiewicz | In Kevinstankiewicz | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

"No one is coming for Nvidia on AI, period, any time soon," Stifel analyst Ruben Roy told CNBC in an interview Wednesday. The new version of Grace Hopper primarily delivers improvements in memory capacity and bandwidth compared with the first-generation product. In practice, improving the memory capacity and bandwidth of the Grace Hopper Superchip should help AI applications run more efficiently and smoothly. Volume production of the improved Grace Hopper Superchip is expected in the second quarter of 2024, according to Nvidia. Open-source software Nvidia's closed-source CUDA software platform – along with a library of pre-trained AI models — has helped establish the company's AI dominance.

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So before you run out of space, you should check out the best microSD cards for the Nintendo Switch. Here are nine of the best microSD cards for your Nintendo Switch. The standard Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite only come with 32GB of built-in storage, and even the upgraded Switch OLED only comes with 64GB. The standard Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch OLED are all compatible with microSD cards that have up to 2TB in memory capacity — anything higher won't work. All of the products we highlighted as the best microSD cards for Nintendo Switch fit these criteria.

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Say hello to the new Galaxy Tab S9 family, comprising three siblings that get bigger the more you're willing to spend on them—take your pick between the Galaxy Tab S9 (11 inches), S9 Plus (12.4 inches), and S9 Ultra (14.5 inches). Note: The link above allows you to select the exact model, storage, and wireless configuration you want across all three Galaxy Tab S9 models. For a limited time, Samsung offers free storage upgrades on all Galaxy Tab S9 purchases. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 preorder dealsOne of the most significant benefits of preordering a Galaxy Tab S9 is the free storage upgrade, regardless of which version you buy. If you're interested in the 1TB Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, you can get $150 off instantly at checkout.

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Amazon Prime Day has been piling on great deals, including big discounts on phones. Below, we've compiled all of the best Prime Day phone deals so far. For more deals, check out our live blog, where we're tracking the best Prime Day deals across a range of categories. Best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy phone dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. If you're looking for a new Android phone, Prime Day has great deals on some popular phones.

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Amazon Prime Day has been piling on the best Prime Day deals throughout the event, including big discounts on phones. Below, we've compiled all of the best Prime Day phone deals so far. Best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy phone dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) For Prime Day, you can save $200 on our top pick for the best Android phone, the Galaxy S23+. Check out our full roundup of all the best Apple Prime Day deals for a complete list of discounts.

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Fro Prime day, the 512GB model of Samsung's latest foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 4, is available at an all-time low price of $1,169.99 at Amazon. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is one of the best Samsung phones you can buy as the company's latest and greatest foldable, and this Prime Day deal eclipses the previous lowest price for this model by $300. You can follow our live blog for all the best Prime Day deals, which cover everything from tech and entertainment to houseware and apparel. For more of our phone coverage, read our guide to the best Prime Day phone deals. A stellar $750 Prime Day deal on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4The best foldable phone you can buy from SamsungThe Galaxy Z Fold 4 outclasses the other recent foldable phone from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, as the Z Fold 4 offers a more usable exterior display and greater versatility.

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Prime Day ends tonight, but you can still snag some of the best laptop deals if you act fast. Top 3 Prime Day laptop dealsThe best Prime Day Windows laptop dealsWindows laptops from Dell, HP, and more are on sale. $1,499.99 from Best Buy Originally $2,049.99 Save 27%The best Prime Day Apple MacBook dealsThere are stellar deals on several MacBook models. Deal MSI Katana 15 Gaming Laptop MSI is a top-tier PC gaming brand, and this Katana 15 laptop is more than $200 off on Prime Day. As we note in our best gaming laptops guide, a refresh rate of 165Hz is the industry standard for a high-quality gaming monitor.

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Amazon Prime Day is in full swing, and we're rounding up all of the best Prime Day deals throughout the event. Best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy phone dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) For Prime Day, you can save $200 on our top pick for the best Android phone, the Galaxy S23+. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (512GB) This Prime Day deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) The Galaxy S23 (2023) is the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

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One of today's best Prime Day deals, the 512GB model of Samsung's latest foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 4, is now available at an all-time low price of $1,169.99 at Amazon. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is one of the best Samsung phones you can buy as the company's latest and greatest foldable, and this Prime Day deal eclipses the previous lowest price for this model by $300. A stellar $750 Prime Day deal on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4The best foldable you can buy from SamsungThe Galaxy Z Fold 4 outclasses the other recent foldable phone from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, as the Z Fold 4 offers a more usable exterior display and greater versatility. In addition to the $750 discount on the 512GB model of the Z Fold 4, there's also a $700 deal on the 256GB model of the phone. The Z Fold 4's excellent Prime Day discount makes a more compelling case for it as a phone-and-tablet alternative to the Google Pixel Fold, which is ultimately a superior foldable phone but is still available only from Verizon, AT&T, and Google at a prohibitive starting price of $1,800.

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Some of the best laptop deals include a discounted version of one of the best gaming laptops currently available, the Acer Nitro 5, which you can pick up for just $739 at Amazon. Top 3 Prime Day laptop dealsThe best Prime Day Windows laptop dealsWindows laptops from Dell, HP, and more are on sale. This $106 discount is close to the best price we've seen for this model. $1,499.99 from Best Buy Originally $2,049.99 Save 27%The best Prime Day Apple MacBook dealsThere are stellar deals on several MacBook models. As we note in our best gaming laptops guide, a refresh rate of 165Hz is the industry standard for a high-quality gaming monitor.

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