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The holiday shopping season is almost here, which means it’s the perfect time to save big on gaming PCs, laptops, and accessories. Retailers like Amazon More

The holidays are just around the corner, and Black Friday and its sweet deals are closer than you think. Now that cable TV is out and streaming is in, many people are subscribing to multiple platforms, and buying the devices that host them, like Rokus, Firesticks, and Chromecasts — all of which can get pricey quickly. Since many streaming platforms have raised their fees in the past few years, finding a good deal for the content you love is essential. Also: The best Black Friday deals available nowLuckily, Black Friday and the entire month leading up to it is the perfect time to hunt for some holiday streaming deals, either for your own home or to gift. (You, too, could go to Roku City, and at a cheaper price than usual.) Our deal-hunting experts at ZDNET have rounded up the best streaming deals ahead of Black Friday so far.Our favorite streaming deals for Black Friday 2024Roku Streaming Stick 4K More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is available for $200. I’ve been testing the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, which features the fastest performance yet and up to 12 weeks of battery life; alternatively, the 16 GB Kindle Paperwhite is available for $160. Remember that Amazon’s promise of up to 12 weeks of […] More

Anker USB-C to USB-C PowerLine III cables. Anker On the hunt for a USB-C cable? Look no further than Anker’s latest and greatest USB-C cables — because not all cables are created equal! These beauties deliver everything you desire from a cable. Anker has unveiled two shiny new USB-C to USB-C PowerLine III cables<!–>. Coming […] More

A large part of my job involves testing MagSafe battery packs for ZDNET, and as someone who’s tried over a dozen in this year alone, I’d recommend gifting most people the Torras MiniMag over any other battery pack this season. Also: This ultra-thin battery pack I tested is a must-have travel gadget (and it works with MagSafe)This 5,000mAh battery pack is a great, typical battery capacity for everyday power-ups as well as a backup boost during concerts, outings, day trips, commutes, and more. The big difference between this pack and other 5,000mAh options on the market is the size. The Torras MiniMag is ultra-thin (thinner than an iPhone 15 itself), which is not typical of MagSafe battery packs. Because of its slim design, it’s a lot more comfortable to carry around in bags or purses, as well as comfortable to use while holding your phone. If you’re going to gift a MagSafe battery this season, I highly recommend choosing this slim option due to the versatility it really gives you. So many times people buy battery packs only to realize they’re really too bulky for their daily needs, so I encourage both buyers and gifters to start small.  More

Amazon Has it been a while since the last season of your favorite show and you forgot what happened? Did you get distracted scrolling while watching a new show and miss an important part? A new feature from Prime Video can help you catch up – while avoiding spoilers. Called X-Ray Recaps, the feature will […] More

The holiday shopping season will be here before you know it. But if you can’t wait until Black Friday sales officially kick off to upgrade or replace your TV, you can find some incredible early holiday deals at Amazon More

Allison Murray/ZDNETImagine investing nearly $300 in the first full-color Kindle, only to notice a subtle yellow tint at the bottom of the screen that doesn’t seem to go away. This has been a common observation shared by some new Kindle Colorsoft users on social media, with responses ranging from mild annoyance to refund requests.  Amazon introduced the Kindle Colorsoft More