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Amazon’s 32-Inch Ember Fire TV Gets a Massive Price Cut Outside Prime Day, Now Cheaper Than a Budget Monitor
TVs can be a lot less expensive than you might think. You can spend hundreds of dollars if you want to, but that’s really not necessary. If you’re after a TV with good features and a high-level of quality, you can get one for some seriously reasonable prices if you know where to look. When you get one of those with a deal on top of it, you’re going to be living your best life. Today, we’ve found a deal on one of those TVs, and we want to give it to you as a treat.
Govee C9 Outdoor String Lights Get One Final Price Cut Before Halloween, Making Christmas Decorating Cheaper Too
With a lot of excuses to get together with friends and family coming up, it’s a good time to think about the decor. After all, it’s nice to make sure everyone’s in the right mood when they turn up. If you’ve got a good outdoor space you want to make a little fancier, then there are a lot of smart lights that can do the job. Plus, you can get one of the best options for yourself today with a 21% discount. The Govee C9 String Lights are built to make sure you can enjoy a bit more color in your life.
Samsung SSD 9100 PRO 1TB Drops So Low on Amazon, There’s No Reason to Buy Used Storage
Nobody really wants to be spending money on PC parts these days. They’re expensive, which has been the case for a while, but the prices keep creeping up at the moment too, making it feel even worse. If you do need to though, then you should always make sure you buy things while they’re on sale. If you’re in the market for more memory at the moment, then that means you’ll want to pick up this deal. Normally you’d have to pay $340 for this Samsung 9100 Pro 1TB SSD.
Amazon Practically Gives Away This 6-Ft Surge Protector Power Strip With 12 Outlets and 4 USB Ports Following a Surprise Price Drop
If you find yourself in need of more outlets, you’ve really got two options ahead of you. The first is that you remodel your entire home, get more outlets put in all over the place, and then call it a day. You then have a house that’s more outlet than wall, but at least you can plug everything in when you need to do so. The other options is a lot cheaper and easier, and that’s to pick up a really good power strip.
Anker Nano Laptop Docking Station Hits a Record Low, Making Its Detachable 6-in-1 USB-C Hub Feel Practically Free
It’s easy to hit the limit of what you can do with a laptop. Even the more powerful ones are often limited by the fact that you can’t really upgrade them. Instead, if you want to get more from your laptop, you’ll need to get the right peripherals. Even then, you might find you run out of ports, which is why one of the most important things you can buy is a good docking station. Well, today we’ve found one of the best ones out there with a decent discount too.
Anker Prime Qi2 25W MagSafe Car Charger Mount Is Selling Fast After Dropping to Its Lowest Price Ever on Amazon
Keeping your phone charged on long journeys usually requires a few different things. If you’re using it as a sat nav, and you are, let’s be honest, then you need a mount to hold it, you need a car charger that can deal with it, or you need a power bank with a long cable. That’s all a lot of mess, but you can actually get all of that in one if you’re clever. We reckon you’re pretty clever, so we’re going to show you the secret of how to get that done.
All Wheel Drive - Kotaku
News, Reviews, Release Date, Trailers, Gameplay and more for All Wheel Drive
Making Room? - Kotaku
An unpaid-rent argument leads Var to a house book that changes her housemates whenever they cross the kitchen threshold. A short psychological horror visual novel about living together, resentment, and making other people easier to bear. • JBL Goes Big on Dolby Atmos Soundbar, Making a 5.1-Channel Home Theater Setup Cheaper Than AirPods Max This fantastic sound system is one of the best out there, especially at this price.
Why Pay Smart TV Prices When the Aurzen D1R Projector With Built-In Roku TV Is at a Record Low on Amazon?
Projectors are really something special. They’ve come a long way recently, and you can get one that has a lot of power even when used outdoors. It means that you can enjoy all of your favorite shows and films while you’re chilling in your garden in something. It’s a really nice way to spend some time, whether you’re doing so on your own, or having a little film meetup with some friends and family.
Anker USB-C to HDMI Adapter Drops Into the $10 Range on Amazon, Making Connectivity Cheaper Than Ever
There are times in life when you’re given lemons when all you want is an orange. It’s a tale as old as time, and while you could just suck it up and make lemonade, you could also try and find a device that can convert that lemon into an orange via magic. This is the perfect way to express that sometimes you’ll have one port and need another, and we’ve found a really good deal on a device that can help you out on that front.
Amazon Fire TV Cube Quietly Falls to Almost Used Prices, and It’s Not Even Prime Day or Black Friday
It takes far too long to find something to watch. You get home after a long day of making decisions and being responsible, and then instead of getting to relax, you have to figure out what you’re going to do. If you want to game, you’ve got to find the right game for your mood. If you want to watch something, then it takes even longer, because you also need to find the thing you want to watch and the service it’s on to boot. It’s just a lot of effort, but it doesn’t have to take all of that time.
Samsung P9 Express microSD Card for Nintendo Switch 2 Is Finally Getting the Amazon Price Cut Shoppers Have Been Waiting For
Nintendo Switch 2 owners are having a good time at the moment. The fantastic new Fire Emblem game is out, we’ve got an Ocarina of Time remake on the horizon, and who knows what other surprises the company has in store for gamers. It’s all very exciting, but it’s also all very memory-intensive, and that means that there’s a high chance your console is running out of space quickly. The trouble is that the Switch 2 needs a very specific kind of SD card to actually get any more space.
DJI Power 1000 V2 Portable Power Station Is Flying Off the Shelves as Its Price Drops Nearly 50% on Amazon
A good portable power station can be a really big help in a bunch of different ways. There are a mass of different times when you find yourself in need of extra power in situations where there aren’t traditional outlets, and being able to get that power is massive. It’s one of those things that not everyone is going to need, but if you do, then not having access to one is a huge issue.
Logitech Yeti USB Microphone Finally Gets a Rare Price Cut, and Gamers, Streamers, and Podcasters Are the Big Winners
A good microphone is a must if you’re on PC. Whether you’re using it to game or make content, making sure people can actually hear you is incredibly important. You can use whatever random microphone that comes with whatever headset you have, but you can also invest in something a bit better if you want more. If you are looking to make videos or stream, then higher quality is absolutely essential too, as a lot of people won’t put up with sub-par audio.
Anker 300W Power Bank Hits a Record Low Near Used Prices, With 26,250mAh to Charge Everything From Your iPhone to Your MacBook
Do you find yourself running out of battery halfway through the day? It doesn’t even matter what on. Maybe it’s your Steam Deck, maybe it’s your phone. It’s always an annoying thing to come up against, but it doesn’t have to be an issue. If you don’t mind spending some money, you can sort that out by picking up a power bank. If you need more power than most, then you’re going to want to get a power bank that can keep up.
DJI Goes Big on Its All-in-One Wireless Mic Kit, Dropping Mic 2 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) to an All-Time Low
Audio quality is incredibly important when you’re looking to make good podcasts or videos. With so many people using those things as a way to keep themselves entertained while they work or do chores, audio is often more important than the visual side of things. If you’re doing an audio-only podcast, then it’s the most important thing outside of actually being entertaining. It means that it’s something that’s worth investing in, and this deal helps you do that for less.
How to Give Your Home a Halloween Makeover for Less, With Govee Sphere Net Lights at Their Lowest Price
We are rapidly approaching all of the best things in any given year. Halloween is wonderful because it’s orange and full of sweets, then there’s Thanksgiving for good food and a little bit of reflection, and then Christmas too. It’s just a good time to be around friends and loved ones, and a good time to get people over for some cozy game nights, or whatever else it is you and your friends do when you’re together.
Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Is Practically a Giveaway After a Sudden Price Drop on Amazon
Did you grow up with the radio on at all times? There are a lot of us who did, and it’s one of those things that has gotten a little bit lost with the advent of mobile phones and whatnot. You can recapture a lot of that with a good portable Bluetooth speaker though, as you can choose whatever you want to play through it. That includes some amazing internet radio stations that are going to do an even better job of being made for you specifically.
Why Buy an Older Bose TV Speaker When the 2nd Gen Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price on Amazon
You deserve better audio. You also deserve a raise, a nap, and a nice cookie. We can’t help with all of those things, but we can definitely help you find something that’ll make the audio in your life better. That’s because we spend a lot of time trawling the internet for deals, like checking at the bottom of a lake for gold. Or something. Today, one of the incredible deals we’ve found is on a really good soundbar, so let’s talk about it.
How to Get Headphones for Over 10 Times Less Than AirPods Max, With Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hitting a Record Low
You can get some really impressive headphones for a lot less than you might expect. Well, unless you find yourself regularly checking out deals here at Gizmodo, in which case you’ll know that we find a lot of good deals in general. Either way, headphones get some of the best discounts around, and it matters a lot, because loads of people use them all-day-long to keep their lives feeling a little more musical.
Why Pay More for a Gaming Controller When GameSir Nova Lite 2 Is Going for Pocket Change on Amazon
While there are plenty of people who game on just the one system, a lot of others like to have options. If you’re someone who spends a lot of time gaming across a lot of different devices, then you probably also have a favorite controller, and a deep disdain for the inability to use it everywhere. Well, some controllers can be used pretty much everywhere, and we’ve found a great deal on one of them for you today.
UGREEN 100W USB-C Cable 2-Pack Is a Prime-Exclusive Steal on Amazon, With Each Cable Just $5
We cover a lot of deals on multi-port chargers that can help you keep all of your devices powered in one spot. They’re amazing, but they do have one little weakness that you might need to overcome, which is the need for more cables. Sometimes you need more cables, and if you’re in that position right now, and you’re also an Amazon Prime member, then you can get an excellent deal on some right now. You can currently get yourself two Ugreen 100W USB-C To USB-C Cables for just $10.
10 Best Cheap Horror Games on PC You Might Have Missed
It’s the season of scares, and we’re all about it. Well, at least for this month. Is it just so we can justify eating obscene amounts of sweet foods? Who can say? The most important thing, though, is that we bring some incredible new indie horror games to your attention. While you probably already have a long backlog of your classic favorites, we’ve rounded up ten of the coolest (and most affordable) hidden gem horror games you might have missed out on.
Anker 167.5W 3-Port Car Charger Is Practically a Giveaway at a Record Low, With USB-C and USB-A Built In
While a lot of us end up at jobs where we stay in one place all day, there are plenty of other people who have to drive around a lot. If you’re in that latter category, then you’re probably also someone who uses their phone to navigate, and has a few other essential devices too. You can get a power bank or something to keep those topped-up, but it’s definitely going to make a lot more sense to get a fantastic car charger.
DJI Goes Into Vlogging Camera Clearance Mode, Dropping Osmo Pocket 3 to Its Lowest Price on Amazon
A good camera is something most of us have anyway thanks to the might of mobile phones. It’s made capturing magical moments a lot simpler, but if you really want high quality videos, then you’re going to need something a bit more specialized. For things like YouTube videos, you’ll want to spend a bit of money to make sure you’re making the best videos possible. It just so happens that we’ve found an amazing deal for you today on a camera that fits the bill.
How to Get an Android Tablet for Budget Earbuds Money, With TCL TAB 10 Gen 4 Hitting a Record Low on Amazon
It can be great to have a tablet around the house for all sorts of reasons. While it’s easy to view them as being not much more than a bigger phone, that’s really not what they’re meant to be. You can get a wider range of apps on some of them, and they make a lot entertainment a lot easier to take in as well. The larger screen size is always going to help when you’re watching shows and films, for example.
Amazon Dumps Govee LED Smart Light Bars at a Bargain Price, Making Each of the Two a Steal
It can be tricky figuring out what to spend money on when you’re looking to add a touch of flair to your home entertainment system. There are a lot of ways you can do so, but if you’ve already sorted out your TV and a great soundbar, then maybe it’s time to look at some fun extras. One of the most interesting things you can add is a TV smart light, because it can help really lock-in the feel of whatever you’re watching or playing.
How to Score a Full Windows 11 Mini PC for Budget Monitor Money, Thanks to Amazon’s BOSGAME E5 Plus Deal
Mini PCs have become a lot more impressive in recent years. It used to be that you’d have to put a lot of work in to get one that was worth using, and that also meant spending a lot of money. These days you can spend a lot less than you’d think to get a pre-made mini PC with more power than you might expect as well. It’s a good time to be shopping for one, but especially right now, because we’ve found a great one on sale.
JBL Goes Big on Dolby Atmos Soundbar, Making a 5.1-Channel Home Theater Setup Cheaper Than AirPods Max
If you’ve already got a fantastic TV, the comfiest of chairs, and a little robot waiter who definitely isn’t planning to overthrow you, then the last thing on your list should be a good sound upgrade. It’s often one of the last things people go for, but it makes for such a noticeable change, and it’s always worth investing in if you really want to get the most out of your games, shows, and more. Well, we’ve got very good news for you today, because there’s an amazing deal on.
Last Core - Kotaku
Androids branched from the same AI fight to become the one true complete entity in this TPS battle royale. Defeat alone is not enough—extract exposed cores, learn, and awaken. Form temporary links, betray when the time comes, and survive the battlefield where only one core can remain.
UGREEN Nexode Air 65W GaN Charger Hits a Record Low at 40% Off, With a 3.3ft USB-C Cable Practically Thrown In for Free
We’re all trying to keep our devices charged up. It’s not an especially egregious generalization to make given how important phones, tablets, and beyond all are. It’s a thing we all end up doing when we get home, and it means that keeping on top of your battery issues is something that requires a fair amount of effort. If you are looking for a new charger to help you deal with all of that hassle, then this is the deal for you.
Amazon Offloads Logitech Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard With Wrist Rest at Prices Even Lower Than Black Friday
If you’re on a mission to protect your joints while you work, and everyone really should be, then you need the right equipment. Any time spent typing for work can end up placing a fair bit of strain and stress on wrists, elbows, and beyond. It can lead to nasty things like RSI, and because we’d all rather avoid that, keeping on top of your ergonomics is very important.
The Top 10 Castlevania Games Ranked
With Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse recently released, and marking a rare entry into the legendary franchise not developed solely by Konami, we thought it’d be fun to rank the top ten entries in the series so far. While we’re always a little saddened by how few games we get in this series these days (and how long we’ve had to wait for more Bloodstained), it’s safe to say this is going to be a great year for vampire-slaying fans. Here is our definitive list of the best Castlevania games of all time.
Dell 27 Plus QHD Monitor Is Now Priced Like a Budget Display, Thanks to Amazon’s Latest Price Cut
If you want a little upgrade to your computer, then the good news is that you always have a lot of options. The bad news is that a lot of things are really expensive right now, which means you definitely want to stick to great deals, rather than just buying stuff without doing your due diligence. It’s not especially exciting, but it is what it is. The best news though, is that we do a lot of that work for you, and we’ve found a great deal on a monitor today.
TP-Link Deco 7 WiFi 7 3-Pack Drops to an All-Time Low, Making Each Router Far Cheaper Than Buying a Single Router
If your WiFi isn’t doing what it should be, and you know you’re paying for a stable connection and fantastic speeds, then it’s time to examine your setup. There are a fair few things that could be holding things up on that front, but for most of us, it’s going to be the router. If you’re tired of dealing with weak signals and slow speeds, then it’s time to spend a bit of money to fix those issues.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Review – Sports that make you go Wuhu?
Wuhu Island is a wild name for an island, especially for anybody that’s played The Sims. With that comment out of the way, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort has you on Wuhu island to relax and compete in all manner of sports. There’s a lot to do here, but the main aim is definitely to give you just a little bit of movement. If you are looking for a great workout, this isn’t the best Switch or Switch 2 game for it, but it’s good for a bit of motion, for sure.
GMKtec Intel Core i7 Mini PC Hits a Record Low on Amazon, Now Hundreds Less Than Apple’s Mac mini
You don’t have to get a rig that’s going to take up a lot of space if you’re looking for a new PC. You can actually grab some excellent mini PCs that can handle a lot more than you might expect, and for a lot less than you might expect too. You can also get some fantastic deals on them, so if you’re looking to pick one up, then you’re in luck today thanks to the deal we’ve found. Today, you can pick up a GMKtec Mini PC with some decent specs, and you’ll snag a 23% discount as well.
Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station Sees Another Amazon Price Cut, Now $600 Off at Its Lowest Price Ever
If you’re after a way to keep things running even if the power goes out, then a good portable power station is probably the best answer. You can use them when you need them at home, but you can also take them outdoors when you need to as well, like on big camping trips or long days at the beach. Sure, most of us won’t be heading to the beach any time soon, but if you’re in the warmer places in the country, that’s not a write-off for you.
Amazon Cuts 72% Off Monster SD100 Computer Speakers, Bringing Them Down to Almost Giveaway Pricing for Launch
A lot of us just use our headphones as speakers for our PCs. It’s just one of those things, if you’re not wearing them, they’re on the loudest possible setting on your desk doing their best to keep you happy. It’s not what they’re meant for, but it’s just how things have shaken out. If you aren’t up for that compromise though, there are plenty of other options out there, including some really impressive computer speakers.
Amazon Slashes HP 15.6-Inch Laptop to a Record Low, Giving You a Full-Size Computer for Budget Tablet Money
Whether you’re working hard or hardly working, you do sometimes need a good laptop to do it on. You don’t have to spend loads of money on one to get everything you need, if what you need is pretty straight-forward. If you want a laptop that’ll keep up with your general workload and all of the admin that being an adult, then you can get some fantastic deals if you don’t mind waiting.
Punch Your Way Out
Punch through your prison cell, collect rubble, sell rocks, and buy upgrades to hit even harder. Break tougher blocks, dig deeper, and repeat. A simple, satisfying incremental game where every punch brings you closer to freedom. Punch Your Way Out News • Marshall Drops Acton III Bluetooth Home Speaker to Nearly 40% Off to Clear Out Leftover Prime Day Stock Get yourself a Bluetooth speaker that can do amazing things for less.
Not A Drone - Kotaku
Not A Drone is an arcade flying game in which Gus, a pigeon disguised as a delivery drone, delivers packages through San Francisco, New York and Tokyo, built from real map data. The player taps to flap and steer, finds the way by street names and written directions, and avoids raising suspicion; a full suspicion meter sends a security drone in pursuit. Perks are chosen between deliveries, and coins buy 21 permanent upgrades.
Tie Down - Kotaku
Tie Down is a first-person, open-world multiplayer driving game. Take on procedurally generated, physics-based deliveries, buy, customize and sell vehicles, earn Greystone’s trust to unlock bigger contracts, build your business, make your fortune, and drive hard.
Shortcircuit - Kotaku
You’ve accidentally installed a virus on your old 90’s computer! Run through your PC’s folders and kill the virus before it deletes precious pictures of your dog! • UGREEN Nexode 100W Charger Drops to a Record Low, Letting You Power Multiple Devices for Just $10 Each You can charge a laptop, a tablet, and a phone from one block the size of your palm.
Skullcandy Crusher 2 ANC Headphones Stay at Their Lowest Price as Amazon Doubles Down on Discounts
We’ve found a really good deal on some impressive headphones for you today. As the weather gets colder, it’s nice to switch to some big headphones to help keep your ears nice and warm. If you want to grab some for yourself, then there’s really no harm in having a look at this particular deal, as it’s on some of the best headphones around, and it knocks a lot of money off. Usually priced at $240, these Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Headphones are absolutely amazing.
Mac mini Owners Might Want This AMD Ryzen 7330U Windows 11 Pro Mini PC at Its Lowest Price on Amazon
If you want a better way to keep on top of emails, or even kick off a business from home, then you need the right device. A laptop is a great option if you need to go out and about a lot, but there are plenty of people who much prefer having access to a full PC to keep things stable. Also trackpads are rough sometimes. If you want a PC, but you’d rather than deal with the space they take up or the price they usually come in at, then what you need is this deal.
JBL Charge 6 Unlocks a Hidden Amazon Discount, Dropping to a Record Low Near Used Pricing
A Bluetooth speaker is a fantastic addition to any home. It’s not just that you can listen to great music or podcasts with better quality, it’s that you can take it with you wherever you want to. Having access to something like this in every room in your home, plus anywhere you want to take it outdoors, is excellent. If you get an especially good one, then you’ll be even better off as well. Today could be the day you finally treat yourself to one thanks to a wonderful deal.
Samsung Clears Out Galaxy SmartTag2 for Next to Nothing Compared to Apple’s AirTag on Amazon
Losing your things can be very stressful. We don’t mean just checking your pockets and realizing your wallet is still on your dresser or something, we mean fully losing something. It’s a horrible mix of panic and a bunch of other bad emotions all rolled into one, and it’s something we’d all rather avoid. If you’re looking to do just that, then we’ve got a great deal for you. Trackers have become a lot more popular and a lot better in recent years.
Logitech MX Master 3S Wireless Bluetooth Mouse Drops Back to Prime Day Low Out of Nowhere, but Not for Long
Some mouse options are just better than others, and a lot of the best ones come from Logitech. The company just gets how to make amazing devices in general. One of the best from Logitech is the MX Master 3S, which is an all-around powerhouse and can be great for anything from keeping on top of your work to gaming. It’s one of our favorites, and if you want to get your hands on it, you’ll usually have to pay $100.
Almost Home - Kotaku
A 1-4 player co-op survival adventure about making it home together. Explore unique biomes, uncover their secrets, adapt to their rules, and survive the unexpected challenges along the way. • Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) Hit a Record Low, Leaving Almost No Gap Between New and Used Prices You can get 30 hours of silence on a charge, and they nod off on their own when you set them down.
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