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    Best Prime Day SSD deals 2025: Storage deals live at the end of the sale

    When is Amazon Prime Day 2025? This year, Amazon Prime Day runs from July 8-11. It’s the first time that it’s a four-day sale event, instead of just two days.Are storage devices really cheaper on Prime Day? Yes, you can find lots of tech for cheaper prices during Prime Day sales, at Amazon as well as competing retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Best Buy. During this sale window, some companies will offer bundles, freebies, or lower prices to entice you to buy directly from them instead of Amazon.We’re monitoring everyone’s sale prices during the event to update you on the most worthwhile ones.How did we choose these Prime Day deals?Hard work! I vett every deal I include, filtering out products that just don’t make the cut. I only recommend things that I’d buy myself — if it’s not good enough for me, I’m not going to suggest you buy it!  More

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    Add Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to your older car with this screen – and it’s on sale

    Amazon/ZDNETI love my 2015 Toyota Rav4, but it’s definitively not up to date in terms of tech, which left me attempting to mount my phone to access Google Maps and Apple Podcasts. A couple of years ago, I invested in this 10-inch screen so I could access Apple CarPlay and all of my helpful phone apps without having to attempt to juggle my phone in the car — and it’s been a game-changer.Right now, the Veralady Wireless Android & CarPlay Screen More

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    Your Garmin watch just got a major upgrade that makes traveling so much easier

    The big screen of the Venu X1 is perfect for Google Maps.  Matthew Miller/ZDNETIt’s summer in New York, and I’m currently navigating around the city, phone in-hand for navigation. Like everyone else, I use Google Maps religiously when I travel: going from the airport to the hotel and to various destinations around town. But I don’t actually like being glued to my phone the whole time to check turns, train transfers, and directions. Also: The best Garmin watches you can buy: Strong tracking tech for fitness, sleep, and moreThankfully, Garmin just announced the release of Google Maps for Garmin watches, which lets me access Google Maps on my smartwatch, freeing up my hands in the process.The watch communicates with the app on your phone, mirroring directions in a more walk-friendly interface. Even better: it’s available now for free on compatible Garmin smartwatches, including select Venu, Forerunner, Vívoactive, and Fenix products. I installed it on the new Garmin Venu X1 and it helped make my trips around the city safer and more efficient. More

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    Eufy’s new smart display could seriously challenge Amazon and Google – here’s how

    Eufy Eufy’s Smart Display E10<!–> is designed to control your Eufy smart home ecosystem, with intelligent features like facial recognition, quad-view live stream, event summaries, and a built-in battery for portability. The 8-inch tablet can be wall-mounted or placed on a desk or tabletop with the included stands. It can be plugged in for continuous […] More