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A bundle of two Blink Mini 2 security cameras is only $35 for Prime Day

Blink sales are pretty reliable during <a href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-prime-day/">Amazon Prime Day</a>, and this year is no different. The security camera company owned by the retail giant has <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=24c10d0c-894f-4c54-9b85-3c81fbaa5ece&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=discounted+a+number+of+its+devices&custData=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&signature=AQAAARpqSVb-TMKfufXMDBVAI_lD-21dRHHyiRmWJG6GcT-l&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fstores%2Fpage%2FEB0BDB5E-9ADF-40AF-9AE3-BC557FA43B79">discounted a number of its devices</a>, and one of the best deals is on <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0BWX1D2DW&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=24c10d0c-894f-4c54-9b85-3c81fbaa5ece&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=two-packs+of+the+Blink+Mini+2+camera&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0JsaW5rLU1pbmktMi1DYW1lcmEtV2hpdGUvZHAvQjBCV1gxRDJEVz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyNGMxMGQwYy04OTRmLTRjNTQtOWI4NS0zYzgxZmJhYTVlY2UiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vQmxpbmstTWluaS0yLUNhbWVyYS1XaGl0ZS9kcC9CMEJXWDFEMkRXIiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&signature=AQAAAcdSrxO_B4KP7PMpoiT-93UUGKuMx1s-H8T_swmD-8xv&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBlink-Mini-2-Camera-White%2Fdp%2FB0BWX1D2DW">two-packs of the Blink Mini 2 camera</a>. You can grab a duo for only $35, which is a record low. Blink <a href="https://www.engadget.com/blinks-new-mini-2-offers-a-built-in-spotlight-and-person-detection-for-40-130055057.html">released</a> this version of the wired security camera last year. It has a built-in LED spotlight, color night vision capabilities and a low-light sensor. It'll record video in 1080p and it has a live view in the Blink mobile app that lets you check in on your home whenever you want. You're also getting a wider field of view with this updated model. Being an Amazon product, it's no surprise that it works with Alexa. The camera has two-way audio, so you can chat with your pooch while you're out. It also supports person detection, but you'll need <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B08JHG867P&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=24c10d0c-894f-4c54-9b85-3c81fbaa5ece&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=a+subscription&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOEpIRzg2N1A_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMjRjMTBkMGMtODk0Zi00YzU0LTliODUtM2M4MWZiYWE1ZWNlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOEpIRzg2N1AiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAdeckoKr2ARF3tjlNsU5lEbhivp_s3NkP8amulIZwjiq&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08JHG867P">a subscription</a> for that. (They start at $3 per month or $30 per year for one device.) Although it's primarily an indoor camera, you can also use the Blink Mini 2 outdoors. However, that requires a <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0CBL72HYD&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=24c10d0c-894f-4c54-9b85-3c81fbaa5ece&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=%2410+weather-resistant+power+adapter&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0JsaW5rLS1NaW5pLTItUG93ZXItQWRwYXRlci9kcC9CMENCTDcySFlELz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyNGMxMGQwYy04OTRmLTRjNTQtOWI4NS0zYzgxZmJhYTVlY2UiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vQmxpbmstLU1pbmktMi1Qb3dlci1BZHBhdGVyL2RwL0IwQ0JMNzJIWUQvIiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&signature=AQAAAc1xII6EgVzYPHXtlY3Z85JZ8ZmXO6mgm8Gs04PMjm03&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBlink--Mini-2-Power-Adpater%2Fdp%2FB0CBL72HYD%2F">$10 weather-resistant power adapter</a>. The camera is available in black and white. Both colors are available for <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0BWX1D2DW&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=24c10d0c-894f-4c54-9b85-3c81fbaa5ece&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=the+%2435+deal&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0JsaW5rLU1pbmktMi1DYW1lcmEtV2hpdGUvZHAvQjBCV1gxRDJEVz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyNGMxMGQwYy04OTRmLTRjNTQtOWI4NS0zYzgxZmJhYTVlY2UiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vQmxpbmstTWluaS0yLUNhbWVyYS1XaGl0ZS9kcC9CMEJXWDFEMkRXIiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&signature=AQAAAcdSrxO_B4KP7PMpoiT-93UUGKuMx1s-H8T_swmD-8xv&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBlink-Mini-2-Camera-White%2Fdp%2FB0BWX1D2DW">the $35 deal</a>.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/a-bundle-of-two-blink-mini-2-security-cameras-is-only-35-for-prime-day-201819580.html?src=rss

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The latest Kindle Scribe drops to a record-low price for Prime Day

The latest Amazon Kindle Scribe ereader <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0CZ9VFQ2P&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=de2dc6c0-6289-4883-a281-8c428c1031af&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=is+on+sale+for+just+%24260&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1o5VkZRMlA_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGUyZGM2YzAtNjI4OS00ODgzLWEyODEtOGM0MjhjMTAzMWFmIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1o5VkZRMlAiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAXQ6x08oH4KqieD48YC8B2lskHgH6ybquVpsq4sMfG5C&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CZ9VFQ2P">is on sale for just $260</a> as part of the upcoming <a href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-prime-day/">Prime Day festivities</a>. This is a record-low price and a discount of $140. The sale applies to the 16GB model, which is enough storage for thousands of books and notes. The Kindle Scribe is Amazon's answer to devices like the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/tablets/remarkable-paper-pro-review-writing-in-color-is-nice-but-itll-cost-you-173024590.html">reMarkable E ink tablet</a>. It's both a standard ereader and a tablet for taking notes, as it ships with a pen for scribbling. This makes it handy for writing down thoughts or for mindlessly drawing pizza slices. Users can jot notes over books, but not every title supports this feature. The Scribe made our list of the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/tablets/best-e-ink-tablet-130037939.html">best E Ink tablets</a> for a number of reasons. We appreciated the low latency when writing. In most cases, users won't notice any latency at all. The latest software update also brings in new brush types, which now include a fountain pen, a marker and a pencil. This device makes it easy to create multiple notebooks for different purposes. There are even some <a href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/tablets/kindle-scribe-hands-on-you-can-scribble-on-your-books-130043335.html">AI tools for summarization and the like</a>. Of course, it's also a standard ereader. I have a Scribe and, to be honest, I use it primarily for reading. The giant 10.2-inch screen is just so luxe and offers a superior reading experience to standard-sized Kindles. It's a bit heavier and cumbersome to hold for long periods, but that tradeoff is worth it to me. The only major downside here is the price. It's tough to recommend a $400 ereader, even with all of the handwriting bells and whistles. However, this sale certainly takes the edge off a bit.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-latest-kindle-scribe-drops-to-a-record-low-price-for-prime-day-131544672.html?src=rss

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Reception: Positive

The best Prime Day Apple deals on iPads, MacBooks, AirPods and more

You won’t find many discounts on Apple’s own website — but that doesn’t mean you have to pay full price for a new iPad or pair of AirPods. Amazon’s July sale is nearly here and we’re already tracking down the best Prime Day Apple deals from across the site. We found deals on a long list of the Apple devices we recommend, including the new iPad, the MacBook Air, the Apple Watch Series 10 and everyone’s favorite (and one of the tiniest) Apple gadget, the AirPods Pro. Check out below for the best Prime Day deals on Apple gear — we even linked out to our reviews so you can read up before you buy. <h2 id="jump-link-best-prime-day-apple-watch-deals">Best Prime Day Apple Watch deals</h2> <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0DGHZJVYY&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Apple+Watch+SE+for+%24169+%2832+percent+off%29%3A&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwREdIWkpWWVkvcmVmPWZzX2Ffd3QyX3VzND90YWc9Z2RndDBjLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI3ZjkzZTI4OC01NjY1LTQxNGQtYWMxOC05Y2JjMzgzN2VlZmUiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmFtYXpvbi5jb20vZHAvQjBER0haSlZZWS9yZWY9ZnNfYV93dDJfdXM0IiwiZHluYW1pY0NlbnRyYWxUcmFja2luZ0lkIjp0cnVlLCJzaXRlSWQiOiJ1cy1lbmdhZGdldCIsInBhZ2VJZCI6IjFwLWF1dG9saW5rIiwiZmVhdHVyZUlkIjoidGV4dC1saW5rIn0&signature=AQAAARJT2O_koAx-g7eKKPRkhq6IvVjEpmDWbw5ayzs14_WW&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DGHZJVYY%2Fref%3Dfs_a_wt2_us4">Apple Watch SE for $169 (32 percent off):</a> Those on tight budgets can opt for the Apple Watch SE and know they’re getting the core Apple wearable experience with few compromises. We consider it to be the best smartwatch for newbies. <h2 id="jump-link-best-prime-day-ipad-deals">Best Prime Day iPad deals</h2> <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0D3J6L2ZC&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Apple+iPad+Pro+%2811-inch%2C+M4%29+for+%24899+%28%24100+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRDNKNkwyWkM_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2Y5M2UyODgtNTY2NS00MTRkLWFjMTgtOWNiYzM4MzdlZWZlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRDNKNkwyWkMiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAdlE2wKbb_9hb71iklz9AJ2q27eH9WCOcIo77x5rW40m&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D3J6L2ZC">Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, M4) for $899 ($100 off)</a>: We named the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/mobile/tablets/best-tablets-150026056.html">iPad Pro the best tablet</a> money can buy. The screen is one of the best we’ve seen and Apple somehow managed to make the Pro model <a href="https://www.engadget.com/the-m4-ipad-pro-is-literally-lighter-than-air-164942372.html">lighter than Air</a> models. If you plan on handling heavy productivity — video rendering and editing, machine learning apps and the like, this is the way to go. <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0D3J98W75&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Apple+iPad+Pro+%2813-inch%2C+M4%29+for+%241%2C099+%28%24200+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRDNKOThXNzU_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2Y5M2UyODgtNTY2NS00MTRkLWFjMTgtOWNiYzM4MzdlZWZlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRDNKOThXNzUiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAYWG4j74_BFt_Ah0ynctVMT0Kq52SRDsNCdbSSIq1IkS&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D3J98W75">Apple iPad Pro (13-inch, M4) for $1,099 ($200 off)</a>: The larger iPad pro is the ultimate laptop replacer. The M4 chip is faster than many computers out there but the thin and light design makes it super portable. The battery life will last through a whole day of work and more (we clocked over 10 hours of use <a href="https://www.engadget.com/the-m4-ipad-pro-is-literally-lighter-than-air-164942372.html">in our review</a>) and the screen is brilliant. Our only real complaint is the price, and this Prime Day helps at least a little. <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0DK3YF38G&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Apple+iPad+Mini+%28A17+Pro%29+for+%24399+%28%24100+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwREszWUYzOEc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2Y5M2UyODgtNTY2NS00MTRkLWFjMTgtOWNiYzM4MzdlZWZlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwREszWUYzOEciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAan__sYxclSKO3GA7DPajmMRnJxQISCJw-rEuyKJlH0K&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DK3YF38G">Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) for $399 ($100 off)</a>: Apple’s smallest iPad earned an <a href="https://www.engadget.com/ipad-pro-2024-review-so-very-nice-and-so-very-expensive-210012937.html">83 review score</a> from us when it came out late last year. Despite its compact size, it’s still a fully-featured iPad, with support for accessories and a laminated, anti-reflective screen. It’s not a laptop-replacer, but rather the perfect couch companion, handling games, video, web browsing and email triage. <h2 id="jump-link-best-prime-day-macbook-deals">Best Prime Day MacBook deals</h2> <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0DZDBWM5B&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=MacBook+Air+%28M4%2C+15-inch%29+for+%241%2C049+%28%24150+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRFpEQldNNUIvP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjdmOTNlMjg4LTU2NjUtNDE0ZC1hYzE4LTljYmMzODM3ZWVmZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMERaREJXTTVCLyIsImR5bmFtaWNDZW50cmFsVHJhY2tpbmdJZCI6dHJ1ZSwic2l0ZUlkIjoidXMtZW5nYWRnZXQiLCJwYWdlSWQiOiIxcC1hdXRvbGluayIsImZlYXR1cmVJZCI6InRleHQtbGluayJ9&signature=AQAAAUuB-62WTBRee95gYRv4TqYA6CuKSV2I2DCFegGME3U9&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DZDBWM5B%2F">MacBook Air (M4, 15-inch) for $1,049 ($150 off)</a>: If you want a little more screen real estate, go for the 15-inch Air. Devindra found the screen more immersive than the smaller model, and only slightly less portable. The slightly larger battery gave it a few more minutes of life. Whichever size you go for, the MacBook Air will be able to handle all but the most demanding rendering tasks without breaking a sweat. <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0DLHB9X2G&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=MacBook+Air+%2815-inch%2C+M3%2C+24GB+RAM%29+for+%241%2C249+%28%24450+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRExIQjlYMkc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2Y5M2UyODgtNTY2NS00MTRkLWFjMTgtOWNiYzM4MzdlZWZlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwRExIQjlYMkciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAATL58_Po7AaFW0VjwTYFyVIVvz7i1E9LbznuKZyh80-G&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DLHB9X2G">MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 24GB RAM) for $1,249 ($450 off)</a>: This higher-specced version of the M3 MacBook Air from last year has a 15-inch screen and a little extra internal memory. We gave the 15-inch model a score of 90 <a href="https://www.engadget.com/macbook-air-m3-review-2024-13-15-inch-140053162.html">in our review</a> when it came out in early 2024. Outside of its older M3 chip (which is still plenty fast for everyday use), marginally improved camera and inability to<a href="https://support.apple.com/guide/macbook-air/use-an-external-display-apd8cdd74f57/mac#:~:text=MacBook%20Air%20with%20M4.,8K%20resolution%20at%2060%20Hz."> power two external displays</a> with the lid open, this MacBook is virtually identical to the M4 version. <h2 id="jump-link-best-prime-day-airpod-deals">Best Prime Day AirPod deals</h2> <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0DGJC52FP&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=AirPods+Max+%28USB-C%29+for+%24480+%28%2469+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwREdKQzUyRlAvP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjdmOTNlMjg4LTU2NjUtNDE0ZC1hYzE4LTljYmMzODM3ZWVmZSIsIm9yaWdpbmFsVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMERHSkM1MkZQLyIsImR5bmFtaWNDZW50cmFsVHJhY2tpbmdJZCI6dHJ1ZSwic2l0ZUlkIjoidXMtZW5nYWRnZXQiLCJwYWdlSWQiOiIxcC1hdXRvbGluayIsImZlYXR1cmVJZCI6InRleHQtbGluayJ9&signature=AQAAAZQtCXQE4J5ksm75zobhn3glHRuVz2l-gPwTVSEvUZuS&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DGJC52FP%2F">AirPods Max (USB-C) for $480 ($69 off)</a>: Apple’s only over-ear headphones are due for an update. The company outfitted the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/apples-usb-c-airpods-max-are-69-off-ahead-of-prime-day-144105490.html">AirPods Max</a> with a USB-C port late last year, but the internals haven’t had an overhaul since 2020. Still, we named them the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/best-airpods-100041810.html">best (and only) over-earn AirPods</a>. They are comfortable and relatively lightweight, have a balanced sound and the noise cancellation is solid. <h2 id="jump-link-best-prime-day-deals-on-apple-accessories">Best Prime Day deals on Apple accessories</h2> <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0D3J71RM7&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=7f93e288-5665-414d-ac18-9cbc3837eefe&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Apple+Pencil+Pro+for+%2499+%28%2430+off%29&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FwcGxlLVBlbmNpbC1Qcm8tUGl4ZWwtUGVyZmVjdC1JbmR1c3RyeS1MZWFkaW5nL2RwL0IwRDNKNzFSTTc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2Y5M2UyODgtNTY2NS00MTRkLWFjMTgtOWNiYzM4MzdlZWZlIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FwcGxlLVBlbmNpbC1Qcm8tUGl4ZWwtUGVyZmVjdC1JbmR1c3RyeS1MZWFkaW5nL2RwL0IwRDNKNzFSTTciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAWF2yRPIXSFjyZiirHgL77d-vsiKPDRnz8DvC4FM_ts7&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FApple-Pencil-Pro-Pixel-Perfect-Industry-Leading%2Fdp%2FB0D3J71RM7">Apple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off)</a>: Apple announced the Pro version of its pencil <a href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-pencil-pro-adds-squeeze-roll-and-haptic-feedback-to-its-bag-of-tricks-144712885.html">at the same time</a> as the iPad Pro with the M4 chip. It adds haptic feedback, squeeze gestures and roll capabilities to the usual stylus tricks. It works with the newest iPad Pro, Air and Mini models.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-best-prime-day-apple-deals-on-ipads-macbooks-airpods-and-more-150005724.html?src=rss

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Reception: Positive

The Amazon Smart Plug falls to only $13 for Prime Day

If you're looking for an ultra-affordable away to make a part of your home a little smarter, look no further than the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B089DR29T6&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=ca7d88e5-e8d4-49e0-b38a-b6f71b64ee44&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Amazon+Smart+Plug&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwODlEUjI5VDY_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiY2E3ZDg4ZTUtZThkNC00OWUwLWIzOGEtYjZmNzFiNjRlZTQ0Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwODlEUjI5VDYiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAZh7E2y8b0iG7pvA7QLIUjzKbXelqtkKx_LKkIHs-Gmp&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB089DR29T6">Amazon Smart Plug</a>. <a href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-prime-day-2025-the-best-early-deals-live-before-the-sale-plus-everything-else-you-need-to-know-120028014.html">Prime Day deals</a> have brought the IoT device down to just $13, which is 48 percent off its regular price. Amazon's accessory made it onto our list of the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/home/smart-home/best-smart-plug-131542429.html">best smart plugs</a> and it's particularly good for anyone who's already relying heavily on Alexa as their voice assistant. It plus into any outlet and can turn common items like lamps and coffee makers into "smart" ones by letting you control them with voice commands, set usage schedules and more. It's extremely easy to set up and use, particularly for folks who have some experience with the Alexa app. It doesn't require a smart home hub, as the app itself handles adjustments. The compact design also ensures there's room for another plug in a standard two-outlet fixture. The plug will automatically reconnect to Alexa after a power or Wi-Fi outage. We came away impressed with some of the features here. The app allows users to create routines, and we got a small thrill by saying "Alexa, goodnight" and watching everything power down for the evening. The major drawback here is the app's lack of sharing capabilities. The app doesn't let other people in the home access smart home devices, though they should be able to turn stuff on and off with their voice. However, they won't be able to make routines or adjust settings. It's also not the cheapest smart plug on the market, but this sale handles that for now.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-amazon-smart-plug-falls-to-only-13-for-prime-day-230012842.html?src=rss

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Reception: Positive

Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are $115 off for Prime Day

Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B09XS7JWHH&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=a1d3fbf7-5f2a-4d2c-b887-cab73f9551ed&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=are+%24115+off&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NvbnktV0gtMTAwMFhNNS1DYW5jZWxpbmctSGVhZHBob25lcy1IYW5kcy1GcmVlL2RwL0IwOVhTN0pXSEg_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYTFkM2ZiZjctNWYyYS00ZDJjLWI4ODctY2FiNzNmOTU1MWVkIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NvbnktV0gtMTAwMFhNNS1DYW5jZWxpbmctSGVhZHBob25lcy1IYW5kcy1GcmVlL2RwL0IwOVhTN0pXSEgiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAf5tGdFdTaR5pHuuakD4lrkKDoGjTO5_AWJ-TMV735HC&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSony-WH-1000XM5-Canceling-Headphones-Hands-Free%2Fdp%2FB09XS7JWHH">are $115 off</a> as part of the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-prime-day/">Prime Day festivities</a>, which brings the price down to $285. This discount applies to multiple colorways. These headphones once topped our list of the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/best-headphones-wireless-bluetooth-120543205.html">best wireless headphones</a> before being usurped by the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0F3PQHWTZ&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=a1d3fbf7-5f2a-4d2c-b887-cab73f9551ed&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=XM6&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NvbnktV0gtMTAwMFhNNi1IZWFkcGhvbmVzLU1pY3JvcGhvbmVzLVN0dWRpby1RdWFsaXR5L2RwL0IwRjNQUUhXVFo_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYTFkM2ZiZjctNWYyYS00ZDJjLWI4ODctY2FiNzNmOTU1MWVkIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NvbnktV0gtMTAwMFhNNi1IZWFkcGhvbmVzLU1pY3JvcGhvbmVzLVN0dWRpby1RdWFsaXR5L2RwL0IwRjNQUUhXVFoiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAASQua48T5UwKOF4HQ9IlQMhIkxHFYV5a7raZu_1eBkUs&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSony-WH-1000XM6-Headphones-Microphones-Studio-Quality%2Fdp%2FB0F3PQHWTZ">XM6</a>. They are still fantastic, despite being slightly outshined by the newer kid on the block. We praised the "supreme comfort" and "great sound" <a href="https://www.engadget.com/sony-wh-1000xm5-review-160045478-160045458.html">in our official review</a>, along with the powerful ANC technology. The battery life is also incredible here. Users can expect around 30 hours per charge, which will more than handle a long train ride or flight. It's also lighter than the XM4, which adds to the overall comfort. There are touch controls on the outside panel of the right ear cup, with the ability to play, pause, skip tracks and adjust the volume. These cans also work with various voice assistants and there's an affiliated app that allows for even more customization. The headphones offer multipoint connectivity and there are a handful of integrated microphones for phone calls. The only downside here remains the price, which has been somewhat alleviated by this sale.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/sonys-wh-1000xm5-headphones-are-115-off-for-prime-day-123544069.html?src=rss

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Reception: Positive

Prime Day deals include the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam for only $40

Ring security gear is among the smart home tech on sale for <a href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-prime-day/">Prime Day</a> this year. One of the highlights from the sale is the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0CRMD7JGD&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=db469f38-2528-44bd-8af9-9572876c6abf&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Pan-Tilt+Indoor+Cam&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1JNRDdKR0Q_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGI0NjlmMzgtMjUyOC00NGJkLThhZjktOTU3Mjg3NmM2YWJmIiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1JNRDdKR0QiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAdfRgpJhFMafDPXHnrl2Tj0m6EB6pq9XxRXEqegmCrcb&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CRMD7JGD">Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam</a> — it normally goes for $80, but it's half off right now and down to only $40. That's even lower than the previous all-time low price of $50 that we've seen during other sales, and the discount applies to all colorways: Black, Blush, Charcoal, Starlight and White. Ring <a href="https://www.engadget.com/rings-new-indoor-camera-lets-you-pan-and-tilt-for-a-better-view-130047398.html">introduced the Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam</a> in 2024. It can spin a full 360 degrees on its base, and tilts up and down with a tilt range of 169 degrees. That makes it especially helpful for keeping tabs on pets and other goings-on in the home. It offers live views in addition to 24/7 recording, and supports two-way talk for when you want to check-in with a family member. The Pan-Tilt Cam also offers HD color video day and night. The camera has a physical shutter as well, for when you want to be sure it's not watching. Sliding this will cover the camera, and Ring says it'll also disable the audio and video feeds. Setup should be easy with the Ring app, but if you aren't already in the Ring ecosystem, you'll need a subscription to use this camera. Ring offers <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b50ccd99-4c85-48e0-a2ed-9c2b9b65422b&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=db469f38-2528-44bd-8af9-9572876c6abf&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Ring&linkText=three+subscription+options&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3JpbmcuY29tL3BsYW5zIy9jb21wYXJlLXBsYW5zIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkYjQ2OWYzOC0yNTI4LTQ0YmQtOGFmOS05NTcyODc2YzZhYmYiLCJvcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vcmluZy5jb20vcGxhbnMjL2NvbXBhcmUtcGxhbnMifQ&signature=AQAAAdp2gOriOLyhvO2mVhlsr4UYQPLiQSiiuIpdCPt8JRTo&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fring.com%2Fplans%23%2Fcompare-plans">three subscription options</a> at $4.99, $9.99 and $19.99 per month.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/prime-day-deals-include-the-ring-pan-tilt-indoor-cam-for-only-40-123513441.html?src=rss

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Reception: Positive

Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max drops to $35 for Prime Day

<a href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-prime-day-2025-the-best-early-deals-live-before-the-sale-plus-everything-else-you-need-to-know-120028014.html">Amazon Prime Day</a> can be a good time to upgrade your home theater setup thanks to all the tech deals we usually see. As was to be expected, Amazon has discounted nearly all of its own streaming devices, including the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0BP9SNVH9&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=e4211434-0b8b-40a0-8b6a-9c2f87494035&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Fire+TV+Stick+4K+Max&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQlA5U05WSDk_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZTQyMTE0MzQtMGI4Yi00MGEwLThiNmEtOWMyZjg3NDk0MDM1Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQlA5U05WSDkiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAbc-Xh5LasBa10Bi9p7yJeD2bJ88bnM5VaHISR6bE9lO&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0BP9SNVH9">Fire TV Stick 4K Max</a>, which is on sale for only $35 right now. That's nearly a record-low price and it represents a 42-percent discount. While we still prefer Amazon's Fire TV Stick HD as <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/best-streaming-devices-media-players-123021395.html">a budget streaming option</a>, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max could be worth the upgrade for you. Amazon's device supports 4K video, Dolby Atmos, HDR10+ and if you have a newer router, Wi-Fi 6E. It's the best option if you're committed to the dongle-lifestyle — the even-more-powerful <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-10-11-amazon-fire-tv-cube-2019-review.html">Fire TV Cube</a> needs a TV stand to rest on — and a surprisingly great choice if you're looking for a capable retro game console. Amazon's also added in several features to the Fire TV Stick 4K Max that take it beyond a basic streamer. The built-in Ambient Experience lets the dongle display art and widgets when you're not using your TV, not unlike <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/samsung-the-frame-tv-irl-153546368.html">Samsung's The Frame</a> and <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/home/home-theater/samsungs-frame-pro-tv-features-the-companys-high-end-neo-qled-panel-030042346.html">The Frame Pro</a>. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max can also stream games from Xbox Game Pass using the Xbox app or <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-luna-official-launch-date-162639085.html">Amazon Luna</a>. The only real reasons to not consider Amazon's platform is if you don't like using Alexa, which acts as the main voice interface for all Fire TVs, don't want to be pushed towards Amazon's services or your subscriptions are tangled up in another platform. You can buy subscriptions to a variety of streaming services and live channels through Amazon Prime Video, but if you've already done that on Apple TV+ for example, you might want to wait out your subscription before jumping ship.  This is just one of a few Fire TV deals you can snag for Prime Day. Others include the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B09BZZ3MM7&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=e4211434-0b8b-40a0-8b6a-9c2f87494035&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Fire+TV+Cube&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOUJaWjNNTTc_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZTQyMTE0MzQtMGI4Yi00MGEwLThiNmEtOWMyZjg3NDk0MDM1Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOUJaWjNNTTciLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAAWzu30SxpfxlV3iwcDHV-Jr-gSjvA89wX0JJ_sZ6RCT7&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB09BZZ3MM7">Fire TV Cube</a> for $90 and the <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&itemId=amazon_B0CQMRKRV5&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=e4211434-0b8b-40a0-8b6a-9c2f87494035&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=Fire+TV+Stick+HD&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1FNUktSVjU_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZTQyMTE0MzQtMGI4Yi00MGEwLThiNmEtOWMyZjg3NDk0MDM1Iiwib3JpZ2luYWxVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1FNUktSVjUiLCJkeW5hbWljQ2VudHJhbFRyYWNraW5nSWQiOnRydWUsInNpdGVJZCI6InVzLWVuZ2FkZ2V0IiwicGFnZUlkIjoiMXAtYXV0b2xpbmsiLCJmZWF0dXJlSWQiOiJ0ZXh0LWxpbmsifQ&signature=AQAAARjhzrf_9xda7RXG1p4s6SWUQUdQyFa9lK0tILNlh342&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CQMRKRV5">Fire TV Stick HD</a> for $18. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazons-fire-tv-stick-4k-max-drops-to-35-for-prime-day-122512460.html?src=rss

Source: www.engadget.com

Reception: Positive

Three months of Audible is only $3 in this Prime Day deal

The <a href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/prime-day-2025-when-amazons-sales-event-begins-early-deals-already-live-plus-everything-else-you-need-to-know-120028256.html">bumper 2025 edition</a> of Amazon's Prime Day is fast approaching and the deals are starting to emerge. While we've seen this offer pop up several times in the past, it's one that's always worth highlighting. <a class="rapid-with-clickid" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&contentUuid=b4d2d113-6f90-4134-bfa3-ab46f0bb9fb6&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&linkText=New+Audible+subscribers&custData=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&signature=AQAAAeAxGICc7O_JBx3r1zQPvOJ8Ryko5RcIdG8UOhNl3x0e&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAudible-Books-and-Originals%2Fb%3Fnode%3D18145289011">New Audible subscribers</a> can get three months of access to the Premium Plus plan for $3. That's a total of $42 off. This is one of the <a href="https://www.engadget.com/deals/best-streaming-service-deals-133028980.html">best streaming deals</a> around right now. It will be available until July 31, which is a few weeks after the Prime Day event ends (it could probably be called Prime Week this year since it's running for four days). If you don't cancel your Audible membership before the promotional period ends, it will automatically renew for $15 per month. Through the Audible Premium Plus plan, you'll receive one credit each month. You can use this to claim any audiobook you like on the platform, whether it's a bestseller, new release or something else you've been meaning to get to. You'll retain access to audiobooks you claim with credits even after your subscription expires. So, you're effectively getting three audiobooks for your permanent collection for three bucks. Audible members will be able to take advantage of exclusive discounts and sales too. They also get access to thousands of audiobooks, <a href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-09-07-audible-free-original-audiobooks.html">Audible Originals</a> and podcasts as long as their subscription remains active.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/three-months-of-audible-is-only-3-in-this-prime-day-deal-143734246.html?src=rss

Source: www.engadget.com

Reception: Positive

Xbox's sci-fi looter-shooter Blackbird was scrapped even after leaving execs 'blown away'

Xbox was well on its way to delivering a sci-fi stylized game with plenty of exciting movement mechanics before an abrupt change of heart. The upcoming third-person shooter RPG codenamed Blackbird from ZeniMax Online Studios, which developed The Elder Scrolls Online, has been "shelved indefinitely," according to an exclusive report from <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-07-03/microsoft-s-xbox-cancels-blackbird-an-upcoming-game-that-impressed-executives">Bloomberg</a>. The report added that Xbox execs were "blown away" by the game and had "nothing but complimentary words," according to Bloomberg's sources. The exciting new IP was expected to rival the Destiny franchise with its looter-shooter gameplay in an alien noir-themed world. The Bloomberg report revealed that a sci-fi setting would be paired with movement-based abilities like "double-jumping, air-dashing, a grappling hook and wall climbing." The project was reportedly gaining momentum recently and was set to be released in 2028, after the studio expanded its team to 300 people. Microsoft didn't provide comments to Bloomberg or any explicit reasoning why the Blackbird project was dropped. Not much was known about the game, but<a href="https://www.trueachievements.com/news/canceled-xbox-mmo-project-blackbird"> TrueAchievements</a> uncovered a plot that revolves around players uncovering a notorious murder in a capital city called Exodus. Along with Blackbird, Microsoft canceled <a href="https://www.engadget.com/gaming/everwild-has-reportedly-been-cancelled-amid-xbox-layoffs-162200526.html">Everwild</a>, a fantasy game from Rare that's been in development since 2014, and a reboot of the Perfect Dark first-person shooter.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xboxs-sci-fi-looter-shooter-blackbird-was-scrapped-even-after-leaving-execs-blown-away-191305493.html?src=rss

Source: www.engadget.com

Reception: Negative

A Tesla robotaxi inexplicably drove into a parked car

One of Tesla's fully autonomous robotaxis grazed a parked car after completing a ride recently in Austin, Texas. In a <a href="https://youtu.be/N2l2KcwBXZ8?si=IPJgorXycXyKGbdc&t=295">video recorded</a> by YouTuber DirtyTesla, a self-driving Model Y is seen turning and accelerating into a Toyota, making light contact with its tire. As seen in the video, the Model Y already dropped off its passenger, but had trouble navigating out of the dark alleyway afterwards. Tesla's robotaxi service <a href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/teslas-first-robotaxi-rides-are-already-running-into-a-few-bumps-205308245.html">launched in Austin</a> just two weeks ago with a small fleet. According to DirtyTesla, there were no serious injuries or damages and the robotaxi's <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/transportation/tesla-inaugural-robotaxi-rides-will-have-a-human-safety-monitor-on-board-161307639.html">safety monitor</a> eventually swapped to the driver's seat and drove off. Although the sideswipe was minor, it's unclear what caused the Tesla to drive into the parked car instead of driving off normally after completing the ride. Outside this incident involving another car, other invited guests have shared their unexpected experiences with Tesla's robotaxi service. So far, we've seen the robotaxi service abruptly stop for emergency lights that aren't on the road and <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://x.com/TeslaPodcast/status/1936922325808562343">briefly drive</a> on the wrong side of a double yellow line. It's important to note that Tesla's self-driving software relies mostly on cameras and artificial intelligence. That's unlike some of its competition, like Waymo, which uses a combination of cameras, lidar and radar for its robotaxi service. However, Waymo isn't without its own incidents, one of which led to a <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/waymo-issues-recall-after-one-its-self-driving-taxis-crashed-into-a-pole-121937607.html">voluntary recall</a> of its fleet in Phoenix, Arizona, following a collision with a telephone pole last year. More recently, Waymo issued <a class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/alphabets-waymo-recalls-over-1200-vehicles-after-collisions-with-roadway-2025-05-14/">another recall</a> for its robotaxis, which were reportedly prone to hit roadway barriers that are harder to see.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/a-tesla-robotaxi-inexplicably-drove-into-a-parked-car-171004400.html?src=rss

Source: www.engadget.com

Reception: Positive

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