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Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to purchase a robot vacuum, and as someone who reviews and tracks the prices of these devices year-round, I can confirm that this is indeed true. Cyber Week typically features the biggest robot vacuum discounts of the year, so if you’ve been eyeing an upgrade or have been window shopping for a new robot vacuum, you’re in the right place.Also: Our favorite Black Friday deals live nowI’ve tested robot vacuums of all types over the past few years, so I’ve learned their best and worst features, quirks, biggest challenges, and latest innovations. With as many robot vacuums as there are on the market, I’ve also learned to discern when one is accurately priced for its worth and when a discount is actually a good deal. Read on for the best Black Friday robot vacuum deals I’ve found so far.Also: The best robot vacuums we’ve testedBest Black Friday robot vacuum deals More

When is Black Friday? Black Friday is an annual shopping event that occurs the day after Thanksgiving Day in the US. This year, it falls on Friday, Nov. 28. However, you can expect deals the week leading up to the day, as well as all weekend long.Are tablet deals really better on Black Friday?For some big-name brands, Black Friday is the only time specific devices go on sale all year. It’s also the time of year that you’ll see the biggest discounts for popular devices like the iPad, Kindle, and more, so yes, it’s definitely a better time to snag a deal on a tablet than other sales events. How did we choose these Black Friday deals?ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.  More

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DottorPod iSesamo Spudger <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways This super-thin, super-durable tool has a myriad of uses. These are priced well, with cheaper copies on the market, but you should avoid them because they’re not a patch on the originals. The only downside I’ve found is that I can’t seem to find the Mini Spudgers for […] More

Polar Loop <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Polar Loop is available in three colors for $199.99. The band is very comfortable, the heart rate readings are accurate, and the sleep tracking is useful The app doesn’t align well with this type of wearable, there is no alarm, and automatic tracking may be a bit delayed. […] More

Current price: $599 (15% off)Original price: $699Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is one of the best value Chromebooks, offering great performance, a marathon battery life, and a versatile 2-in-1 design. Powered by the energy-efficient MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 and 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, the laptop feels fast and responsive whether you’re creating a new project in Google, multitasking across apps, or jumping into a Play Store game. It can last up to 17 hours on a single charge, plenty to take you through an entire day and still have enough juice in the tank for Netflix.Review: Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514The 14-inch WUXGA+ display outputs crisp and clear images that run at a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Its glossy panel reflects a lot of light, which can make it hard to see under brightly lit conditions. Still, I recommend the Spin 514 if you’re looking for a new, long-lasting laptop for work or school. More

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Tonie/ZDNETThe Toniebox has become a sensation among kids, but it’s also beloved by parents who appreciate its screen-free entertainment offerings. My own children love their Toniebox, so they were delighted when we upgraded to the Toniebox 2 More