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Tony Hsieh, iconic Las Vegas tech entrepreneur, dies aged 46

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Tony Hsieh, the former head of Zappos who catapulted the shoe company into the big leagues with a sale to Amazon and then used the proceeds of his success in a huge project kickstarting regeneration of a run-down part of Las Vegas, Nevada, with tech and wider business investments, has died aged 46. The cause was injuries he sustained from a house fire, a spokesperson for Hsieh confirmed to TechCr

Why *wouldn't* Best Buy drop brand-new deals early for Cyber Monday?

28Mashable / 24min
Best Buy is celebrating Cyber Monday all week , with new deal releases starting on Nov. 28: TCL 55-inch 4 Series 4K LED Smart TV — $199.99 (save $200) Dyson V7 Animal Stick Vacuum — $199.99 (save $200) HP 11-inch Chromebook — $149 (save $70) Considering that Black Friday, a once-single day event, was stretched across an entire month this year, you had to at least have an inkling that Cyber Monday

Laptop deal: Dell XPS 15 gets massive £450 price cut this weekend only

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Dell has knocked it out the park with this incredible laptop deal that knocks £450 off the asking price.


This Keurig K-Cafe coffee maker is $100 off at Best Buy

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SAVE $100: Keurig K-Café coffee, latte, and cappuccino maker is only $99 at Best Buy as of Nov. 28 in a brand-new deal. Black Friday has come and gone, but that doesn't mean all the deals are over. Best Buy has rolled out some additional deals for Cyber Weekend, and if you missed the Black Friday sales (or your item of choice sold out before you could get it) you'll definitely want to hop on thes

Work smarter with this extra monitor that attaches to your laptop

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TL;DR: Step up your WFH setup with the Mobile Pixels TRIO: Portable Dual Screen Laptop Monitor for $207.20, which includes an additional 20% off savings with promo code BFSAVE20. It's nice to have a multi-screen setup, especially if you're working from home. The Mobile Pixels TRIO: Portable Dual Screen Laptop Monitor is an affordable and convenient way to make that happen. The TRIO plugs into the

Check out new and refurbished iPads on sale this weekend

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Sometimes the screen on your smartphone is too small, but your laptop is too bulky and cumbersome. That’s when you need the in-between screen of an iPad. And you don’t need a brand-new one to bask in the many benefits an iPad has to offer (though if you have your heart set on a brand-new one, you should still keep reading). The refurbished iPads below are vetted by experts and should function wit

Save on a sporty, sleek smartwatch this weekend

20Mashable / 24min
TL;DR: Take Google Assistant with you wherever you go with a TicWatch sport smartwatch for $63.99, a $35 savings as of Nov. 28. Even with Black Friday deals aplenty, the price of the Apple Watch can be hard to swallow. If you didn't take the plunge, consider TicWatch . TicWatch is like the Apple Watch's sporty cousin — and if you're looking for fitness tracking capabilities, you won't be disappoi

15 Black Friday deals for dog and cat owners

Mashable / 24min
If you did your Black Friday shopping yesterday and didn't pick up anything for your furry friends, well, shame on you. Has anyone been more supportive than your cat or dog this year? Likely not. Luckily for you, we've compiled 15 fabulous deals for pet owners below. Plus, you can take an additional 20% off each one with the promo code BFSAVE20 at checkout. "The Fat Cat" Cat Backpack This cat bac

Bored at home? Here are 27 DIY kits and activities on sale this weekend.

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Is "I'm bored" the only thing you've been hearing from your kids these days? Or maybe you've been saying it. Either way, let's do something about that boredom. Below, we've compiled 27 projects to keep you and/or your children occupied for days. You can even save an extra 20% on each item. Just don't forget to add the promo code BFSAVE20 before checkout. SunFounder Nano DIY 4-DOF Robot Kit Introd

Catch up on your streaming queue with a 4K smart TV for $200

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SAVE $200: This TCL 55-inch 4K TV was $120 off on Black Friday, but it's now $200 off at Best Buy as an early Cyber Monday deal. Sometimes patience really is a virtue. Such is the case with this TCL 4K smart TV — it was $120 off on Black Friday, but it's now $200 off at Best Buy as a part of the retailer's early Cyber Monday deals. SEE ALSO: You could use a new monitor — here are the best ones fo

If you bought a TV on Black Friday, you should also get a soundbar

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Save $130: The Samsung HW-S60T 4.0-channel soundbar with built-in Alexa is on sale for $199.99 at Best Buy as of Nov. 28. So, you bought a nice-ass new 4K TV on Black Friday. Don't settle for the TV's built-in speakers when you can have way more impressive audio output with a soundbar. Samsung's HW-S60T 4.0-channel soundbar, which has built-in Alexa, is on sale for $199.99 at Best Buy as an early

Genius Pack carry-on luggage is over 50% off

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TL;DR: Add the next-level Genius Pack Supercharged Carry On to your closet for $183.99, a 53% savings as of Nov. 28 with the code BFSAVE20. Even if you're staying home this holiday season, it doesn't mean you won't travel again. In fact, there's actually no better time to stock up on travel gear while the prices are at rock bottom. If you've been considering upgrading to a super fancy suitcase wi

10 Cyber Monday deals that make awesome stocking stuffers

Mashable / 25min
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are classic times to start holiday shopping. While you're busy checking off the big ticket items from your list, don't forget you have some stockings to stuff. Yeah, Cyber Week has a large focus on expensive tech like 4K TVs and laptops, but there are also some nice deals on smaller things that make for sweet stocking stuffers. We've found 10 deals that we hope to se

Vava’s 4K ultra short-throw projector is $840 off at Amazon

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If you’re in the market for a short-throw projector, you could do much worse than the Vava 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser TV Projector . The well-reviewed model typically costs $2,800. However, if you have a couple thousand dollars burning a hole in your pocket and you're ready to pull the trigger, you can snap one up for $1,960 at Amazon today only. Buy Vava's 4K short-throw projector at Amazon - $1
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These Black Friday massage gun deals may be the best way to destress in 2020

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2020 has been quite a year, so work out all those knots with Black Friday deals on massage guns for targeted relief.

5 reasons the Samsung Galaxy Note 21 looks unlikely to happen

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Leaks suggest there might not be a Samsung Galaxy Note 21, and there are at least 5 reasons for that.

India fixes surge pricing limits for Uber and Ola drives

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Following the Covid-19 led lockdown, cab hailing services in India are facing tough times and this move is likely to further add to their woes.

Black Holes Aren't as Bad as You Think

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Physicist Janna Levin is hoping to improve the reputation of the strange phenomena with her new book The Black Hole Survival Guide.

Black Friday AirPods Pro deals will save your sanity in lockdown

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We’re all a bit strained in 2020, but a pair of AirPods Pro can give you back

A Pared-Down Version of Facebook's Libra Project Could Launch as Soon as January

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Facebook’s long-anticipated cryptocurrency venture, Libra, could go live as early as January, three people involved with the matter told Financial Times this week. But don’t get too excited just yet: Thanks to a torrent of federal scrutiny and many of its chief investors bailing on the project, its scope has been… Read more...

Don't miss the best deals from Lovehoney's Black Friday sale

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SAVE UP TO 50%: Save on sex toys and lingerie in Lovehoney's Black Friday sale, with deals live until midnight on Nov. 29. We have already made plenty of noise about Lovehoney's impressive Black Friday sale, and we're going to shout about it just once more. You can save up to 50% on a wide range of sex toys and lingerie sets until midnight on Nov. 29, so this really is your last chance to bag the

This Black Friday smartwatch deal smacks loads off the price of the hardy Suunto 7

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Do you know what time it is? It's time for a sophisticated Black Friday smartwatch deal – and for you to get a watch.

ProtonVPN is packed full of features to protect your data

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SAVE 33%: A one-year subscription to ProtonVPN is on sale for £71.56 as of Nov. 28, saving you 33% on list price. The online world can be a dangerous place, and that's why you should consider investing in a service like ProtonVPN. The list of advanced security features offered by ProtonVPN is long, and it's one of the best options for protecting your data and identity in the online world. Subscri

This HP Omen X Emperium 65-inch 4K gaming display is $1,800 off right now

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Save $1800 on the HP Omen X Emperium gaming display over at Amazon right now for Black Friday

Access American Netflix from all over the world with ExpressVPN

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SAVE 49%: A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £5.16 per month as of Nov. 28, and includes an extra three months for free. We know that most people who invest in VPNs don't use them for identity and data protection, and instead use these services to unlock streaming services. We get it, and we're here to help you find the best option for the task. There are plenty of VPN providers

Keep track of all your passwords with this NordPass Black Friday deal

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TL;DR: A one-year subscription to NordPass Password Manager is on sale for £13.46 as of Nov. 28, using the code BFSAVE40 at the checkout. Poor password health is a major driving force behind cyber attacks and security breaches – especially in businesses. In fact, over 80% of all breaches happen because of compromised passwords. You've heard the story before: some service like Equifax gets hacked.

PUBGMobile available for some gamers in India - launch imminent

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An Indian YouTuber hints that the pre-release version of PUBG Mobile application is already available with a select few

Sceptre's curved ultrawide monitor is just $279 with this Black Friday deal

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Get this Sceptre 34-inch curved ultrawide gaming monitor during this Black Friday sale on Amazon for 20% off while it lasts.

Get JBL speakers for cheap with these Black Friday audio deals...from AT&T?

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Need some speakers? These JBL speakers have gotten price drops with these Black Friday speaker deals.

20 hot Amazon Black Friday deals you can still get – but not for long

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Amazon's Black Friday deals are ending in just a few hours for many products, and here's a round-up of great prices you can still get on the iPad Air, AirPods and more.

Walmart Cyber Monday deals: the big tech discounts to look out for

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The Walmart Cyber Monday deals aren't far away – and the retailer has confirmed some of the discounts it's most excited about.

51 of the best Black Friday deals you can still buy from Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon

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The 2020 Black Friday sales event is winding down, and here are the best deals that are still available from Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon.

Seeing Cyberpunk 2077 Run on Google Stadia at 4K Isn't Enough to Sell Me on Cloud Gaming

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Google’s fledgling cloud gaming service could really use a win after a year of technical issues and lukewarm reception from gamers. It’s resorted to literally giving Stadia and its accessories away for free to drum up some excitement, but how it handles CD Projekt Red’s oh-s0-long-awaited title Cyberpunk 2077 next… Read more...

This Asus ZenBook 14 Black Friday deal saves you $170 on this stylish ultrabook

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Save $130 on this Asus ZenBook 14 ultrabook during Newegg's Black Friday sale.

This Shark IQ Robot Vacuum Black Friday deal is one of the hottest - while it lasts

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Save $280 on this Shark IQ Robot Self-Emptying XL robot vacuum during this Amazon Black Friday sale, but it won't last long.

Black Friday gaming headset deals: save on PlayStation, Xbox and PC headsets

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Looking for a great Black Friday gaming headset deal? Then you're in luck. We've rounded up the best gaming headset discounts we're seeing right now.

Is a 55-inch TV too big? Check out these 49-inch Black Friday TV deals instead

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Check out these Black Friday TV deals on 49-inch smart TVs.

Black Friday smartwatch deals: the top Apple Watch, Wear OS and Fitbit sales

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If you've been looking at the Black Friday Smartwatch deals, then you've found the only round-up you'll need.

Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 fitness tracker is at new low price in the Black Friday deals

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Get yourself an affordable fitness tracker discounted by Black Friday sales with this deal on the Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.

MSI GL65 Black Friday deal: get gorgeous ray-tracing on a laptop for $130 off

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This MSI GL65 Leopard gaming laptop Black Friday deal can save you $130 on quality ray-traced gaming.

Black Friday PS4 controller deals: save on DualShock 4 controllers right now

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Looking for a discount on the DualShock 4 controller? Then check out these Black Friday PS4 controller deals.

Black Friday GoPro deals: all the best live deals including 25% off the Hero 8 Black

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The Black Friday GoPro deals are still going strong, with a new Hero 9 Black offer joining the Hero 7 White's lowest ever price.

Get a 65-inch or 75-inch TV for less in these super-sized Black Friday TV deals

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The biggest Black Friday TV deals are on the biggest TVs – and here are our top picks.

This CyberpowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR gaming PC is just $679 during Black Friday

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This CyberpowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Gaming PC is just $679 over at Amazon right now during their Black Friday sale.

The Mandalorian season 2 episode 5 recap: Baby Yoda's name is revealed

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The return of a Jedi and a major Baby Yoda revelation in The Mandalorian season 2 episode 5.

Avatar Airlines Proposes Acquiring 10 Thai Airways Boeing 747s, Launching U.S. Domestic Service

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Barry Michaels has been trying to start an airline for 30 years. The idea all along has been the same: fly Boeing 747s domestically with cheap fares. He used to call the idea "Family Airlines." And he even went to prison for tax and securities fraud in connection with raising money for the venture. It's now called Avatar Airlines, and still plans to fly a Boeing 747 from Albuquerque to Las Vegas

Meet the $599 8-core AMD Ryzen laptop that's rewriting the rules of computing

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This AMD Ryzen-powered machine from Lenovo is seriously affordable.

This might be the best (and worst) Black Friday TV deal of 2020

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The Samsung Q900R 8K QLED comes at a massive 98-inch size, and this half-price discount knocks $50,000 off the price.

This Instant Pot Ultra is less than $100 for Black Friday

32Mashable / 10h
SAVE $49.96: Get the six-quart Instant Pot Ultra for only $99.99 as of Nov. 27. Amazon has teased us with their Holiday Deal Dash for weeks, but the real Black Friday deals have finally arrived. In particular, Amazon did not skimp on the kitchen upgrades this year. Everyone's favorite multi-cooker is on sale, and it's not the lowest tier version, either. We're talking about the luxe Instant Pot U

Best Black Friday racing wheel deals: save 20% on racing wheels at Fanatec

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Fanatec has slashed 20% off its racing wheels, wheelbases and more in this fantastic Black Friday deal.

Black Friday board game deals: save big on Catan, Gloomhaven, Pandemic and Ticket to Ride

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Some of the most popular board games of all-time are on sale for Black Friday 2020 – here’s where to find the biggest deals.

HP outlines plans to ensure printer ink stays lucrative

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Ink is where printer manufacturers make a great deal of their profits and HP wants to keep it that way.

Black Friday Star Wars deals: save money on games, DVDs, Lego and more

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There are loads of Star Wars Black Friday deals, and we've found some of the best for you.

New M1 MacBook Pro deal: surprise Black Friday deal on year's hottest laptop still going

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Get $100/£49 off the new Apple MacBook Pro (M1, 2020) with these Black Friday deals.

This $300 discount on an HP laptop might be the Black Friday tech deal to beat

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SAVE $300: The 256GB base model of HP's 15-inch Pavilion Laptop usually starts at $649.99 (depending on the color), but you can score it on sale for as low as $349.99 this Black Friday. The vast majority of laptops we've seen on sale at Amazon and Best Buy this Black Friday have been fancy-shmancy models best suited for power users — your MacBook Pros, your Microsoft Surface Book 3s, your LG Gram

io9 Investigates: Will Wearing a Giant Baby Yoda Onesie Improve Your Mandalorian Viewing Experience?

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The Mandalorian is already some pretty solid Star War. But what if we could improve on it by looking like an absolute idiot while watching? I, io9's resident idiot , decided to find out. Read more...

The 10 Best Deals of November 27, 2020

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The 10 Best Deals of November 27, 2020

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Fresh basil recalled in several states over risk of parasitic infection

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Around 15,000 units of fresh basil have been recalled in several states over the risk of Cyclospora, a parasite that can cause illness in people who contract it. The recall is described as voluntary and made ‘out of an abundance of caution’ after the Florida Department of Agriculture tested one package and identified the possible contamination. The recall covers multiple … Continue reading

This 65" TCL 4K Android Smart TV Is Just $230

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TCL 65" Android 4K TV | $230 | Target Read more...

The Best DIY Kits and Projects on Sale for Black Friday

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As the holidays near closer and closer, you are likely finding yourself in one of two situations: either you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift or you’re in need of a little bit of entertainment while you’re cooped up indoors. No matter your holiday setup, these kits and projects are sure to bring joy to your holiday season. SunFounder Nano DIY 4-DOF Robot Kit This robotics learning kit is perfe

Google shows off 'Cyberpunk 2077' running on Stadia at 4K

500+Engadget / 12h
We’ve seen gameplay footage of Cyberpunk 2077 running on RTX-equipped PCs , the previous generation of consoles, as well as the PS5 and Xbox Series X through backward compatibility. And now you can get a sense of what the game looks like on Google Stadia with a five-minute trailer that provides a last-minute look at CD Projekt Red’s new game before its December 10th release date . This trailer is

Neanderthals Didn’t Use Their Thumbs Like We Do, New Research Suggests

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An analysis of Neanderthal hand bones suggests these extinct humans possessed thumbs better suited for power grips, as opposed to precision grips, which could mean they used their hands differently than we do. Read more...

These Jaybird true wireless earbuds are shockingly cheap – but only for Black Friday

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The Jaybird Vista earbuds are some of our favorite true wireless models – and they're cheaper than ever right now.

Millions of coronavirus patients have data leaked online

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A Brazilian hospital employee exposed data on 16m Covid-19 patients when they posted a sensitive spreadsheet on GitHub.

Build Your Own Drones With Black Friday Access To These DIY Kits

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There’s nothing like the power of flight to make kids (and adults) fall in love with STEM. These ten DIY drones from Force Flyers will get you in the air and flying fast, with themes for every family to enjoy. They are, truly, the perfect complement to any building block sets or drones you already own. All these drones charge easily off USB and can fly for up to 12 minutes on a charge, with digit


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