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Save $50: As of Nov. 25, the Meta Quest 2 bundle with Resident Evil 4 and Beat Saber is $50 off for Black Friday. Grab it for $349.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and more. Until Meta decides to upstage itself with a Quest 3 (a likely, but unconfirmed successor), not even that annoying $100 price hike in August could throw the Quest 2 off its pedestal as the best VR headset to buy right now. Following that little stunt, we're feeling pretty lucky to see a $50 discount on the Meta Quest 2 bundle for Black Friday — from multiple retailers, at that, seemingly keeping us out of "out of stock" territory. Now just $349.99, the 128GB Quest 2 bundle seems (even more) ridiculously affordable compared to the other Quest in the fam, the $1,499 Quest Pro. If you want to get technical about the value of this bundle, let's also consider the two freebies: Resident Evil 4 and Beat Saber. The latter, a super sick VR rhythm game where you slash beats to music, has been included with the Quest 2 since Meta jacked the price — but that's going away. A tweet from Meta in August revealed that the free Beat Saber download offer would only be available through Dec. 31. Buying the bundle now not only saves you $50 on the headset and Resident Evil 4, but the extra $29.99 that Beat Saber will cost in 2023. Grab the Meta Quest 2 bundle for $349.99 at the retailer you like best: Amazon Best Buy Walmart GameStop Meta Opens in a new tab Credit: Meta Meta Quest 2 Resident Evil 4 VR bundle with Beat Saber (128GB) (opens in a new tab) $349.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

SAVE UP TO $150: The all-new Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro just got some sweet Black Friday discounts. Score a Pixel 7 for $499 ($100 off with a qualifying trade-in) at Best Buy, or get a 7 Pro for $749 ($150 off, no trade-in required) at Amazon. While Black Friday is known for TV and home deals, it's also one of the best times of the year to upgrade your phone. Black Friday tech discounts are usually paired with some sweet trade-in offers, which brings popular smartphones down to seriously low prices. Case in point: You can grab a Google Pixel 7 or 7 Pro for $499 and $749, respectively, as of Nov. 25. SEE ALSO: Pixel 7 and 7 Pro review: Google weaves its camera magic again As with all phone deals, there's a bit of a catch for the $499 Pixel 7 deal. This price is available at Best Buy with an eligible trade-in, so head to the site and input the details for your desired trade-in to see if your device is eligible. Most of the previous Google Pixel models qualify, and some will even rack up an additional couple hundred bucks in discounts. The $749 Amazon deal, however, doesn't come with any fine print. It's just a nice $150 off the latest and greatest Google Pixel. We also saw this same pricing at Google, if you want to buy directly. If you do opt for Google and have a trade-in, you can score an even bigger discount, too. Opens in a new tab Credit: Google Google Pixel 7 (opens in a new tab) $499 at Best Buy with qualifying trade-in (save $100) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Opens in a new tab Credit: Google Google Pixel 7 Pro (opens in a new tab) $749 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

Ready for a holiday countdown? Check out these Black Friday deals on Advent calendars, available as of Nov. 25: OUR TOP PICK: LEGO Guardians of The Galaxy 2022 Advent Calendar — $23.99 $44.99 (save $21) BEST FOR SWEET TOOTHS: Sugarfina 24 Tastes of Christmas Advent Calendar — $40 $60 (save $20) BEST FOR BEAUTY BUFFS: OPI Holiday Nail Lacquer Mini 25-Piece Advent Calendar — $47.97 $79.95 (save $31.98) Now that Thanksgiving is officially over, it's time for the end-of-year gifting holidays. Countdown to Christmas (or the gift-giving event of your choice) with an Advent calendar on sale for Black Friday. Here are our top picks: Opens in a new tab Credit: Lego Our pick: LEGO 'Guardians of The Galaxy' 2022 Advent Calendar (opens in a new tab) $23.99 at Amazon (save $21) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itLego Advent calendars are by far our favorites. There are tons of different theme options, from Harry Potter to this Guardians of the Galaxy calendar. This would make a great early holiday gift for the lego-loving kid or adult in your life, and if gives you a fun activity to do every day leading up to the holidays. More Advent calendar dealsPukka Tea Advent Calendar 2022 — $13.92 $19.99 (save $6.07) Just Play Disney Classic Advent Calendar — $21.99 $31.99 (save $10) LEGO Friends Advent Calendar — $22.39 $27.99 (save $5.60) Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: The Nightmare Before Christmas — $23.99 $35 (save $11.01) NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Gemstone Advent Calendar — $24.99 $34.99 (save $10) Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Harry Potter — $27.49 $59.99 (save $32.50) LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar — $28.79 $35.99 (save $7.20) Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Star Wars Holiday — $31.99 $59.99 (save $28) NYX Makeup Limited Edition Holiday 24-Day Advent Calendar — $32.50 $65 (save $32.50) Sugarfina 24 Tastes of Christmas Advent Calendar — $40 $60 (save $20) VAHDAM, Tea Advent Calendar 2022 — $44.99 $59.99 (save $15) OPI Holiday Nail Lacquer Mini 25-Piece Advent Calendar — $47.97 $79.95 (save $31.98) View the full article

Is there such a thing as having too many stocking stuffers on hand? We're inclined to believe not. A great stocking stuffer marries usefulness, novelty, and affordability. Stockings aren't where you pull out all the stops, but they provide the perfect opportunity to give someone that small knick-knack that they didn't know they needed, and very well has the potential to change their life. And as for keeping costs low, Black Friday is the perfect time to add a few of these life-changers to your cart. SEE ALSO: All the best gifts on sale for Black Friday Checking all three of those boxes can be tricky, but to make your life easy, and keep the affordability element going strong, we've pulled 35 of the best stocking stuffer deals. Let's start off with a couple of our absolute favorites: OUR TOP PICK: DoorDash gift card — $80 $100 (save $20)Admittedly, $80 is a little on the steep side for a stocking stuffer, but we can almost guarantee that there is no one in your life who would be disappointed to receive this gift card. (And it fits the stocking stuffer small size metric beautifully). Think of it as giving the ease of not having to cook dinner after a long day, the relief at knowing you can order lunch in the middle of a marathon day of meetings, or the reassurance that your college student is eating full meals. Opens in a new tab Credit: DoorDash Our pick: DoorDash gift card (opens in a new tab) $80 at Best Buy (save $20) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) OUR TOP (SLIGHTLY CHEAPER) PICK: Tile Mate (2022) — $17.99 $24.99 (save $7)Everyone on Earth has said some version of, "Where the hell did I put my keys," while trying to rush out the door. Tile Mate trackers are the perfect antidote to this universal problem. Even if the person in your life who's prone to misplacing their things already has one, they're sure to appreciate another. Opens in a new tab Credit: Tile Mate Tile Mate tracker (opens in a new tab) $17.99 at Amazon (save $7) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Best stocking stuffers under $100Stasher Starter Kit (7 pack) — $65.09 $92.99 (save $27.90) Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 — $79.99 $99.99 Adidas gift card — $80 $100 (save $20) Foreo Luna Mini 3 Silicone Face Cleansing Brush — $89.50 $179 (save $89.50) Beat Studio Buds — $89.95 $149.95 (save $60) Best stocking stuffers under $50Animal Crossing: New Horizons (physical) — $29 $59.99 (save $30.99) Mario Party Superstars — $29 $59.88 (save $30.88) Kasa Smart Bulbs — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10) Glossier Balm Dotcalm Trio — $30 $36 (save $6) Fly by Jing Holiday Triple Threat set — $36 $45 (save $9) Tamagotchi Pix — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20) We-Vibe Tango bullet vibrator — $40 $79 (save $39) Save 20% on Baggu reusable bags Best stocking stuffers under $25Nintendo eShop Gift Card — $4.50 $5 (save $0.50) Rabbit Bottle Stoppers (set of 4) — $5.60 $8 (save $2.40) Bedsure Satin Pillowcase — $5.99 $7.99 (save $2) Poo-Pourri Spray Bottle — $7.99 $9.99 (save $2) Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Spring Water — $9.80 $14 (save $4.20) Hero Mighty Patch Original Pimple Patches — $10.39 $13 (save $2.61) Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strain Pot Strainer — $12.46 $29.99 (save $17.53) Throw Throw Avocado by Exploding Kittens — $12.49 $24.99 (save $12.50) Rifle Paper Company Gel Pen Set — $12.60 $18 (save $5.40 with code MERRY30) LifeStraw Personal Water Filter — $12.74 $18 (save $5.26) BODUM Schiuma Stainless Steel Turbo Whisk — $13.49 $22 (save $8.51) Kasa Smart Plug — $13.99 $16.99 (save $3) Voluspa Mini Candle Set — $22.50 $28 (save $5.50) Magic: The Gathering The Brothers’ War Prerelease Pack Kit — $24 $29.49 Roku Streaming Stick 4K — $24.98 $49.99 (save $25.01) Echo Dot (5th Gen) — $24.99 $49.99 (save $25) AeroPress Original Coffee Maker — $29.95 $44.95 (save $15) View the full article

In the early days of file-sharing, many of those involved couldn’t believe that music could be downloaded for free. Today, many pirates not only expect more, they demand more, and get it too. As a result, and when everything goes to plan, many of today’s piracy apps are indistinguishable from their legal counterparts. They are as easy to install and feature similar graphical interfaces, with all the latest movies and TV shows a couple of taps away. Such is their prevalence, apps offering less are easily ignored. The most successful pirate apps offer access to superior content libraries than those available on legal services, without charging a penny. Hollywood, Netflix, and almost every other player in the streaming market would love to shut them all down, but that’s more easily said than done. ACE/MPA Take Closer Interest With finite resources, anti-piracy groups usually concentrate on higher-profile apps with larger audiences. This suggests a direct link between the success of an app and the chances of it being shut down. Piracy apps TeaTV, BeeTV and CyberFlix are clearly popular enough to warrant some extra attention. Jan van Voorn is the Executive Vice President & Chief of Global Content Protection at the Motion Picture Association. He’s also head of the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment, the anti-piracy coalition that has shut down more pirate services in five years than most people knew existed. Documents filed at a California court earlier this month are the first public sign that TeaTV and BeeTV are on the ACE radar. Signed by van Voorne, the DMCA subpoena application targets Cloudflare and requires the company to hand over whatever information it holds on the alleged infringers identified by ACE. The subpoena requires Cloudflare to hand over the following: Information sufficient to identify the alleged infringers of the motion pictures described in the attached notification letter. This would include the individuals’ names, physical addresses, IP addresses, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, payment information, account updates and account history. The deadline to hand over that information is today, November 25, 2022, so it’s likely that Cloudflare has already complied. Whether Cloudflare had anything useful to hand over is unknown, but from the last five years of ACE operations, we know that DMCA subpoenas are only the start and the group never gives up. MPA/ACE Target Github Repos Exactly a week after the DMCA subpoena application, the Motion Picture Association sent a pair of takedown notices to Github – one targeting TeaTV and the other CyberFlix TV, a popular piracy app with similar functionality. Representing Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal City Studios, Warner Bros., Disney and Netflix Studios, LLC, the MPA described both apps as engaged in “massive infringement of copyrighted motion pictures and television shows” with infringement their “predominant use and purpose.” The MPA also provided a document (Exhibit A) containing a “representative list of infringements” occurring via both apps. Those aren’t published by Github but it appears that the MPA wanted to present a clear case of infringement so that Github could see for itself that the apps needed to be taken down. TeaTV is no stranger to publicity having hit the headlines following a high-profile article published by CNBC in Canada. The situation for CyberFlix is also precarious. The app is reported to be a clone of Terrarium TV, which shut down in 2018 under legal pressure, widely attributed to ACE. In 2021, the domain Cyberflix.app ended up in the hands of the MPA. No official announcement followed but seeing the CyberFlix app grow in popularity was always likely to result in a follow up from ACE. Whether ACE was responsible for another recent shutdown is unclear. The developer of Cinema HD reportedly stopped pushing updates to the popular streaming app after facing “legal issues”, a not-uncommon event since ACE appeared on the scene. Whether the same fate awaits TeaTV, BeeTV, and CyberFlix, remains to be seen but life in the spotlight has never been easy for piracy services. The only solution is to remain unsuccessful but that’s never been much of an attraction. Court documents & DMCA notices can be found here (1,2,3,4,5) From: TF, for the latest news on copyright battles, piracy and more. View the full article

FIFA has assured fans that LGBTQ+ rainbow colors are allowed in Qatar's World Cup stadiums. This was announced following an exchange with the Football Association of Wales which tweeted, "FIFA has confirmed that fans with Rainbow Wall bucket hats and rainbow flags will be allowed entry to the stadium for @Cymru’s match against Iran on Friday." Confirmation also comes via The Independent which said FIFA told World Cup federations that the rainbow flag will "not be prohibited." SEE ALSO: Protests sweep through 2022 FIFA World Cup The confirmation from FIFA follows a series of incidents in which fans wearing rainbow flag clothing were denied entry to the stadium because of their attire. A U.S. journalist was told he had to change his rainbow flag T-shirt; former Welsh footballer Laura McAllister and FAW members were forced to remove their rainbow bucket hats. Homosexuality is illegal and punishable by imprisonment in Qatar, which is one of the many reasons the country is a controversial choice as World Cup host But despite assurances from World Cup officials that LGBTQ+ expression would be allowed, it's clear this hasn't always been enforced. In addition to denial of entry for LGBTQ+ clothing, FIFA said it would penalize teams that wear LGBTQ+ armbands, which prompted seven European teams to remove the bands from their uniforms. FIFA has been criticized for failing to follow up on its promises that the World Cup is welcome to everyone. As the first week of the World Cup comes to a close, the question remains: Can we expect to see more rainbow-colored expression in the stadiums? Or will there be more empty promises? View the full article

We've rounded up the best laptop deals under $500 for Black Friday — here are our top picks: BEST CHROMEBOOK DEAL: Lenovo's IdeaPad Chromebook 3 (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) is ultra-compact, flexible, and fast, not to mention it's at its lowest price ever — $79 $139 (save $60) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and 3 months of YouTube Premium for free BEST WINDOWS LAPTOP DEAL: The 2022 Lenovo Ideapad 3 Laptop (Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) packs a gorgeous 15.6-inch display and a speedy 11th-gen Intel Core i3 processor, plus it's the cheapest its ever been — $399.98 $959 (save $559.02) BEST 2-IN-1 LAPTOP DEAL: The HP ENVY x360 (AMD Ryzen 5 5625U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is our top pick for a non-Apple laptop and it's just squeaking in under the $500 mark — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300) BEST GAMING LAPTOP DEAL: One of our favorite gaming laptops, the MSI GF63 (Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD), is one of the best gaming laptop deals you'll find — $469.99 $629.99 (save $160) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for free Laptop deals are a pillar of Black Friday every year — and 2022 is no different. We're seeing plenty of laptops reach record-low prices, with many dipping below the $500 mark. If you're in the market for a new portable computing device (or have someone on your list who is), there's no reason to wait. These are the best prices of the season. Unfortunately for Apple fanatics, the lowest MacBook price you'll find is $799.99, unless you opt for a refurbished model. PC and Chromebook users, on the other hand, can easily upgrade without spending more than $500. Whether you're a Samsung enthusiast, an HP devotee, or a Lenovo lover, there's a Black Friday deal for you. There are even a couple of high-end gaming laptops from MSI and HP that have dropped their prices below 500 bucks for the holiday. Here are our top picks for the best laptop deals under $500, sorted out for your shopping convenience. Pro tip: if you see something you like, hop on it. There's no telling how long these discounts will be around (or how long they'll be in stock). Chromebooks under $500 Opens in a new tab Credit: Lenovo Our pick: Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook 3 (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) (opens in a new tab) $79 at Best Buy (save $60) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and 3 months of YouTube Premium for free Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itAn IdeaPad Chromebook 3 for under $80 — what's not to love? Sure, it doesn't have the clearest, crispest display, but the price and portability easily make up for that. It's a great budget pick for kids, teens, and even adults who are just looking for a computing device that can surf the web, take video calls for work, and respond to emails. Bonus: it comes with six months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and three months of YouTube Premium for free. More Chromebooks under $500HP 11.6-inch Chromebook (AMD A4, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC) — $79 $98 (save $19) Asus Chromebook C223 (Intel Celeron N3350, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC) — $120 $249.99 (save $129.99) Lenovo Chromebook 3 (Mediatek MT8183, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $149 $319 (save $170) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and 3 months of YouTube Premium for free Lenovo Chromebook S330 (MediaTek MT8173C, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $160 $279.99 (save $119.99) Acer Chromebook 314 (Intel Celeron N4000, 4GB LPDDR4, 64GB eMMC) — $221.99 $309.99 (save $88) Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $309.99 $449.99 (save $140) Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 (Intel Celeron 5205U, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $419 $549 (save $130) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and 3 months of YouTube Premium for free Windows laptops under $500 Opens in a new tab Credit: Lenovo Our pick: Lenovo 15.6-inch Ideapad 3 Laptop (Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) (opens in a new tab) $399.98 at Amazon (save $559.02) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is a solid laptop with a large 15.6-inch display, a powerful 11th Gen Intel Core i3 processor, plenty of ports for convenience (two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, one HDMI, one Combination Audio Jack, and one Multi-format SD Media Card Reader), and a decent 8GB RAM. Its usual price rivals that of the base model MacBook Air with similar features, but its Black Friday sale price blows any MacBook deal out of the water with nearly 60% off. More Windows laptop deals under $500Lenovo 14-inch Ideapad 1i (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB Memory, 64GB eMMC) —$99.99 $249.99 (save $150) ASUS 14-inch E410 (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $99.99 $249.99 (save $150) + 6 months of Norton 360 Deluxe for free ASUS 14-inch E410 (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $149.99 $349.99 (save $200) + 6 months of Norton 360 Deluxe for free Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-32DK Slim Laptop (Intel i3-1115G4, 4GB DDR4, 128GB SSD) — $249.99 $379.99 (save 34%) Lenovo Ideapad 3i (Intel Core i3-1115G4, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $299.99 $499.99 (save $200) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for free ASUS VivoBook 15 F515 (Intel i3-1115G4, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) — $299.99 $449.99 (save $150) Dell Inspiron 3511 (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for free Acer Aspire 5 A515-45-R74Z Slim Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Radeon Graphics, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $389.99 $529.99 (save $140) HP 15.6-inch Touch-Screen Laptop (Intel Core i5, 12GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $399.99 $629.99 (save $230) + get 6 months of Norton 360 Deluxe for free 2022 Lenovo IdeaPad 3i (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $479.99 $649.99 (save $170) ASUS VivoBook Pro 14 OLED (Intel Core i5, Intel Iris Xe, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $499 $599 (save $100) 2-in-1 laptops under $500 Opens in a new tab Credit: HP Our pick: HP Envy x360 15.6-inch Touch-Screen Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5 5625U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) (opens in a new tab) $499.99 at Best Buy (save $300) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe HP Envy x360 is our top pick for a non-Apple laptop due to its powerful processor, port options (two USB 3.1 Type A, two USB 3.1 Type C, one HDMI), and vibrant 15.6-inch touch-screen display. It quickly goes from laptop mode to tablet mode in seconds and can be a solid companion for both work and play. This configuration isn't the most expansive option, but you'll still get 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD, which is pretty standard. Plus, included in the $500 price is a six-month Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus subscription. More 2-in-1 laptop deals under $500Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook (Mediatek MT8183, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $99 $179 (save $80) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus and 3 months of YouTube Premium for free HP Chromebook x360 (Intel Celeron N4120, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $179 $299 (save $120) HP Chromebook x360 (Intel Celeron N4000, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC) — $254 $419.99 (save $165.99) ASUS VivoBook Flip (Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 64GB SSD) — $269.99 $354.99 (save $85) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i (Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) — $269.99 $429.99 (save $160) HP Pavilion x360 14-inch Touch-Screen Laptop (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $499.99 $829.99 (save $330) Gaming laptops under $500 Opens in a new tab Credit: MSI Our pick: MSI GF63 (Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) (opens in a new tab) $469.99 at Best Buy (save $160) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for free Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itA decent gaming laptop for under $500 is practically unheard of outside of Black Friday. In other words, you should definitely grab it while it's available. The MSI GF63 is one of our top picks for a lightweight gaming laptop. It's speedy, packs all the right components, and is ideal for gaming on the go. Plus, it comes with six months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for no extra cost. More gaming laptops under $500HP Victus 15 (Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $479.99 $799.99 (save $320) + get 6 months of Webroot Internet Security Plus with Antivirus for free View the full article

Check out the top Black Friday deals under $50 and save some cash this shopping season: BEST STREAMING DEAL UNDER $50: Hulu — $1.99/month $7.99/month for your first 12 months on its ad-supported plan BEST AMAZON DEVICE DEAL UNDER $50: Echo (4th Gen) — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50) BEST KITCHEN DEAL UNDER $50: Magic Bullet MBA50100 Air Fryer (2.5-Quart) — $31.99 $59.99 (save $28) BEST TOY DEAL UNDER $50: LEGO Succulents 10309 Plant Decor Building Kit — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10) Looking to get in on the Black Friday action, but don't want to spend a fortune? We've got you covered. If you're shopping for yourself or checking off a holiday wishlist, these Black Friday deals under $50 can help you get it done without breaking the bank. There are popular kitchen gadgets and cookware deals, plenty of toys on sale, and even a streaming discount that'll make binge-watching your favorite shows next year a more budget-friendly experience. Check out our top picks for Black Friday deals under $50 and keep more cash in your pocket this holiday. Best Amazon device deal under $50 Opens in a new tab Credit: Amazon Our pick: Echo (4th Gen) (opens in a new tab) $49.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itA smart speaker with bonafide benefits, like high-quality sound, voice recognition, and hands-free Alexa control, the Amazon Echo (4th Gen) can make all your smart home dreams come true. It's easy to set up and can control compatible lights, locks, and sensors, acting as a smart hub. At just $49.99, not only is it at its lowest price ever, but you can also pair it with six months of Amazon Music Unlimited or a Philips Hue Smart Bulb for free. More Amazon device deals under $50Echo Dot (3rd Gen) — $14.99 $39.99 (save $25) Fire TV Stick Lite — $14.99 $29.99 (save $15) Fire TV Stick 4K — $24.99 $49.99 (save $25) Blink Mini (2-pack) — $29.99 $64.99 (save $35) Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) — $34.99 $84.99 (save $50) Blink Video Doorbell — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15) Ring Video Doorbell Wired — $39.99 $64.99 (save $25) Echo Show 5 Kids (2nd Gen) — $39.99 $94.99 (save $55) Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $34.99 $54.99 (save $20) Fire HD 8 Tablet — $39.99 $89.99 (save $50) Best kitchen deal under $50 Opens in a new tab Credit: Magic Bullet Our pick: Magic Bullet MBA50100 Air Fryer (2.5-Quart) (opens in a new tab) $31.99 at Amazon (save $28) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itA welcome addition to small kitchens everywhere, the Magic Bullet air fryer can whip up quick, crisp meals in minutes that actually taste good. It's best for 1-2 people and can easily be stored inside your kitchen cabinet, thanks to its compact size. Plus, Mashable's shopping editor Jae Thomas tested it and said it's "well worth the space it takes up." More kitchen deals under $50Mr. Coffee Iced Coffee Maker — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20) Magic Bullet Blender 11-Piece Set — $26.99 $39.88 (save $12.89 with clipped coupon) KitchenAid 3-Speed Hand Mixer — $34.88 $49.99 (save $15.11) Farberware Easy Clean Aluminum Nonstick Cookware Set (11 pieces) — $35 $48.86 (save $13.86) Lodge 5.5 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven — $39.98 $49.88 (save $9.90) KitchenAid KFC3516IC 3.5 Cup Food Chopper — $39.99 $54.99 (save $15) Crockpot Express Oval Multi-Function Pressure Cooker — $39.99 $119.99 (save $80) Keurig K-Express — $49.96 $59.97 (save $10.01) Best toy deal under $50 Opens in a new tab Credit: Lego Our pick: LEGO Succulents 10309 Plant Decor Building Kit (opens in a new tab) $39.99 at Target (save $10) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itIf you're a notorious plant killer (it's me, hi!), this LEGO Succulents kit gives you a quirky way to decorate with plants without worrying about their impending death. You might've seen them on TikTok's For You Page alongside the popular Lego Flower Bouquet. Inspired by real succulents, it's much more sophisticated than the clunky Lego set you played with as a kid. You can build nine different plants and customize your display to suit your space. More toy deals under $50LEGO Classic Bricks and Animals (1,500 pieces) — $25 Hot Wheels Volcano Escape — $25 Baby Alive Tinycorns Panda Unicorn — $12 Gabby's Dollhouse Bathroom, Bedroom, Craft Room, Kitchen, Music Room, Play Room — $10 each PAW Patrol Al's Deluxe Big Truck Toy — $20 $39.97 (save $19.97) Mini Brands 5 Surprise Series 2 Capsule — $4.97 $7.47 (save $2.50) Barbie Malibu House Playset — $49.97 $99 (save $49.03) Hot Wheels Mega Garage Playset — $29.99 $49.97 (save $19.98) LOL Surprise Color Change Mega Pack — $49 $66.22 (save $17.22) More Black Friday deals under $50Hulu — $1.99/month $7.99/month for your first 12 months on its ad-supported plan View the full article

Since Elon Musk bought Twitter, devout tweeters have been scouring for a new place to post and keep up with their favorite creators. Hive Social is a fandom approved alternative to Twitter. Unlike another popular Twitter replacement, Mastodon, Hive Social isn't a decentralized platform, making it an easier transition and much more intuitive. The platform, created by Raluca Pop, launched in 2019 and has seen an influx of over 750,000 users since Nov. 17. On Nov. 21 it surpassed a million users. SEE ALSO: Over 1 million users and counting: How Hive Social became Twitter's newest rival Hive Social allows you to post text or images without the length limitations of Twitter and already has an editing function. But the best part of the app is that you can customize your profile colors and add songs to your profile. Here's how to get started on Hive Social. How to sign-up:1. Download the app.Right now there is no desktop version of the platform available, so you have to download the app via Apple's App Store or Android's Google Play store. 2. Select "Create an Account" and the method by which you want to sign up. Tap "Create an Account." Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social 3. Enter your email or phone number and a password.Depending on whether you created an account with your phone number or email you'll either need to enter a verification code or click the link in a verification email. 4. Choose your display name and username. 5. Select three topics that interest you like art, memes, and movies. What are your top interests? Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social 6. Tap "Start Exploring."The beehive icon in the lower left hand corner will show you posts by people you follow and the magnifying glass icon takes you to the discover page that's organized by different topics like trending, for you, music, and books. To post, tap the plus sign on the bottom center of your screen. How to customize the color of your profile:1. Tap the profile icon in the lower right hand corner.2. Select the settings wheel in the upper right hand corner. Tap the settings wheel. Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social. 3. Tap "Color Themes."4. Select a color. Which color represents you? Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social How to add music to your profile:To add music to your profile you have to connect your Spotify or Apple Music account to your Hive Social. Currently, Spotify is unavailable to connect, but it is coming soon. It's free to have one song on your Hive Social and costs $0.99 to feature two songs. 1. Tap the profile icon in the lower right hand corner.2. Select the music note icon. Tap the music note icon. Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social 3. Select "Connect" next to Spotify or Apple Music.4. Navigate back to your profile.5. Tap the music note again. 6. Select "Free." One song is free. Credit: Screenshot: Hive Social 7. Search your desired song. 8. Tap the purple plus sign. View the full article

SAVE UP TO $20: As of Nov. 25, Apple AirTags are on sale for Black Friday. Grab a single AirTag for $24.98 (14% off) or a 4 pack of AirTags for $79.98 (19% off). If you're the type of person who continually misplaces important things, Apple's AirTags were made for you. Whether you toss them in your bag so your purse is never a lost and found casualty, or you attach them to your dog's collar to track Rover down, these trackers can be lifesavers. Right now, Amazon is offering a single AirTag for just $24.98, 14% off its retail price. You can also opt for the AirTag 4 Pack for $79.98, which is 19% off the regular price. That makes each AirTag about $20 apiece, so if you need to buy multiple for you or your family, that's your best bet right now. Do they actually work, though? According to Mashable reviewer Brenda Stolyar, the answer is a resounding yes. By leveraging Apple's Find My network, iOS users can track down all manner of missing devices. As Stolyar points out, that means "hundreds of millions of Apple devices" make up this network, which means your chances of finding your lost item are pretty good. With seamless Bluetooth pairing, reliable alerts (complete with sound), and precision finding, the AirTag is a must-have for anyone who routinely misplaces things. While AirTags do have the capacity for misuse by bad actors, there are privacy features and safety alerts in place meant to help keep you safe, such as Safety Alerts that help inform you of who can see your location and your AirTag. Snag a few today so you can stop stressing over anything that goes missing and start using your iPhone to find it. Opens in a new tab Credit: Amazon Apple AirTag (opens in a new tab) $24.98 at Amazon (save $4) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Opens in a new tab Credit: Amazon Our pick: Apple AirTag 4 Pack (opens in a new tab) $79.98 at Amazon (save $20) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

Shopping for holiday presents this Black Friday? Here are our favorite gifts on sale, available as of Nov. 25: BEST TECH GIFT: Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular, 41mm) — $339 $499 (save $160) + free 4-month Apple Fitness+ subscription BEST FOR HOME COOKS: Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Deep Round Oven (5.25-quart) — $199.95 $249.95 (save $50) BEST FOR EVERYONE: Hydro Flask — save 25% sitewide and save up to 36% at Amazon When it comes to choosing the best goodies for gift-giving, Black Friday truly has something for everyone, even if you're tasked with the most difficult person to buy for. From digital picture frames to MacBooks, the shopping day of all shopping days is the best time to snag the perfect gift for anyone on your list. With that in mind, we've curated a list of some of the best gifts on sale for Black Friday. Whether you're looking for a reliable smartwatch for the tech enthusiast in your life or you want to gift an heirloom Dutch oven to your family member who can't stay out of the kitchen, these gifts are guaranteed to put a smile on just about anyone's face. Shop our picks for the best Black Friday gifts below. Best tech gift Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple Our pick: Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular) 41mm (opens in a new tab) $339 at Best Buy (save $160) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe do-it-all Apple Watch Series 7 is the perfect addition to any tech lover's arsenal of gadgets. It pulls double-duty as both a replacement for your phone when you're out and about, and it features a complete suite of fitness and health-tracking tools that make it well worth its price. This model also features a larger, more durable screen than its predecessor, meaning you can type out full-text replies straight from your wrist. And with an 18-hour battery life, it can keep up with your busy life, from calls to texts and everything in between. Best for home cooks Opens in a new tab Credit: Le Creuset Our pick: Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Deep Round Oven (5.25-quart) (opens in a new tab) $199.95 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itLe Creuset Dutch ovens are a little on the pricier side, but that's because they're meant to last. This deep Dutch oven is a fantastic option for whipping up hearty soups, stews, decadent pastas, and anything else you can think of. It's on sale in over 10 different colors right now, so you can pick up one of your own to start a true family tradition. You'll be able to keep this elegant piece of kitchen equipment in your family for years to come. Best for everyone Opens in a new tab Credit: Hydro Flask Our pick: Hydro Flask (opens in a new tab) Save 25% sitewide, and up to 36% at Amazon Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itHydro Flasks are iconic, spotted with everyone from VSCO girls to fitness enthusiasts — and for good reason. These insulated bottles keep cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours, and hot drinks toasty for up to 12. They eliminate condensation with their double wall vacuum insulation, and they come in a wide variety of vibrant colors that make picking out a new water bottle as fun as possible. Everyone should be drinking more water, so why not do it in style? More great gifts on sale for Black FridayTech giftsEcho Dot (3rd Gen)— $14.99 $39.99 (save $25) Fire TV Stick 4K — $24.99 $49.99 (save $25) Fire HD 8 Plus Tablet — $54.99 $109.99 (save $55) Powerbeats Pro— $149.95 $249.95 (save $100) AirPods Pro — $229.99 $249 at Amazon (save $19.01) Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV — $229.99 $369.99 (save $140) Bose QuietComfort 45 — $249 $329 (save $80) Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm, GPS) — $349 $399 at Amazon (save $50) 2022 iPad Air (WiFi, 64GB) — $519.99 $599 at Amazon (save $79.01 with coupon automatically applied at checkout) Home giftsMr. Coffee Iced Coffee Maker with Reusable Tumbler and Filter — $19.98 $34.98 (save $15) Emeril Lagasse Power AirFryer 360 Plus Toaster Oven — $129 $169 (save $40) Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System and 72-ounce Pitcher — $149 $199 (save $50) Ionvac SmartClean V4 with Self-Empty Dock — $179 $299 (save $120) Bartesian Duet Premium Cocktail Machine — $199 Shark EZ Robot Vacuum — $258 $449.99 (save $191.99) iRobot Roomba i1 — $229 $329.99 (save $100.99) iRobot H1 Handheld Vacuum— $124.99 $249.99 (save $125) Outdoor giftsColumbia — save up to 50% off on snow gear, outerwear, and more, plus get a free $25 gift card with purchase of $125 or more Solo Stove — save up to 40% on fire pits, and up to $225 on pizza ovens Oru Kayak — save up to $400 on kayaks and 50% on accessories Isle paddle boards — save up to 50% Hydro Flask — save 25% sitewide and at Amazon Coleman Kids Wonder Lake 2-Person Dome Tent — $37 $59.99 (save $22.99) Therm-a-Rest Air Head Down Inflatable Travel Pillow — $52.39 $69.95 (save $17.56) Coleman Big Bay Sleeping Bag (20 degree) — $90 $119.99 (save $29.99) Coleman Gas Camping Grill/Stove — $104.99 $134.99 (save $30) IUZIT outdoor pickleball balls set — $14.39 $15.99 (save $3.20) Franklin Sports pickleball paddle and ball set — $16.89 $29.99 (save $13.10) Franklin Sports pickleball court marker kit — $20.75 $24.99 (save $4.24) Himal pickleball bag — $25.99 $29.99 (save $4) Panel Sound USAPA-approved pickleball paddle set — $39.79 $89.99 (save $52.10) JoncAye pickleball-paddles set — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50) Boulder Badminton pickleball net — $49.99 $79.99 (save $8) ONIX Graphite Z5 pickleball paddle— $71.99 $89.99 (save $18) Gifts for kidsLEGO Classic Bricks and Animals (1,500 pieces) — $25 Hot Wheels Volcano Escape — $25 Baby Alive Tinycorns Panda Unicorn — $12 Gabby's Dollhouse Bathroom, Bedroom, Craft Room, Kitchen, Music Room, Play Room — $10 each PAW Patrol Al's Deluxe Big Truck Toy — $20 $39.97 (save $19.97) Mini Brands 5 Surprise Series 2 Capsule — $4.97 $7.47 (save $2.50) Barbie Malibu House Playset — $49.97 $99 (save $49.03) Hot Wheels Mega Garage Playset — $29.99 $49.97 (save $19.98) View the full article

triplej’s Like A Version gives artists a space to deliver creative covers of popular songs, often outside their own genre. For Flume’s latest appearance, he and Toro y Moi decided to cover the viral hit “Shooting Stars” by Bag Raiders… and it’s absolutely brilliant. The performance begins simply enough, Toro with a microphone, Flume with a single CDJ and a CD. Toro handles the vocals like an expert as Flume stares ahead contemplatively before he picks up a saxophone, fed through some kind of distortion. As the song approaches the drop, a couple of body builders enter from the wings and just start doing arm curls. At the drop, another man enters from behind as lights illuminate a disco ball. He’s dancing the back and doing poses, the body builders are doing lifts and curls, and Toro is just banging his head expressionlessly. At the same time, Flume looks like he’s been thrown into the situation without any prior idea of what was going to happen, but he’s accepting his fate. The cover itself is brilliant and awesome, but the performance is really what seals the deal. Watch the whole thing below. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Flume & Toro y Moi covering Bag Raiders “Shooting Stars” is beautiful, unbridled chaos View the full article

Handheld tech is always a great gift option. Here are the best Black Friday iPad deals, available as of Nov. 25: OUR TOP PICK: The 2022 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) is available in four vibrant colors — $426 $449 (save $23) BEST BUDGET PICK: The 2021 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) features a 10.2-inch Retina display and ultra-wide front camera — $269.99 $329 (save $59.01) BEST REFURBISHED iPAD DEAL: The 2018 iPad (Wi-Fi, 128GB) is lightweight, easily portable, and holds an all-day charge — $289.99 $429.99 (save $140) Black Friday shopping is in full swing, and several retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart, are joining in on the holiday fun. While combing through deals, we're seeing iPads start to hit all-time lows. For example, Apple's 2021 10.2-inch iPad is available for just $269.99 (this discounted price beats previous years’ sales by a long shot). SEE ALSO: Best Black Friday Apple deals: MacBooks, AirPods, iPads, and more But that’s not the only deal worth mentioning. Here are a few of our top picks on Black Friday iPad deals, including iPad Mini and iPad Pro deals. Our top pick Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple Our pick: 2022 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) (opens in a new tab) $426 at Amazon (save $23) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like it With a 10.9-inch retina display, an A14 bionic chip, a 12MP-wide back camera, and a landscape 12MP ultra-wide front camera, the 2022 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) is the real deal. It can hold an all-day charge and is compatible with the Apple Pencil (1st generation) and Magic Keyboard Folio, so you can create on the go. Choose between blue, pink, silver, or yellow. Best budget pick Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple Our pick: 2021 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) (opens in a new tab) $269.99 at Amazon (save $59.01) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like it The 2021 iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) is equipped with a 10.2-inch screen (ideal for streaming shows, checking emails, or scrolling through online sales), an 8MP-wide back camera, a 12MP ultra-wide front camera (perfect for taking selfies, video chatting with friends and fam, or taking Insta-worthy photos of your meal du jour), and 64GB of storage space. What’s more? This iPad can last up to 10 hours on one charge. Best refurbished iPad deal Opens in a new tab Credit: Apple Our pick: 2018 iPad (Wi-Fi, 128GB) (opens in a new tab) $289.99 at Best Buy (save $140) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like it Refurbished tech tends to get a bad rap, but giving electronics a second life is a great way to save money and protect the environment. Best Buy’s 2018 iPad (Wi-Fi, 128GB), for example, is Geek Squad-certified and features a 9.7-inch retina display and 8MP camera — and it’s $140 off. This iPad holds an all-day charge and weighs just one pound, making it perfect for travel. More iPad deals iPad Mini2021 iPad Mini (WiFi, 256GB) — $549.99 $649 at Amazon (save $99.01) 2021 Apple iPad Mini (Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB) $749 $799 at Amazon (save $50) iPad Air2022 iPad Air (WiFi, 64GB) — $549 $599 at Amazon (save $50) 2022 iPad Air (WiFi, 256GB) — $711.99 $749 at Amazon (save $37.01) iPad Pro 2022 11-inch iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) — $739 $799 at Amazon (save $60) 2022 12.9-inch iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) — $999 $1,099 at Amazon (save $100) More Black Friday Apple deals Apple MacBook Air M1 13” Laptop (Opens in a new window) — $799.00 (List Price $999) Apple Watch Ultra [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smart Watch (Opens in a new window) — $739.00 (List Price $799) New Apple AirPods Max Wireless Headphones (Opens in a new window) — $449.00 (List Price $549) Apple AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) (Opens in a new window) — $199.99 (List Price $249) Apple MacBook Pro M1 Chip 14" 512GB SSD Laptop (Opens in a new window) — $1,599.99 (List Price $1,999) Apple Watch SE 44mm GPS Smartwatch (1st Gen) (Opens in a new window) — $179.00 (List Price $309) Apple Watch SE 40mm GPS Smartwatch (1st Gen) (Opens in a new window) — $149.00 (List Price $279) Apple Watch Series 8 GPS 41mm Smartwatch (Opens in a new window) — $449.00 (List Price $499) Apple iPad 10.2" 64GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) (Opens in a new window) — $269.99 (List Price $329) Apple iPad Air 10.9" 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet (2022 Release) (Opens in a new window) — $549.00 (List Price $599) Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro 512GB SSD 16" Laptop (Opens in a new window) — $1,999.99 (List Price $2,499) Apple MacBook Air M2 Chip 256GB 13.6" Laptop (Opens in a new window) — $1,049.00 (List Price $1,199) View the full article

Though we've just hit the halfway point on Black Friday, Walmart has already released a batch of Cyber Monday deals. Before you go into panic mode, don't worry — these deals won't be shoppable online until the official start of the Cyber Monday sale on Sunday, Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. ET. (Walmart+ members will enjoy early access to the sale starting at 12 p.m. ET.) SEE ALSO: 500+ of the best Black Friday deals: Shop the lowest prices of the year In the meantime, it doesn't hurt to get ahead of the crowd and add a few items to your cart, so all you have to do is hit "checkout" once Sunday rolls around. Note: Most of the sale prices listed below are not yet reflected on Walmart's website. And don't forget to check out the rest of our Black Friday and Cyber Monday coverage to make sure your savings are as big as they can be this year. Best vacuum dealsShark Vertex Cordless Stick Vacuum with DuoClean PowerFins — $199 $349 (save $150) eufy RoboVac LR20 — $199 $308.99 (save $109.99) Best TV dealsonn. 50-inch QLED 4K TV — $288 $378 (save $90) Sony 65-inch A80J Class BRAVIA XR OLED 4K TV — $1,298 $1,998 (save $700) Sony 75-inch X95J Class X95J BRAVIA XR Full Array 4K TV — $1,298$1,598 (save $300) Best tech dealsTablets Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) — $129 $199 (save $70) SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S7 Plus — $499 $849 (save $350) More tech Apple TV HD (32GB) — $59 $99 (save $40) Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 Bluetooth Computer Speakers — $59 $99 Soundcore by Anker- Rave Neo Portable Speaker — $79 $139 (save $60) JBL PartyBox 100 Bluetooth speaker — $199 $299 (save $100) Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS + cellular, first gen) — $189 $249 (save $60) Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS + cellular, first gen) — $219 $279 (save $70) HP 22-inch Touch All-in-One Desktop (Ryzen 3 3250U, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD) — $399 $499 (save $100) Best home and lifestyle dealsWisdom Panel Essential — $64.99 $99.99 (save $35) Kitchen Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker — $49 $89 (save $40) Chefman Toast-Air Dual-Function Air Fryer and Toaster Oven — $99 $129.45 (save $30.45) Chefman Electric 5-in-1 Indoor Air Fryer and Grill (7.4 quart) — $99$159 (save $50) Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker — $99 $199 (save $100) Fitness Echelon Connect Sport-S Indoor Cycling Exercise Bike — $397 $799 (save $402) + a 30-day free membership trial Echelon Sport Exercise Rower — $397$597 (save $200) + a 30-day free membership trial View the full article

Store and display your most treasured photos for life with Black Friday deals on Aura digital photo frames. Our Top Pick: The Aura Mason Luxe 2K combines all of the best features from its digital frames, with the best display resolution — $219 $249 (save $30) Biggest Discount: The Aura Mason is available at its lowest-ever price on Amazon — $169 $249 (save $80) Best Budget Pick: The Aura Carver has the biggest frame amongst these three products — $129 $179 (save $50) A digital photo frame can be a great way to immortalize your best memories and share them with your loved ones. Aura gives users a way to share innumerable photos and videos with friends and family along with adequate privacy controls. And on Nov. 25 there's great Black Friday deals on some of Aura's best products. Our Top Pick Opens in a new tab Credit: Aura Aura Mason Luxe 2K (opens in a new tab) $219 at Amazon (save $30) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe Aura Mason Luxe 2K is the highest-priced product on this list, but if you're willing to shell out a few extra bucks, you can take home the best color-calibrated frame in the series along with 2K resolution. Offered in interesting pebble and sandstone shades, the Mason Luxe also has an adjustable fabric power cord that can stretch up to 6.5 inches. It combines some of the best features from other Aura frames, such as the interactive touch bar presence to switch between photos and image curating technology, as well as an option to instantly add photos from the Aura app. Biggest Discount Offer Opens in a new tab Credit: Aura Aura Mason WiFi Digital Picture Frame (opens in a new tab) $169 on Amazon (save $80) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe Aura Mason may be priced a little higher than the Carver, but it also offers a better resolution of 224 ppi. While the frame is a little smaller at 9 inches, turning it can allow you to seamlessly switch between viewing your photos in portrait or landscape mode. Similar to the Carver, it offers audio support for your favorite videos with built-in speaker support, and it can also adjust photo brightness thanks to light-dimming smart tech. Best Budget Pick Opens in a new tab Credit: Aura Aura Carver WiFi Digital Picture Frame (opens in a new tab) $129 on Amazon (save $50) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Why we like itThe Aura Carver has a 10.1-inch display with a decent 150ppi resolution. The 89-degree viewing angle prevents any distortions while viewing the images. The product is easy to set up on your WiFi, and the built-in smart features automatically crop and maintain your photos so that they look their best. Additionally, the frame shuts itself off at night, so you can avoid any unnecessary power drainage. More Aura DealsAura Carver HD Smart Digital Picture Frame — $129 $149 (save $20) Aura Carver Luxe WiFi Digital Picture Frame — $159 $179 (save $20) Aura Carmer Mat — $129 $179 Aura Smith (stainless steel finish) — $299 $399 (save $100) Aura Carver — $129 $149.99 (save $20.99) Aura Buddy Pet Frame — $159 $179.99 (save $20.99) View the full article

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SAVE $500: The ultra-immersive FORME Studio smart fitness mirror is on sale for $1,995 this Black Friday. It typically retails for $2,495, so you'll be saving a solid 20%. Thinking about ponying up for a Peloton Bike+ this Black Friday? We can think of a better way to spend $2,495. A winner of our coveted Mashable's Choice Award, the FORME Studio is a fully customizable fitness mirror featuring a 4K touchscreen on which you can stream expert-led classes right at home. Mashable contributor (and self-described fitness tech obsessive) RJ Andersen deemed it "a convenient, personalized luxury" that's "worth the splurge" in her 4.6/5-star review, but you can alleviate a little bit of the sticker shock if you act fast: FORME's Black Friday sale has brought it down to $1,995 now through Monday, Nov. 28 — a 20% savings. SEE ALSO: Black Friday fitness deals have officially arrived: Save on Peloton, Fitbit, and more The FORME Studio is one of the newer names on the burgeoning smart fitness mirror market, but it instantly made an impression on Andersen. "I loved how the FORME actually looked like an intentional part of my home decor, which was huge compared to other fitness equipment (like my spin bike) that eats up a lot of floor space," she wrote. It's like a Tonal or Lululemon's The Mirror, but taller and prettier. FORME's on-demand class library isn't quite as extensive as that of the Peloton app, but it's easily searchable and grows regularly. Users also have the option of taking live one-on-one personal training sessions — "a fantastic touch," said Andersen. The FORME Studio ships standard with a yoga mat, a heart rate monitor, a cleaning cloth, and camera covers, but you can score an additional complimentary training package for your first month of workouts as part of its Black Friday sale. Choose from Custom Training (a $149 value) or Custom + Live 1:1 Training (a $399 value); the latter adds a 60-minute initial video assessment with a personal trainer and weekly 1-hour live training sessions. Opens in a new tab Credit: FORME FORME Studio (opens in a new tab) $1,995 on formelife.com (Save $500) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

When a space rock slams into the moon, the impact crater often stays for billions of years, almost frozen in time. That's because, unlike Earth, our lunar satellite has no weather to wash away the collision, nor intense geologic activity to blanket the surface in new rock. NASA's new Orion spacecraft — which is currently orbiting the moon on a crucial, uncrewed mission to test the capsule's spaceflight abilities — recently captured detailed images of the moon's deeply cratered ground. The space agency released these pictures from the Artemis I mission on Nov. 23. NASA snapped the black and white images with the Orion capsule's optical navigation camera, which engineers are testing for future moon flights. "Orion uses the optical navigation camera to capture imagery of the Earth and the Moon at different phases and distances, providing an enhanced body of data to certify its effectiveness under different lighting conditions as a way to help orient the spacecraft on future missions with crew," NASA wrote online. SEE ALSO: Why landing a spaceship on the moon is still so challenging Orion captured some of these images from around 80 miles above the surface. Below are a few of the new pictures of the moon, a barren desert teeming with craters and hills. Crucially, NASA suspects some of the satellite's craters contain bounties of water ice — a necessary resource for future deep space missions. NASA's Orion spacecraft captured new images of the lunar surface. Credit: NASA As NASA's Orion spacecraft flew by the moon on the sixth day of its mission, it captured views of the deeply cratered lunar surface. Credit: NASA As NASA's Orion spacecraft flew by the moon on the sixth day of its mission, it captured views of the deeply cratered lunar surface. Credit: NASA Orion's view of the moon with the blackness of space behind it. Credit: NASA Want more science and tech news delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter today. The Orion capsule, which will one day carry up to six astronauts, has some major benchmarks just ahead. On Friday evening, NASA will fire the spacecraft's engines and send it into an orbit (called "distant retrograde orbit") that will fling it some 50,000 miles beyond the moon. There, it will orbit the moon for over six days. Then Orion will again fire its engines to leave the moon's gravity and travel back to Earth. The uncrewed spacecraft is expected to splash down into the Pacific Ocean, off of San Diego, on Dec. 11. If the mission proves successful, astronauts may fly aboard Orion as early as 2024. And though the timeline is ambitious and will likely be pushed back, astronauts may again step foot on the lunar surface as soon as 2025. This time, they'll be looking to establish a permanent presence on the resource-rich moon. NASA wants to stay. View the full article

The UK's largest ever wildflower grassland is in the works after the National Trust announced it is restoring 70 miles of nature in North Devon, England. Spanning from coastal Woolacombe to West Exmoor, the grassland will be equivalent to 1,786 football pitches. 86 miles of the area have already been sown, with the rest to be completed by 2030. The National Trust has said that it will be planting species native to each area, in order to preserve wildlife populations. In the past century, the UK has lost a staggering 97 percent of its grasslands. View the full article

Save up to 22% or get up to $20 in Amazon credits. As of Nov. 25, you can earn Amazon credits for select purchases or get discounts on gift cards for you or someone else. Black Friday has arrived and the gift-buying frenzy has begun. Gift cards, coupon codes, and credits are but one of the ways you can cross everyone's name off your list, and maybe even sneak in something for yourself. As of Nov. 25., Amazon is featuring a diverse array of gift card deals and coupon codes that will help you save money on all of your presents. This Black Friday deal includes gift cards you can buy to give away as part of its Lightening deals. These are up to 22% off and include restaurants and stores such as IHOP, Adidas, and Krispy Kreme. SEE ALSO: Save 43% on the Fire TV Stick in Amazon's Black Friday sale Amazon also has coupon codes that will give you Amazon credits with certain gift cards as long as you purchase the qualifying amount. This is a great way to give someone a gift while also saving money. To take advantage of these coupon codes you simply need to: Add the gift card to your cart with the qualifying amount. Use the corresponding coupon code for your purchase. Wait three days for your credits to appear in your Amazon account. Some of the coupon codes for gift cards you can find are: Panera Bread. Use code: PANERA to receive $11 in Amazon credits with a purchase of $50 or more. Regal Cinemas. Use code: REGAL22 to receive $10 in Amazon credits with a purchase of $50 or more. Uber. Use code: UBER22 to receive $10.50 in Amazon credits with a purchase of $50 or more. Bath & Body Works. Use code: BBW22 to receive $10.50 in Amazon credits with a purchase of $50 or more. Not your cup of tea? You can also find coupon codes for gift cards that are accepted by various businesses. These are great for that picky eater, a relative you haven't seen in a while, or a parent who wants options for family nights. These all qualify for Amazon credits of $10.50 with a gift card purchase of $50 or more. Food & Laughs: Use code: FOOD. Can be used at Red Lobster, The Cheesecake Factory, BJ's, and more. Yay You: Use code: YAYYOU. Can be used at AMC Theatres, Express, Dave and Buster's, and more. Happy Holidays: Use code: HAPPYDINE. Can be used at Red Robin, Maggianos, The Cheesecake Factory, and more. Feeding America: Use code: GIVING22. Can be used at Subway, IHOP, Outback, and more. With so many options and savings, make sure to check these deals out while you can. Opens in a new tab Credit: Bath & Body Works Amazon gift cards and coupon codes (opens in a new tab) Get up to $11 in Amazon credits Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

SAVE £300: The iRobot Roomba i7 is on sale for £349 this Black Friday, saving you 46% on list price. A few pounds shaved off here and there is all well and good. What we really want at Black Friday are discounts big enough to stop traffic. The kind of deals that make the earth shake beneath your feet. At the very least, prices that make your jaw literally drop. How does £300 knocked off one of the very best robot vacuums sound? Pretty impressive, right? The iRobot Roomba i7 is on sale for £349 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That’s 46% off the regular price. No matter who are or what you’re buying, a discount of £300 is not to be taken lightly. The iRobot Roomba i7 is worth the cost too. There’s not much this little guy can’t do. Best of all, it quickly adapts and learns the layout of your home. That means you can set it to work and rest easy knowing that it can just get on with the task in hand. Smart mapping technology also allows you to control and schedule which rooms it cleans and when. It’s about convenience as much as cleanliness and making the tech work for you. If you’ve already stocked up on Alexa devices this Black Friday — and we wouldn’t blame you if you had, there are plenty of those on offer too — the iRobot Roomba i7 syncs with Alexa. Simply tell it when and where to start cleaning. This Black Friday deal is available until Nov. 29, which gives you a few days. But you can guarantee that at this price, shoppers will be cleaning up. Opens in a new tab Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba i7 (opens in a new tab) £349 at Amazon Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

Save $803: If you need a new TV, try something that's a little "older." As of Nov. 25, the 2021 LG OLED C1 65-inch TV is at its best price ever of $1,646.99 after a 34% discount at Amazon. Early adopters of the latest tech are happy to see the release of the brand new LG OLED Evo C2 TV. But while they pay top dollar for the latest technology, the rest of us know that means the previous model that boasts plenty of power is now up for some major price cuts. Create a premium home theater with the LG OLED C1 65-inch TV on sale for just $1,646.99 at Amazon. This marks its lowest price ever thanks to a 34% discount. It just goes to show that a little patience means a great deal on one of our favorite 4K TVs. SEE ALSO: All the best Black Friday deals are right here The LG C1 offers exceptional quality no matter what type the content format. For all movies and TV shows, you'll enjoy high-quality images on the OLED display that allows for each of the 8 million pixels to switch on and off independently. That allows for over a billion colors and photorealistic pictures on top of an infinite contrast ratio for nearly perfect blacks. And since it offers wide viewing angles and fast response times, it's a great TV for watching sports with a larger group. But you'll also soon realize why the LG C1 also made our list of the best gaming TVs. On top of the fast response times, it features a built-in game optimizer to make settings more convenient to access at any time. And all four of its HDMI inputs meet the new 2.1 specifications for faster data speeds with the latest consoles so you can enjoy the full 120Hz gaming experience. Don't let the 2021 designation fool you. The LG C1 OLED TV is ready to offer the latest technology all at a new low price of $1,646.99. Opens in a new tab Credit: LG LG C1 OLED 65-inch 4K smart TV (opens in a new tab) $1,646.99 at Amazon (save $853) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) Shop more Black Friday TV deals below: 50" Insignia F30 Series 4K LED Smart Fire TV (Opens in a new window) — $239.99 (List Price $399.99) 43" Samsung QN90B Class Neo QLED 4K Mini LED Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $997.99 (List Price $1,197.99) 75" Samsung TU690T 4K UltraHD HDR Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $579.99 (List Price $849.99) 48" LG Class A2 Series OLED 4K Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $569.99 (List Price $1,299.99) 77" LG Class G2 Series OLED Evo Gallery Edition Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $3,396.99 (List Price $3,596.99) 65" Vizio Class V-Series 4K UHD LED Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $448.00 (List Price $1,275.08) 75" Amazon Omni Series 4K HDR Smart Fire TV (Opens in a new window) — $749.99 (List Price $1,049.99) 58" Hisense Class R6 Series 4K Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $298.00 (List Price $338) 55" LG UQA Series NanoCell 4K HDR Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $496.90 (List Price $799.99) 85" Hisense A7H Series 4K HDR Google TV (2022 Model) (Opens in a new window) — $1,199.99 (List Price $1,699.99) 65" Hisense U7H Series 4K QLED 120Hz Full Array TV (Opens in a new window) — $698.00 (List Price $1,049.99) 55" LG B2 Series OLED 4K HDR Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $996.99 (List Price $1,599.99) 50" Vizio V505-J09 4K HDR Full Array LED Smart TV (Opens in a new window) — $298.00 (List Price $358) 48" LG C2 Evo OLED 4K HDR 120Hz Native TV (2022 Model) (Opens in a new window) — $1,046.99 (List Price $1,146.99) 55" LG C1 Series 4K Smart OLED TV (Opens in a new window) — $1,289.00 (List Price $1,499.99) 65" Samsung QN90B 4K Neo QLED 120Hz Mini-LED TV (Opens in a new window) — $1,597.99 (List Price $2,297.99) View the full article

SAVE OVER £160: The iRobot Roomba Combo is on sale for £189 this Black Friday, saving you 46% on list price. Do you need a robot vacuum for your home? Or is it just a luxury item? At Black Friday you can certainly afford to find out, with cool tech and devices like robot vacuums being bumped down to rock bottom prices. And, by the way, let us answer that question for you: You absolutely do need a robot vacuum. At least, you won’t believe that you ever lived without one after the little guy starts cleaning up after you. Take a look at the iRobot Roomba Combo, which is a great entry-level robot vacuum. As part of Amazon’s Black Friday sale, it’s on sale for just £189 — that’s a 46% saving, which is a rare discount on an item like this. In fact, you’re getting even more for your money because the iRobot Roomba Combo is not only a robot vacuum. It's a combination of vacuum and mop. So, if you have hardwood or lino floors, this clever device will vacuum first and mop afterwards. You can trust that it will do a good job, too, because iRobot is the top name in robot vacuum technology. If you’ve picked up Alexa-powered devices this Black Friday, there’s a bonus feature — the iRobot Roomba Combo connects with Alexa, allowing you to control the robo-vac with voice commands. It can do plenty on its own too. The iRobot Roomba Combo can navigate around your home and works with you via an app to create cleaning schedules. The reduced Black Friday price is available until Nov. 29 — don’t miss out! Opens in a new tab Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Combo (opens in a new tab) £189 at Amazon Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article

Save $100: The DJI Mavic Mini Drone Combo is down to $399 on Amazon as part of Black Friday deals. That's a discount of 20%. If you are looking to take your creative game to the next level (or just experience your city from a bird's eye view), then a remote-controlled drone should absolutely be at the top of your purchase list. And great Black Friday deals are happening right now. DJI, which accounts for a significant share in the unmanned aerial vehicles aka drones, is offering its Mavic Mini Combo for $399 on Amazon. While plenty of drone deals are now available as part of Black Friday sales, this DJI product stands above the rest. SEE ALSO: Black Friday's best drone deals include a new record-low price for a 4K DJI bundle One advantage of the Mavic Mini combo over the standard Mavic Mini is the sheer number of backup items in case of damage or loss of any parts. The Mini combo offers 3 spare propellers and batteries each (compared to one of each in the standard deal), an additional micro USB cable, 18 screws (compared to 6 in the standard package), as well an 18W USB fast charger, a two-way charging hub, and a carrying bag — all of which don't come with the standard product. At 250 grams, the Mavic Mini weighs less than the average can of soup, which makes it stay in the air longer compared to similarly-priced models. The drone is powered with a 12MP sensor for capturing sharp photos in mid-air. Apart from the lens, the 2.7K video resolution is also great for creatives, as it allows more editing options before you post your images or videos. Moreover, the 3-axis motorized gimbal is an upgrade over the 2-armed version, as you can shoot dynamic scenes with more ease. A fully charged battery offers 30 minutes of flight time on this drone, although that may slightly vary in case you run into turbulence. An important thing to note is that this drone is no longer in production as per a pop-up on the company's website. So in case you are looking to grab this piece, now will probably be the best time. Opens in a new tab Credit: DJI DJI Mavic Mini Combo (opens in a new tab) $399 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal (opens in a new tab) More DJI Drone deals DJI Mavic Mini (Standard) — $349 $399 (save $50) DJI Mavic Mini Drone FlyCam Quadcopter (Refurbished) — $315 $349 (save $34) View the full article

SAVE £55: The Bosch Rotak 32 lawnmower is on sale for £54.99 this Black Friday, saving you 50% on list price. What happens when you cross green fingers with Black Friday? Awesome deals of gardening equipment, of course! While stocks last, the Bosch Rotak 32 lawnmower is on sale for just £54.99 — a massive saving of 50% off its regular price. It’s available at this price until Nov. 29, or until they’re all snapped up by bargain-hunting garden enthusiasts. The Bosch Rotak 32 is an electric rotary lawnmower that’s perfect for small or medium-sized gardens, cutting between lengths of 20-60mm. It’s relatively light and manoeuvrable, and its handles actually fold down so you can easily carry it around the garden, or back and forth from the shed. It also comes equipped with a 31-litre grass box. That means plenty of space for cutting back unruly gardens. Extended grass combs also let you get the mower tight against walls, or right up the lawn’s edges, so you can cut the grass in its entirety. There’s no need to bust out the trimmer. Opens in a new tab Credit: Bosch Bosch Rotak 32 (opens in a new tab) £54.99 at Amazon Get Deal (opens in a new tab) View the full article