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Oct

32GB Apple TV 4K Marked Down to $150 With $30 Mail-in Rebate


The 32GB model of the newest Apple TV 4K is currently being discounted at Adorama, with the help of a mail-in rebate form. On the site, you can purchase the 32GB Apple TV 4K for its usual price of $179, and then receive $30 through the mail-in rebate, knocking the price down to $149.

The rebate will be valid on purchases made between October 30 and November 5 while supplies last, and Adorama’s mail-in rebate rules state that the form must be postmarked within 30 days of the purchase of the item.

Additionally, proof of purchase requirements include a signed rebate form, original UPC barcode label, original serial number barcode label, and a copy of the invoice/receipt or packing list (your order confirmation email won’t be accepted). More details can be found on Adorama’s page for the Apple TV right here, by clicking on “Mail-in Rebate” under the price.


In other deals, Amazon recently opened up a new section of its smartphone department, offering those interested a useful glimpse at cases and accessories for the iPhone X and iPhone 8. While not all of the accessories are on sale, there are a few low-priced items, like SUPCASE’s $14.24 iPhone X Case and Tech Armor’s $7.99 iPhone X Ballistic Glass Screen Protector.


Also of note is Best Buy’s Deal of the Day today: the UE MEGABOOM in “Purpley” for over 50 percent off, bringing the $299.99 bluetooth speaker down to $146.99. More of the latest sales going on this week can be found in our Deals Roundup.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors.

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31
Oct

Best Buy Stops Selling Full Price iPhone X After Criticism Over $100 Premium


Best Buy is no longer selling full priced iPhone X and iPhone 8/8 Plus models following criticism of the $100 premium it was charging over Apple’s retail prices, reports Bloomberg.

When pre-orders kicked off for the iPhone X on Friday, Best Buy was selling the full-priced 64GB model for $1,099 and the 256GB model for $1,249, $100 more than Apple asks for the two devices. Similar price increases were applied to iPhone 8 and 8 Plus orders.

Best Buy only offers the iPhone X via carrier payment plan now
Best Buy confusingly said it was charging a premium because flexibility sometimes has a cost, and that by offering full-price iPhones, customers can “get a phone the way they want.” The statement made little sense as the same full-priced commitment-free iPhones are available from Apple and other retailers.

Rather than dropping its prices, Best Buy has decided it will no longer offer iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus models at full price, instead only selling them via carrier installment plans from Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint. The payment plans feature no extra charge, with the monthly device payments going directly to carriers.

“Although there was clearly demand for the un-activated iPhone X, selling it that way cost more money, causing some confusion with our customers and noise in the media,” Best Buy spokeswoman Danielle Schumann said. “That’s why we decided a few days ago to only sell the phone the traditional way, through installment billing plans.”

When a customer purchases an iPhone via a carrier installment plan, Best Buy receives a payment from the carrier in question, but that payment is not received for iPhones at full price, which seems to be why Best Buy was charging an additional $100. No other retailer charges an additional $100 for the iPhone, though.

While Best Buy has stopped offering the latest iPhone models at full price, it is continuing to sell older models and charging a $50 premium on those devices when purchased without a carrier payment plan. The iPhone 7, for example, is priced at $599, $50 more than Apple charges.

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31
Oct

BLU S1: First Impressions


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The BLU S1 has gone official today in stores, but I’ve been fortunate to have had the last two weeks with the device. Since I intend to cover the device in-depth in an official review at a later time, my goal here is to give you some idea of what to expect when you get the BLU S1 at your fingertips.

With that said, let me provide some insight on things that you’ll appreciate about the BLU S1.

First, after you open the box, you’ll notice a free clear protective case for your BLU S1. This may not mean much to some, but I appreciate not having to order a case for the phone when one is already supplied. I wish there’d been a screen protector as well, though I’ve not dropped the phone or had reason to worry in the last two weeks.

Next, the phone has a good feel in hand. It’s firm and you won’t worry about dropping the BLU S1. The design itself can only be compared to the new BLU VIVO 8L, a phone that sits in the same price vicinity, though the placement of the back antenna lines and the camera flash are in different locations.

The fingerprint sensor is fast, quick, and reliable, though it is front-mounted and not back-mounted as you’ll find on the VIVO 8L. BLU has strangely added a front-mounted fingerprint-embedded home button that has a software home button to “complement” it. Having used software buttons exclusively this year with a back-mounted fingerprint sensor, the presence of both “home” buttons on the front seems jarring. All these buttons work well, but the design will stand out if you’re not a fan of front-mounted sensors.

For those who’ve been longing for an FM Radio, BLU has thrown one in on the S1. The headphone jack remains but is positioned at the top of the device instead of the bottom as it is on the VIVO 8L.

I have noticed some warming at the back of the BLU S1 near the camera when playing games (anybody a fan of the old-school NBA Jam?), but battery life is more than sufficient, giving you good results. I’ve been able to get anywhere from 20 to 36 hours depending on usage with the S1’s 2,800mAh battery, and lighter users should be able to get even more. As for charging, expect to charge the S1 for 2.5-3 hours by way of the micro-USB charging cable.

There’s only one small speaker at the bottom right of the S1 by which sound is sufficient but not the deep bass that some desire (I wouldn’t expect it on a budget-friendly handset). A micro-USB port and cable juice up the phone when the S1 battery dies, but I wish BLU had thrown in a USB Type-C charging port and cable (perhaps next time).

The BLU S1 comes in 16GB but you only get a little over 10GB out of the box thanks to the 5.3GB of storage occupied by Android 7.0 Nougat. You can always pick up a 64GB microSD card and supplement their storage needs (no microSD card included).

BLU has done its best to keep the S1 as a vanilla Android handset. The drop-down notification and settings menu, as well as the Google software (with only a few software additions) make this handset one that will appeal to many budget-conscious shoppers.

Last but not least, the BLU S1 is the first smartphone from BLU to have not only GSM but also CDMA compatibility with Sprint’s network. This is no small achievement for the BLU S1, and we want to point it out because Sprint compatibility alone may change your view of the device if you’re a Sprint or Boost Mobile customer.

Limited Time Sprint Promotion

And yet, you may want to get the BLU S1 on Sprint because the carrier is running a promotion where anyone who switches over to Sprint from their current carrier and purchases the BLU S1 will get a $200 Visa gift card. This Sprint BLU S1 promo will get you BLU’s newest phone for free. And yes, for inquiring minds, Wi-Fi Calling is included in the S1.

Those not interested in Sprint or its promo can take advantage of Amazon’s limited time deal today by picking up the S1 for just $129.99. The deal will start today, October 31st, and end on November 1st at 11:59PM EST. Best Buy will sell the device outright for $179.99 without a deal, though.

All in all, the BLU S1 is a device that will allow you to do much of what you want to do. If you’re looking for a budget-conscious device with additional software features, quick fingerprint sensor, some software buttons, and strong network compatibility, the BLU S1 may very well be your next phone.

31
Oct

Talk to Siri, Alexa, or Assistant on your wrist with the Martian mVoice G2


Why it matters to you

Want a classic timepiece with all the bells and whistles of modernity? Martian can help.

You’ve long been able to talk to your smartwatch thanks to Martian’s line of wearables, but now, the California-based company is taking its timepieces even further. With the launch of the mVoice G2, Martian says that it has created the first hybrid smartwatch to boast traditional watch hands atop a “full round power effective OLED display.” And of course, the watch features voice capabilities.

Promising to provide instant access to voice-powered AI assistants, apps, and more, the Martian mVoice G2 is an easy way to take Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant with you without buying an expensive Apple Watch or strapping a smart home speaker on your wrist. Available for pre-order for just $99, this is one smartwatch that won’t break the bank.

Intended to resemble a traditional watch, this latest product is intended to appeal not only to the techies of the world, but also connoisseurs of classic watches. Aiming to meld time-honored tradition with new-age technology, Martian sought to blend classic design elements with the convenience of smartwatch technology.

The mVoice G2 has a low battery-consumption smart display, and derives all its power from one Lithium battery. Promising up to 10 days of smart watch functionality and two hours of talk time before requiring a recharge, you should be able to take this watch just about anywhere you go. The smart crown of the watch can be rotated, allowing users to scroll through notifications.

With two-way data, watch owners can both receive and reply to emails or texts. Notifications can be made as discreet as possible; choose from custom vibration or LED alerts, and even select the color you’d like to display for particular contacts. Alternatively, you can use the watch to call an Uber, place an order at Starbucks, or even go shopping on Amazon.

Thanks to smartphone camera controls, you can easily use this watch to take photos, even if you’re not holding a phone. And with weather and world clock settings, you can stay abreast of happenings around the globe.

“As a pioneer of smartwatch hybrids since 2012, we are truly proud to see the strong emergence and acceptance of hybrids as an option for consumers who don’t want to sacrifice the style and feel of a traditional watch but still want the benefits of a digitally connected lifestyle,” said Scott Szybala, vice president of marketing for Martian Watches. “The mVoice G2 offers engaging smart features designed with authentic hands with minute and hour markers, to retain the three-dimensional DNA of a watch dial. We didn’t want to create another digital dial that simply mimics a traditional watch, we wanted the real thing.”

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31
Oct

Camera startup Rylo wants to make 360-degree videos better and easier to use


Why it matters to you

360-degree videos aren’t the easiest to control or view. A startup, Rylo, wants to change that with its camera and software.

Founded by former Instagram and Apple employees, a new startup called Rylo is looking to break into the immersive video game with a bang. The company is launching a miniature 360-degree camera by the same name, and while its hardware is not dissimilar in appearance or specifications to other 360 models on the market, it promises a radically new user experience thanks to custom software.

The Rylo is a palm-sized, roughly pill-shaped camera that uses dual lenses to capture 4K 360 video and 6K immersive photos. At $499, it is launching near the top of the market among consumer 360 cams, but company cofounders Alex Karpenko and Chris Cunningham are confident their software will win people over. As they explained to Digital Trends prior to the launch, their goal is to make it easier for anyone to capture great video — not just 360 video.

Using 360 for better fixed-frame output

“There are three key ingredients [in good video],” Karpenko said. “The first is stabilization, second is horizon leveling, and third is getting the camera to follow the action.” Karpenko previously worked at Instagram, where he played an integral role in developing the app’s video stabilization that would lead to the creation of Hyperlapse.

When it comes to stabilization and leveling, 360 video makes a lot of sense. Video shot with a standard camera can only be leveled and stabilized by cropping and rotating the footage; in more extreme cases, this can result in a significant softening of the image. In immersive video, there really is no “correct” camera orientation — anything can be up, down, left, or right. You can rotate the video in post to your heart’s content, and the number of on-screen pixels will always remain the same. And thanks to an onboard gyroscope, the Rylo can handle stabilization and leveling automatically in real time.

But adding the third ingredient — following the action — is where things get tricky. As an analogy, Karpenko compared an average consumer video shooter, with no control over the action, to a film crew working with a script, that can plan a shot and rehearse it to make sure the camera never falls behind. The only way to bring that type of control to someone filming an immersive experience, is to develop a system that allows him to rotate the camera after the fact.

“If you capture everything around you, you no longer need to worry about the shot,” Karpenko continued. “In the app, you can virtually direct the camera.”

Rather than focus on sharing spherical videos, Rylo puts the emphasis on creating interesting fixed-frame videos out of 360-degree footage, with the polish of a professional production. Users can easily reframe content within the app and share a quick video to social media that is smooth, level, and perfectly framed — no matter what the action.

To be sure, this is by no means the first time we’ve seen 360-degree video being used to output creative fixed-frame content. This is a highlight feature of the new GoPro Fusion camera and is exactly what Garmin’s Hyperframe Director mode does for the VIRB 360. What makes the Rylo different is how effortless the process is, starting with the rather low-tech way you offload footage to your mobile device: With a direct USB connection.

Like the Giroptic iO 360 cam, the Rylo plugs into the Lightning port on an iPhone or iPad. (Unlike the iO, it operates as an independent device, so you can use it freely of your phone.) This results in much faster transfer times compared to Wi-Fi, not to mention it completely bypasses the need for a wireless setup process.

Effortless editing from anywhere

Once you’ve selected the clips you want to work with, the Rylo app gives you powerful tools for reframing the footage, which also happen to be ridiculously easy to use. Our favorite has to be Points: You to tap on areas of interest throughout your video, and the app then automatically pans and tilts the camera to focus on each point as the video plays. For anyone with some editing or motion graphics experience, this is essentially like setting keyframes in a virtual camera animation, but Rylo does it with one tap and handles all of the speed ramping automatically.

We should point out here that while we have not gotten our hands on the Rylo just yet, Karpenko and Cunningham gave us a detailed overview of the software, including real-time screen capture videos of the Points feature running on an iPhone. We were impressed with both how easy and how fast it was to use, based on our observation.

Next, the aptly-named Follow feature makes it easy to track a moving subject. With a single tap, the camera will automatically orient to follow the action regardless of physical camera movement. It’s perfect for filming erratic subjects, like your dog running on the beach.

Further making use of the 360-degree nature of the camera, the FrontBack feature allows you display two different angles simultaneously, side-by-side. This is great for showing both the action and your reaction at the same time.

Rounding out the feature set is Timelapse mode, which impressively allows for handheld time-lapse sequences with nearly perfect stabilization. Usually, shooting a time-lapse requires the camera to be on a tripod or other stable surface. You can speed up footage up to 16x and, because it’s a 360 cam, change the angle after the fact.

Naturally, the Rylo can also share the full spherical video on supported platforms like Facebook and YouTube. We are more excited, however, about the advantages it offers for outputting traditional rectangular content that’s widely supported, and look forward to trying it out for ourselves.

The camera is launching for iOS today and the company says an Android version is coming soon. While the Rylo certainly looks impressive in sample videos, we will hold off judgement until we can actually get our hands on a review unit. If you’re eager to get started with it, the camera is available today from Rylo direct, and will be coming to Amazon in the near future. It comes with everything you need to get started, including a 16GB MicroSD card and Everyday Case. A ruggedized Adventure Case is also available, for $69.

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31
Oct

YouTube TV has me evangelizing about cutting the cord


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Cutting the cord was a good choice.

Back in September, I decided to give YouTube TV a try and see whether it was actually as awesome as it claimed to be. Like plenty of other folks, I was tired of paying an exorbitant amount of money just to get access to the handful of shows that I wanted to watch on various networks. Suffice to say, I fell in love with the app and its capabilities, and I can’t stop talking about.

I’ve got everything you want to know about whether YouTube TV is worth it for you.

Affordable

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The first thing that piqued my interest with YouTube TV was the price. I’m used to paying well upwards of $100 in order to access everything that I want to watch. My cable subscription, bundled with internet access, cost $190 every month. While switching to YouTube TV doesn’t eliminate that price, it does cut it in half.

A subscription is only $30 a month. The cheapest cable-only package available near me started at $60 a month and was limited to basic channels. Now, I’m pretty thrifty and I try to save money wherever possible. Getting access to Supernatural, The Walking Dead, The Good Place, and more without having to deal with a cable company seemed like it was too good to be true. It wasn’t.

With my subscription, I can DVR all of my favorite shows to be watched later, or I can catch them live as they air. I’ve always been a big fan of keeping up with a handful of shows, but I’ve never been great at remembering when they air. With Verizon or Comcast, I’d have to pay extra for each DVR, but that just isn’t an issue here.

The price gets me everything that I want, without being a major expenditure each month.

Versatile

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With a normal cable package, you’re essentially limited to the television that is hooked up to a cable box. With YouTube TV, you’re able to watch your shows wherever you are. I can catch up on last night’s episode of The Walking Dead at home on the TV or right on my phone while I’m on the train. There are no massive hoops to jump through, and the app works great no matter where I happen to be.

Since it has full Chromecast support, I can cast it to the big screen if I want to really see everything that is going on. I was lucky enough to already have a Chromecast in the house, but there is an offer for a free Chromecast after you’ve paid for the first month of YouTube TV. This means that no matter where I am, I can catch up on my shows, share them with friends, and check out live sports, movies, news and more.

The versatile nature of YouTube TV means that it’s great for everyone, no matter what kind of TV you enjoy watching.

Access to my favorites

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Of course, the real reason I can’t stop talking about how awesome YouTube TV is is the magnitude of programming that I get access to. The CW, AMC, Chiller, BBC America, Bravo, and plenty more are all available. While not every network has opted in, all of the shows that I was already attached to are available.

I can easily add new shows to my DVR, check out the movies playing on cable, and of course, I get access to tons of Football coverage. Since I really only needed access to a handful of networks, the offering from YouTube TV is fantastic. Even better, if I start watching midseason, I still get access to all episodes from that season.

YouTube TV is the complete package

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Between the price, the availability of programming, and the versatility, YouTube TV is the perfect package. I supplement it with Hulu, Netflix, and HBO Now, because I binge watch constantly. But I cannot emphasize enough how awesome this app is, which is why I’ve been telling absolutely everyone about it, from close friends to random folks in the checkout line at GameStop.

If you’ve been considering cutting the cord, take my word for it: YouTube TV is worth every penny.

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31
Oct

Samsung replaces all CEOs, delivers strong Q3 mobile performance


The new leadership includes Kinam Kim, Hyunsuk Kim, and Dongjin Koh.

Samsung’s released some true heavy-hitters this year with the Galaxy S8, Note 8, and Gear Sport, and while the company has been dishing out some of its best products in years, big things are happening behind the scenes. Most recently, Samsung announced that it’ll be replacing all of its current CEOs effective immediately.

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The three new co-CEOs at Samsung Electronics include President Kinam Kim, Hyunsuk (HS) Kim, and Dongjin (DJ) Koh, and they’ll respectively be succeeding Vice Chairman Oh-Hyun Kwon and Presidents Boo-Keun Yoon and Jong-Kyun Shin.

DJ Koh oversees the development of Samsung’s Galaxy phones.

Kinam Kim has been with Samsung since 1981 and is also serving as CEO of Samsung Display, whereas HS Kim has helped the company lead sales in the television market for 11 consecutive years. If DJ Koh’s name sounds familiar, that’s because he oversees the development of Samsung’s Galaxy handsets.

Samsung announced on October 12 that now-former CEO Kwon Oh-Hyun would be resigning from his position due to an “unprecedented crisis”, but at the time, it wasn’t clear who he would be replaced with. Following this most recent announcement, Kwon said:

The next generation of leaders are well suited to accelerate the pace of innovation and address the demands of the connected world. They have proven track records with extensive experience and outstanding expertise in their fields.

Samsung Electronics CFO Sang-Hoon (SH) Lee will also be resigning from his position as CFO and is being recommended to be the company’s new Chairman of the Board (officially succeeding Kwon next March).

Alongside these corporate changeups, Samsung also recently published its performance for Q3 2017. Revenue increased by KRW 14.23 trillion year-over-year up to KRW 62.05 trillion, and operating profit also saw an increase of KRW 9.33 trillion to the current number of KRW 14.53 trillion.

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The Galaxy Note 8 helped lead Samsung’s mobile sales in Q3.

The IT & Mobile Communications Division for Samsung recorded revenue of KRW 27.69 trillion and operating profit of KRW 3.29 trillion, and Samsung credits this growth to “solid performance” of the Galaxy Note 8 and Galaxy J 2017. However, even with these strong numbers, quarter-over-quarter earnings did decrease due to “higher sales portion of mid-to-low tier models.”

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31
Oct

Best Android Browsers


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Android has a ton of ways to browse the web, but it’s up to you to choose which works best for your needs.

We use our phones for so much more than simply browsing the web that you might not bother looking into the plethora of web browsers available in the Google Play Store.

The default web browser for most Android phones is good ol’ reliable Chrome. If you frequently use other Google services like YouTube and Google Drive it’s the natural pick. But you do have other options.

There are some truly impressive browser options out there for Android users to enjoy, whether you find Chrome is lacking some features you like or simply want to see what else is available. Here are the best alternatives to Chrome for Android!

  • Firefox
  • Opera
  • CM Browser
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Chrome Beta

Firefox

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Mozilla Firefox is an iconic web browser for PC and Mac used by hundreds of millions of people around the world. The Android app delivers most of the features that make the desktop version so popular along with a very familiar look and feel.

The homepage is convenient and a great launching point with tabs for your top-visited sites, bookmarks, and your recent history, so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying your favorite sites. The browsing interface layout is quite similar to Chrome, with the navbar located at the top of the screen. It’s quick to manage and open tabs, including Private Browsing tabs with tracking protection that ensures your browsing history is kept private.

Add-ons are another popular Firefox feature and they’re available for the mobile version, too. This is where you can find ad-blockers, password managers, and themes to customize your browsing experience further. You’re also able to use your Firefox account to sync open tabs from your desktop to your smartphone or tablet. Basically, if you use Firefox on your computer, Mozilla has made it pretty convenient to use it on your phone, too.

Download: Mozilla Firefox for Android (Free)

Opera

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Opera, for a time, was the darling alternative web browser for many thanks to its sleek design and ease of use. The good news is that it’s still pretty great, with a focus on delivering a smart news feed with customizable channels.

The interface is light and easy to use features such as built-in ad blocking, and a data-saving mode for faster browsing on slower networks. You’re always able to zoom in on any page, and Opera will intelligently fit the text to your screen with text wrap. If your main concern is saving data, you may want to check out Opera Mini which is optimized to let you do more with less data.

Download: Opera browser for Android (Free)

CM Browser

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This browser is the product of Cheetah Mobile who makes a top-rated antivirus app for Android.

What sets CM Browser apart? Well, it’s pretty fast and lightweight (like a cheetah!) and has a lot of good features like active ad blocking, a conveniently located navigation bar, quick access to flip on night mode. Because it’s developed by an anti-virus company, it will also warn you of all potentially fraudulent or malicious websites in real time. You’ll also get download protection for any APK files you may download outside the Google Play Store.

Download: CM Broswer (Free)

Microsoft Edge

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Emerging from the ashes of Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge is the new hotness for web browsing on PC. Currently available as a pre-release beta in the Google Store, it’s shaping up to be a pretty decent alternative to Chrome

It’s nice having the navigation buttons at the bottom, especially using taller screens, making it much easier to open new tabs and quickly add articles to your reading list. But the biggest perk here comes if you’re also using Edge on your PC. Anchoring that navigation bar is is that you can easily switch over between browsing on your phone to your PC

Microsoft Edge for Android is still in late beta, but it’s still worth checking out.

Download: Microsoft Edge BETA (Free)

Chrome Beta

Speaking of betas, there’s a separate app for the beta version of Chrome you can download and use in lieu of the stock version that came with your phone.

It’s where Google will test out the latest features that might be coming to the official app. It’s a solid option for those who enjoy the beta testing process and the occasional bugs that go along with it.

Download: Chrome Beta (Free)

What do you use?

Have any opinions on the browsers we’ve highlighted? Do you use a different browser that didn’t make our list? Let us know in the comments!

31
Oct

This $27 iClever ultra slim keyboard can fold up and fit in your pocket


Unfold, connect, and get to work.

Is this deal for me?

The iClever portable folding ultra slim keyboard is down to $26.99 with code TV2QFY6V on Amazon. This keyboard has been selling for around $35 recently and was down to $30 for much of the summer. This deal is the lowest it has dropped since 2016.

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This seems like the perfect keyboard for when you’re traveling and something comes up: maybe you get inspiration for a great idea or just need to fill out a form you hadn’t filled out before. You can just unfold this slim keyboard and do what you need to do.

Features include:

  • Write down your stories or ideas any time any where you want as long as you own one iClever BK03, the slim and reliable typing partner
  • Convenient and lightweight (6.3OZ) pocket sized, tri-folding bluetooth keyboard, perfect for travel
  • Compatible with iOS, Android, and Windows
  • Built-in Broadcom Bluetooth module with an operating range of 10 meters
  • Premium aluminum alloy texture (aircraft-grade) for superior durability. Auto power off and sleep mode function helps to conserve battery. Built-in rechargeable lithium battery
  • Reliable and friendly customer service

The keyboard has 4.5 stars based on 616 user reviews.

TL;DR

  • What makes this deal worth considering? – This is the best deal we’ve seen on this foldable keyboard in more than a year.
  • Things to know before you buy! – You could also grab one of these $10 Anker aluminum stands to hold up your phone or tablet while you type.

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Happy Thrifting!

31
Oct

How much storage do I need for Google Daydream?


Lets talk about space, the irritating frontier.

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VR Games and Apps can be a storage hog, and with many Android phones not having expandable storage it’s important to know what you can install and what you can’t. When you first start using VR you want to fill your phone with all the amazing apps and games but they will fast eat up all your space. Here’s a low down on the most storage hungry apps.

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