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Cyber Monday 2018 - Deals

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Cyber Monday 2018 - Deals

We have collected all the best Cyber Monday 2018 deals from around the web, just like we did for Black Friday. While Black Friday usually offers deals across multiple items and products, Cyber Monday is focused on technology and probably the best time to purchase tech gifts online.





  • Google Pixel 3/XL: Buy one, get Google Home Hub and $50 Play credit
  • Save $300 on Google Pixelbook (price down to $700)
  • Save $50 on Google Home Hub
  • Get Home Hub, Home, and Google Wifi, save $130
  • Google Home Mini price slashed to just $25
  • Google Home $50 price cut, price down to $80
  • Google Home Max $50 off, price down to $350. Buy two for $650
  • Chromecast price slashed by $10, down to $25
  • Google Pixel Buds price reduced by $50, down to $110

You can get these deals on the Google Store.

  • Microsoft Surface Pro 6 with Type Cover: $260 - $330 discount (depending on configuration)
  • Microsoft Surface Go - $350 ($50 off)
Get these discounts on the Microsoft Store.

  • OnePlus 6 with 64GB storage and 6GB RAM - $429 (was $529)
  • OnePlus 6 with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM - $479 (was $579)
  • OnePlus 6 with 256GB storage and 8GB RAM - $529 (was $629) [out of stock]
You can get these deals on the OnePlus Store.


  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - $700 when you activate on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint OR $800 unlocked.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ - $540 ($300 off) when you activate on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint OR $640 unlocked.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $420 ($300 off) when you activate on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint OR $520 unlocked.
  • Samsung Gear 360 (2nd-Gen) - 50% off
  • Google Pixel 2 XL - $450 ($400 off) when you activate on Verizon and purchase on 24-month installment plan.
  • Google Pixel 3 - $600 ($800 off) when you activate on Verizon and purchase on 24-month installment plan.
  • Google Pixel 3 XL - $800 ($900 off) when you activate on Verizon and purchase on 24-month installment plan.
  • Apple Watch Series 3 - $50 off.
  • Microsoft Surface Pro 6: $260 - $300 off based on the configuration
Get the latest deals over on the Best Buy - Cyber Week Deals page.



Get these and many more Christmas shopping items on the Walmart Cyber Week Deals page.


The following smartphones are eligible for AT&T's "Gifts of Galaxy" promotion.
  • Buy Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and get a second one 75% off + $200 in credits with eligible trade-in.
  • Buy Samsung Galaxy S9+ and get $790 in credit toward a second smartphone.
  • Buy Samsung Galaxy S9 and get $790 in credit toward a second smartphone.
  • Buy Samsung Galaxy S8 Active and get $790 in credit toward a second smartphone
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch and activate it on AT&T for a $60 discount in the form of credits.

  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $350 (50% off) for new customers.
  • Samsung Galaxy A9 - $170 (50% off) for new customers.
You can find these and more deals on the Cricket Deals page.

  • Apple iPhone XS - $150 off
  • Apple iPhone XR - $150 off
  • Apple iPhone 6s - $150 off
  • FREE Apple AirPods ($160 value) when you buy a qualifying iPhone or brings your own iPhone.
  • Samsung Galaxy A6 - $100 + BOGO (was $329) with a new unlimited Metro plan.
  • LG Q7+ - $100 (was $359) + BOGO with a new unlimited Metro plan.
Get these and other deals on the MetroPCS website.

  • Apple iPhone XR - FREE with purchase and activation of iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or iPhone XR on Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone 7 - $4.17 per month on device 24-month payment plan.
  • Apple Watch Series 4 - $100 off for new and returning customers. 
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - $20 per month on 18 months lease.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+  - $10 per month on 18 months lease.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $5 per month on 18 months lease.
  • LG G7 ThinQ - $15 per month on 18-month lease.
  • LG V40 ThinQ - $20 per month on 18-month lease + FREE 49-inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV.
You can check these deals and much more out on the Sprint Deals page.

  • Google Pixel 3 - $100 off or $300 in savings with activation of new line.
  • Google Pixel 3 XL - $100 off or $300 in savings with activation of new line.
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - $100 off or $300 in savings with activation of new line.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ - $100 off or $300 in savings with activation of new line.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $100 off or $300 in savings with activation of new line.
  • LG V40 ThinQ
  • Apple iPhone 6s - $5 per month for 24 months on device payment plan.
  • Motorola Moto Z3 - $5 per month for 24 months on device payment plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 - $10 per month for 24 months on device payment plan.
  • LG G7 ThinQ - $10 per month for 24 months on device payment plan.
  • Google Pixel 2 XL - $14.99 per month for 24 months on device payment plan.
Get these and more deals on the Verizon Deals page.
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Black Friday 2018 deals

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Black Friday 2018 - best online shopping deals


Black Friday is scheduled to take place this year on November 23rd and retailers have started revealing the discounts they will be offering their customers on one of the best days for technology deals. We have curated some of the best deals from around and collected it for our viewers below:

Select a store from the list below to show Black Friday online shopping deals offered by that store.


Amazon
AT&T
Best Buy
Costco
Fry's Electronics
Google
Kohls
Lenovo
Microsoft
Newegg
Samsung
Sam's Club
Target
T-Mobile
Verizon
Walmart


Amazon Black Friday deals

Deals available starting today:
Deals Starting November 17:
Deals Starting November 18:
Deals Starting November 21:
Starting November 22:
Deals Starting November 23:

Costco Black Friday deals
Costco's Holiday Savings are set to begin on November 16th and will go on until November 26th. Doorbuster deals start at 9AM on Friday, November 23rd as Costco will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. (source)

 Tablets
Wearables
  • Samsung Galaxy Gear 3 - $189.99 ($80 off)
Accessories
  • 2x Ubio Labs 10,000mAh power banks for $29.99 ($10 off) includes 2x 3-feet USB cables.
  • 3x Google Home mini smart speakers for $69.99 ($30 off) 

Kohl's Black Friday deals

Deals begin on Monday, November 19 at 12AM CT and in-store at 5PM on Thursday, November 22nd. Black Friday and doorbuster shopping will begin at 5PM on Thanksgiving Day until Friday at 1PM. Using coupon code 'CHEERFUL' will save you 15% between Nov 19 and Nov 23, while using coupon code 'GOSAVE20' can save you 20% between Nov 1 and Nov 6.

Wearables
  • Fitbit Ionic for $200 ($50 off)
  • Fitbit Charge for $80
  • Fitbit Charge 3 for $120
Accessories
  • Google Home Hub for $99 ($50 off)
  • Google Home for $79 ($50 off)
  • Google Home mini for $25 ($25 off)


Target Black Friday deals

Deals will begin on November 22 and include products from various categories. Target stores will open at 5 PM on Thursday, November 22nd (Thanksgiving Day) until 1 AM on Friday, November 23rd. Doors will reopen at 7 AM on November, 23rd. (source)

Phones
  • Apple iPhone XS - Free $250 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone XS Max - Free $250 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone 8 - Free $150 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Free $150 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone X - Free $150 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - Free $300 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon or AT&T (Nov 23 - Nov 25).
  • Google Pixel 3 - Free $200 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon.
  • Google Pixel 3 XL - Free $200 gift card with qualified activation on Verizon.
  • Samsung Galaxy J7 - $99.99 ($90 off) [no-contract required]
Tablets
  • Apple iPad 9.7-inch 2018 - $249.99 ($80 off)
Wearables
  • Apple Watch Series 3 - $199.99 ($80 off)
  • Apple Watch Series 3 with Cellular - $299.99 ($80 off)
  • Fitbit Versa
  • Samsung Gear 3 Frontier - $199 ($100 off)
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch - $260 ($70 off)
Accessories
  • Google Home mini - $25 ($24 off)
  • Google Chromecast Ultra - $49 ($20 off)
  • Amazon Echo - $69 ($30 off)
  • Amazon Echo Dot [2nd Gen] - $19.99 ($20 off)
  • Amazon Echo Dot [3rd Gen] - $24 ($25 off)

Walmart Black Friday deals

Black Friday Deals at Walmart are available starting November 2nd. Walmart's Black Friday deals will kick off at 10 PM on Wednesday, November 21. On Thursday, November 22, there will be a party set up for Walmart customers, taking place between 4 PM and 6 PM. At 6 PM, the Walmart mobile app will get updated with Black Friday maps and a "checkout" feature, which will help you find a Walmart worker anywhere in the store to check out.

Phones
  • Apple iPhone XS - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone XS Max - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone XR - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone 8 - Free $400 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Free $400 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Apple iPhone X - Free $400 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - Free $300 Walmart Gift Card with qualified activation on Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.
Tablets
TVs


These deals will be available starting November 10th

Phones
Tablets
Laptops
Accessories
TVs



You can check out the above-mentioned deals and more pre-Black Friday sales on the Lenovo website.

Best Buy Black Friday Deals
Best Buy stores will be opened on Thursday, November 21 (Thanksgiving Day) between 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. and will reopen on Black Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (source)

Phones
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 ($300 off) requires monthly payment through Verizon device payment plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ ($300 off) requires monthly payment through Verizon device payment plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 ($300 off) requires monthly payment through Verizon device payment plan.
Tablets
Laptops
TVs
Accessories
  • Amazon Echo Show 1st Gen. for $99.99 ($130 off)
  • Amazon Echo Dot 2nd Gen. for $19.99 ($20 off)
  • Google Home Mini for $25
  • Apple HomePod for $249 ($100 off)
  • Amazon Fire TV Cube for $59.99 ($60 off)
  • Ring Doorbell 2 for $139.99 and get a free Amazon Echo Dot.
Gaming
  • Microsoft Xbox One X 1TB Gold Rush Special Edition Battlefield V Bundle with a controller for $429.99 ($70 off)
  • Nintendo Switch Super Mario Kart Deluxe Bundle for $299
Other Deals
  • Buy an Amazon Alexa product and get a smart plug for just $5.
  • Up to 40% off major appliances.


Computer hardware-specialized retailer NewEgg has released its Black Friday 2018 flyer detailing several deals including discounts on various smartphones. (source)

Phones
Tablets
  • Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) with keyboard + $20 gift card - $800 (usually retails for $900 without keyboard)
Accessories

Samsung Black Friday 2018 deals

Samsung has released their Black Friday deals, which include discounts on smartphones, TVs, wearables, and accessories. Check out some of the best deals below.

Phones
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9+, Galaxy S9 (Unlocked)- $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Unlocked)- $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 (Unlocked)- $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Verizon)- 50% off when bought on Verizon's Device Payment Plan (beginning November 22)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Verizon)- 50% off when bought on Verizon's Device Payment Plan (beginning November 22)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 (Verizon)- 50% off when bought on Verizon's Device Payment Plan (beginning November 22)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (AT&T) - $200 off when bought with AT&T Next (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (AT&T) - $200 off when bought with AT&T Next (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 (AT&T) - $200 off when bought with AT&T Next (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (T-Mobile) - $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (T-Mobile) - $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 (T-Mobile) - $200 off instantly (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (Sprint) - $300 off when bought with Sprint Financing (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Sprint) - $300 off when bought with Sprint Financing (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 (Sprint) - $300 off when bought with Sprint Financing (beginning November 18)
Tablets
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1-inch (Wi-Fi) – $179.99 (save $100);
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1-inch with S Pen (Wi-Fi) – $229.99 (save $100);
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch (S-Pen included) – $449.99 (save $100);
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab E 9.6-inch (Wi-Fi) – $149.99 (save $50);
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0-inch (Wi-Fi) – $99.99 (save $30)
Wearables
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch Bluetooth, 42mm and 46mm versions - $70 off instantly (beginning November 16)
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch LTE, 42mm and 46mm versions - $30 off instantly (beginning November 16)
  • Samsung Gear S3 Frontier and Gear Sport - $100 off (beginning November 16)
Accessories
  • Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad, 2-Pack - $60 off (beginning November 18)
  • Samsung Gear IconX 2018 - $50 off (beginning November 18)
You can view the deals above and more by visiting Samsung's US website.



Microsoft has revealed its upcoming Black Friday deals, which include some discounts on the company's Surface tablets. Most of the deals are set to start at 12:00 AM ET on Thanksgiving Day (November 22). (source)



The Google Store Black Friday deals are set to kick off on November 16 and runs on until November 28. Check the dates below and visit the Google Store on the specific dates to get these deals.

Phones
  • Black Friday (11/16 – 11/21): Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will go up for a BOGO (Buy One Get One) 50% off deal.
  • Black Friday (11/22 – 11/25): $150 off Pixel 3 and $200 off Pixel 3 XL.
  • Cyber Monday: Buy a Pixel 3 or Pixel 3 XL and get a Google Home Hub ($149 value) and $50 to spend on Google Store.
Laptops (Nov 18 - Nov 28)
  • Google Pixelbook: Save $300
Accessories (Nov 22 to Nov 26)
  • Google Home Hub: Save $50
  • Google Home Mini: Save $24
  • Google Home Mini + Chromecast: Save $39
  • Google Home Mini + Smartlight bundle: Save $24
  • Google Home: Save $50
  • Google Home Max: Save $50
  • Pixelbuds: Save $50
  • Chromecast Audio: Save $20 (11/22-2/28)
  • Chromecast Ultra: Save $20
  • Chromecast: Save $10
Nest Home Automation (Nov 21 to Nov 28)
  • Nest Learning Thermostat: Save $70
  • Nest E Thermostat: Save $30
  • Nest Hello: Save $50
  • Nest Cam Indoor: Save $70
  • Nest Cam Outdoor: Save $50
  • Nest Protect: Save $20

Sprint Black Friday deals

Check out the deals below and head over to the Sprint website to pick up your favorites.

Phones
  • Buy an iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max and get a free iPhone XR
  • Apple iPhone 7 for $4.17/month
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 for $5/month (usually $21.67/month)
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ for $10/month (usually $28/month)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 for $20/month (usually $30/month)
  • Buy an LG V40 ThinQ and get a free 49-inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV
Tablets
  • Apple iPad 2018 for $99.99 with iPhone lease
Wearables
  • Apple Watch Series 4 ($100 off)


Fry's Electronics, a retailer of software, consumer electronics, household appliances, and computer hardware has revealed its upcoming deals for Black Friday 2018. Fry’s will actually hold two different one-day-only, in-store-only sales later this week. Stores will open at 9 AM. (source)

Phones
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 - $400 (starting Nov 23).
  • Samsung Galaxy S8+ - $500 (starting Nov 23).
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - $750 (starting Nov 23).
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $500 unlocked and "catch" free.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ - $600 unlocked and "catch" free.
  • Buy Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S9+ and get free $300 gift card when you activate new device on AT&T.
  • Motorola Moto Z3 Play - $330 (starting Nov 23).
  • Apple iPhone XS - $200 toward monthly installments / Buy-one-get-one (up to $700) bill credit on AT&T.
Tablets
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab E Lite - $59.
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 - $149.
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 - $387.

T-Mobile Black Friday deals

T-Mobile has gotten an early start on their Black Friday deals, with a promotion the carrier is calling Magenta Friday. Customers will be able to get a new phone for free (up to $750) when they open a new line of service and trade in an eligible device.

Phones
  • iPhone XR, iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus for free
  • iPhone X, iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max up to $750 off
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 for free
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus up to $750 off
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 up to $750 off
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 for free
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 Active up to $750 off
  • LG G7 ThinQ for free
  • OnePlus 6T for free
Devices eligible for trade in include iPhone 6S or later, Galaxy S6 or later, Google Pixel and Moto Z2 Play. See the full list of eligible devices. The device you are trading in should be in "good condition" to be eligible for this deal.

If you are not looking to trade in your old device, you can get a free T-Mobile Revvl 2 or a T-Mobile Revvl 2 Plus for $84.

The discounts will be applied via monthly bill credits over the course of 24 to 36 months.

Tablets
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 (50% off)
Wearables
  • Apple Watch Series 4
  • Apple Watch Series 3
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch
  • Samsung Gear S3
Accessories
  • $100 off JBL Link 20 voice-activated portable speaker in black (now just $99.99)
  • $125 off JBL Link 300 voice-activated speaker in black (now just $124.99)
  • $10 off Skullcandy Ink’d wireless earbuds in black (now just $39.99)
  • $80 off Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless portable speaker in black (now just $99.99)
  • $50 off Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST wireless portable speaker in black and blue (now just $229.99)
  • $40 off Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM portable waterproof speaker in - Phantom Black, SubZero Blue and Avocado (now just $59.99)
You can see all these deals and more on the T-Mobile Magenta Friday deals page.

Verizon Black Friday Deals

Verizon deals will kick off on Thursday, November 22 online, and on Friday, November 23 in-stores. Sales will end on Saturday morning. (source)

Phones
  • Apple iPhone XS Max - $300 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Apple iPhone XS - $300 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Apple iPhone XR - $300 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Apple iPhone X - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Google Pixel 3 - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Google Pixel 3 XL - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • LG V40 ThinQ - $400 discount as bill credits with 24-month device payment plan
  • Palm Phone - $150 off
Tablets
  • Apple iPad (2018) - $99 with a two-year contract and paired with new iPhone
Accessories
  • Google Home Hub - $100
  • JBL Link View $150

AT&T Black Friday Deals

AT&T has holiday deals lined up now through Cyber Monday (November 26) all the way to December 20. You can find deals on smartphones, accessories and wireless plans over on the AT&T online store.

Phones

  • Samsung Galaxy Note 9 - 75% off a second smartphone.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9 - $790 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ - $790 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Samsung Galaxy S8 Active - $790 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Apple iPhone XS Max - $750 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Apple iPhone XS - $750 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Apple iPhone X - $750 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Apple iPhone 8 Plus - $750 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • Apple iPhone 8 - $750 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • LG V40 ThinQ - up to $950 in credit towards a second smartphone.
  • LG V35 ThinQ - up to $950 in credit towards a second smartphone.
Wearables
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch - $60 off when you activate it on AT&T.
AT&T Prepaid Deals
  • Samsung Galaxy Express Prime - $49.99 (Nov 20 - Nov 27)
  • Apple iPhone 6s - $99 with new AT&T prepaid service on $50 and up plans (Nov 16 - Jan 10)
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Get the Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) for $250 from Costco

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Get the Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) for $250 from Costco

Costco is prepping for Black Friday 2018, and the ad sent out to its members suggests that the retailer has a discount planned for the Apple iPad 9.7-inch (2018).

Apple's "affordable" iPad will be offered for just $249.99 during Black Friday, which is $80 (22%) off its retail price. There is a limit of two per customer and the deal will only be available on the Costco website.

The iPad 2018 features a 9.7 inch display, up to 128GB of internal storage, an 8MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera, and is powered by the Apple A10 chipset with 2GB of RAM. While Apple is planning to unveil new iPads later this month, we may not see a successor in the affordable category until March next year.

The Black Friday sales are expected to kick off on November 23rd and will run through November 26th. If you are in the market for a new Apple tablet, make sure you head over to Costco during its Black Friday sale.
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Apple announces event on September 12

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Apple announces event on September 12

Apple has scheduled a special event on September 12, at 10 AM PDT (1PM EDT) at the Steve Jobs Theater on Apple's Cupertino campus. Invitations have also been sent out to the media, for what is expected to be the official unveiling of the 2018 iPhone lineup.

According to rumors, Apple is expected to unveil three new iOS devices during this event:
  • A successor to the iPhone X with a 5.8 inch display and $899 price;
  • An iPhone X Plus with a 6.5 inch display and $999 price;
  • A new affordable iPhone with a 6.1 inch display and iPhone X design.
The two new flagships are expected to feature OLED displays and have dual-cameras on the rear while the cheaper model will come with an LCD panel and a single rear camera. All three handsets will be equipped with the TrueDepth Camera, and use Face ID to verify the identity of the user.

Rumors also suggest Apple may unveil newly designed iPads during this event with designs inspired by the iPhone X. These iPads will feature larger displays due to the reduced bezels, use gesture controls for navigation, include the TrueDepth Camera, and feature Face ID.

Apple may also unveil its next generation of Apple Watch during this event, and we cant help but wonder if the circular design shown in the press invitation suggests a round design for their new Apple Watch.


Following this event, Apple will also finalize the final versions of iOS 12, Apple Watch 5 and macOS 10.14 Mojave. Public releases of all of Apple's platforms should follow shortly after the event.

How to watch the Apple 2018 iPhone announcement

Apple no longer restricts streaming its events to Apple devices only. You can watch it from a
Windows PC or any of the following devices.

  • iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using Safari on iOS 10 or later
  • Mac using Safari on macOS Sierra 10.12 or later
  • PC using Windows 10 and Microsoft Edge
  • Streaming to Apple TV via AirPlay requires an Apple TV (2nd generation or later) with the latest Apple TV software or tvOS
  • Other platforms (like Android and Linux) may also be able to access the stream using recent versions of Chrome or Firefox (MSE, H.264, and AAC required)

Keep in mind that the event starts at 10 AM PT | 12 NOON ET on Wednesday, September 12. You can head over to the link below on your compatible device at this time to watch the unveiling.




source - Apple

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LG G7 One officially announced with pure Android experience

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LG G7 One officially announced with pure Android experience

The LG G7 One is a new smartphone from the company and a part of the Android One Program. This means the phone will be running what’s called “pure” Android, no additional software besides what Google has included. It also means that it will be receiving the latest versions of Android faster than most other phones.

The LG G7 One features a 6.1-inch QHD+ (3120x1440 pixel) display, 32GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 16MP rear camera, an 8MP front camera, a 3000mAh battery, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB of RAM.

The handset also features USB Type-C connectivity, IP68 water, and dust resistance, Face Recognition, NFC, and support for Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0. You also get 32-bit Quad DAC for your headphones and a "Boombox Speaker" which are great additions for music lovers.

The handset comes with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box, but we expect it will quick to receive the Android 9 Pie update, relatively quickly.

LG G7



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LG G7 Fit officially announced

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The LG G7 Fit is an Android smartphone announced today at IFA 2018. It is an affordable variant of the company's flagship LG G7 ThinQ bringing a more modest set of features at a cheaper price.

The LG G7 Fit features a 6.1-inch QHD+ (3120x1440 pixel) display, a 16MP rear camera, an 8MP front camera, a 3000mAh battery, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor with 4GB of RAM. The handset will be available in 32GB or 64GB storage options and features Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity.

LG G7 Fit (2)

The handset also features USB Type-C connectivity, IP68 water, and dust resistance, Face Recognition, NFC and support for Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0. You also get 32-bit Quad DAC for your headphones and a "Boombox Speaker" which are great additions for music lovers.



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LG TONE wireless wearable audio products with Google Assistant announced

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LG TONE wireless wearable audio products with Google Assistant announced

LG has a big lineup of devices planned for IFA 2018, we recently saw the company's XBOOM wireless speakers with Google Assistant included, now the company has unveiled some in-ear wireless wearables which also come with Google Assistant.

First we have the LG TONE Platinum SE, which along with Google Assistant also features real time translation with Google Translate. You can trigger Assistant or Translate on these wearables with a press of a button, and quickly attempt to carry out a conversation in another language with these technologies.

LG TONE colors

LG TONE Ultra SE, features an external mono speaker in addition to earbuds. With the external speaker, users can make calls and listen to music without blocking out ambient sounds. This setup maybe suited for communicating with groups of people or wanting to be part of a public function.


source - LG
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LG XBOOM speaker lineup announced with Google Assistant built-in

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LG XBOOM speaker lineup announced

LG is set to unveil a new lineup of XBOOM audio products at IFA 2018, which will include XBOOM Go portable Bluetooth speakers and XBOOM AI ThinQ smart speakers with Google Assistant support.

In celebration of its 60th anniversary in 2018, LG aims to focus on sound quality, investing heavily in a wide range of R&D initiatives. One of these initiatives is partnering with Meridian Audio, whose technology is implemented in LG XBOOM products. Meridian is known for its development and implementation of revolutionary audio technologies such as Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) and has also served as the exclusive audio brand for premium car-makers which include Land Rover, McLaren and Jaguar.

Among its IFA 2018 highlights, LG will showcase the the XBOOM mini component and all-in-one, which when combined with the Pro DJ Wheel allows anyone to become a DJ with creative mixing and scratching functions and fun lighting effects. Its features include a Voice Canceller, a Key Changer and a Grab & Move handle.

Become a DJ with XBOOM mini components and all-in-one

The XBOOM Go wireless speakers will feature aptX™ HD from Qualcomm with 24bit/576kbps hi-res streaming audio over Bluetooth. This is the same technology LG has included in its modern smartphones like the LG G7 ThinQ. The XBOOM Go models also feature multicolor mood lighting, Grab-N-Go and X-grip handles for portability, water resistance and long battery life.

The XBOOM AI ThinQ lineup will come with Google Assistant support, and LG wants to highlight the high quality audio that these smart speakers will deliver to its users.


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Google officially announces Android P

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Google officially announces Android P

Google officially unveiled their newest version of Android during the company's I/O 2018 developer conference. Android P brings the biggest redesign to the platform to date with features that focus on a brand new gesture-based interface, similar to what Apple has implemented on the iPhone X.

Eventually the codename 'P' will be replaced with a dessert name like Peppermint, Popsicle or Pecan Pie, but for now the update will continue to be known as Android P and we have a lot to unpack

Gesture Based User Interface

Google has introduced a brand new way to navigate through your Android P device using gestures. Apple's iPhone X users however wont see much difference here from Apple's own implementation on their flagship device.



The home button has been reduced to a tiny pill that sits in the bottom of your display, which you can interact with to perform various actions. Tapping on the pill and swiping up will pull up the multi-tasking menu, from where you can scroll through all the apps you have opened. Swiping up again will open the app drawer. You can tap on the home pill again to return to your homescreen.

A dedicated back button will appear for navigational purposes when needed

Digital Wellbeing

Are you worried you spend too much time on your device ? Google has found that more than 70% of their users want to help manage their digital on-device time better, and want to address this with Android P.


With this new unified dashboard, Android P users will be able to see how much time they've spent on their phones every day. It will show you the number of times you have picked up your phone, and the time you've spent on various apps. Digital Wellbeing on Android P will let you set time limits on apps, and will nudge you when you reach that limit.


'Shush' is another enhancement on Android P, which lets you take a break from the constant flow of notifications. You can activate this feature by simply turning the screen facing down, putting your device into Do Not Disturb Mode. Interestingly, this was a popular feature on early Windows Phone devices from Nokia.

Android P is also introducing a 'Wind Down' mode, which is great for people who get constantly disturbed by their phones when they are sleeping. Users will have to set a 'Wind Down' hour, at which the phone will automatically switch into night mode with a gray scale display, which is less stimulating for the brain. Google claims that this small adjustment can help keep you away from distractions before bedtime.

Android Intelligence

With the new Android Intelligence features on Android P,  Google plans to let you get the most out of our smartphone.

Adaptive Battery

The Adaptive Battery feature on Android P will allow on-device machine learning to understand your app usage patterns, predicting the apps you use daily and those you dont use as regularly. This information will remain private as it occurs within your device itself, but it will allow your Android device to adapt to your use.



In practical tests at Google, this resulted in 30% reduction in CPU wake-ups, which in turns reduces CPU processing and increases battery life drastically.

Adaptive Brightness

With Android P, Google is introducing a new form of auto-brightness, it calls Adaptive Brightness. Unlike regular auto-brightness which adjusts your screen brightness based on your surroundings, the user will be able to manually adjust the level of brightness to suite their preference. Android will learn from these preferences and offer your personal preference in future.

Actions

Last year, Android featured predictive apps, which showed the top five most used apps on the top of your app launcher. With Android P, the team is introducing a feature calls App Actions. These will be predicted based on usage patterns of what you do most on your phone.


For example, your device may prompt you to play music when you connect your headphones, or suggest you get back to your e-Book when you are on your morning commute.

Slices

Google is introducing a new Slice API, which will give direct access to key app features from the operating system or from search (in Android P, this feature will only be available in search, but expect it to expand in future releases).


In the example above, Lyft is using the Slice API to render a slice of their app in the context of search, allowing you to directly hail a cab from your Google search without having to open the Lyft app.

MLKit

MLKit (short for machine learning kit) is a new set of on-device APIs that is cross-platform and will work with both Android and iOS. It gives developers ready to use models for things like face recognition, barcode scanning, image labeling, smart reply, landmark detection and so on.

Simplicity

Google has also introduced several smaller features and improvements that will enhance the overall experience for users on Android P.

  • Volume Controls - It is now easier to adjust media volumes without having to deal with the complicated sound controls you are familiar with on Android. Simply pressing the volume up/down buttons will adjust the media volume by default. There will be a separate button for those wanting to adjust ringtone volume or switch between silent and vibrate mode. These sliders will no longer be at the top out of reach, and instead more accessible on the right side of the phone.
  • Rotation Confirmation - Screen rotation is getting a huge functionality boost with one very simple change. On Android P, when you rotate a device, you will automatically be shown a button that can be pressed to rotate the screen correspondingly. This will help manage those annoying auto rotations.
  • Notifications
  • Work Profiles
  • Quick Settings
  • Better Screenshots
  • Crash Dialogs
  • Status Bar

Release and Availability

The Developer Preview of Android P was first announced in March, followed by the Public Beta which is now available (May 8) following Google I/O 2018. This should put the public release of Android P for mid-to late-August with manufacturers following up with their own releases in the months to come

How to get Android P Now

We are putting together a guide on how to install the public beta of Android P on your device right now. You will have to first enroll for the Android Beta Program and have one of the following devices in order to install the first public beta of Android P




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