Robotics

When is Amazon Prime Day 2025? For the first time, Amazon Prime Day will be a four-day sales event instead of only two days. Prime Day 2025 begins on July 8 and ends on July 11.Are robot vacuums really cheaper on Prime Day? Yes, most robot vacuums are cheaper during Prime Day. Plenty of robot vacuum discounts around Prime Day are steeper, but not all are. The robot vacuum market is pretty saturated at the moment, and the high competition makes for constant markdowns. Many robot vacuums hit their all-time lowest price during Prime Day and the following days, but you can find deals for these devices year-round.How did we choose these Prime Day deals?As a robot vacuum tester, I’m very familiar with unique features and have tested different devices in every price range. This expertise has led me to realize that the robot vacuum market has a lot of competition. It also helps me discern which robot vacuums are worth their retail price and when a discount is a good deal.I check robot vacuum deals often, always choosing the ones that deliver the most features for the least money. Using our expertise and different tools to track deals, we can determine when a deal is worth it and ensure that we only cover those.What are the best Prime Day deals so far?ZDNET’s experts are searching through Prime Day sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best deals from other retailers competing with Prime Day sales: More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a rugged design that’s ideal for adventurists, fitness enthusiasts, and more. It has a gorgeous 49mm watch face that gets plenty bright for outdoor use. The bulky design won’t be everyone’s cup of tea. –> The Apple Watch Ultra 2<!–> is on sale for $649 (save […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Tineco Pure One Station 5 vacuum cleaner is available on Amazon for $359 (with the clip-on coupon). It’s a powerful cordless vacuum with a self-emptying base station, perfect for pet owners and parents. Some parts can be finicky, like lining up the floor brush on the base station, or its […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro is available in Obsidian black for $349 (but on sale for $160 at the time of writing). This Google Wear OS smartwatch offers long battery life, dual-display technology, and a sapphire glass display. The watch currently runs Wear OS 3.5 and is available in one […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Xreal One Pro is available for $649, and the Xreal Eye accessory is priced at $99. Thanks to the X1 chip, no special software is required for advanced functionality, the FOV is the best available, the glasses are comfortable, and the display is bright and clear. The glasses are rather […] More

Flipper Zero reading an NFC security key. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETAfter over a year of use, I love my Flipper Zero, and I’m still finding cool things to do with it.Am I using it to steal cars, clone credit cards, or change the prices shown on gas station displays? Of course not! That’s just fake trash people upload to TikTok to try to look cool, and you can’t do anything like that. Also: Best early Prime Day deals 2025: 55+ sales on tech products live nowBut that doesn’t mean the Flipper Zero can’t do some very cool and useful things. Over the past year, I’ve been exploring the suite of tools built into the Flipper Zero, as well as extending its capabilities by installing custom firmware. It’s been a game-changer in so many ways! The Flipper Zero might be small, but there’s a lot of hardware packed into a small space.To begin with, there’s a sub-GHz wireless antenna that can capture and transmit wireless codes to operate wireless devices and access control systems, such as garage door remotes, boom barriers, IoT sensors, and even remote keyless systems. RFID support allows it to read, store, and emulate a number of different RFID cards.Also: Do RFID blocking cards actually work? My Flipper Zero revealed the truthIt can also read, write, store, and emulate NFC tags. On the front, there’s a 1-Wire connector that can read and emulate iButton (aka DS1990A, CYFRAL, Touch Memory, or Dallas key) contact keys. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge currently sells for $999 for the 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage configuration. It’s an ultra-slim and lightweight flagship phone that makes any other device feel outdated. You’ll have to settle with subpar battery life and the absence of a telephoto lens due to the […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus 13 is a snappy, nearly no-compromise phone that starts at $899. A Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with a 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is a recipe for endurance success. IP69 is almost excessive, but you’ll appreciate it when least expected. more buying choices –> apr / 2025 Purchase […] More